- Hoffman School

January 29, 2016
HENKING/HOFFMAN
NEWSLETTER
MONDAY
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THURSDAY 4
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Valentines Day
Classroom
Celebrations
1:45-2:25pm
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Board of
Education
Meeting
7:00pm
HEKindergarten
Registration
4:30-7:00pm
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FRIDAY 24
HE Movie
Night6:308:30pm
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HE/HO PTA
Meeting @HE
7:00pm
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Henking/
Hoffman PTA
Benefit
7:00pm
HOFFMAN SCHOOL
2000 HARRISON STREET ! GLENVIEW ! 847-998-5040
http://ho.glen
view34.org
HENKING SCHOOL
2941 LINNEMAN STREET ! GLENVIEW ! 847-998-5035
http://he.glenview34.org
ACCESS Testing K-8
January 25 – February 26
JANUARY 29, 2016
Hoffman Music
Mrs. Amy Banas- [email protected]
Miss Annie Chung- [email protected] 847.657.2520
Stay
Connected!
Music Website:
http://
homusic.weebly.com/
Music at a glance…
Music arms our students with 21st century skills they need to thrive in our
society and in the workplace. Students demonstrate independence, build strong
content knowledge, use technology, collaborate, practice social and cross-cultural skills,
learn flexibility, and explore creativity, critical thinking and problem solving.
Music literacy is the primary anchor of the music curriculum. With each big
idea we study, students are learning how to read, write, express, perform and
understand the music around them.
Students receive the opportunities to sing alone and with others, perform on
instruments, improvise melodies, variations, and accompaniments, compose and
arrange music, read and notate music, listen to, analyze, and describe music, evaluate
music and music performances, understand relationships between music, the other
arts, and disciplines outside of the arts, and understand music in relation to history and
culture.
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PERFORM
CREATE
RESPOND
CONNECT
Students sing, chant, act,
dance, and play recorders,
xylophones, and other
percussion instruments.
Students improvise,
arrange, and compose
music.
Students respond expressively
and appropriately to music
they hear through movement,
singing, playing and listening.
Students connect music
to the other arts, their
daily lives and the world
around them.
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Twitter:
@HO34Music
JANUARY 29, 2016
Accomplishments
We have accomplished so much already this
year! Here are some highlights from the
beginning of the school year.
3rd Grade
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We can clap and say rhythms that include
quarter notes, barred eighth notes, half notes,
and quarter rests.
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We can play the notes BAG on the recorder.
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We know the note names of the Treble Clef.
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Two of us have become Recorder Karate
Masters!!
5th Grade
4th Grade
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We can clap and say rhythms that include
quarter notes, barred eighth notes, half notes,
whole notes and quarter rests.
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We can name all the notes of the Treble Clef.
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We can analyze and describe music through our
Listening Log.
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We composed our own Scary Story Composition.
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We can play the notes BAG on the recorder.
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We learned how to play the cup game.
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We can play a Water Piano.
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We can code sounds using the website Scratch.
We can pluck songs and strum basic chords on
the Ukulele.
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1 of us has become a Recorder Karate Master!!
WHAT CAN YOU DO AT HOME TO HELP YOUR CHILD IN MUSIC?
SING! Studies show that children whose parents sing (even if they don’t sing
well!) sing more and sing better in tune. So warm up those vocal cords and
pick a tune!
ASK! Ask students what they are learning in music and have them show you
things that they have been doing on their iPads.
LISTEN! Have students sing to you or play their recorder for you to work on
their performance skills.
PERFORM! If you have the opportunity to take your child to a music
performance take them! Ask them questions about what they are listening
to.
