Hello, everyone:

I would like to take a minute to explain the new program that some of your children will be enrolled in. It is called "Read 180." The program is computer-driven for Skills Block time, and uses Independent Reading and Workperiods just as we are used to doing. The computer component of the course makes it very appealing to students, and makes it easy for me to see what progess my students are making as they work through the various exercises. I think it will help my students to make lots of progress toward reading on grade level this year.

The advanced students will be refining their writing skills, in addition to doing some research projects each nine weeks' grading period. I am looking forward to getting started with them.

Please make sure your child has his or her supplies for the class:

• A one inch three ring binder
• Notebook paper
• Pens and pencils (ink in any color but red)
• A highlighter of your child's choice

We will begin to work immediately on the first day of school, so please make sure your child brings these supplies with him or her on Monday.

If you have questions, please feel free to call me: 381-7440, x. 187

Thanks for your help.

Mrs. Short