Sunday, April 29, 2012


From the desk of Mrs.Orton
April 30, 2012

Thought: The worth of a book is to be measured by what you can carry away from it.  ~James Bryce

Students will not be able to charge their accounts for any amount, for any reason after May 18th. Please remember the system does not allow anyone to charge their account any amount over $5.00 at anytime. Please plan accordingly to help us run smoothly.
Thank you for your cooperation.

Tera Thompson
 Lunch Secretary

We are now reviewing and beginning the End of Level Testing. It is very important that your student is on time and attends school daily.  I also would like to encourage your student to take UTips tests online at home to qualify for our banana split party. Thanks for your support to help your student feel successful.  Time to get to bed earlier and eat a good breakfastJ

Upcoming Dates:

April 30th- UTIPS Banana Split Party and End Of Level Testing Begins
BRAIN FOOD Volunteers-Thank You for your donation!!
Notice the attached sheet for assignments.
May 2nd, Wed.- Teacher Requests Due/Early Out Tutoring 1:30-2:00

Utah Core Update:

REVIEWING and TESTING IN ALL AREAS NOW….
UTIPS TESTS can count for nightly reading- 80% =Parent Signature
Social Studies-Time is running out to pass off items for the Patriot Award!! Keep Trying and remember to pass off things at school.
State Report Assignment sent out today-Due week of May 14th with poster display. See attached paper.

Questions/Concerns: valerie.orton@ironmail.org, School 586-2840 or send a note with your student. Thanks for your help and support! We have a great class! I’m sad to see the year coming to an end.

Monday, April 23, 2012


From the desk of Mrs.Orton
April 23, 2012

Thought: A smile is the light in the window of your face that tells people you're at home.  ~Author Unknown

We are now reviewing for the End of Level Testing. It is very important that your student is on time and attends school daily.  I also would like to encourage your student to take UTips tests online at home to qualify for our banana split party. Thanks for your support to help your student feel successful.

A note from the Principal
Dear Parents,

I would like to ask for your support in helping us address the issue of students arriving at school too early.  We ask that students not arrive earlier than 8:30 AM.  This allows for appropriate supervision for the students and ample time for teachers and staff to prepare for the day.  I would like to express my appreciation to you for your willingness to support us with this issue. 

Sincerely,

Steve Burton
Principal, East Elementary

Upcoming Dates:
April 24th-Tues.- 5th Grade Science Trading AM
April 25th- Wed. Early Out-Math Tutoring 1:30-2:00
April 26th- Tues.- 5th Grade Science Trading AM
April 20th-Mon.- End of Level Testing Begins
May 2nd- Teacher Requests Due
Watch for Summer Birthday Celebration Dates

Utah Core Update:
REVIEWING IN ALL AREAS NOW
UTIPS TESTS can count for nightly reading- 80% =Parent Signature

Questions/Concerns: valerie.orton@ironmail.org, School 586-2840 or send a note with your student. Thanks for your help and support! We have a great class!

Tuesday, April 17, 2012


From the desk of Mrs.Orton
April 17, 2012

Thought: We are now reviewing for the End of Level Testing. It is very important that your student is on time and attends school daily.  I also would like to encourage your student to take UTips tests online at home to qualify for our banana split party. Thanks for your support to help your student feel successful.

A note from the Principal
Dear Parents,

I would like to ask for your support in helping us address the issue of students arriving at school too early.  We ask that students not arrive earlier than 8:30 AM.  This allows for appropriate supervision for the students and ample time for teachers and staff to prepare for the day.  I would like to express my appreciation to you for your willingness to support us with this issue. 

Sincerely,

Steve Burton
Principal, East Elementary

Upcoming Dates:
April 18th-Wed.-Early Out-Math Tutoring 1:30-2:00
April 20th-Fri.-Maturation Program 2:00 p.m./Permission slip required
April 24th-Tues.- 5th Grade Science Trading AM
April 25th- Wed. Early Out-Math Tutoring 1:30-2:00
April 26th- Tues.- 5th Grade Science Trading AM
May 2nd- Teacher Requests Due

Utah Core Update:
REVIEWING IN ALL AREAS NOW
UTIPS TESTS can count for nightly reading- 80% =Parent Signature

Questions/Concerns: valerie.orton@ironmail.org, School 586-2840 or send a note with your student. Thanks for your help and support! We have a great class!