E. Morris
EMorris 21st Century CCLC After School Program
March 2020
Dear Parents/Guardians of Elizabeth Morris students,
We have had a lot of fun this past month at 21st Century After School Program. Mrs. Mammen and Mrs Skaggs have been working with Group A on several yoga and meditation stances. They even had the chance to go on a couple nature walks. Mrs. Parker has been working with Group B on Fashion and Design. They have recently designed airplanes and sneakers. Ms. Mueller and Mrs. Smith worked with Group C on different dances, I have heard some singing skills too. Through their writing activities they have been discussing the Character Education word of the month, Responsibility. For March they will be discussing the Character Education word Honesty. Mrs. Hammers has worked with Group D on several cooking activities. Their cookbooks have a lot of creative meals that they can prepare for you at home. Attached to this newsletter you will see the list of students who have achieved Perfect Attendance for the month of February! In the month of February we had a guest reader from the Library. The children listened to a story about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and had a discussion about what they read and the importance of his actions. They also won certificates for a free meal! Looking through the data for Star Testing, I am seeing so much growth in the majority of our students. Keep working with them at home to enhance those Reading skills! In the month of Marhc, we will have the librarian return to engage us in another Literacy activity, a field trip to The Science Center, and many more adventures!
If you need to get ahold of me for any reason, my district email is defossetjl@cusd187.org. You can also call the school phone during the day and leave a message for me. The school secretary, Ms. Spiask, does not work for the 21st Century Program. She will not be able to answer most questions about the program. She will take a message and I will return the phone calls between 2:15 to 5:15. That number is 618-332-3718. During the program I will be in and out of all the classrooms and will not be able to sit by the phone, I do apologize for this. The best way to reach me is before the program begins at 2:15 PM through email!
EMorris 21st Century CCLC After School Program
February 2020
Dear Parents/Guardians of Elizabeth Morris students,
We have had a lot of fun this past month at 21st Century After School Program. Students had been working with their teachers and paras on enrichment performances for you. Mrs. Mammen and Mrs Skaggs have been working with Group A on several yoga and meditation stances. Mrs. Parker has been working with Group B on Fashion and Design. They have recently designed Kimono Dolls and Chinese Lanterns. Ms. Mueller and Mrs. Smith are our new Group C Teachers! They have jumped right in and have been working with the students on different dances. Through their writing activities they have been discussing the Character Education word of the month, Respect. For February they will be discussing the Character Education word Responsibility. Mrs. Hammers worked with Group D on several cooking activities. The class is learning how to read and understand the recipes before creating the meal. Attached to this newsletter you will see the list of students who have achieved Perfect Attendance for the month of January! In the month of January we had a guest reader from the Library. The children listened to a story about Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and had a discussion about what they read and the importance of his actions. Looking through the data for Guided Reading Levels, I am seeing so much growth in the majority of our students. In the month of February, we will have the librarian return to engage us in another Literacy activity, a field trip skating, and many more adventures!
If you need to get ahold of me for any reason, my district email is defossetjl@cusd187.org. You can also call the school phone during the day and leave a message for me. The school secretary, Ms. Spiask, does not work for the 21st Century Program. She will not be able to answer most questions about the program. She will take a message and I will return the phone calls between 2:15 to 5:15. That number is 618-332-3718. During the program I will be in and out of all the classrooms and will not be able to sit by the phone, I do apologize for this. The best way to reach me is before the program begins at 2:15 PM through email!
EMORRIS DECEMBER NEWSLETTER
12-2-19
Dear Parents/Guardians of Elizabeth Morris students,
We have had a lot of fun this month at 21st Century After School Program. Students have been working with their teachers and paras on academics and enrichments. Mrs. Mammen and Mrs Skaggs have been working with Group A on several Book Club Activities. They have also been preparing for the Holiday Night coming soon! Mrs. Parker has been working with Group B on recipes. Then after learning the ingredients, they cook following their recipes. I know the room has smelt delicious!! Mrs. Hammers has been working with Group C on several Arts & Crafts activities. I have seen several great Turkey activities. Attached to this newsletter you will see the list of students who have achieved Perfect Attendance for the months of September, October, and November! In the month of December we will be doing several fun activities. Some of these activities are Dance Party for Perfect Attendance, Holiday Night, Winter Break Parties, and possibly a cooking lesson on how to make a yummy treat!
If you need to get ahold of me for any reason, my district email is defossetjl@cusd187.org. You can also call the school phone during the day and leave a message for me. The school secretary, Ms. Spiask, does not work for the 21st Century Program. She will not be able to answer most questions about the program. She will take a message and I will return the phone calls between 2:15 to 5:15. That number is 618-332-3718. During the program I will be in and out of all the classrooms and will not be able to sit by the phone, I do apologize for this. The best way to reach me is before the program begins at 2:15 PM through email!
21st Century CCLC After School Program
11-4-19
Dear Parents/Guardians of Elizabeth Morris students,
We have had a lot of fun this month at 21st Century After School Program. Students have been working with their teachers and paras on academics and enrichments. Letters will be coming home soon about your child and their specific goals created by their Pre-Tests results. Mrs. Mammen and Mrs Skaggs have been working with Group A on several Arts & Crafts. Some of these projects are hung up on the 21st Century Bulletin Boards. Mrs. Parker has been working with all groups on several hands on Science experiments. I believe the rainbow of skittles and the exploding Pumpkin were kid favorites. Mrs. Hammers has been working with Group C on numerous engineering activities. The children talked about their ziplines they made! Our field trip this month was sadly canceled due to cold weather. The children however loved the movie day and special snacks.