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Noteworthy News From Music
Did you know that Music is one of the Four Fine Arts taught at Henking? Music is an important part of a school’s curriculum. At Henking School, students in kindergarten through second grade look forward to participating in music every week. Kindergarten students attend music class twice a week for 20 minutes and first and second grade students attend music class twice a week for 30 minutes. A growing body of research continues to explore the role of the fine arts (dance, drama, music, and visual art) in education, as they contribute to the academic achievement and social and emotional development of children and youth. For example, the effects of music are evident in the development of the complete human being -­‐ emotional expression, self-­‐esteem, creativity, and problem solving, those which support the skills needed in the 21st century. These studies show that music is worthy of study and good for students, schools, and communities. Therefore, music is a necessary component of education for all children. Exposure to music and the fine arts provides students with the skills necessary to use their minds creatively as well as cognitively. The National Core Arts Standards have provided guidance for learning about the arts, which include creating, performing/presenting/producing, responding, and connecting as ways students acquire musical skills, knowledge, and concepts. Students also understand the role of music in its context to the world around them. We begin to learn about the many types and styles of music through guided listening or performance as well as by using basic music notation and vocabulary. During music class, students participate in activities that reinforce the elements of music: melody, rhythm, harmony, texture, tone color, and expression. In addition, we highlight music through a variety of seasonal activities, celebrations, and the character counts initiative. Ask your child to share a song or activity with you that they have learned in class. Furthermore, we take the opportunity to collaborate and integrate among disciplines, as we know that this will heighten and enhance key concepts. We also incorporate writing in the music room as this supports our school goal of writing across the curriculum. I am proud of the accomplishments of the students and the growth that is seen throughout the year. Recently, the second grade students did an outstanding job performing in our Henking School Fine Arts Showcase, which highlighted several Aesop’s Fables. We look forward to our upcoming Henking School’s Fine Arts Week for kindergarten and first grade students in March. Please stay tuned for further details regarding this wonderful event. Finally, I always look forward to seeing families at our Open House Night at Henking School. If you have any questions or comments in regards to music, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you, Karen Sarasin Music Teacher, Henking School (847) 657-­‐2624 [email protected] Hoffman Elementary Art 2015-16 Vol 5
January 29, 2016
SMART NEWS
We put the ART in SMART
Third Grade
The Third grade artists are just
about done painting their
helping robots. It was clear
that many wanted help with
their homework and walking
their pets. Other students
created robots to help them
cook and clean the house,
robots I would personally love
in my home.
What are you
afraid of?
Fourth Grade
In addition to creating their
hand narrative, some students
were able to tell their story to
their classmates. Presenting
artwork in front of a group is
an important step in personal
growth. It helps them verbally
discuss their creations and
builds public speaking skills.
Fifth Grade
Graffiti. Vandalism or fine art?
The lesson in Graffiti art not
only coincides with our Artist in
Residence visit from Viola
Elkins, but it is art that will be
used for the musical. We are
focusing on positive words and
thoughts that empower us and
lift our confidence and spirits.
Look up, look down, art is all around
The Fifth grade students created a gargoyle that would protect them
from something that they fear. Originally used to protect cathedrals
from evil spirits, gargoyles were also designed to cover up gutters and
down spouts. These intriguing beasts allowed for water to flow
through their mouths projecting it away from the building. The artists
sketched a 2D concept for a gargoyle and then transformed that idea
into a 3D clay sculpture. Through processes of pinching, rolling a slab
or a coil, the students manipulated the
clay. Many did it with ease while others
discovered
it was more
difficult to
work with
than
originally
anticipated.
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Hoffman Elementary Art 2015-16 Vol 5
January 29, 2016
Schoology
Many great things are posted in
your child’s Schoology app.
Open their app, tap on the bars
in the upper left, select courses
and near the bottom you will see
Visual Art. Once you are in their
class you can open any of the
folders to see what the students
are learning in art. Included are
power points that are wonderful
for students that might have
missed a presentation due to
absence. You will also find
videos, tests, and many how to
draw documents. Schoology is a
great “go to” place for keeping
up with your child’s art activity.
Keynote
Don’t forget to continually check
out your child’s Art keynote
presentation. This documents
their progress in art and includes
learning targets.
Look up, look down, art is all around
Self Discipline & Problem Solving
Art offers great opportunities for students to work on
self discipline, problem solving, and mentoring skills.
With so many moving parts in our projects, the
students are really called upon to be self-directed
learners. In the process, many become great
instructors and mentors to their peers.
Type this address into your browser to see a
compilation of student gargoyles https://
animoto.com/play/ZU1XZs39wxr0pVn2qD1IMA
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Henking International Night
International Night is TONIGHT at Henking from 6:30pm-8:30pm!
