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Friday, December 12, 2014

Dec. 15- Dec. 19

Hi Parents and Families! Catch-up on a few of the things that we have going on in the next few weeks:

Christmas Around the World Project: Due Monday, December 15th
Information has been sent home about the upcoming Christmas Project. This is to be completed at home and returned on Monday, December 15th. Students should be prepared to give a brief oral presentation on some of the Christmas facts they learned while researching their country. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding the project, have fun!

Carols, Cookies and Cocoa: Tuesday, December 16th
Come enjoy some cookies and carols after school on December 16th with the entire school community. We will be gathering in Monscheke Hall at 3:15 p.m., please pick your child up at the steps before heading into the building. Students going to Cross-Walk will remain with their teacher until dismissed at the end of the program. Hope to see you there!

Christmas Party: Thursday, December 18
Parents are welcome to join us for our Christmas Party during the last hour of school on Thursday, the 18th from 2:00- 3:00 p.m. We will be in our classroom and have a lot of fun Christmas games planned and treats to snack on!

Christmas Break: December 22- January 2
Enjoy the break, see you in the New Year!

Mitchellville Begins!
We have talked at length in-class about our classroom becoming a city, help your child to pick a few jobs that would fit their personality and giftings during the break. I will send home all the Mitchellville Laws, Jobs Available, and a Job Application. When students return, their desks will have been moved into an apartment or house configuration, each with their own classroom address. Students will have one week to apply for a job and be hired before payday and rent begin the following week. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask!

Our spelling words and homework are as follows:
manger, angel, star, king, savior, stable, joy, peace, baby, messiah

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 5.1, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 5.2, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- word search, Math- 5.3, Reading 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 5.4, Reading 15 minutes

Monday, December 8, 2014

Dec.8- Dec.12

Hi Parents and Families! Catch-up on a few of the things that we have going on in the next few weeks:

Christmas Around the World Project: Due Monday, December 15th
Information has been sent home about the upcoming Christmas Project. This is to be completed at home and returned on Monday, December 15th. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding the project, have fun!

Carols, Cookies and Cocoa: Tuesday, December 16th
Come enjoy some cookies and carols after school on December 16th with the entire school community. We will be gathering in Monscheke Hall at 3:15 p.m., please pick your child up at the steps before heading into the building. Students going to Cross-Walk will remain with their teacher until dismissed at the end of the program. Hope to see you there!

Christmas Break: December 22- January 2
Enjoy the break, see you in the New Year!

Our spelling words and homework are as follows:
charm, garden, carved, partly, artwork, charge, spark, sharp, talent, treasure

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 4.9, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 4.10, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- word search, Math- 4.11, Reading 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- chpt. 4 review, Reading 15 minutes

Monday, December 1, 2014

Dec.1- Dec.5

Hi Parents and Families! Catch-up on a few of the things that we have going on in the next few weeks:

Scholastic Book Order: Due Tuesday, December 3rd
The December Scholastic Book order went home last week. If you'd like to order books for the month of December and receive them before our Christmas break, please return the order form to Mrs. McCutchen or place the order on-line by December 3rd. Thank you!

Christmas Around the World Project: Due Monday, December 15th
Information will be sent home this week about the upcoming Christmas Project. This is to be completed at home and returned on Monday, December 15th. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding the project, have fun!

Carols, Cookies and Cocoa: Tuesday, December 16th
Come enjoy some cookies and carols after school on December 16th with the entire school community. We will be gathering in Monscheke Hall at 3:15 p.m., please pick your child up at the steps before heading into the building. Students going to Cross-Walk will remain with their teacher until dismissed at the end of the program. Hope to see you there!

Christmas Break: December 22- January 2
Enjoy the break, see you in the New Year!

Our spelling words and homework are as follows:
dear, near, clear, appear, steer, cheer, here, cozy, arrive, stubborn

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 4.5, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 4.6, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- word search, Math- 4.7, Reading 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 4.8, Reading 15 minutes

Sunday, November 23, 2014

Nov./Dec.

Hi Parents and Families! Catch-up on a few of the things that we have going on in the next few weeks:

Spirit Day: 60's Day-Tuesday, November 25th
Students are welcome to come dressed in your best 60's wear (Tye-dye, bandannas, peace signs, bright flowers, bell-bottoms etc.) to celebrate Spirit Day!

Thanksgiving Break: November 26, 27, 28
Enjoy the break with friends and family, see you in December!

Scholastic Book Order: Due Tuesday, December 3rd
The December Scholastic Book order is coming home this week. If you'd like to order books for the month of December and receive them before our Christmas break, please return the order form to Mrs. McCutchen or place the order on-line by December 3rd. Thank you!

Christmas Around the World Project: Due Monday, December 15th
Information will be sent home this week about the upcoming Christmas Project. This is to be completed at home and returned on Monday, December 15th. Please let me know if you have any questions regarding the project, have fun!

Carols, Cookies and Cocoa: Tuesday, December 16th
Come enjoy some cookies and carols after school on December 16th with the entire school community. We will be gathering in Monscheke Hall at 3:15 p.m., please pick your child up at the steps before heading into the building. Students going to Cross-Walk will remain with their teacher until dismissed at the end of the program. Hope to see you there!

Christmas Break: December 22- January 2
Enjoy the break, see you in the New Year!

NO HOMEWORK THIS WEEK, ENJOY THANKSGIVING!


Sunday, November 16, 2014

Nov. 17- Nov. 21

Hello Parents and Families! Thank you for checking the blog for updated information, here's what we have going on this week and beyond:

K-2 Chapel: Monday, November 17
All are welcome to attend our K-2 chapel from 2:25 p.m.-3:00 p.m. in Monscheke Hall!

