May Newsletter

Volume 2, Issue 10

Fostoria City Schools

Fostoria Intermediate
1202 H.L. Ford Drive
Phone: 419-436-4125
Fax: 419-436-4169

From the Desk of Mrs. Matz

It is hard to believe that May is upon us, which means the end of the school
year is just around the corner. This last month of school will surely fly by,
as it is a very busy month here at FIES!
As we all know, as the weather warms up and summer vacation draws
nearer, it is easy for students to lose focus on their academic and behavior
choices. Please encourage your student(s) to maintain a good work ethic
and continue to make positive behavior choices during this time. We have
several fun events planned during the month of May and it is our hope that
all students have the opportunity to participate in these events. However,
please keep in mind that these fun activities are privileges and may be
taken away as consequences for a students misbehavior:
Field Trips: Third Grade students will be visiting W.W. Knight Nature Preserve on May 1st or 8th; Multiage students will visit the Toledo Museum of
Art on May 13th; Fourth Grade will be traveling to Weber Ranch on May
22nd; Fifth Grade students will be visiting the Toledo Zoo on May 1st. Sixth
Grade students will finish the year off with their Camp Willson Overnight
Camping Trip on May 21st and 22nd. Please watch for more specific information coming from each grade level!
Field Day: On May 27th, we will be holding our Annual FIES Field Day. The
day will be filled with lots of fun and exercise!
Book Fair: FIES will once again be encouraging Summer reading by holding a BOGO book fair May 11th-15th. All items are Buy One Get One Free.

Inside this issue

Principals Message .....................1
Asst. Principals Message ............2
Book Fair .....................................2
Literacy Specialist ........................3
Redmen Pride Days .....................4
Leaders of the Month..................4/5
Muffins for Moms .......................5
Guidance News ...........................6
Band Concert...............................6
P.E. News ....................................6

Dates to Remember
May 1 - Redmen Pride Day
May 1 - 5th Grade Field Trip
Toledo Zoo
May 1 - 3rd Gr. Field Trip
Golamb, Ross, Schermer &
Schreiner - WW Knight
Nature Preserve
May 8 - Muffins for Moms
May 8 - 3rd Gr. Field Trip
Binkley, Noel, Reino - WW
Knight Nature Preserve
May 11-15 - Book Fair
May 13 - Multiage Field Trip
Toledo Museum of Art
May 15 - Redmen Pride Day
May 15 - 5th-6th Band Concert
7:00 pm @ FIES
May 21-22 - 6th Grade Trip to
Camp Willson
May 22 - 4th Grade Field Trip
Weber Ranch
May 27 - Field Day
May 29 - Last day of classes

FROM THE DESK OF MR. RENZ

BOOK FAIR
WHEN: May 11-14
HOURS: 8:30-10:40
1:00-3:00
The Book Fair will close
at 2:00 on Friday.
There will be no evening hours. This fair is
a buy one, get one free
event, good for all
items.

Importance of Summer Learning

Research shows that summer learning is essential to childrens school success.
While children who miss out on summer learning activities risk summer
learning loss and unhealthy weight gain, children who have high quality summer learning opportunities improve their academic and physical health in
ways that are vital to their success in school.
Here are five easy, effective and affordable ways to prevent summer learning
loss and engage your children in summer learning activities that will help
keep them mentally and physically fit, and ready to start the new school year
with success.
1. Read to your children, or encourage your children to read books recommended by their teachers, your local library and online reading lists.
Sign up for a library Summer Reading Program, which offers incentives for summertime reading.
2. Visit free local learning resources around the community or in the
area. Such as libraries, parks, museums, universities and recreation
centers.
3. Play fun math and word games that turn everyday household activities
into learning opportunities. For example, have your kids add up prices
at the grocery store and challenge them to tally up the final bill. When
going on drives, ask them to look for certain shapes, colors, letters or
words on billboards and signs.
4. Ask your childrens teachers to recommend engaging, grade appropriate educational activities that you can easily access online and
download for free.
5. Get moving and get healthy. Turn off the TV, computer, and video
games (or at least put limits on screen time) and keep your kids moving with physical activities that also encourage learning. For example,
organize a scavenger hunt that leads them around a local playground
or park.
Have a great summer!
Mr. Renz
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FROM THE LITERACY SPECIALIST

Its hard to believe that this is the final newsletter of the 2014-15 school year. While we are all excited
that summer is around the corner, we also know children are at risk of not retaining what theyve learned during the school year if they dont keep their minds active. Here are some fun topics for your child to write about
to avoid summer brain drain. There are no rules. Just have fun and be creative!

