Now that my PC is up & running (maybe it was cold, too), I can give you guys an update!
This year is flying by and my little ladybugs are blossoming into quite the little performers. Last Friday I tried something new, Readers Theater, where the kids brought our weekly story to life for many classrooms. Some brought in props while others created masks for our production. One parent even came in to watch and video our 10 minute skit - can't wait to see it!
Our daily routine is set up and running smoothly. We make it to the library on a daily basis, during reader's workshop, as one of the centers during the rotation. Please continue to read those books with your child each night and return them the following day. Each child can check out 2 books at a time, one on their level and one to be enjoyed with your help. Atleast one book should go back the next day so your child can participate in library check out time.
We also sign up for the computer lab each Friday as a fun Friday activity with an academic hidden twist (shhhh, mums the word!). Faast Math (yes, that is how it is spelled) is a new program that reviews math facts in a video game format. We will also explore different websights so that your child will have a resource to use during the upcoming holiday breaks. Okay, time for me to get my kids up and ready since it is a school morning. I'm sure I'm forgetting something, so there may be another post this week. I'll put a note in the kids' planners - thank you so much for reading & signing their planners on a daily basis. My class is amazing & the apples never fall far from the tree!!!
Sincerely, Mrs. Lewis
Monday, October 19, 2009
Thursday, September 17, 2009
First PTA Meeting!
Tonight kicked off the first PTA meeting of the school year and I was very excited to see 4 of our classmates come out with their parents to this very informative meeting. All 4 of them received a free homework pass to be used for an assignment of their choice. Way to go Nicholas, Jonathan, Melanie, & Shivan! Check out www.collinspta.net for more info on our awesome PTA!
Next week we will be learning about Johnny Appleseed as part of a unit on apples. Some of our activities will include: map skills of his route, making observations of an apple with skin and one without skin, measuring out ingredients to make homemade applesauce, as well as graphing favorite types of apples and apple creations. In order to accomplish these activities, I am asking each child to bring in 2 apples by Tuesday September 22nd. They sometimes have them in the lunchroom with the breakfast choices (for FREE) in case you forget to grab some this weekend.
I will also be sending out miderm grades next Wednesday. The official conference night isn't until November 10th. However I would be more than happy to meet with any of you prior to that if you want to discuss your child's progress. Tuesdays are not good because we have staff meetings. I can either do 2:30 to 3:00 PM on any other day or before school from 7:10 to 7:30 AM. Another option is a phone conference during those time slots. Simply jot me a note in your child's planner and we'll set it up!
Thank you so much for sharing your precious child with me, they're wonderful!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Lewis
Next week we will be learning about Johnny Appleseed as part of a unit on apples. Some of our activities will include: map skills of his route, making observations of an apple with skin and one without skin, measuring out ingredients to make homemade applesauce, as well as graphing favorite types of apples and apple creations. In order to accomplish these activities, I am asking each child to bring in 2 apples by Tuesday September 22nd. They sometimes have them in the lunchroom with the breakfast choices (for FREE) in case you forget to grab some this weekend.
I will also be sending out miderm grades next Wednesday. The official conference night isn't until November 10th. However I would be more than happy to meet with any of you prior to that if you want to discuss your child's progress. Tuesdays are not good because we have staff meetings. I can either do 2:30 to 3:00 PM on any other day or before school from 7:10 to 7:30 AM. Another option is a phone conference during those time slots. Simply jot me a note in your child's planner and we'll set it up!
Thank you so much for sharing your precious child with me, they're wonderful!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Lewis
Monday, September 7, 2009
Hello friends! I hope that everyone enjoyed their extra day off!!! Last week we had our first spelling test and I am so proud of everyone's score! It was quite obvious that each child studied those words and utilized their spelling spirals - parents, pat yourselves on the back for helping your child feel successful and supporting his/her education.
