Parent Information

08/28/23

Reading

I can develop an understanding of the concept of regions by learning about the four physical regions of Texas: Mountains and Basins, Great Plains, North Central Plains, Coastal Plains.

Writing

Students will draft a personal narrative that includes an introduction/conclusion, beginning/middle/end, and relevant details that support their message. Students then reflect on their drafts and how closely they connect to their planning.

Math

I can round multi-digit numbers to the hundred thousands place.

I can demonstrate if the answer to a problem is reasonable using estimation.

Social Studies

I can fill in a plot map, while reading a story, with plot elements including characters, setting, problem, rising action, climax, falling action, and resolution.

Science

I can measure the mass of objects by using a bucket balance and triple beam balance, and compare the accuracy of the measurements.

I can give information to a partner using the words balance, mass, grams, and matter.

Important Dates

August

08-28. First day parents at lunch.

September

09-01 Teacher work day/Student holiday.

09-04. Holiday

09-12. PTO assembly at 9 am.

09-14. PTO McDonald's Spirit night.

09-15. GMS

09-18. Celebrate freedom week/College week.

09-22. GMS

09-28. Picture day.

09-29. GMS/American Indian Heritage Day/ Slaughter night at the stadium.

Important Information

The 23-24 School Supply lists can be found on the Slaughter Elementary website: https://schools.mckinneyisd.net/slaughter/about-slaughter/district-services/school-supply-lists-2023-2024/?mibextid=Zxz2cZ&fbclid=IwAR2nIuI6V9r1kwWKcO2fJgl80IumeMc-3ivOerxZN2z32ot7r4tArD7NLAA

Shop the new Wolfpack spirit wear: https://www.hometeamprints.net/store#!/Slaughter-Wolfpack/c/58966733

Slaughter Elementary will be participating in the American Cancer Society's Relay for Life. If your child would like to donate $1 on Fridays, they can wear a hat to school. At the end of the year, we will donate all money raised to the American Cancer Society. Have your child give their dollar to their teacher. Thanks so much for your support!

Visit the counselor's website for monthly guidance summaries, activities, and resources!

Reading and learning resources are available on the Slaughter Learning Commons website: tinyurl.com/slalc

We are so proud of our refreshed school building! Take a look at the article posted by the district communication department: https://www.mckinneyisd.net/news-events/article/a-new-look-and-a-fresh-beginning-for-slaughter-elementary-after-summer-building-update/

All students brought home a School Store Online fundraiser packet with information about our current school fundraiser. All fundraising will be done online. Look for all of the directions about creating an account online and how to earn money for our school. When you sign up, you'll be given a code to write on a form to send back to school to get a participation prize. No money is required to get the "thank you" for participating prize. This fundraiser will last all year long, so you'll have many opportunities to support our school for very minimal effort and expense.

Mark your calendars: September 1st and September 4th are student holidays. School will be closed on these days.

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