Weekly Notes....
November 6th, 2009
Happy Birthday Katie Lorence (3rd Grade teacher) November 14h
Information:
1. Picture retakes will be on Tuesday, November 17th. If you plan to have your child's picture retaken please send the original packet with him/her. If you wish to have your child's picture taken for the first time please send the money for the pictures with your child.
2. The Zeman student council is sponsoring a food drive during the week of November 16th-20th. Their collection goal is 900 food items. If each student and staff person is able to donate 2 cans of food we will meet our goal. However, you may send as many cans or boxes of food as you wish.
3. Student council is also collecting box tops as a means of raising money for their organization. Each child has been given a "paper turkey" and has been encouraged to fill up the feathers of their "paper turkey" with box tops and return them to school for a small prize.
4. Zeman students are invited to attend the UNL women's basketball game at the Bob Devaney sports center. The UNL team will speak to the 4th and 5th grade students and provide free tickets to all students. The ticket will provide free admission to five family members to the 2:00 game. Zeman students will be seated together. Come on out and cheer on the team!
Dates:
Nov. 17th Picture Retakes
Nov. 19th Zeman night at Don and MillieÕs
Nov. 20th UNL WomenÕs Basketball Team presentation to 4th and 5th Grade students
Nov. 22nd UNL WomenÕs Basketball Game- Spotlight on schools 2:00
Nov. 24th Early Release PLC 1:33
Nov. 25th Teacher Plan Day
Nov. 25th-29th Thanksgiving Break
November 6th, 2009
Happy Birthday Mary Kunes Neary (ELL teacher) November 13th
Information:
1. Progress reports will be going home in Wednesday folders on November 11th. If you have questions or do not receive your child's progress report please contact your child's teacher.
2. Planning for the Zeman construction project is well under way. I meet with the LPS construction team and the architect every two weeks to give input regarding plans. At this point the major portion of these meetings is dedicated to the design of the interior of the building as walls classroom pods are made into individual classrooms. The custodian and I will meet with a district representative who is responsible for the physical relocation of Zeman to the south site. He has been involved in seventeen relocations so he is very knowledgeable about how to facilitate the move off site.
3. Save the Date! Sunday, November 22nd will be Zeman School day at the "Spotlight On Schools" day at the UNL women's basketball game. Each student will receive a free ticket that will admit 5 persons to the game for free. Plan on bring your whole family and cheering on the Huskers. The game begins at 2:00 p.m.
Dates:
Nov. 11th Progress Reports Go Home
Nov. 11th 5th/4th Grade to Sheldon
Nov. 17th Picture Retakes
Nov. 18th UNL Women's Basketball Team presentation to 4th and 5th Grade students
Nov. 22nd UNL Women's Basketball Game- Spotlight on schools 2:00
Nov. 24th Early Release PLC 1:33
Nov. 25th Teacher Plan Day
Nov. 25th-29th Thanksgiving Break
October 23rd, 2009
Happy Birthday Jamie Treat (Kindergarten teacher), October 27th and Susan Otte (Art teacher), November 4th, and Becky Zakrzewski (First Grade teacher), November 8th
Thank you to all of the parents who helped with the fall parties. The children enjoyed the games, crafts and treats that were provided by the PTA.
Information:
1. Absences due to flu like symptoms seem to have peaked last week. Our rate of absences this week was back within normal numbers. Our hope is that this long break will enable everyone to get healthy again.
2. This week in celebration of Red Ribbon Week, Mrs. Wittwer planned a "drug free" theme for each day. One of the best things that you as a parent can do is to discuss your expectation that your child will remain drug free and give them ideas for handling peer pressure to make bad choices. The week was culminated with a visit from two UNL athletes, Blake Lawrence and Jessica Yanz who shared the importance for making good choices to work hard in school and refuse to get involved with drugs.
3. PTA will meet on Tuesday, November 3rd. All families are invited to attend the 7:00 p.m. meeting.
Dates:
October 26-30 Fall Break
November 3rd PTA 7:00 p.m.
November 5th Chess Club begins 3:00 p.m.
November 11th 4th and 5th Grade Sheldon Art Gallery
November 17th Picture Retakes
November 24th PLC Early Release 1:33
November 25th -29th Thanksgiving Break
October 16th, 2009
Happy Birthday Carla Hedlund (Kdg. Teacher) October 17th and Jamie Treat )Kdg. Teachers) October 27th
Information:
1. Zeman made the headlines this week for an excessive number of absences due to illness. The highest number of illnesses was on Tuesday and that number has declined since then. We are hoping that the weekend will give students time to rest and get well by Monday. Teachers have appreciated the efforts of parents in helping keep students caught up with work by requesting homework for them.
2. Individual pictures were taken today. We appreciate the parents who helped with school pictures. The picture retake day will be on November 17th. Students who were either absent , did not have their picture money with them at the first picture setting, or who were not satisfied with their original pictures may plan to have their picture retaken at this time.
3. Friday, October 23rd is the day that the class fall parties are scheduled. Students will also celebrate the culmination of Red Ribbon Week at the Student of the Month Celebration at 9:30 a.m. We will also have our annual Big Red Tailgate at lunch. The lunch menu has been changed for Friday to hamburgers and hotdogs rather than grilled cheese and soup.
4. Tuesday October 20th is a PLC day so students will be dismissed at 1:33 p.m. Fall break will be from October 26th through Friday October 30th. School will resume on November 2nd.
5. This past Monday staff visited the south site where Zeman will relocate next fall during our indoor air quality project. We were excited to see it and believe that it will work out well for us for that year. We plan to have a spring open house for parents and students so that you can get a picture of the temporary school. We will also host a parent meeting with LPS representatives from the transportation department.
Dates:
October 20th PLC Day early dismissal 1:33
October 23rd End of Quarter Celebration Tailgate Party, Lunch
October 23rd Student of the Month Recognition 9:30
October 23rd Fall Parties 2:00
October 26-30 Fall Break
November 2nd Classes Resume
October 9, 2009
Happy Birthday! Carla Hedlund (Kdg. teacher), October 17th and Jamie Treat (Kdg. Teacher) ,October 27th
"Thank you" to all of the parents and grandparents who helped volunteer at the Zeman Book Fair. Staff appreciate Kandy Wade and Wendy Wusso for chairing the book fair event.
Staff also wants to thank Susan Zander and parent volunteers for helping provide conference meals for staff this past week.
Information:
1. Student picture day will be Friday, October 16th. Your student should have brought home an order form this week. The order form and payment should accompany your child at the time he/she has the picture taken. There are additional forms available in the office.
2. In order to keep students as healthy as possible at school students who are sent home with a fever are to remain at home until they have been fever-free without the aid of medication for 24 hours.
3. Please be reminded that this Monday, October 12th is a teacher plan day. Students will not attend school this Monday. Staff will be taking our first visit to the south site on Monday to begin to plan for he move next year.
4. Red Ribbon Week at Zeman will be October 19th through the 23rd. A letter about Red Ribbon week activities will come home in the Wednesday folder. The culmination of the quarter will be our annual tailgate party on the 23rd. Remind your student to wear red!
5. Fall parties will be on October 23rd. If you are able to help with your child's party please call the office. Parents of fifth grade students are especially needed to help with the 5th grade party.
Dates:
October 12th Plan Day No school for students
October 16 Picture Day
October 20th PLC Day early dismissal 1:33
October 23rd End of Quarter Celebration Tailgate Party, Lunch
October 23rd Student of the Month Recognition 9:30
October 23rd Fall Parties 2:00
September 25, 2009
Happy Birthday! Shannon Patenaude (Zeman Paraediucator) October 6th, Bonnie Hotz-McMahon (Coordinator) October 8th Janeen Ward (Kdg Teacher)October 9th
Information:
1. This Tuesday September 29th is a PLC day. Students will be dismissed at 1:33 p.m Lunch schedules will remain the same.
2. Tuesday, September 29th is also the Student of the Month recognition assembly. Teachers choose one student in the grade level who consistently practices the Character Counts traits of citizenship, fairness, trustworthiness, respect, caring, and responsibility.
3. October 6th and 8th are parent teacher conference nights at Zeman. The PTA will also be sponsoring a book fair. Students may purchase books during the day or parents can purchase books on conference nights.
4. As you plan for parent teacher conferences please keep in mind that teachers desire to focus on your child's progress and give your child the attention that he/she deserves during the conference. Because of the importance of the conference we ask that parents make arrangements for younger children rather than bring them to conferences if the younger child might be disruptive to the conference.
Dates:
September 29th Student of the Month 8:30
September 29th PLC Early Release 1:33
October 1st and 2nd 4th Grade Back Heritage School Field Trip
October 5th-8th Zeman Book Fair
October 6th and 8th Parent Teacher Conferences
October 12th Plan Day
September 20, 2009
Happy Birthday Jen Young (paraeducator) September 29th
A big "thank you" to all who were able to help at the Zeman Carnival Friday evening. There was a huge crowd the entire evening. Thanks to Jodi Isom for organizing the carnival. It was a beautiful evening and a great opportunity to visit with other Zeman families.
Information:
1. Its's official! Zeman will be relocating to the South 14th Street location for he 2010-11 school year while our building is renovated. I have experienced relocation when I was the coordinator at Randolph School and we were at the Abbott Sports complex for a year. The students loved the experience because it felt like going on a trip. Staff was able to adapt and loved coming back to a beautiful school in the fall. There will be a parent meeting second semester to give more information regarding the move and bussing to the south site. All Zeman students will be bussed from pick-up spots within the Zeman attendance area. Students who are permitted into Zeman will still be allowed to attend Zeman and may ride the bus from a designated Zeman neighborhood stop. The district is very experienced with moving schools off site and I anticipate that this will be a smooth transition for Zeman staff and students. Stay tuned for more information!
2. BIST Parent Information Night will be held in the Zeman media center this Thursday evening September 24th at 7:00. If you have question regarding the implementation of BIST please attend the meeting.
3. Conferences will be held October 6th and 8th. If you have not signed up please call the Zeman office for an available time. The Zeman book fair will also be held during conference week. If you are available to staff the book fair either during the day or conference evening please call the Zeman office at 436-1169.
Dates:
Sept. 22nd and 23rd Kdg Field Trip to Fire Station
Sept. 24th 5th Grade to Wetlands
Sept. 24th BIST Parent Information Meeting 7:00 Media Center
Sept. 29th PLC Early release 1:33
Oct. 6th and 8th Parent Teacher Conferences
Oct. 5th-9th Zeman Book Fair
September 11, 2009
Happy Birthday! Audrey Giltner 3rd Grade Teacher, September14th
1. The Zeman Carnival is coming! Next Friday, September 18th, the Zeman School grounds will be buzzing with excitement. Please take the opportunity to see your child's classmates and families as you enjoy the games, food and raffle. If you are available to volunteer to help with any part of the carnival please contact Jodi Isom, PTA president or call the school office. If you are willing to donate 2 liter bottles or pop or cakes for the cake walk these items may be dropped off at the Zeman office on Thursday or Friday the 18th.
2. Join other families this coming Thursday, Sept. 17th at Don and Millie's restaurant. Mention that you are with Zeman School and a portion of your purchase will be given to Zeman School.
3. Are you interested in volunteering in your child's classroom or in some other capacity at Zeman? You may attend a volunteer training session on September 23rd at 2:00 and 6:30. You may contact Dr. Hotz-McMahon at 436-1169.
4. Thank you to Lisa Alvarez for serving as the "Birthday Recognition Host". Each month Lisa comes to Zeman during lunch to pass out cupcakes provided by the PTA. Students who have a birthday during the month are given a cupcake.
Dates:
Sept. 17- Zeman Night at Don and Millie's
Sept. 18- Zeman Carnival 5:30-8:00
Sept.22- Kindergarten to the Fire Station 9:00 a.m. (Fox/Ward)
Sept.23- Kindergarten to the Fire Station 9:00 a.m. (Hedlund/Treat)
Sept. 24 5th Grade Trip to the Prairie
Sept.29- PLC Day - Dismiss 1:33
May 29, 2009
Happy Birthday to Kiran Bahl June 5th and Anita Riehl, June 5th, Trisha Knoell June 8th, Nancy Sutton, June 18, and Heidi Grealish, June 30
Congratulations to Noah Brittenham, 5th grade student at Zeman! Noah won the National Guard Star Base essay contest. This summer he will go to Washington D.C. to meet Nebraska representatives and tour the nationÕs capitol.
