Extension and Enrichment

Opportunities at Justin

So many choices!

Reach for the Stars Innovate Explore Collaborate Self-Aware Resilient

Principal’s PickNew book shared every six weeks

Being on the Green Team is

more than gardening!

jgavin@nisdtx.org

... Just Imagine... Just Imaginea program where your kids build

confidence through learning,

a program where discovery is the only teacher,

a program that builds lifelong learning and problem-solving skills.

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http://www.nisdtx.org/Page/44401

kbarrett@nisdtx.org

http://fortworth.texasdi.org/

UILUniversity Interscholastic League

This year we are pleased to announce that we will again be participating in the Elementary District UIL event for Northwest ISD (grades 2-5). There are numerous categories in which your child can participate. The following events and grade levels are: Creative Writing (Grade 2) Storytelling (Grades 2-3) Music Memory (Grades 3-5) Ready Writing (Grades 3-5) Spelling (Grades 3-5) Oral Reading (Grades 3-5) Art Contest (Grades 4-5) Number Sense (Grades 4-5) Chess Puzzles (Grade 4-5) Listening (Grade 5) Maps, Graphs, & Charts (Grade 5)

cpavlakovic@nisdtx.org

#MakerSpaceBuilding a community of makers:

Where students take control of their own learning!

A physical place where students gather to share

resources and knowledge; work on projects, network and BUILD!

sbriseno@nisdtx.orgkbarrett@nisdtx.org

Battle of the Books

America’s #1 Reading Incentive Program

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3rd, 4th and 5th grade

dcoleman@nisdtx.orgnapodaca@nisdtx.org

http://www.battleofthebooks.org/

Leadership Helping youth become responsible, caring citizens by developing leadership skills and

providing opportunities for planning, decision-making, and contributing to our school and

community.

Deadline: October 14th

Contact cpavlakovic@nisdtx.org to get an application.

Student Council Justin Student Council represents the voice of our students. These 4th and 5th graders help to organize community service projects, arrange special school-wide activities, and provide input on school decisions.

dcoleman@nisdtx.org napodaca@nisdtx.org

REFLECTIONS This PTA sponsored contest is a way for students to express themselves in the arts.

See the current theme on the bulletin board in the hallway between the library and lunchroom.

All students get recognized for participation. Campus winners will advance to the state and national level.

Justin Choir 4th and 5th grade only, no tryouts Mondays- 2:55-3:55 Spring Concert-March 22 See mledoux@nisdtx.org

Math Olympiad-A Problem-Solving World Competition

http://www.moems.org/program.htm To stimulate enthusiasm and a love for mathematics To introduce important mathematical concepts To teach major strategies for problem solving To develop mathematical flexibility in solving

problems To strengthen mathematical intuition To foster mathematical creativity and ingenuity To provide for the satisfaction, joy, and thrill of

meeting challenges

kbarrett@nisdtx.org

Push-In with Thinking SkillsWho: 1st and 2nd GradeWhat: An enrichment program that is integrated into existing primary curriculumWhen: 30 minutes a week during schoolWhere: In each 1st and 2nd grade classroomWhy: To develop higher level thinking skills

kbarrett@nisdtx.org

Volunteers Needed