Next Week: We will be getting into our full routine next week! I have listed below the fun things we will be working on!
- Math: We will start learning different strategies to solve addition problems. We will be working on number lines, counting on, tally marks, pictures, number bonds, part-part-whole and tens frames. We will also be using these strategies to solve word problems.
- Reading: We will start working on character traits next week. We will discuss the difference between physical traits and traits that describe the character's personality. We are also going to continue working on our center rotation expectations. The students will start rotating centers in groups, hopefully by the end of next week.
- Writing: We will start our first writing next week which is personal narratives. The stories are called "small moment" stories which means that they only take up a small amount of time, but it allows the writer to give a lot of good details in their writing.
- Science: On Friday, we have a fun experiment for the students called "Dancing Raisins." This will help us introduce the scientific method to the students.
- Social studies: We will learn about the importance of maps and then create a map of the school.
- Specials: We have PE on Monday and Friday next week, please make sure your student wears tennis shoes. We have media on Thursday and the students will need their earbuds/head phones, so if your student doesn't have any, please send in a pair next week or let me know if you need assistance getting headphones.
- Library Check Out: Our first library checkout day will be next week. We have library checkout on Wednesday. Please help your student remember to bring their books back on Wednesdays, so they can check out new books.
Friday Folders
- The students and I had a discussion today about the Friday folder being their responsibility to get to and from school. We talked about finding good times to go over the folder with a parent or guardian and that they should come to you with a pen/pencil to have it signed. :) It was a good discussion about responsibility. :)
- The following are things that need to be returned to school.
- Friday Folder Checklist: Please always keep the green Friday Folder sheet in
the folder. This is what I will use for weekly communication.
There is a place for you to sign at the bottom of the front page
(under the Work Habits section). All I need are your initials so
that I know you saw the checklist and read the comments on the back.
- Pizza Party Donation: We will be having 2 pizza parties as a trimester
celebration this year. We are asking for a $5 one time donation
for your child's portion of pizza. If you would be willing to
provide a drink, healthy side or chip for the pizza party there is also a
place to mark that on the form. Please send cash and no checks.
- RBE Sportswear Order Form: If you would like to order RBE Sportswear for
your family there is a form to fill out and return. The first
order is due August 29. There are some really cute shirt options!!
I've already ordered mine!!
- The following items can stay at home.
- Introduction Letter: I
have included a letter that introduces myself to let you know a little
more about me. Please do not hesitate to contact me about any
questions or concerns that you have.
- Calendars: I
have included a hard copy of the CPS School Year Calendar, the Specialist
ABCD Calendar, and the RBE Activities Calendar. Also, all of these
resources can be found on the schedule tab of our blog.
- Student Work Papers: I
only have 2 student work papers coming home this week. One of the
papers was working on tally charts and bar graphs. The other paper
is a Math Wizard test. We will be taking this timed test weekly.
There are 50 problems and your child hasto get at least 46 correct in 3
minutes to move on to the next test. There are 2 addition tests, 2
subtraction tests, and 1 mixed test. If your child passes all 5
tests then they are a Math Wizard. We make a BIG deal of being a
Math Wizard by getting your picture taken. Please review this
test with your child and start practicing these facts with your child.
Knowing your facts in a "snap" will be so beneficial for
your child throughout life.
- As a reminder, we have an individual snack each day around 9:30. If your student would like a snack, please send in one with them. If you need assistance providing snacks, please let me know.
My New Buddy
- The students had fun getting to know students in Ms. Mottaz's class yesterday. They interviewed each other and then created a poster about their buddy. It was fun for them to work with students from another class.
Study Hall
- We will be starting our study hall next week. This occurs during the first recess and is used as a time for students who didn't complete their homework or didn't complete their work at school.
- If students do go to study hall, they will still have their lunch recess, so they will have a recess during the day.
Water Bottles
- Please refrain from sending water bottles to school with your students. We have had trouble with them spilling in backpacks and ruining work or library books. The students have opportunities to get drinks throughout the day.
- If your student has a water bottle attached to their lunch box as their drink for lunch, they can have them as their drink for lunch. These are stored in our lunch tub during the day, so if the leak, it is in a contained area that only has other lunch boxes. Thank you for your understanding!
I had a wonderful week with your students! I'm so looking forward to spending the school year with them!
Have a fabulous weekend!
Mrs. Ross
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