Information:
1. Please claim any lost and found items by June 4th. Unclaimed items will be donated to a local charity.
2. The last day of school is Thursday, June 4th. The students will attend school for the entire school day.
3. The Zeman media center will be open for students to check out books for four Thursdays beginning June 11th from 9:15 to 12:15. The dates are: June 11th, 18th, 25th, and July 2nd.
4. The Zeman Marathon will be June 3rd at 9:00. Parents are welcome to come and cheer on their student. Students may choose to run 1, 2, or 3 miles, depending on their grade level.
Dates:
June 1st 2nd Grade walks to Larson Park
June 3rd Student of the month and end of the quarter and academic goals celebration
June 3rd Zeman Marathon 9:00
June 4th 5th Grade recognition 1:30
June 4th Last Student Day
June 10th 2nd and 3rd grade summer school begins
June 11th Open media center for all Zeman students
May 22, 2009
Information:
1. Summer Library: Zeman media center will be open to any Zeman student on June 11,18,25, and July 2nd from 9:15-12:15. Please encourage your student to continue reading over the summer.
2. If your child has SNAP account money (lunch money) left from this year it will carry over to next year unless you move out of the LPS district.
3. Lost and Found is overflowing with winter coats, gloves, hats, jackets and mittens!!!! The children were encouraged to sift through these items for the past week and a half. However, items are not being claimed. If your child is missing something you are welcome to go through the lost and found box and retrieve it before it is given to charity June 5th.
4. School will not be in session this Monday because of Memorial Day. The last day of school is June 4th.
Dates:
May 25th Memorial Day No School
May27th 5th Grade to Salt Dogs game 9:30-1:30
May 29 Third Grade goes to Larson Park
June 1st 2nd Grade walks to Larson Park
June 3rd End of Quarter celebration/Student of the Month 8:25
June 3rd Zeman Marathon following the End of Quarter Celebration
June 4th 5th Grade Recognition 1:30
June 4th Last Day of School
May 15, 2009
Congratulations to these students who were winners in the Zeman Bike Rodeo:
Division A - 4th to 5th graders:
.................... Brandon Petray, Tyler LaBudda, Oliver Mullison, and Noah Brittenham.
Division B - 3rd grade and Under:
.....................Easton Nelson, Mandolin Huynh, Corey Krueger, and AJ Romano.
OVERALL WINNER: Brandon Petray
Congratulations to the 4th and 5th grade students and Mr. Regier for an excellent music program last Monday evening.
Information:
1. Zeman students raised $5,687.70 for the Jump Rope for Heart campaign. The top fund raiser was Garrett Brockman. Thank you to Mrs. Ramaeker for organizing the campaign.
2. Lost and Found- This past week all lost and found items were placed on tables in the cafeteria. Students have claimed very few items. Please feel free to look through the lost and found box next week for any items that your child has lost since January. All items will be donated to Goodwill next weekend.
3. Zeman will host summer school for second and third grade students again this summer. If you have a student who could benefit from reading support or math support please contact Mrs. Williams. There is n cost to the summer school.
4. If your student will no tbe attending Zeman next year please inform the office.
5. The last day of school is June 4th. The school hours are the same as usual with dismissal at 2:53.
May 20th Birthday Recognition During Lunch
May 21st Don and MillieÕs Night
May 25th Memorial Day No School
May 29 Third Grade goes to Larson Park
June 1st 2nd Grade walks to Larson Park
June 3rd End of Quarter celebration/Student of the Month 8:25
June 3rd Zeman Marathon following the End of Quarter Celebration
June 4th 5th Grade Recognition 1:30
June 5th Last Day of School
May 9, 2009
Thursday, May 7th we welcomed to Zeman sixty of the anticipated 2009-10 kindergarten class. It was great t be able to meet new Zeman families as well as existing Zeman families. We anticipate about 80 kindergarten students for next fall. Parents also had the opportunity to meet our four kindergarten teachers: Mrs. Hedlund, Mrs. Fox, Ms. Ward, and Mrs. Treat.
Information:
1. Thank you to all parents who have had a part in PTA this past year. This summer Jodi Isom, PTA president and Mrs. Williams will be calling on parents to chair key committees for the 2009-10 school year. Please let Mrs. Williams at 436-1169 know if you would be interested in some particular area of PTA.
2. There have been several staff changes for the 2009-10 school year because of shifts in grade level numbers. Below are some of those changes:
Kdg: Mrs. Treat (formerly reading recovery) and Mrs. Fox (formerly first grade)
2nd Grade: Mrs. Knoell (formerly third grade)
4th Grade: Mrs . Barkemier (formerly third grade)
5th Grade: Mrs. Hunsaker (formerly 4th Grade)
3. 5th Grade and 4th Grade Music Program will be held this Monday evening at 7:00. Students are to arrive at 6:45.
4. This year all 5th grade students in LPS are being treated to a Salt Dogs baseball game on May 27th at 11:00 a.m. Students will be bussed from Zeman and will sit as a group at the game. Information with details will be sent home as the date gets closer.
5. Third through fifth grade students will begin taking the district criterion referenced reading and math tests during the next two weeks of May. If your child is no till please make sure he/she is in attendance at school.
6. Code Red Drill: On Thursday our students practiced code red procedures. The drill consists of staff taking their students to a safe haven in the event of an emergency in the building that might jeopardize the safety of students. The district requires that buildings conduct two drills a year. This allows staff to practice various emergency responder roles so that we also are prepared.
Dates:
May 11th Chorus and Recorder Concert 5th and 4thGrade 1:45 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
May 13th Kdg Puppet Show 12:15
May 20th Birthday Recognition During Lunch
May 21st Don and MillieÕs Night
May 25th Memorial Day No School
May 29 Third Grade goes to Larson Park
June 1st 2nd Grade walks to Larson Park
June 3rd End of Quarter celebration/Student of the Month 8:25
June 3rd Zeman Marathon following the End of Quarter Celebration
June 4th 5th Grade Recognition 1:30
June 5th Last Day of School
May 1, 2009
Happy Birthday Barb DeFreece May 6th!
Congratulations to the 4th and 5th grade students and Mr. Bouffard and Mrs. Wendstrand for the great music concert this past Thursday evening. Students have learned a lot in a short time.
Information:
1. On Tuesday, May 5th Zeman will host the city elections. There will be several parking spots dedicated to voters. Thank you for your cooperation.
2. During the next several weeks the 3rd and 4th grade students will have the opportunity to speak with the instrumental teachers at Zeman in order to help them decide whether or not they might be interested in taking a band or string instrument. Please encourage your child to try an instrument. Getting involved in music is a positive experience for children.
3. This Thursday, May 7th at 3:15 is kindergarten orientation. We will be welcoming incoming kindergarten families. If you have friends or neighbors who have not yet registered their student please let them know that the time to enroll is now.
4. The last PTA meeting of the year will be held this Tuesday, May 5th at 7:00 p.m. We appreciate all that the PTA does to support our school programs ad students. This summer Jodi Isom and Mrs. Williams will be calling to recruit parents to serve as chairs of various committees. All of you have talents that can enhance our school so don't be shy about volunteering.
5. The Bike Rodeo will be this next Friday evening, May 8th at 5:30-7:00. Children will have the opportunity to participate in bike activities that show their ability to maneuver a bike. Pizza and drink will be sold. This is a fun activity and gives us all an opportunity to get outside and enjoy the evening.
6. This Monday, May 4th the 4thand 5th grade students will have the opportunity to hear a special speaker, Lou Leviticus. Lou is a holocaust survivor who shares his story with children. Parents are invited to attend the 1:30 assembly if they are interested in hearing Lou's story.
Dates:
May 4th 5th Grade students visit Pound
May 4th1:30 Lou Leviticus speaks to 4th and 5th grade
May 5th City Elections at Zeman 8:00a.m. -8:00 p.m.
May 5 PTA Meeting 7:00
May 6th School Nurse Day
May 6th Pound Jazz/Strings Concert for K-5 at 8:45a.m.
May 7th Kindergarten Orientation 3:15
May 8th Bike Rodeo 5:30-7:00
May 11th Chorus and Recorder Concert 5th and 4thGrade 1:45 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.
May 21st Don and Millie's Night
May 25th Memorial Day No School
May 29 Third Grade goes to Larson Park
April 25, 2009
Happy Birthday Kitty Shuster April 27th!
Information:
1. Tuesday April 27th is the last really release PLC day. Students will be dismissed at 1:33. Thank you for making the necessary arrangements for students this year to accommodate early release.
2. Thursday, April 30th Zeman will host author, Brandon Sanderson. Brandon is a former Zeman student who writes literature for intermediate age students. He will speak to 3rd-5th grade students about the writing process. We appreciate the Zeman PTA for funding this activity.
3. April 30th is also the last band/strings concert for our 4th and 5th grade students. If families are unable to attend the 7:30 concert, they may attend the 1:45 school concert.
4. The Zeman Bike Rodeo will be May 8th at 5:30-7:00. If you would be willing to volunteer please contact Karen Krull.
5. May 1st is the last day to give input regarding student placement for the 2009-10 school year.
6. Thank you to all the parents and community members who volunteer at Zeman during the day and after school hours. We could not do many of the things that we do without volunteers.
Dates:
April 28th PLC Early Release
April 30th Brandon Sanderson Author visit 3rd-5th
April 30th Band/ Strings Concert
May 1st May Day
May 4th 5th Grade to Pound
May 4th Speaker for 4th and 5th Grade
May 7th Kindergarten Orientation 3:15
May 8th Bike Rodeo 5:30-7:00
May 11th 5th Grade Chorus and4th Grade Recorder Concert 1:45 and 7:00 p.m.
April 18, 2009
Happy Birthday! Kitty Schuster April 27th
Information:
1. Thank you to all of the families at Zeman who participate in various activities and collections that bring money to Zeman. This past month the PTA treasurer's report showed that Zeman had received $129. 34 from Don and Millie's and $482.40 from Target because of Zeman families patronizing these businesses.
2. Next week is Volunteer Appreciation Week. Zeman School has lots of great volunteers made up of parents, grandparents, and community members. We value all of them.
3. Zeman PTA held elections April 7th and elected the following officers:
President- Jodi Isom
Vice-president Jason Lamphere
Secretary- Ra'Londa Byre
Treasuer- Kim Breeden
We appreciate the work of the outgoing officers:
Vice President- Nicki Rivers
Secretary Ð Gai LaBudda
Treasurer- Mary Brittenham
Dates:
April 20th Volunteer Appreciation Week
April 22nd Administrative ProfessionalÕs Day
April 21st Kindergarten Screening 1:30-4:00
April 23rd 1st Grade to Chet Ager
April 24th 2nd Grade to Landfill
April 24th Arbor Day 4th Graders receive free tress
April 28th PLC Early Release
April 30th Brandon Sanderson Author visit 3rd-5th
April 30th Band/ Strings Concert
April 11, 2009
Happy Birthday Taryn Abourezk and Sharon LaValleur April 15th
Congratulations to Denyse Hunsaker , 4th grade teacher at Zeman, she has been selected to be a part of the TAHRGET Grant. This is an exciting and challenging program that will provide her with excellent experiences and content knowledge as she works toward earning her Masters Degree in Historical Studies from Nebraska Wesleyan University.
Information:
1. For the rest of April our 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students will spend some of their time taking several different tests: the Iowa Test of Basic Skills, the Cognitive Abilities Test, and the Nebraska State Reading Test. The state reading test is a pilot so the scores will not be reported back to the schools. This test will be the first test that students will haven taken electronically.
2. Student placement for the next school year will begin near the end of this year. If you care to give input please do so by May 1st to Mrs. Williams. The staff gives a lot of thought to student placement but we also recognize that parents often have some insights that we may not have but need to consider. It is important that this information be shared before placement is made.
