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Vol. 7 No. 3

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November 2011

November
2 2 2-3 ATTA Training, 9 a.m. Just Jumpin Assembly Parent Conferences, Scholastic Book Fair 3 Early Out 4 No SchoolComp Day 7-11 ATTA: Expressionism History 10 Dads & Donuts, 8 a.m. 14-18 ATTA art projects 16 Hearing Screenings 17 Reflections Awards Night, 6:30 p.m. 22 Early Out 23-25 No School Thanksgiving Recess

Just Jumpin Jump Rope Team to Perform Nov. 2

Just Jumpin, a competitive and demonstrative jump rope team, will perform at Draper Elementary on Wednesday, Nov. 2. The team is sponsored by LiVe, an Intermountain Healthcare fitness and health program. The team will perform fun jump rope routines and teach the kids new jump rope skills. They will also be selling jump ropes to students that day. Every jump rope purchased gives our school $1 back toward the cost of the assembly. Parents may also want to consider purchasing a jump rope for the childs classroom. Jump ropes range in price from $7 to $9.

December
8 Dads & Donuts, 8 a.m. 19-30 No SchoolWinter Recess

Art Through the Ages to Focus on Expressionism

Novembers Art Through the Ages (ATTA) lesson will focus on Expressionism from 1905-1930. Volunteer training is Nov. 2 at 9 a.m. The history lesson of the art period will be taught Nov. 7-11. We will study WWI, the conflict, have an actual war and then try to figure out world peace. The art project asks the questions: If music can make you feel something, then why not art too? Can art make you have feelings? The art project (3D art: Chagall and Matisse) will be taught Nov. 14-18. We are always looking for more volunteers to help. If you are interested please contact your room parent or classroom teacher. A special thanks to the many volunteers required to make this program such a great success each month.

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Nov. 17: Reflections Awards Night

Draper Elementary
1080 E. 12550 S. Draper, UT 84020 Ph: 801-826-8275 draper.canyonsdistrict.org draperelementary.blogspot.com Draper Elementary had more than 160 entries submitted for this years Reflections contest. A special thanks to all who took the time to submit an entry. Students will be honored at the Reflections Awards Night on Nov. 17 at 6:30 p.m. Entries, except those on CD or DVD, will be on display that night. Please plan to join us to see the creative talents of our students.

Principals Message
November brings a time in the year when everyone is reminded to give thanks for all we have. As I drove to work this morning I couldnt help but appreciate the beautiful valley we live in as I saw the sun beginning to edge into the sky from the east. My thoughts drifted to the wonderful opportunity I have to work daily with dedicated professionals who deeply care about their students. The students at Draper continue to amaze me on a daily basis. These young children have hearts of gold and true compassion for others. They share their gifts of intelligence while solving simple to complex problems. I am thankful that you, as parents, share your special gift of children with us. I have been in several classrooms recently and the students are actively involved and appear to be moving along with their academics. I enjoy hearing the class discussions and how involved the students become with what they are learning. Thank you teachers and students! Conferences will take place the first week of November. Please come celebrate the progress your children are making in school. Come prepared with questions. It is always helpful when parents share unique traits with the teachers allowing a positive relationship and continued academic and social progress. The relationship between school and home is vital to a childs success in school. Thank you to our superior PTA Board and all parent volunteers. What a pleasure to have so many parents who promote a strong parental involvement at our school. Our first annual Parent Education Night was wonderful and those who came learned a lot. -Ms. Kenna Sorensen, Principal

American Indian Heritage Month

Draper Elementary is excited to celebrate a different aspect of diversity each month. November is American Indian Heritage Month. Visit our Draper PTA blog (draperelementary.blogspot.com) to find more information on American Indian Heritage Month, including book suggestions, a recipe, and cultural events going on in our community. Please take a moment to stop by our school library to see what differences and similarities our students are learning about through American Indian Heritage.

Join PTAs Just Between Friends Online System

This year, Draper Elementary PTA is using Just Between Friends a free private and secure online system to communicate with parents in our school, create directories and earn funds from JBF. To make sure you receive messages regarding whats going on in our school; please take a few minutes to join the Draper Elementary PTA communications group in JBF. In addition to receiving important school notices, youll have tools to help you organize your familys activities like a personal start page; a customizable calendar; the ability to create circles and private message to people in your circles; and access to your account via your web-enabled smart phone. Its easy to join the Draper Elem PTA communications group in JBF. Just follow these simple instructions. And, dont be concerned about your privacy because JBF has a strict privacy policy. You recently received an email with instructions on how to join JBF.

PTA Presidents Message

It has been said, Gratitude is the sign of noble souls. In this month of thanksgiving, I would just like to express my gratitude for the many volunteers at DraperElementary and for all the good works that you do. These acts of service do not go unnoticed. It warms my heart to walk through the halls of Draper and see all the good that goes on in our school. Thank you to the staff and teachers at Draper Elementary for making our school such a wonderful place for our children to learn and grow. Thank you to all the terrific parents whose children attend Draper Elementary for nurturing and loving your children. Nothing can replace the role of a parent in a childs life. Finally, thank you to the students for doing your best to learn the curriculum taught, and for being responsible and kind. May we all take the time to show our gratitude for the people that make our lives so meaningful this month, especially our children. Its the noble thing to do. -Jolynn Skousen, 2011-12 Draper Elementary PTA President