It’s hard to believe it is December already. At DLA we are continuing to focus our school priorities to achieve our end of year goals.

We just wrapped up our Fall into Reading Challenge. Research shows that students who read 20 minutes every day perform better in school. Reading daily increases reading fluency, expands one’s vocabulary, and gives students a change to practice comprehension skills so make sure your child is reading!

Between December 6th-10th K-5 students will take the mid-year reading and math i-Ready assessments to measure their growth from the beginning of the year. Be sure to encourage your child get a good night’s sleep to, do their best, and show what they know. We will share the score reports with you in January during 2nd quarter conferences.

3rd -8th grade students will take end of quarter exams December 13-16 to measure mastery of state standards taught in 2nd quarter. Encourage your child to study, take their time, and do their best on the test. Thursday, December 16th is the last day of 2 nd quarter, so talk to your child about completing any missing work and putting forth effort on assignments and assessments this month.

All students can participate in end of the quarter Spirit Week from December 13-16.

The daily themes are:

Monday, December 13: Favorite Sports Team

Tuesday, December 14: Twin Day

Wednesday, December 15: Cozy Day/College Exam Attire

Thursday, December 16: Holiday Festive Attire

We are excited for our first annual Holidays on Campus event on Thursday, December 16. DLA middle school students are planning and leading activities for K-5 classes. Students will make a craft, decorate a cookie, and make a card.