Science Night: Thursday, November 20
Join us for a night of fun and exploration! Students and parents will rotate through 3 grade level science centers before the evening is through. This event is FREE (there is a fee for the optional dinner prior to Science Night), but if you are planning on attending please return the lime green paper (NO LATER THAN MONDAY THE 17th) so we can plan supplies accordingly, thank you!
Thanksgiving Break: November, 26, 27, 28
Enjoy the time with friends and family giving thanks together during the break!
 
December Book Club Order: Due Wednesday, December 3
 The Scholastic Book Club order will be going out within the week, if you'd like to place an order and receive it before our Christmas Break, please return the order form to Mrs. McCutchen or place the order online before December 3rd. Thank you!

The following are our spelling words for the week:
over, perform, remember, girl, stir, first, burst, turn, nurse, hurt

Monday: Spelling-3x each, Math- 4.1, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 4.2, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 4.3, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 4.4, Reading- 15 minutes

Friday, November 7, 2014

Nov. 11- Nov. 14

Parents, thank you for taking the time to meet with me last week during our parent/teacher conferences! Also, a huge thank you to the families that donated a book or more to the classroom, what a wonderful gift!
Here's what we have going on this week and beyond:

NO SCHOOL: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10th
In observance of Veteran's Day, there will be no school, see you on  Tuesday!

Science Night: Thursday, November 20
Join us for a night of fun and exploration! Students and parents will rotate through 3-4 grade level science centers before the evening is through. This event is FREE (there is a fee for the optional dinner prior to Science Night), but if you are planning on attending please return the lime green paper so we can plan supplies accordingly, thank you!

Thanksgiving Break: November, 26, 27, 28
Enjoy the time with friends and family giving thanks together during out break!

This week is an assessment week for Language Arts, there will not be a spelling test on Friday.

Tuesday: Spelling- Practice Page, Math- 3.13, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- Practice Page, Math- Chpt. 3 Review, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- Practice Page, Math- test in class, no HW, Reading- 15 minutes



Saturday, November 1, 2014

Nov. 3- Nov. 7

Hi Parents, Families and Friends! Thank you to all the parents who were able to attend and/or help with our Harvest Party last week, it was such fun! I am looking forward to seeing you this week for our parent/teacher conferences. Here is what else we have going this week:

Character Trait Award Chapel: November 3
Please join us at chapel on Monday in Monscheke Hall starting at 2:25 p.m., we will be awarding the following students for the First Quarter character traits:
Aviana A., Dominic P., James P., Chelsea P.
Congratulations!
Book Fair: November 4-7
This is a great opportunity to support our school and get an early jump on some Christmas shopping by getting books at our Book Fair, come see what is available!

Parent/Teacher Conferences: November 4-7
  I am really looking forward to meeting with you all and discussing how the first quarter has been for your child. Conference days are half-days, students are dismissed at 12:00 p.m. Cross-Walk will be available until 6:00 p.m. and free only for your designated conference time. Contact me with any questions!
 
NO SCHOOL: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10
In observance of Veteran's Day, there will be no school, enjoy the three day weekend!

The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
rescue, value, argue, grew, few, flute, fuse, tune, invent, product
 
Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 3.9, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 Definitions, Math- 3.10, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 3.11, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC Order, Math- 3.12, Reading- 15 minutes

Sunday, October 26, 2014

Oct. 27- Oct. 31

Hi Parents and Families! Stay tuned for more coming in November,
here are a few things we have going on this week:

Continue AR and Khan Academy:
I encourage you to continue helping your child to use AR (Accelerated Reader) and Khan Academy at home. We use both programs on a daily basis in class and the kids are really excelling!

Harvest Party: Friday, October 31
We will be having a short harvest party on Friday from 2-3 in our class. Students will be rotating through several fun centers that include crafts, snacks, and decorating! Feel free to join in the fun if you are able! We are encouraging students to wear their costumes for Trick-or Treating in the evening, not at school!

Book Fair: November 4-7
This is a great opportunity to support our school and get an early jump on some Christmas shopping by getting books at our Book Fair, come see what is available!

Parent/Teacher Conferences: Tuesday, November 4-7
  I am really looking forward to meeting with you all and discussing how the first quarter has been for your child. Conference days are half-days, students are dismissed at 12:00 p.m. Cross-Walk will be available until 6:00 p.m. and free only for your designated conference time. Contact me with any questions!
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
coach, road, bowl, glow, slow, row, toe, goes, clever, store
Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 3.5, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 Definitions, Math- 3.6, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- Wordsearch, Math- 3.7, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC Order, Math- 3.8, Reading- 15 minutes

Sunday, October 19, 2014

Oct. 20- Oct. 24

Hi Parents and Families! I hope you enjoyed the three-day weekend. Our field trip was a huge success, thank you to all the parents that drove and/or chaperoned! 
Here are a few things we have going on this week and beyond:

Chapel: Monday, October 20
All are welcome to attend our K-2 chapel service this Monday. Chapel begins at 2:25 p.m. in Monscheke Hall.

Pumpkin Mania: Wednesday, October 22
On Wednesday we are going to learn as much about a pumpkin as we can, weight, circumference, how many seeds etc. Ideally each table would benefit from 2 large pumpkins each (a total of 6 large pumpkins). If you'd be willing to donate a pumpkin, drop it off in the class on Monday or Tuesday, thank you!
Parent/Teacher Conferences: Tuesday, November 4-7
  I am really looking forward to meeting with you all and discussing how the first quarter has been for your child. Conference days are half-days, students are dismissed at 12:00 p.m. Cross-Walk will be available until 6:00 p.m. and free only for your designated conference time. Contact me with any questions!
 
