Dear Parents,
We hope your summer is off to a great start! We wanted to let you know how you can unsubscribe from the sixth grade blog since your child is moving to seventh grade. At the bottom of this email, you should see “Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from Exploris 6th grade.” Click this button and follow the directions. Thanks!
Dear Parents,
Here is our schedule for tomorrow:
8:15-8:45-Deep Cleaning
8:45-10:30-Eighth Grade Graduation at Holy Trinity Church (across from William Peace University)
10:30-12:00-Nash Square (Kona Ice will be there and students will need money if they want to purchase a treat)
12:15-Dismissal (NO AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM TOMORROW)
Dear Parents,
Below are links to the summer reading list for your rising seventh grade student. They are required to read a minimum of two books from either list. Students were given a copy of the reading lists today and the lists have also been emailed to students.
Happy Reading!
June 5, 2017
Dear Parents,
We can’t believe the year is almost over! Please remember that this Friday is the last day of school. School will dismiss at 12:15 pm. There will be no lunch served on Friday and there is no after school program on Friday.
Also, your Crew teacher will be emailing you about Crew day plans for Thursday morning.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THIS FRIDAY!: Volunteers are needed to sign up for Hospitality duties at 8th grade graduation. We will be serving cake and drinks at a reception immediately following the graduation ceremony. We need just 6 folks from either 7th or 6th grade to help setup, serve and clean up. It should run from 8 am until about 11:30 am on Friday, June 9th. If you would like to volunteer, please sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0a49a5a82da75-8thgrade
Please contact Ann Overton (919-810-6571 or aoverton@aoassociates.net) with any questions.
A NOTE FROM BILL WALLENBECK, MIDDLE SCHOOL WELLNESS TEACHER:
Dear Exploris Family,
I will close out this next week as my last as Wellness teacher here at Exploris. It has been an honor and privilege to be a part of the Exploris community over the last 6 years, to have walked alongside so many precious and gifted educators, parents and students as we journeyed these Middle School years.
It has been a wonderful season of challenge, experiment, self-discovery and shared learning. Special thanks to my beginning dreamer, partner in starting Wellness, Mary Margaret.. and thanks to our two awesome, fun and talented friends and Global Arts conspirators, Jamie and Eugene!
I am indebted to you all for your support, patience and down right love.
Raleigh will remain my home as I continue “waiting forward,” excited for life’s next arising. My heart will continue to hold this work and community as your next horizon and generative season appears before you.
With much love and gratitude,
Bill Wallenbeck
KONA ICE AT NASH SQUARE: On the last day of school, sixth graders will attend the eighth grade graduation ceremony. After graduation, we will go to Nash Square. The Kona Ice truck will meet us at Nash Square and students will have the opportunity to purchase a treat if they choose. Prices range from $3-$6.
Homework – Weekly Requirements:
| Monday
6/5 |
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| Tuesday
6/6 |
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| Wednesday
6/7 |
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| Thursday
6/8 |
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| Friday
6/9 |
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Important Dates:
6/8/17-Expressions Day 1-3pm Christ the King Church
6/9/17-Last day of school! Early Release (12:15 dismissal, no lunch served, no after school program!)
