Safari Greg and Critters at the Library

The library's summer reading program came to an end with Safari Greg's annual visit. As usual he kept the children entertained while he threw in a couple of lesson about wildlife. He's always a hit because he brings some critters with him. This year he had a white corn snake, an African tortoise, a cayman and a python.
There was a total of 1200 books read by the children who participated in the program!

2009-10 Supply List

2009-2010 RECOMMENDED PICKETT COUNTY K-8 SUPPLY LIST
ALL CONSUMABLE SUPPLIES IN EACH GRADE SHOULD BE RESTOCKED OFTEN, AT LEAST EVERY 9 WEEKS.

Kindergarten
folding mat
crayons (24 count or less)
glue sticks
backpack is recommended
primary tablet
pencil box
headphones
scissors--we prefer Fiskars
PLEASE LABEL ALL YOUR CHILD'S BELONGINGS WITH A PERMANENT MARKER

1st Grade
scissors
wide rule loose leaf paper
2 70 sheet wire bound notebooks
pencils (#2)
pencil box or pouch
headphones
erasers or big eraser
2 folders with pockets

2nd Grade
wide rule loose leaf paper
crayons (24 count or less)
scissors
Pencils (#2 mechanical)
pencil box
headphones
glue--1 Elmer's and 2 glue sticks
2 plastic folders with pockets
2 spiral wide ruled notebooks
NO LARGE NOTEBOOKS OR TRAPPER KEEPERS, NO PENCIL SHARPENERS

3rd Grade
wide rule loose leaf paper
pencils (#2)
2 spiral notebooks
ruler with metric
scissors
crayons
glue stick
2 ink pens (black or blue)
3 folders with pockets
headphones

4th Grade
glue sticks
Pencils (#2)
crayons (24 ct.)
2 blue ink pens
calculator (small pocket type)
small notepad
2 spiral 70 count notebooks
2 dry erase markers
3 folders with center wire tabs
pencil sharpener with cover
scissors
wide rule loose leaf paper
colored pencils
4 stretch book covers
2 1 and 1/2 inch 3 ring binders
1 package dividers
headphones
2 poster boards
dictionary
ruler
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT EACH CHILD HAVE AN EXTRA PAIR OF TENNIS SHOES FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION

5th and 6th Grade

Reading
pencils (#2)
pens
spiral notebook
1 three ring binder
wide rule loose leaf paper

Social Studies
pencils (#2)
wide rule composition notebook
1 large stretch book cover

Math
1 inch three ring binder
wide rule paper
pencils (#2)
1 large book cover (stretch

Science
1 composition book
$5.00 lab fee

English
pencils (#2)
wide rule paper
1 inch three ring binder
1 package dividers
1 large book cover (stretch)

HEADPHONES ARE RECOMMENDED FOR COMPUTER CLASS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT EACH CHILD HAVE AN EXTRA PAIR OF TENNIS SHOES FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION

7TH AND 8TH GRADES

English
1 2 inch three ring binder
wide rule loose leaf paper
pens (black or blue)
1 package dividers
erasers
1 large book cover (stretch)
pencils (#2)

Reading
1 three ring binder
pencils (#2)
pens
wide rule loose leaf paper


Science
1 large book cover (stretch)
1 three ring binder
loose leaf paper
erasers
ink pen
1 pkg. dividers
1 composition book for journal

Math
2 inch three ring binder
wide rule loose leaf paper
pencils (#2)

Social Studies
wide rule paper (notebook, loose leaf binder or folder)
pencils (#2) or pens (blue or black)

HEADPHONES ARE RECOMMENDED FOR COMPUTER CLASS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT EACH CHILD HAVE AN EXTRA PAIR OF TENNIS SHOES FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION

School Supplies and Backpacks for Students

The Coordinated School Health Program is once again planning to help provide students with school supplies and backpacks. Last year, through donations from local churches and individuals they were able to supply over 80 students with backpacks filled with school supplies that were specific to the child’s grade in school.
This year backpacks will be ready for pick up at the Coordinated School Health Office (next to the director’s office) on Tuesday, August 11th from 12:00-4:00. Those who wish to donate supplies may leave them at the director’s office or contact Lisa Cummings at 864-7123 or e-mail cshmail@k12tn.net

If you know a child that attends Pickett County Schools and needs help with school supplies you can send their name, grade, phone number, and name of person that will pick up the supplies to:
Coordinated School Health
141 Skyline Drive
Byrdstown, TN 38549
or call 864-7123 and leave the information

Due to the expense of purchasing backpacks please specify if only the school supplies are needed.

Science Guy @ Summer Reading July 23

Mr. Bond, the Science Guy, entertained the children at Pickett County Library's Summer Reading Program on July 23. Many people in the audience participated in the program. Everyone had lots of fun learning about and seeing experiments with electricity. The electric chair at the end of the program was a big hit! And a little bit of a shock!!

The last program will be Thursday, July 30th at 10:30 and will feature Safari Greg.

July 16th Program

This Thursday's program at the public library's Summer Reading will be Debbie McClendon Music and Puppets. She hasn't been to the Pickett County Library before, but she promises a good time for all. Remember it begins at 10:30.

Summer Reading Puppet Show

The Summer Reading Program at the Public Library kicked off with a Puppet Show by the Upper Cumberland Regional Library. This year's theme is Be Creative @ Your Library. Fifty six adults and ninety-eight children enjoyed the show, which featured art, music, dance and drama. Next week's program is on Thursday, July 16th at 10:30. Don't forget you can check the library blog for the schedule of events.
Pickett County Library

If your child is participating in the program and you would like a dvd of the pictures that I make during the programs I will create one after the last program. Just let Lori or Janet at the library know or tell me or email me to get on the list! gibsond2@k12tn.net

Interesting Trivia

Here's an interesting fact, but I believe I will just sleep right though it!

AT 5 MINUTES AND 6 SECONDS AFTER 4 A.M., ON THE 8TH OF JULY, THIS YEAR, THE TIME AND DATE WILL BE:
04:05:06 07-08-09
THIS WILL NOT HAPPEN AGAIN UNTIL THE YEAR 3009!!!

Summer Reading/Library Blog

The summer reading program this Thursday, July 9th at the public library will be the Upper Cumberland Library Puppet show, which is always great! Miss Lori has started a blog where you can follow what's happening at the library. You can find it here. I will list it in our blog roll so you can check there too. Join in the fun at 10:30. All ages will enjoy the show!

Summer Reading begins July 9th

I want to remind you the Summer Reading Program at the public library begins this week. Here is the schedule:

July 9th
July 16th
July 23
July 30

The programs begin at 10:30. It's free, but the librarians would appreciate it if you would register so they know how many to plan for. For more information go by the Pickett County Library on Main Street or call 864-6281.