Travel around the world and experience various cultures from our
community! Contact Carla Harabetian ([email protected]) or
Loretta Barsamian ([email protected]) with any
questions.
http://henkinghoffmanpta.org/Henking-International-Night
HE/HO Pancake Breakfast
http://henkinghoffmanpta.org/
Upcoming Events
Jan 29
Henking
International
Night
Feb 3
School Benefit
Planning Meeting
Feb 6
Pancake
Breakfast
Feb 19
HE Movie Night
Don’t miss the annual Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, February
6th at Hoffman School! Featuring a hearty breakfast, a fun raffle of
fabulous toys, and this year’s “Principal Plunge”! You can RSVP
online, print a reservation form or volunteer to help here:
http://henkinghoffmanpta.org/Pancake-Breakfast
HE/HO PTA School Benefit NEWS
This is an exciting time for our schools! You should have received
your invitation in the mail already. Be sure to send in your RSVP
card as soon as possible to join this very memorable event! You
can also RSVP through the PTA website:
http://henkinghoffmanpta.org/event-2109268
Check out our Facebook Event Page, “Henking Hoffman PTA
School Benefit,” for a sneak peek at the amazing auction items
donated by the community! No Facebook account needed in
order to view:
https://www.facebook.com/events/444804202379289
We are also delighted to announce two generous sponsors…
Glenview State Bank and Colonial Dental Group!
We could still use your help to make this a success! You’re invited
to our next Benefit Committee Meeting next Wednesday,
February 3, 9:45am at Malissa Szwiec's home. (Contact her for
directions: [email protected]). Please also visit our
online sign-up:
http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0c4eacaa2ca6ff2-henking
Send any questions to the Benefit Chairs: Jana Tranas
([email protected]) or Malissa Szwiec
([email protected]). Please contact Melissa Dahlquist
([email protected]) with any donations or
sponsorship contacts.
Henking Movie Night
Feb 26
School Benefit
http://henkinghoffmanpta.org/eventsschedule
Save the date for Henking Movie Night on Friday, February 19th!
Alvin and the Chimpunks: Chipwrecked will be the featured
movie. Admission will be $3 and one non-perishable food item. Be
on the look out for reservation forms to come home in early
February. Questions? Contact Mary Beth Darr
([email protected]) or Amy Kwilosz ([email protected]).
Henking students only please.
http://henkinghoffmanpta.org/Henking-Movie-Night
Love is in the air.........A Valentine’s Day reminder......... Our wonderful room mothers will be coordinating Valentines Day celebrations in your child’s classroom on Friday, February 12 from 1:45 – 2:25pm. PLEASE DO NOT ATTACH ANY CANDY OR GUM OF ANY KIND TO ANY VALENTINES DAY CARDS. Thank you in advance for helping us to follow our District’s Wellness policy guidelines. Please contact Mr. Walther if you should have any questions. Thanks again! _________________________________________________________________________________
Dear District 34 Families,
Parents have a unique opportunity to provide feedback to their school through the Illinois
5Essentials Survey. This survey was designed to generate a detailed picture of the inner
workings of your child's school. As a parent, this opportunity will allow you to share your
thoughts on the important elements of school effectiveness.
Please complete the survey today for each school where you have a student enrolled. The
survey is only open through March 11, 2016.
The information gathered will be used by the schools and the District to help identify areas of
strength and areas for improvement. The identity of respondents and their survey responses will
be kept completely confidential.
The survey is not long and should only take about 10 minutes to complete.
For more information about the Illinois 5Essentials Survey, or to view 2015 Reports, please
visit https://illinois.5-essentials.org/2015/ and type in your child's school. If you have any
questions or concerns, please contact 5Essentials Client Services at 1-866-440-1874
or [email protected].
Thank you for taking the time to complete this important survey.
Sincerely,
Jenn Nimke
Director of Communications & Public Relations
stimadas familias del Distrito Escolar 34,
Los padres de familia tienen una oportunidad especial deexpresar sus comentarios sobre la
escuela con la Encuesta 5Essentials para Illinois. Esta encuesta fue diseñada para generar una
imagen detallada del funcionamiento interno de la escuela de su hijo/a. Como padre de
familia, esta oportunidad le permitirá compartir sus opiniones acerca de los elementos
importantes de la eficacia de la escuela.
Responda hoy esta encuesta con respecto a cada escuela en la que tenga inscritos a sus hijos.
Esta encuesta estará abierta solo hasta el 11 de marzo de 2016.
Las escuelas y el Distrito usarán la información que se reúna para ayudarles a identificar las
áreas de fortaleza y las áreas en las que que necesitan mejorar. La identidad de los
encuestados, así como las respuestas a la encuesta, se mantendrán en estricta
confidencialidad.
La encuesta no es larga y el responderla solo le tomará alrededor de 10 minutos.
