The Marley Times

The Marley Times
MAY 2013
At Marley Elementary, we believe in success for all by creating the mindset, “I can and I will.”
The Principal’s Message
Calendar
Of
Events
Dear Marley Families:
I really can’t believe this school year is almost
over! It seems like just yesterday we were celebrating
a new school year with our Back to School Bash and
welcoming our new kindergartners. We continued to
grow in numbers during this school year while also
building upon our vision of “I can and I will” by creating
a climate where every child is successful.
We are entering the last weeks of school, and there
are many wonderful learning activities planned for all
students. We have updated the website calendar with
the June events with the hopes of helping your family
adjust your schedules for end of the year activities.
As we celebrate Volunteer Appreciation Month and
Teacher Appreciation Week (May 6-10), I want to
express my thanks and gratitude for all that you do to
make Marley Elementary so special. Day in and day
out, our staff gives so much of themselves to our
students. We are truly appreciative of our parent
volunteers, and PTA as well.
With the change in the weather and the increase in
student activities after school, we are seeing some
overall changes in the students. Behavior is a little
looser, homework is being missed, and overall,
students appear to be ready for a summer break. The
teachers and I have talked with students, reminding
them that we are looking for their best behavior in the
classrooms, playground, bus, and all areas of their
school day. We expect all students to behave in a
respectful and safe manner. We are proud of them
and their accomplishments and encourage students to
finish out their school year doing their best! Thank you
for your continued
support. We look forward
to seeing you at one of the
upcoming events as the
school year comes to a
close.
Happy Spring,
Nina Lattimore
Principal
May 1
Early Dismissal at 1:25pm
No PM Pre-K
May 2
6:30
Nursery Rhyme Night for
Pre-K and Kindergarten
May 3
9:00
Grandparents Day
May 6-10
Volunteer & Teacher Appreciation Week
May 8
National School Nurses Day
May 9
5:00
Chick Fil-A Night
May 10
Career Day
Marley Invitational
May 14
2:15
Kindergarten Orientation
May 21
6:30
Spring Concert
May 23-24
No school for Pre-K and K students
Spring Conferences for Pre-K and K
May 27
Memorial Day– Schools Closed
The Marley Times
MAY 2013
At Marley Elementary, we believe in success for all by creating the mindset, “I can and I will.”
Mensaje de la Directora
Queridas Familias de Marley:
¡No puedo creer que este año casi está terminando! Parece que fué
ayer que estabamos celebrando un nuevo año escolar con el Regreo a
la Escuela y dando la bienvenida a los nuevos estudiantes de kindergarten. Nosotros continuamos creciendo en numeros durante este año
mientras edificamos nuestra vision de “ Yo puedo y Yo lo hare” creando un clima donde cada niño es exitoso.
Estamos entrando las últimas semanas de escuela, y hay muchas
hermosas actividades de aprendizaje planeadas para todos los estudiantes. Nosotros hemos añadido en el sitio del web los eventos de
junio, con la esperanza de que Ud. y su familia ajusten el horarios con
las actividades de final de año.
Conforme celebramos El Mes de Apreciación de los Vol;untarios
y Semana de Apreciación de las Maestras (mayo 6-10), yo quiero
expresar mis gracias y gratitud for todo lo que usteden hacen en que
Marley sea especial. Día dentro y día fuera, nuestro personal ponen
mucho de su parte para nuestros estudiantes. Nosotros apreciamos
nuestros padres voluntarios y asimismo a los miembros del PTA.
Con el cambio del tiempo y el aumento de las actividades de los
estudiantes después de la escuela, estamos viendo en general algunos cambios con los estudiantes. El comportamiento es un poco
peor, las tareas son perdidas, y los estudiantes parecen estar listos
para las vacaciones. Las maestras y yo hemos hablado con los estudiantes, recordándoles de que esperamos ver el mejor comportamiento en las clases, usando el equipo de afuera, autobuses, y en
todas las areas de la escuela. Nosotros esperamos que todos los
estudiantes se comporten de forma respetuosa y segura. Estamos
orgullosos de ellos y de lo que han logrado y animanos a los estudiantes a que terminen el año escolar haciendo lo major! Gracias por
su continuo apoyo. Esperamos verles en uno de los eventos conforme
finalizamos el año escolar.
