20 Nov 2014
Thursday, November 20, 2014

Guidance Update: Nov. 21, 2014

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Students who plan on taking the January 14 SAT exam need to turn in their applications to Ms. Yokia by December 1. Any students who have received an after-school letter need to notify Guidance or Room 109 that they will not be attending after-school tutoring. read more →

20 Nov 2014
Thursday, November 20, 2014

Fresh Tea

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SLAS is always happy to continue growing. Several beverages are offered during lunch and we have made one more addition to the many options that students have. SLAS students are now able to have freshly brewed, non-sweetened tea. If you prefer your child to stay away from sugary drinks then tell them to be sure.. read more →

20 Nov 2014
Thursday, November 20, 2014

Cooking Class

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One of the latest additions to the SLAS Elective class offerings is Cooking. Last year was the first year Cooking was offered as an elective for middle and high school students. From the beginning it was huge success. read more →

20 Nov 2014
Thursday, November 20, 2014

Parkway Health Calendar Competition

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SLAS is once again being represented in Parkway Health’s annual calendar. Teresa Choi from Ms. Leslie’s Grade 2 class was chosen as one of the 12 winners for the contest. There will be an awards ceremony held in January. Teresa’s drawing will be framed and her name will be engraved on an award she will.. read more →

20 Nov 2014
Thursday, November 20, 2014

Thanksgiving and Core Values

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Thanksgiving is upon us and many would agree that it is a great holiday to celebrate. It is perhaps one of the most important holidays for Americans. Regardless of background, all people can come together and appreciate all the many wonderful things they have in their lives. Additionally, Thanksgiving is not attached to any religion.. read more →

17 Nov 2014
Monday, November 17, 2014

Secondary Music

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In music class we are continuing to work on basic techniques on our various instruments.  In woodwind class, we have addressed breathing and fingerings.  We are now working on aural skills and understanding musical phrasing. In strings class, we are putting the final touches on Jingle Bells for the winter concert, and we are starting.. read more →

17 Nov 2014
Monday, November 17, 2014

Elementary Update: Nov 14, 2014

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BEGINNING ESL The whole class learned about 4 reading skills: use the pictures, think about what I know, figure out new words and retell the story. The main focuses for first graders were about predicting a picture walk through reading illustration, recognizing high frequency words in the reading text, and writing a book report with.. read more →

17 Nov 2014
Monday, November 17, 2014

Early Years Update: Nov 14, 2014

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NURSERY What a fun week in Nursery! This week theme: Harvest / Fruits We showed different kinds of fruits with different sizes and colors for the children to sort, count and explore. We read the scholastic book “The Biggest Apple Ever” and sang the song “I Like to Eat Apples and Bananas“. For art and.. read more →

17 Nov 2014
Monday, November 17, 2014

Sports Update: Oct. 2014

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Another week of games. We encourage all of our parents to come out and support our Wildcat athletes. Parent support and enthusiasm is an active way of demonstrating SLAS Core Values of being a Confident Individual, Proficient Communicator, and even a Creative Thinker and Compassionate Citizen. Go Wildcats! read more →

17 Nov 2014
Monday, November 17, 2014

Jog-a-thon (postponed)

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We have all been excitedly waiting for the Jog-a-thon to arrive; however, poor air quality did not permit us to hold our event. While we want to keep our students safe, we will definitely be holding the Jog-a-thon next Wednesday, November 19. As with all other activities and events, SLAS will delay, postpone, or cancel.. read more →