Malabon’s Oregon Battle of the Books Team
After collectively reading the list of sixteen books, from classic titles such as Charlotte’s Web to historical fiction literature such as Number the Stars, our OBOB teams were narrowed down to two. Our final two teams battled it out last week and the winning team for Malabon was chosen! Sarah, Camilla, Tycho and Caitlin, otherwise known as The Swords of Knowledge, are heading to Regionals. Elementary schools around Lane County will be battling on Saturday, March 3rd at North Eugene High School. We wish our Malabon team lots of luck and would like to thank all of our kids who participated in OBOB this year. We had lots of fun!
Invitation to Meet with the Superintendent
Malabon families: there’s no need to rely on rumors when you can hear the truth from the official source.
Everything you wanted to know about Bethel schools is on the agenda for Superintendent Colt Gill’s Question and Answer session this Wednesday, February 15, at 6:00 p.m. in the Willamette High School library.
This one-hour open conversation for the entire community will include important information about the state’s new Open Enrollment law, school budgeting, Bethel’s facilities needs, and anything else on your mind related to schools.
Spanish interpretation will be available.
The Latest News from Malabon!
Hot Off the Press Newsletters
Click on the February 2012 Newsletter for news from Malabon and click on PTO News Jan for news from our wonderful PTO!
Planning Activities For Bethel
What kind of programs and activities should the Petersen Barn Community center offer for Bethel youth, families, young children and seniors? This is your chance to let them know. Dinner is free this Friday night, February 3rd, 6:00 p.m. at Pete Barn. You only need to bring your ideas and opinions.
Speak now or forever hold your grumbling. For more information, call Petersen Barn at (541) 914-5430.
Welcome 2012! What’s the News?
Malabon News…
Please click on January Newsletter 2012 for up to date information on the happenings at Malabon.
Malabon’s Report Card
Due to a change in state rules, we are now able to email our State School Report Cards to you. This will save the school district money, although paper copies will also be available at the Malabon school office for those who request a hard copy.
You may also recall that Oregon recently raised the bar on what kids are expected to learn in math at each grade level. As a result, although our students actually scored higher on the state tests, fewer kids were able to “meet” the state math standards.
The good news is that our teachers have already been implementing several new programs to further improve student learning in math. These include Math Facts Fluency and Bethel’s teacher-developed Math Core Units.
Click here for Malabon’s report card from last school year.
Finally, thank you for staying involved in your child’s education. Your active attention and support really makes a difference at each grade level. As always, feel free to email or call me.
mspence@bethel.k12.or.us (541) 461-6421
District News…
Why The Y In Bethel
The plan for a Community Center in Bethel is closer to becoming a reality, but first the City of Eugene wants to hear your thoughts on the idea. Take this quick survey to share your thoughts with City staffers.
The proposal would permit the Eugene Y to build a new facility along Legacy Street, immediately south of Meadow View School. The City would lease the land to the Y for $1 a year.
Like the idea? Not so sure? Share your thoughts in the survey today.
Success For All Students
Bethel is proud to host African American Student Support Night on January 12th at 7:00 p.m. at Willamette High School. Families of African American and bi-racial students will learn about the Bethel programs in place to support students at every grade level. The event will include some inspirational straight-talk and will seek your opinions on what issues future events should address and how we can all improve our schools.
News From the Principal: December Happenings
Oregon Battle of the Books
- Kids are Lining Up to Check Out the Latest OBOB Book!
OBOB is starting at Malabon. We have had our first whole group meeting and were able to form ten teams. Some of these kids have been reading the OBOB books since summer and some are just opening up their first one. Regardless, kids are lining up to check these books out! Click on BOOK LISTS AND BOOK RESOURCES to view all of this years books for 3rd, 4th and 5th grade. There are some great resources on this site as well. Malabon will begin some battles in January and February and will be sending our winning team on to the regional finals. This year, Bethel School District is hosting the Middle School Regional Tournament and therefore won’t be hosting a district battle as they have done in the past for the elementary students.
A Home For Health During Cold and Flu Season
This is a reminder that comprehensive health services are available for all
Bethel students at the Bethel Student Health Center. If you’re feeling under
the weather, the Health Center offers evaluation and treatment for colds and
the flu. Also available are flu shots and other immunizations, management of
non-urgent acute and chronic health conditions, physical exams, prescriptions,
and much more. Contact the Bethel Student Health Center located at Cascade
Middle School: 541-607-1430.
For more news and events, click on Dec 2011 Newsletter and PTO’s November Newsletter .