2-8 November 2009
News Release: You received your Family Quarterly Project directions in the take home folder today. This project is due by 19 November, but it can be completed and sent in before that date. Please work to have a quality project and spend quality time together. You may use resources from on-line, magazines, your child's own drawing, etc. I did send an ABC book home with your child today, to show you an example of an ABC book. Remember to choose a theme or topic for yours, and stay with the chosen one throughout the book. Involve the entire family and let your child guide the contents. They will have an opportunity to 'read' and present their book to their peers. Thank you for your time and effort. November has many days off of school, so enjoy the time together and produce a great book. Remember, a page for each letter of the alphabet. Thank you!!!!
P.S. You can let up on the on-line homework while working on this project together!
Welcome back to the Weekly Post on our class blog. Time seems to be passing quickly and as we move into November, the work we perform together, as partners in your child's education is more important than ever. I am amazed at the progress in reading by the students. Each morning, as they arrive in the classroom, they hang up their coats and backpacks, remove the "READING BAG" and participate in SSR (Sustained 'Silent' Reading) for 10-15 minutes right before the morning announcements and pledge. Our room is buzzing with readers and I've just got to take a movie and post the results! It's such a pleasant sight and becomes even more important as we move into the second quarter of the year. Whether they're working on fluency, re-reading, checking the tricky parts with their finger, or sailing through the books that they've read over the last 3-4 days, this helps to make the difference on feeling part of a community of learners. Thank you to all the moms and dads who spend time listening, prompting, monitoring, and caring. Please don't forget to read those library books TO your child, also!
We enjoyed many of the hand & home-made treats at our Fall Festival, which basically consisted of themed activities around fall and spiders, but were really more reading, writing, and math activities connected to learning standards. Of course, included in that were gross motor activities on their favorite section of our huge playground outside our room. Other than playing Tarzan on a low-hanging branch and literally 'tearing off' a section of the tree (needed to be trimmed anyway :o), so much fun and learning was had on that day.
Once again, check out the adjusted links at the side of this post, continue with the MUST DO links and explore the others. I appreciate your immediate response to conference confirmations and look forward to the 12th and 13th of November.
Continue to collect Box Tops for Education labels, wearing appropriate clothing based on the weather, and monitoring their learning with the links. There are occassional problems with computer access for some of you, but continue to read the little books in the reading bag each night. Promote independence and use the parent prompt sheet for ideas on how to help when your child comes to difficulty.
This Wednesday, the 4th, we will farwell two students as they PCS to the United States. We'll miss Presley and Xander. We wish you the best of luck in your new locations and hope to hear from you after you get settled.
Remember, these no-school dates this month: Friday, 6 November:(teacher work day), 11, 12, & 13 November: (Veteran's Day, and Parent Teacher Conferences), 26-27 November: (Thanksgiving Holiday). Because of this shortened month, your vigilance on reading is imperative to sustain their growth and further progress. Homework will be an essential 'bridge' to sustainment of skills and moving through the curriculum, in spite of all the days off.
Happy November! Check out the links for the week--
Mrs. Petty
Saturday, October 24, 2009
BY THE WAY: We're working on winning a popcorn party!!! Please send in your October BOX TOPS so we're competitive! They are gathered at the end of the month, so that's on this Friday! Thank you, then begin collecting for November :o)
26 October-1 November 2009 Riddle of the WEEK:
Who said this all day last Thursday? "Quack, quack!" Answer: Mrs. Petty's students, and parents who went to STRADELLA'S!! Thanks to all 8 parents who showed up to chaperone. It was a success, but we certainly got wet. We enjoyed our hand decorated cake and Franco, the baker, won our hearts with his talent and charisma. We'll definitely be ordering our Italian desserts from him in the future. The cake was yummy!
Check out the updated links this week, and remember our Fall Festival on Friday, 30 October. We're staying away from nuts or nut products in our treats, and remember that you can also send in non-food items, too. Please send in items or deliver them to the classroom before 11 a.m. Friday. We have 18 students and we'll make our own treat bags. Most will be taken home, due to the lack of time in the afternoon. If you're not able to participate this time by contributing something, that's OK. You can help out on another upcoming event this year in the future:o)
Remember this, also: AES Spirit Week: Monday- Friday--26-30 October Monday: Crazy Hat Day Tuesday: Silly Sock Day Wednesday: Inside Out Day Thursday: Tye Dye or Tie Day Friday: Red, White, and Blue Day This event is sponsored by AES Student Council. Even though we don't have active representatives from 1st grade, we're invited to participate. It's voluntary, so participate if you like.
