Science Camp Info.

MONDAY
*wear your 5th grade t-shirt
*bring a bag lunch (put in your backpack) completely disposable!
*arrive at school between 6:50-7 a.m.
*luggage/baggage should be labeled and placed near the bus loop in front of the school (Look for areas posted with name of teacher.) Please Label EVERYTHING!
*If you have any medications, please place in a zip-lock bag, write name on bag, place yellow medication form inside. PLEASE hand to your CHILD'S teacher.
(Reminder: inhalers will stay in child's back pack. DO NOT SEND medications like Tylenol, Benedryl, Neosporin, etc, which are available at camp. Your consent was already given on the registration form for over the counter medications. (PLEASE no vitamins).

*Say GOODBYE TO YOUR CHILD at the CLASSROOM DOOR (lots of hugs)- this can be difficult for some parents, but we do ask that you leave the campus so that luggage can be loaded and students can be safely accounted for and board the bus. NO parents will be allowed on the buses.

*Students will check in with their teachers, collect their journal , and be seated. Each teacher will then lead their classroom to the bus by 7:15 a.m.

*The bus will leave PROMPTLY at 7:30 a.m. (DON'T be LATE!)


FRIDAY
*We will be leaving Science Camp by 12 noon.
*Please pick up your child at 1:30 p.m.  Buses will unload in the bus loop in front of the school. It is extremely important that you CHECK OUT with your child's teacher.

Wed. Envelope Info.

This is your Wednesday Envelope information email for 01-27-2016.

PLEASE NOTE - NO SCHOOL ON THE FOLLOWING DAYS:

·       Monday, February 15 – Friday, February 19

 This week’s flyers are:

·       Class (group) Photo Day – Thursday, Feb. 4: Online Ordering Flyer and copy of order envelope that was sent home 1/27/2016 in the Wednesday Envelope

·       February Lunch Menu

·       Moreland Extended Day (child care on site at Country Lane) information flyer

·       Moreland Extended Day Morning and After School Interest Survey

Please click here to see all of this week’s flyers on our website.  As always, hard copies are available in the Office, if needed.

REMINDERS:

5^th Grade Science Camp:  5^th Graders will be at Science Camp February 8-12.  They will then have the Presidents Week break February 15-19  when no school is in session to recover from their adventures!

After-school enrichment classes begin on February 2.  Class offerings include: Piano (MusIQ), Academic Chess, Bricks 4 Kidz, Martial Arts, Young Rembrandts (drawing), and Clap Arts Dance.  There is still time to sign up.  Check out the class options and links to sign up at www.countrylaneschool.org

 3-5^th grade students can participate in the Future Chefs culinary competition! Fill out an entry form with your favorite healthy breakfast recipe and you’ll be in the running to compete in a live competition at Moreland Community Center on February 24.  Check in the cafeteria or ask your teacher for entry forms and more details.   Remember … the deadline for recipe’s to be turned in is Wednesday February 3 !!!!

ELAC Date Change

ELAC - Date Change!

Please join us for our next ELAC (English Learner Advisory Committee) meeting on Wednesday, March 9 at 8:30 AM in the staff room.

• Official CELDT test scores were mailed out the week of January 25. Please bring your scores to the meeting, and we will go over them with you. 
• We will also discuss the reclassification process and Moreland School District's Master Plan for English Learners.
• If you need a translator, please contact Mrs. Armann (carmann@moreland.org) as soon as possible to let her know.

6th Grade Info. Night

6th Grade Information Night Coming Soon

Mark your calendars for 6th grade information nights!

**Moreland Middle School: Thursday, February 4th 6:30-7:30 in the MU Room at MMS

**EDS: Wednesday, February 2nd 6:00-7:00 in the MU Room at EDS
            and also Wednesday, March 2nd 6:00-7:00 in the MU Room at EDS

**Latimer: Wednesday, February 10th 6:30-7:30 in the MU Room at Latimer
            and also Thursday, March 3rd 6:30-7:30 in the MU Room at Latimer

Making Wishes Come True.....

(CNN)Support continues to pour in for one little girl with a simple Christmas wish.

Eight-year-old Sa'fyre Terry of Schenectady, New York, lost her family two years ago in a fire police say was intentionally set. She survived with severe burns to her face, and lost her right hand and foot as a result of her injuries.

