December 16, 2016

Dear Families,

Thank you for bundling up your little people! We will go outside as long as the temperature is above 10 degrees including wind chill.

Books Read: Countdown To Christmas, Merry Christmas, Big Hungry Bear!, The Wild Christmas Reindeer, The Night Before Christmas, Arthur's Christmas

During writing time they are; using patterns like-"I like" and "I see" to make books to share with their friends. The pattern of language and staying on one topic while exploring this kind of writing are the key concepts.

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. The characters we learned this week were; Woody Woodchuck and Ichabod Ichthyosaurus.

In math we are discussing volume and capacity using the rice table and weight using the pan balance, working with teen numbers, formation of numbers, making pictures to match the number written, addition and subtraction practice and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events:

Wednesday December 21-We will be having some fun with the story, The Polar Express. The students are allowed to bring their pajamas to change into here at school. They also may bring a special stuffed animal as long as it can fit inside their backpack.

Thursday December 22- A VERY low-key “Party”-NO GIFTS- We also will have some healthy snacks, so if you are interested in sending in a healthy snack or juice or cups or plates, let me know at ssample@rsu1.org

December 23-January 3- Vacation-Enjoy family and friends! (My middle son will not be home from his overseas mission until summer, but will be able to spend time with my other children and my two granddaughters.)  Blessings all!

December 9, 2016

Dear Families,

PLEASE know that students go out every day as long as the temperature is above 10 degrees. Snow pants, boots, hat, mittens and warm clothing are super important in keeping your child safe and warm. Please help in sending those things in. Also, if your student doesn't have an extra set of clothing at school, that would be a comfort on days when they have gotten wet by the snow. Who wants to sit in cold, wet clothes? Slippers or an extra set of shoes may also be a welcome addition so they aren't clomping around in their oversized, wet boots~we thank you!

Books Read: Poor Pluto, Berenstain Bears on the Moon, Good Night Moon ABC, Star Wars Solar System, several non-fiction texts featuring our different planets in the solar system. 

During writing time we are finishing our unit~ writing pattern books. Books like; I like..., I see..., I can...., I go to......    These are helping to build stamina in both reading and writing as beginning readers are often first successful reading books with a consistent, repetitive pattern throughout. Although this is a short unit, it is going to be a powerful one!

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. The characters we learned this week are Nellie Newt and Lou Lou Moose

In math we are working with teen numbers, telling number stories, measurement,  formation of numbers, making pictures to match the number written, addition and subtraction practice and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events: 

December 9- Report cards home

December 21- Pajama and Polar Express Day and Winter Celebration Party! Students can BRING pajamas in to change into here at school. They can also bring in a stuffed animal if the wish. Make sure it will fit in their backpack. If you would like to send in a small, healthy snack for us to share, please let me know via email or note!!! Thank you~

December 23-January 2-  Christmas Vacation

December 2, 2016

Dear Families,

We have been having so much fun learning about the solar system this week! We know what makes day and night and that the sun is our closest star. How exciting!

Books Read: Out In Space, Magic School Bus Lost in the Solar System, Stars! Stars! stars!, Eight Spinning Planets, Good Night Moon, Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star, There's No Place Like Space, Sun: Our Nearest Star, What Makes Day and Night?

During writing time we are working on a new unit~ writing pattern books. Books like; I like..., I see..., I can....    These are helping to build stamina in both reading and writing as beginning readers are often first successful reading books with a consistent, repetitive pattern throughout. Although this is a short unit, it is going to be a powerful one!

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. The characters we learned this week are Ellie Elephant and Thick Thorny Thing.

In math we are working with teen numbers, playing games with partners, formation of numbers, making pictures to match the number written, addition and subtraction practice and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events: 

December 9- Report cards home

December 23-January 2-  Christmas Vacation

November 18, 2016

We had a wonderful Grandparent's Day celebration today!!!

THANK YOU

Upcoming Events: 

Monday and Tuesday November 21 & 22- 1/2 Days of School and Parent/ Teacher Conferences. PLEASE sign up if you haven't already done so~

Wed., Thurs. & Fri. November 23, 24, 25- Thanksgiving Break

Enjoy family and know you are all a blessing to me!