PLEASE continue to be valiantly involved in your child's reading and homework efforts. You'll all reap huge benefits and have fun together. Watch this message from our DODDS-Europe Director about the importance of continuing to read TO your child.
Last, but certainly not least, remember to return the bottom portion of the Parent-Conference Appointment form to confirm our time to meet on 12 November. Have a wonderful week.
Mrs. Petty
26 October-1 November 2009 Riddle of the WEEK:
Who said this all day last Thursday? "Quack, quack!" Answer: Mrs. Petty's students, and parents who went to STRADELLA'S!! Thanks to all 8 parents who showed up to chaperone. It was a success, but we certainly got wet. We enjoyed our hand decorated cake and Franco, the baker, won our hearts with his talent and charisma. We'll definitely be ordering our Italian desserts from him in the future. The cake was yummy!
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Check out the updated links this week, and remember our Fall Festival on Friday, 30 October. We're staying away from nuts or nut products in our treats, and remember that you can also send in non-food items, too. Please send in items or deliver them to the classroom before 11 a.m. Friday. We have 18 students and we'll make our own treat bags. Most will be taken home, due to the lack of time in the afternoon. If you're not able to participate this time by contributing something, that's OK. You can help out on another upcoming event this year in the future:o)
Remember this, also: AES Spirit Week: Monday- Friday--26-30 October Monday: Crazy Hat Day Tuesday: Silly Sock Day Wednesday: Inside Out Day Thursday: Tye Dye or Tie Day Friday: Red, White, and Blue Day This event is sponsored by AES Student Council. Even though we don't have active representatives from 1st grade, we're invited to participate. It's voluntary, so participate if you like.
PLEASE continue to be valiantly involved in your child's reading and homework efforts. You'll all reap huge benefits and have fun together. Watch this message from our DODDS-Europe Director about the importance of continuing to read TO your child.
Last, but certainly not least, remember to return the bottom portion of the Parent-Conference Appointment form to confirm our time to meet on 12 November. Have a wonderful week.
Mrs. Petty
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Weekly UPDATE for 19-25 October 2009
Weekly Important Items:
Thursday, 22 Oct-Walking Study Trip to Stradella's
*Parent chaperones arrive NLT 8:15-Departure at 8:30, return at 10:30
Friday, 23 October: Weekly Spelling Test-List #6
5 November: End of 1st Qtr. Parent Conferences to follow soon.
6 November-No School for Students: Teacher Work Day
Well, we're working through October and getting used to the 'cold'. Thanks for sending in great jackets, hand covers, and hats this past week. Remember to dress for the weather on Thursday for our walking field trip.
Our class just surpassed completion of over 5,000 math questions on IXL. Congratulations, and many of the students are showing mastery in the skills they're working on. Please explore the new, but extra-time links if there's time. The numbered activities under the starred (extra) links are essential for Reading, Math, and Spelling progress. Thanks for your patience in using this type of forum for homework. During parent conferencs we'll review the progress of these tools for your student.
Reading the little books each night at home is essential. We have certain benchmarks for 'staying' ON level for first grade throughout the year, in order to be fully ready for 2nd grade and beyond. Meeting these standards are important for your child as you address the "NEED TO READ" every evening. I am sending home a prompt sheet for you to read and use during the read to mom/dad time in the evening.
Have a great week, and once again, thank you for all your support. See a few of you at the Study Trip on Thursday!
Mrs. Petty
Weekly Important Items:
Thursday, 22 Oct-Walking Study Trip to Stradella's
*Parent chaperones arrive NLT 8:15-Departure at 8:30, return at 10:30
Friday, 23 October: Weekly Spelling Test-List #6
5 November: End of 1st Qtr. Parent Conferences to follow soon.
6 November-No School for Students: Teacher Work Day
Well, we're working through October and getting used to the 'cold'. Thanks for sending in great jackets, hand covers, and hats this past week. Remember to dress for the weather on Thursday for our walking field trip.
Our class just surpassed completion of over 5,000 math questions on IXL. Congratulations, and many of the students are showing mastery in the skills they're working on. Please explore the new, but extra-time links if there's time. The numbered activities under the starred (extra) links are essential for Reading, Math, and Spelling progress. Thanks for your patience in using this type of forum for homework. During parent conferencs we'll review the progress of these tools for your student.
Reading the little books each night at home is essential. We have certain benchmarks for 'staying' ON level for first grade throughout the year, in order to be fully ready for 2nd grade and beyond. Meeting these standards are important for your child as you address the "NEED TO READ" every evening. I am sending home a prompt sheet for you to read and use during the read to mom/dad time in the evening.
Have a great week, and once again, thank you for all your support. See a few of you at the Study Trip on Thursday!
