Warm Weather!

While it may not be here to stay, it sure feels good to have some warm weather. During recess, all of our students were able to get outside and take in some fresh air. Please continue to check the forecast each day and be sure your children are coming to school dressed for the weather.

We were also able to hold a fire drill this afternoon. I am proud to report that everyone made it out of the building safely in under 1 minute.

Thanks,

Mr. Masucci

Greenhouse!

We've been hard at work planting flowers. Within a week, things will be ready to "grow".....I mean go.......out in the greenhouse. (C'mon...that's good!) Recycled water bottles are being used as planters and working out very well. It not only teaches our students even more about the importance of recycling, but will provide opportunities to see the root development of the plants. If you have empty water bottles, please send them to school in a bag. We'll certainly use them.

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

Take A Look!

Information regarding the 3rd and 4th Grade Achievement Tests was sent home yesterday. Please take a look at the following link: 3rd and 4th Grade Achievement Test Information. Simply click on " Take a Test without Logging in". This site will help your children prepare for the tests. It may be a good idea to bookmark it as one of your favorites.

Spring Pictures will be taken tomorrow. In addition, mark your calendars for March 5th's PTO meeting. Check our school's calendar for more details. The calendar can be viewed simply by clicking on the tab.

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

Achievement Test Information!

3rd and 4th grade students are bringing home important information regarding spring's Achievement Tests. Please be sure to read over the information and call if you have any questions.

Our 3rd and 4th graders are looking forward to tomorrow's field trip to the Chevrolet Center to see the Mahoning Valley Phantoms take on the U.S. National Team.

Please keep in mind Spring pictures will be taken on Wednesday, February 25th. SMILE!

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

Think Spring!

Thanks to our friends at Zellers Greenhouse in Hartville, Ohio our students will begin working in the greenhouse next week. Zellers donates flowers and soil to our school every year. Five years ago the owner called after finding out about the greenhouse and said,"As long as kids are getting their hands dirty, you come here and get what you need. No questions asked!"

Today's trip was a productive one. In addition to soil, our school was given geraniums, impatiens, petunias, begonias and snapdragons. We'll have some pictures of our gardeners up soon.

Thank you,

Mr. Masucci

Special Announcement!

Let's see who is checking out our website today. The "virtual" Mr. Masucci has an assignment for those willing to do a little extra work. Be sure to check it out. All assignments are due tomorrow. Be sure your name is on your paper before putting it in the mailbox outside the office. I'll check the mailbox shortly after 8:30 a.m. Have fun!

Keep sending those empty aluminum cans to school. It is appreciated.

Thank you,
Mr. Masucci

Today's News

Today's weather may not have been perfect, but at least it didn't snow. There were still a lot of children out sick today. Let's hope everyone can return to school soon.

I hope the information regarding the Green Team's Placemat Contest made it's way into the hands of adults yesterday. This annual contest for grades 1-4 is a great one. All poster ideas are due back to school by Monday, February 23rd or Friday, February 27th depending what grade your child is in.


Have a great day. There will be a "secret assignment" on tomorrow's VOKI. Shhhhhhh! Let's see how many complete it.

Thank you,
Mr. Masucci