November 4, 2016

Dear Families,

Welcome November! What beautiful weather we have had! It is so nice to be able to continue our treks outside on these beautiful fall days. We have been taking the role of scientist as we spend time observing the season using all of our senses. 

A bit of help that I need... please assist your child by making sure there are no toys or other distractions in their backpacks or pockets. We have had many instances of students "giving, trading, sharing, lending" items and we honestly don't have the time for those distractions in our day. I really need your help with this and I thank you in advance. 
A turkey project is coming home with your child today. Have fun creating together and please send it back in when finished~

If you have not signed up for conferences yet, please do. I can't wait to talk about your student's first trimester of kindergarten. 

We are continuing to tell stories across pages in our writing blocks. Sharing work with partners and adding details  has added to our good work!

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. The characters we have learned this week were; Kimmy Kangaroo and Farley Fox

In math we are working with teen numbers, recognizing teen numbers through movement, formation of numbers, addition and subtraction practice and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events: 

November 8- No School

November 11- Veterans Day- No School

November 21&22- Parent Teacher Conferences (Please sign up)

November 23,24,25 No School for Thanksgiving Break

October 28, 2016

Dear Families,

Happy rainy Friday! PLEASE no costumes to school on Monday! Thank you~

In science we are learning about the changes we see in fall and the life cycle of a pumpkin.

Books Read: The Biggest Pumpkin Ever, When The Leaf Blew In, Autumn's First Leaf, Pumpkin Patch Puppy, The Silly Scarecrow

During writing time they are starting to; visualize places and people to write about, tell their story across pages, add words (letters) to their pictures, rehearse what they want to say about what they wrote, take turns sharing their ideas and writing with partners and showing movement in their drawings for a fun effect. We talked a lot this week about being BRAVE writers and adding more and more letters to our words and words to our sentences.

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. The characters this week were Arnie Aardvark and Jenny Jaguar.

In math we are getting to know numbers 0-31, sorting, using math manipulatives, identifying shapes around us, putting together is addition and taking apart is subtraction and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events: 

November 8- No School/Professional Development

November 11- No School- Veterans Day (Thank you for all who have served) 

October 21, 2016

Dear Families,

We have been learning about fire safety this week and we were joined by the Woolwich Fire Department on Monday. We learned about the fire truck and how to keep safe. Some students were unsure if they their family has an outside meeting place if they have to evacuate their house. Do you have one? Have you practiced your escape route with your family? Have you changed the batteries in your smoke detectors lately? I care a lot about you all and want you to stay safe!!!

Books Read: Firehouse, Curious George at the Fire Station, Clifford the Firehouse Dog, My Fire Engine

During writing time they are starting to; visualize places and people to write about, add words (letters) to their pictures, rehearse what they want to say about what they wrote, take turns sharing their ideas and writing with partners and show movement in their drawings for a fun effect. We talked a lot this week about being BRAVE writers and adding more and more letters to our words and words to our sentences.

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. The characters we learned this week were; Sadie Seal and Rosie Raccoon.

In math we are getting to know numbers 0-30, sorting, using math manipulatives, identifying shapes, reviewed spatial vocabulary and concepts (top, below, between, next to, around, over, under, left, right), and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events: 

November 8- No School
November 11- No School-Veteran's Day-Thank you!

October 14, 2016

Dear Families,

In science we are learning about the changes we see in fall. We have also had 13 monarch caterpillars come out of chrysalis and we have set them free!!! Wow! Never have we had so many successful hatches~

Books Read: Johnny Appleseed,  When The Leaf Blew In, Autumn's First Leaf,  Apples and Pumpkins, Yes We Can!

During writing time they are starting to; visualize places and people to write about, add words (letters) to their pictures, rehearse what they want to say about what they wrote, take turns sharing their ideas and writing with partners and show movement in their drawings for a fun effect. We talked a lot this week about being BRAVE writers and adding more and more letters to our words and words to our sentences.

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. The characters we met this week were Daisy Dragon and Timmy Tiger.

In math we are getting to know numbers 0-30, sorting, using math manipulatives, identifying shapes by feel, reviewed spatial vocabulary and concepts (top, below, between, next to, around, over, under, left, right), and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events: 

November 8- No School- Professional Development for teachers

November 11- No School- Veteran's Day

September 30, 2016

Dear Families,

A huge THANK YOU for those who traveled to Rocky Ridge apple orchard with us this week. It was so much fun and the sadness they felt in the rain on Tuesday was turned into smiles and enthusiasm on our sunny trip! I hope you heard all about it! 

