Attention 4th and 5th graders. If you are interested in joining our Mossman Robotics team please fill out the online application by clicking the link . Robotics will meet on Mondays from 3:00-3:45 and Tuesday and Thursday mornings form 7:15 -7:45. All meetings will be held in the library. We are excited to start our new year! Go Knights!!
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Huge thanks goes out to Chick-fil-A at 96 and South Shore Blvd. They donated the super yummy chopped BBQ chicken sandwiches, Mac and cheese, baked beans, chips and brownies today for Mossman Elementary welcome back teachers lunch! It is awesome to have this business support the local community.
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Are you hooked on Pinterest yet? Maybe it's been a while since you checked it out? Heck, you might even be saying "What is Pinterest?"
Whether you’re looking for art and crafts, healthy recipes or tips to get your kids reading, Pinterest has them all. But how do you find the best stuff? Cathy James from the Nurture Store put together a list and we are passing it on. Top 10 Pinterest boards for parents 1. NurtureStore has a great selections of kids boards, with new ideas pinned regularly to bring you lots of seasonal ideas. Follow all the boards and I’ll bring you a mix of play ideas including maths, writing, science and crafts 2. The We learn through PLAY! board is my favourite for a great mix of kids ideas. 3. With spring on the way now’s the time to stock up of lots of outdoor and garden play ideas, so check out The Garden Classroom board for inspiration 4. Regular readers will know we’re hooked on playdough so this Playdoughboard is one of our go-to places 5. The Kid Blogger Network Activities and Crafts board, set up by Play Dr Mom and based on the network founded by Jamie at Hands On As We Grow, brings together the best selection of play ideas from over 100 bloggers in the network 6. For the coolest parenting ideas and lots of interesting discussion followThe Parent Watercooler, which is a collaborative board founded by Zina of Let’s Lasso The Moon and delivers the topics everyone’s talking about 7. The Reading and Writing Readiness board, brought to you by Allie from No Time For Flashcards and many others, is full of creative and playful ideas to encourage your children on their way to making their mark 8. Debbie from Rainbows Within Reach has a glorious Children’s Art board which is full of inspiration and with a focus on enjoying the process of creating 9. And don’t forget the grownups! The Creative Mamas Inspiration Cafe is a collective board founded by Alissa from Creative With Kids and has gorgeous ideas to inspire parents to be as creative as their kids 10. Your turn now – what’s in your Top Ten Pinterest Boards for Parents? Leave a comment and share your favourite Waiting until the last minute to get school supplies? Well here is a link to the supply request lists.
Click on the lists and see how easy it is to shop this year! https://www.teacherlists.com/schools/114541-sandra-mossman-elementary How Does TeacherLists Work? School staff upload lists (in any file format!) or create a supply list using our list wizard! Schools easily add a link to their lists on their website and teacher pages and share lists with parents in emails, newsletters, and on Facebook. Parents find and shop their child's supply list easily with the convenience of in-store pickup or one-click shopping from our national retail partners including Target, Walmart and Jet. It is hard to believe that summer is over, and a new school year is here! The beginning of a new school year is often a source of worry for parents, teachers, and students. Here are some suggestions for getting your child ready to start his/her school year right.
