A GREAT Video on the Importance of Mindsets!!!

Mrs. Barker showed this to us today at our faculty meeting!!  It's DEFINITELY worth a look and illustrates the importance of mindsets at BOTH home and school!!

Initial Science Fair Information

Mrs. Crisafulli recently e-mailed out the following information regarding Science Fair...

"Good Afternoon!!

Hope your school year is going well so far and that your child is enjoying 5^th grade.

  I will be sending home an initial science fair info packet this week. Enclosed will be the following:

• Project timeline with due dates.
• Parent letter pertaining to if your child is doing an individual or group project.
• 5th Grade Science Fair Expectations & Keys to Success.
• Science Fair Proposal Form DUE 10/15.
• Science Fair Research Paper Rubric for the Research Paper DUE 10/30.
• A sample of a research paper.
• The info for writing a 5^th grade abstract from the district along with a sample abstract.
• The judging forms for grades 4 & 5 used by judges so you have an idea what is covered.
• The Form 1 Research Plan DUE 10/10.

In October, I will send another helpful packet which will include:

• Science Fair Board Layout instructions
• Graphing Instructions/Information
• Speech/Presentation Instructions
• Information for writing conclusions

Also, please look for science fair board order forms which will be going home soon.

If you have any questions. Please contact me via email (samantha.crisafulli@indianriverschools.org)"

Newsletter for September

It was GREAT to see everyone during "Meet the Teacher Night!"  We can't have as nearly as successful year without YOU!!

September 4