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Bel Aire Bear Newsletter -
March 10, 2010
Vol. 14
Tuesday, March 23, 8:30-10:00 a.m.
Learn
about the "uniqueness" and growth of this class. Share ideas of how
parents and teachers can partner together to best support all of "our"
fourth grade students.
Part II: MOSAIC Training for Parents
Monday, March 29, 2010, 8:30-10:00 a.m.
MOSAIC
staff will lead a parent workshop on MOSAIC values and tools so parents
can use the same strategies at home as are taught and practiced at
school.
Please R.S.V.P. belaire@reedschools.org
The keynote presentation at the MacWord Expo is always an eventful moment, but this year, it wasn't delivered by Steve Jobs, Apple's CEO. It was led by the famous New York Times tech guru and journalist, David Pogue. Known for his technology humor and Apple Computer insight, Pogue challenged his 1.5 MILLION Twitter followers to design a fake iPhone application.
Ms. Mustille, being a Pogue Twitter follower, submitted an entry with the help of a fellow ADE, and was chosen as a grand prize winner! She was notified that she was one of 10 finalists, and her entry was then broadcast live at the MacWorld SF Keynote on Thursday, February 11th.
Her fake iPhone app, Rogue Pogue, was made with a mix of GarageBand, iMovie and Adobe PhotoShop. To see the video, click the link listed here (Rogue Pogue is shown at about the 19 minute mark)
We are very proud of Ms. Mustille and her dedication to learning and showcasing cutting-edge software. Our students benefit daily from her tech knowledge, and she shines everyday as a positive role model by making tech "cool" for students. Congratulations!
Students who met or exceeded their grade-level goals received an AR certificate and a golden ticket to choose a prize on Tuesday.
Individual goals for the third trimester will be announced soon!
Aladdin tickets are on sale now!
March 24th -March
27th at 6:30pm.
Tickets are $12/each for adults and children.
Sand cast performs: Wednesday, March 24th
and Friday, March 26th.
Dune cast performs: Thursday, March 25th, and Saturday, March 27th.
If you have any questions regarding Aladdin tickets, please contact Lindsay Todd at toddbj@pacbell.net.
Phoebe Hearst Awards!
Each year, PTA honors one teacher in our District with the Phoebe Hearst Outstanding Educator Award. The winner receives a $500 grant from RUSD PTA and his/her name on a plaque that is displayed in the Superintendent's office. The historical award recognizes professional excellence and extraordinary personal commitment by an educator. The award will be given to the teacher who wins at a ceremony on May 20, 2010. Excerpts from all parent recommendations for EVERY teacher nominated will be read at this ceremony. This is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate all of the many caring and outstanding teachers in our district.
In this spirit, I encourage all the parents of the District to submit recommendations for this prestigious award.
Criteria include: teacher's relationship with the student, excellent teaching and class management skills, ability to create enthusiasm about learning, responsiveness to parent's needs and concerns, and "going the extra mile" for the student.
A recommendation does not need to be lengthy, formal or complex. A few sentences will suffice.
You may nominate more than one teacher and I encourage you to do so.
Please do not forget our wonderful specialists.
Letters or emails can be sent to:
kellyscannell@pacbell.net or mailed to 1 Acela Dr Tiburon CA 94920
Once again, Chris Carter will read an excerpt from EVERY teacher nominated, so please take a moment to recognize all of the teachers that make a difference in our children's lives.
Letters must be received by April 9, 2010.
Thank you for taking this time,
Kelly Scannell
PTA President
Lunch reminder! Please remember to cancel your child's lunch if they are going on a field trip. Questions about Kid Chow's cancellation policy, go to www.kidchow.com
We need your help!
Are you free on Friday for 30 minutes?? We need extra hands to distribute Pizza from 12:35-1:05. Please contact marianne.pearson@yahoo.com if you can help out.
Please remember to support PTA programs:
Birthday Books - This is our primary source of new books for the library and a fun way for your kid to be honored on his/her birthday. Please order online at www.reedschools.org or write a check. The suggested donation amount is $25. When you write your check, please include your child's birthday, grade and name. If you have any questions about Birthday Books, please contact Karen McMullen at karenmcmullen@msn.com.
NEW!!! Spirit Wear - Show your school spirit! Order Bel Aire sweatshirts, Bel Aire Tie Dyes and water bottles! Please contact Mary Bender mmbender@aol.com to order or pick up a form in the office. Coming on-line soon!
Have
you ordered your yearbook yet?
- Order in advance! Please order online at http://www.reedschools.org/
Kris McIntosh, Bel Aire Site Chair
krm1970@sbcglobal.net
Save the Dates for our Spring Fundraisers!
- Reed Regatta - May 15
- Fashion Show, Luncheon and Shopping Boutique - May 14
- Paradise Foods Pancake Breakfast - May 29
- Tiburon Day at the Giants - May 30
Since last newsletter,
we've had 2 Wax Museums, International Spirit Day, Read Across America, AR Above and Beyond Awards, and Aladdin ticket sales.
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