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May 2020-21NewsletterRustic Oak Elementary1302 Rustic LanePearland, TX 77581281-482-5400Beth WestPrincipalKara CookAssistant PrincipalA Word From Mrs. WestIt is hard to believe that another school year is comingto a close. This year has proved to be another fabulous year at Rustic Oak in the midst of the continuedglobal pandemic. As we come to the end of this schoolyear, please note all of the upcoming dates. We appreciate all of our parent support.I want to wish each Rustic family a very safe and enjoyable summer vacation. I look forward to seeing ourreturning students in August.To our amazing fourth grade students, I wish you thevery best as you move on to middle school next year.Your Rustic Oak teachers have worked hard to prepare you over the years, and I know you will be successful. Best wishes and all my love!Upcoming Events5-3 through 5-7 National Music Week5-3 through 5-7 Teacher Appreciation Day5-52nd Grade Math Benchmark5-62nd Grade Reading Benchmark5-113rd & 4th Grade Math STAAR Test forOn campus students5-123rd & 4th Grade Reading STAAR Test forOn campus studentsSchool Nurse’s Day5-133rd & 4th Grade Remote students invited oncampus for Math STAAR TestMake-up STAAR testingPTA meeting at 6PM via ZoomSincerely,5-143rd & 4th Grade Remote students invited oncampus for Reading STAAR TestBeth WestMake-up STAAR TestingPrincipal5-18All library books are dueGringo’s Spirit Day 11am—9 pm5-21Last Day of Reading AR points5-271 PM Early Release & Report Cards

Musical MemosWe have had a great year in the music room. We studied the history of music throughout the year, and listened to many amazing pieces by composers throughout history. We also took time during March to celebrate Music in Our School Month by asking students to finish the statement, “Music makes me .” We used these responses to create a mural of all the ways musicmakes an impact on each of us. I hope you enjoy these pictures of some of our amazing learning opportunities this year.Sara JohnsonRustic Oak Music TeacherAttendanceNo More Tardies or Early Check Outs, Please! We are still working to improve this.If children don’t attend school regularly, they miss out on foundational reading and math skills and the good habit ofattendance that will carry them into college and careers. Data has shown that children who were absent in kindergarten and first grade (missing two days of school per month) were far less likely to read proficiently at the end of thirdgrade. Students are tardy if they are not in the classroom before the 8 am bell. Further, our school day does not enduntil 3:35. Please do not check your student out early because he/she will miss important information and interruptthe learning environment of the other students.Here is an 81 second video to share with your students: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v AC3u0 9dVPUREMINDER: If you are moving out of our attendance zone, or outof district and not returning next year, please notify the front office. Thank you!

Counselor CornerMayFor the month of May, Pearland ISD is focusing on the word priorities and balance.Priority is defined as something that is more important than other things and that needs to be done or dealtwith first. Priorities are the things that someone cares about and thinks are important.As adults we know that balance and priorities in life are two essential elements. And, it’s never too early tostart helping kids focus on these things as well. But remember, what we model is what they will follow.Setting priorities is a learned task. Here are some tips for parents on how to help you and your childrenlearn to prioritize and find balance in a world full of lots of choices! Use vacations, summer break and other periods of free time to create a family “bucketlist” of sorts. Write down everything that needs to be done and everything everyone wants to do duringthat period of relative free time. Now, work as a family to prioritize the list. How many things can you realistically do in that amount of time? What things must be done? What things seem like they must be done, butcould be done another time without negative consequences? What things are the most important to complete? Is there a way to prioritize the list so the most things get done School work is a great way to teach priorities and consequences. Which subjects does yourchild think he should spend the most time studying? Should she prioritize getting her homework done beforerelaxing or does relaxing for a few minutes before working make her more productive? What are the consequences of not putting a high enough priority on a school project versus playing a game? Allowances are another way to help your child practice setting priorities. Should he spendmoney on candy or save for the camera he wants? How many quality, classic outfits can she get with themoney she has? Money is a great way to teach kids how to make decisions now with future goals in mind. Service work is another way for your children to practice setting priorities. How much timeand money should your family set aside to help others? Who should get how much? Who is the most important person or group to serve today? Who will benefit the most from their service?Set aside a relaxed time to discuss your family’s priorities. What happens when you have to decidebetween two things which seem equally important? Throw out some scenarios to your older children thatyou and your spouse had to face in your younger years. What would your children have done in your situation? How did they make their choice? What were your priorities at the time and what are they now?Here is a great video that you can watch with your kids to illustrate the importance of puttingimportant things first. You can actually do the activity as well to make it more impactful.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v m0hqBIugr7IMrs. Golden, Campus Counselor

From the NurseMedication—If you have medication at school, I will be contacting you to pick up theremaining medication. Every school year we start all over again with new medicationsand paperwork.If your student has an appointment with the doctor during August before school starts,that is a good time to get refills on the prescriptions or any emergency medications thatmay need to be brought to school.Immunizations—elementary students must be complete when they enroll and currentlythere are no vaccines that are due for this age group after they enroll. If your child is ona catch-up schedule, you should already be aware of the scheduled due date for themissing vaccines.

