Mr. Peterman’s Update for week of September 2-5

Dear Parents,

Well we have made it through the first week. The kids were a little tired at times but really did quite well. We are working to get ourselves into a routine so hope that helps. The kids seem to be happy to be back. I am overly happy as well to see their smiling faces once again. I have seen a lot of growing up in some of my students and look to them having a wonderful year.
This year we are happy to welcome Christian Everett comes to us from Appleview and Sandra DeVault comes to us from Byron Center. I also want to welcome back to our class my teacher assistants. My teacher assistants are as follows: Mrs. Dorwin and Mrs. Fuller (new to the class) these ladies are with me on Monday, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. New to the classroom and with me only on Tuesdays are Mr. Dorwin and Mrs. Wilde.

I want to thankyou for being efficient in returning the forms I handed out at open house or on the first day of school. If you haven’t returned them please do so. If you lost them I can get you another one. These forms help me when needing information in case of an emergency. If you are working on getting a Special Olympic physical just turn in the form when it is completed.

As we begin the year I look forward to working with each and every one of you . Your son or daughter is a very important part of my life and I want to be sure you feel the same. Your decision are very important to help me get to know your son or daughter better.  As I stated in my earlier letter the best way to get ahold of me is through email. I can be reached at doug.peterman@spartaschools.org  the phone does work and you can dial 616-887-8211 /ext 2319 and I will get your message as well. I will work as efficiently as I can to return your emails or phone calls. I am working on getting daily planners to be used for communication as well. These planners have been ordered and should arrive at yor doorsteps soon. These messages wil be short notes to help you communicate with your son or daughter as to how their day may have been.

Just a few updates on upcoming events:

Thursday, September 11, 2014 School Picture Day. I am sending you a form today so you can review and return if you desire to have school pictures of your son or daughter. Please be very specific and put the money in an envelope. I will be sure the photographer gets your packet.

Wednesday, September 17, 2014(tentatively scheduled) we are planning on going to the movies. We will be seeing the LEGO movie at Celebration cinema. The kids will have pop and popcorn for a simple cost of 3.00 if you can help subdue the cost.

Finally, if you could help out with some simple supplies it is greatly appreciated. We can always use Kleenex, sanitary wipes, markers, expo markers or even hand held sanitizers. Anything is appreciated.

As the months go by I will send out email blasts so you have the information provided. Most of this will be an attachment to email so I hope you get it. Thanks for your listening ear and support as always. I look forward to a great year.

Doug Peterman