Mr. Sassman's 4th Grade Class Blog
Welcome back to school and welcome to 4th grade!
I had the opportunity and pleasure to meet several parents/guardians during the annual Ice Cream Social and it was a huge success. Thank you for attending and if you were unable to make it, I am sure we will meet one-on-one in the near future (Parent/Teacher conferences in October). If you have not yet, please read through our classroom handbook.
I mentioned that I would maintain a class blog for you to see a "snapshot" of what lessons and activities we do in class. I will also include a rough sketch of our schedule for the week, highlighting some of our main events, but please keep in mind that things may change from time to time. At the bottom of the blog post, I will list the homework that is due for the week, for your reference.
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So...As you know, I have not been at school since we have started. To keep things brief, last Wednesday, my wife was Medevaced to Providence Medical Center due to pre-term labor. She is almost 28 weeks, so things are very delicate and complicated at the moment. I have a lot to be thankful for including how far we have come.
Meagen and I enjoyed reading the sweet card and kind sentiments from the students over the weekend. It lifted our spirits. Since we have been down here, we have received many emails, phone calls, and words of encouragement from the Pearl Creek community. A special thanks to Mrs. Erin Wartes, who is brilliantly covering the class in my absence, and to the principal, Mrs. Kate LaPlaunt for being so helpful and compassionate. Also, thanks to Mr. Matt Powers and Mr. Brent for including the class in some fun activities. Meagen and I are fortunate to have amazing friends and colleagues in our lives.
As of now, baby is not here yet, and that is a good thing for development. The more time that goes by, the lower the risks are for a lot of things. We are still very much day-by-day, even hour-by-hour, and on alert. We are in the best place we can be for all scenarios.
Besides the obvious, I am feeling additional angst right now. As you know, the beginning of the year is crucial to bonding, routine, and expectations for a new class. I am looking forward to getting things going, but I have to be here for my family. I have a tentative plan in place for my return; your child's education is important to me. For now, please be patient, and know that your student is in great care and surrounded by people who are very kind, knowledgeable, and capable. I have daily communication with the school and Mrs. Wartes, and I am aware of all the activities happening, so we may pick up where we need to.
Thank you for your understanding and compassion during this difficult time in our lives.
It's a good life!
Mr. Sassman
Meagen and I enjoyed reading the sweet card and kind sentiments from the students over the weekend. It lifted our spirits. Since we have been down here, we have received many emails, phone calls, and words of encouragement from the Pearl Creek community. A special thanks to Mrs. Erin Wartes, who is brilliantly covering the class in my absence, and to the principal, Mrs. Kate LaPlaunt for being so helpful and compassionate. Also, thanks to Mr. Matt Powers and Mr. Brent for including the class in some fun activities. Meagen and I are fortunate to have amazing friends and colleagues in our lives.
As of now, baby is not here yet, and that is a good thing for development. The more time that goes by, the lower the risks are for a lot of things. We are still very much day-by-day, even hour-by-hour, and on alert. We are in the best place we can be for all scenarios.
Besides the obvious, I am feeling additional angst right now. As you know, the beginning of the year is crucial to bonding, routine, and expectations for a new class. I am looking forward to getting things going, but I have to be here for my family. I have a tentative plan in place for my return; your child's education is important to me. For now, please be patient, and know that your student is in great care and surrounded by people who are very kind, knowledgeable, and capable. I have daily communication with the school and Mrs. Wartes, and I am aware of all the activities happening, so we may pick up where we need to.
Thank you for your understanding and compassion during this difficult time in our lives.
It's a good life!
Mr. Sassman