Coaches CornerWOW! We can’t believe May is already here. This year has flown by and we’ve enjoyed every bit of it.Thanks for supporting us this year and helping it to be a FANTASTIC year!This month we will be busy completing our fitness testing for 3rd and 4th grade. Our younger grades willbe participating in activities reviewing skills we’ve learned this year. Once our testing is finished we willstart our kickball unit for 2nd-4th grade. We also have our water safety lessons that we will be doing withall our students preparing them for summer fun.We hope everyone has a fun, safe and VERY ACTIVE summer!Thanks for your support,Coach Barley and Coach RandallNews From the Art Room!It has been a great and creative year for our Rustic Oak artists! The year is coming to anend and students will be reflecting on the artists and art periods they have learned aboutthroughout the year, reviewing the elements and principles of art we have covered and talking about why they are important to creating a great art piece. We will be heading off tosummer with some printmaking projects in all grade levels.I hope everyone has an amazing summer. Keep on creating!Elan Lam, Rustic Oak Art TeacherLibrary News—Dates to Know:May 6th– Last day to get new library books.May 18th– All Library Books Due.May 18th– Read Nation Contest Virtual Event for top 50 readers.May 21st– Last Day For AR Points.May 24th– Ice Cream party for students with 100 AR points OR 10 Bluebonnet Books read.Amber KellyLibrarianRustic Oak Elementary

Attendance RemindersThe Texas Education Agency requires that letters be sent to parentsand/or guardians notifying them that their child has accumulated three, seven ormore unexcused absences. Please keep in mind that these letters are notmeant to be offensive; however, they are used as part of an attendance monitoring plan to provide parents/guardians who are legally responsible for theirchildren's attendance with a warning, that these absences have occurred and remind them of thestate law.Remember: anytime your child is absent, send a note explaining the reason for theabsence (within three school days), or you may complete the online attendance note located on thePearland ISD webpage under the Parents tab and Absence reporting . We cannot acceptemail excuse notes from the parents/guardians, phone calls, or faxes.Contact Edna Darby if you have any questions or concerns: darbye@pearlandisd.orgBuffalo BonanzaDress Up DaysWe want to end the year with a bang. Thelast rotation of Specials will be filled withfun activities and dress up days. Studentswill follow the color day rotation and participate in the following activities:Wed, May 19:The Summer Sun is Starting to Shine—Wear a HATThurs, May 20:It’s Almost Luau Time—Wear a Hawaiian Shirt or LeiFri, May 21:PE:Field Day Game StationsArt:Summer Sidewalk ArtLibrary:BINGO BonanzaMusic:Dancing DiscoOur excitement is GLOWING—Wear Neon ColorsMon, May 24:Celebrate our Great School Year—Wear Super Hero ShirtsTues, May 25:Don’t forget to stay active this summer —Wear your favorite jersey or sports shirtWed, May 26:Where are you going on vacation?—Tacky Tourist DayThurs, May 27:Summer is HERE—Wear flip flops

PTA UPDATESFUNDRAISING NEWS: Remember the Fun Run we did at the end of 2019 ? Weraised enough money to purchase and install a playground shade. Due to the pandemic, itgot delayed, but it is finally being installed in May 2021 !! We cannot wait for it.SPIRIT NIGHT: Have a treat and help Rustic on May 5 th from 2-9pm at Menchie’s FrozenYogurt on Pearland Parkway.HOSPITALITY: Thank you to all that signed up for goodies so we could celebrate thestaff at Rustic during the months of April and May. Be on the lookout for some info aboutTeachers’ Appreciation Week May 3-7.NATURE CENTER: If you are interested in helping in the Nature Center on weekendsor this summer, please send an email to RusticOakTxPTA@gmail.comMEMBERSHIP MEETING: May 13, 2021 at 6pm via Zoom. Info will be sent via skyward and posted on Facebook.GET INVOLVED WITH THE PTA: Attend the May meeting to find out about PTA committees and ways you can be part of your child’s education.Be sure to “like” our Facebook page Rustic Oak Elementary PTA for updates, announcements, and reminders. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the Rustic OakPTA, please contact us on Facebook or email at RusticOakTxPTA@gmail.comThank you for all your support! PTA Board

SPIRIT NIGHT: Have a treat and help Rustic on May 5th from 2-9pm at Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt on Pearland Parkway. HOSPITALITY: Thank you to all that signed up for goodies so we could celebrate the staff at Rustic during the months of April and May. Be on the lookout