Updates Galore!

State Testing

Yesterday we began state language arts testing. I am confident our students are ready and will do a great job. On the home front, it would be wonderful if you could work to ensure your student is getting a good night's sleep, a healthy breakfast and lunch (we test after lunch), and is at school during the afternoon through the next few weeks.

Outdoor School

On Tuesday morning, the students and I read through some important Outdoor School update information, which was also sent home. There was an attached permission slip. Please be sure to have this completed and returned to the school as soon as possible. We will probably have a few more pieces of paperwork between now and Monday, April 23rd. Be sure to check with your student for any updates.

Students have also been asking questions about the supply list. I have included a copy here, as well as a link to the Outdoor School website. Do not hesitate to send me any questions, but also know the website is an excellent source of information.

Writing Homework

Please be aware I will be continuing writing homework this spring. Because of the unusual schedules of the last few weeks, I have not been sending home assignments on Fridays. However, I will be sending home another persuasive piece this week, due next Thursday morning. We also have a writing task due this morning. Please let me know if you have any concerns surrounding homework.

The Boat

Finally, the Red, White, and Blue Crew has been relaunched. Our project coordinator, Nate, was able to fly up to Sitka over spring break, helped attach our new sale and get a new coat of paint on the boat, and headed out to sea for the relaunch. Check out the cool video below.

Relaunch of the S/V Red, White, & Blue Crew in Sitka, Alaska from Columbia River Maritime Museum on Vimeo.

In addition, the Oregonian picked the story of our little vessel. Here's the link to that piece: