G5 Life

G5 VLOG257 "Turkey Bowl XX"

Congrats to the United Nation of Potatoes for winning our annual G5 Turkey Bowl #20.  Both teams played with heart and sportmanship!  We look forward to next years competition!

 

December Movie Night

Join us for another fun family MOVIE NIGHT on Friday, December 8, as we watch "Sing 2". Check out the attached flyer for all the details!

Concessions are available for pre-sale (until December 6) and will be on sale during the event. Make sure to bring a blanket & pillow for comfy seating. Students must be accompanied by an adult; this is not a drop-off event.

Reserve a free ticket (to help with planning) and pre-order your concessions here: https://givebutter.com/ru4iwI

If you are a parent that would like to help volunteer at this event, please sign up here: https://www.marapod.com/events/clooitcok0002js08kaa90keo

Cherry Crest Library

News from the Cherry Crest Library:

In fifth grade students come to our library for 20 minutes/1x week (see schedule below).  This time consists of a 5 minute mini lesson and a 15 minute check out.  Fifth graders can check up to 5 books out for a 2 week time period and place up to 5 holds at a time.  Visit:  https://destiny.bsd405.org with your student to view their account, log in, place holds, etc. from home.  Here is more information on what we’ve learned about so far this school year:

              *2024 WA state Sasquatch book award- 4^th and 5^thgraders are challenged & encouraged to read as many

                            of the 12 nominees for this award (voting will take place in Spring ’24).

                            *Students who read ALL 12 AND record their reading correctly will be invited to attend a celebration

                            with Mrs. Lux in June, earn a certificate and a small prize.

                            *All 12 books are available in our library, online through SORA and at the KCLS libraries.

                            *For more information on the award, go to: https://www.wla.org/2024-sasquatch-nominees

              *Banned books week 2023 (10/1-10/7).

              *Review of our library and school year updates.

              *Coming up soon:  B.T.T.O.B. (Bellevue Battle of the Books), R.A.T. (Read-A-Thon) and Library Ambassadors.

              *Questions/Ideas/etc.?  Email Mrs. Lux at:  [email protected]

              **WE NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR ALL CLASSES/TIMES.  Interested?  Please email Mrs. Lux for information on training.

              5^th grade library schedule by day/time:

              Mondays:  Regala 10:45-11:05

                                  Tamayo 11:05-11:25

              Thursdsays: Sung 1:50-2:10

                                    Hemker 2:10-2:30

 

Janna Lux

Cherry Crest 🍒 M-Th.

Teacher Librarian 

Currently Reading:

rez dogs by Joseph Bruhac -2024 Jr. Y.R.C. Book Nominee

Veterans Day and Native American Heriage

We will have an all-school assembly on November 17^th at 8:45 AM celebrating Native American Heritage and Veteran’s Day. If you know a veteran, we are hoping to feature members of our school community who have served in any armed forces around the world. Please submit photos and information to, Erin Stedman ([email protected]), by November 13^th, as we plan to include these submissions in our slideshow.

G5 VLOG256 "Hair Battle"

 

Special thanks to all the parent volunteers who helped make the party a success!  The kids had fun and will remember this forever!  

Fall Conferences

Dear Parents/Guardians of the G5,

I'm excited to offer you the opportunity to participate in our upcoming Parent-Teacher Conferences. These conferences provide a valuable chance for us to discuss your child's progress, strengths, and areas for growth.

To ensure that we can accommodate everyone, we kindly ask you to sign up for a time slot that works best for you. Please use the link below to access the sign-up form:

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0A48A5A828A0F94-45899279-fall

Fall Conferences 2023 Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up. Thank you! www.signupgenius.com

 

In the form, you will find available time slots. Simply select the one that aligns with your schedule, and provide your contact information. If none of the listed times work for you, please let us know, and we will do our best to find an alternative arrangement.

I look forward to meeting with you to discuss your child's progress and to work together to support their continued growth and success. Your involvement in your child's education is greatly valued and appreciated.

If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me via email.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership in your child's education.

Warm regards,

 

Bon Regala