What she really wanted this holiday season is Christmas cards from around the world, a family friend said in a recent Facebook post. This all started when her aunt, Liz Dolder, bought her a Christmas tree on which to hang cards. Sa'fyre decided she wanted to fill the tree with as many cards as she could get.

If you are interested in being apart of this little girl's wish please send her a holiday card to the following address:

Sa'fyre Terry

P.O. Box 6126

Schenectady, NY 12306

Tech Activity

Saturday, Jan. 23: In a galaxy not so far, far away… is a Star Wars edition of Tucked In @ The Tech! In this special family sleepover, you’ll watch “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” in the Hackworth IMAX Dome Theater, receive collectible Star Wars swag, build edible TIE fighters, and harness your problem-solving force to help ewoks escape storm troopers. Wear your Star Wars PJs and you’ll be in the running to win a BB-8 app-enabled Droid — one of the hottest toys of the season. Don’t miss out on this one-of-a-kind event! 

Required Clothing and Equipment

This list is for all Hiking participants.  While going through the list, keep in mind the number of days you will be at our campus.  Check off item once it’s packed.  Great places to find these items:  REI, Any Mountain, The Sports Basement (on Stevens Creek),  Sports Authority, The Mountain View Army Supply (on Bascom). 

PLEASE LABEL EVERY SINGLE ITEM WITH YOUR CHILD’S NAME ON IT!

WATERPROOF EVERYTHING!

Required for Hiking Day

__        Lunch from home on the first day only.

__        Day pack – large enough for lunch, jacket, rain gear, journal and water bottle

__        Water Bottle – unbreakable, leak-proof one quart (or more) plastic bottle without a straw -  Drinking water bottles (e.g. Calistoga, Evian, etc) are fine.

__        Rain gear – complete rain jacket and pants (coated nylon is best)

__        Sunscreen – SPF 30 or higher

__        Lip balm with SPF (avoid “Chapstick” brand)

__        Hats – (1) for sun protection, (1) for warmth

__        Gloves

__        Foot gear – sturdy, ankle supporting and waterproofed for hiking.  Break in at least one month prior to your trip and make sure students have practiced tying them.

__        Jacket – stuffable nylon or thick fleece is a good choice

__        Inhaler if you need it while hiking

__        Emergency “I have to go the bathroom out in the wilderness” Kit: (2) Gallon-sized Ziplock baggies, (4-5) One quart baggies, handsanitizer, travel-sized bathroom wipes, travel-sized tissue

__        (Pencil and journal to be provided by your teacher)

__        Bandana scarf (lunch placemat on our daily hikes)

Required for Overnight (after 4 p.m.)

__        Foot gear – in addition to the hiking pair, bring a pair of rubber-soled tennis shoes to wear on campus

__        Warm sleeping bag and pillow (sheet and thick blankets are fine) – pack in a large garbage bag –practice                       rolling it up!

__        Long pants – bring at least (3) extra pair

__        Shirts – (4-5) are needed, long sleeve are best to accommodate the changes in weather.

__        Warm layers- (2-3) sweat shirts (in case of rain)

__        Socks and underwear – one pair per day plus one extra (a few thick hiking socks if possible)

__        Pajamas or equivalent (sweats, etc.)

__        Toiletries – comb or brush, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, etc. (travel bottles best – label w/name)

__        Bath towel and washcloth

__        Sandals to wear in the shower

__        Personal medications, as needed (please fill out the medication form provided, place in a Ziplock baggie with your child’s name labeled clearly – give to child’s teacher the morning of departure)

__        (2 -3) extra large plastic garbage bags – 1 for sitting on in case of rain, 1 for repacking sleeping bag and pillow/dirty clothes

__        Rolling suitcase suggested– students will need to carry all of their own gear

Optional

__        One twin-sized fitted sheet (highly recommended)   

__        Sunglasses

__        Camera (disposable is best in case of rain)

__        Stuffed animal/picture from home

__        Alarm clock (adults only)

__        Flash light (adults only)

DO NOT BRING

·          CANDY, SODAS, OR EXTRA FOOD OF ANY KIND (except for lunch on the first day) If you have special dietary needs, please contact your child’s teacher

·          Electrical or batter powered equipment:  cell phones, video games, CD players, iPods, etc.  (adult chaperons may bring lap tops and cell phones)