Raptor Report
April 30th, 2024
A Message from The Head Raptor
As we approach the countdown to the end of the school year, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for your ongoing support and dedication to your child's education. It's hard to believe how quickly this academic year has flown by, but as we enter the last month, there are a few important reminders and updates I'd like to share with you.
Finish Strong: The last month of school is crucial for wrapping up any remaining coursework and ensuring that your child is prepared for the upcoming grade level or their next educational journey. Encourage them to stay focused and engaged in their studies as we close out the year. As a school, our goal was to increase reading proficiency by 15% and we are 2% away from reaching that goal. We can achieve this growth with your help. Please help your student build their reading skills by completing Read & Respond at home. Your child can learn how to read fluently and with expression by listening to you read. Thank you for sending your students to school every day so that they have the most opportunities to learn.
Upcoming Events: We have several exciting events planned for the final weeks of school. Keep watching communications from your student’s teacher and check the Friday folder for information being sent home. Please help your student be prepared for field trips by helping them plan outfits and make shoe choices that are field trip friendly.
Return of School Materials: As the school year comes to an end, we kindly ask that you ensure all borrowed materials, such as library books, and any other school-owned items, are returned promptly. This will help us prepare for the next academic year and ensure that resources are available for all students.
Summer Learning Opportunities: While summer break is just around the corner, it's essential to keep the momentum of learning going. Consider exploring the summer learning opportunities and keeping your child involved to prevent the "summer slide" and keep your child's mind engaged over the break.
Gratitude: Finally, I want to express my heartfelt appreciation to each and every one of you for your continued partnership throughout the school year. Your involvement, encouragement, and support have made a significant difference in the success of our students, and for that, we are truly grateful.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns as we approach the end of the school year, please don't hesitate to reach out at schultzc@mpsd.school. Let's work together to make these last weeks memorable and successful for our students.
Head Raptor
Courtney Schultz
🌞 Summer School 🌞
https://www.manitowocpublicschools.org/services/summer_school
https://www.manitowocpublicschools.org/services/summer_school
https://www.manitowocpublicschools.org/services/summer_school
Success For All Update
As we approach the end of another school year, we want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey our students have embarked on in the world of reading and learning! It’s been a year filled with growth, exploration, and a deepening love of learning and reading. It is hard to believe that we have entered our last full month of school and want to emphasize the importance of finishing the school year strong! Now is a great time to think about the routines you have in your home that ensure your kids have time to read each night. Summer brings even busier schedules, warmer weather where it’s easy to stay outside, and a wide variety of extra curricular activities…a reading routine helps you to remember to squeeze reading in each day.
Here are a few ways we can finish the school year strong and continue reading all summer long!
1)Set aside dedicated reading time: Establish a routine at home. Consistency is key to building good reading habits.
2)Create a cozy reading environment:Find a comfortable and inviting space to read, free from distractions. Sometimes in the summer, my favorite place to read was my playhouse.
3)Explore reading materials: Summer is a great time to explore many different books and materials. Visit the library, browse online reading apps, or swap books with friends to keep reading engaging.
4)Discuss what they’re reading: Engage your child in conversations about their books. Ask open-ended questions, encourage them to share thoughts and opinions, and relate what they’re reading to their own experiences or the world around them.
5)Set achievable goals:Help your child set a goal for the summer. Whether it’s finishing a certain number of books, tackling a new challenging book, or reading for a specific amount of time, setting goals can provide motivation and a sense of accomplishment.
6)Celebrate progress:Recognize and celebrate your child’s reading achievements, no matter how small. Whether it’s completing a book, learning a new vocabulary word, or sticking with their reading goal, praise and encouragement can reinforce positive reading behaviors.
Let’s finish the year strong Riverview Raptors and continue our learning all summer long! THANKS for all you do to continue to support your child’s learning!
Jamie Grunewald
K-5 SFA Facilitator
Upcoming Events
May
6th-17th- Lakeshore Dental Clinic
7th- 3rd Grade to Woodland Dunes
8th- Special Ed to Balde Farm
10th- Grandparent's Day
17th-Special Ed to Shaw Family Playground
20th-24th- Book Fair
22nd-5th Grade to School Forest
24th- Raptor Apparel Day & 1st Grade to Mulberry Lane Farm
27th- No School for Students or Staff
29th- 5th Grade Wilson Tour
30th- Special Ed to Manitowoc Zoo
31st- 4th & 5th Grade Field Day @ Rubick & 3rd Grade to School Forest
June
4th- 4th Grade to Madison/ 2nd Grade to School Forest/ 5th Grade to STRAND Adventures
5th- All School field trip to School Forest
6th- Last Day of School- Half Day/ Raptor Apparel Day
Paper Bags Needed
Scholastic Book Fair
Riverview Book Fair
May 17, 20, 21, 23, 24 -8:00-8:30 am
May 21, 24 – Student Lunch Recess Times
May 17, 20, 21, 24 – 3:30-4:00 pm
Where: Command Center (room 120)
https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/riverviewearlylearningctr