During the week of October 6— October 10 Homeland Park Primary held the first Real Men Read Week. During this volunteer reading program organized by

Mrs. King, School Media Specialist, men from Anderson V schools (Principals, Assistant Principals, teachers, and SROs), district office, Homeland Park Fire Fighters, Clemson University School of Education, Clemson University Student Athletics, Call Me Mister—Clemson University chapter, and other Anderson County community members came out and showed their support of our students and shared their love of reading for information and entertainment. The program was very successful with a guest reader visiting every homeroom, grades Kindergarten through 2nd.

Real Men Read @ Homeland Park Primary In this issue: Real Men Read

From Our Principal

Because They Matter!

Fire Department Visit: Fire

Safety Week

Reading @ the Park

The Park Pulse October 2014

Upcoming Events:

National Bus Safety Week begins Monday, October 20th

1st Grade visit to Hardy Berry Farm

2nd Grade visit to Anderson University

Red Ribbon Week begins Monday, Oct. 27th

Scholastic Book Fair - Oct. 27th—30th

Open House/Family Night— Tue., Oct. 28th, 5:30 - 7:00

Dear Parents,

At Homeland Park Primary School we continue to focus on providing a first rate education in a safe and positive learning environment. The safety of your child is our top priority. For this reason we have several safety measures in place. All visitors to the building will be required to sign in and receive a visitors pass before going anywhere in the building other than the main office. If anyone is found in the building without checking in through the main office, they will be stopped by the Homeland Park staff and asked to do so. To maximize safety and minimize distractions to the school day, we will closely restrict non-scheduled visits to classrooms. As always, scheduled vol-unteers, observations, and appointments with teachers are welcome and encouraged. Additionally, you are always welcome to join your child at lunch if you would like to visit during the day. Thank you in advance for your cooperation with these critical safety measures. Nearing the end of the first nine weeks, I want to thank you for helping your child get off to a great start this year. As we continue to develop positive working relationships with each and everyone of you, please remember that our goal is to provide the best possible education for your child. If you have any questions or concerns, your first step should be to talk to your child's teacher. After talking to your child's teacher, if you would like to meet with an administrator, please call ahead and schedule an appointment so we can accommodate your request efficiently. Our administrative team is here to serve you and we are always happy to meet with parents. Because you matter,

Christie Payne

From Our Principal

Title 1 School

Join us at Home-land Park Primary and millions of adults and chil-dren on Tuesday, October 21st for the world’s largest

shared reading experience, Jumpstart’s Read for the Record and read Bunny Cakes by Rosemary Wells. You can find a copy of the book at your local library and it will also be available for 24 hours on October 21st in both English and Spanish online at http://www.jstart.org/campaigns/read-bunny-cakes-online.

Family time is so important…Why not make reading part of this valuable time with your kids?

Here are some tips for integrating reading into our daily family activities:

Read bedtime stories

Play a board game

Visit your local library

Read a recipe and cook something yummy together

Put your child in charge of reading the grocery/shopping list at the store

Reading @ the Park

Christie Payne—Principal Homeland Park Primary

Kindergarten Trip to Homeland Park Fire Station Fire Prevention Week

Because They Matter!

Homeland Park Primary students and faculty appreciate all of the hard work and care that our Custodial, Food Service,

and Security staff show everyday!

Fire Safety and Prevention Week was observed Monday, October 6th through Friday, October 10th. Homeland Park Primary Kindergar-ten students and teachers visited the local Fire Station, saw how the fire truck works, and learned how to be safe in the event of a fire.

Having smoke alarms in your home is very important. Smoke alarms let you know when there is a fire. Working smoke alarms give you time to get outside and stay outside. For more information about fire prevention and safety, par-ents and kids can go to http://www.sparky.org/parentpage/fpwkids.htm

Read for the Record! Make Reading a Part of

Your Family Time