3. If you have new neighbors that move in either now or over the summer please encourage them to register their child for the coming school year. This helps us plan for the fall.
4. The Zeman Running Club started up on Wednesday of this week and will continue through the month of May. The culmination of the club will be an all school marathon to be held the last week of school. The fourth quarter goal theme is "Finishing Strong". This week grade levels will set fourth quarter academic goals with their students.
5. The big horse trailor that is on the est side of the parking lot is for our "Cans For Books" drive during thre month of April. Zeman recives money for the cns that we recycle during this month. The money goes toward books for the library at Zeman. The Lincoln School that collects the most cans wins $75 from Lee Booksellers
Dates:
April 13th No School Teacher Plan Day
April 14th-May 1st Testing
April 15th Paraeducator Appreciation Day
April 16th Don and MillieÕs Night
April 20th Volunteer Appreciation Week
April 22nd Administrative ProfessionalÕs Day
April 21st Kindergarten Screening 1:30-4:00
April 23rd 1st Grade to Chet Ager
April 24th 2nd Grade to Landfill
April 24th Arbor Day 4th Graders receive free tress
April 28th PLC Early Release
April 30th Brandon Sanderson Author visit 3rd-5th
April 30th Band/ Strings Concert
April 3rd, 2009
Congratulations! Fourteen of Zeman's fifth grade students participated in the district science fair this past week. Our students earned either a blue or purple ribbon. The comments from the judges were very complimentary of the students' knowledge of the scientific process. We are proud of them and appreciate the hard work of the fifth grade teachers in helping them with the research and presentation.
Congratulations to Elizabeth Mosier for winning the Mayor's Water Conservation Task Force "Horace the Hippo" Be Waterwise poster contest. She will be recognized at a ceremony and her poster will be displayed on a billboard or city bus.
Information:
1. Student progress reports will be sent home this Wednesday in Wednesday folders.
2. The annual PTA elections will be held this Tuesday evening, April 7th at 7:00. Any Zeman community member who is a PTA member is invited to vote for the 2009-10 officers.
3. This Tuesday, April 7th Zeman will be a polling place for the city elections. The elections will be held between 8:00a.m. and 8:00 p.m. This will be a great opportunity for our students to observe the democratic process of voting. It also gives members of our community the opportunity to be in our school.
4. Several tests will be administered during the month of April. The Cognitive Abilities tests (CogAt) will be given to 3rd and 5th grade students. This is a test that measures a studentÕs aptitude for school tasks. The 3rd and 5th grade students will also be administered the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS). This is a standardized achievement test. The 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students will all participate in an electronically administered state reading test. The results of both the CogAt and ITBS will be reported but because the reading test is a pilot, the results will not be reported. It will be important that students be in attendance as much as possible during the testing period.
5. Friday, April 10th and Monday, April 13th School will not be in session. Friday, April 10th is a holiday and Monday the 13th is a teacher plan day.
6. Input regarding your child's classroom placement for the 2009-10 school year will be welcomed between now and May 1st. If you have thoughts regarding your child's learning needs please e-mail or call Mrs. Williams at dwilliam@lps.org or call at 436-1169.
Dates:
April 6th 4th Grade Star Lab
April 7th PTA Meeting 7:00 Elections
April 7th Kdg Field Trip to Chet Ager
April 8th Progress Reports Go Home
April 10th No School Good Friday
April 13th No School Teacher Plan Day
April 14th- May 1st CogAt Test, ITBS, State Reading Field Test
April 15th Paraeducator Appreciation Day
April 16th Don and Millie's Night
April 21st Kdg Screening
April 23rd 1st Grade to Chet Ager
April 24th 2nd Grade to City Landfill
April 28th Early Release
March 15th, 2009
Happy Birthday! Amanda Barkmeier March 19th, Sunnie Fox March 26, Diane Frydendall-Smith March 27, Jeffre Picraux March 29, Judi Wittwer March 30
Information:
1. Kindergarten Registration will be held this week March 19th and 20th. If you or a neighbor has a prospective kindergarten student please come in to register. This helps us plan for next year.
2. Spring break begins this Saturday and extends through March 29th. School resumes on March 30th.
3. This Friday at 2:10 will be the end of the quarter celebration and the student of the month recognition. Each grade level will report about their grade level goals and whether or not they have met that goal.
4. The end of third quarter is this Friday. Student progress reports will be sent home April 8th in Wednesday folders.
5. Zeman neighbors have asked that parents not block their driveways at arrival or dismissal times. Please be courteous as you park your car along the street.
6. If you are planning on moving out of the Zeman attendance area after this school year but desire to have your child continue to attend Zeman please stop by the office and complete an attendance permit. If you are moving and do not plan to return to Zeman this fall please notify the office.
7. Chess Club and Geography Club registrations are due this Wednesday March 18th. The registration cost of each club is $25.
Dates:
March 18 Student Appreciation Day- March Birthdays
March 18 4th Grade Discover Nebraska Presentation
March 19th Zeman Night at Don and MillieÕs
March 19th and 20th Kindergarten registration
March 20th End of the Quarter Celebration/Student of the Month Celebration 2:10
March 21st-March 29th Spring Break
March 30th Classes resume
March 31st 5th Grade to Earth Wellness Festival
March 31st PLC Early Release Day 1:33
March 6th, 2009
Happy Birthday! Anne Walden March 8th Jodi Spreier March 11th Chelley Peterson March 14th
Congratulations to the 5th Grade students and Mrs. Rafat on a wonderful science fair last evening! The projects were outstanding. The judges remarked that the projects seem to be getting better each year. We look forward to having many of our 5th grade students represent Zeman in the district science fair in April.
Thank you to the PTA for providing lunch for the Zeman teachers on Teacher Appreciation Day. It was a treat!
Information:
1. This next Thursday, March 12th at 2:00 the kindergarten through second grade students will enjoy a music program that features early American instruments.
2. Please remember to order Zeman yearbooks. The yearbook order forms are available in the office. This is a great keepsake documenting your child's school year.
3. Each quarter grade levels set goals. Encourage your child to work toward reaching their grade level goal. Each goal is related to a critical part of the curriculum. The third quarter goals are:
K - 80% of the Kindergarten students will recognize at least 21 sight words.
1 - All first graders will be able to identify the name and value of a penny, nickel, dime, and quarter
2 - 80% of all second graders will receive a passing score (3 or 4) on the required district theme tests.
3 - 70% of the third grade students will pass the 0-10 multiplication timed test and the 0-5 division timed test.
4 - All 4th grade students will apply the 4 reading strategies during independent reading.
5 - 85% of 5th grade students will apply the four reading strategies in their wide range reading.
Dates:
March 12th Early American Music Presentation for K-2 2:00
March 18 Student Appreciation Day- March Birthdays
March 18 4th Grade Discover Nebraska Presentation
March 19th Zeman Night at Don and MillieÕs
March 20th End of the Quarter Celebration/Student of the Month Celebration 2:10
March 21st-March 29th Spring Break
February 28th, 2009
Happy Birthday! Anne Walden March 8th
Information:
1. This coming Thursday the Zeman Science Fair will be held. Fifth grade students who have worked on their projects as part of their reading research will present their work. Students in other grades will also display their projects. The fair will be held on Thursday March 5th from 6:30 to 7:30.
2. Kindergarten registration will be held at Zeman on March 19th and 20tth. If you or a neighbor needs to register a child for kindergarten this would be the time to get in to complete the necessary paperwork. Completing this process enables us to plan for your student.
3. This Tuesday is PTA night at 7:00. The PTA is looking for parents who would be interested in serving as an officer of PTA. If you would be interested in serving please contact Jodi Isom, the PTA president.
4. Mrs. Wittwer will continue her series of parenting classes on Tuesday following the PTA meeting. Child care will be provided.
5. March 3rd is Nebraska Teacher Appreciation Day. The most meaningful form of appreciation for a teacher is a "Thank You" from a child. Please consider having your child write a note of appreciation to his/her teacher on Tuesday.
Dates:
March 3rd PTA 7:00
March 3rd Teacher Appreciation Day
March 5th 4th and 5th Grade to Sheldon Art Gallery
March 5th Zeman Science Fair 6:30-7:30
March 12th Early American Music Presentation for K-2 2:00
March 18 Student Appreciation Day- March Birthdays
March 18 4th Grade Discover Nebraska Presentation
March 20th End of the Quarter Celebration/Student of the Month Celebration 2:10
February 21st, 2009
Happy Birthday Peter Bouffard February 26th!
Thank you to all of the parents and teachers for making conferences a priority.
A big thank you to Susan Zander who provided supper meals on behalf of the PTA. We appreciate it very much.
Thank you to families for participating in the book fair. Part of the profits go toward the purchase of books for the Zeman media center and part of the profits go toward book purchases for Zeman classrooms. Thank you to Kandy Wade for organizing the book fair.
Information:
1. The science fair will be on March 5th. If your child is presenting please make sure your child has his/her project completed by then and plans to present it that evening. This is a great opportunity for younger children to get an idea for future science fairs. All of the 5th grade students will be participating.
2. If you have neighbors who have kindergarten age students please remind them that registration for kindergarten is March 19th and 20th.
3. Yearbooks are on sale for $9.00. Order forms have been sent out in Wednesday folders but if you need one they are available in the office.
4. This Tuesday is early dismissal for PLCs at 1:33.
Dates:
February 24th Student of the Month 8:25
February 24th Early Release 1:33
March 3rd Teacher Appreciation Day
March 5th 4th and 5th Grade to Sheldon Art Gallery
March 5th Zeman Science Fair 6:30-7:30
March 18 Student Appreciation Day- March Birthdays
March 18 4th Grade Discover Nebraska Presentation
March 20th End of the Quarter Celebration/Student of the Month Celebration 2:10
February 15th, 2009
Happy Birthday Connie Hawkins February 14th, Cheryl Rauch, February 15th, and Eileen Schmeichel, February 17th!
This past Thursday Zeman school improvement team met with two persons who visited with us about our school improvement goals and professional learning communities (PLCs). The Zeman staff did a great job sharing about what we have done the past 5 years to address reading and writing achievement at Zeman.
At the end of the three-hour discussion student representatives from third through fifth grade met with the team. These students were a good cross section of Zeman School. Here are some of the comments that they shared:
Our teachers helped us get ready for the state writing test by having us write a lot of rough drafts and final drafts and then tell us what we needed to work on to make our writing better.
My favorite part of the day is math. We are doing fractions and decimals.
We have been working on getting ready for the ITBS (Iowa Test of Basic Skills). It is a new test that we will take in third grade. We are using Test Best to get ready for it.
Every morning when I get to school I think about how I am going to do in reading and writing.
I am glad that we have band because it has helped me do better in my music class because I understand music better now.
Some kids think music is boring but I like it because I want to become a better singer.
I love Mrs. Otte's art class. She has helped me become a better artist.
We learn a lot from Mrs. Wittwer. She teaches us how to get along and stuff like that.
It was encouraging to hear students talk about their perceptions of their school experience. It also emphasized the importance of the variety of experiences that students are given during the school day. The external team will give us a report that includes commendations and recommendations for improving our school improvement process.
Information:
1. Valentine parties will be on Tuesday at the scheduled times. If you had planned to help but now are unable to do so please let the classroom teachers know by Monday so that they can be prepared.
2. Parent teacher conferences will be Tuesday the 17th and Thursday the 19th. Contact the office if you have not signed up.
3. Traffic at dismissal is very heavy. Please do not park by the buses or in front of the signs that say "No Parking During School Hours". These areas are reserved for Day Care Vans. It is also imperative that you not allow your child to cross the street except at the crosswalk. It is difficult to see children who are walking between parked cars.
4. Yearbooks will be on sale during both conference nights.
5. The book fair will be held all week during the day and during conference night.
Dates:
February 16th Teacher Plan Day -No school for students
February 17th Valentines Parties
February 17th- 20th Book Fair
February 17th and 19th Parent Teacher Conferences
February 19th Zeman Night at Don and Millie's
February 24th Students of the Month Recognition
February 24th Early Release PLC 1:33
February 9th, 2009
Happy Birthday! Connie Hawkins February 14th Cheryl Rauch February 15th Eileen Schmeichel February 17th
Congratulations To Colby Schmuecker who won the Home Builders Art Contest. The theme was "If I Could Build a Dream House". Colby won a $50 gift and will attend an awards banquet.
