Carver's Weekly Update

Carver Parents/Guardians,

As we enter our last month in this quarter/year, I want to inform you of some upcoming tests that will be administered during the month of December.

Students in grades 3, 4, and 5 will take the LInkit Form B test on Tuesday, December 10 and Wednesday, December 11. The purpose of the Linkit test is to give teachers and students insight on their readiness for SC Ready. Teachers will be able to use these results to determine individual students' academic need. Incentives will be given to students who show growth and/or students who maintain a meet or exceeds score.

All grades will take the STAR test on Monday, December 16 and Tuesday, December 17. It is important for students to be present and on time on our testing days.

2nd Quarter AR Goals

I want to encourage all students to read, read, and read. Students in grades 1-5 will need to meet their AR goals by Friday, December 20. Many students have already met their goals. Although the AR "progress rocket" in the program states they have until January 6, the deadline is actually December 20.

Math Facts

We have a goal in to mind to have as many students as possible meet their grade level math facts requirement in December. Please help us by working with students at home. If you are not sure about which math facts your child will need to master, please contact his/her teacher.

Josie Little

Principal

jdlittle@fsd1.org

843-664-8156

Our PTO will sponsor a Holiday Shop for students. Students will be able to shop for gifts for their parents, grandparents, families, and friends. Each grade level will have designated days. See below.

Monday, December 2 - Kindergarten

Tuesday, December 3 - First Grade

Wednesday, December 4 - Second Grade and Third Grade

Thursday, December 5 - Third Grade and Fourth Grade

Friday, December 6 - Fourth Grade and Fifth Grade

Please join us as we deck the entrances and halls with decorations during the month of December. See additional information below.

We will be celebrating 12 days of Christmas! A flyer listing all theme days will be sent home with students.

The University of South Carolina is inviting more families to join the over 300 families already participating in the Healthy Seasons Study.

This project is open to all Pre-K through 2nd grade students.

Participants will wear a Fitbit-like activity watch for two weeks and parents will complete online surveys three times each year.

Participants can earn up to $435 per year in gift cards for participating!

Click this link to learn more and sign-up!

https://bit.ly/healthyseasons24_25

Wednesday, December 4 - SIC/Title One Meeting @ 2:45 PM

Thursday, December 12 - Title 1: 1st grade Performance @ 5:30 PM

Monday, December 16 - PTO Meeting @ 4:30 PM

Tuesday, December 17 - Princi- PALS

Wednesday, December 18 - Terrific Kids @ 8:15 AM

Thursday, December 19 - Pajama Day & Grade Level Celebration Day

Friday, December 20 - Early Dismissal for Students @ 12:10 PM

Spirit Day every Friday! Wear a Carver t-shirt.

Students in Mrs. Owens' class participated in the following rotation stations to practice their math facts:

Reflex Math, Addition & Subtraction Pop, Jenga Math Facts, and Flashcards.

Mrs. Ward's kindergarten students were busy with the 5K Transportation Fair and their Thanksgiving parade.

Mrs. Gause's students participated in Thanksgiving STEAM Stations.

Students in Mrs. White's class spent the day cooking a vegetable soup using ingredients brought in by the class. They went outside to their garden and harvested some rosemary to season the soup. They also picked some lettuce to prepare a side salad. While the soup was cooking, students made butter to spread on their bread by shaking heavy cream in a jar. The class decorated tablecloths; learned how to set the table with placemats, utensils, and napkins; and practiced good table manners. The students had a wonderful time spending the day gathered together as one big class family.

The link for our school menu is below. Reminder, all meals are free.

https://f1s.nutrislice.com/menu

Vision Statement-

Carver students will utilize problem solving, collaboration, communication, creativity, and critical thinking skills to make a positive and significant impact on their future and the future of our ever changing world.

Mission Statement-

The mission of Carver Elementary Magnet School is to provide our students with engaging, challenging, and authentic real-world learning experiences.

Motto-

Carver is a great place to learn.

Wellness Mission Statement-

Our mission is to educate Carver students, families, and staff on wellness, healthy eating, and fitness.