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
lie, pie, tie, sight, right, lightning, dry, cry, safe
 
Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 3.1, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 Definitions, Math- 3.2, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 Sentences, Math- 3.3, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC Order, Math- 3.4, Reading- 15 minutes

Sunday, October 12, 2014

Oct. 13- Oct. 16

Hi Parents, Families and Friends! We have a busy week ahead, check-out what we have going on!

October Book Order Due: Monday, October 13th
If you'd like to order books in the month of October please return the order form to me or place the order online by Monday, October 13th. I will not be sending home a November Scholastic Book Order do to the fact that we will have the Book Fair on campus during that month.
Field Trip: Monday, October 13th
 Please make sure that your child has his/her own lunch Monday, wears closed-toed shoes, and comfortable long pants or leggings. Also, if your child is not 8 years old, he/she will need to ride in a booster seat, please make sure your child brings one to school on the day of the trip.We are planning on leaving school around 8:45 a.m. and returning around 12:15 p.m.
NO SCHOOL: Friday, October 17
 No school for students, teachers will be attending an in-service. Enjoy the long weekend!
Parent/Teacher Conferences: Tuesday, November 4-7
  I am really looking forward to meeting with you all and discussing how the first quarter has been for your child. Conference days are half-days, students are dismissed at 12:00 p.m. Cross-Walk will be available until 6:00 p.m. and free only for your designated conference time. Contact me with any questions!
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
eager, leaf, seat, mean, feast, queen, speech, sweetly, peeked, seek
Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 2.14, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- Word Search, Math- Chpt. 2 Review, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- NO MATH (test in class), Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: NO HOMEWORK

Sunday, October 5, 2014

Oct. 6- Oct.10

Hi Parents, Families and Friends! Here are a few things we have coming up in the next few weeks, please let me know if you have any questions!

October Book Order Due: Monday, October 13th
If you'd like to order books in the month of October please return the order form to me or place the order online by Monday, October 13th. I will not be sending home a November Scholastic Book Order due to the fact that we will have the Book Fair on campus during that month.

Field Trip: Monday, October 13th
Thank you to all the parents who have submitted the permission slips for their child and have volunteered to drive or chaperone. I will be contacting those willing to participate this next week to finalize details. Please make sure that your child has his/her own lunch on the day of the field trip, wears closed-toed shoes, and comfortable long pants or leggings. Also, if your child is not 8 years old, he/she will need to ride in a booster seat, please make sure your child brings one to school on the day of the trip.

NO SCHOOL: Friday, October 17
 No school for students, teachers will be attending an in-service. Enjoy the long weekend!

Parent/Teacher Conferences: Tuesday, November 4-7
A parent/teacher conference form will be going home this week with your student. Please confirm the date and time, let me know if you need to re-schedule. I am really looking forward to meeting with you all and discussing how the first quarter has been for your child. Conference days are half-days, students are dismissed at 12:00 p.m. Cross-Walk will be available until 6:00 p.m. and free only for your designated conference time. Contact me with any questions!

The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
train, sailed, waited, plain, tray, haystack, pay, ray, collection, vendors

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 2.10, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 2.11, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 2.12, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 2.13, Reading- 15 minutes

Sunday, September 28, 2014

Sept. 29- Oct. 3

Welcome, I hope you enjoyed the extended weekend! I am looking forward to another wonderful week in second grade!

Movie Night: Friday, October 3
Join us on the field for our annual movie night! Free popcorn will be available, bring your lawn chairs or blankets for the LEGO movie! See you there!
 
Field Trip: Monday, October 13
Information was sent home regarding the field trip on Monday, October 13th. The cost is $17 and each student needs to return 2 permission slips, one for TLCS and the other for Mt. Hermon. Drivers/Chaperones will be chosen on a first-come-first serve basis, please make sure that you have been fingerprinted prior to being a volunteer on the trip. I am really looking forward to our day together!
 
October Book Order
The Scholastic book order will be sent out this week for the month of October. If you'd like to purchase books please place the order on-line or return the order form to me by October 13th.
 
Khan Academy and Accelerated Reader
Please encourage your child to continue their math progress with Kahn Academy each week and to practice their reading comprehension by taking AR quizzes on-line! 
 
We will not have a spelling test this week, it is a Language Arts assessment week. Students will be responsible for completing a two-sided practice page and a page of math along with their 15 minutes of reading, thank you!
Monday: Spelling- Practice Page, Math- 2.6, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- Practice Page, Math- 2.7, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- Practice Page, Math- 2.8, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- Practice Page, Math- 2.9, Reading- 15 minutes

Sunday, September 21, 2014

Sept. 22- Sept. 26

We have some exciting things to look forward too, hope you are staying connected through the blog. Have a fantastic week!

K-2 Chapel: Monday, September 22
Join us for the K-2 chapel in Monschke Hall at 2:25 p.m. for worship and a speaker, Malcolm McKennan!

Fall Pictures: Thursday, September 25
Students will have their Fall pictures taken this Thursday, if you'd like your child to change after the pictures are taken they will be given an opportunity to do so. Ordering information will be sent home when the proofs are ready!