Information:
1. Parent Teacher conferences will be held February 17th and 19th. Please contact the office if you do not have a conference time.
2. The Zeman Book Fair will be held during the conference week. Students will be invited to purchase books from the book fair during the day and on the night of conferences. The theme is "Lights, Camera, Book Fair".
3. Parents will be able to order yearbooks on the night of conferences. The cost is $9.00.
4. The Zeman Science Fair will be held on March 5th . All 5th grade students will participate in the fair. They will conduct background research for their project during the instructional day as part of their language arts curriculum. Students in grades kindergarten through fourth grade may also participate. Registration for the science fair must be submitted by February 13th . If you would like more information you may contact Mrs. Rafat, 5th grade teacher, at crafat@lps.org. Students may pick up a display board from Mrs. Rafat after they turn in their registration.
5. PTA is soliciting nominations for officers for the 2009-10 school year. The PTA is a great way to get involved with your child's school and meet other Zeman parents. If you would be willing to serve on a nominating committee or if you are willing to have your name considered for one of the PTA offices please contact Jodi Isom, Zeman PTA president.
6. Classroom Valentine's parties will be held next Friday, February 13th. Students who choose to bring valentines are asked to bring one for each student in their classroom. Staff appreciates the many parents who have volunteered to help with the class parties.
Dates:
February 13th Class Parties K,1,3,4,5 at 2:00 Second grade at 1:00
February 13th Set up for Book Fair 2:00 in the media center
February 16th Teacher Plan Day No school for students
February 17th- 20th Book Fair
February 17th and 19th Parent Teacher Conferences
February 19th Zeman Night at Don and MillieÕs
February 24th Students of the Month Recognition
February 24th Early Release 1:33
February 1st, 2009
Happy Birthday! Denyse Hunsaker February 1st!
Celebrations! Congratulations to these students who placed in the Boy ScoutÕs Pinewood Derby:
Fastest Racers:
1. Jack Elbracht
2. Kyle Berlowitz
3. Dane Gebers
4. Ethan Koerwitz
5. Tyler Isom
6. Ben Krull
7. Dillon Byre
8. Cole Shandera
9. Seth Krull
10. Brayden Schlisner
Here are the winners of the boys that placed best in the Pinewood Derby for Car Design:
1. Noah Brittenham
2. Michael Brittenham
3. Trenton Tucker
4. Jared Ladd
5. Adam Kovarik
Information:
1. This next Tuesday and Wednesday, February 3rd and 4th the fourth graders will be taking the state writing exam. Students and staff have worked hard to prepare for the test. Students need to get a good nightÕs sleep and have a good breakfast. The test will begin first thing in the morning so please make sure that your student gets to school on time. We are confident that are students will do well.
2. PTA will be meeting Tuesday, February 3rd at 7:00p.m. The Love and Logic classes will follow the PTA meeting. If you are interested in the Love and Logic classes please return the form that was in the Wednesday folder or call the office at 436-1169.
3. The Statewide Parent Involvement Conference will be held March 21st at Ralston High School in Omaha. For more information or a registration form please contact Mrs. Williams.
4. Please be reminded that if your child is sent home from school with a fever that he/she needs to be fever free for 24 hours before returning to school. If you have questions about whether or not to have your child return to school lease contact the Zeman health office at 436-1169.
Dates:
February 3rd PTA 7:00 p.m. Love and Logic Classes Following the PTA meeting
February 3rd and 4th State Writing Test 4th Grade
February 6th 100th Day of School
February 16th Teacher Plan Day No School for Students
February 17th and 19th Parent Teacher Conferences
February 24th Early Release PLC Day 1:33
January 23rd, 2009
Happy Birthday! Donna Williams January 30th
Celebrate! This week we opened the new four classrooms that were added on to the building this past semester. Our three kindergartens and one first grade class have enjoyed their new classrooms.
Information:
1. Conferences will be held Feb. 17th and19th. Please make sure that you have signed up for conferences.
2. The recent news in the media this week about contaminated peanut butter products has been a reminder that there are several students at Zeman with peanut allergies. We appreciate your understanding in not sending treats with peanut butter as an ingredient.
3. There will be a Love and Logic parenting class offered after the monthly PTA meeting. Please watch for the registration in the Wednesday folder this week. Childcare will be provided. Mrs. Wittwer will be teaching the classes.
4. Kindergarten registration will be March 19th and 20th. If you have a neighbor with prospective kindergarten student please encourage them to contact Mrs. Janda at 436-1169.
Dates:
January 26,27 3rd grade to Morrill Hall
January 28th Progress Reports Home
January 28th 4th Grade to Lincoln Symphony Concert
January 28th Mission Moonwalk begins- Fitness challenge at Zeman
January 28th Student of the Month Recognition 8:25
January 29th 5th Grade to Morrill Hall
February 3rd PTA/Love and Logic Classes 7:00 p.m.
February 17th and 19th Parent Teacher Conferences
January 17th, 2009
Happy Birthday! Kim Ziemann January 22nd
Congratulations to the Zeman student council and Zeman students. Together they collected 142 pounds of food for the Lincoln Food Bank during November.
Congratulations to Brandon Petray for winning the Zeman Geography Bee. Noah Brittenham finished second. Thank you to Mrs. Walden for organizing and holding the bee.
Information:
1. This Monday and Tuesday is semester break. Students will resume classes Wednesday January 21st. Staff will be on duty Tuesday, January 20th.
2. Thank You Teacher Day is March 3rd.
In honor of NebraskaTeacher Recognition Day, Tuesday, March 3, Lincolnn Public Schools and KFOR/KFRX Radio collaborate to thank our educators with the annual Thank You Teacher contest. Children, teenagers, university students, even grownups can pay tribute to a teacher or professor who has made a difference in their lives by nominatingg that teacher for recognition from the Thank You Teacher contest. Six teachers will be chosen and honored at a breakfast on March 3at the Governor's Mansion, where thstudents and former students who submit the winning nominations will be invited to attend and read their winning letters. Nominations should be received by Friday, Feb. 13, at 5 p.m. and mailed to: Thank You Teacher, KFOR/KFRX Radio, 3800 Cornhusker, Lincoln, NE, 68504.
3. Progress reports will be sent home in Wednesday folders on January 28th.
4. Wednesday, January 21st kindergarten students and Mrs. Lantis' first grade students will begin classes in the new addition. Kindergarten families are invited to peek in at the rooms after school on Wednesday. Kindergarten students will line up outside the new addition beginning Wed., January 21st. They will be dismissed from the front doors of the new addition at 2:53.
Dates:
January 21st Classes resume, Kdg and Mrs. LantisÕ first grade are in the new addition
January 26, 27 3rd grade to Morrill Hall
January 28th Progress Reports Home
January 28th 4th Grade to Lincoln Symphony Concert
January 28th Mission Moonwalk begins- Fitness challenge at Zeman
January 29th 5th Grade to Morrill Hall
February 3rd PTA/Love and Logic Classes 7:00 p.m.
February 17th and 19th Parent Teacher Conferences
January 9th, 2009
Happy Birthday! Don Drewes January 14th and Kathy Janda January 17th
Welcome Back! Students seemed eager to return to school on Monday. It was fun to see them come through the doors and be ready to learn.
Information:
1. The new addition will be open January 21st to our three kindergarten classes and one first grade class. The design team has done a great job matching the existing building. This summer we will be reorganizing so that grade levels can be placed in the same general area. We will also most likely have the portable taken away.
2. Second quarter ends next Friday, January 16th. We will celebrate reaching our academic grade level goals with an afternoon assembly with the theme of "Rounding Up Learning". Students may wear jeans, boots, and cowboy hats if they wish. Progress reports for second quarter will be sent home on January 28th.
3. Semester break is January 19th and 20th. Students will not be in school those two days.
4. Mission Moonwalk is a program that is being sponsored by the students of the LPS Entrepreneurial Focus Program high school students. On January 28th the students will come to Zeman to encourage students to get active by walking, running, playing games, jumping rope etc. Students will self-report their activities and will earn "one mile" for each activity. We will track our progress to the moon (252,088 miles away). There are no prizes or money involved, just encouragement to be active as a student body.
Dates:
January 15th Zeman Night at Don and Millie's
January 16th End of Quarter Celebration
January 19th-20th Semester Break No School
January 21st January Birthday Recognition
January 26, 27 3rd Grade Trip to Morrill Hall (Two class each day)
January 28th 4th Grade Trip to Symphony
January 29th 5th Grade Trip to Morrill Hall
December 14th, 2008
Happy Birthday Angie Swanson December 22nd, Norman Regier December 23rd, Cindy Remminga and Cari-Lynn Wenstrand December 30th
Congratulations! The fifth grade students graduated from Starbase this past week. The highlight of the graduation was the launching of the rockets that were created in class. Zeman fifth graders are very fortunate to be able to have this opportunity to be taught by the air guard personnel and experience math and science in the context of air travel.
Information:
1. Monday, December 15th at 1:45p.m. and at 7:00 p.m. the band and strings students will perform their winter concert.
2. Tuesday, December 16th is an early release day because of PLC work time. Students will be dismissed at 1:33 p.m.
3. Please be reminded that in the Zeman handbook it states that the Zeman PTA provides a birthday cupcakes for each child during the month of their birthday. Students are asked to not bring birthday treats to school.
4. Winter break will begin December 20th. Classes will resume January 5th. 2009. The Zeman staff wishes your family a wonderful holiday time.
Dates:
December 15th Band/Strings Concert
December 16th Student of the Month Recognition
December 16th PLC early release 1:33
December 17th Birthday Student Appreciation Day (Cupcakes)
December 18th Zeman Night at Don and Millie's
December 20th-January 4th Winter Break
January 6th PTA Meeting 7:00 p.m.
December 6th, 2008
Thank you to those families who joined staff at Barnes and Noble on Friday evening. It was a fun way to kick off the holiday by listening to holiday books and doing some shopping!
Information:
1. The Zeman t-shirts are in and will be sent home sometime this next week. Thank you to Carmen Skare and her committee for organizing the t-shirt project.
2. The after school clubs began this past Thursday. The K-2 students are attending chess club, taught by Jason Lamphere and students in grade 3-5 are attending geography club, taught by Anne Walden and Nancy Sutton. The co-chairs of the enrichment committee are Brook Collins and Suzette Hechler. If you have ideas for second semester enrichment clubs please contact Suzette or Brooke.
3. The week of January 26th Lincoln Public Schools will conduct a random survey of Zeman parents. The survey is a part of the principal appraisal process. The information that parents share is kept anonymous and is used to help identify strengths as well as areas for growth for the principal.
4. Monday December 15th the band and strings students will perform their winter concert at 7:00. All are welcome to attend. There will be a day performance for students.
5. The Zeman construction project is nearing an end and we hope to have our kindergarten classes move into the new addition by the end of first semester. Once we are in you will be invited to come and take a walkthrough.
Dates:
December 8th Zeman Night at CiCi's Pizza
December 10th and 11th Last day for 5th Graders to attend Starbase
December 15th Band/Strings Concert
December 16th Student of the Month Recognition
December 16th PLC early release 1:33
December 17th Birthday Student Appreciation Day (Cupcakes)
December 18th Zeman Night at Don and MillieÕs
December 20th-January 4th Winter Break
November 21st, 2008
Happy Birthday John Penrod December 2nd!
Thanks to our Zeman PTA for hosting the Friday Night at the Movies. All who attended enjoyed the movie!
Information:
1. Registration for Chess Club and Geography Club are due Tuesday, November 25th. The class size for chess club will be dependent upon parent volunteers. Clubs will start Thursday, December 4th.
