Check out these Sneak Peaks for next week's Book Fair!
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Texas Roadhouse Frozen Rolls PTO Fundraiser going on now through March 18th -- just in time for Easter!
$8/dozen rolls
$3/ 5oz Honey Butter
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$8/dozen rolls
$3/ 5oz Honey Butter
ORDER HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeNIiMYAE0DutNLxwYS4GhvS9moVRgfjFzTl89u9_UNMHfpAg/viewform
💚 Wear Green Friday 💚
Perrine Panthers, don’t forget! Friday is a special dress-up day — wear GREEN! 🍀
We can’t wait to see our school filled with green as we celebrate together. Let’s show our Panther pride and have some fun! 💜🐾
#PerrinePanthers #DressUpDay #WearGreen
PTO meeting TOMORROW, Thursday March 12th at 6:30pm in the library.
We are planning our upcoming Spring Fling Dance, the 40th Anniversary End-of-Year Carnival, and Teacher Appreciation Week.
Please come - your input is appreciated!
We are planning our upcoming Spring Fling Dance, the 40th Anniversary End-of-Year Carnival, and Teacher Appreciation Week.
Please come - your input is appreciated!
📚 Perrine Panthers Book Fair Next Week! 🐾💜
Our Book Fair will be open next week during Parent-Teacher Conferences in the library! This is a wonderful opportunity for families to bring new books into their homes and help grow a love of reading.
We know that the more students read, the stronger their reading skills become, and having books at home makes a big difference!
Another reason we love the Book Fair? A portion of the proceeds comes right back to our school library, helping us add more great books for all of our Perrine Panthers to enjoy.
Stop by the library during conferences, browse the shelves, and help us celebrate the joy of reading together! 📖✨
#PerrinePanthers #BookFair #ReadersAreLeaders #LoveOfReading
Our Book Fair will be open next week during Parent-Teacher Conferences in the library! This is a wonderful opportunity for families to bring new books into their homes and help grow a love of reading.
We know that the more students read, the stronger their reading skills become, and having books at home makes a big difference!
Another reason we love the Book Fair? A portion of the proceeds comes right back to our school library, helping us add more great books for all of our Perrine Panthers to enjoy.
Stop by the library during conferences, browse the shelves, and help us celebrate the joy of reading together! 📖✨
#PerrinePanthers #BookFair #ReadersAreLeaders #LoveOfReading
🎤📰 4th Grade Newsroom in Action! 📰🎤
Our 4th graders recently stepped into the role of reporters as they wrote and presented their own newscasts! Students worked hard to write their stories using clear transitions to help their ideas flow, just like real journalists.
Once their scripts were ready, they practiced presenting in front of an audience, building confidence and communication skills along the way. We were so impressed with their creativity, teamwork, and professionalism on “air”!
Great job, 4th grade reporters! We might just have some future journalists in the making. 🐾💜
#PerrinePanthers #StudentVoices #FutureJournalists
Our 4th graders recently stepped into the role of reporters as they wrote and presented their own newscasts! Students worked hard to write their stories using clear transitions to help their ideas flow, just like real journalists.
Once their scripts were ready, they practiced presenting in front of an audience, building confidence and communication skills along the way. We were so impressed with their creativity, teamwork, and professionalism on “air”!
Great job, 4th grade reporters! We might just have some future journalists in the making. 🐾💜
#PerrinePanthers #StudentVoices #FutureJournalists
📚✨ Read Across America at Perrine! ✨📚
Our school community came together to celebrate Read Across America in the best way—by sharing the joy of reading! Special visitors joined us in the library to read stories to groups of students, bringing books to life and making the day extra memorable.
Even more exciting, some of our Perrine Panthers stepped into the role of reader themselves by sharing books with younger students. It was wonderful to see our students building confidence and spreading their love of reading! 💜🐾
Thank you to our special guests and our student readers for helping make this celebration of literacy so meaningful. Reading truly brings our community together!
#ReadAcrossAmerica #PerrinePanthers #LoveOfReading
Our school community came together to celebrate Read Across America in the best way—by sharing the joy of reading! Special visitors joined us in the library to read stories to groups of students, bringing books to life and making the day extra memorable.
Even more exciting, some of our Perrine Panthers stepped into the role of reader themselves by sharing books with younger students. It was wonderful to see our students building confidence and spreading their love of reading! 💜🐾
Thank you to our special guests and our student readers for helping make this celebration of literacy so meaningful. Reading truly brings our community together!
