This Week at NMES
Week of January 27
2019 - 2020 PTA Calendar of Events
From January 1st - 31st, NMES will participate in Beanstack's Third Annual Winter Reading Challenge, sponsored by Penguin Random House (PRH). We challenge our students to read and keep track of their reading on our Beanstack site. Email Mrs. Siderius at jennifer.siderius@fcps.org for directions on using Beanstack or for more information on how to participate! Penguin Random House pledges to donate $50,000 in prizes, including author visits and new books, to be shared among the winners. Happy reading!
The Washington Post Kids Sports Editor and children's book author, Fred Bowen, will present to all 3rd - 5th grade students on Thursday, February 6th! Students may pre-order autographed copies of his recent books and they will be delivered to school on the day of his presentations. There are two ways to order: 1) paper form was sent home OR 2) visit the Curious Ignuana website to order online. All book orders are due by January 21st. Questions or need another paper order form? Please email Mrs. Siderius at jennifer.siderius@fcps.org.
Monday, January 27: No special events
Tuesday, January 28: No special events
Wednesday, January 29: Schools closed for Teacher Work Day
Thursday, January 30: No special events
Friday, January 31: Final day for Winter Reading Challenge (see above for more information)
Nurturing your child's growth mindset:
What did you do today that made you think hard?
Looking ahead...Reading in the Mall will take place on Saturday, February 8 from 10:00 - 1:00 at the FSK Mall. Children will meet Clifford the Big Red Dog, enjoy read alouds, make bookmarks and much more! Every child will take home 2 free books as well. Check out the flyer for more details!