SUMMER WRITING IDEAS FOR KIDS

1. Whats the most important thing you would like to do this summer?
2. Summertime is great for the outdoors. Go for a walk. Write a paragraph about the walk you went on.
3. What is your favorite thing to do when you play outdoors in the summer?
4. What is your favorite thing to do when you play inside? Why do you play inside in the summertime?
5. If you could go on a summer vacation anywhere in the world, where would you go?
6. Make a list of groceries that you think mom or dad should buy for you from the store.
7. Tell about an animal you would like to have for a pet.
8. What would you do if there were a dragon stuck under your bed?
9. What is the funniest thing that you have ever seen?
10. What is something you would like to learn more about?
11. Tell about your most favorite book, or movie.
12. Tell about your favorite holiday. Explain why it is your favorite.
13. Tell about your favorite restaurant. Why is it your favorite?
14. Write a poem about what you think next school year will be like.
15. What is something you love about yourself and why?
16. If you could change anything about yourself, what would it be and why?
17. Make a list of the things you are most thankful for in your life.
18. Which season do you like the most, or least, and why?
19. You just won $1,000,000. What are you going to do first?
20. Tell about a time when you were kind to someone.
21. What is something that makes you ANGRY!!!!! and why?
22. Tell about your favorite sport.
23. Tell about the last time you cried.
24. What are you scared of and why?
25. You found a magic wand! What would you do with it?
26. Tell about your favorite food and why it is so good.
27. Have a family member write something about you in your journal today.
28. What would happen to you if you never went to school?
29. This is a list of things I like to do when I cant watch television or play video games.
30. What would you like to say to President Obama?
These summer themed journal ideas are compliments of aJournalBuddies.com

Happy Reading (and Writing)

Mrs. Dawn Skornicka, Literacy Coach

LEADERS OF THE MONTH

Jenna Crow sets a good example for others. She participates in class, does her homework regularly, and follows the classroom and school rules. Great job Jenna! Miss
Binkley
Abigail Niemi represents a leader in the classroom by showing respect towards others,
working hard in class, and having a positive attitude. Miss Golamb
Maddie Clouse demonstrates her leadership skills in our classroom by putting forth
effort in each task she attempts, showing respect to others, helping classmates, being
responsible, and participating in her learning. Mrs. Noel
Addison Switzer is a very responsible and helpful student. She is a good listener and
participates in class. She demonstrates her leadership skills by helping other students
in making sure that assignments are complete, too. Mrs. Reino
Marisol Bernal was nominated by her classmates and chosen by a class vote to be our
leader of the month because she is a great role model. Her classmates look up to her
because she always turns in her homework, she is well behaved and participates each
day, and she is nice to everyone in our class. Way to go Marisol! Mrs. Ross
Steven Roberts works very hard and has improved a lot in reading this year as a result.
He is helpful in class and is a good example for others. Mrs. Schermer
Dawson Long is a very hard worker. He helps by picking up things on the floor and
tables. His work is always done on time. Mrs. Schreiner
Alexia Coleman works quietly and diligently on all of her assignments. She is respectful
of others and has a positive attitude about learning. Mrs. Armstrong
Alyssa Durst is very kind, hardworking, respectful, and bright. She is a true example of
a leader in our classroom. Miss Bartz
Grace Grine is always willing to help her classmates. - Mrs. Linhart

Baylee Rhodes always tries her best at school and with her homework. She is kind and
polite to everyone! - Mrs. Riedlinger

LEADERS OF THE MONTHCONT.