#ReadAcrossAmerica #PerrinePanthers #LoveOfReading
📚💜 One District, One Book Family Literacy Night! 💜📚
What a wonderful evening celebrating The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane together! Families visited six different activity stations inspired by Edward’s story and enjoyed some refreshments in the cafeteria while spending time reading, learning, and connecting.
Picture dump #4
What a wonderful evening celebrating The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane together! Families visited six different activity stations inspired by Edward’s story and enjoyed some refreshments in the cafeteria while spending time reading, learning, and connecting.
Picture dump #4
📣 Perrine Family Clubs Update
Due to a busy few weeks at Perrine, we have decided to cancel our March Family Clubs night. With our wonderful Edward Tulane Family Night recently behind us and Parent-Teacher Conferences coming up next week, we want to be mindful of families’ schedules.
Our final Perrine Family Clubs night of the year will be April 23rd, and we can’t wait to see everyone there for one last evening of fun and connection! 💜
Thank you for your continued support of our Perrine Panthers and the strong partnerships we build with our families.
Due to a busy few weeks at Perrine, we have decided to cancel our March Family Clubs night. With our wonderful Edward Tulane Family Night recently behind us and Parent-Teacher Conferences coming up next week, we want to be mindful of families’ schedules.
Our final Perrine Family Clubs night of the year will be April 23rd, and we can’t wait to see everyone there for one last evening of fun and connection! 💜
Thank you for your continued support of our Perrine Panthers and the strong partnerships we build with our families.
🏀💜 Shoutout to Our Amazing PE Teacher! 🐾
We want to give a big thank you to Mrs. Lusk, our incredible PE teacher, for helping make recess more fun and safe for our Perrine Panthers!
Through Playworks games and others, Mrs. Lusk teaches students skills they can use during recess so everyone can play together, stay active, and solve problems the right way. Recently, students in grades 3–5 have been learning fun basketball games like Knockout and Around the World.
The best part? These are games the whole family can enjoy! Check out the videos to learn how to play and try them at home together. 🏀
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=an14cEDSPaA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VksVq2aAyFU
Thank you, Mrs. Lusk, for helping our students build teamwork, confidence, and a love for being active! 💜🐾
We want to give a big thank you to Mrs. Lusk, our incredible PE teacher, for helping make recess more fun and safe for our Perrine Panthers!
Through Playworks games and others, Mrs. Lusk teaches students skills they can use during recess so everyone can play together, stay active, and solve problems the right way. Recently, students in grades 3–5 have been learning fun basketball games like Knockout and Around the World.
The best part? These are games the whole family can enjoy! Check out the videos to learn how to play and try them at home together. 🏀
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=an14cEDSPaA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VksVq2aAyFU
Thank you, Mrs. Lusk, for helping our students build teamwork, confidence, and a love for being active! 💜🐾
🚂📚 Learning Across Subjects at Perrine! 💜🐾
Our students had an exciting day connecting history, science, and math all in one lesson! First, they learned how the railroad helped shape Idaho’s history. Then we shifted to science to explore forces and motion by building our own model trains.
Students could only use the supplies provided, so they had to think creatively! We tested how far each train traveled, measured the distance, and discussed why some designs worked better than others. Then students problem-solved, made improvements, and tried again. Finally, we used math to round our measurements to the nearest tenth.
As we were lining up to go outside, one student said:
"I always wondered why I had to know this stuff and when I would ever use it… so I’m glad I know now!"
💜 Every day wins for Perrine! 🐾
Our students had an exciting day connecting history, science, and math all in one lesson! First, they learned how the railroad helped shape Idaho’s history. Then we shifted to science to explore forces and motion by building our own model trains.
Students could only use the supplies provided, so they had to think creatively! We tested how far each train traveled, measured the distance, and discussed why some designs worked better than others. Then students problem-solved, made improvements, and tried again. Finally, we used math to round our measurements to the nearest tenth.
As we were lining up to go outside, one student said:
"I always wondered why I had to know this stuff and when I would ever use it… so I’m glad I know now!"
💜 Every day wins for Perrine! 🐾
📚💜 One District, One Book – Final Chapters! 💜📚
We’ve reached the end of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane! As you finish Chapters 23 through the end, take a few minutes to talk together as a family about Edward’s journey and everything we’ve experienced reading this story together. (Read Aloud links are below.)
Here are a few discussion questions to guide your conversation:
📖 Comprehension
• How has Edward changed from the beginning of the story to the end?
• Why do you think Edward’s journey had to be so long before he found Abilene again?
• What moment in the ending surprised you the most?
💬 Family Connection
• Which character in the book did you connect with the most? Why?