How to Contact Current Sixth Grade Teachers:
Loren Kent (ELA/Social Studies) lkent@exploris.org
Devon Rose (ELA/Social Studies) drose@exploris.org
Shawna Scipione (Math/Science) sscipione@exploris.org
Juliana Thomas (Math/Science) jthomas@exploris.org
Jamie Butler : Art jbutler@exploris.org
Eugene Wheeler: Global Languages ewheeler@exploris.org
Bill Wallenbeck : Health & Wellness bwallenbeck@exploris.org
CLUB/EXTENDED CARE INFORMATION:
Middle School Clubs and Extended Care:
Allies – Mary McWay
Before and Afterschool Program – Candice Robinson
Cross Country (Aug-Oct) –Tom Simmons, Sharon Cuffe
Crossfit – Chenelle Miller info@raleigh-crossfit.com
Contemporary Art Museum docents – Shawna Scipione
Comic Book Club – Sharon Cuffe
Science Olympiad – Helene
Fossil Club –Juliana Thomas
Coding Club (January-March) – Becky Brown
MathCounts club – Remi Wingo
Minecraft (Sept-May)– Jenn Quirk
Improv (Nov-Jan) – Jeri Donovan Livengood
Soccer (Jan-Mar)–Shannon – Shannon Hardy
Yearbook -Devon Rose – Devon Rose
Ultimate Frisbee -Bill – Bill Wallenbeck
Dungeons & Dragons – Leah Perry
Student Ambassadors – Paula Mancini and Sarah Esser
Battle of the Books – Devon and Loren
German Exchange – Maggie Gargan and Mary McWay
Japanese Exchange –Tom Simmons, Michelle Parkerson
STUDENT DIRECTORY – You made new friends and want to reach out? Go to the PTO BLOG, and in the contacts section, there is a link to the directory. The password is 1997*
Volunteers are needed to sign up for Hospitality duties at 8th grade graduation next Friday, June 9th. We will be serving cake and drinks at a reception immediately following the graduation ceremony. We need just 6 folks from either 7th or 6th grade to help setup, serve and clean up. It should run from 8am until about11:30 am on Friday, June 9th.
If you would like to volunteer, please sign up here: http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e0a49a5a82da75-8thgrade
Please contact Ann Overton (919-810-6571 or aoverton@aoassociates.net) with any questions.
Thank you!
May 30, 2017
Dear Parents,
We are looking forward to portfolio conferences this week! Your student has selected several work samples to show you from the third trimester. We can’t wait to hear their reflections!
KONA ICE AT NASH SQUARE: On the last day of school, sixth graders will attend the eighth grade graduation ceremony. After graduation, we will go to Nash Square. The Kona Ice truck will meet us at Nash Square and students will have the opportunity to purchase a treat if they choose. Prices range from $3-$6.
PARENTS WITH STUDENTS IN THE MIDDLE SCHOOL EC PROGRAM: Please take this survey if you have a child in the EC program at the middle school.
Homework – Weekly Requirements:
| Monday
5/29 |
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| Tuesday
5/30 |
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| Wednesday
5/31 |
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| Thursday
6/1 |
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| Friday
6/2 |
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NEXT WEEK:
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Important Dates:
5/31/17- Fossil club presentations after school
6/8/17-Expressions Day 1-3pm Christ the King Church
6/9/17-Last day of school! Early Release (12:15 dismissal, no lunch served, no after school program!)
How to Contact Current Sixth Grade Teachers:
Loren Kent (ELA/Social Studies) lkent@exploris.org
Devon Rose (ELA/Social Studies) drose@exploris.org
Shawna Scipione (Math/Science) sscipione@exploris.org
Juliana Thomas (Math/Science) jthomas@exploris.org
Jamie Butler : Art jbutler@exploris.org
Eugene Wheeler: Global Languages ewheeler@exploris.org
Bill Wallenbeck : Health & Wellness bwallenbeck@exploris.org
CLUB/EXTENDED CARE INFORMATION:
Middle School Clubs and Extended Care:
Allies – Mary McWay
Before and Afterschool Program – Candice Robinson
Cross Country (Aug-Oct) –Tom Simmons, Sharon Cuffe
Crossfit – Chenelle Miller info@raleigh-crossfit.com
Contemporary Art Museum docents – Shawna Scipione
Comic Book Club – Sharon Cuffe
Science Olympiad – Helene
Fossil Club –Juliana Thomas
Coding Club (January-March) – Becky Brown
MathCounts club – Remi Wingo
Minecraft (Sept-May)– Jenn Quirk
Improv (Nov-Jan) – Jeri Donovan Livengood
Soccer (Jan-Mar)–Shannon – Shannon Hardy
Yearbook -Devon Rose – Devon Rose
Ultimate Frisbee -Bill – Bill Wallenbeck
Dungeons & Dragons – Leah Perry
Student Ambassadors – Paula Mancini and Sarah Esser
Battle of the Books – Devon and Loren
German Exchange – Maggie Gargan and Mary McWay
Japanese Exchange –Tom Simmons, Michelle Parkerson
STUDENT DIRECTORY – You made new friends and want to reach out? Go to the PTO BLOG, and in the contacts section, there is a link to the directory. The password is 1997*
May 22, 2017
Dear Parents,
Please make sure your student arrives at school on time Tuesday and Wednesday! We will begin EOG testing at 8:15. Please remind your children that they will not be allowed to have internet-enabled activity bands (Fitbits etc), smart watches, or phones in the classrooms during EOG testing. Also, please make sure your child has a calculator by Tuesday morning.