Half-Day: Friday, September 26
Students will be dismissed this Friday at 12:00 p.m. Cross-Walk will be available until 6:00 p.m.
Movie Night: Friday, October 3
Join us on the field for our annual movie night! Free popcorn will be available, bring your lawn chairs or blankets for the LEGO movie!
Field Trip: Monday, October 13
Information will be sent home this week regarding our first field trip to Mt. Hermon to experience the Discovery Grove challenge course. Drivers/Chaperones will be chosen on a first-come-first sere basis, please make sure that you have been fingerprinted prior to being a volunteer on the trip. I am really looking forward to trip!
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
phone, alone, stove, nose, lock, long, foxes, plot, custom, America

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 2.2, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 2.3, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- word search, Math- 2.4, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 2.5, Reading- 15 minutes

Sunday, September 14, 2014

Sept. 15- Sept. 19

Hello Parents, Families, and Friends! Below are a few reminders for the upcoming weeks of September, looking forward to another great week! We will be making another delicious apple treat in class this week, applesauce! Enjoy the week!

Thank You
Thank you to all the parents who were able to attend Back to School Night! I enjoyed being able to give you a glimpse into our second grade year ahead, please don't hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns throughout the year!

Picture Day: Thursday, September 25th
Students will be taking their Fall school pictures on Thursday, September 25th. If you'd like to volunteer some time to help with shuffling students in and out of the photo area, please contact the office!

Half-Day: Friday, September 26th
In observance of a teacher in-service day, students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m. Cross-walk will be available until 6:00 p.m. 
Thank you!
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
did, finish, mix, hive, line, side, picture, off, culture, relative

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 1.12, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- Chpt. 1 review, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- Wordsearch, Math- NO HOMEWORK (test in class), Reading-15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 2.1, Reading- 15 minutes

Monday, September 8, 2014

Hello Parents, Families, and Friends! 
 I am looking forward to another great week with your students, we will be making an apple pie together this week, yum!! Below are a few reminders for the week,  don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions!
 
Twin Lakes Parent/Student Handbook Agreement
Just a reminder,  if you haven't already turned in the parent/student handbook agreement page please do so as soon as possible. You should have received a hard copy in the welcome packet from Twin Lakes Christian School, you can pick one up in the office, or print a copy from our school website. Please return this page with your student in their planner or directly to the office, thank you! 
 
Back to School Night
Please join us for Back to School Night this Thursday, September 11th. This will be an informal gathering to learn more about what to expect for the school year. We will have two sessions available: 6:30-7:00 p.m. and 7:15- 7:45 p.m.   Both sessions will cover the same information and will be held in our classroom, room 831. 
Hope to see you there!
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
bag, tap, cap, cape, made, rake, flame, safety, native, local
Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math-1.8, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 1.9, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 1.10, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 1.11, Reading- 15 minutes

Monday, September 1, 2014

Sept. 2- Sept. 5

Hello Parents, Families, and Friends! 
I hope you were able to enjoy the three-day weekend, I am looking forward to another great week with your students! We are beginning to get into a steady routine that allows our classroom to run smoothly and the students to work cooperatively with one another. Below are a few reminders for the week,  don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions!

Twin Lakes Parent/Student Handbook Agreement
Just a reminder,  if you haven't already turned in the parent/student handbook agreement page please do so as soon as possible. You should have received a hard copy in the welcome packet from Twin Lakes Christian School, you can pick one up in the office, or print a copy from our school website. Please return this page with your student in their planner or directly to the office, thank you! 
 
Khan Academy
Thank you parents for returning the green permission slips for your children to begin the Khan Academy program. Please be patient as I create an account for each child. You will receive an email and hard copy of each child's user name and log-in information once we are up and running!
 
Scholastic Book Club
If you are interested in purchasing books for your student, parents can place an order online or return the order form with their student in their planner. Book orders for the month of September are due on the 2nd. I will continue to send home monthly book order forms!
Back to School Night
Please join us for Back to School Night on Thursday, September 11th. This will be an informal gathering to learn more about what to expect for the school year. We will have two sessions available: 6:30-7:00 p.m. and 7:15- 7:45 p.m.   Both sessions will cover the same information and will be held in our classroom, room 831. 
Hope to see you there!
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
went, telling, pet, muffin, fluffy, tugged, tub, sock, foggy, job
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 1.5, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 1.6, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 1.7, Reading- 15 minutes

Monday, August 25, 2014

August 25- August 29

Welcome to Second Grade!
I am really looking forward to our year together in room 831! Our blog is a great place to check-in on a weekly basis for updated information and events. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions!

Twin Lakes Parent/Student Handbook Agreement
Just a reminder that the parent/student handbook agreement page is due by Friday, August 29th. You can return this page with your student in their planner or directly to the office, thank you! 
Accelerated Reader/ Khan Academy
We will be using both of these online programs to enhance our reading and math curriculum. Most students already have an AR account set up and can access it through our school website. I need your permission to set up an account for each student for  Khan Academy. Please return the green half-sheet that was sent home in the welcome packet on the first day of school, thank you!

NO SCHOOL: September 1st
In observance of Labor Day we will not have school on Monday, September 1st. Enjoy the three day weekend!

Scholastic Book Club
If you are interested in purchasing books for your student, I will be sending home an order form each month for Scholastic Book Club. Parents can place an order online or return the order form with their student in their planner. Book orders for the month of September are due on the 2nd.

Back to School Night
Please join us for Back to School Night on Thursday, September 11th. This will be an informal gathering to learn more about what to expect for the school year. We will have two sessions available: 6:30-7:00 p.m. and 7:15- 7:45 p.m.   Both sessions will cover the same information and will be held in our classroom, room 831. Hope to see you there!

