Golden Apple Teacher Award Winner!

In case you hadn't heard, our very own Ms. Levesque (3rd grade teacher) was recently recognized as 99.9 The Wolf's Golden Apple Teacher! While not all of your children would have had her as a teacher, many have benefit from her expertise through before and after school programs, including but not limited to Poetry & Art Club, Breakfast Club, and Book Club. Some kids may even have connected with her simply from book borrowing or getting good book recommendations.  Kudos, Ms. Levesque! This is a well-deserved award and we are so proud!

Below is a quick write-up announcement from the Bath Elementary PTA with more info about the award.

"Hey Bath! Are you ready for some big news? Our very own Nicole Levesque from Fisher Mitchell won the Golden Apple Teacher Award.

That's right, 99.9 The WOLF created this award to recognize individuals dedicated to the intellectual and emotional growth of Maine's children and young adults. I guess we're not the only ones who think Nicole is one amazing 3rd grade teacher. Please help us congratulate her! We love you, Mrs.Levesque. Thanks again for making such a positive impact on our kids!"

Farewell Parade and T-Shirt Distribution, June 17th

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The Fifth Grade Farewell Drive-Thru Parade will begin at 11:00am on Wednesday, June 17th in the bus circle at Fisher-Mitchell School.  Your children will receive their T-shirt at this parade! (T-shirts were provided by our Bath Elementary PTA!)

After you depart Fisher-Mitchell, please continue on to the Bath Middle School bus circle to meet some BMS staff who will be excited to welcome your children to middle school.

You are welcome to decorate your vehicle to celebrate with us! We look forward to seeing you and your children drive through the circle on the 17th!!

Note: Please remain inside your vehicle throughout the "parade" so as to honor our social distancing requirements.

Happy Summer Vacation!

Well, it has been quite the year with your children to say the least! We had many celebrations, a whole lot of growth, and a whole lot of weirdness! While it was certainly not the ending we were expecting, it was a memorable year indeed.

I am wishing all the best for our fifth grade friends as they have reached the end of their elementary career and prepare to head off to BMS.

In the words of the wise Theodor Seuss "Ted" Geisel,

"Congratulations!

Today is your day.

You're off to Great Places!

You're off and away!

You have brains in your head.

You have feet in your shoes.

You can steer yourself

any direction you choose.

You're on your own. And you know what you know.

And YOU are the guy who'll decide where to go."

Thank you for all of the laughs and for sharing in my personal joys this year,

Ms. Hoskins' Fifth Grade Class of 2019-2020.

Please watch and enjoy the following two videos:

Fifth Grade Farewell from FMS Staff

Ms. Hoskins' Class Slideshow

Have a great summer!

Stay in touch!

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Your Kids Aren't Too Young to Talk About Race: Resource Roundup

Race can be a complicated topic which some folks may feel uncomfortable discussing. However, we are unfortunately experiencing another time in our history in which tensions and emotions are especially high surrounding race and racial issues, and the topic is likely to come up with your child whether you are prepared for this or not. They are at an age in which they are very aware of their world and what is going on in it -- and if they're not watching the news themselves or hearing about it from their caregivers directly, they do have friends who are likely to be talking about current events and the news. The protests and riots came up in our Tuesday Zoom call, for example. Children are listening, they are watching, and they are absorbing all of it.

I found this to be a helpful compilation of resources for parents, caregivers, and educators to offer a starting point for discussions around race. I hope you will find it helpful, too.

Your Kids Aren't Too Young to Talk About Race: Resource Roundup

Here is an additional, more recent article from National Geographic (June 1, 2020) which provides a few extra book suggestions:

Talking About Race

More On Summer Reading Program

Thanks to those kiddos who joined for today's Zoom call (either with me or with Ms. Barker) on the Bath Summer Reading Program! I hope many of you will participate in the reading challenge and earn your $15 gift certificate as well as some entries into the raffle for local businesses.

In case you missed it or need to review the information again, here it is!

Summer Reading Program Library Slideshow:

Slideshow

Kahoot! to test your knowledge about the Summer Reading Program:

Play Kahoot!

Virtual Field Day 2020

FMS Field Day!

In honor of Virtual Field Day, students in Ms. Hoskins' Class are invited to take Wednesday off from distance learning to participate in these fun activities! Enjoy!

Some students have shared that they will be participating in these activities with a friend. Please be mindful of the CDC's recommendations for social distancing if you do gather in a small group. If your child would like to challenge a friend, but you are not comfortable with getting together in person, consider having a virtual call or sharing photos with another family. A Padlet is available for sharing photos, and a class score sheet is available for tracking challengers.

Mr. Carter’s Field Day Challenge!

(Ten fun challenges demonstrated by Mr. Carter! Note: Field Day is best suited for outdoors! Check the weather for potential rain, and feel free to participate on Thursday instead if preferred.)

Class Field Day Padlet for photos sharing

(I believe this Padlet is open to view by anyone with the link, so please only share photos if you're comfortable with your child's photos being on the internet.)

Class Score Sheet

(Please only modify your own row of scores. This is an honor system. There are no prizes. It is all for fun. I hope lots of kids and families will participate!)

Suggested Materials:

• Laundry Basket
• Reusable Water Bottle
• Three Balls
• Towel
• Egg
• Spoon
• Whipped Cream (or other edible substance)
• Hat, Pants, Jacket, Sneakers or Boots
• Sturdy Garbage Bag
• Two Cups
• Dish Rag or Face Cloth
• Bucket
• Single Use Water Bottle or Soda Bottle

Optional Materials:

• Camera and/or Phone (for documentation purposes)
• Score Pad/Pencil (if keeping score)
• Calculator

HAVE FUN!

Share pics!

Summer Reading

Summer Reading

A summer reading list is available HERE for students entering sixth grade.

The list is conveniently organized by genre. To view other grade levels' reading lists, please visit this link HERE.

On Thursday at 9:30AM, our class will be having a special meeting with a representative from the Patten Free Library to talk about the Bath Summer Reading Program. Students who are in Book Club will be having someone speak at their next club meeting as well, so don't worry about your child coming to both!

In case you weren't already aware, the Patten Free Library is "re-opening" for curbside pick-up, which is very exciting. This is a great way to get your summer reading in without having to spend money on new books. I hope many students will take the time to join our meeting on Thursday!