September 14, 2017 Rowdy        

Dear Parents,

The Grade 4 and 5 students have an opportunity to invite a very special guest into our classroom to listen to us read. ‘Rowdy’, a Goldendoodle, has heard a lot about the AMAZING students in room 12 and would love to visit and hear our skills in action. Rowdy is incredibly gentle, patient, and friendly!

The main goal for inviting our furry friend in is to provide a relaxed and ‘dog-friendly’ atmosphere which allows students to practice the skill of reading. I am also hoping to build excitement about reading and provide the students with an opportunity to sit by, read to, and pat a calm and gentle dog. If the students enjoy their experience, I am hoping that Rowdy will be able to visit our classroom on a regular basis.

In order for Rowdy (who is owned by Christine Sambell ~a staff member at St. JP11), to come into our classroom, we need your permission. Please sign the form below and have your child return it to school, as soon as possible.

If you have any concerns or questions, do not hesitate to contact me.

Thank you,

Karen Brennan