As of Monday, October 5, we now have a consistent Specials schedule for the whole class!
Monday- P.E.
Tuesday- P.E.
Wednesday- Art
Thursday- P.E.
Friday- Music
There are no Challenge Spelling Words because we are reviewing previous spelling patterns in preparation for the Unit 1 Benchmark Tests. Feel free to study any of the previous challenge lists.
Please note: During weeks when we are taking benchmark tests, there will be 20 review spelling words. There will NOT be a separate spelling quiz because these phonics patterns and rules are assessed on both the reading and language arts tests. Please complete the spelling homework as usual, but practice all 20 words.
Congratulations to last week’s Principal’s Award winner, Cayden!
Additional Important Date Information:
Nurse Amy will be performing hearing screenings on all students this Tuesday, October 6th. A letter was sent home a week or so ago, but all students will be tested unless you indicated otherwise.
This Wednesday, October 8th is International Walk to School Day. Lace up those sneakers, give your car a rest, and enjoy a family walk to school!
Additional Math Information: This week we will use “alligator math” (as I like to call it- Go Gators!) to explain the terms greater than, less than and equal to, as well as the corresponding symbols. (>,<,=). The alligator always wants to eat the greater number, so we turn his mouth toward that number. We will also work on ordering 3-digit numbers. At home, try writing a few 3-digit numbers on index cards and have your child move the index cards around to place the numbers in order from least to greatest, or greatest to least.
Additional Social Studies Information: We have been learning about different American symbols, such as The White House, the American flag, the bald eagle, the Statue of Liberty, and the Liberty Bell. We have been discussing what each symbol represents and why they are important to our country. If your family has visited any of these American landmarks or symbols, please send in a picture to share with the class!
First grade is having a book drive to help a local school in need. It will run from October 15th- October 22nd. Please read the flyer for more information. Book Drive Flyer 2015