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Message from Mrs. Camarena:

Last month, the California Young Reader Medal Committee reached out to all school library staff throughout San Diego County.  They asked those of us who participated in the CYRM program for a description of how we presented the stories, which categories we focused on, and the number of students who voted.

I am pleased to announce that the CYRM Committee has selected Hedenkamp to represent all elementary schools in San Diego County at next year’s California School Library Association (CSLA) banquet.  That is where the winning authors will be recognized, and it is taking place in San Diego on February 6.

I have been asked by the Committee to select an upper grade student to introduce Audrey Vernick at the banquet.  She is the winner of the “Best Picture Book for Older Readers” category for Brothers at Bat (one of the three stories that I highlighted last year and who the majority of our upper grade students voted for).

I would like to give all interested students an opportunity to submit a speech.   However, there are some guidelines for students to qualify:

1 – They must have attended Hedenkamp during the 2014-15 school year (as a 3rd, 4th, or 5th grader)

2 – They were present during the story and my lesson for Brothers at Bat

3 – they voted for Brothers at Bat

The speech should be approximately 5 minutes long.

Criteria to include:

1 – a description of when they first heard/read the book

2 – how the book affected them (how they connected with the book)

3 – why they voted for the book to win the Medal

4 – interesting facts about the author

Remember, this is the speech that will be introducing Ms. Vernick at the banquet.  Although it is optional, please encourage your students to participate.  I will also encourage them during their next library visit.  The deadline to submit their speeches will be Wednesday, Nov. 18.  Please turn all speeches into my box.  Mr. Hanks, Mrs. Mazeau, Mrs. Rose and I will review all of the speeches, and select a student to represent our school some time in December.

Calling Hedenkamp Fathers!  Enjoy a night with your daughter(s) at the Masquerade Ball in the MPR on Friday, November 13th6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.  Tickets are $10 each, which includes food, drink and a picture keepsake per family.

Purchase tickets in advance, so you’re not caught in ticket lines on the night of the event:

• Online sales at huskiespta.com/webstore ⇒ Monday, November 2nd – Friday, November 6th
• In-person sales in the courtyard ⇒Monday, November 9th– Tuesday, November 10th
  • Before school: 8:15 AM – 9:00 AM
  • After school: 3:00 PM – 3:45 PM

Volunteers and photographers are needed for the event.  If you can assist on this special night, please email us at pta@huskiespta.com.

Mark your calendars!  Come dressed in your Halloween costume on Friday, October 23^rd from 4pm – 8pm and enjoy slides, food, games and entertainment at Hedenkamp.

Save time and money — get your wristbands and tickets during presale:

• Buy online at huskiespta.com/webstore ⇒ Mon, October 12^th – Tues, October 20^th
• Buy in person in the courtyard ⇒ Mon, October 19^th – Thur, October 22^nd
  • (Before school: 8:15am – 9:00am & After school: 3:00pm – 3:45pm)

DURING PRESALE                
20 tickets for $15 Tickets    ($1 each purchased night of)

$15 wristband: includes a complimentary $15 child ticket to Inflatable World for the 2016 season (Purchased night of is still $15, but no complimentary ticket)

Cuéntanos sobre algo que te encanto hacer en tu tiempo libre.

Esta semana nos enfocaremos en palabras esdrújulas en la acentuación.  El video debajo sirve como un repaso sobre el acento.

Hope everyone had a fun and restful fall break!  I have missed you all and I am excited for our upcoming quarter and all the amazing learning and growth we will be doing together!

HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
September 15 – October 15, 2015

Mes de la Herencia Hispana

We will start off by taking a little time to learn about National Hispanic Heritage month and research to appreciate some accomplishments of hispanics throughout history.  We will start off by learning about one of world’s most respected civil rights leader of the 20th century:  Cesar Chavez.

We need to help students and parents cherish and preserve the ethnic and cultural diversity that nourishes and strengthens this community – and this nation.

Students must have initiative; they should not be mere imitators. They must learn to think and act for themselves – and be free.

“Our world is a better place because César Chávez decided to change it.” — President Barack Obama at César E. Chávez National Monument dedication ceremony

http://www.hispanicheritagemonth.org

http://www.kcet.org/socal/departures/columns/green-justice/our-world-is-a-better-place-because-cesar-chavez-decided-to-change-it.html

The Life of Cesar Chavez (video)

Chicano! PBS Documentary – The Struggle in the Fields (video)

Haz clic en el enlace para empezar la evaluación de matemáticas del comienzo del año:

https://www-k6.thinkcentral.com/ePC/start.do

Esta semana, tomamos un poco de tiempo para conocernos y establecer una comunidad de respeto en nuestra aula.  Gracias por su ayuda en establecer expectativas para mantener una aula impresionante que todos seguiremos.   También aprendimos a utilizar nuestras nuevas computadoras y accedimos nuestro correo electrónico. Estoy muy emocionada para este próximo año escolar con todos mis estudiantes increíbles.  ¡Gracias por ser tan respetuosos, amables, enfocados e inteligentes estudiantes! ¡Me siento honrado de ser su maestra!

¡Bienvenidos!

Sra. Toral