Text Box: Hello, It’s hard to believe that one quarter of the school year is coming upon us. Our students and teachers are working extremely hard to maximize learning for all of our students. We have quite a few activities planned for the month of October. One planned activity is Parent Night(s). October 20 will be Parent Night for Kindergarten/2nd grade/4th grade students and their families, while October 22 will be Parent Night for 1st grade/3rd grade/5th grade. Each night will consist of each teacher providing an overview of their classroom, an opportunity to schedule individual conferences with teachers, and presentation of G.C. Burkhead’s testing information. Each student should be bringing home a flyer that provides more specific information. We look forward to providing an opportunity to discuss information with each student’s teacher. With flu season upon us, please remind your student of the recommended hand washing procedures. One of the best forms of prevention is to consistently wash hands. Our school staff is working to provide students with a sanitary environment. The character education trait for the month of October is Self-Discipline. Self-Discipline is the concept of doing what’s right, even when no one else is looking. Completing tasks on time, setting goals and developing strategies to meet the goals, and understanding the concept of delayed gratification are all traits of self-discipline. The Hardin County Schools Fall Break is scheduled for Oct. 5-12. Students return to school on Tuesday, October 13. I hope the break allows time to be spent with families, and some much needed rest. If I can answer any questions, please contact our office at 769-5983. Sincerely, Bryan Lewis Text Box: Text Box: WHAT’S GOING ON AT BURKHEAD? Text Box: Grandparents Lunch for Third Grade The Family Resource Center, Title 1, and Extended School Services invite grandparents to lunch with their third graders this month. More information will come home soon, but please see the calendar below for class dates and time.

Teacher

Date

Time

Ms. Goodman

October 20

11:20-11:45

Ms. Riggs

October 21

11:25-11:50

Ms. Rogers

October 22

11:20-11:45

Ms. Heady

October 23

11:25-11:50

Ms. Schirmer

October 26

11:30-11:55