2. Tuesday, November 25th is an early release day for PLC work. Students will be dismissed at 1:33.
3. Thanksgiving break will be from November 26th through November 30th.
4. Friday, December 5th will be Zeman Night at Barnes and Noble at the SouthPointe location. Please plan to bring your children to the youth section to hear staff read between 5:00 and 8:30. A portion of your purchase will be donated to Zeman School.
5. The Girl's Scouts are collecting any kind of new hats for cancer patients. You may have your student bring a donated hat anytime between now and December 15th.
6. Cold weather came today! Please make sure that your child is prepared to go out to recess. Children must be wearing snow boots in order to be permitted to play in the snow at recess. Please review with your student the sledding rules that are listed in the student handbook. If your child brings a sled it must be left outside in front of the coat halls.
7. Requests for attendance permits must be made by January 6th.
Dates:
November 25th PLC Early Release 1:33
November 26th-30th Thanksgiving Holiday Break
December 2nd PTA Meeting 7:00
December 4th BAT (Basic Aid) Training for 4th Grade
December 5th Zeman Night at Barnes and Noble Night 5:00-8:30
December 15th Band Concert 7:00
December 20-January 4th Winter Break
November 7th, 2008
Happy Birthday Becky Zakrzewski November 8th!Mary Kunes-Neary November 13th Katie Rocke November 14th
Information:
1. This past week has been a great week for our students as they had the opportunity to work with Michael Opoku with the Ashanti drums. Every class worked with him on drumming, singing and dancing at least two times during the week. We appreciate the support of the PTA of this program.
2. Next week our fifth grade students will attend the Starbase program. They will integrate science and math as they learn about space and air travel.
3. Let's Go To The Movies! Next Friday evening, November 14th the PTA will be sponsoring a movie night at Zeman. The National PTA has made available the movie, Kung Fu Panda. Bring your blanket and join us in the cafeteria at 7:00. The movie is free. Popcorn and juice boxes will be offered for a small fee. Parents must accompany their children.
4. Zeman Night at Barnes and Noble will be December 5th. Zeman staff will read to children in the children's section of the bookstore. A portion of your purchase will benefit Zeman School.
5. First quarter progress reports will be sent home this next Wednesday folder.
Dates:
November 10th Cici's Pizza Night
November 12th Progress Reports sent home
November 12th-14th Starbase 5th grade
November 13th Don and Millie's Night
November 14th Zeman Movie Night- Free
November 18th 1:30 Illusion Theater Assembly
November 25th Early Release 1:33
November 26th Teach Plan Day Ð Students not in attendance
November 27th-30th Thanksgiving Break
December 5th Barnes and Noble Night
October 17th, 2008
Happy Birthday! Jamie Treat October 27th
Information:
1. The week of Oct.19th through the 25th is Red Ribbon Week at Zeman. Students will experience a variety of lessons about safe responses to peer pressure and appropriate use of controlled substances. Lessons will vary according to the age of the student. Lessons will be delivered through the counseling program as well as the health curriculum in the regular classroom.
2. Friday October 24th is a big day! We will hold the Student of the month celebration, lunchtime tailgate party, and fall parties. Your student has worked hard this quarter and we want to set this day aside for learning as well as for celebration!
3. The end of the quarter means that progress reports will soon follow. Progress report grades are determined by your student's performance in relationship to rubrics or standards as described by subject area. Progress reports will be sent home November 12th in the Wednesday folders. If you have questions or concerns regarding your student's progress report please contact your child's teacher.
4. Friday, October 24th we will have a "Big Red" tailgate party. Students are invited to wear red in celebration of Red Ribbon week. Students will sit on blankets while eating their lunch.
5. November 3rd through November 7th Zeman students will work with Michael Opoku, artist in residence. Mr. Opoku will teach students about African drumming, dance, and culture. He will also offer African artifacts for purchase before and after school to students. Staff appreciate that the PTA is sponsoring this artistic experience for our students.
6. On November 18th Zeman will host the Illusion Theater group who will present a program called "Be Nice". "Be Nice" is an anti-bullying program.
Dates:
October 21st Student Vote
October 21st PLC Early Release 1:33
October 24th Student of the Month Assembly
October 24th End of Quarter Tailgate Party (during lunch)
October 24th Fall Parties 1:00 (2nd grade) 2:00 (Kdg, 1st, 3rd-5th grade)
October 27-31 Fall Break (School not in session)
November 3-7 Ashanti African Artist in residence
November 18th ÒBe NiceÓ Play
October 11th, 2008
Happy Birthday! Carla Hedlund October 17th
Celebrations! Thank you to parents and staff for completing the first round of parent teacher conferences. Your attendance and the preparation of the staff for the conferences are much appreciated.
Information:
1. Our first real Code Red was called on Monday October 6th. The code red was a result of a call from the LPD informing us that the Tier One Bank had been held up and that the suspects had fled. Because the bank is in proximity of Zeman we were advised of the situation. While our students were not in imminent danger we took the precaution of getting all students inside the building so that we could account for them. After students were accounted for we instructed teachers to make sure that no one left the building and that no one was permitted into the building. There were some parents who came to the building just as we were entering the code red. They were denied access. This was done so that all attention could be given to the task at hand and that was making sure that all students were safe. I really appreciated the understanding of our parents at this time. All decisions during any event like this will be filtered through the lens of "What needs to be done at this time to keep students and staff safe?"
2. BOXTOPS for Education and Campbell's Soup Labels Wanted!!! The deadline for sending in any box tops that you have collected over the summer or this school year is the end of October. Last year over a $1,000 was donated to Zeman because if this program. Look for the label on the box or package that is entitled "Box Tops for Education". The submission box is located in the multi purpose room. Labels can be sent in all year but the first deadline is in October. Thank you to the Brittenham family for trimming the labels and sending them on behalf of Zeman.
3. The PTA met this past week and is looking for parents to help with after school clubs. We are also looking for teachers for the clubs. If you have any leads regarding a chess teacher or any other persons who have an interest that they could share with students please let Donna Williams know.
4. Thanks to all the parents who helped with the book fair, especially Lisa Alvarez and Kandy Wade who were the chairs of this fall book fair. It was a huge success.
5. Picture retakes will be on October 17th in the morning. If you were not satisfied with your child's picture or missed purchasing pictures in September you may plan to have your child's picture retaken. Please have your child return the unacceptable picture package.
Dates:
October 13th Teacher Plan Day- No school for students
October 16th Zeman Night at Don and MillieÕs
October 17th Picture re-takes
October 21st Student Vote
October 24th End of Quarter Tailgate Party (during lunch)
October 27-31 Fall Break (School not in session)
October 3rd, 2008
Happy Birthday! Shannon Patenaude October 6th, Dr Hotz-McMahon October 8th, and Janeen Ward October 9th
Information:
1. Parent teacher conferences will be held October 7th and 9th. Please keep in mind that conferences are scheduled for 15-20 minute time periods. Your promptness is appreciated. Teachers will work to stay on schedule.
2. The Zeman Book Fair will be in session during both conference evenings. Your child's class will also be visiting the book fair during the day. If you have questions about the book fair you may contact Lisa Alvarez or Kandy Wade. You may also choose to visit the scholastic website at http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/homepage/zeman. If you would be available to help tear down the book fair on Friday at 2:00 October 10th please contact the office at 436-1169. Students will be invited to wear their animal print clothing or Zeman Zebra t-shirts on Wednesday to celebrate the book fair.
3. Looking for something different to do over the lunch hour from 11:00-12:00? WE could utilize parent or grandparent volunteers to help younger students in the cafeteria with opening their milk, maneuvering their tray, opening those pesky snacks packages and juice containers. We would welcome your presence one or more days a week if you would like to help. Contact Dr Hotz-McMahon if you are interested.
4. Fall parties will take place on Friday October 24th at the end of the day except for second grade. TheyÕre party will occur at 1:00 because they have specials at 2:00.
Dates:
October 6-10 Book Fair
October 7th and 9th Parent Teacher Conferences
October 7th PTA 7:00 p.m.
October 13th Teacher Plan Day- No school for students
October 16th Zeman Night at Don and MillieÕs
October 21st Student Vote
October 24th Fall Parties
October 24th End of Quarter Tailgate Party (during lunch)
October 27-31 Fall Break (School not in session)
September 28th, 2008
Happy Birthday! Jennifer Young September 29th Shannon Patenaude October 6th
Celebrations! The Zeman Carnival was a great success. There was a good turnout of families and the weather was great. Thanks to the parents, staff, and community volunteers who helped with the carnival. Besides being a means of fund raising for school activities it also serves to bring Zeman families together.
Information:
1. Reminder: Tuesday is early release day because of PLCs. Teachers will be setting first semester goals in reading comprehension and writing composition for their grade level and then planning assessments and interventions that address the needs.
2. BOXTOPS for Education and Campbell's Soup Labels Wanted!!! The deadline for sending in any box tops that you have collected over the summer or this school year is October 15th. The submission box is located in the multi purpose room.
3. The Scholastic Book Fair will be held during the day and at night on conference nights during the week of October 6th through the 10th. Your student will be bringing home information about the book fair in their October 1st Wednesday Folder.
4. This year we are holding a short Student of the Month Celebration to recognize students who consistently demonstrate the Character Counts Traits. The celebration should last about 15-20 min. There will also be a random drawing from the positive behavior tickets of each grade level for a prize to go to one student.
Dates:
Sept. 30th 8:30 Student of the Month Recognition
Sept. 30th PLC Early Dismissal
October 1-3 Fourth Grade to Heritage School (One class per day)
October 7th and 9th Parent Teacher Conferences
October 7th PTA 7:00 p.m.
October 13th Teacher Plan Day- No school for students
October 21st Student Vote
October 24th End of Quarter Tailgate Party (during lunch)
October 27-31 Fall Break (School not in session)
September 21st, 2008
Happy Birthday! Evelyn Nielsen Sept. 24th and Jennifer Young September 29th
Thanks to all who were able to dine at Don and Millie's last Thursday evening. It was a fun way to see some of the Zeman families outside of school and benefit Zeman School.
Information:
1. Zeman Carnival! This Friday evening from 5:30-8:00 the PTA will be holding the Zeman carnival. Your student should have brought home a flyer in last Wednesday's folder explaining how to purchase tickets prior to the carnival. Tickets purchased before the carnival are 5 for $1.00 but the night of the carnival they are 4 for $1.00. Purchasing tickets ahead of time will help you avoid standing in line to purchase tickets the evening of the carnival.
2. BOXTOPS for Education and Campbell's Soup Labels Wanted!!! The deadline for sending in any box tops that you have collected over the summer or this school year is October 15th. The submission box is located in the multi purpose room. We earned $1,373 in 2007-2008 and would like to earn at least $1,600 for 2008-2009. Money is used for direct school support such as the color printer for the computer lab and helping provide meals for the teachers during conferences. Also, we have just purchased an electric pencil sharpener, label making machine, and crayons using the Campbell's Soup labels. If you haven't started saving the box tops for education or soup labels from Campbell's we would appreciate receiving any that you collect. There will be another spring submission deadline so the box tops and labels are always welcomed.
3. Volunteer training will be held September 24th at 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. If you would like to volunteer please let Dr. Hotz-McMahon know. Your expertise would be appreciated and utilized in lots of areas. You may choose to help during school hours or after school hours through PTA projects.
4. Please remember to sign up for parent teacher conferences during the carnival if you have not already done so. The sign up sheets will be coming down after the carnival.
5. The Scholastic Book Fair will be held during the day and at night on conference nights during the week of October 6th through the 10th. Your student will be bringing home information about the book fair in their October 1st Wednesday Folder.
Dates:
Sept. 24th Volunteer Training 2:00 and 6:30
Sept. 26th Zeman Carnival
Sept. 30th PLC Early Dismissal
October 1-3 Fourth Grade to Heritage School (One class per day)
October 7th and 9th Parent Teacher Conferences
October 13th Teacher Plan Day- No school for students
October 21st Student Vote
October 24th End of Quarter Tailgate Party (during lunch)
October 27-31 Fall Break (School not in session)
September 12th, 2008
Happy Birthday! Audrey Giltner September 14th Nancy Lantis September 18th
Information:
1. If you haven't joined PTA there's still time! You may send in the $6.00 for member- ship to the Zeman office. The Zeman PTA is an organization of parents who work to provide programs and funds that support Zeman students. Some of the things that they provide are room parents for classrooms, facilitate school pictures, run the Zeman carnival, provide meals for staff at conference times, organize after school clubs, and many more things.