The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
had, hand, has, fix, him, will, if, even, study, blue

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 1.1, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 1.2, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 1.3, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 1.4, Reading- 15 minutes

Monday, May 26, 2014

May 27- May 30

Just a few things for our short week and beyond:

Spring Book Fair: May 20-28
Support our school by purchasing books at our Spring Book Fair! The Book Fair will be open before and after school and on the evening of the Spring Concert.
NO SCHOOL: Monday, May 26
In observance of Memorial Day there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, May 26th! Enjoy the 3 day weekend! 
 
Assessment Week: Tuesday, May 27- May 30
There will be no  spelling test this week, we are completing our last unit test in language arts. We will also have our last unit test for math, chapter 10 as well as completing our end of the year assessment for math.
Up-Coming Field Trip: Wednesday, May 28
Our last field trip will be on Wednesday, May 28 to the Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose. We will leave school at 9:15 a.m. and return around 2:00 p.m. Please have your child bring their own bag lunch and booster seat if they are younger than 8 years old.
 
Spring Carnival: Friday, May 30
Food, prizes, games and fun! The Spring Carnival is this Friday from 5-8 p.m. Tickets/wristbands are available on-line or in the office now, hope to see you there!
 
End of the Year Party: Monday, June 2
All are welcome to join us for our end of the school party on Monday, June 2. We will be celebrating the last hour of school from 2-3 p.m. Snacks and fun activities will be provided for all the students!
 
End of the Year Picnic: Friday, June 6
Parents and families are welcome to join us for the end of the year picnic on the last day of school. Students need to bring their own lunch and we will eat on the baseball field together. Students not picked up by a parent will be dismissed for Crosswalk at 12:00 p.m.

Tuesday: Spelling- Practice Page, Math- 10.10, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- Practice Page, Math- 10.11, Reading- 15minutes
Thursday: Spelling- Practice Page, Math- 10.12, Reading- 15 minutes
 
 

Sunday, May 18, 2014

May 19- May 23

With only 14  days of school left we have a busy few weeks ahead of us!
 Here's what we have going on:

4th Quarter Character Trait Awards: Monday, 19
Congratulations to the following students who will be awarded a Character Trait award on Monday: Mark Vincent, Elah Thompson, Shawn Roschelle, Zane Sturm.   
All are welcome to join us for chapel in Monschke Hall beginning at 2;25 p.m

Spring Book Fair: May 20-28
Support our school by purchasing books at our Spring Book Fair! The Book Fair will be open before and after school and on the evening of the Spring Concert.

Spring Concert: Thursday, May 22
We have been practicing and are excited for the event this week! Students need to be at school no later than 6:30 p.m. All second grade classes are performing a piece from the musical Annie and need to come in costume (orphan style clothes, ratty pants and shirt). The concert will begin at 7:00 p.m. in the main auditorium.

NO SCHOOL: Monday, May 26
In observance of Memorial Day there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, May 26th! Enjoy the 3 day weekend!

Up-Coming Field Trip: Wednesday, May 28
Our last field trip will be on Wednesday, May 28 to the Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose. We will leave school at 9:15 a.m. and return around 2:00 p.m. Please have your child bring their own bag lunch and booster seat if they are younger than 8 years old.

The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
beware, complete, prevent, destroy, root, replace, measure, place, wood, reach

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 10.5, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 10.6, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 10.7, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, math- 10.8, Reading- 15 minutes 



Friday, May 2, 2014

May 5- May 9

Hi Parents and Families! Thank you to all who were able to attend the water board meeting last week, we appreciate your support!
Check-out what's going on this week and beyond:
 
May 9: Half-Day
Students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, May 9th. Cross-Walk will be available until
6:00 p.m.
 
May 22: Spring Concert
We have been working very hard on our pieces for the Spring Concert! Mark your calendar now, you won't want to miss it (more information to come)!
 
May 26: NO SCHOOL
In observance of Memorial Day there will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, May 26th!
 
May 28: Field Trip
Wednesday, May 28th will be our last field trip of the year! We will head to San Jose to visit the Children's Discovery Museum. We will leave Twin Lakes at 9:15 a.m. and return to school no later than 2:30 p.m. Each child needs to return the permission slip that was sent home and have a bag lunch and booster seat (if 7 years old) on the day of the trip! We have limited space for parents and/or drivers, if you'd like to drive please let me know on the permission slip, thank you!
 
May 30: Spring Carnival
The annual Spring Carnival is coming up! A great event for the whole family, tickets will be available prior to the event (more information to come)!
 
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
nibble, handy, area, money, piece, seek, gentle, rain, strive, sea
 
Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 9.9, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 9.10, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 9.11, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- chpt.9 review, Reading- 15 minutes

Monday, April 28, 2014

April 28- May 2

Hi Families! Welcome back from Spring Break! We have a busy few weeks before the end of the school year, here's what we have planned for this week:
 
National Day of Prayer- May 1
Join us at 8:30 a.m. in the auditorium for our annual National Day of Prayer. We will join together as an entire school body to pray with one another and celebrate our freedom of prayer at school.
 
Pajama Day/ Used Book Sale- May 2
This Friday will be pajama day as chosen by our principal for a day, Anna DeLora. Also, if you have books you'd like to donate for our used book sale drop them off near the office. Stay after school on Friday to pick up a new book at the sale!
 
Here are our spelling words and homework for the week:
beyond, distant, warning, burrow, listen, wind, vast, rid, apple, jiggle
 
Monday:  Spelling- 3x each, Math- 9.5, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 9.6, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 15 sentences, Math- 9.7, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 9.8, Reading- 15 minutes

Saturday, April 5, 2014

April 7- April 11

Hi Parents, Families, and Friends! Make note of a few important dates and events:

April Book Order: DUE Monday, April 6
April is the last month to order books this year from Scholastic Book Clubs. We will have our Spring Book Fair on campus in May! If you'd like to place an order for April, return the order form to school on Monday. You can also place the order online!

