Looking for more ways to practice counting money at home? Make sure you scroll to the bottom of this post for links to some fun websites! Due to testing in the intermediate grades, our schedule will change slightly on Tuesday, February 3rd and Friday, February 6. Tuesday: P.E. 10:00 to 10:40 Friday: Music 10:00-10:40 Homework Log February 2 PDF…
During Curriculum Night, Ms. Fiffick and I did a presentation on the new reading/writing program our district has adopted and the way reading and writing are being integrated throughout the school day in the primary grades. I’m attaching the presentation in case you were unable to attend, as well as the graphic organizer/writing format that we use…
Did you know that in the next few years all standardized assessments will be done on computers? In order to be successful, students will need to have strong typing skills. I’ve attached a list of fun websites (all free!) that students can use to learn and practice how to type. One of them, Typing Club,…
Due to testing in the intermediate grades, our schedule will change slightly on Monday, January 12th. Our P.E. time will be from 10:00 to 10:40. Curriculum Night is next Thursday, January 22nd. There will be a variety of presentations for parents to attend, as well special activities just for students. It is a great opportunity to hear about what/how your…
This week we will begin a new vocabulary building routine called “Juicy Word of the Week.” Every Monday, I will select a new “juicy word” for us to study. The students’ goal for the rest of the week is to see how many times they encounter this “juicy word.” All the students will have a chart in the “Homework” section of their KOALA Books where they…
I want to give you a heads-up about an important date to put on your calendars. On Thursday, January 15th, 2nd grade will be going on a field trip to Sea World! We will leave the school around 9:30 and return around 1:30. The cost is $34 for students AND chaperones. You can use a Sea…
Last week we posted on our KidBlog for the first time! We did a “metacognition tweet” about regrouping in 2-digit addition. The kids did a great job for their first time! If you want to check it out, use the link at the top menu bar. Your child can log-in with the same password they…
Thank you for all the yummy donations for our Thanksgiving Friendship Trail Mix. The students enjoyed mixing all the ingredients together and creating their own delicious snack. As a class family, we have so much to be thankful for, especially such supportive and giving parents! I hope your Thanksgiving break is filled with food, family…
2nd grade had amazing parent turn-out for the Walk-a-thon! Thank you for coming out to support our school! And a special thank you to Mrs. Brewer for providing us with a mini-feast to enjoy after all that walking. It was a great day! Homework Log November 17 PDF Challenge Spelling Words:Contractions (F) Fridge Notes November 17th PDF…
Just a reminder that it is not too late to donate for the Walk-a-thon or to sign up for the Koala Krawl and buy wristbands for the Fall Festival! Students who donate $25 for the Walk-a-thon will get to attend the highly-anticipated “Dance Party” at the end of the day on Friday, November 14th (the…