Posted by MrLynch | Posted in Weekly Newsletter | Posted on May 31, 2014
We have three more weeks of school (plus an extra 3 1/2 hours the following Monday, June 23). We’ve off to the Nathan Hale Homestead on Monday. In our study of the American Revolution, students have learned the importance of spies during the American Revolution. Many believe that if weren’t for George Washington’s excellent spy network, we never would have won the war. Nathan Hale is Connecticut’s state hero for his role in the war both as a soldier and as a spy. He wasn’t exactly a good spy, but he was brave enough to go on a very dangerous mission for his country. That is what we honor him for today.
Students received a permission slip a couple weeks ago, but our bike ride to school is on Thursday morning. Like the fall bike ride, we will leave from the Free Avon Public Library that morning. Any student who is attending needs a working bike (with inflated tires) and a working helmet that fits. (Unfortunately, many students have showed up in the past with broken helmets or bikes with flat tires. This makes it unsafe for other kids as one adult has to stay back to deal with that.) Like before, we need parent volunteers to join us on the ride. It’s a flat, easy ride so please come along!
Upcoming Events
Nathan Hale Homestead– Monday, June 2
Bike Ride to School– Thursday, June 5
Camp Chase– Friday, June 13
Field Day – Friday, June 20
Last Day of School – Monday, June 23
