The week in reflection:
What a wonderful start to the school year!
Thank you so much for your support in making this a positive beginning. These first weeks lay the foundation for powerful learning, both social and academic. Your child may have told you about our activities which focus on getting to know each other, building community, and setting expectations.
Ask your child:
"Tell me about an interesting class or activity from one of your specialist classes this week."
(classes we had: Spanish,Technology, and P.E.). What is something you have in common with one of your new classmates?
These activities help build our group identity and establish the routines and expectations needed for a productive, safe, and fulfilling learning environment. It has been a pleasure to get to know your children, both as individuals and as learners, and we expect the year will continue along this positive path!
Chaplain Craig dropped into all the classes on Wednesday to give a beginning of the year blessing and gave each child a lanyard for their backpack.
I look forward to sharing more about our "First Six Weeks of School" philosophy with you all at:
These activities help build our group identity and establish the routines and expectations needed for a productive, safe, and fulfilling learning environment. It has been a pleasure to get to know your children, both as individuals and as learners, and we expect the year will continue along this positive path!
Chaplain Craig dropped into all the classes on Wednesday to give a beginning of the year blessing and gave each child a lanyard for their backpack.
I look forward to sharing more about our "First Six Weeks of School" philosophy with you all at:
Back to School Night
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 6:00-8:30pm in Room 25
The structure and timing of Back to School Night will be similar to last year. Please see the schedule below. We hope to see you in our classrooms from 7:30-8:25. Second grade teachers will be highlighting how parents can support their children with our research projects. We will also briefly cover our homework routine. We encourage you to read the Second Grade Developmental Goals and Curriculum guides, which provide more details about second grade. We welcome any questions you may have about second grade. We will send home an information packet with your child, if you are unable to attend. Also, all information covered will be included in future newsletters.
The Rotation:
Time
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Classroom
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Classroom
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Specialist
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State of LS
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Classroom
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Classrooms
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Dining Commons
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LS Library
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6:30-6:55
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PK, K, P
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1st, 2nd
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3rd, 4th, 5th
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7:00-7:25
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PK, K,P
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3rd, 4th, 5th
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1st, 2nd
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7:30-7:55
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1st, 2nd
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3rd, 4th, 5th
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PK, K, P
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8:00-8:25
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1st, 2nd
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3rd, 4th, 5th
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PK, K, P
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Homework
We will begin introducing our regular homework routine in the next couple of weeks (more information will be provided at Back to School Night). On Monday, September 11th students will receive their homework folder and a Tour of Me homework assignment (due Monday, 9/18). Each child will complete the Tour of Me as “personal best work”. We encourage nice color drawings, personal best handwriting and spelling. We don’t expect for this assignment to be "perfect", but rather a reflection of the child's best independent work (i.e. don't feel the need to correct every spelling error together, but do encourage your child to take his/her time and do their best work). Since this is a lengthy assignment, we recommend that you make a plan to set aside time each day to work on it and avoid waiting until Sunday evening. Students will share their tours with their classmates throughout the week. If your child completes it early, they are welcome to bring it into school before Monday. Have fun working on this together and thank you for your support. We’re looking forward to reading what the children share in their tours!
We will begin introducing our regular homework routine in the next couple of weeks (more information will be provided at Back to School Night). On Monday, September 11th students will receive their homework folder and a Tour of Me homework assignment (due Monday, 9/18). Each child will complete the Tour of Me as “personal best work”. We encourage nice color drawings, personal best handwriting and spelling. We don’t expect for this assignment to be "perfect", but rather a reflection of the child's best independent work (i.e. don't feel the need to correct every spelling error together, but do encourage your child to take his/her time and do their best work). Since this is a lengthy assignment, we recommend that you make a plan to set aside time each day to work on it and avoid waiting until Sunday evening. Students will share their tours with their classmates throughout the week. If your child completes it early, they are welcome to bring it into school before Monday. Have fun working on this together and thank you for your support. We’re looking forward to reading what the children share in their tours!
Class Pictures
Thursday, September 14th 1:10 p.m.
Lunch
Breads, desserts, pizza and seconds all call our names! While we’ve discussed responsible eating and moderation as a class, it helps if these conversations continue at home. Ask your child: What are you eating at lunch? What do you choose for seconds? Are you eating a rainbow of colorful foods? What expectation does your family have about your child’s eating habits? How can we begin to think about food as fuel for our bodies and minds? Many second graders benefit from previewing the lunch menu at home the night before.
Bon Appetit Menu (please be sure to read the "Beginning School lunch option". Soup is available at this time.)
Morning Drop Off
In second grade we ask that students not enter the classroom until the morning bell. Students and families should head to Aardvark Community Park to play or the library for quiet reading. Students should keep their backpacks with them. Thanks for your understanding!
Bon Appetit Menu (please be sure to read the "Beginning School lunch option". Soup is available at this time.)
Morning Drop Off
In second grade we ask that students not enter the classroom until the morning bell. Students and families should head to Aardvark Community Park to play or the library for quiet reading. Students should keep their backpacks with them. Thanks for your understanding!
Helpful Hints:
*Label all clothes that can be removed during the day.
*Please read the uniform policy and review with your child. No jewelry and rubber soled shoes are required for P.E.
* Please email Student Absence and Plan Change to report an absence or a change to an after school plan so that we are able to ensure that your child knows where he/she is to go each day when school ends.
*Water bottles are welcome, especially as we transition from summer to fall.
* Extra set of clothes, boots, and a rain jacket can be kept in your child's cubby.
*Parent Survey- If you have not had an opportunity to share your insight about your child please follow this link: survey and return it to me as soon as possible.
*Please read the uniform policy and review with your child. No jewelry and rubber soled shoes are required for P.E.
* Please email Student Absence and Plan Change to report an absence or a change to an after school plan so that we are able to ensure that your child knows where he/she is to go each day when school ends.
*Water bottles are welcome, especially as we transition from summer to fall.
* Extra set of clothes, boots, and a rain jacket can be kept in your child's cubby.
*Parent Survey- If you have not had an opportunity to share your insight about your child please follow this link: survey and return it to me as soon as possible.
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