Feliz Primavera,
Nina Lattimore
Directora
Calendario
de
Eventos
Mayo 1
Salida Temprana a la 1:25pm
No PM Pre-K
Mayo 2
6:30 Noche de Rimas para
Pre-K y Kindergarten,
Mayo 3
9:00 Día de los Abuelos
Mayo 6-10
Semana Apreciación de las Maestras
Mayo 8
Día Nacional de las Enfermeras Escolares
Mayo 9
5:00 Noche a Chick Fil-A
Mayo 10
Día Profesional
Marley Invitational
Mayo 14
2:15 Orientación Kindergarten
Mayo 21
6:30 Concierto Primavera
Mayo 23-24
No escuela para estudiantes Pre-K y K
Conferencia Primavera Pre-K y K
Mayo 27
Día Memorable– Escuelas Cerradas
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The Counselor’s Corner
As the year begins to wind down and summer
fast approaches, please review stranger
safety rules with your children. Also, please
make sure that they know a safe adult’s cell
phone number that they can reach at any
time.
May’s Core Value of the Month is Patience.
Patience is waiting until later for what you
want now.
We know that having patience can be
difficult, even for adults. Talk to your children
about ways you practice patience and what
it means to you. Share a time you had to be
patient and let your children share, too.
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Notas de la Consejera
Conforme el año va terminando y el verano
está llegando rápidamente, por favor repase
bien las reglas de seguridad con su hijo/a.
También, asegurese que su hijo sepa un
número de celular de un adulto seguro, en
caso de que tengan que contactarle en
cualquier momento.
El valor del mes de mayo es Paciencia.
Paciencia es esperar luego por algo que tu
deseas o quieres.
Nosotros sabemos que tener paciencia es
dificultosa, incluso con los adultos. Hablen
con sus hijos sobre maneras de practicar la
paciencia y lo quiere decir para usted.
Compartan un momento donde todos deben
practicar paciencia.
News From The Health Room
Communicating with your
School Nurse
Parents/Guardians - Keep Your School Nurse Up to Date:
1. Be sure to inform your school nurse about your child’s health conditions or other
special health needs in order to plan for safe management at school. Chronic health
conditions including but not limited to: asthma, seizures, diabetes or life threatening
allergies.
2. Remember to provide your school nurse with current emergency contact information.
3. Tell your school nurse if your child’s health condition interferes with school attendance.
4. Make sure to tell your school nurse about medications and medical treatments your
child requires during the school day.
5. Tell your school nurse about any changes in your child’s health or mobility status, or
about any infectious disease.
6. Speak to the school nurse if you need to obtain information about health insurance
for your child.
Working Together for a Safe
and Healthy School Year!
Suzanne Barnhouse, R.N.
Kimberly Carter, C.N.A., H.A.
410-424-3210
410-424-3214
News From The Health Room
Comunicándose con la
Enfermera de la Escuela
Padres/Tutores– Mantengan información Corriente
1. Informe a la enfermera de la escuela sobre las condiciones de salud de su hijo/a o
otra necesidad de salud para manejar un plan de seguridad en la escuela. Condiciones crónicas de salud incluyendo pero no limitada a: asma, convulsions, diabetes, o alergias peligrosas.
2. Recuerde proveer a la enfermera de la escuela el contacto actual en caso de emergencia.
3. Diga a la enfermera si la salud de su hijo/a interfiere con la puntualidad de su niño/a.
4. Asegúrese de decirle a la enfermera de la escuela sobre las medicaciones y tratamiento medico que su hijo/a requiera durante el dia escolar.
5. Diga a la enfermera sobre cualquier cambio en la salud de su hijo/a ó estado de mobilidad, o sobre cualquier enfermedad infecciosa.
6. Hablke con la enfermera de la escuela si Ud. necesita obtener aseguranza pra su
hijo/a.
Working Together for a Safe
and Healthy School Year!
Suzanne Barnhouse, R.N.
Kimberly Carter, C.N.A., H.A.
410-424-3210
410-424-3214
Becky Dillon – Reading Teacher
Kristin Addleman – Reading Teacher/Volunteer Coordinator
Kim Bibeault – AAA Reading Teacher
“Volunteer Update”
Marley Elementary School would like to thank the numerous volunteers that helped our students succeed
this year. Please know that each of you has made a difference in the academic and/or social development of our
students here at Marley. On behalf of the administration, teachers and staff, we thank you from the bottom of
our hearts and look forward to working with each of you again next year!
All volunteers are invited to attend the Countywide Volunteer Recognition Event at Michael’s Eighth
Avenue on May 23rd from 8:30 – 10:30 AM. Please consider joining the Marley Volunteer Team at this event as
well. Please let Mrs. Addleman know if you plan to attend so that we can save you a seat at the Marley table.
Thank you so much for all of your participation.