Even though this week is a short week, it is going to be a full one. Remember last week when your child got to visit another classroom in order for me to administer the FAIR test? Well, over the course of the next 2 weeks, the rest of the first grade teachers need to do the same thing. That means that our classroom will get to host some new friends and show them how awesome we are in room 316! Since we follow the curriculum calendars, we will move forward with our lessons and take our new friends along for the ride. My class did an awesome job visiting the different rooms so I know that they will set a good example when we get to have some company this week.
I'd like to thank you all for checking the planner each night and keeping me updated on any changes, such as going home a different way and appointments, etc. Not only did I get the best first graders, I got awesome parents, too!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Lewis
Even though this week is a short week, it is going to be a full one. Remember last week when your child got to visit another classroom in order for me to administer the FAIR test? Well, over the course of the next 2 weeks, the rest of the first grade teachers need to do the same thing. That means that our classroom will get to host some new friends and show them how awesome we are in room 316! Since we follow the curriculum calendars, we will move forward with our lessons and take our new friends along for the ride. My class did an awesome job visiting the different rooms so I know that they will set a good example when we get to have some company this week.
I'd like to thank you all for checking the planner each night and keeping me updated on any changes, such as going home a different way and appointments, etc. Not only did I get the best first graders, I got awesome parents, too!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Lewis
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Welcome to First Grade!
Hello friends! I am so excited to be a first grade teacher at Collins Elementary!!! If you are reading this, you received your critter card in the mail. In the card, I mentioned bringing in your classroom supplies to Open House. There are a couple of other things I'd like you to bring with you that night as well.
I prepaid for our class to receive a Weekly Reader subscription. By doing this ahead of time, the issues will start sooner. I divided the total by the number of kids and it came out to $5.50 each. If you could bring this with you to Open House (cash, please), that would be awesome!
I am a mother of 3 beautiful children. Bobby is going into 4th grade, Riley is going into first grade, and Reagan will be 3 in January. I will never tell your child that he/she is not allowed to use the restroom. However, we only have 1 restroom in our classroom. If your child is anything like mine, he/she might wait until the last minute, not wanting to stop what he/she is doing long enough to use the restroom. And if it is occupied.... well, then we have an accident. Or if we're outside and it takes too long to walk to the nearest restroom... you get the idea. So, please bring in a ziplock bag with a change of clothes for your child and discuss with your child the importance of using the restroom as needed, not to wait and do the "I gotta go" dance.
The last request is that you join PTA this year. My husband and I are both joining so that both of my boys get credit for class participation. It is $5.00 each, checks made payable to Collins PTA. So my check is for 10 bucks & is money well spent! They do many programs for our youngsters as well as the teachers. I hope to see as many of you as possible at the monthly meetings, that are optional, of course. I know that can be difficult during the work week, especially if your house is like mine (baseball, piano, karate, etc.).
I'm looking forward to a great year and meeting you all very soon!!!
I prepaid for our class to receive a Weekly Reader subscription. By doing this ahead of time, the issues will start sooner. I divided the total by the number of kids and it came out to $5.50 each. If you could bring this with you to Open House (cash, please), that would be awesome!
I am a mother of 3 beautiful children. Bobby is going into 4th grade, Riley is going into first grade, and Reagan will be 3 in January. I will never tell your child that he/she is not allowed to use the restroom. However, we only have 1 restroom in our classroom. If your child is anything like mine, he/she might wait until the last minute, not wanting to stop what he/she is doing long enough to use the restroom. And if it is occupied.... well, then we have an accident. Or if we're outside and it takes too long to walk to the nearest restroom... you get the idea. So, please bring in a ziplock bag with a change of clothes for your child and discuss with your child the importance of using the restroom as needed, not to wait and do the "I gotta go" dance.
The last request is that you join PTA this year. My husband and I are both joining so that both of my boys get credit for class participation. It is $5.00 each, checks made payable to Collins PTA. So my check is for 10 bucks & is money well spent! They do many programs for our youngsters as well as the teachers. I hope to see as many of you as possible at the monthly meetings, that are optional, of course. I know that can be difficult during the work week, especially if your house is like mine (baseball, piano, karate, etc.).
I'm looking forward to a great year and meeting you all very soon!!!
Sincerely,
Mrs. Lewis
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