Wow! We made it to the last week of school. I am so excited and ready for a break however it is so bittersweet and a little emotional to know we say goodbye. No matter how old they get I will think of them as my students. They each take a little piece of my heart with them. I am so excited for them. They have come so so far this year and have defeated obstacles no one in long time had ever faced before 2020. They are victorious!
No homework this week but please keep an eye out on Tuesday, in red folders, for summer math and reading activities. I have spent some time putting these together for skills practice. I would also recommend and highly encourage daily reading for 30 minutes each day and math facts practice over the summer. Get them a special journal and encourage them to write stories, thoughts, letters, lists, recipes, anything that allows them to practice writing skills and writing independently. I also highly recommend programs like Sylvan Learning Center, Kumon, and Mathnasium not only for struggling students but also for students who like extra challenges. These can be other avenues to prepare for second grade. I also have recommendations for private tutors trained in Spalding and Singapore math. Enjoy your break, play, have fun, camp, go on vacation, but keep some learning in the mix. It sets them up for a successful school year after break.
Blue Folders:
Please send back blue folders if you have not so already. I will be sending home final graded work on Wednesday.
My Father’s Dragon Quarter Party
On Tuesday, May 25th we will be having our end of year celebration with a “My Father’s Dragon” themed quarter party. We will be enjoying some booked themed snacks and doing some book themed crafts.
We will begin at 11:00 am
If you have signed up for donations please bring all items in Tuesday morning.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0C45A5AD2EA2FF2-myfathers
Surprise Pizza Party
On Wednesday, May 26th (last day of school) Mrs. Moreno and Mrs. Villalvazo will be providing a pizza party for the last day with some farewell gifts. SHHHH!!! This one is a surprise. We will also spend this day signing 1st grade memory books and yearbooks.
GENERAL ACADEMICS:
Literature - Fairy Tales
Monday-Wednesday, May 24-26 - Half Day Dismissal, 12 PM
No lunch served on half days
Wednesday, May 26 - Last Day of School, 12 PM Dismissal
Please see the Athenian Echo that is sent out last Friday for more information about upcoming school events.
