GREETINGS!
It is hard to believe that we are already starting week 3 of the school year. It has been lovely getting to know my students these last few weeks. They are a wonderful group of kids who are super excited to learn. I feel honored to be their teacher and get to help lead their journey of learning. It is not without the partnership and support of our parents. So thank you for your investment and your diligence.
WATER BOTTLES! WATER BOTTLES! WATER BOTTLES!
It is hot hot hot this week! Please make sure your child brings a water bottle to school every day.
RED FOLDERS, AGENDAS, MATH WORKBOOKS:
This is just a reminder to send red folders, agendas, and math workbooks back to school every day. Thanks! :-)
ACADEMICS:
Spalding - Spelling words start this week. Students will learn 5 words on Tuesday, 5 words on Wednesday and review on Thursday. The 10 word spelling test will be on Friday.
Math - At this point in time all scholars should have started Xtramath and be completing Xtramath at least three times each week. The Xtramath homework is part of the overall math grade each quarter.
- In class we students are studying number bonds. Number bonds help students identify the the parts and whole of addition and subtraction sentences.
- On Tuesday we will be sending home Chapter 2 "Friendly Notes." These "Friendly Notes are an excellent resource when helping your child with math at home. They give the language and examples of things we are doing in the class. In first grade every chapter builds on the previous. Please keep the friendly notes at home so that you can easily access them.
Geography - We completed a geography review in class and a fresh copy of the review was sent home in red folders today. The geography test is tomorrow.
Science - Introduction to science
Literature - "Different Lands, Similar Stories: Cinderella"
- Identifying characters, setting, and plot in a story
Grammar - Common nouns and proper nouns
Poetry - "I'm Glad"
UPCOMING DATES:
Thursday, August 22 -K-5 Parent Curriculum Night, 6-7 PM (This event is for parents only!)
Friday, August 23 -Half Day Dismissal at 12 PM
*Trivium Spirit Day*
Reminder: No lunch is served on half days. (Please send a healthy snack for your child to eat at recess.)
Thursday, August 29 -Parent Workshops-
- Spalding & Singapore Math, 6:00-7:30 PM
- Spalding Phonics Workshop, 6:00-6:45 PM
- Singapore Math Workshop, 6:50-7:30 PM
Monday, September 2 -No School: Labor Day
Please see the Athenian Echo for more details about upcoming dates.