Marley will be having a Volunteer Spaghetti Dinner on June 6th from 6PM – 7PM. Flyers will be sent home
about this event.
“Nursery Rhyme Night”
Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten students are invited to join Marley teachers for our fifth annual Nursery Rhyme Night on May 2nd from 6:30 – 7:30. Parents and students will enjoy learning Mother Goose rhymes
while playing games. Flyers will be sent home soon.
“Kindergarten Orientation”
Kindergarten orientation will be held on May 14th from 2:15-3:15. Come and meet the Kindergarten
teachers and hear about the wonderful program that we have here at Marley Elementary School.
“Summertime Reading”
The North County Library has given us their recommended summer reading lists for our kindergarten
through fifth grade students. Please look for the appropriate list in your child’s June report card envelope. Don’t
forget to sign up for the library’s summer reading program. We would like 100% participation and earn the Chesapeake trophy. Happy Reading!! J
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Music Notes
Spring is in the air along with the melodious sounds of our music
students. I’m sure you are excited about your child’s upcoming Spring
Concert. The members of the school chorus, band, and strings are
excited as well and are planning a wonderful musical evening for your
enjoyment.
Please mark the date, Tuesday, May 21st at 7:00 pm, on your calendar!
The members of the fifth grade chorus and the instrumental students
would be delighted if you would share this invitation with other family
members and friends.
All participants are asked to wear white tops and black pants or skirts
for both the morning “Dress Rehearsal” performance presented to the
school on Tuesday Morning at 9:30 am and also at the evening concert.
I am asking chorus members to arrive no later than 6:30 pm. Additional
information will be forthcoming from your child’s music instructor.
Ms. Prigelmiller, Ms. Kimble, and Ms. Williams look forward to
sharing this musical experience with you.
Physical Education News
Friday, June 7, 2013
Field Day
9:15-11:15
1:00-3:00
Kindergarten ,2nd, 5th, and AM Pre-K
1st, 3rd , 4th, and PM Pre-K
Volunteers are always welcome and needed! More information
will be sent home about field day soon.
Boys & Girls
Please remember your tennis shoes for PE. Boots, dress shoes, sandals,
flip-flops, clog shoes are not acceptable for class.
Children must have safe shoes on in order to participate. If students wear
any other kind of shoes to school, they must bring tennis shoes in their
backpacks.
Shorts under dresses and skirts will be ok.
See you at Field Day!
Ms. Mueller
Physical Education
Noticias de Educación Física
viernes, el 7 de junio, 2013
El dia de Juegos
9:15-11:15
1:00-3:00
Kindergarten ,2nd, 5th, and AM Pre-K
1st, 3rd , 4th, and PM Pre-K
Los voluntarios con siempre bienvenidos y necesitados. Mandaremos más información sobre día de juegos afuera pronto.
Niños y Niñas
Por favor recuerda llevar tennis para los días de PE. Botas, zapatos de vestir,
sandalias, o otro no son aceptados para la clase.
Children must have safe shoes on in order to participate. Todos los estudiantes deben
llevar cualquier otro zapato para la escuela, y traer los tennis en la mochila.
Pantalones cortos debajo del vestido o faldas estarán bien.
¡Les veremos el Día de Juegos!
Ms. Mueller
La Maestra de Educación Física
The school year is drawing to an exciting close. The kindergarten team is so proud of all
the accomplishments that our students have made this school year. Every parent should discuss with their child how much they have learned this year and tell them how very proud they
are of their accomplishments. Plans are in the making for the end of the year activities. Mark
the dates on your calendar and check your child’s book bag for more up-to-date information on
the important events listed below.
Grandparents’ Day: Grandparents and other special people are invited to come into
the classroom to visit on May 3rd from 9-11 a.m.
Kindergarten Orientation: On Tuesday, May 14th kindergarten children will visit the
first grade teachers and classrooms for a brief glimpse of next year.
Zoo Trip: Tuesday, May 21st is the field trip to the zoo. All children and chaperones
should report to school by 9:00 a.m. on May 21st. We will return to school at 2:30 p.m.
Parent-Teacher Conferences: On Thursday, May 23rd and Friday May 24th teachers
and parents will meet and discuss the progress of your child. Date and time will be send
home with your child soon. There is no school for Kindergarten children on those days.
Memorial Day: Monday, May 27th No School
Field Day: On June 7th come join us for Field Day. It is a day of fun filled outdoor activities. More information will be coming soon, so keep a lookout in your child’s backpack. In order to make this day successful, we will need a lot of volunteers. Please
let your child’s teacher know if you are able to help out on this fun day.
Thanks for all your support this year!