2. Volunteer training will be held September 24th at 2:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. If you would like to volunteer please let Dr. Hotz-McMahon know. Your expertise would be appreciated and utilized in lots of areas. You may choose to help during school hours or after school hours through PTA projects.
3. As a safety reminder please do not double-park along side the buses. Drivers cannot see your student crossing in between the buses. We expect all children whether alone or with their parent to cross the street using the crosswalk. All of these expectations are for the safety of our children.
4. It is exciting to see our construction progressing into looking like a building as the roof has been added. Soon the framers will begin work. We are fortunate that learning is able to continue on site despite the construction.
5. 'Bullying: What Can Parents Do?' This Thursday, September 18th at 7:00 p.m. there will be a free program offered to parents on the topic of bullying. The program location is the Plaza Conference Center, Bryan/LGH Medical Center East 1600 S. 48th Street. If you wish to attend you are asked to call 481-8886.
6. "Don't Want to Cook On Thursday Night"
: Every third Thursday is Zeman Night at Don and Millie's. If families mention that they are dining out on behalf of Zeman School a portion of your purchase comes back to the Zeman PTA. It's a good reason to dine out!
Dates to remember:
Sept. 18th Bullying Program at Bryan/LGH 7:00-8:30
Sept. 18th Zeman Night at Don and Millie's
Sept. 19th 5th Grade Trip to the Wetlands
Sept. 24th Volunteer Training 2:00 and 6:30
Sept. 26th Zeman Carnival
Sept. 30th PLC Early Dismissal
September 7th, 2008
Happy Birthday! Audrey Giltner, September 14th
Information:
1. Student individual pictures were taken today. If your child missed this opportunity or if you are not happy with the pictures you receive, the retakes will be on Oct. 17th.
2. School Carnival will be September 26th. If you can volunteer please let Nicki Rivers know or call the school office and give us your name. Advanced ticket sales will occur the week of the carnival. Watch for a note to come home about the carnival.
3. Part of the positive behavior support at Zeman involves reviewing rules and procedures with students each week. This week students were reminded of office etiquette: Remember to wait quietly in the office because it is a work area for adults.
When an adult gives you help you can show your appreciation by saying,ÒThank YouÓ. Please ask before using the phone.
When checking in because you are tardy be ready to let the office know what you r lunch selection for the day is going to be.
4. If you have not signed up for parent teacher conferences to be held October 7th and 9th, please do so. The sign up sheets will be up until Sept. 27th.
5. Native language Classes are being offered by Lincoln Public Schools. The languages being taught are Omaha, Lakota and Cherokee. Classes are offered fro students in 3rd grade on up at Goodrich Middle School on Wednesday evenings beginning September 17th. If you would like more information please call the Zeman office at 436-1169.
Dates to remember:
Sept. 19th 5th Grade Trip to the Wetlands
Sept. 26th Zeman Carnival
Sept. 30th PLC Early Dismissal
August 29th, 2008
Happy Birthday! Donna Lundberg Sept. 8th
What a great beginning to the school year. Things seem to be going very smoothly this year. The children have adjusted to the longer days and there were a lot less tears this Friday among the kindergarteners than there were last Friday.
Information:
• 4th Grade Writing- % of Student Proficient in Writing:
...From 85.25 % in 2006-07 to 94% in 2007-08
• 3rd Grade Reading Comprehension- % of Students Proficient in Reading:
...From 79.6% in 2006-07 to 82.9% in 2007-08
• 4th Grade Reading Comprehension- % of Students Proficient in Reading:
...From 74.1% in 2006-07 to 90.2% in 2007-08
•
5th Grade Reading Comprehension- % of Students Proficient in Reading:
...From 87% in 2006-07 to 87% in 2007-08
Dates:
Sept. 1st Labor Day Holiday Schools Closed
Sept. 2nd PTA 7:00
Sept. 2nd 4th Grade Prairie Immersion Field Trip
Sept. 5th School Individual Pictures
Sept. 26th Zeman Carnival
Sept. 30th PLC Early Dismissal
May 18th, 2008
Congratulations! Austin Johnson was the over all winner of the bike rodeo. The event winners in the Division "A" were: Austin Johnson, Ben Krull, Carter Johnson, and Kyle Bubb. The winners in the "B" Division were: Brandon Petray, Kayla Berlowitz, Isaiah Beck, and Jordan Jones.
Information:
1. Please be reminded that beginning May 19th there will not be access to 56th Street from Elkrest. The city is installing left turn lanes. The pedestrian crossing will still be operational.
2. Beginning May 27th students who have been lining up on the north side of the school by the portable will no longer meet there. The first grade students will line up on the sidewalk by the first grade area and the kindergarten students will line up by the main entrance by the office area. Watch for the classroom signs.
3. Fun In The Sun will be this Friday. Students are encouraged to bring a beach towel and sunglasses. Please wear gym shoes. We will be having our grill out day at lunch. Students may sit on their beach towels on the patio during lunch. This is our end of the quarter celebration.
4. The 5th grade recognition will occur on May 30th at 1:15. The recognition is early so that parents can leave the school grounds before traffic becomes congested at dismissal time.
5. KFRX Summer Fun passes can be purchased for $5.00 in the office.
6. The Zeman Marathon will be held on May 27th in the morning. If you re available to volunteer to help please contact Mrs. Sutton, Mrs. Schmeichel, Ms. Rempe, or Mrs. Hunsaker.
Dates:
May 23rd Fun In The Sun -Specials time
May 27th Zeman Marathon
May 27th Early Dismissal PLC 1:33
May 30th 5th Grade Recognition 1:15-2:15
May 30th Last Day
May 10th, 2008
Congratulations to Zeman 4th grade students! Ninety-two percent of our students scored proficient on the state writing test given this past February.
Thank You to Mr. And Mrs. Krull for organizing the Zeman Bike Rodeo. The rain stayed away, allowing 61 students and their families to enjoy the rodeo.
Information:
1. KFRX Summer Fun passes can be purchased for $5.00 in the office.
2. The portable to the north of the building will be moved to the back of the building early this summer. The area around the portable will be fenced off starting May 27th. Students that line up to the north of the building will be assigned a new area to stand before school. Information regarding this change will be sent home with students.
3. FUN In The Sun is our Zeman field day to be held on May 23rd during student's specials time. If you are available to volunteer either in the a.m. or p.m. please let Dr. Hotz-McMahon know of your availability. Students are invited to wear flipflops, sunglasses and bring a beach towel to sit on at lunch. We will have a cookout during lunch and will plan to eat outside.
4. Celebrate! Our fourth grade students performed very well on the state writing CRT. The results of the tests were that 92% of all 4th graders scored proficient on the test and 88% of the ELL students scored proficient. Our school improvement goal was that 90% of our students would score proficient on the state writing test and 75% of the ELL students would score proficient on the tests.
Congratulations,Mrs. Sutton, Mrs. Witty, Mrs. Garrison, and Mrs. Muggy on your hard work in preparing our students for the test!
5. As the end of the year approaches please work with the cafeteria manager to keep your student's lunch account current.
6. The chorus/recorder concert has been rescheduled for May 12th at 1:30 and 7:00. The daytime concert will be at 1:30 to allow for completion by dismissal time. Because of time change of the concert, the times for the showing of the 5th grade human growth and development films have been changed. The girls will view the film at 10:15and the boys will view the film at 11:40.
7. The Zeman Marathon will be held on May 27th in the morning. If you re available to volunteer to help please contact Mrs. Sutton, Mrs. Schmeichel, Ms. Rempe, or Mrs. Hunsaker.
Dates:
May 12th Chorus Concert 1:30, 7:00 p.m.
May 12th-21st CRT Testing 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade
May 23rd Fun In The Sun -Specials time
May 27th Zeman Marathon
May 27th Early Dismissal PLC 1:33
May 30th 5th Grade Recognition 1:15-2:15
May 30th Last Day
June 5th Summer School begins 2nd and 3rd Grade Students 9:15-12:15
May 2nd, 2008
Happy Birthday! Barb DeFreece, May 6th
Congratulations to Allison Shockley for winning the Lee Booksellers Bookmark Design Contest!
Congratulations to Rachel and Chad Scheel upon the arrival of their new baby boy!
Information:
1. Chorus Concert- Because of a death in Mr. RegierÕs family the chorus concert has been moved to May 12th at 7:00. The school concert will be on Monday, May 12th at 2:00.
2. Bottled water will be sold during lunch at the cost of 50 cents per bottle. If students wish to purchase water they must bring money rather than use their SNAP account.
3. Bike Rodeo- The bike rodeo will be held this Friday night, May 9th, at 5:30-7:00. Students who participate will have a chance to win one of the 15 bike helmets provided by Bike Peddlers.
4. Beginning May 19th the public works department will begin constriction at 56th and Elkcrest Drive. The project is scheduled to be completed sometime mid- August. The project will allow for an 11 foot wide painted left turn lane on all legs of the intersection. Elkcrest Drive will be closed within the project limits and will not have access to 56th Street. Pedestrian access and access to adjacent residences will be maintained.
5. Students in 3rd through 5th grades will be given criteria referenced tests between May 5th and May 23rd. These are the tests that the district gives to determine how well students have mastered the Lincoln Public Schools reading and math curriculum.
6. The Zeman PTA will meet this Tuesday, May 6th at 7:00 p.m. in the cafeteria.
7. If you would be willing to volunteer to help with Fun In The Sun on May 23rd please contact Dr Hotz-McMahon. Fun In The Sun is the field day for each grade level. Volunteers are needed for helping with various stations. You may volunteer for a half-day or all day.
Dates:
May 5th 5th Grade Visit to Pound
May 6th PTA 7:00
May 6th National School Nurse's Day
May7th Gold Star Banquet
May 8th 2008-09 Kindergarten Orientation 3:15
May 9th Bike Rodeo
May 12th Chorus Concert 2:00, 7:00
May 23rd Fun In The Sun -Specials time
May 27th Zeman Marathon
May 27th Early Dismissal PLC 1:33
May 30th Last Day
April 26th, 2008
Happy Birthday! Barb DeFreece, May 6th
Celebrations! Congratulations to Mr. Bouffard and Mrs Wenstrand and their students on a great instrumental music concert Thursday evening!
Information:
1. Tuesday April 29th is an early release day because of professional learning community time. Teachers will be reviewing assessments and determining progress toward academic goals. Recently during instructional conferences with teachers I realized that teacher PLC teams had organized and planned interventions for any of our students who were below grade level in reading. This is an amazing commitment to the learning of each childÕs reading progress. The interventions are provided by classroom teachers, paraeducators, student teachers or special educators. PLC teams also have worked to plan for students who are achieving above their grade level curriculum by designing learning opportunities with other high achieving students within the grade level. Staff have been good stewards of the PLC early release time.
2. Grade levels have set their fourth quarter goals. Below are the goals that have been set:
Kindergarten: 80% of the students will learn all 36 kindergarten sight words
First Grade: 75% of the first graders will pass the level 7 high frequency word list
Second Grade: 95% of the second grade students will score 80% or higher on the reading theme tests
Third Grade: 80% of the third grade students will pass all five of the timed tests for math
Fourth Grade: Fourth graders will read at least 100 books by the end of the quarter
Fifth Grade: All fifth grade students will score a "3" or "4" on answering questions with a complete sentence and with supporting details.
3. Our fourth quarter celebration will be on May 23rd. The specialists will plan a field day for students during their specials time. Student council will assist with this activity by lining up parent volunteers for the morning and afternoon times.
4. Note date change: The Zeman fifth grade chorus and fourth grade recorder concert will be on May 5th at 7:00.
5. Please turn in any input regarding classroom placement to the office by May 2nd.
6. The Zeman portable most likely will be moved to the back of the building near the playground area. The move is expected the weekend of May 23rd. Please be aware of this if your children play on the Zeman playground on weekends.
