We have had a very busy week in 1st and 2nd grade. We have introduced and practice many of the routines that will be used all year long. The students also received their first set of words for their sight word spelling rings. These sight words are practiced each morning upon arrival. We do this for ten minutes prior to morning meeting. Each kid will work at their own pace and are tested on them every two weeks. When they demonstrate mastery, they get new words added to their rings. If your child arrives on time each day, they will have the opportunity for 50 minutes of practice a week. Yesterday was picture day (I wished I would have remembered that when getting dressed). The students looked great and we even took a picture day selfie.
Notes:*We will have an all school hike on Monday, September 25. We will be leaving around 8:00. Please make sure your child has appropriate attire, a snack, and a water bottle. They should also have a backpack to carry their items in.
*I will be out of the building on Thursday of next week. A few years ago, I was appointed to the Vermont Standards Board for Professional Educators. We meet once a month and this is our 1st meeting this academic year.
*Your child does not have their Weekly News in their bags today. I needed to wrap up a few things this afternoon and decided to put this off until next week.
Have a great weekend.Peace,
Tommy
