July 16 - 20

Bacon Bears,



Mrs. Pedrick and her Cierra at Sesame Place

I hope everyone is making the most out of their summer. I have been busy preparing for the school year by reading, writing, reflecting, and most importantly, re-charging! Over the past few weeks, I have been engaged in a Skype project titled, "Educators Making a Difference." I contacted educators through twitter, and asked them to participate. We then Skyped, because everyone involved lives in different parts of the world. My learning curve, as a result of this project, has been tremendous! If you are interested in learning more about the project, please feel free to visit drspikecook.com. I would love to read your comments!

Summer Pictures:

Mrs. Simpson and baby Adam! How precious!

Mrs. Simpson's garden

Here is a great video on creativity. Take 2 minutes to watch it, and you will be glad you did!


Building Updates:
The third floor, except for Rooms 17 and 27, is completed. Teachers who are assigned to the third floor are able to visit, and begin setting up their classrooms. The custodian crew is working on the main floor, bottom floor, and the stage. I will let you know when the other classrooms are ready.

The crew is working on renovating the stage for all to see

Staffing Updates:
Due to increasing enrollment in Kindergarten, RM Bacon will be posting an Elementary Teaching position, and a Full Time Instructional Assistant position very shortly.

We are also seeking a Maternity Leave Teaching Position (September 4 - January 1) for 1st grade.

Interested candidates can access the online application:  http://www.generalasp.com/millville/onlineapp/default.aspx

Weekly Overview:
Monday - 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday - Office Closed - Dr. Cook at Administration Retreat
Wednesday - 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday - 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday - Office is closed