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Summer is just around the corner!
As we look ahead to the summer, we wanted to share these summer opportunities to focus on reading and attending summer quest.
Chesterbrook Summer Reading
We are encouraging the students to read over the summer. This could include books that are read independently or as a family. Sometimes books of interest are still too challenging so it is ok to have support as needed. Students have a choice between two activities to demonstrate their summer reading activities. When we return back to school, students who complete one of the two options, will be recognized for their awesome summer reading.
Reading: Rate the Book
This activity allows you to show the picture, draw or write something about the book, give it a rating, and give some words to describe the book. Completed papers may be sent to the school Attention Mrs. Jennings, dropped off at the front office between July 10 and July 29; emailed to sjjennings@fcps.edu or returned to the office or new homeroom teacher between August 21 and August 25th.
Reading Bingo Board
See how many different ways you can get Bingo. Each space has a different reading activity some you can do alone and some you need a friend. Boards can be sent to the school Attention Mrs. Jennings, dropped off at the front office between July 10 and July 29; emailed to sjjennings@fcps.edu or returned to the office or new homeroom teacher between August 21 and August 25th.
Activity Bingo Board
Sometimes in summer we find ourselves saying “I’m Bored”. This Bingo board has lots of ideas of a variety of activities that you can use to keep your mind engaged and have fun in the process. See how many different activities you can complete.
Happy Reading! Mrs. Jennings and Ms. Mann
Summer Quest
Are you still making summer plans? Do you have friends already planning to attend Summer Quest and you would like to join them? Summer Quest has room for you! We have a variety of classes for students of all age levels. Here are just a few, but you can check out the PTA website for more options.
Intro to Spanish (all grades)- Do you know someone who speaks Spanish, but you have a difficult time communicating with them? Do you enjoy learning new languages? Join Ms. Mahoney for Intro to Spanish. She has three different classes based on your grade so you can learn Spanish words and learn the basics of a Spanish Conversation. Bring your friends so you can practice together.
Time to Take the Stage (Grades 1-3) Do you like to be the center of attention? Do you want to work on your reading fluency? Join Mrs. Damerell to do some reader’s theatre plays, poems and other stories that you can practice reading and then put on a performance. You will get to use your creativity to create props for the stories. Sign up with your friends so you can act together.
Fiesta at Chesterbrook (Grades 3-7) Join Ms. Ramos to experience a Fiesta. You will get to experience Hispanic culture, music and some special treats too! You can come party with your friends while doing some arts and crafts!
Introduction to Water Color (Grades 4-7) Have you ever wondered if there was more to water color painting than just the projects you did in early elementary? Calling artists that are interested in stepping up your knowledge of how to use this spectacular medium to create your paintings. Mrs. Bradley will demonstrate some higher level skills and then you will be able to use them on your paintings.
Dream Vision Party (Grades 4-7) Do you enjoy a good party? Are you going to be throwing a party over the summer break? Join Ms. Nalewanski to plan the best party around. You will brainstorm your dream event and then plan it so you are ready to throw a great party for your friends or family. Planning is better with a friend so join together and help each other have the party no one will forget.
Scrapbooking (Grades 4-7) Have you ever wondered how to make a scrapbook of memories? Do you ever think about how you will be able to remember special events like your elementary years when you are older? Ms. Scrabis will teach you and your friends how to preserve these memories and other special events through making your own scrapbook.
DC Marvel Comics (Grades 2-5) Calling all superhero fans! Join Ms. Ramos in learning about our superhero favorites and even some that you may never have heard before. Maybe you will even discover your own inner superhero. You will get to make your own comic as well. Who can resist a summer full of superheroes?
Doll House Builder (Grades 3-7) Are you creative? Do you like to make things with your hands? Have you ever thought about designing a house or furniture? Doll House Builder allows you to take all of those skills and put together your own doll house. Ms. Rudd guides you and then lets your creativity take over. You will get to create the furniture and decorations for each room. You will also be able to make the dolls that will fill your house. This camp will give you a project you will be proud to show off.
Reused, Recycled Art (Grades 1-3) Do you ever stop to think about how that paper towel tube could be used ? Do you see the recycle bin as a treasure chest? Ms. Bradley will help you turn something old into something new. You will start searching for ways to make things you are proud of from something that was about to be thrown away.
American Girl (Grades 2-7) Do you have an American Girl Doll? Do you enjoy talking to others that have American Girl Dolls? Do you enjoy hearing the stories that go along with each doll? How about bringing your doll to Summer Quest so you can have a tea party? Gather your friends and your dolls and come join us for an action packed camp. Ms. Rudd has a lot of fun activities to do while you learn about a variety of the dolls.
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