• If you were on a journey like Edward, who are the people you would hope to meet along the way?
• What was your favorite part of reading this book together as a family?
✨ Reflection
• What do you think is the most important lesson Edward learned?
• What message do you think the author wanted readers to remember?
• If Edward could give advice to someone about love or friendship, what do you think he would say?
Thank you for joining us on this reading adventure and for making One District, One Book such a special experience. Reading together builds memories that last far beyond the final page. 💜
Chapter 23- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1OtpufWeuSUGdj4n0zFWp5GlKRbi_bmJ5EOgsflLl3Rg/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 24- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1uEsp2O9Jro7qIH7QQH2mckUrAhhURc1UgwYm9V1uFhQ/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 25- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1PNnNbh-jt9aDWHoNVqwFBsTsc-z-sjs3cE8jirRg4OI/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 26- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1m2y_HukJEuHSJ1h_jYOBLNMc71fFB3DVDr4DVblsCk0/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 27 + Coda- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/17H3mcl1hnEnPtzy3AHFqt9G9xnHiyi8f6gWJo6dTAcA/edit?usp=sharing
📸 We’d love to see your reading moments! Share your photos or favorite memories from this year’s book in the comments.
We’ve reached the end of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane! As you finish Chapters 23 through the end, take a few minutes to talk together as a family about Edward’s journey and everything we’ve experienced reading this story together. (Read Aloud links are below.)
Here are a few discussion questions to guide your conversation:
📖 Comprehension
• How has Edward changed from the beginning of the story to the end?
• Why do you think Edward’s journey had to be so long before he found Abilene again?
• What moment in the ending surprised you the most?
💬 Family Connection
• Which character in the book did you connect with the most? Why?
• If you were on a journey like Edward, who are the people you would hope to meet along the way?
• What was your favorite part of reading this book together as a family?
✨ Reflection
• What do you think is the most important lesson Edward learned?
• What message do you think the author wanted readers to remember?
• If Edward could give advice to someone about love or friendship, what do you think he would say?
Thank you for joining us on this reading adventure and for making One District, One Book such a special experience. Reading together builds memories that last far beyond the final page. 💜
Chapter 23- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1OtpufWeuSUGdj4n0zFWp5GlKRbi_bmJ5EOgsflLl3Rg/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 24- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1uEsp2O9Jro7qIH7QQH2mckUrAhhURc1UgwYm9V1uFhQ/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 25- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1PNnNbh-jt9aDWHoNVqwFBsTsc-z-sjs3cE8jirRg4OI/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 26- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1m2y_HukJEuHSJ1h_jYOBLNMc71fFB3DVDr4DVblsCk0/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 27 + Coda- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/17H3mcl1hnEnPtzy3AHFqt9G9xnHiyi8f6gWJo6dTAcA/edit?usp=sharing
📸 We’d love to see your reading moments! Share your photos or favorite memories from this year’s book in the comments.
📚💜 One District, One Book Family Literacy Night! 💜📚
What a wonderful evening celebrating The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane together! Families visited six different activity stations inspired by Edward’s story and enjoyed some refreshments in the cafeteria while spending time reading, learning, and connecting.
Picture dump #2
What a wonderful evening celebrating The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane together! Families visited six different activity stations inspired by Edward’s story and enjoyed some refreshments in the cafeteria while spending time reading, learning, and connecting.
Picture dump #2
📚💜 One District, One Book Family Literacy Night! 💜📚
What a wonderful evening celebrating The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane together! Families visited six different activity stations inspired by Edward’s story and enjoyed some refreshments in the cafeteria while spending time reading, learning, and connecting.
We are so grateful to all of the families who joined us. Thank you for making reading a priority and for sharing this special experience with your children. Moments like these help build a lifelong love of books and strengthen the connections between school and home.
📖✨ Thank you for reading with us!
If you took pictures during the night, we would love to see them—feel free to share them in the comments!
What a wonderful evening celebrating The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane together! Families visited six different activity stations inspired by Edward’s story and enjoyed some refreshments in the cafeteria while spending time reading, learning, and connecting.
We are so grateful to all of the families who joined us. Thank you for making reading a priority and for sharing this special experience with your children. Moments like these help build a lifelong love of books and strengthen the connections between school and home.
📖✨ Thank you for reading with us!
If you took pictures during the night, we would love to see them—feel free to share them in the comments!
Remember! Tomorrow is Wacky Wednesday!
Have fun wearing wacky hair as we celebrate Read Across America Day.
Have fun wearing wacky hair as we celebrate Read Across America Day.
