Wednesday, May 20, 2015

Target's "Thanks a Billion" Campaign

Target started their "Thanks a Billion" Teacher Appreciation Campaign last week. Through this campaign, Target will donate up to $25,000 per participating school until their goal of $5 million is reached. Parents, friends, and loved ones, can help earn money for PCES by following a few simple steps. Per Target's terms and conditions for this campaign, you must have a Facebook page to participate.  

For each "Thank You" written and submitted through the "Thanks a Billion" site, Target will donate $25 to our school. You can write as many thank you notes as you want, but the first note is the only one that will provide a donation. 

Please follow these steps to write a thank you note and get a $25 donation for PCES:
1. visit http://thanksabillion.target.com this link may not work on our school computers since it has a fb access
2. select the "log in with Facebook" button
3. it will then ask for the site to have access to your FB page...you will need to select ok to continue
4. search for our school by zip code - 36867
5. select Phenix City Elementary School
6. write a short thank you note - you can write it to a specific teacher or just a general note to the staff
7. use the hashtag #thanksabillion in your note (you can add it to the end)
8. submit 

This campaign ends June 15. Please encourage your family and friends with a facebook page to submit a thank you note for our school. 

If you would like more information about this campaign, please visit

Monday, May 18, 2015

Area and Perimeter

As a review, students found the area and perimeter of shapes in the hall using the square tiles!



Friday, May 15, 2015

PCElympics

PCElymips week was a blast! Thanks to our coaches for such an awesome week! 




Friday, May 8, 2015

Atlanta Field Trip

The third grade field trip to Atlanta was amazing!  We started the day by visited the King Center.  We saw Dr. King’s home, as well as Ebenezer Baptist Church.  Then we enjoyed a picnic lunch in the park. Then we visited the Georgia Aquarium and saw lots of marine life! IT was a great day!!







 

Tuesday, April 7, 2015

April

This Month!

Wednesday, April 8- ASPIRE Parent Meetings (8:30am, 12:30pm or 6pm)
Friday, April 10- 3rd Nine Weeks All A’s Field Trip
Friday, April 10- Atlanta Field Trip Money DUE (The trip is Friday, May 8 and the cost is $50.)
Monday, April 13- AMP UP: Superhero Day
Tuesday, April 14- AMP UP: Nerd Day
Wednesday, April 15- AMP UP: Team Day
Wednesday, April 15- 3rrd Nine Weeks A/B’s Field Trip
Thursday, April 16- AMP UP: Sun and Surf Day
Thursday, April 16- PTO Meeting
Friday, April 17- Last Day to Order PCElympics T-shirts
Friday, April 17- AMP UP: Pajama Day 
Monday, April 20- 4th Nine Weeks Progress Reports
Tuesday, April 21- ASPIRE- Reading
Wednesday, April 22- ASPIRE- Math




Monday, March 9, 2015

Trash into Art

Students were given the assignment to create a piece of art out of recycled materials.  They came up with some pretty creative stuff.  They did an awesome job!
 








Last week we celebrated Dr. Seuss birthday.  Here are a few of the things we did.



Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!!





Check out our school system's magazine The Phenix Forward

Rock Star Student of the Month for February

   Hunter

Congratulations to Hunter!

Here are just a few things about our Star Student of the Month:
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Subject: Math  
Favorite Book: Magic Treehouse Series  
Favorite Color: red
Favorite TV Show: The Power Rangers  
Favorite Thing to Do: Play Football   
Favorite Restaurant: Stevie B’s  
Favorite Team: Alabama  
What he wants to be when he grows up: Firefighter
Favorite 3rd Grade Moment So Far: Making the Art out of Toilet Paper Rolls


Be on the lookout for our next star student next month! 

Friday, February 27, 2015

Read Across America Week Daily Activities

Read Across America
 Literacy Spirit Week
March 2nd- March 6th

Please join us in Celebrating the Birthday of Dr.Seuss
by participating in the following school-wide spirit days!


Monday, March 2 : Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss  Wear your Dr. Seuss T-shirt or a red shirt to school and enjoy guest Readers

Tuesday, March 3: Hats off to Dr. Seuss  Wear your favorite hat, crazy hat, or a Cat in the Hat
Wednesday, March 4: Crazy Fox in Socks Show off Your Crazy or Mismatched Socks

Thursday, March 5: Cozy Up with a Good Book Wear pajamas or bring a blanket for special reading time in the classroom    

Friday, March 6: Character Day Dress as your favorite book Character: It does not have to be a Dr. Seuss character


**REMINDER: PCES Family Literacy Night**
Thursday, March 5th from 6:00-7:30

Join us to make Oobleck and crafts, learn about Reading Apps, take AR tests with your child, and participate in a BOOK SWAP!

             EVERY CHILD will receive a FREE book!                                 
       Dinner Provided




Tuesday, February 24, 2015

Field Trip




 Third Grade is planning our yearly trip to Atlanta on Friday, May 8, 2015.  This year we plan to the King Center and the Georgia Aquarium.

The estimated cost (including transportation and admission) is $50 per student.  This cost is $55 per parent.

We realize this sounds expensive.  That is why we will provide the opportunity to pay as you can.  ALL money MUST be turned in no later than April 10, 2015.

This is an invaluable opportunity to help enhance and expand your child’s knowledge in areas of Science and Social Studies.


Monday, February 2, 2015

February

Wow! Can you believe it’s already February!

Here is a look at the things coming up this month.

Monday, February 2- “The Goodies Factory” Fundraiser Begins
Tuesday, February 3- 2nd Nine Weeks All A’s field Trip
Thursday, February 5- 3rd Nine Weeks Progress Reports
Friday, February 13- “The Goodies Factory” Fundraiser Ends *ALL Money is DUE With the order forms!*
Friday, February 13- Students may bring a small treat to share with the class. We have 18 students.
Monday, February 16- Student Holiday!
Wednesday, February 18- K-2nd Grade Black History Month Program
CHS Auditorium @6p.m.
Friday, February 20- Spring Pictures


**Please remember to check your student’s planner, our class newsletter, or this blog for any changes or updates.**

Have a GREAT month!


"The Goodies Factory" Fundraiser

This winter PCES has the opportunity to sell items for “The Goodies Factory” catalog to help raise funds for our school.  Please help your child reach his/her goal by selling to family, friends, and co-workers.

“The Goodies Factory” fundraiser begins today and will end on Friday, February 13.  The products should be delivered to PCES on March 5, 2014.  ALL money is DUE with the order forms! Please make check payable to PCES. When writing a check, please be sure to include your driver’s license number.

Thank you for helping make this fundraiser a success!!


Friday, January 30, 2015

Star Student

Rock Star Student of the Month for January     
Daniel
Congratulations to Daniel!

Here are just a few things about our Star Student of the Month:
Favorite Food: Pizza
Favorite Subject: Math  
Favorite Book: Big Nate
Favorite Color: red
Favorite TV Show: Teen Titans Go  
Favorite Thing to Do: Play Soccer  
Favorite Restaurant: I don’t have one
Favorite Team: Alabama  
What he wants to be when he grows up: Basketball Player
Favorite 3rd Grade Moment So Far: Everyone Being Nice to me!


Be on the lookout for our next star student next month! 

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Rotary Reader

We enjoyed listening to Ms. Brooks from the Rotary Club.  She came and read to us “The Wednesday Surprise.” Afterwards, students were able to take the AR test on this book.






Thanks Ms. Brooks and the Rotary Club! 

Solar System Projects

Students did an AMAZING job on their Solar System Projects!