The First “Week” of Fifth Grade!

Well, we officially finished out first “week” of fifth grade.  Three down and 177 to go! 😉  We spent a lot of time getting to know each other this week and listened to Mrs. Shelton talk, and talk about procedures.  I did move some students already, in an attempt to cut down on the chatting, but since then, things have been FABULOUS!  I told the students to enjoy the light load (reading was the only homework) because next week we begin to jump into curriculum.  
Please make yourselves aware of the uniform policy for Quest.  I’ve discussed with the students the importance of complying with this.  I am expected by administration to enforce the uniform policy.  The biggest issues I’ve seen so far have been regarding socks and hair colors.  Please be aware that all violations will be referred to the office to either call home or change.  Also, please make sure that the school supply items your child brings to school are shareable.  It is easier to divided them up and make sure everyone has what they need to be successful in class.  If they have items at school which they prefer not to share, they are free to bring them home.  Anything that is a distraction to the students’ learning will be sent home.  

Dress & Grooming

• Uniforms at Quest Academy are mandatory. Dress and grooming standards are part of the Uniform Regulations.
• Uniforms must be worn during school hours, except under specially designated circumstances. Uniforms must also be worn for all before and after school programs, except where activities require alternate attire (i.e. sports, dance, etc.).
• Students must present a modest, clean, and neat appearance at all times. All clothing must be clean, appropriately sized, and worn correctly. Pants/shorts/skirts must be worn at the waist, shirts must be buttoned and tucked in, shoes must be tied or fastened, clothing must be worn right-side-out, appropriate underwear must be worn, but not visible, etc. Clothing shall not be excessively worn or have holes.
• Uniforms will be worn Monday through Friday and for programs.
• Socks for boys and girls should be in coordinating colors; socks may be ankle or knee length in white, red, or navy. Girls may also wear appropriate smooth and/or cable knit footed or footless tights in solid white, red or navy. Socks or tights must be worn at all times. Socks must be worn with footless tights. No nylon stockings may be worn.
• Students may wear jewelry or hair accessories that are appropriate for wear at school and are not a distraction or danger. Students may not wear ear gauges or jewelry with protruding spikes.
• Hair must be kept neat and have a combed appearance and appropriate for school. No extreme hair color or styles, only “natural” hair colors are permitted (for example, fuchsia or “hot pink” hair is not “natural”).
• Any makeup worn should be appropriate for school.
• No hats of any kind, including baseball caps, or sunglasses, may be worn in the building except for medical or religious purposes.
• Outer wear that is worn for warmth to and from school and at outside recess is not considered a uniform item.
• Plain white, red, or navy undershirts may be worn under school shirt.
• Dress items not specifically covered above but considered inappropriate or contrary to the Purpose statement in the School Uniform Policy are subject to review and interpretation by the Board.

On a lighter note, we did our first teamwork activity today!  It was a lot of fun and gave me an idea of how the students problem solve in groups.  This is probably one of the hardest things to learn in fifth grade but they did amazingly well.  Almost all of the students have the locks mastered and I am extremely proud of them!  Feel free to ask your kids about the teamwork activity and have a fantastic weekend! 🙂