Ms. Keane's Summer Birthdays

As we will not see others in the months of June and July we celebrated many birthdays. Happy birthday to Cameron, Roman, Laura, Neko, and Fernando. Check out the photos below.

Math Mall Profit Will be Used to Purchase |Blankets for Homeless

After our Math Mall, all first grade classes combined their profits which totaled 1,282,00 Reais! This money was donated to an NGO called Amigos do Sopão, that helps homeless people in São Paulo.
Our very own, Beth Coelho, volunteers by cooking meals there every Saturday!

We are proud to be able to help!


http://www.amigosdosopao.org/

News from the Library

One of the most powerful ways for children to develop strong vocabularies and reading fluency is to read, read, and read some more! Vacation times provide for less structured reading and a wider range of choices, but reading is just as important! Consider making it part of your daily routine, as the first thing in the morning or the last thing before bed.  The 2018 Reading World Cup provides extra motivation for students to practice (like their favorite players). Students have received booklets, and the link above gives you additional support, including a parent guide. 

Remember that our library catalog, Destiny Discover, is more than just a place to see what books we have! Download the app or bookmark it on your computer for easy access. Login (username: graded, password: graded) to read eBooks, access Tumblebooks, open Brainpop & World Book, etc. Go to Links > See all to view our subscription databases and their login information. Tumblebooks has thousands of books and all different reading levels, so it's a great option when traveling. If you are in S.P., we'll be open every Monday during break from 9-11 am and 1-4 pm. 

We have begun the process of marking books lost and sending out fine notices, but we would always prefer to have the materials back. Books are carefully selected for Graded based on students’ interests and needs, and getting replacement copies here to Brazil is a lengthy process. Items have been finding their way back this week, and we are down to 331 overdue books, but we need everyone's help to get these remaining books back where they can be enjoyed my more children. Thank you for your support! 

Ms. Keane's May Birthdays

Happy May Birthdays to Jose, Cordelia, and Elliott. We got to celebrate with them so check out the pictures below. 

Ms. Keane's Math Mall

We had a wonderful successful Math Mall. The entire First Grade raised almost R$1.300. We are donating the money to the NGO Amigos do Sopão: Link to website and they will spend it on blankets. Check out the pictures below of all the fun!

Thrilling Thursday Fun!

Hi Parents,

As we discussed last week we have the schedule for Thrilling Thursday! Check out the activities and timings below. Also remember students can wear pajamas, bring a flash light, bring a sleeping back, and other items that the homeroom teacher may have suggested. We look forward to all the fun.

8:00-8:30           Homeroom set up and morning gathering
8:30-9:00           Dance Party
9:00-10:00         Field Games at the playground
10:00-10:30       Scary Story
10:30-11:00       Campfire Songs
11:00-11:45       Specials
11:45-12:50       Lunch and Recess
12:50-1:30         Homeroom Fun
1:30- 2:20          Specials
2:20-3:00           Continue Homeroom Fun
3:05                   Home Time

Thank you again for your flexibility.

The First Grade Team

Final Lower School Update - June 4, 2018

Thank You for a Great School Year!

This is our final week of the 2017-18 school year. We would like to thank all students and families for a fantastic year! We wish all our families who will depart Graded all the best and look forward to seeing the returning students and families on August 6!

Last Day of School Dismissal Time

Just a reminder that dismissal time on Friday, June 8 is 11:30. School buses will leave at 11:45.

Upcoming Important Dates

June 4	- LS End of Year Assembly - Community A and B Game Gala
June 5	4th Grade Maracuja Day
June 6	Community C and D Game Gala
June 7	5th Grade Ceremony (9:00 am Auditorium)
June 8	- LS Talent Show - Last School Day - students dismissed at 11:30 - Trimester 3 Report Cards online at 12:00
Aug 6	First day of the 2018-19 school year

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