NJASK, Book Fair, Summer Reading

I am back to blogging and plan on weekly blogs from here on out!

May is here and that means NJASK testing, Scholastic Book Fair, and plans for Summer reading!

NJASK
Grades 3 through 5 will be taking NJASK this week and next.  As educators and parents, we can believe in our children, encourage them to go above and beyond, and continue to support their needs.  Sure, we can check their homework and study with them for a quiz, but more importantly engage with them in meaningful conversations.  Challenge their intellect as I am sure they will challenge you.  Use more sophisticated vocabulary and expect the best.  When your child gives you their best, raise the bar because they will continue to grow.

Scholastic Book Fair at VDV in the Media Center
Friday, May 17 11:00 am-3:00 pm
Monday, May 20 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Tuesday, May 21 9:00 am - 3:00 pm & 5:00 pm-8:00 pm Literacy Night
Wednesday, May 22 9:00 am-3:00 pm
Thursday, May 23 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Online Book Fair: May 12th - June 1st
http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/vanderveer
All profits benefit our classroom libraries to better serve your children!

Summer Reading....Students' literacy skills can decline or advance during the summer months.  This article is a must read for all parents.

http://www.reading.org/downloads/publications/RTsummer1_Mraz.pdf

More to come...