The Kindergarten Team
3rd Grade News
We cannot believe that May is already here! There are many fun activities taking place at Marley during the 4 th
marking period, but there is still a lot of learning to be done.
Math
It is so important for students to master their multiplication facts before going to 4th grade. Learning 4th grade
skills will be much easier if students know their facts fluently. It is essential for students to practice each day in
order to achieve mastery. Below are a few ideas for students to practice with at home.
 Flash Cards – Students can create their own flash cards for only the facts that they need assistance learning.
 Around the World- Have a competition with siblings or friends. To see who can answer the facts the fastest
have two children begin. The first child to answer the fact correctly moves to the next station/child.
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www.multiplication.com – This site has a ton of great multiplication games for students to choose from.
There are many other great sites for students to choose from.
 Multiplication BINGO – A template can be found online or students can create their own. Provide students
with the answers to the multiplication flash cards you will show them and let them arrange those numbers
randomly on their BINGO cards. Show your child one flash card at a time and have them find the product, or
answer, as quickly as possible.
Language Arts
Students will begin their unit on relationships this month. They will be involved in many relationships with family
members, friends, pets, and in texts. Students will read a variety of texts in this unit to help them become more
aware of the relationships they encounter in daily life. The novel students will use is a fictionalized account of
Winter, a rescued dolphin and the people who helped rehabilitate her. You can help your student’s understanding
by discussing with your child why relationships are so important.
Reminders
Please remind your child the importance of being safe at school. No footballs from home will be allowed at recess
to ensure students are being safe. If you are concerned about your child’s behavior or grades in school, please
contact his or her teacher.
Thank you for all of your support!
Mrs. Jimenez, Ms. Johnson, Ms. Quinn, and Ms. Ward
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any sights to see as we explore downtown Annapolis on our Field Trip May 13 th.
Please send in all money and permission slips as soon as possible.
nalyzing fractions in Math as we move into Common Core and prepare for 5th grade.
Please continue to encourage students to try their best each day.
ear is coming to an end; however, we are still learning new things each day.
Good attendance and behavior is still essential. Please ask your child to recite our rules at
Marley.
Happy May from 5th Grade!
The school year is coming to an end faster than we can imagine. With only a few weeks left
of Elementary School, we have some important announcements about upcoming events for
our 5th Grade students!
The much anticipated Drownproofing field trip is here! The dates that our 5th graders will
participate in the Drownproofing program are: May 2 nd, 3rd, 6th, and 7th. The students will
need to come to school ready for the pool on these days. They will also need other items for
this fun and exciting field trip. Please look for a reminder in your child’s book bag.
Students will be completing work in the classroom to prepare for this trip. This work will
count toward your child’s forth marking period grades.
The 5th Grade Promotion will take place on June 14th at 9:30am. Please save this date in
your calendar, and look for more information to come home closer to this day. After
promotion, we will have a small reception for the 5th grade students and their families. If
you can donate drinks or desserts to this event, please let your child’s teacher know.
Finally, as the school year comes closer to ending, the students begin to get very excited and
behavior problems increase in school. Please reinforce appropriate school behavior with
your child to ensure their behavior stays on track for the last weeks of this school year. It is
also getting very warm outside, so please double check that your child has on school
appropriate attire.
As always, please let your child’s teacher know if there are any questions or concerns. Thank
you!
~ The 5th Grade Team
Marley’s Good Citizens
Congratulations to Marley’s Good Citizens
for the month of April:
KINDERGARTEN
Dontez G.
Jada S.
Ava L.
Amya M.
Phillip L.
GRADE 1
Geoffrey D.
Julia H.
Miguel R.
Giselle L.
Yanni A.
Alexis H.
Erin M.
Zach C.
GRADE 2
Jalen W.
Saachi C.
Joselynne C.
Jason R.
Renee S.
Lilian M.
Trey G.
Brenden S.
GRADE 3
Brayan H.
GRADE 4
Kimberly S.
Mya W.
Adrian R.
Taylor B.
Carlos G.
Christal P.
GRADE 5
Laree C.
Sophia H.
Javier G.
Rebecca C.
The following fifth grade students have been accepted into the Performing and Visual Arts Program at
Brooklyn Park Middle for the 2013/2014 school year:
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Michael W.
Laree C.
Brytanie A.
Kaylee W.
The following fifth grade students have been accepted into the IB MYP Program at MacArthur Middle
School for the 2013/2014 school year:
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Blake B.
Jankiel S.
Destiny A.
Justin R.
Keyon H.
Ryann J.
Nia O.
Nigel O.
Joshua J.
Daniel C.