If you need to get ahold of me for any reason, my district email is defossetjl@cusd187.org. You can also call the school phone during the day and leave a message for me. The school secretary, Ms. Spiask, does not work for the 21st Century Program. She will not be able to answer most questions about the program. She will take a message and I will return the phone calls between 2:15 to 5:15. That number is 618-332-3718. During the program I will be in and out of all the classrooms and will not be able to sit by the phone, I do apologize for this. The best way to reach me is before the program begins at 2:15 PM through email!
November Pictures
Newsletters
Dear Parents/Guardians,
During the month of March the kids prepared for the Parent Showcase. They were so excited to see all of you that were able to attend. We appreciate your support and time you gave for us. They also earned a movie day as a reward for doing so well during the Showcase! Group A designed some fancy hats to go with their drumming performance. Group B graduated from Character Education when completing their skit. Group C made some delicious Oreo deserts for us. Group D created dream catchers, animals, and backgrounds for their animals.
Coming up in April, we will begin our new Enrichment activities until the end of the program! Group A will be working with Performing Arts with Mr. Arceneaux. Group B will be working on Engineering with Ms. Dorsey. Group C will be working with Fashion Design with Mrs. Parker. Group D will be learning Spanish with Mrs. Mammen and Mrs. Skaggs. We will also be going on another field trip at the end of this month! Ms. Ruby Streate will be returning two times this month to work with the kids on dancing and choreography.
Just a reminder, if you decide to change the way that your child will be going home, I need a written note or a personal email or message. I cannot go by the word of the child. If you need to get ahold of me for any reason my district email is defossetjl@cusd187.org. You can also call the school phone during the day and leave me a message. That number is 618-332-5500. During the program I will be in and out of all the classrooms and will not be able to sit by the phone. The best way to reach me is through email.
Ms. Jennifer DeFosset
Dear Parents/Guardians,
During the month of February, the students have been enjoying several fun activities. All groups participated in some dance lessons with Ms. Ruby Streate for an hour. We went on a field trip to the Science Center to investigate how different objects can make music. We also have been working diligently on our performances/activities for the upcoming 21st Century Showcase on march 14th.
Coming up in March, we will continue our Enrichment activities until after the Showcase on March 14th! Then the enrichment groups will change for the remainder of the year. Group A will be working with Performing Arts with Mr. Arceneaux. Group B will be working on Engineering with Ms. Dorsey. Group C will be working with Fashion Design with Mrs. Parker. Group D will be learning Spanish with Mrs. Mammen and Mrs. Skaggs. We will also be going on another field trip this month! Mad Science will be coming this month to create slime with Groups A & B. Then they will return and work with Groups C & D to solve a mystery with their detective skills.
Just a reminder, if you decide to change the way that your child will be going home, I need a written note or a personal email or message. I cannot go by the word of the child. If you need to get ahold of me for any reason my district email is defossetjl@cusd187.org. You can also call the school phone during the day and leave me a message. That number is 618-332-5500. During the program I will be in and out of all the classrooms and will not be able to sit by the phone. The best way to reach me is through email.
Ms. Jennifer DeFosset
Dear Parents/Guardians,
I want to start by wishing everyone a Happy New Year! I can’t believe it is already 2019, time flies when you are busy and having fun.
During the month of December, the students have been enjoying several fun activities. We went on a field trip to Skate City where we learned to skate correctly! We earned a Movie day for the holidays. 20 Students earned a hot chocolate and cookie reward with me for showing spectacular behaviors! We also had a Craft Day where we made ornaments, a holiday card, a Christmas tree, and played musical chairs to different songs.
Coming up in January, we will start some new Enrichment activities! Group A will be creating Music with Mr. Arceneaux. Group B will be working on Character Education with Ms. Dorsey. Group C will be Cooking with Mrs. Parker. Group D will be creating crafts with Mrs. Mammen, Mrs. Hammers, and Mrs. Skaggs.
Just a reminder, if you decide to change the way that your child will be going home, I need a written note or a personal email or message. I cannot go by the word of the child. If you need to get a hold of me for any reason my district email is defossetjl@cusd187.org. You can also call the school phone during the day and leave me a message. That number is 618-332-5500. During the program I will be in and out of all the classrooms and will not be able to sit by the phone. The best way to reach me is through email.
Ms. Jennifer DeFosset
November 2018 Newsletter
Elizabeth Morris 21st Century After School Program
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We have had a lot of fun here at the 21st Century After School Program so far!! Group A learned about several different sports, but their favorite game was Simon Says. Group B learned about several different stretching poses through some Yoga exercises. Group C created many fabulous art projects that have been brought home each week. Group D created a scrap book with objects representing all the letters of the alphabet.
We also participated in Spooky Reading Night! I saw several children enjoying different activities
If you need to get ahold of me for any reason my district email is defossetjl@cusd187.org. You can also call the school phone during the day and leave me a message. That number is 618-332-5500. During the program I will be in and out of all the classrooms and will not be able to sit by the phone. The best way to reach me is through email.
Ms. Jennifer DeFosset
For the month of October we had 38 out of our students actively enrolled achieve Perfect Attendance. These students will receive a treat from me on Thursday, November 8, 2018. I hope to see these number increase for November.
