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Letter to students Shout out to HIGH School student volunteers Looking back at 4th grade! Summer Reading Look at the SHOUT OUTS!

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A glimpse at the JOURNEY of 4th graders at Bethune Academy
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Dear Boys and Girls,

We cannot believe that this is our last day together. It does not seem possible that this year is already over! Before we let you go for the summer, we wanted to tell each of you how much you amazed us this year. How lucky were we to have the opportunity to work with such a fabulous bunch of children. Each class is unique and that makes each year such a different experience. You hold a very special place in our hearts because of the wonderful people you are and because of all the great memories that we share. You learned many new things this year. New books were read and you learned a lot of new vocabulary words. You learned how to multiply and divide double-digit numbers. In your writing, you practiced using a beginning, middle and end, and began using precise words. The amount of growth you made is amazing and you should be proud.
From left to right: Mrs. Glass, Mr. Chalhoub & Ms. McPheters

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Math Moments The Reading Corner Surprise for Mrs. Glass Year in Photos Autographs

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As you walk out of our classrooms today, we hope you know what a truly unique, talented, and amazing person you are. We hope you leave knowing how successful you are. All of you have been generous with your belongings, your knowledge, and your time. You all have special talents and have shared them with us. When you brought your gifts and talents to our classrooms, you

helped to build a unique learning community. We learned from each other. We fit together like a puzzle and without even just one of us, our puzzle would not have been complete. We needed every single person in this class. We hope you know how important you are to us, to your classmates, to your family, and to many others in our school community. We know you will do many fabulous things with your life, and we cannot wait to see what amazing gifts you give to the world around us. You have already proven what precious gifts you can bring to a classroom. Believe in yourself and your ability to accomplish anything. Know that we will always believe in each and every one of you. Have a safe and wonderful summer and best wishes next year. Remember us as we will definitely remember each and every one of you!

Moving Forward to Fifth Grade!

Bethune has been fun, youve learned so many things, but its time go and experience what the future may bring Third and fourth grade has been a small stepping stone to prepare for you new home away from HOME! Fifth grade will bring new challenges and exciting new experiences for you, But just like your teachers here at Bethune, the STARS at Houston will be there for YOU! Now dont look back, keep your eyes on the prize, And look forward to FIFTH grade at Houston Academy, Where Students SHINE!
To learn more about your NEW school, go to http://schools.aldine.k12.tx.us/ webs/062/home.htm

Thanks Us, Mrs. Glass

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Moments in Math...
I am hoping all students a very good enjoyable summer. I hope all your dreams will come true. Enjoy your free time and take time to educate yourselves by visiting bookstores, museums, and specially visit scientific places such as NASA and historical places. I also urge you to go over the 2 working workbooks and review all the strategies we have practiced together in school.

Students: Is this you?

Have a Good Summer Mr. Chalhoub Math Teacher

The Reading Corner

By Ms. Erin McPheters
Congratulations on a fantastic 4th grade year! This summer, as you prepare for 5th grade, make sure you keep up on your reading! There will be higher expectations in 5th grade, and you need to hit those doors, ready to go. Some good summer reading books: Theodore Boone, Kid Lawyer - John Grisham, The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane - Kate DiCamillo, Because of Winn Dixie Kate DiCamillo. Keep turning those pages this summer, and don't forget to log your minutes for summer reading at: www.scholastic.com/ summer/kids Enjoy your Summer, Ms. Erin McPheters Reading/Lang. Arts

The Surprise for Mrs. Glass!

Remember when Mrs. Glass was caught off guard this year and surprised with an assembly to announce that she was selected to attend the Mickelson EXXONMOBIL Science Academy in New Jersey this summer?!? It is a memorable she wont forget and was motivated to attend because of
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the students she teaches. If you are interested in reading the article on Mrs. Glass surprise and

more on this experience check on this story on Aldines website at http:// www.aldine.k12.tx.us/sections/ news/index.cfm? or stay tuned on the experience by visiting her website at http:// www.epsilen.com/snglass

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A Big Thank You to...

From all of the students in our Incredible community, along with the teachers (especially Mrs. Glass) and from the entire staff at Bethune Academy, we all would like to say THANK YOU!!! to Rikia Stewart and Ciara Plummer for coming over the Bethune and volunteering with the students, in the classroom and around our campus to make life a little easier for everyone. We hope you both have a fantastic summer and if time allows next year, please come back! We will miss you (again, especially Mrs. Glass).

Summing up Mrs. Glass class

Well guys, you made it! You have successfully completed 4th grade Science and Texas History in my class! Guess what else??? You should be EXTREMELY proud of yourselves because you did more than you thought you ever could. YOU wrote a book. Actually, you wrote and illustrated two of them and I couldnt be prouder. Everything I put out in the universe for you to absorb can be found between the pages of your books that you can keep forever. Cherish them and share what you have learned by teaching others and using your book next year. Make sure to tell your teachers at Houston that Mrs. Glass tried to prepare you and will check up on you from time to time. Yes, this year has been challenging at times, but also exciting and I believe a year that neither you nor I will ever forget! I will miss each and every one of you. Enjoy your summers and good luck next year as FIFTH graders! P.S. If you ever want to reach me remember you can contact at my email address or on my website. They wont change! Mrs. Shaina Glass Your 4th grade Science & Texas History teacher

Summer s Here!

Need to contact us?

If for some reason, you need to contact any of us, feel free to keep our email addresses on file or even check out our websites. (Theres lots of great resources, links and games for the summer or anytime)

Teacher email addresses and/or websites: Mr. Chalhoub: richalhoub@aldine.k12.tx.us Ms. McPheters: ermcpheters@aldine.k12.tx.us Mrs. Glass: snglass@aldine.k12.tx.us and you can check out my website at: http://www.episelin.com/snglass

Dates to Remember:
If your child is attending Summer School, remember it will be located at Reece Academy from Monday-Thursday for 8 days from June 11-21, 2012

Bethune is on the web! http://schools.aldine.k12.tx.us/webs/102/

Let the Summer Begin!

Summer news...

PARENTS: Please check out www.scholastic.com/summer to log in to your childs account for Summer Reading for Aldine and to track how many hours your child is reading all SUMMER LONG. Also, if your child would like to purchase books I will have the online store open through Scholastic and all orders will be delivered to you! Please check out the link below or located on Mrs. Glass website. The online code is: HJ428. go to www.scholastic.com/bookclubs to order!