Thursday, January 31, 2013

February 1 Newsletter


Mrs. Bali’s First Grade News
February 1, 2013

Review of our week:
         In math this week we have been working on adding 3 numbers and graphing.  We did a lot of fun activities for the 100th day of school.  In writing we have really been working on sentence structure. We have done some really fun writing activities.

Homework:
         After your child reads their take home book to you, have them retell you the story and ask them some questions.  This will really help with their comprehension.  I can’t stress enough to you, how important it is that your child is reading every night. It’s just like anything else, you have to practice to get better. I am very happy with the progress we have been making this year in reading. Thank you for taking the time to read with your child. 
I have attached another math homework sheet and a comprehension sheet.  I really need you to sit down and do this with your child.  As I checked the Sam story this week for comprehension I only had 3 students get the punctuation marks all correct.  I really need you to be helping your child with this.  If you have any questions, please let me know.

Book Orders:
         I am sending out the February book orders, so if you want books for Valentines they will be back. If you would like to order books they are due back by Tuesday, February 5th.  I will be doing it that morning.  If you have any questions just let me know.  If you would like to order online the code is L9GWX.  I just wanted to remind you, if you order online, you receive a $5 coupon to use on your next book order.

Lions Kite Flight for Reading & Sight:
         The Lion’s Club sponsors this reading program every year.  All your child has to do is their reading homework and keep track of the minutes.  For First grade they need to read 60 minutes a week, which is less than what their homework requires.  They need to keep track of their minutes on the sheet I am sending home and then on April 27 go to Cedar Middle School and turn their reading record in.  Your child will receive a kit and a chance to win some other cool prizes.  The Lion’s Club actually donates money to our school for every child who participates.  This is a really easy fundraiser for our school.  I really encourage you to help your child do this.   

Valentine’s Day:
         We will be exchanging Valentines in our class.  If your child would like to bring Valentine cards please make sure there is enough for each child in the class.  I have attached a list of all the students in our class to the email.  If you would like to send your child’s Valentines early I will just keep them in my office.  If you have any questions please let me know.

FYI’s:
* Keep saving your Box Tops.       

* Thanks for everything you do. I really want to thank all of you who come in and read in the mornings and those of you who do things at home. Thanks again for everything. 

* Please let me know if your child would like to participate in the Spelling Bee.

* If you would like to do a Family Fun Day, please look at the dates that are available and let me know which one you would like. 

Upcoming Events:
·      Friday, February 8 – Family Fun Day
·      Thursday, February 14 – Valentine’s Party 1:30
·      Friday, February 15 – Family Fun Day
·      Monday, February 18 – No School (President’s Day)
·      Friday, February 22 – Family Fun Day
·      Monday, February 25 – Spelling Bee 2:00
·      Friday, March 1 – Celebrate Amanda’s Birthday
·      March 4-8 – SEP Week (School gets out at 2:30)
·      Friday, March 8 – Celebrate Tyler’s Birthday
·      Monday, March 11 – Spring Pictures
·      Friday, March 15 – Family Fun Day
·      Friday, March 15 – End of 3rd Quarter
·      Monday, March 18 – Celebrate Rachel’s Birthday
·      Wednesday, March 20 – Kindergarten Registration
·      Friday, March 22 – Science Fair
·      Friday, March 22 – Family Fun Day
·      March 27-29 – No School (Spring Break)
·      Thursday, April 4 – Celebrate Dontay’s Birthday
·      Friday, April 5 – Family Fun Day
·      Friday, April 12 – Family Fun Day
·      Friday, April 19 – Celebrate Alex’s Birthday
·      Friday, April 19 – Family Fun Day
·      Monday, April 22 – Celebrate Jonas’ Birthday
·      Friday, April 26 – Family Fun Day

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