Pet Show Information
We are sure you’re all anxious for the Pet Show next Friday! It is a tradition the students in Lower Division look forward to every year, and we are very thankful that you have agreed to help us with all of the amazing animals that will be parading!
We wanted to let you know what procedures you should follow for the parade to run smoothly, especially since the parade will be taking place in a new location this year.
When you arrive on campus, you should park in the temporary parking lot which is located adjacent to and behind the Lykes Center (southeast corner). Students are to report to their classrooms at the regular time, while parents escort the pets to the new Buc Stop area located on the east side of the school.
Students will be walked to the Buc Stop area shortly after 8:00 with their teachers to meet with you and your pet. Please stay with your child long enough to ensure your pet is safe and well monitored. We want to be sure all pets are comfortable and safe before starting the parade. Teachers will line up their students and pets just before their classes are ready to be presented to the school
The remaining students from Lower Division will be seated in the covered, Buc Stop Area to watch the animals, one at a time, walk around the area directly in front of the Buc Stop. Mr. McConnell will read aloud a story your child has written about their pet as this is done.
It would be helpful for you to help escort your pet if you feel it is too big or aggressive for your child to handle alone, especially in such an exciting and sometimes stressful atmosphere. Please remember to bring clean-up items (bags, scoops, etc) for your pet. We’d appreciate parents dealing with any “accidents” that might occur.
After the Pet Show, parents are expected to take their pet home while students return to their classroom with their classroom teacher.
In advance, thanks for your assistance. We look forward to another Third Grade Pet Show!
Retakes
Picture retakes are scheduled for this Friday morning, November 6th. If you wish for your child to have his/her picture retaken you should send in the original proof with a note indicating so. (Some children have already done this, thank you!) We recently heard from Studio Artistry that, contrary to what was originally thought, you do not need to send in payment for retake orders without having seen the new proof. This is a change from previous years, thankfully. J This year, you will receive a second proof 10-14 days from Friday that you may order from.
Today's Field Trip
Today’s field trip was a LOT of fun! The children were so incredibly well behaved, too. Please ask your child to tell you all about the touch tank, the giant squid, and the interactive cinema. A special thank you to Mrs. Gasser and Mrs. Schlact for chaperoning our trip!
Just a reminder…the pet measuring booklet that was sent home tonight for homework is intended for students to practice their measuring skills with their beloved pet. However, I realize not everyone has a pet, so please encourage your child to either measure a stuffed animal of any kind in its place.
