What We Are Learning

Reading: Because your child has learned so much this year, they are now in charge of teaching the class! Your child has picked a book to share with the class.  While they read aloud and practice their fluency, they are also teaching their classmates about making predictions, making connections, retelling the story, visualizing, and expanding our vocabulary. Ask your child what book they chose to share and what skills they are teaching us.

Writing: In writing this week we realized we are experts in all things first grade. Your child is now writing about things they learned this year.  Look for the finished pieces in your child’s take home folder next week.

Math: This week your child is moving through 7 math centers.  These centers review skills they have learned this year. Ask your child which center they like the best.

Field Day

Field Day will be Tuesday, May 27^th. This will be a really exciting day.  Coach has planned several water activities. Here is what your child needs to bring that day:

·        An extra change of clothes and shoes

·        Sunscreen (I get sunburnt ever year!)

·        Tennis shoes that are ok to get dirty

·        Sack lunch from home or school sack lunch

First grade will have Field Day in the morning.  Your child will be pretty miserable the rest of the day if they do not bring an extra set of clothes!

Teacher Appreciation Week

Thank you all for an amazing Teacher Appreciation Week! I feel so blessed!

My Transition Back

Thank you all for being so flexible while I was on maternity leave.  We are now working on getting back into our predictable routine. Here is a picture of my beautiful baby girl! I’m one proud Mamma! J

Dates to Remember

May 26^th: Memorial Day No School

May 27^th: Field Day

May 28^th: Dismiss at 12:30 Last Day of School