Most folks are familiar with the TV show by that name. Many schools do their own version of what not to wear. They have a long list of clothing deemed inappropriate for school and spend a lot of time and energy monitoring how students are dressed every day. That is time unwisely spent, in our opinion—time that should be spent on the business of education.
As we kick off the second half of our school year, our team sports here on campus continue as well as our students’ other extracurricular activities that they might be involved in outside of school. While we take academics very seriously, it is also necessary to look at the importance of sportsmanship and how being on a team teaches valuable life lessons. Here are some examples:
A New Year brings new goals, fresh starts and positive forward thinking. Whether it’s our diet, exercise routine or tendency to procrastinate, there is always room for improvement in the coming year. Not only adults benefit from New Year resolutions; our students can also learn a lot about self-discipline and the value of making goals. Everyone, children and adults, have heard of the tradition of making a personal list of new purposes, but do you know where this tradition comes from?
Arizona law allows you to reduce what you owe in state taxes, dollar for dollar, up to $400. It’s a win/win!
Beginning December 22nd and joyfully extending through January 4th, we will be away from school appreciating family, friends and traditions. Time for splendid holiday fun and ringing in the New Year!
Happily, the holiday break is a chance for our school-based learning to be applied to real life situations. Students can do this without realizing that they are using the talents developed at school and keep their math, writing, reading, etc. talents sharp with these creative ideas.
The AzMERIT is the new adopted statewide achievement test. The Arizona Department of Education has created a letter to parents to inform them of the new change. Click below to see the Letter to Parents.
No one likes to contemplate drug use in schools, particularly in elementary and middle grades. So no one really likes to be reminded about it. That’s a natural reaction for most parents and many students. But recent statistics indicate that drug use among middle school students is on the rise and that more are actually using drugs or alcohol in school.
“Homework” might not be one of the most welcomed words in a student’s vocabulary, but it’s a necessity of their learning process. Homework helps reinforce material and skills that are taught in class, introduce material for future lessons and teach students how to apply learned skills to new or multiple subjects.
Dear Parents,
We know you have options when it comes to your child’s education, and I want to thank you for partnering with us. We truly value our students and parents and believe that all children have the ability to be successful both in and outside our school.
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month by celebrating the history, culture and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. La Paloma South is proud to take part in this celebration by holding a fun fiesta on Friday, September 12th from 6 to 8 p.m. The whole community of Tucson and beyond is invited to join in the cultural festivities that will bring people together to celebrate diversity.
A message from Principal Bummer:
As of August 18th, our school has started a tutoring program that will affect grades 2-8, primarily in Reading and Math. This program is designed to help improve academic growth. In order for your children to be successful, we have set parameters for admittance into the tutoring program. Students will be admitted into the program if:
If you ask your child what makes him or her successful at our school, he or she will probably tell you about our excellent teachers. What students take away from a successful education usually centers around a strong connection with teachers who inspire them to achieve their dreams.
