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Computers OH WHAT FUN!

We have been practicing logging in and out of our computers.  You can help your student by having them practice typing their username.Username: firstname.lastnameFor example:   john.doeWE have learned that a  URL is an address to a page,  and that each … Continue reading

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Friday Reminders

This is just a reminder that this Friday (26th) is a short day and a free dress down day. The elementary will begin at 8:30am and end at 1:00pm. Below are the guidelines for dress down Fridays: On free dress days, … Continue reading

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Dress Code

We frequently receive questions concerning the school dress code.  For your convenience, click here to access the complete Quest Academy dress code page: Dress CodeHere are a few guidelines to keep in mind, but more detailed information will be found at the above link:1- Shirts must … Continue reading

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Back to School Bash

FUN! FREE! FAMILY NIGHT!!! Don’t miss out on all  the fun. Make it a date with your whole family this Friday.

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Homework Schedule and Lunch

Here is a quick glimpse at our upcoming homework start dates:August 22-26: No Homework August 29-September 2:  DAILY Reading Log (20-30 minutes reading per day) & Math Homework begins.September 5-9: High Frequency Spelling Words begins  (Reading Log & Math continues)September 12-16:  Our … Continue reading

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Headphones

We will begin using computers this week.  If your child has not brought headphones to school yet we encourage you to send them as soon as possible. We use our headphones EVERY SINGLE DAY, often all at the same time, and … Continue reading

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Important Reminders and Upcoming Events

IT’S PICTURE DAY SO SAY ……Picture Day is Monday, August 22ndWear school UNIFORMS (in the Spring there will be a dress down picture day)Look for the picture day flyer that came home yesterday in your student’s green homework folder.You can … Continue reading

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I’m in First Grade Now

Day 2 was another very busy day. We reviewed procedures, read the book “Juice Box Bully” then signed a contract about not being a bully, in addition too practicing  letters /Aa/ and /Bb/.   I talked with the kids about … Continue reading

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Important Reminders

I was SO excited to see so many of you at back to school night. There are a couple of things that I forgot to mention that I wanted to make sure you are aware. 1. PLEASE decide on a meeting spot … Continue reading

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First Day Pick Up

We are so excited for our FIRST DAY of school today and hope you are too!!Remember: The first three days of school are EARLY OUT days and end at 1:00.To help ease the first day pick up jitters for parents … Continue reading

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