The Challenger Dispatch
February 24-28, 2014 Week 1
4th graders celebrate pioneer day
Bless my biscuits! Our 4th graders had a jolly time reenacting the pioneer days all day Friday. From dancing and signing to rootbeer beer making and quiet dolls, a festive time was had by all.
Shoe Drive
New Century High School is sponsoring a shoe drive to benefit developing communities. A box will be placed in each room for collections for the next two weeks. Please mention in your newsletters as well.
Wanna be on TV?
The first 10 classrooms ( in grades 2-5) to respond to me via email will have an opportunity to be on 48 NEWS morning segment saying the pledge of allegiance. They will come here to film the classes on March 18th.
School Supplies donated
School supplies have been donated by Good Shephard church. Please look in Deana's room for supplies you may need.
Event Information
2nd Grade Patriotic Musical Performance
Come and be inspired by our wonderful second grade singers performing our countries most patriotic songs.
When?
Tuesday, Feb 25, 2014, 06:00 PM
Where?
Challenger Elementary School, Chaney Thompson Road Southeast, Huntsville, AL, United States
Event Information
Health Screenings
Bring your proof of insurance and get screened between 8-11 and 12:30 -2:30.
When?
Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014, 08:30 AM
Where?
AV room
Event Information
Tech Training
Come directly to the room indicated below for the work session/tips/hints. If you did not sign up yet, or you change your mind, please write it on the sign up sheets on Michele's door.
Write to Learn - Natis's room
SchoolNet - Belissa's room
Flipcharts - Wendy's room
Ipad apps - Debbie's room
Write to Learn - Natis's room
SchoolNet - Belissa's room
Flipcharts - Wendy's room
Ipad apps - Debbie's room
When?
Wednesday, Feb 26, 2014, 02:45 PM
Where?
5th grade wing
Spring Cleaning
It's that time of year to start tossing the old stuff away. As a team, please go through your work rooms and give them a deep clean between now and Spring break. While you are tossing things away, make an inventory and gather science materials for a move to a new science library later this year.
Happy Bday!
February
Karen Limperis 2/25
March
Tiffany Stanley 3/7
Becky Clemens 3/9
Laura Hatfield 3/10
Mia Ruffin 3/16
Debbie Stinson 3/28
Aim High!!
Duty
Howard Outside
Wallace Inside
Henson Breakfast
Wallace Inside
Henson Breakfast
Event Information
Intruder Drill ( Lockdown)
Please make sure you talk with your class about this drill. Review procedures and practice before the event.
When?
Thursday, Feb 27, 2014, 11:30 AM
Where?
Challenger Elementary School, Chaney Thompson Road Southeast, Huntsville, AL, United States
Event Information
Writing Committee
We will be picking prompts for every grade level and setting up the dates and times for the School-Wide writing day for the rest of the year.
When?
Thursday, Feb 27, 2014, 02:45 PM
Where?
Belissa's room
Event Information
Special Ed DEPT meeting
Student folders to be discussed.
When?
Thursday, Feb 27, 2014, 02:45 PM
Where?
Jessica's Room
Event Information
End of Month Breakfast
Come and enjoy a well deserved breakfast with friends and colleagues!
When?
Friday, Feb 28, 2014, 07:45 AM
Where?
Media Center
Something to consider......
"When educating the minds of our youth, we must not forget to educate throe hearts. " - The Dalai Lama