Cuando usted vaya a la página web, la información en las primeras páginas está en Inglés. Por
favor siga estas instrucciones para que pueda ver la encuesta en Español:
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Oprima "Start Here" debajo de "Parent Survey"
En el área "*County", empiece a escribir "co" y seleccione "Cook"
En el área "*School", escriba el nombre de la escuela (Henking School)
Oprima "Login"
Seleccione "Español" debajo de "*Language"
Oprima "Submit"
Para obtener más información sobre la encuesta de 5Essentials de Illinois, o para ver los
resultados del informe del 2015, por favor visite https://illinois.5-essentials.org. Si usted tiene
alguna pregunta o inquietud, por favor póngase en contacto con 5Essentials atención al
cliente al 1-866-440-1874 o [email protected].
Sinceramente,
Jenn Nimke
Director de Comunicaciones y Relaciones Públicas
Dear Parents/Guardians,
It’s choir time at Hoffman School! All 3rd grade students are eligible to
participate in the Hoffman Choir. This fantastic performing group meets
Tuesdays during recess. Choir begins on Tuesday, February 9. Please note
there will be a few rehearsals held after school in preparation for the
Henking tour and the Spring Concert . Please see the attached calendar for
a complete schedule.
We’re looking forward to a great year in choir with many performing
opportunities. Listed below are the choir concert dates and other important
information regarding choir participation. Please read the following with your
child and return the attached permission slip to school by Monday,
February 1, 2016. The first choir rehearsal will take place on Tuesday,
February 9, 2016.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me by phone at (847)
657-2520 or by e-mail ([email protected]). Please include your e-mail
address on the permission form if you would like calendar information and choir
updates/reminders sent to you electronically. Please print clearly!
Thank you for supporting your child in music!
Sincerely,
Amy Banas
Choir Director & Music Teacher
Hoffman School
IMPORTANT CHOIR INFORMATION
Performance dates:
Choir Tour to Henking
Choir Spring Concert
4/29/16
5/18/16
9-11 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
Henking School
Hoffman School Gym
Concert Uniform:
Black pants (or skirt), white shirt, dark socks and shoes
Expectations:
Since choir is a chosen during-school activity, it is expected that students follow all school rules
and behavior and etiquette during choir rehearsals and performances.
Cost:
There is a one-time $5 fee to participate in choir. This needs to be turned in with your child’s
permission slip. It can be paid in cash or check (made out to Glenview School District 34).
Attendance:
Attendance is expected at ALL choir rehearsals and performances unless a student is absent
from school on the day of a rehearsal or performance. Each student makes a significant
contribution to the ensemble, and it is important to know if adjustments must be made to
accommodate an absence. If a student must miss a choir event (rehearsal or performance) for
a reason other than illness, a WRITTEN note must be turned in one week before a missed
rehearsal and three weeks before a missed performance.
Please note that if a student is absent from school on the day of a performance, he/she is
unable to participate in an evening activity on the same day as the absence. Students who sign
up for choir are expected to participate in the ensemble for the entire year. This creates the
best learning and performing experience for this musical team!
Chorus Calendar 2015-16
Rehearsal & Concert Times:
February 9
February 16
February 23
March 1
March 8
March 15
March 22
March 29
April 5
April 12
April 19
April 26
April 29
May 3
May 10
May 17
May 18
Tuesday
NO PRACTICE
Tuesday
Tuesday
NO PRACTICE
Tuesday
Tuesday
NO PRACTICE
Tuesday
Tuesday
Tuesday
Tuesday
Friday
Tuesday
Tuesday
Tuesday
Wednesday
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym
2:30-3:15, Music Room
2:30-3:15, Music Room
9-11 a.m., Choir tour (Henking)
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym
2:30-3:15, Music Room
7:00 P.M., Hoffman Gym
6:30 P.M. Student arrive (music room)
Please DETACH this page and RETURN it to Mrs. Banas by Monday, February 1 to confirm a
commitment for choir participation for the 2015-16 school year.
Hoffman Choir Permission Slip
2015-2016
______________________________ has my permission to participate in choir during the 2015-16 school year. We have
(Name of student- please print)
read the choir information, and agree to follow the stated guidelines.
Grade & Classroom Teacher:______________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name (print):_____________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Name (signature):_________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number (preferred contact):_________________________________________________________________________
Phone Number (alternate):________________________________________________________________________________
Yes! I would like to sign up on the choir volunteer list to help with special events.
Yes! I would like to sign up on the choir volunteer list to help with the field trip to Honking on April 29
from 9-11.
Name: ___________________________________________________________
Phone: _______________________________________
Quierido Familias de Tercer Grado,!
Es la hora de coro en la escuela Hoffman! Todos los estudiantes de 3er grado
on elegibles para participar en el coro de Hoffman. Este grupo fantástico
eúne los martes durante el recreo. Coro comienza el martes 9 de febrero.
enga en cuenta que algunos ensayos será después de la escuela en
reparación para el tour Henking y el concierto de primavera. Por favor
onsulte el calendario adjunto para un horario completo.!