✨💜 One District, One Book – Chapter 23 Family Discussion 💜✨
In Chapter 23 of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, the setting suddenly shifts. Edward seems to wake up in a dreamlike place filled with the people who have loved him — and those he has loved in return.
One detail may feel especially important (and confusing): Sarah Ruth is not there. Instead, she has become a constellation in the night sky. Edward longs to join her… but chooses to remain.
This chapter happens right after a very dramatic moment at the diner, and its sudden, dreamlike quality can leave readers wondering: What just happened?
Chapter 23- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1HpCbtIOA9rjEIzPEfQ2xphB8sakKnr8NT6iYed3QTzg/edit?usp=sharing
Here are some questions to help guide your family conversation tonight:
📖 Understanding the Setting Change
How do you know this chapter feels different from the others?
Do you think Edward is dreaming? Imagining? Experiencing something symbolic? What makes you think that?
Why do you think the author chose to pause the action for this moment?
🌟 About Sarah Ruth & the Constellation
Why might Sarah Ruth be described as a constellation instead of standing with the others?
What do stars sometimes symbolize in stories?
Why does Edward want to join her? Why does he decide to stay?
❤️ Connecting as a Family
This chapter gently touches on themes of love, loss, and what may come after life. Families have many different beliefs and ways of understanding these ideas.
What does our family believe about what happens after someone dies?
How do we keep the memory of someone alive in our hearts?
Why is it important that Edward chooses to keep living and loving?
This chapter gives us space to reflect on hope, memory, and the power of choosing love — even after loss.
We would love to hear how your family interpreted this powerful moment. Share your thoughts below. 💜🐾📚
In Chapter 23 of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, the setting suddenly shifts. Edward seems to wake up in a dreamlike place filled with the people who have loved him — and those he has loved in return.
One detail may feel especially important (and confusing): Sarah Ruth is not there. Instead, she has become a constellation in the night sky. Edward longs to join her… but chooses to remain.
This chapter happens right after a very dramatic moment at the diner, and its sudden, dreamlike quality can leave readers wondering: What just happened?
Chapter 23- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1HpCbtIOA9rjEIzPEfQ2xphB8sakKnr8NT6iYed3QTzg/edit?usp=sharing
Here are some questions to help guide your family conversation tonight:
📖 Understanding the Setting Change
How do you know this chapter feels different from the others?
Do you think Edward is dreaming? Imagining? Experiencing something symbolic? What makes you think that?
Why do you think the author chose to pause the action for this moment?
🌟 About Sarah Ruth & the Constellation
Why might Sarah Ruth be described as a constellation instead of standing with the others?
What do stars sometimes symbolize in stories?
Why does Edward want to join her? Why does he decide to stay?
❤️ Connecting as a Family
This chapter gently touches on themes of love, loss, and what may come after life. Families have many different beliefs and ways of understanding these ideas.
What does our family believe about what happens after someone dies?
How do we keep the memory of someone alive in our hearts?
Why is it important that Edward chooses to keep living and loving?
This chapter gives us space to reflect on hope, memory, and the power of choosing love — even after loss.
We would love to hear how your family interpreted this powerful moment. Share your thoughts below. 💜🐾📚
✨ One District, One Book – Family Discussion Time! ✨
In Chapters 20 & 21 of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, Edward’s journey takes him to Memphis — and once again, his world changes in ways he never expected. New people. New challenges. New lessons.
This part of the story shows us how love and loss continue to shape Edward’s heart.
Chapter 20- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/17EApZyuOipOne9rFRQU2SasbgAjIu8X07V9WzX-EnbI/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 21- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1WLch4598y1mYRUFmvCp-IcC408z5yTIBBq5Sgp-I9Gw/edit?usp=sharing
💬 Family Discussion Questions:
📖 Understanding the Story
How is Edward’s life in Memphis different from the places he has been before?
What do we learn about Edward’s feelings during this part of his journey?
How have his experiences changed him since the beginning of the book?
What do you think will happen next?
❤️ Building Family Connection
Have you ever had to adjust to something new or unexpected? How did it feel?
Why do you think hard experiences can sometimes help us grow?
What helps you feel brave when things feel uncertain?
Take a few minutes tonight to talk together. These conversations help bring the story to life — and strengthen family connections at the same time. 💜
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share something meaningful from your family discussion in the comments below. 🐾📚
In Chapters 20 & 21 of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, Edward’s journey takes him to Memphis — and once again, his world changes in ways he never expected. New people. New challenges. New lessons.
This part of the story shows us how love and loss continue to shape Edward’s heart.
