| Those Groovy Greeks
Techniques for Achieving Goals Did you know that your child can sing and dance the ABG’s ?? SIGNET students learned the Greek alphabet at the beginning of our Groovy Greeks Simulation. As members of problem solving teams, each student is actively solving Math challenges to uncover the code of the Ancient Greek All-Star Thinking Team. The singing and dancing has just been an added learning experience for all of us. As part of our simulation, each child has the opportunity to develop leadership skills while serving as team Archon, Orator, Scribe, or Stoic. Weekly topics have stretched our students in each of the curriculum areas. We will continue to study these famous thinking stars of Ancient Greece, their life styles, government, geography, theories in math, science, fables, art, and music. Personal connections have been made as the influence of this early civilization has had on our lives in modern Virginia is explored. The Presidential Election alone was enlightening. So sing along with your child as we continue this unit that takes our problem solving skills to new heights. (Altius) This is the month for information meetings regarding Middle School Specialty Programs. Parents of all current PWC Fifth Graders should have received a pamphlet through the mail regarding the dates of these meetings and the programs offered. Check with your school’s counselor if you have further questions. We urge all 5th grade parents to attend one of these meetings, even if you are not considering having your child attend one of these programs at this time. You may change your mind, and once the application deadlines have passed, it is too late to change your mind. |
| Reminders:
• Tuesday, December 14th – Family Night The Center will be open from 6:30 – 8:00 PM for you to drop by for an informal visit. If you can only come for a few minutes, that’s fine. Classroom teachers and administrators are always welcome too. • Web Site – Our web site is always available for information. If you need directions to the Center, they are available in the folder for the Oct.-Nov Newsletter. Newsletters are posted promptly along with other notices impacting Center life. You may reach it through the PWCS Home Page. Click on Gifted Education and then on the Lake Ridge Elem. Center. You may also reach it through: http://oocities.com/vanhoutanL/Index.html • Remember to have your children dress appropriately for the weather. Please remind them to bring their coats to the Center. We do try to get outside for 15 minutes each day. • Weather Related Closings – Due to the shortened day and transportation concerns, if there is a delayed opening for PWC Schools, SIGNET Centers are closed for that day. On the reverse side, we have added a quiz regarding the development of creative environments. Answers will be available at Family Night. Above all, please know what really terrific children you have and that we are available as a resource for you. If you have questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us or visit our Parents Resource page on our web site. |
| TO BHMA |
| December - January (Sent home the week of December 6-10) |
| DIRECTIONS TO LAKE RIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL From Prince William Parkway: Take the Prince William Parkway to Old Bridge Road. Turn right and stay on Old Bridge Road until you reach the stop light at Hedges Run Drive. Turn left on Hedges Run Drive and continue .8 mile to Lake Ridge Elementary School on your left. From Minnieville Road: Take Minnieville Road to Old Bridge Road. Follow Old Bridge Road until you reach the stoplight at Hedges Run Drive. Turn right on Hedges Run Drive and continue 0.8 mile to Lake Ridge Elementary School on your left. |