The First Day Jitters: Many children are nervous when anticipating a new school year. Sit down with your child and discuss the new year. Talk about catching up with old friends and meeting new ones and learning the classroom rules. Also discuss the details of the expected school day. Be sensitive to how your child feels and help him/her talk it out. Take the Time: Getting to know your child’s teacher and school are important. Let the teacher know that you would appreciate any feedback on your child’s progress — both positive and negative. If something unusual is going on in your family, let the teacher know so that he/she can be sensitive to your child’s needs. If you have the time, introduce yourself to other school staff members that might have contact with your child. Finding a Place: Designate a place for your child to complete his/her homework, such as the bedroom desk or kitchen table. This place should be well-lit and as free of distractions as possible. Keep materials on hand that your child might need to complete homework— paper, pencils, and a dictionary. Routines, Routines, Routines: Set aside a time each night to complete homework. Discuss with your child a time that might work best— right after school, after dinner, etc. Some children attend after-school programs and might be able to complete some of their homework there. If your child does attend an after-school program, review homework with him/her at home. Set aside time to study for tests or upcoming quizzes that your child might have. High Expectations: Children respond to the expectations that the adults in their lives set for them. Help motivate your child by providing positive feedback to instill self-confidence in your child. Praise your child and make a point to encourage your child’s best efforts. Model Behavior: Children often model the behaviors they observe in adults. Read with your child at night or set aside a family reading time where everyone reads something of their choice. Keep plenty of reading materials available—books, magazines, newspapers—so that your child has something to pick up and read. Parent-Teacher Conferences: Before parent-teacher conferences, talk with your child about what he/she thinks is going well at school and what he/she might be struggling with at school. At the conference ask about your child’s progress and expect the teacher to show you samples of your child’s work. Also, talk to the teacher about ways you can work at home to help your child. Support Your School: Support your school by participating in school events. Look for specific ways that you can support your child’s school. (Like Joining the PTA for example - hint, hint!) Volunteer in the classroom; offer to speak to your child’s class about a special hobby or expertise you have. By volunteering at your child’s school, you will send a positive message to the teachers and others that work with your child on a daily basis. At various times during the school year, you may need to contact your school to speak with teacher, the principal, counselors, or others. Create a list of these important phone numbers and email addresses to keep in your purse, wallet, or on the refrigerator. Be sure to list the main office hours as well as important dates. The Mossman PTA is made up of other parents going through the sames things you are, and we will try and be a resource and a support system, too! Let's all work together to make this a great 2017-2018 school year! #GOKnights Resource National Education Association - www.nea.org/parents/startnewyeartips.html. Retrieved 7/19/06 and an article called "How to Start the School Year Right" By Audrey Prince, M.Ed. W are about 2 weeks away from the annual Texas sales tax holiday. This year the tax-free weekend will run from August 11th-13th
You might be wondering why the tax holiday is starting earlier than usual; it’s because many school districts have already started and others will soon follow. The annual Texas Sales tax holiday is on its way and families are getting ready to shop for back-to-school items and supplies. This is also a chance for retailers to stir up traffic before summer ends. According to the law, retailers aren't required to collect state and local sales or use tax on most clothing and footwear that are sold for less than $100 during tax-free weekend. The sales tax exemption for Texas also includes items sold online, or by telephone or mail. Shoppers can use layaway plans to also get the tax break. Not included in the tax break are jewelry, handbags, luggage, wallets, watches, Apple iPhones, and new sports equipment. To make the most out of tax-free weekend this year, here are a few recommendations for shoppers : * Make a shopping list. Even if there’s not a school supply list yet, people can still purchase other items like school clothing and in-class school essentials like pens, notebooks, and backpacks. *Make a list for each child. This will allow you to get through your list more quickly and easily. * Create a budget. Do a price search online for the items on the list and add them all up. * Clip online coupons, and make note of the discount. * Monitor pricing EARLY. This is key to finding good deals on quality products. * Take advantage of discounts. Many stores offer student and teacher discounts on hot items like laptops and uniforms. * Check the refund and exchange policies. Be sure you can exchange or return items that are purchased during this time. And most importantly: * Know the difference between “Back-to-School Sale” and tax-free items. Retail stores may advertise back-to-school sales because they know consumers are buying items for the upcoming school year. Certain discounts will still have taxes applied to them unless the item qualifies. The Texas Comptroller of Public Affairs has a “fine print” of the items included in the sale. The specifications can be found at the Texas Comptroller’s website. The Texas tax break weekend that has been an annual event since 1999, will start on August 11th and end on August 13th. (Helpful information taken from KRISTV.com - Thank You!) Welcome to the Mossman Knights Family! Be sure to follow us here at mossmanpta.com and on our Mossman PTA facebook page for information! Also, be sure to visit the PTA table at
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