Cameron McElroy is a hard-working student who pushes himself to do his best. He comes
to school with a great attitude, willingly takes on challenging work, and is helpful to his
classmates. - Mrs. Sharkey
Prophet Titus does a great job of getting his work turned in on time, and he is always willing to help others who need it. Mrs. Terres
Carlos Carbajal is a hard working dependable student. He is motivated to do well and
searches out opportunities to learn more. Carlos can always be counted on for his positive
attitude and excellent behavior. Mrs. Click
Jasmine Groves is an outstanding student both socially and academically. She displays many
qualities of a leader. She is empathetic, consistent, and honest. Mrs. Hossler
Nevaeh Peck is a true role model for her classmates. As soon as she arrives at school she gets
right to work. At the end of the day, she completes her work and then reads while waiting
for her bus to be called. She comes to school every day eager and prepared to learn. Mrs.
Hushour
Haillie Downard always works hard everyday and gets her homework completed. She has a
smile on her face and is always willing to help. Miss Jennison
Kelsey Hohman is kind to everyone. She always tries her best and is respectful to others. Mrs. Lewis

MUFFINS FOR
MOMS
WHEN: Friday, May 8
TIME: 745-8:30 a.m.
Reservations for this
event were required
by April 30. Students and Mothers,
Grandmothers, or
special female role
models are invited
for muffins, juice &
coffee.

Jordan Salyers has a positive attitude and, most days, puts forth his best effort. He tries his
best to be a responsible student and have all assignments in on time. If he doesn't, he will
come in at lunch to make sure they are done without being asked. Mrs. Costello
Kaiden Dukes has demonstrated outstanding leadership, responsibility, and behavior! Mr.
Kramer
Kyler Drain is the kind of student EVERY teacher wants to have. He is respectful, responsible, kindhearted, and always gives his best effort. He makes me proud to be his teacher.
Mrs. Miller
Ali Sierra is a hard worker, always tries her best on her assignments, and she volunteers to
help out with projects. Mrs. Riley
Carmen Castro is a fun loving student who always has a smile. She tries her best and does
everything she is asked to do. Mr. Smith
Ariana Sanchez is an excellent leader in our school. She makes good choices and volunteers
her time to help other students as a Project More tutor and student council representative.
Mrs. Stone
Dalton Sheets participates well in class, he is always helpful, and he is friendly to everyone.
Mrs. Ward

FROM THE GUIDANCE COUNSELOR

5TH/6TH
GRADE BAND
CONCERT
WHEN: Friday, May 15
TIME:

7:00 p.m.

WHERE: FIES GYM

The 5th & 6th grade
bands invite you to an
end of the year concert
to be held in the FIES
gymnasium. Participants should arrive at
6:45 p.m. and report to
the Band Room. They
MUST be dressed in
campus wear. All are
welcome to come and
hear the progress these
students have made
this year!

I am continuing to talk with students about Attitude and SelfControl. We have talked specifically about the three things that make up
attitude: how we think, how we feel, and how we act. We talked about
how we have complete control of each of these things for ourselves. We
have talked about taking responsibility for our own choices and actions,
being self-disciplined, and using good judgment when problem solving.
Family Support Groups will be wrapping up in the next few
weeks. These groups have focused mostly on self-evaluation and selfconfidence. If we can reflect on our choices and build our self-confidence,
then we can start to feel better about the situations in our lives that we cannot change or control.
As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not
hesitate to contact me by phone at 419-436-4125 ext. 3203 or by email at
bsanford@
fostoriaschools.org.
Have a Wonderful Summer!
Bethany Zambori-Sanford, Guidance Counselor

Every child is a different kind of flower, and all

together make this world a beautiful garden

P.E. NEWS
It is very difficult to believe, but the school year is nearly over. Just because you are on summer break, it does not mean that one should neglect their
physical well-being. In other words, please dont let physical education end on
May 29th!
If your child is entering into the 5th grade next year, encourage them to
work on their pushups, sit-ups, flexibility and running. These aspects are very
important for the 5th grade Ohio Physical Education Assessments. Even if your
child isnt a 5th grader next year, they may be involved in a class that is part of my
SLOs. This SLO is based on Standard 4 of the Ohio Physical Education Assessment, specifically cardiovascular endurance, upper body strength, abdominal
strength, and flexibility.
This summer, encourage your child to take walks, go out for a jog, head
to the city pool, or organize a neighborhood game. If you are fortunate enough
to be playing summer baseball or softball, you are already ahead of the game!
Whatever you decide to do to get your exercise on, have fun and work
hard, and return to school in condition to take on SLOs and the Ohio Physical
Education Assessment.
Mr. Pessell