Friday, September 26, 2014

September 26 Newsletter


Mrs. Bali’s First Grade News
September 26, 2014

Review of our Week:
         We finished our alphabet review this week.  We have also started some new things and they are going well. We started Phonics and are still practicing Daily 5.  In math we have been working on taking apart, taking from and subtraction in story problems.  We wrote about what we want to be when we grow up, I will share those with you next week.  We have also been practicing syllables and rhyming words. 

Homework:
         It is very important that your child is doing their reading for 20 minutes every night. I really need you taking the time to listen to your child read.  I have several who will be ready to move up a level with in the next couple of weeks.  I can tell they are reading at home.  As I start reading with each child next week, I will be able to see who else is ready to move.

Book Order:
         I am sending home the October book orders.  If you would like to order books they need to be turned in by Thursday, October 2. Remember, you can also order online.  If you would like to order online, just click the link at the bottom of my emails.

Spelling Words:
         I have included our first list of spelling words.   We have 5 regular spelling words and also a word family.  We will practice these 5 words and all the words that will go in the word family every week in class.  A couple of years ago, I decided to add some challenge words.  We will not practice the challenge words at school.  Your child can practice them at home and they will get extra points on their spelling test (which will be on Fridays) if they are able to spell them correctly.  I really encourage you help your child learn at least one of the challenge words.  There will be 4 challenge words every week.  If you have any questions please let me know.  There will also be a list on the blog if you need it.

FYI’s:
* I just wanted to thank you all for sending the snacks when your    child was the leader. Please make sure your child is getting a good breakfast.

         * Remember to keep saving those Box Tops.

* When it starts to get cold outside, please make sure your child  is bringing a coat or a jacket everyday.
        
         * SEP’s are next week, please remember when your appointment               is.  Also, school gets out at 2:30 everyday (even on                                    Wednesday).

Upcoming Events:
·      September 29-October 3 – SEP Week (School gets out at 2:30 everyday.)
·      Thursday, October 9 – Pictures Retakes
·      Wednesday, October 15 – End of 1st Quarter
·      October 16-17 – No School (Fall Recess)
·      Monday, October 20 – No School (Harvest Recess)
·      October 21-22 – No School (Professional Development            for Teachers.)
·      Thursday, October 23 – Celebrate Adele’s Birthday
·      Friday, October 24 – Celebrate Casey’s Birthday
·      Friday, October 24 – Family Fun Day (Price Family)
·      Wednesday, October 29 – Reflections Due
·      Friday, October 31 – Halloween Party
·      Friday, November 7 – Family Fun Day

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