We made applesauce on Friday with the apples we bought at Rocky Ridge and after lots of turning and squishing, we ate the delicious treat! I hope you found the apple core I sent home with the attached instructions for planting your own apple tree. 

In science we are learning about the life cycle of the butterfly and have begun our apple unit. We currently have 10 caterpillars in chrysalis, 5 caterpillars still munching and we have let one butterfly start his journey to Mexico. We have learned so much about the caterpillar life cycle!

Books Read: Big, Red Apple, There Was An Old Woman Who Swallowed a Fly, Wiggle's Apple Book

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. The characters we learned this week were; Max the Ox/ Felix Fox and Actress Annie.

In math we are getting to know numbers 0-10, sorting, discussing a graph, using math manipulatives, finger counting, working with shapes and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events: 

October 7- NO SCHOOL- Teacher Inservice

October 10- NO SCHOOL- Columbus Day

September 23, 2016

Dear Families,

Books Read: The Very Hungry Caterpillar, A Caterpillar's Wish, Butterfly Suits, I'm a Caterpillar, Butterfly Life Cycle and a variety of Eric Carle books. We also acted out the Very Hungry Caterpillar story with props and ate a fruit salad that had all of the yummy fruit in it that the caterpillar ate through. 

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. The characters we have learned about so far are; Polly Panda, Uncle Upton, Ollie Ostrich, and Mimi Mermaid.

In math we are getting to know numbers, introducing attributes and sorting, multisensory counting, patterns and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events:

September 27- Rocky Ridge Field Trip (29th is the rain date)

October 7- NO SCHOOL- Teacher Inservice

October 10- NO SCHOOL- Columbus Day

September 9, 2016

Dear Families,

It has been a very busy week. We are continuing our procedures and community building. The only special we have not been involved with yet is art, and we will have that on Monday. Today we traveled to library and we were able to sign a book out to take home. Please make sure it comes back by next Friday (or before) and that when it is not being read there is a safe place to keep it. One other detail I forgot to mention in my opening letter is that folders come home on Fridays with student's work from the week, this newsletter and other pieces of information.

Books Read: The Little Engine That Could, Have You Filled a Bucket Today?, I Like Myself, I'm your Bus.

In math we are getting to know numbers, introducing attributes of shapes, sorting, graphing birthdays, and our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observation, tracking the number of days we have been in school and the days  of the week.

 Many reading and writing assessments have taken place these first few days of school. We will begin a more structured approach to reading and writing beginning next week. 

A huge THANK YOU to Millie's mom for bringing in a monarch caterpillar to observe. I have been unable to find any in my faithful spots. We also ordered some monarch caterpillars in the mail, but they are still too small for us to see. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events!

September 15- Picture Day and Open House!

First 2 Days!

WOW! What a fantastic first two days of Kindergarten! I am so impressed by the way we are blending together as a community. We are learning our schedule, classroom expectations and how to be a good friend. Our word for this week has been-Responsibility-

All of the students will be assessed this week and next in the areas of reading and writing. These assessments are fun for them and act more as a game then stressful work. They will probably be tired and hot this afternoon when they come home, but know that they have spent 2 full days adjusting to a new schedule and a whole new life. Exciting!

You have noticed a flurry of paperwork coming home. Please take time to fill it all out and send it back to me. Having updated addresses, telephone numbers and other important information is the key to keeping your child as safe as I possibly can. Thank you!

The best way to get in touch with me is through email at ssample@rsu1.org. I check my email a few times a day and I will do my level best to get back to you as soon as I check it. I feel like too much information is better than too little.

Our specials are: Monday-Art

                           Tuesday- PE (if you haven't sent in sneakers to keep at school, please do)

                           Wednesday- Guidance

                           Thursday- Music

                           Friday-Library (Please help your child keep his/her library book in a safe place and enjoy spending time reading with them.) Books are due back the following Friday.

I will try to add to this blog each week as well as when there is any special event going on. When I receive your paperwork about publishing pictures, I will know who I can and cannot publish on this blog. Paper copies will come home as well.

