Burroughs Community School

Monday, May 16, 8-9:00 a.m.
Burroughs Cafeteria

We are planning a continental style breakfast and have many food items covered, but are still looking for people to help out with food donations and other items. We are also seeking volunteers for the day of the event to assist in set-up and clean-up. Since this is a school release day, we will also need volunteers to watch kids in the gym as needed.

If you want to volunteer the day of or bring food items, etc., please contact Brenda Johnson.

When: May 2-6
Where: Burroughs Media Center
Hours: 8:15 - 3:15

Students may purchase books during their media class (or any other time of the week with permission from their teacher). Parents and staff may shop at any time during the fair.

All items are half-price! See you there!

Burroughs Cinco de Mayo Potluck
Presented by the Burroughs PTA and the Burroughs Latino PTA
Come celebrate Thursday, May 5
6-8pm

Program in Gymnasium
6-6:45
3,4,5 grade dances
University Language School Students (K-2)
Multimedia Presentation
K-1 Mexican Dances

Potluck, Band, Cake Walk and Activities
6:45-8:00
Potluck
Based on your child’s last name, please bring one of the following items:
A-J main dish
K-S side dish/salad
T-Z dessert

If you wish to bring traditional Mexican food, consider these restaurant options:
Pepitos on Chicago Ave.
El Nuevo Rodeo on Lake Street
La Fonda Sazon de Nuestro Mexico on Blaisdell Ave.
Marissa’s Bakery #2 on Nicollet Ave.
Perla Pacifico on Nicollet Ave.
Salsa a la Salsa on Nicollet Ave.
Taqueria La Hacienda on Lake Street


Volunteers needed for set-up, clean-up, decorating and activities. Please contact Tristen Lindemann if you can help:
tlindemann@mn.rr.com or 925-4631

Cakes needed for Cake Walk. Please contact Becky Wright if you can donate a cake: wrightmn@mn.rr.com or 825-5053

Students in grades 3, 4, and 5 are testing again. This week, they are taking the MCA Math test. Next week, on Tuesday and Wednesday, they will take the MCA Reading test. On Thursday, April 28, 5th graders will take the MCA Writing test.

If you'd like to get an idea of what these tests are like, you can check out (and your child can work through) practice tests through the district's site. Note that you'll need your student's ID number to enter the site--you can find it on any past report card.

Looking for the Classroom Placement Policy? You'll find it here, or there is a permanent link at the top of the Site Council page.

Hats, Hats, and more hats!!! Burroughs school now has its own official BASEBALL HATS ! Get one this Friday. $10 protects you from the sun while supporting your school at the same time. Adult and kids sizes; quantities are limited.

Spirit Wear will be on sale this Friday and every Friday until the end of the year before and after school.

Join us for a "5 de Mayo" Celebration and Potluck for all Burroughs families!

Thursday, May 5
6:00-8:00

An evening of entertainment is planned! Performances include

• Traditional Mexican dances by the bilingual kindergarden and 1st grade classes.
• Dances led by Mr. Hofmann and demonstrated by the 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students. Families will be invited to dance along with the children afterwards.
• A live band will also perform!

Childcare will be provided during the performances.
Chips, salsa, fresh tortillas and drinks will be provided by the school.
Mr. Hofmann has a few more details on the Music blog.