Dates:
April 29th PLC Day early dismissal 1:33
April 30th Volunteer Appreciation Tea 3:00
May 3rd Mayor's Run
May 5th 5th Grade Visit to Pound
May 5th 4th and 5th Grade Vocal Music Concert 7:00 p.m.
May 6th PTA 7:00
May 8th 2008-09 Kindergarten Orientation 3:00
May 9th Bike Rodeo
April 19th, 2008
Spring is here! Students have enjoyed having the opportunity to get outside without wearing heavy coats. Please encourage your student to look for any lost winter items that are in the lost and found.
Information:
1. Monday April 21st is a teacher plan day so students will not be in school on that day.
2. The spring instrumental concert will be on Thursday, April 24th at 7:00 p.m.
3. The Zeman Gold Star honorees for the 2007-08 school year are Ms. Lana Bond and fifth grade student Hannah Savidge. Ms. Bond has been the "birthday cupcake lady" at Zeman for several years. She organizes a monthly birthday list of students and passes out birthday cupcakes as a means of celebrating the students who have a birthday that month. Hannah Savidge is a fifth grade student who exemplifies the Character Counts character traits. She has been involved in band, student council, and ambassadors while at Zeman. Ms. Bond and Hannah will be honored at the Gold Star banquet to be held on May 7th.
4. Next week is National Public School Volunteer Appreciation Week. Zeman staff and I are very thankful for all of the volunteers that enrich our school. Parents, grandparents and community members provide many services for our students. Volunteers at Zeman take the form of classroom volunteers, PTA volunteers, Teammates, Junior Achievement, Big Sisters/Big Brothers, room parents as well as many other roles. There are many activities and events that would not happen if it were not for those of you who give of your time. If you are or have been a volunteer at Zeman sometime this year we would like to invite you to our Volunteer Appreciation Tea to be held on Friday, April 30th at 3:00 in the Zeman media center.
5. Moving???? If you will be moving out of the Zeman attendance area you may request a permit to have your student continue attending Zeman. If this is not possible please alert the school office that your child will be attending a new school for the 2008-09 school year. This information helps us n planning for the school year.
6. Traffic- Please try to observe the traffic flow at dismissal and arrival time. We ask that you approach school from the south and head north so that all traffic is heading north. Please do not park your car in front of the school. The signs that are posted in front of the school state that there is to be no parking between the hours of 8:00 and 4:00. All schools have these signs posted at the drop off areas. We ask that expect your child to cross the street using the crosswalk.
Dates:
April 21st Teacher Plan Day - Students not in attendance
April 23rd Office Professionals Appreciation Day
April 24th Band and Strings Concert 2:00, 7:00
April 26th Back Pack Program Walk 10:00 at East High
April 29th PLC Day early dismissal 1:33
April 30th Volunteer Appreciation Tea 3:00
May 3rd Mayor's Run
May 5th 5th Grade Visit to Pound
May 5th 4th and 5th Grade Vocal Music Concert 7:00 p.m.
May 8th 2008-09 Kindergarten Orientation 3:00
May 9th Bike Rodeo
April 12th, 2008
HappyBirthday! Taryn Abourezk, April 15th Sharon LaValleur, April 15th
This week the books that were purchased for classrooms by the proceeds from the PTA sponsored book fair arrived at Zeman. Thank you again to the PTA and Kandy Wade for organizing the book fair.
Information:
1. Input about class placement for the 2008-09 school year will be welcomed until May 1st. Please describe the characteristics of the classroom that you feel would help your child be most successful.
2. Summer school will be held at Zeman again this year. Second and third grade students needing additional time to master reading or math objectives in grades two and three are invited to participate
3. This Wednesday is Paraeducator Appreciation Day. Zeman staff appreciate all that our paraeducators do to support students and staff at Zeman. The role of paraeducator ranges from working with one student with special needs to supervising whole grade levels of students at recess or lunch. Paraeducators also do tasks such as clerical work, crosswalk duty, and security monitoring.
4. PTA election was held on April 1st. The results are as follows:
President: Jodi Isome Vice- President: Nicki Rivers Treasurer: Mary Brittenham Secretary: To Be Named
Thank you to outgoing officers: Kandy Wade, Mark Pederson, and Lisa Alvarez.
5. BackPack Walk: On April 26th LPS will be sponsoring a BackPack Walk to raise money for the BackPack Program that supplies a weekend backpack filled with nonperishable food for students whose Family is in need of food. If you would like to sponsor a teacher or enter the walk your self please speak with Mrs. Amy Dixon, ELL teacher, or Linda Fowle, health technician.
6. Running Club began on Wednesday April 19th. The club is open to 3rd-5th grade students. It presently has 60 members who meet each Monday and Wednesday after school. Zeman teachers Denyse Hunsaker, Nancy Sutton, Eileen Schmeichel, and Joanna Rempe sponsor the club with the help of parent Nelson Peterson. All Zeman students will be invited to participate in the Zeman Marathon to be held on the morning of May 27th.
Dates:
April 15th Pre-bid Construction Meeting
April 16th Paraeducator Appreciation Day
April 23rd Office Professionals Appreciation Day
April 24th Band and Strings Concert 2:00, 7:00
April 26th Back Pack Program Walk 10:00 at East High
April 28th 5th Grade visit to Pound 9:30-11:30
April 29th PLC Day early dismissal 1:33
Celebrations! Fourteen of our fifth grade students represented Zeman at the district science fair last Tuesday evening. They received two blue ribbons and ten purple ribbons (top honors). They worked very hard under Mrs. RafatÕs direction and were very knowledgeable about their topic.
Joel Brejda, fifth grade Zeman student, finished second in the state geography Bee. The bee was held this last Friday in Omaha. The winner of the bee was from Lux Middle School. There were 101 contestants competing in the bee. We appreciate the preparation Mrs. Walden does with our students through the geography club.
Information:
1. Progress reports for third quarter will be coming home this Wednesday with students.
2. Please return the Life Touch pictures if you are not wishing to purchase them.
3. MAT testing will take place this week. Students in grades three and five will be tested in reading, spelling math, language, science, and social studies. Please encourage your child to do their best to reflect their achievement. April 14th-18th will be used for make-up tests.
4. This past Tuesday evening Gary Martin, architect for The Architectural Partnership, presented the Zeman construction project to Zeman parents. The construction will begin in June and may be finished as early as JanuaryÕ09. The portable on the north side of the building will be relocated to the south of the building off of the concrete area outside the cafeteria. The relocation is scheduled for Memorial Day weekend. Fencing will be placed around the portable until it is set down permanently.
5. Input about class placement for the 2008-09 school year will be welcomed until May 1st. Please describe the characteristics of the classroom that you feel would help your child be most successful.
6. Running Club will begin Wednesday, April 9th. Students in third through fifth grade are invited to participate. A note about running club was sent home on Friday. Zeman will again hold its annual Zeman Marathon on May 27th. All students will be invited to participate in the marathon.
7. Summer school will be held at Zeman again this year. Second and third grade students needing additional time to master reading or math objectives in grades two and three are invited to participate
Dates:
April 7-18 MAT Tests 3rd and 5th Grade
April 7-11 STAR Lab 4th Grade
April 8th 2008-09 Kdg Screening 1:00-3:30
April 16th Paraeducator Appreciation Day
April 23rd Office Professionals Appreciation Day
April 24th Band and Strings Concert 2:00, 7:00
April 26th Back Pack Program Walk 10:00 at East High
April 28th 5th Grade visit to Pound 9:30-11:30
April 29th PLC Day early dismissal 1:33
March 14th, 2008
Happy Birthday Amanda Barkmeier March 19th, Sunnie Fox March 24th, Diana
Frydendall- Smith March 27th, Jeffre Picraux, March 29th, Judi Wittwer,
March 30th
Information:
1. Fifth grade students who are participating in the Pfizer-LPS science
fair are invited to attend an assembly at East High to honor Clayton
Anderson, the astronaut from Nebraska. The assembly is on April 1st at
1:00. Parents are required to take their student to the assembly since
it is during the school day. Please inform the office if you are
planning on taking your student out of school to attend he assembly.
2. Pictures from Life Touch have arrived and will be sent home with your
student on Wednesday, March 19th. If you plan to keep the pictures keep
the packet at home and send the money for the packet back to school with
your child. If you do not wish to purchase the packet please have your
child return the packet to school.
3. On March 31st the Scarlet and Cream Singers from UNL will be
performing at 1:00 for the 2nd through 5th grade students. The PTA is
sponsoring this program.
4. Tuesday, March 18th is an early dismissal day for students because of
PLCs. Students will have their regular lunch and be dismissed at 1:33.
5. April 6th is the deadline for turning HyVee receipts for the Dollars
for Education.
Dates:
March 18th PLC Early Release 1:33
March 20th 5th Grade to Earth Wellness Festival
March 20th End of the Quarter Celebration
March 20th Don and Millie’s Night
March 21st-March 30th Spring Break
April 1st Pfizer-LPS Science Fair
April 6th Deadline for receipts for Dollars for Education
April 7-11 Star Lab at Zeman 4th Grade
March 8th
Happy Birthday! Anne Walden March 8th, Jodi Spreier March 11th, Chelley Peterson, March 14th
Celebration: Thanks to Chris Rafat and Bonnie Hotz-McMahon for a successful science fair. The students were prepared and the evening was well organized.
Thank you to the PTA for providing bagels and juice to the staff for Teacher Appreciation Day!
Information:
1. PLC Sharing Fair: On Wednesday at 3:30 Zeman will be presenting, along with 6 other schools, what we have been doing at our PLCs this year. The meeting will be in the LPS boardroom. Dr Moore, Dr Jacobs, Vern Fisher, and other district persons are the organizers. The audience consists of the staff from other schools that are also presenting as well as schools that are just interested in seeing what is happening in the district.
2. Please remind your student that electronic devices are not permitted at school and if staff see them they will give them to the office to hold until parents make arrangements to pick them up. Some students are using the devices during class time. Staff also will not be responsible for lost or stolen items
3. Kindergarten registration for the 2008-09 school year will be March 13th and 14th at the Zeman office. Please share this information with your neighbors who may have a kindergarten student.
4. Spring Break will soon be here! School will not be in session from March 21st to March 30th.
5. An open house for 5th grade students who will be attending Pound next year will be on Monday March 10th at 6:30-7:30. It would be very helpful to your fifth grade student if he/she would attend. If your student will be attending a different middle school please contact that school soon to determine when their open house for fifth grade students will be held.
Dates:
March 10th Pound Middle School Open House for 5th Grade students 6:30-7:30 p.m.
March 12th PLC Sharing Fair 3:30 LPSDO Board Room
March 13 and 14 Kindergarten Registration at Zeman. On Thursday it will be from 8:00 to 6:00 and on Friday it will be from 8:00 to 4:00.
March 18th PLC Early Release 1:33
March 20th End of the Quarter Celebration
March 21st-March 30th Spring Break
February 29th
Happy Birthday! Anne Walden March 8
Information:
1. The Science Fair will be held this Thursday, March 6th from 6:30-8:00. Students should have their display ready by 6:20. Fifth grade students will set up in the cafeteria and the rest of the students will be in the gym with their projects. Fifth grade students participating in the district science fair are invited to a presentation by Astronaut Clay Anderson at East High School at 1:00 p.m. on April 1st. Parents will need to provide transportation and accompany their student to the presentation.
2. Individual Pictures were taken of all students who were at school on Friday, February 29th. Proofs of the picture will be sent home with your child and you will choose to order pictures based on the proof.
3. An open house for 5th grade students who will be attending Pound next year will be on Monday March 10th at 6:30-7:30. It would be very helpful to your fifth grade student if he/she would attend. If your student will be attending a different middle school please contact that school soon to determine when their open house for fifth grade students will be held.
4. Kindergarten registration for the 2008-09 school year will be March 13th and 14th at the Zeman office. Please share this information with your neighbors who may have a kindergarten student.
5. Please help us keep traffic flowing at dismissal time by not parking in the area reserved for daycare vans.
6. Grade level goals have been set and will be celebrated on March 20th.
Grade level goals are:
Kindergarten: Students will learn 21 sight words by the end of the quarter.
