Weeks 8-10

Wow, these last three weeks have flown by!  The Jr. high has been busy in and out of the classroom as we are now two weeks into the second quarter.

Parent-Teacher Conferences:
Conferences last week were such a blessing to me.  I absolutely enjoyed talking with all of you, thank you for making the time to come to our classroom for some positive discussions.  If there is anything you would like to discuss with me throughout the year, please let me know (via email is best) and we can set up a time to meet. 

World History:
Students are finishing out their study of Europe during the Middle Ages.  Feudalism & The Roman Catholic Church have been our areas of focus.  Students found it interesting to compare the Catholic religion with the Lutheran faith.

We will soon be starting a new unit in the Middle East where we will discuss how geography affect culture, students will discover who Muhammad is, and we will dive into learning about Islam and Muslims' way of life.  I encourage conversations to take place at home about these topics.  Students have great inquires and want to learn; it is so important to learn about other religions and then be able to see the TRUTH in the Bible and God's Word.

Harvest Parties Last Week:
Thank you to room parents, Michelle Wadley, Laura Horton, and Arin Paske for the time and planning it takes for the kids to have these parties. Kids (and teachers) appreciate it!

Walk-a-thon Success Leads to Christmas Service Project Beginning!
We are on our way to our goal of 100 shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child.  All of the funds raised at the walk-a-thon will also be supporting this service project.  In the spirit of Christmas, remembering what God gave us, we want to turn our focus on giving instead of receiving.  We will be collecting items from October 6 - November 7. 

(http://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/)

Items already brought in by the junior high! We have many blessings to share, Thank you!

Gift Suggestions

• Toys: Include items that children will immediately embrace such as dolls, toy cars, stuffed animals, kazoos, harmonicas, yo-yos, jump ropes, balls, toys that light up and make noise (with extra batteries), etc.
• School Supplies: pens, pencils and sharpeners, crayons, markers, notebooks, paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books, etc.
• Non-Liquid Hygiene Items: toothbrushes, bar soap, combs, washcloths, etc.
• Accessories: t-shirts, socks, hats, sunglasses, hair clips, jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries), etc.
• A Personal Note: You may enclose a note to the child and a photo of yourself or your family. If you include your name and address, the child may be able to write back.
• Do Not Include: Used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives or military figures; chocolate or food; out-of-date candy; liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; aerosol cans.

Long Over-due Field Trip Pictures:

October/November Dates to Remember:
October 29 Early Dismissal – 12 pm
November 5 Muffins for Moms
November 9 Hymn Festival
November 13-14 Teachers Conference – No School
December 12 AR points due (18)

Blessings on your weekend,