1^st quarter is behind us (which seems hard to believe, as always), conferences have been held, and we are almost finished deciding where our new murals will be hung.  These murals are part of what we received as a result of the make-over on Saturday the 11^th, thanks to volunteers from Chicago Cares and Medline Medical Supplies.  We are looking forward to learning in our beautiful new space!

The other big project that took place that day was the leveling of our library.  No, we are not tearing the library down; we are leveling the whole library according to guided reading level.  It has been a huge undertaking, and we are relying on volunteers to help us finish this project.  Once finished, students will be able to go straight to a book and have the confidence that they will be able to read it without frustration.  When ready, they can pick a book at the next level so they can challenge themselves.  So if you have any time to spare this week, we could use you!  Come on out, we’ll put you to work.  I’ll even buy you lunch! 

One more thing, and then I’ll sign off for now:  Our Fall Spirit Wear begins this week, and runs through the 31^st, next Friday.  We have a great new design for the logo and we encourage you to purchase a piece of Spirit Wear!  Friday is Spirit Day, and we want to see everyone in W.J. Murphy colors!

Until next time, have a great week!

Mr. Prickett