ACSI Accreditation Team Visit: April 6-9
As a school, we have been planning and preparing for a dual accreditation. We received accreditation in January from the WASC organization and are anticipating a visit from the ACSI team for accreditation in April. The visiting team will be here April 6-9, during this time they will be observing in classrooms, talking with students, faculty, administration and parents. Our team consists of 5 women, feel free to welcome them if you see them on campus! 

Half-Day: Wednesday, April 9
Students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m., Crosswalk will be FREE up until 3:00 p.m. but available until 6:00 p.m. as usual.

Jog-A-Thon: Friday, April 11
Please have your child wear a shirt that can get permanent marker tally marks on the back for the Jog-A-Thon! Our class will be running in the gym from 9:15 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Feel free to come and show your support. If you'd like to help during the Jog-A-Thon please fill out the bottom portion of the manila folder that was sent home and return it to school!

Terra Nova Testing: April 14-17
Students in 1st through 8th grade will participate in the Terra Nova State testing during the week prior to Spring Break. Please make sure that your student gets plenty of rest, eats a good breakfast and is not absent if at all possible. There will be NO HOMEWORK during our testing week.
Thank you!

NO SCHOOL: FRIDAY, APRIL 18
In observance of Good Friday there will be no school!

SPRING BREAK: APRIL 21-25
Enjoy Spring Break, see you Monday, April 28th!

The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
door, order, remember, promise, wiggle, glance, noble, yellow, funny, winter

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math-9.1, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math-9.2, Reading-15 minutes 
Wednesday: Spelling-10 sentences, Math-9.3, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math-9.4, Reading- 15 minutes



Monday, March 24, 2014

Mar. 24- Mar. 28

Hi Parents, Families, and Friends! The following is what we have planned for the week:
 
All-School Speech Meet: Friday, March 28- 12:00 p.m.
Please feel free to join us as we support the students who have made it to the all-school Speech Meet. The Speech meet begins in the Main Auditorium at 12:00 p.m.
 
End of 3rd Quarter
Friday, March 28th is the end of 3rd quarter. Report cards will be sent home the following week!
 
Accreditation Visit
As a school, we have been planning and preparing for a dual accreditation. We received accreditation in January from the WASC organization and are anticipating a visit from the ACSI team for accreditation in April. The visiting team will be here April 6-9, during this time they will be observing in classrooms, talking with students, faculty, administration and parents. Our team consists of 5 women, feel free to welcome them if you see them on campus!
 
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
crazy, lazy, navy, solo, open, odor, idea, often, lady, giant
 
Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 8.7, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 8.8, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 8.9, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 8.10, Reading- 15 minutes

Sunday, March 16, 2014

Mar. 17- Mar. 21

Hi Parents, Families and Friends! We continue to have busy weeks as we are heading into the Spring, a few things to keep in mind for the week:

In-Class Speech Meet- Tuesday, March 18
Students have been practicing their Speech Meet pieces for more than a month and we are excited to hear their presentations! Please make sure to practice the next few days so your child feels well prepared!

Spring Pictures- Thursday, March 20
We will have our Spring pictures this Thursday, there are no make-up pictures for this session.

Half-Day- Friday, March 21
We have a half-day this Friday, March 21st. Students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m., Crosswalk will be available until 6:00 p.m.

The following are our spelling words and home work for the week:
hundred, field, certain, fossil, dinner, pepper, publish, better, fuzzy, pencil

Monday: Spelling-3x each, Math- 8.4, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 8.5, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 8.6, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 8.7, Reading- 15 minutes

Monday, March 10, 2014

Mar. 10- Mar. 14

Hello Parents, Families, and Friends:

In-Class Speech Meet: Tuesday, March 18
We will have our in-class Speech Meet on Tuesday, March 18th. Students need to have their pieces completely memorized and will present their piece to our class and a panel of judges. Please let me know if your child needs another copy of their piece to practice.

The following are our spelling words for the week:
napkin, insect, glue, catnip, cabin, cannot, picnic, salt, ten, new

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- chpt. 7 review, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- NO HOMEWORK, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 8.1, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 8.2, Reading- 15 minutes 

Sunday, March 2, 2014

Mar. 3- Mar. 7

Hello Parents, Families, and Friends! It was wonderful to see most of you at Open House, thank you for coming! This is what we've got planned for the week:


AUCTION!!!
The online auction to raise support for art, library, and technology has already started. You can also join us for the live auction this Friday, March 7th from 6-9 p.m. Tickets can be purchased in the office. We have some great items you can bid on, including a class item that we worked hard to put together!

March Book Order Due: Monday, March 10
Scholastic Book Orders for the month of March will be sent home Monday, March 3rd. If you'd like to purchase books for this month please return the order form to me or place the order on-line before Monday, March 10th, thank you!

In-Class Speech Meet: Tuesday, March 18
We will have our in-class Speech Meet on Tuesday, March 18th. Students need to have their pieces completely memorized and will present their piece to our class and a panel of judges. Please let me know if your child needs another copy of their piece to practice.

We do not have spelling words or a spelling test this week. Because it is an assessment week students will complete Language Arts workbook pages.

Monday: Spelling- LA page, Math- 7.9, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- LA page, Math- 7.10, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- LA page, Math- 7.11, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- LA page, Math- 7.12, Reading- 15 minutes 


Monday, February 24, 2014

Feb. 24- 28

Hi Parents, Families and Friends! We have another great week planned for the last week of February! Hope to see you all this Thursday night for Open House! Have a great week!