1st Grade: Students will be able to name the coins penny, nickel, dime, and quarter and know the value of each.
2nd Grade: Students will pass the addition and subtraction timed tests.
3rd Grade: Students will pass the 0-10 multiplication timed tests and the 0-5 division timed test. 4th Grade: Students will read one fiction and one non-fiction book and do a book talk over one of the books this quarter.
5th Grade: Together 5th grade will read 200 books by the end of the quarter.
Ask your child how he/she is doing on reaching the class goal.
Dates:
March 3rd Read Across America All School Read Kdg, -5th Grades
March 4th Skating Party A&R Skate 6:00-8:00
March 4th Nebraska Teacher Appreciation Day
March 6th Science Fair
March 10th Pound Middle School Open House for 5th Grade students 6:30-7:30 p.m.
March 13 and 14 Kindergarten Registration at Zeman. On Thursday it will be from 8:00 to 6:00 and on Friday it will be from 8:00 to 4:00.
March 18th PLC Early Dismissal 1:33
March 20th End of the Quarter Celebration
March 21st- March 30th Spring Break
February 21st
Happy Birthday! Dana Dean, February 24th and Peter Bouffard, February 26th
Thank you to all who attended parent/teacher conferences. We recognize
that educating your child is a partnership between school and our Zeman
families. Staff appreciate the meals that were provided by parents
during conferences.
Information:
1. Science Fair: If your child needs a display board for the science
fair they may get one from 5th grade teacher, Mrs. Rafat. The science
fair will be held March 6th . Students will need to have their display
ready by 6:20 p.m.
2. Book Fair: Thank you to all of the parent volunteers who helped to
make the book fair a big success.
3. Picture Day: The PTA is sponsoring a spring school picture day on the
evening of February 28th at 5:30-7:30 and during the school day on
Friday February 29th from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. You may bring your
family for pictures on the evening of February 28th.
4. Sheldon Art Gallery: The 5th and 4th grade students will be going to
the Sheldon Art Gallery on Tuesday, February 26th in the morning. This
is a field trip that is sponsored by the Lincoln Public Schools art
curriculum department.
5. Early Release: Tuesday, February 26th will be an early release day .
Students will be dismissed from school at 1:33 p.m.
6. Parent Conference: Each year the Nebraska State Department of
Education sponsors a Parent Involvement Conference. This year’s
conference is March 29th at Papillion-LaVista South High School in
Papillion , Nebraska. The cost of the conference is $25. If you would
like more information or a registration form please contact Donna
Williams at 436-1169. Registrations are due February 29th.
7. If you would like information about the LPS ExCite program for
preschool age children please contact the office or take one of the
flyers attached to the posters in the front hallway.
Dates:
February 26th Early Release 1:33 for PLC meeting
February 26th 4th and 5th Grades to the Sheldon Art Gallery
February 28th Evening Individual pictures taken
February 29th Morning individual student pictures taken
February 29th First Grade “Read Across America” activities 11:00-12:00
February 29th Second Grade Karate Presentation 2:00
March 3rd Read Across America All School Read Kdg, -5th Grades
March 4th Skating Party A&R Skate 6:00-8:00
March 4th Nebraska Teacher Appreciation Day
March 6th Science Fair
March 10th Pound Middle School Open House for 5th Grade students
6:30-7:30 p.m.
February 17th
Happy Birthday! Sheila Garrison February 22nd and Dana Dean February 24th
Thank you to all of the parents and grandparents who helped with the
Valentine’s parties. The children had a wonderful time playing games,
opening their valentines and eating treats.
Information:
1. Parent/Teacher conferences are this Tuesday and Thursday evening
starting at 3:30. If you do not have an assigned time please sign up by
contacting your child’s teacher or calling the office to get an open time.
2. Construction: Drawings of the new construction will be on display
during conferences in the hallway leading to the instructional area and
media center.
3. Individual Pictures: You will have the opportunity to purchase a
spring individual picture of your child this year. Individual pictures
will be taken on the evening of February 28th and during the school day
in the morning on February 29th. You may have additional family member’s
pictures taken in the evening of the 28th if you wish. Students will be
bringing a flyer home this week in the Wednesday folder about pictures.
4. Arrival and Dismissal Plans: If you have not completed an arrival and
dismissal plan that was sent home in January please plan to do so at
conferences.
5. Book Fair: The Zeman book fair will be open to families during
conferences. The proceeds generated by the book fair will be used by
teachers to purchase books for their students to use in the classroom.
Your child’s classroom has been assigned a specific time during the
school day when they will visit the book fair. Flyers with featured
books went home in Wednesday folders.
6. Zeman Cookbooks: The Zeman cookbooks are still available and will be
for sale during conferences. The cost is $8.50. Just about every child
at Zeman has a recipe in the cookbook.
Dates:
February 18th Teacher Plan Day
February 19th and 22nd Parent/Teacher Conferences
February 26th Early Release 1:33 for PLC meeting
February 26th 4th and 5th Grades to the Sheldon Art Gallery
February 28th Evening Individual pictures taken
February 29th Morning individual student pictures taken
February 29th First Grade “Read Across America” activities 11:00-12:00
February 29th Second Grade Karate Presentation 2:00
March 4th Skating Party A&R Skate 6:00-8:00
March 4th Nebraska Teacher Appreciation Day
March 6th Science Fair
February 10th
Happy Birthday! Mrs. Roberts February 11th Mrs. Hawkins February 14th
Mrs. Rauch February 15th Mrs. Schmeichel February 17th
Information:
1. Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held February 19th and February
21st. If you were unable to get in to sign up for a conference time
please contact your child’s teacher t set up a conference time.
2. Dr. Hotz-McMahon fell as she was leaving school last Tuesday evening
and broke her arm in several places. The break required surgery. She was
very appreciative of the Zeman families that helped her as they came to
pick up their students from the after school care program. She will
probably be out most of the week recuperating.
3. It was sunny and warm in California this past week. I attended an
educator’s conference there along with several other Lincoln Public
Schools principals. The conference brought together many top persons in
the field of education and I appreciate the opportunity to attend. I was
reminded again of the awesome privilege that I have to impact students
as a principal. However, it is good to be back at Zeman.
4. Valentine parties will be held this week! Students are looking
forward to celebrating with their classrooms. We appreciate the parents
that plan and hold the parties.
5. PTA officer nominations are being sought. If you are a PTA member and
would be willing to serve as president, vice-president, treasurer, or
secretary please let Mrs. Giltner or Mr. Alvarez know of your interest.
Dates:
February 13th 5th Grade Valentine’s Party 1:00
February 14th K-4th grade Valentine’s party 2:00
February 18th Teacher Plan Day –No school for students
February 19th-21st Book Fair
February 19th and 21st Parent Teacher Conferences
February 1st
Happy Birthday Renee Roberts February 11th
Congratulations to Nancy Sutton,
Nancy received the Ambassador Award as a part of the recognition of
Girls and Women in Fitness Awards. She helps with the Lincoln Marathon.
The Mayor’s Run, and with the Zeman Running Club. She was recognized at
a brunch on Saturday, February 2nd.
Information:
1. State Writing Test: Our fourth grade students have completed the
state writing test this past week. Staff is very pleased with the effort
that students put forth. We were all pleased that students applied what
they had been taught and performed at a level at which they were
capable. This spring we will get the results of the test.
2. Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held February 19th and February
21st. If you were unable to get in to sign up for a conference time
please contact your child’s teacher t set up a conference time.
3. PTA will meet this Tuesday at 7:00. New PTA members are welcomed. We
have a goal of hoping to reach 100 members this year. We are very close
to that. PTA is currently seeking nominations for PTA officers for the
2008-09 school year. If you are a member of PTA and would be willing to
serve as an officer please let Mike Alvarez or Audrey Giltner know of
your interest.
4.Zeman will again host the 2nd and 3rd grade summer school program this
year. The summer school is for students who are in need of additional
time in reading or math to meet the district curriculum objectives. The
dates of the summer school are June 5 through July 2nd. Because the
summer school is only 4 weeks long it is important that students attend
consistently during the session. The hours are 9:15 to 12:15.
5. Students are being given the opportunity to have lunch at the Manners
Table each Monday. Lunchroom supervisors choose 6 to 8 students to eat
in the principal’s office during their lunchtime. They enjoy music,
candlelight (battery operated candles), a tablecloth and decorations.
This is a way to recognize positive behaviors in the lunchroom.
Dates:
Feb. 5th PTA Meeting 7:00
February 7th Kindergarten Field Trip to Wesleyan Theater (Note change
from Feb 5th)
February 13th 5th Grade Valentine’s Party 1:00
February 14th K-4th grade Valentine’s party 2:00
February 19th-21st Book Fair
February 19th and 21st Parent Teacher Conferences
January 25th
Happy Birthday Donna Williams January 30, Denyse Hunsaker February 1
Information:
1. This Tuesday will be an early release day due to PLC meetings. Students will be dismissed at 1:33. Lunch will be served as usual.
2. Families may sign up for conferences between now and next Friday, February 1st. Conferences are on Tuesday, February 19th and Thursday, February 21st.
3. Next Monday, January 28th we will kick off a fundraiser for new bookshelves n our media center. Students will bring home a packet of postcards to be filled out with names of relatives or friends that might be interested in renewing their subscriptions on behalf of Zeman School. Participation is voluntary. Names ad addresses will be kept confidential.
4. Science Club will begin February 4th and Geography Club will begin February 21st,
5. Valentine parties will be held the second week of February. The 5th grade party will be on February 13th at 1:00 to accommodate the field trip to Satrbase on February 14th. The rest f the parties will be at 2:00 on February 14th.
6. If you would like to view the fifth grade pictures from Starbase, go to starbasenebraska.org and click on tuesdayzeman.
7. Remember that HyveeÕs ÒDollars for EducationÓ is going on now until April 6th. Send all HyVee receipts to Zeman and we will receive money for our school.
8. Lost and Found items will be put out in the hallway this next week. Stop by or encourage your child to stop by and claim lost items.
9. Report cards will come home in the Wednesday folders January 30th
Dates:
January 28th-Feb 1st QSP Fundraiser
January 29th PLC early dismissal day
January 30th Report Cards home in Wednesday folders
February 1st Science Fair Registration due
February 1st End of conference sign up
February 5th Kindergarten trip to Wesleyan for the Jungle Book presentation
January 18th
Happy Birthday! Kim Ziemann January 22nd
Celebrations! The Primary Focus Program, sponsored by the PTA, was a great way to end the week and start the semester. The program presented skits and songs that reinforce each of the six Character Counts traits. Ask your child about the program and see how many f the following traits he/she can name: respect, responsibility, caring, fairness, trustworthiness, and citizenship.
Information:
1. Conference sign up will begin on January 22nd. Sign up sheets will be in the hallway leading into the media center. You may sign up between January 22nd and February 1st for conferences that will be held Feb. 19th and the 21st.
2. The Science Club registration is full. Thank you to those of you who have volunteered to help with this exciting after school program. Geography registrations are still being accepted.
3. "Dollars for Education", sponsored by HyVee has begun and will continue until April 14th. Please send your red-rimmed receipts with your child and we will turn them into HyVee. For every $100 you spend at the store, Zeman receives a $1.00. We can earn up to $1,000 by just shopping at HyVee. We appreciate the HyVee stores and Zeman parent, Mr. Phil Savidge, for all that they do to support students at Zeman.
4. Next Wednesday the fourth grade students will have the opportunity to go to the Lincoln Symphony. This is a part of the music curriculum for Lincoln Public Schools students. This is a great time for them to be exposed to the variety of instruments in an orchestra. Many of the fourth grade students have been studying a string instrument this year and will have the opportunity next year if they wish to choose to play band instruments.
Dates:
January 21st Martin Luther King holiday No school for students
January 22nd-Feb, 1st Conference sign up
January 23rd 4th Grade to Lincoln Symphony
January 29th PLC early dismissal day
February 1st Science Fair Registration due
February 5th Kindergarten trip to Wesleyan for the Jungle Book presentation