Have a wonderful long weekend!

Sarah~

May 27, 2016

Dear Families,

Wow! I can't believe we are wrapping up our Kindergarten year together! Assessments are going to be key for the next weeks. 

As we experienced a "summer" day this past week, it reminded me to remind you about the importance of sunscreen. As our skin becomes re-introduced to the sun, we want to be sure we are safe! Please either slather sun block on your child before they come in to school or you could send in a tube (with their name clearly stated) and I am happy to apply it before they venture outside. 

Along with summer weather comes summer/ beach/ coastal Maine studies. We also had a popsicle party with our 8th grade reading buddies. We will miss them and wish them well on their trip to D.C.!

Books Read: One Morning in Maine, Rainbow Fish, Rainbow Fish and the Big Blue Whale, Make Way for Ducklings and Fun Dog, Sun Dog, and Thunder Cake (I have included the recipe for thunder cake in their folders this week-yum!) 

During writing time they are; thinking of ways to write that will persuade people to do certain things, or not do certain things, adding words (letters) to their pictures, rehearsing what they want to say about what they wrote, taking turns sharing their ideas and writing with partners, adding spaces between words and punctuation at the end of a sentence, going back into their writing pieces and revising what they have written by changing or adding to what they wrote and continuing to build up their confidence as writers.

In math we are working with two digit numbers, formation of numbers, addition and subtraction practice, counting and number recognition, solving number stories, and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events: 

June 3- Visit Pen Pals in Pittston- more information coming soon!

June 15- Last School Day at WCS

Friday May 13, 2016

Dear Families,

Thank you so much to all of you who were able to join us on our outing to Wolfe's Neck Farm. A wonderful experience and such a beautiful day!

REMEMBER:

NO SCHOOL FOR KINDERGARTEN ONLY

THURSDAY AND FRIDAY 

MAY 19 & 20

May 6, 2016

Dear Families,

It was so nice to see so many of you at last night's Cinco De Mayo concert celebration. I am always amazed when there is standing room only. The children are so supported and loved in our Woolwich community. Thank you!

This week has been a mix of egg layers, farm life and frogs. Always a busy time of year. So many hands-on experiences and excitement of 1st grade looms close!

MONDAY- FIELD TRIP TO WOLFE'S NECK FARM. DRESS FOR ANY WEATHER! If you signed up to chaperone please sign the enclosed waiver and bring in on Monday~Thank you!

May 19 & 20 NO SCHOOL FOR KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS ONLY (KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS ARE INVOLVED WITH KINDERGARTEN SCREENING)

Books Read: Dino Sailors, Dino  Train,  The Day Jimmy's Boa Ate the Wash,  Aunt Pitty Patty's Piggy, Big Chickens, Big Chickens Fly the Coop

During writing time they are; writing to Pittston pen pals, visualizing places and people to write about, adding words (letters) to their pictures, rehearsing what they want to say about what they wrote, taking turns sharing their ideas and writing with partners, adding spaces between words and punctuation at the end of a sentence, going back into their writing pieces and revising what they have written by changing or adding to what they wrote and continuing to build up their confidence as writers.  

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. We have been writing words and sentences using our characters.

In math we are getting familiar with our 1-110 number grid and playing fun “I Spy” games trying to find out the number, playing with standard and nonstandard measurement, working with two digit numbers, formation of numbers, addition and subtraction practice, counting and number recognition, solving number stories, and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events: 

Happy Mother's Day!

May 9- Field Trip to Wolfe's Neck Farm

May 19 & 20 NO SCHOOL FOR KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS ONLY (KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS ARE INVOLVED WITH KINDERGARTEN SCREENING)

May 30- No School- Memorial Day

April 29, 2016

Dear Families,

We learned a BIG word this week! Oviparous. Animals that lay eggs and hatch from eggs.

Books Read: What Hatches From an Egg, Chickens aren't The Only Ones, First The Egg, Chick Life Cycle, Egg to Robin, Sea Turtles, Frog Life Cycles, One Tiny Turtle

During writing time they are; writing to Pittston pen pals, visualizing places and people to write about, adding words (letters) to their pictures, rehearsing what they want to say about what they wrote, taking turns sharing their ideas and writing with partners, adding spaces between words and punctuation at the end of a sentence, going back into their writing pieces and revising what they have written by changing or adding to what they wrote and continuing to build up their confidence as writers.  