VIP Project Due: Monday, Feb. 24
Each child has chosen a very important person to complete a diorama and trading card on. Both pieces of the project are due on the 24th of February. Looking forward to seeing all the final projects, students' work will be on display during Open House!
HALF-DAY: Thursday, Feb. 27
Students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m., Crosswalk is available until 6:00 p.m.
Open House and Art Show: Thursday, February, 27
Come and see the work your child has done this year! Open House is from 7-8 p.m. Classrooms and Main Auditorium will be open with displays of student work. This is also a great time to check the 3rd grade classes for next year.
Hope to see you there!
In-Class Speech Meet: Tuesday, Mar. 18
Parents are invited to attend our in-class speech meet on Tuesday, March 18th from 10:15 a.m.- 11:00 p.m. This will take place in our classroom, if you need another copy of your child's piece please let me know!
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
awful, fawn, yawn, claw, raw, sauce, launch, walk, halt, crawl
Monday: NO SCHOOL

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 7.5, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 7.6, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 7.7, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 7.8, Reading- 15 minutes



Friday, February 14, 2014

Feb. 18- Feb. 21

Hi Parents, Families and Friends! Thank you to all who were able to attend the performance of "Vacation to Mars" last week. The students' hard-work paid off and we were thankful for your support! Here's a look at what we have coming up in the next few weeks!
 
NO SCHOOL: Monday, Feb. 17
In observance of President's Day, there will be no school on Monday!
 
Spirit Day: Friday, Feb. 21
Come dressed as your favorite super hero for our spirit day!
 
VIP Project Due: Monday, Feb. 24
Each child has chosen a very important person to complete a diorama and trading card on. Both pieces of the project are due on the 24th of February. Please don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions regarding the project!
 
HALF-DAY: Thursday, Feb. 27
Students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m., Crosswalk is available until 6:00 p.m.
 
Open House and Art Show: Thursday, February, 27
Come and see the work your child has done this year! Open House is from 7-8 p.m. Classrooms and Main Auditorium will be open with displays of student work. This is also a great time to check the 3rd grade classes for next year.
Hope to see you there!
 
In-Class Speech Meet: Tuesday, Mar. 18
Parents are invited to attend our in-class speech meet on Tuesday, March 18th from 10:15 a.m.- 11:00 p.m. This will take place in our classroom, if you need another copy of your child's piece please let me know!
 
Have a great week!
 
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
stood, hoof, hook, would, could, few, shoe, soot, foot, shook
 
Monday: NO SCHOOL
Tuesday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 7.2, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 7.3, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 7.4, Reading- 15 minutes

Sunday, February 9, 2014

Feb. 10- Feb. 14

Hi Families and Friends! Below is what we have going on this week and beyond, enjoy!

February Book Club Due: Monday, Feb. 10th
If you'd like to place an order for the month of February please return the order form to me by Monday the 10th. Parents can also place on order online to purchase books.
Vacation to Mars Performance: Wednesday, Feb. 12th
The second grade classes have been practicing a short musical titled "Vacation to Mars," that they will perform this week! All the practices for the songs and script parts have taken place in class. Our performance is Wednesday, February, 12th at 2:00 p.m. in the main auditorium.
Hope to see you there!

Valentine's Day: Friday, Feb. 14th
If you'd like to send valentines cards to class on Friday with your child, please make sure there is one for every student we have 15 students. A class list will be sent home on Monday, Feb. 10th!
NO SCHOOL: MONDAY, FEB. 17th
In observance of President's Day there will be no school!
Super Hero Spirit Day: Friday, Feb. 21st
Come dressed as your favorite Super Hero on Friday, February 21st!
Very Important Person Project Due: Monday, Feb. 24th
Information went home for the VIP project due in February. All students have a person they have chosen and will be making a trading card and diorama at home.  Please don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions!
HALF-DAY: FRIDAY, FEB. 27th
Students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m. Crosswalk will be available until 6:00 p.m.
Speech Meet
Students made selections for our Speech Meet last week, either a poem or scripture verse. Students will be required to memorize their selection and perform during an in-class Speech Meet during the week of March 17- 21. If you need multiple copies please let me know!
Have a Great Week!
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
chew, flew, stew, tooth, tools, fruit, suit, soup, you, room
Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 6.11, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday:  Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- Chpt. 6 review, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday:  Spelling- 10 sentences, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday:  Spelling- ABC order, Math- 7.1, Reading- 15 minutes

Friday, January 31, 2014

Feb. 3- Feb. 7

Hi Families! We have a busy month ahead, here are a few details of what's to come:
 
One-Hundredth Day of School: Tuesday, February 4th
We've been counting  up to the one hundredth day of school and we're almost there! We will celebrate through-out the day with fun special activities!

February Book Club Due: Monday, Feb. 10th
If you'd like to place an order for the month of February please return the order form to me on or before Monday the 10th. Parents can also place on order online to purchase books. Order form will go home Monday, Feb. 3rd.
 
Vacation to Mars Performance: Wednesday, Feb. 12th
The second grade classes have been practicing a short musical titled "Vacation to Mars," that they will perform in February. All the practices for the songs and script parts will take place in class. Please mark your calendar for our performance on Wednesday, February, 12th at 2:00 p.m. in the main auditorium.
 
NO SCHOOL: MONDAY, FEB. 17th
In observance of President's Day there will be no school!
 
Super Hero Spirit Day: Friday, Feb. 21st
Come dressed as your favorite Super Hero on Friday, February 21st!
 