END OF GRADE TESTS: EOGs are this Tuesday and Wednesday! Please make sure your student is rested, eats a hearty, protein-filled breakfast, and arrives at school on time! We will begin testing at 8:15. Students are not allowed to wear smartwatches (apple watches or other) or fitbits during testing. This is a North Carolina Department of Public Instruction rule and we must abide. Please remind your student to keep their smart wristwear at home on EOG days. Also, please make sure your child has a calculator by Tuesday morning.
EXPRESSIONS DAY TRYOUTS: Tryouts will be on May 22nd and May 25th during lunch! We hope some of you will consider trying out! Expressions Day will be held on June 8th at 1:00pm.
SENSORY-FRIENDLY NIGHT AT NCMNS: The NC Museum of Natural Sciences is hosting a Sensory-Friendly Night on May 25th, from 5:30-8 PM. A fun evening is planned so that families and visitors with special needs can enjoy the Museum after hours, while it is quieter – giving them more one on one time with educators or the chance to explore the exhibits without crowds! You can also find more information on our website.
Homework – Weekly Requirements:
| Monday
5/22 |
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| Tuesday
5/23 |
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| Wednesday
5/24 |
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| Thursday
5/25 |
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| Friday
5/26 |
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NEXT WEEK:
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Important Dates:
5/23/17-Reading EOG
5/23/17-Global Arts Field Day 1-3pm (bring water bottle and sneakers)
5/24/17-Math EOG
5/25/17-EOG Makeup
5/29/17-No School-Memorial Day Holiday
5/31/17- Fossil club presentations after school
6/8/17-Expressions Day 1-3pm Christ the King Church
6/9/17-Last day of school! Early Release (12:15 dismissal, no lunch served!)
How to Contact Current Sixth Grade Teachers:
Loren Kent (ELA/Social Studies) lkent@exploris.org
Devon Rose (ELA/Social Studies) drose@exploris.org
Shawna Scipione (Math/Science) sscipione@exploris.org
Juliana Thomas (Math/Science) jthomas@exploris.org
Jamie Butler : Art jbutler@exploris.org
Eugene Wheeler: Global Languages ewheeler@exploris.org
Bill Wallenbeck : Health & Wellness bwallenbeck@exploris.org
CLUB/EXTENDED CARE INFORMATION:
Middle School Clubs and Extended Care:
Allies – Mary McWay
Before and Afterschool Program – Candice Robinson
Cross Country (Aug-Oct) –Tom Simmons, Sharon Cuffe
Crossfit – Chenelle Miller info@raleigh-crossfit.com
Contemporary Art Museum docents – Shawna Scipione
Comic Book Club – Sharon Cuffe
Science Olympiad – Helene
Fossil Club –Juliana Thomas
Coding Club (January-March) – Becky Brown
MathCounts club – Remi Wingo
Minecraft (Sept-May)– Jenn Quirk
Improv (Nov-Jan) – Jeri Donovan Livengood
Soccer (Jan-Mar)–Shannon – Shannon Hardy
Yearbook -Devon Rose – Devon Rose
Ultimate Frisbee -Bill – Bill Wallenbeck
Dungeons & Dragons – Leah Perry
Student Ambassadors – Paula Mancini and Sarah Esser
Battle of the Books – Devon and Loren
German Exchange – Maggie Gargan and Mary McWay
Japanese Exchange –Tom Simmons, Michelle Parkerson
STUDENT DIRECTORY – You made new friends and want to reach out? Go to the PTO BLOG, and in the contacts section, there is a link to the directory. The password is 1997*