Esperamos un gran año en coro con muchas oportunidades de
endimientos. Los siguientes son las fechas de concierto de coro y otra
nformación importante respecto a la participación del coro. Por favor lea lo
iguiente con su hijo y regresar el permiso adjunto a la escuela por lunes, 01
e febrero de 2016. El primer ensayo de coro llevará a cabo en martes, 09 de
ebrero de 2016.!
Si usted tiene cualesquiera preguntas, sienta por favor libre a contactarme
or teléfono al (847) 657-2520 o por correo electrónico (del
[email protected]). Por favor incluya su dirección de correo electrónico
n el formulario de autorización si desea calendario información y coro
ctualizaciones/recordatorios enviados electrónicamente. Por favor imprima
laramente!!
IMPORTANT CHOIR INFORMATION
echas de Enseñar:
Paseo a Henking
Concierto de Coro
4/29/16
5/18/16
9-11 a.m.
7:00 p.m.
Henking School!
Hoffman School Gym!
!
niforme del Concierto:
Pantalones (o falda) negros, camisa blanca, calcetines oscuros y zapatos!
!
xpectaciones:
Coro es una actividad en la escuela solicitada, se espera que los estudiantes siguen todas las
eglas escolares y comportamiento y etiqueta durante funcionamientos y ensayos del coro.!
!
uesta:
Hay una cuota de $5 por única vez para participar en el coro. Esto necesita ser dado vuelta
on permiso de su hijo. Puede ser pagado en efectivo o cheque (a Glenview School District 34).!
!
sistencia:
Asistencia se espera en todos los ensayos de coro y actuaciones, a menos que un estudiante
stá ausente de la escuela en el día de un ensayo o funcionamiento. Cada estudiante hace una
ontribución significativa al conjunto, y es importante saber si se deben hacer ajustes para dar cabida a
na ausencia. Si un estudiante tiene que faltar un evento coro (ensayo o rendimiento) por una razón
stinta de la enfermedad, una nota escrita tiene que ser entregada una semana antes de un ensayo de
erdidas y tres semanas antes de una actuación pasada.!
!
Tenga en cuenta que si un estudiante está ausente de la escuela en el día de una ejecución,
s incapaz de participar en una actividad de la tarde en el mismo día de la ausencia. Se espera que los
studiantes que se inscriban para el coro a participar en el conjunto de todo el año. Esto crea el mejor
prendizaje y realizar la experiencia de este equipo musical!!
Calendario de Coro 2015-16
Fechas y Horas:
February 9!
February 16
February 23!
March 1!
March 8
March 15!
March 22!
March 29
April 5!
April 12!
April 19
April 26
April 29
May 3!
May 10!
May 17
May 18
Tuesday!
NO PRACTICE
Tuesday!
Tuesday!
NO PRACTICE
Tuesday!
Tuesday!
NO PRACTICE
Tuesday!
Tuesday!
Tuesday
Tuesday
Friday
Tuesday!
Tuesday!
Tuesday
Wednesday
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym!
!
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym!
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym!
!
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym!
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym!
!
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym!
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym!
2:30-3:15, Music Room
2:30-3:15, Music Room
9-11 a.m., Choir tour (Henking)
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym!
11:25-11:50, Hoffman gym!
2:30-3:15, Music Room
7:00 P.M., Hoffman Gym
6:30 P.M. Student arrive (music room)
r favor Desprenda esta página y volver a la Sra. Banas por el lunes, 1 de febrero para confirmar un
compromiso para la participación del coro para el año 2015-16.
Hoffman Coro Hoja de Permiso
2015-2016
Name
of student- please print)!
_________________________
tiene mi permiso de participar en coro durante el 2015-2016 año escolar. Leimos la
macion y estamos de acuerdo con las reglas.
Grado & Maestro:______________________________________________________________________________
ombre de Padre (print):_____________________________________________________________________________
Firma de Padre/Madre :_________________________________________________________________________
Número de Telefono:_________________________________________________________________________
úmero de Teléfono (otra):____________________________________________________________________________
Si! Como padre/madre, quiero ser voluntario para ayuda con eventos especiales.
Si! Como padre/madre, quiero ser voluntario por el paseo a Henking el 29 de abril a las 9-11..
Nombre: ___________________________________________________________
Numero de Telefono:
_______________________________________