Chapter 20- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/17EApZyuOipOne9rFRQU2SasbgAjIu8X07V9WzX-EnbI/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 21- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1WLch4598y1mYRUFmvCp-IcC408z5yTIBBq5Sgp-I9Gw/edit?usp=sharing
💬 Family Discussion Questions:
📖 Understanding the Story
How is Edward’s life in Memphis different from the places he has been before?
What do we learn about Edward’s feelings during this part of his journey?
How have his experiences changed him since the beginning of the book?
What do you think will happen next?
❤️ Building Family Connection
Have you ever had to adjust to something new or unexpected? How did it feel?
Why do you think hard experiences can sometimes help us grow?
What helps you feel brave when things feel uncertain?
Take a few minutes tonight to talk together. These conversations help bring the story to life — and strengthen family connections at the same time. 💜
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Share something meaningful from your family discussion in the comments below. 🐾📚
How fun is this?! 🎉💜
Today our amazing 4th graders took spelling to the next level — by using their BODIES to spell their words! In small groups, students worked together to twist, stretch, bend, and problem-solve their way through each word. Talk about teamwork and creativity!
Not only were they practicing spelling patterns, but they were also:
✨ Communicating
✨ Collaborating
✨ Thinking critically
✨ Laughing A LOT
Learning doesn’t always happen at a desk — sometimes it happens on the floor, upside down, and in the shape of a vowel! 😉
We are so proud of our Panthers for working together and cheering each other on. 💜🐾
Today our amazing 4th graders took spelling to the next level — by using their BODIES to spell their words! In small groups, students worked together to twist, stretch, bend, and problem-solve their way through each word. Talk about teamwork and creativity!
Not only were they practicing spelling patterns, but they were also:
✨ Communicating
✨ Collaborating
✨ Thinking critically
✨ Laughing A LOT
Learning doesn’t always happen at a desk — sometimes it happens on the floor, upside down, and in the shape of a vowel! 😉
We are so proud of our Panthers for working together and cheering each other on. 💜🐾
Dear Perrine Families,
Just a quick reminder that Tomorrow is our Spring Picture Day!🌼
Be sure to come to school prepared to give your best smile!
🐾🐾
📚💜 One District, One Book – Chapters 15 & 16 💜📚
Perrine Panther Families,
In chapters 15 and 16 of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, Edward’s journey takes a powerful turn. He is hung in a garden as a scarecrow—still watching the world, but unable to move or be held. These chapters invite us to think about patience, change, and what it means to see beauty even in difficult circumstances.
As you read together, here are some family discussion questions:
🌱 Why do you think Edward is placed in the garden? How might he be feeling?
🌱 What do the people in the garden think Edward is? How does that differ from who he really is?
🌱 How does being still and watching the world change help Edward understand life?
🌱 Have you ever felt stuck or unnoticed? What helped you during that time?
🌱 What does this part of the story teach us about kindness and perspective?
Reading together is a wonderful way to build understanding and connection. We’d love to hear your thoughts—share a comment or picture of your family reading!
Chapter 15- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1HFiKqTvTyEp-ENVVPMYiOB73CkQM9BtqxqYrTeCFvfI/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 16- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1TmmMXH54PNB0HIb8b04_eeH--7fkkOyVMI8Xs_60GhA/edit?usp=sharing
#OneDistrictOneBook #PerrinePanthers #FamilyReading 💜
Perrine Panther Families,
In chapters 15 and 16 of The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane, Edward’s journey takes a powerful turn. He is hung in a garden as a scarecrow—still watching the world, but unable to move or be held. These chapters invite us to think about patience, change, and what it means to see beauty even in difficult circumstances.
As you read together, here are some family discussion questions:
🌱 Why do you think Edward is placed in the garden? How might he be feeling?
🌱 What do the people in the garden think Edward is? How does that differ from who he really is?
🌱 How does being still and watching the world change help Edward understand life?
🌱 Have you ever felt stuck or unnoticed? What helped you during that time?
🌱 What does this part of the story teach us about kindness and perspective?
Reading together is a wonderful way to build understanding and connection. We’d love to hear your thoughts—share a comment or picture of your family reading!
Chapter 15- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1HFiKqTvTyEp-ENVVPMYiOB73CkQM9BtqxqYrTeCFvfI/edit?usp=sharing
Chapter 16- https://docs.google.com/videos/d/1TmmMXH54PNB0HIb8b04_eeH--7fkkOyVMI8Xs_60GhA/edit?usp=sharing
#OneDistrictOneBook #PerrinePanthers #FamilyReading 💜