Mrs. Petty
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Week of: 19-25 October 2009
Activities of the Week:
We're collecting 142 ounce empty detergent boxes with the plastic handles. We need 20 of these, so let your friends know, too! I have the first one saved. We'll use these for our "READ TO SELF" part of our Language Arts Block. Thank-you!
Wednesday, 14th: Individual Pictures 12: 15 p.m. Please send in picture money NLT Wednesday Morning. Thank you!
Thursday, 15th: Scholastic Book Orders Due. Please package money in a labeled envelope with completed book order forms. Return earlier than Thursday, if possible.
Every Day: Complete homework daily, collect BOX TOPS 4 EDUCATION, and read those little books!!
AND..........Begin gathering up those 'older' well-loved books for our 1st classroom book swap. We'll make a display of everyone's donations and your child can exchange their books, for other books of interest. We're going to try to do this every quarter, so get ready for the first book swap at the beginning of November. More information to follow soon!
Now on to the 'NEWS OF THE WEEK"!
I'll begin assessing for the end of first quarter on reading level, known high frequency words, a few math skills, spelling progress, and collect some writing samples. It will be very nice to meet with everyone in early November, to discuss our 'next steps' in your child's learning progress.
We had a lot of activity this past week. We enjoyed the Air Force Services/USO production of "SESAME STREET LIVE", had Dr. Walker and Mr. Albrecht(District Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent) make a personal visit to our classroom. Even Mrs. Hiyama, our principal, stopped by to speak with a small group about all the things they're doing, learning and how our classroom 'works'.
Special Annoucement:
We're looking forward to our 2nd class celebration on Friday, 30 October at 11:55-12:40 a.m. in our classroom. We don't have much time, but it will be fun and festive. Our Fall Festival will include treats and a game celebrating the season of fall time. Parents, you're welcome to send in a treat on Friday morning with apple, pumpkin or fall-themed items. We'll decorate a special bag, enjoy some at school and take the rest home. Remember, NO NUTS or NUT-Based Products FOR OUR CLASS DUE TO ALLERGIES. Yes, sweets & candy are accepted! Other ideas: stickers, a coloring page for everyone, or something else clever and creative. If you're not able to share this time, just wait for the winter, or spring occasions! Involve your child in this! We have 18 students and one tall teacher :o)
Thank you for all your support!
Mrs. Petty
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Activities of the Week:
We're collecting 142 ounce empty detergent boxes with the plastic handles. We need 20 of these, so let your friends know, too! I have the first one saved. We'll use these for our "READ TO SELF" part of our Language Arts Block. Thank-you!
Wednesday, 14th: Individual Pictures 12: 15 p.m. Please send in picture money NLT Wednesday Morning. Thank you!
Thursday, 15th: Scholastic Book Orders Due. Please package money in a labeled envelope with completed book order forms. Return earlier than Thursday, if possible.
Every Day: Complete homework daily, collect BOX TOPS 4 EDUCATION, and read those little books!!
AND..........Begin gathering up those 'older' well-loved books for our 1st classroom book swap. We'll make a display of everyone's donations and your child can exchange their books, for other books of interest. We're going to try to do this every quarter, so get ready for the first book swap at the beginning of November. More information to follow soon!
Now on to the 'NEWS OF THE WEEK"!
I'll begin assessing for the end of first quarter on reading level, known high frequency words, a few math skills, spelling progress, and collect some writing samples. It will be very nice to meet with everyone in early November, to discuss our 'next steps' in your child's learning progress.
We had a lot of activity this past week. We enjoyed the Air Force Services/USO production of "SESAME STREET LIVE", had Dr. Walker and Mr. Albrecht(District Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent) make a personal visit to our classroom. Even Mrs. Hiyama, our principal, stopped by to speak with a small group about all the things they're doing, learning and how our classroom 'works'.
Special Annoucement:
We're looking forward to our 2nd class celebration on Friday, 30 October at 11:55-12:40 a.m. in our classroom. We don't have much time, but it will be fun and festive. Our Fall Festival will include treats and a game celebrating the season of fall time. Parents, you're welcome to send in a treat on Friday morning with apple, pumpkin or fall-themed items. We'll decorate a special bag, enjoy some at school and take the rest home. Remember, NO NUTS or NUT-Based Products FOR OUR CLASS DUE TO ALLERGIES. Yes, sweets & candy are accepted! Other ideas: stickers, a coloring page for everyone, or something else clever and creative. If you're not able to share this time, just wait for the winter, or spring occasions! Involve your child in this! We have 18 students and one tall teacher :o)
Thank you for all your support!
Mrs. Petty
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