Lock Down Drill on Wednesday, September 25

Families,

Chief Joseph will be having a lockdown drill tomorrow (Wednesday, September 25, 2013). This is simply a practice similar to a fire drill. The Meridian Police Department will be assisting us with our lockdown drill. Please know that this should take no longer than 15 minutes. As always, I will do my best to prepare students for this practice drill. I understand that an event such as this can be stressful, so please speak to your child about the importance of preparation in the very unlikely event Chief Joseph requires an actual lockdown.

Thank you

A BIG thank you to all of you who made it to Parent Night. I appreciate your support!

Here are a few importan reminders:

• If you haven't signed up to volunteer for the Fall Carnival on Friday, September 27, we need your help! There are still times available to volunteer at the 2nd grade Football Toss. Just let me know!
• We are still in need of BSU-themed items for our BSU basket that will be auctioned at the Fall Carnival.
• Flu vaccination (nasal mist) consent forms came home yesterday. Please return them promptly to ensure your child is vaccinated on October 17.

Finally, thanks to those of you who donated extra supplies for our classroom. The Kleenex, hand sanitizer, and other supplies are much appreciated!

Fall Carnival

Families,
Mark your calendars...the CJE PTO-sponsored carnival is Friday, September 27. Volunteers are needed for the second grade foot ball toss game. Interested parents should return the half-sheet sign up that came home today. If you are able to donate a cake for the cake walk, please return the other half-sheet that came home today. Don't forget, students who return 40 boxtops by September 20 will receive a free meal ticket for a hotdog, chips, and a soda!

BSU Basket Donations

Families,
The second grade team is looking for donations of BSU-themed items to put in a basket that will be auctioned at the Fall Carnival. If you are able to donate an item, please send it to school with your child no later than September 24. All proceeds will benefit the Chief Jo PTO.

September Behavior Tracker

Today a beavior calendar will come home with your child. It should stay in their SAFARI folder. Please check it nightly and initial so I know you've seen it. Students who get an initial on each night of the week will get a trip to the prize box on the following Monday. I am hoping that this will help students take responsibility for their actions. Together we can help your child make great choices!

September Book Order

Parents,
You can order from Scholastic Books straight from your computer, iPad, or smartphone. Simply visit the following link: https://orders.scholastic.com/H7HPW

If you would rather order with a check, you can do that too! Book orders came home today. They are due no later than Wednesday, Septmber 18. Please do not send cash!

Parent Night Open House

Families,
You're invited to the Chief Joseph Parent Open House* on Tuesday, September 17 from 6:00-7:30 pm. Meet teachers, hear about classroom happenings, ask questions. Hoping to see you all there!

*Please note: This evening is for parents, so please leave the kiddos at home.

September Reading Calendar

Parents,
Today your child brought home a reading calendar for the month of September. Your child should spend 20 minutes each night reading a book of their choice. Age-appropriate magazines, fiction stories, non-fiction books, and e-books are all acceptable to read during this time. Students who read 20 minutes for 20 nights or more each month and return their calendar signed by an adult at the end of the month will be invited to the 20/20 Lunch Bunch. Please encourage your child to read often, as it is a vital skill for academic success. Thank you for your support!