Very Important Person Project Due: Monday, Feb. 24th
Information will be coming home on Monday, Feb 3rd for the VIP project due in February. I will send home a list of people to choose from as well as instructions about the project. Please don't hesitate to ask if you have any questions!
 
HALF-DAY: FRIDAY, FEB. 27th
Students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m. Crosswalk will be available until 6:00 p.m.
 
Speech Meet
Students will be making selections for Speech Meet this week, either a poem or scripture verse. Students will be required to memorize their selection and perform during an in-class Speech Meet during the week of March 17- 21. If you need multiple copies please let me know!
 
Have a Great Week!
 
The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
soil, moist, point, boil, noise, foil, royal, joy, boy, toy
 
Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 6.8, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday:  Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 6.9, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday:  Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 6.10, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday:  Spelling- ABC order, Math- 6.11, Reading- 15 minutes

Sunday, January 26, 2014

Jan. 27- Jan. 31

Hello Families and Friends! I hope you had a great weekend, it's hard to believe that we're already nearing the end of January. Here are a few things on our agenda this week:

Character Trait Chapel: Monday, January 27
Please feel free to join us for our second quarter Character Trait Award chapel this Monday at 2:25 p.m. in Monschke Hall. Congratulations to the follow students who will receive an award:  
Jacob W., Aiden C., Angelina O., and Maizie B.

One-Hundredth Day of School: Tuesday, February 4
We've been counting  up to the one hundredth day of school and we're almost there! We will celebrate through out the day with fun special activities!

Vacation to Mars!
The second grade classes are studying about the Solar System during the month of January and will also be practicing a short musical titled "Vacation to Mars," that they will perform in February. All the practices for the songs and script parts will take place in class. Please mark your calendar for our performance on Wednesday, February, 12th at 2:00 p.m.


The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
down, owl, now, cow, round, sound, ground, around, shout, pound

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math-6.4, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math-6.5, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math-6.6, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math-6.7, Reading- 15 minutes

Sunday, January 12, 2014

Jan. 13- Jan. 17

Hello Families and Friends! We have a fun week ahead of us, below are some of the events and activities you can look forward to!

School/Classroom Supplies
Each child will be responsible for his/her own classroom supplies and replenishing them for the remainder of the school year. These supplies include: crayons, markers, pencils, personal sharpener (that holds the shavings), erasers, scissors, glue sticks. We do have a store in Mitchellville that students may "purchase" pencils and erasers as needed. Also, if you'd like to donate to replenish our classroom supplies, the following is a list of things that we all use: Kleenex, wipes, hand sanitizer, paper-towel rolls, snacks (15 count).

Vacation to Mars!
The second grade classes are studying about the Solar System during the month of January and will also be practicing a short musical titled "Vacation to Mars," that they will perform in February. All the practices for the songs and script parts will take place in class. Please mark your calendar for our performance on Wednesday, February, 12th at 2:00 p.m. More details to follow!

Moon Watcher Homework:
We're asking that for homework during the next two weeks that your child take a look at the moon each night and draw the moon and write the phase in each date on the calendar that they will be bringing home. Have fun watching the night sky together!

Scholastic Book Order: January
If you'd like to order books for the month of January the order form needs to be returned by Wednesday, January 15th. You can also place an order directly on line if you'd like!

Spirit Day: Pajama Day
This Friday, January 17th come dressed in your cozy pajamas to school!

NO SCHOOL MONDAY, JANUARY 20th
In observance of Martin Luther King Jr. day there will be no school, enjoy the 3 day weekend!

Half-Day: Friday, January 24th
Students will be dismissed at 12:00 p.m., Crosswalk will be available until 6:00 p.m.

The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
dare, care, rare, bear, stair, chair, fair, hair, there, where

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 5.9, Reading- 15 minutes, Science- Moon Watch
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 5.10, Reading- 15 minutes, Science- Moon Watch
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- Chpt. 5 review, Reading- 15 minutes, Science- Moon
Watch
Thursday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- No Homework, Reading- 15 minutes, Science- Moon Watch

Sunday, January 5, 2014

Jan. 6- Jan. 10

Happy New Year! Welcome back to school, I hope your break was well spent with family and friends! I am looking forward to the many new things we will begin in January! 
Enjoy the week!

Mitchellville
Hopefully your student has been anticipating "Mitchellville!" I sent home information on how your child will need to apply for a job and the laws that are required in the town of Mitchellville, such as rent and payday. Please take some time during this first week back to look over the jobs that will be available and decide on 2-3 that would fit your child's interests. Each child has one week to apply for a job. Not everyone will receive their first choice when it comes finding a job! I'd be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding Mitchellville!

School/Classroom Supplies
Each child will be responsible for his/her own classroom supplies and replenishing them for the remainder of the school year. These supplies include: crayons, markers, pencils, personal sharpener (that holds the shavings), erasers, scissors, glue sticks. We do have a store in Mitchellville that students may "purchase" pencils and erasers as needed. Also, if you'd like to donate to replenish our classroom supplies, the following is a list of things that we all use: Kleenex, wipes, hand sanitizer, paper-towel rolls, snacks (15 count)

Thank you, have a fantastic week!

The following are our spelling words and homework for the week:
wore, core, tore, roar, board, fort, north, form, sort, store

Monday: Spelling- 3x each, Math- 5.5, Reading- 15 minutes
Tuesday: Spelling- 5 definitions, Math- 5.6, Reading- 15 minutes
Wednesday: Spelling- 10 sentences, Math- 5.7, Reading- 15 minutes
Thursday: Spelling- ABC order, Math- 5.8, Reading- 15 minutes