Irving Elementary

Future Shasta Families,

 

There are two upcoming dates where you can hear more about Shasta Middle School.

 

Opportunity #1: On May 14^th (6:30 pm) I will be in the Irving library talking about and answering questions regarding middle School.

 

Opportunity #2: On May 21^st there is a sixth grade parent night at Shasta Middle School (6:00pm-6:30pm). After the informational piece, you will have the opportunity to visit our PTO table, check-out our project faire, enjoy some BBQ, listen to our jazz band, and potentially win big at our silent auction.

 

I hope to see you at both of these events!

 

Greg James

Principal

Shasta Middle School

Pillar Assembly Tomorrow

Tomorrow at 1:40 Irving will have it’s final Pillar Assembly of the school year.  Two students from each classroom will be recognized for demonstrating one of the school pillars of Responsibilty, Caring, Fairness, Trustworthiness, Respect, and Citizenship.

 

 

 

Attention 5th Grade Families

A Note From Shasta: Fifth Grade Families- Please join us on May 21^st for an evening to welcome our incoming sixth grade class. We will start in the new gym at 6:00pm. During that time we will talk middle school logistics, introduce teachers, and hopefully provide information that better prepares your students for the transition into sixth grade.

 

At 6:30 we will have a project faire, silent auction, book faire, PTO table, music, and BBQ for everyone to enjoy. Please see the attached flyer for more details. We are very excited to welcome our newest group of Shasta Thunderbirds!

 

Regards,

 

Greg James

Principal

 

Grease On Willamette Stage

Here is a great opportunity for the whole family. Willamette High School’s Drama program will stage its production of Grease this week, complete with a live band in the orchestra pit. A fun and engaging family show, Grease features music from the 50’s including the songs Summer Nights and Greased Lightnin’.

Grease will be on Willamette’s stage Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights, May 2 – 4, at 7:00. Tickets are $5 for Students and Staff, $7 General Admission.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Walk and Bike to School Day

Walk and Bike to School Day will be on Wednesday May 8th.  We will have stickers for all participants and will raffle off two prizes!  Can’t wait to see all the walkers and bikers next Wednesday!

 

 

 

 

Dear Irving Families,

Our next PTO meeting is this Thursday from 7:00-8:00 pm in the Library.  Hope to see you there!

 

Other Information:

Sign Up For Free School Lunches

Irving families are strongly encouraged to sign-up for Bethel’s free and reduced-price student lunch program. Your confidentiality is maintained so no students are revealed as receiving the free and reduced-price school meals.

This is a federally-funded program that Bethel is eager to make available to all entitled students.

Eligibility is determined by family income. Click here to sign up or contact the school office at 541-688-2620 for details on how to verify your eligibility and register for the lunch program at Irving.

 

Book Fair

The Book Fair will be starting Tuesday April 23rd and go through Friday April 26th.  Book Fair hours are from 2:30-7:00 pm.  This is a great chance to buy books and support the Library.  Popular Book Titles include: Lego-Ninjago, Fortune Wookie, Diary of a Whimpy Kid, and Pete the Cat.  The Book Fair special is: Buy One Book and Get a Second Book Free!  Don’t miss out on this great opportunity!

 

 

 

 

 

 

First Grade Music Program

Irving first grade students have been rehearsing for their music program on Thursday April 25th from 7:00-8:00 pm in the old gym.  It’s going to be a great show! Hope to see you there!

 

 

 

Dear Irving Families,

Below you will find news about Irving events and happenings.  The last two weeks have been extremely busy but a lot of fun!  Hope everyone has a great spring break!

 

Ace Award Nominations

Congratulations to Irving’s Christy Gill, Judy Chesser, and Elizabeth Radke for being nominated for ACE Awards this year!  Thank you for everything you do for students!  The awards annually recognize outstanding contributors in four categories: teachers, support staff, volunteers and administrators. Bethel winners will be announced at an awards ceremony at the Hult Center on April 23^rd.

 

 

 

Principal’s Prize Chair

Students at Irving are doing their best to be safe, respectful, and self-managers.  When student’s demonstrate one of the school rules they can earn a Tiger Paw.  Several students in Mrs. Radke’s class have earned 50 Tiger Paws and got to use my chair for the day!  Congratulations to those students for being safe, respectful, and self-managers at Irving!

 

 

 

 

 

2nd and 3rd Grade Music Program

Irving’s 2nd and 3rd grade music program was amazing!  Thank you to Mrs. Beese for getting students ready for Lighten Up comedy and musical!  It was a fun night for students to showcase their singing and joke telling!  DVD’s of the performance are available to purchase in the office.  Thanks again to our performers,  Mrs. Beese, 2nd and 3rd grade teachers, and everyone who helped make Lighten UP special!

 

 

 

 

Creating Partnerships

5th Grade students from Mrs. Adams class have been helping 1st grade student’s with their reading.  It was great to see the positive connections students were making with one another.  Each 5th grade student was paired with a first grade student and took turns reading to one another.  Irving is proud of our 5th graders for being great role models and helping our first graders excel at reading!

 

 

 

 

Celebrating the 100th Day of School

First grade students brought in their 100th day of school projects to share with classmates.  Students used a variety of materials and made projects with 100 items on them to celbrate the 100th day of school.  The projects were very creative!  Great job first grade students!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Former Irving Student Performs

Former Irving student and current Shasta 7th grader Megan Sherman is a cast member in the Eugene Opera presentation of Dead Man Walking.  Megan loves performing and has dreams of attending Julliard where she could combine her singing and piano playing skills.  Congratulations Megan!  To continue reading click here.

 

Safety And Equity Committee In Bethel

Bethel School District is looking for great candidates to join the Safety and Equity Committee, an advisory committee of the School Board.

The primary goal of this volunteer committee is to ensure all students can access opportunities and resources provided by Bethel schools.

In addition, we seek to make schools safe for all students and staff through curriculum, policy and procedural recommendations. Members of the Safety and Equity committee are critical for helping to guide the district and assist staff in meeting the needs of our diverse student population.

Please complete the Safety and Equity Application for Appointment and return by 5:00 p.m., March 22, to: Bethel School District 4640 Barger Drive Eugene, OR  97402

 

Bike Helmet Giveaway Oregon law requires individuals under 16 to wear a helmet while riding a bike. Now Bethel students can receive a bike helmet for free or a minimal charge, thanks to Safe Routes to Schools.  Just check out this information and call or email Nicole Zwink to make arrangements for a new bike helmet.

 

PTO Meeting

Irving’s next PTO meeting is this Thursday the 21st from 7:00-8:00 pm in the Irving Library.  Hope to see you there!

Check out the meeting minutes from our February PTO meeting here.

 

 

 

 

 

Dear Irving Families,

I wanted to thank you for participating in the PTO Spring Fundraiser.  The fundraiser was a big success because of your efforts.  The items for the fundraiser will be ready for you to pick up tomorrow at Irving from 11 am until 6 pm.  All items may be picked up in Room #5.  An adult must pick up the fundraising items.  Thanks again to everyone who helped raise money for the PTO!