Classroom Newsletter
Welcome to Mrs. Deci’s Kindergarten September 2, 2014
Greetings Kindergarten Families!
SAVE THE DATE
This newsletter will be sent home weekly. It will outline classroom news, special assignments, and upcoming school events. Please read carefully to find out about what is happening this week in room 3.
September 10 – Open House – 6-7
THE FIRST DAY: Today was very busy! Some of the highlights included singing songs, touring the building, playing on the playground, and meeting new friends! We read Pete the Cat, and discussed our hopes and dreams (goals) for kindergarten. THIS WEEK: We will focus on daily routines and procedures. We will discuss why we come to school, and what our “hopes and dreams” are for the year. Next, we will develop a list of class rules that will help each child achieve their goal. A list of classroom expectations will be sent home next week.
Language Arts: Students will: • Listen to and talk about a read aloud. • Discuss the characters and setting of a story. • Dictate what they want to learn in kindergarten.
Math: Students will: • Explore length • Listen and count to 10 • Count backwards from 5 • Explore pattern blocks.
Please complete and return all forms in the beginning of the year packet as soon as possible. Forms can be returned in your child’s folder and they will be sent to the office. If you plan to volunteer at school and/or attend field trips, please make sure you have completed the volunteer form. Additional forms can be sent home upon request.
Social Studies: The student will: Talk about the importance of being safe, kind, and responsible at school.
Oct 30 Nov 4 Fall FestivalTeacher Day
IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS:
Dec 1 PTA
Jan 1 New Year
Feb 2 No School
DONATIONS: If you would like to donate items to our classroom, I have listed a few supplies that we use regularly. I appreciate your help and For your Sept 1 support.
Calendar o o o o
Labor Day
Glue Sticks Disinfecting wipes Hand Sanitizer Tissues
SHARING TOPICS:
Everyday during Morning Meeting your child will have the opportunity to share. This week our sharing topics will include: o Favorite Color o Favorite Food o Favorite Activity o Favorite Animal Take a minute to discuss these things with your child. This will help them prepare for sharing this week.
KINDERGARTEN: This is going to be a great year! Please read our newsletter weekly to stay informed with what is happening at Dike-Newell and in room 3! You can also visit our class blog to see pictures and read about special events at school.
HAVE A GREAT WEEK!
QUOTE OF THE MONTH: “You're off to Great Places! Today is your day! Your mountain is waiting, So... get on your way!” ― Dr. Seuss, Oh, the Places You'll Go! CONTACT MRS. DECI: Please don’t hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns at: Phone: 443-8285
E-mail:
[email protected]
Blog: http:// mrsdeciskindergarten.blogspot. com/