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. We have been writing words and sentences using our characters.

In math we are using calculators, playing with standard and nonstandard measurement, working with two digit numbers, formation of numbers, addition and subtraction practice, counting and number recognition, solving number stories, and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations, tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. 

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events: 

Thursday May 5~ 6:00 Spring Concert here at WCS!

May 9-  Field Trip to Wolfe's Neck Farm-Please return your permission slip, waiver and money on Monday.

May 19&20 NO SCHOOL FOR KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS ONLY (KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS ARE INVOLVED WITH KINDERGARTEN SCREENING)

May 30- Memorial Day-No School

1/2 Days and Vacation

Hi All! 

Remember Thursday and Friday are 1/2 days of school.   (Dismissal will be after lunch).

See you at conferences and have an amazing April vacation!

More Rainforest Pictures

April 1, 2016

Part of our "rainforest" is coming to life! More pictures on the blog~

Hello Families,

 I REALLY wish April Fools Day could be dedicated to weekends~

Much of our time this week has been dedicated to assessment for report cards and conferences. If you have not signed up for a conference, please do!

Books Read: The Runaway Bunny. The Happy Day, Counting is for the Birds, Hang on Hopper!, Big Sarah's Little Boots

We continued to be involved with the Chickadee Book Award Program which allows many different teachers in our school (including Mr. Libby) to read a variety of wonderful literature and for the children to respond in writing to the books. They had a chance to vote on their favorite of them all. (There are 10 in all).  I wonder who will win?

During writing time they are; putting the finishing on touches on our “published pieces” for our share day with our book buddies on Friday, visualizing places and people to write about, adding words (letters) to their pictures, rehearsing what they want to say about what they wrote, taking turns sharing their ideas and writing with partners, adding spaces between words and punctuation at the end of a sentence, going back into their writing pieces and revising what they have written by changing or adding to what they wrote and continuing to build up their confidence as writers. We also continue to correspond with our pen pals in Pittston.

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. The characters we have learned about this week were; The Whistling White Whale, Zachary and Zena, and June and her pet Mule.

In math we are working with two digit numbers, formation of numbers, addition and subtraction practice, counting and number recognition, solving number stories, calculator use and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations (adding “Lion and Lamb” to our weather observations), tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week. Also assessment for report cards.

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard)

Upcoming Events: 

April 14 & 15- Parent Teacher Conferences- PLEASE sign up (1/2 days of school)

April 18-22 Vacation

March 18, 2018

Dear Families,

We have been learning so much about our 5 senses and how they keep us safe. 

We have also been involved with the Chickadee Award Program which allows many different teachers in our school (including Mr. Libby) to read a variety of wonderful literature, for the children to respond in writing to the books and then, when all are read, they will have a chance to vote on their favorite of them all. I wonder who will win?

During writing time, we continue to write many, many how-to books. The expectation is the student tell a sequence of how to do something (make a sandwich, take care of a pet, plant a seed, build a snowman, be a good friend) and then write the steps in book form. We are still needing to stretch out words, make sure each word has a vowel in it, use classroom print and do quality work while we explore this genre. We are also writing many letters back and forth with out Pittsfield pen pals who we will meet in May/June.  

Animated Alphabet is our approach to phonemic awareness and spelling. The letters are taught through a multi sensory approach of music, dance, characters and signs which help the students hold onto that information. The characters we learned this week were; Quentin Quail and Joy and her Noisy Toy.

In math we are working with two digit numbers, formation of numbers, addition and subtraction practice, counting and number recognition, solving number stories, and continuing our calendar routines. Our routines at calendar time include; counting to the calendar number of the day, weather observations (adding “Lion and Lamb” to our weather observations), tracking the number of days we have been in school and days of the week.

We are learning about the Woolwich Way! The Woolwich Way is made up of 6 qualities that will help us to be the best we can be! (Courtesy- I can use good manners, Compassion-I can help others, Respect- I can treat others kindly, Honesty-I can tell the truth, Responsibility- I can take care of myself and my stuff, Quality- I can do my best even when things are hard

Upcoming Events: 

April 14 & 15 Parent Teacher Conferences

April 18-22 Vacation