Happy Monday! I am really starting to notice that the kids are falling into a nice routine and are understanding the flow and expectations of each school day.
In Fundations we have now learned lowercase letters t, f, b, n, and m. The children are continuing to practice writing these letters with proper formation as well as identifying the sound that each of these letters makes.
In Math we have now counted and explored up to number 5. The children are doing a nice job with their number formation and enjoy singing our number song (to the tune of "Skip To My Lou My Darling".)
In our social emotional curriculum, Open Circle, we spent a lot of time "cleaning house" and talking about different things and choices we have all been observing in the classroom. If they were poor choices, we discussed ways we could make them better. We also have been talking a lot about showing our "listening look", having our bodies calm and voices at a "0". We made a Classroom Pact together and decided on what are positive behaviors that we can show together in the classroom.
The children are doing great during their Daily 5 Reading time as well as their Interactive Writing lessons at the end of the day.
Parent contact information was sent home today. Please review it and email me if any changes need to be made. Children have also been pulled for assessments by either myself or our tutor, Mrs. Delaney. The kids work on identifying their letters, letter sounds, concepts of print, segmenting/blending words, and rhyming. This assessment is repeated throughout the year. Right now, it is more about seeing "what they know" and then measuring their growth by the end of the year. The assessments are given in a laid back manner with a "no pressure" reassurance from the teachers! After all, it is only our fourth full week and we just want to get a feel for what they still need to learn!
Our Book Fair will be the first week in October. As soon as I have a time slot reserved for our class, I will notify all parents of this. I welcome parents to come in during our scheduled time to browse and buy books with their children.
Thank you all for a smooth start to the week!
Monday, September 25, 2017
Friday, September 15, 2017
Welcome To Kindergarten!
What a busy, yet positive first few weeks we have had! I want to thank all of you for being so patient with the hectic schedule that was last week. I am so happy to have had a solid week in with the kids. I am seeing such a dramatic difference in their behavior and confidence this week, now that we are in the swing of things.
I like to use this blog as a sort of "newsletter approach" to communicating with parents. In years past, I also uploaded photos of the children at work on this page. This year, I would like to engage parents with a more immediate approach to photos of the kids. I have started a class dojo account where you can access photos of our classroom as soon as they appear each day. It gives you a little window into our classroom to see the fun we are having and the work we are completing. I sent home paperwork regarding account setup yesterday and I do hope that you all download it and enjoy!
At this point in our first month, the children are welcome to buy lunch each day if they (and you!) like. A letter should have gone home this week explaining lunch prices, menus, etc. I have a laminated lunch card for each child that I will give them prior to buying. I will also accompany each child through their lunch line to make sure they receive their lunch properly.
I will be sending out information regarding classroom volunteers within the next week. We are a class of 21 and the class can feel a bit hectic at times! I want to make sure when working with my small groups that the children have my undivided attention. In order to be successful with this, I utilize Mrs. G. as well as any parent volunteers that might like to come in. Please note this is not mandatory or expected, but much appreciated! The links for signing up will be sent out via Sign-Up Genius online. I will also be sending out a Sign-up Genius for being a Mystery Reader. In years past I only utilized a Mystery Reader for birthdays, but I am hearing of a lot of interest from parents so I would like to open this opportunity up to every Friday morning at 10:30 for any that are interested and able to do so.
Our class blog will also update of any supplies needed, important upcoming dates, our sharing calendar, and our specialist schedule.
I also am working on a parent email list as well. I am hoping to get most of these items out to all of you next week. This will have parent contact info (email and phone) so that you may set up play dates and what not with your child's classmates. Please email me if you DO NOT want your information listed.
I will do my best to update our class blog every Friday afternoon so please check back often!
Your children are doing wonderfully and I am enjoying getting to know each and every one of their little (BIG) personalities.
Have a wonderful weekend!
I like to use this blog as a sort of "newsletter approach" to communicating with parents. In years past, I also uploaded photos of the children at work on this page. This year, I would like to engage parents with a more immediate approach to photos of the kids. I have started a class dojo account where you can access photos of our classroom as soon as they appear each day. It gives you a little window into our classroom to see the fun we are having and the work we are completing. I sent home paperwork regarding account setup yesterday and I do hope that you all download it and enjoy!
At this point in our first month, the children are welcome to buy lunch each day if they (and you!) like. A letter should have gone home this week explaining lunch prices, menus, etc. I have a laminated lunch card for each child that I will give them prior to buying. I will also accompany each child through their lunch line to make sure they receive their lunch properly.
I will be sending out information regarding classroom volunteers within the next week. We are a class of 21 and the class can feel a bit hectic at times! I want to make sure when working with my small groups that the children have my undivided attention. In order to be successful with this, I utilize Mrs. G. as well as any parent volunteers that might like to come in. Please note this is not mandatory or expected, but much appreciated! The links for signing up will be sent out via Sign-Up Genius online. I will also be sending out a Sign-up Genius for being a Mystery Reader. In years past I only utilized a Mystery Reader for birthdays, but I am hearing of a lot of interest from parents so I would like to open this opportunity up to every Friday morning at 10:30 for any that are interested and able to do so.
Our class blog will also update of any supplies needed, important upcoming dates, our sharing calendar, and our specialist schedule.
I also am working on a parent email list as well. I am hoping to get most of these items out to all of you next week. This will have parent contact info (email and phone) so that you may set up play dates and what not with your child's classmates. Please email me if you DO NOT want your information listed.
I will do my best to update our class blog every Friday afternoon so please check back often!
Your children are doing wonderfully and I am enjoying getting to know each and every one of their little (BIG) personalities.
Have a wonderful weekend!
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