August 29 - Sept. 2

 This past week was one of many firsts!  The class has settled so well into our routines and rules. Here are a few firsts that we enjoyed.
 * Journals -  I look forward to Journal Writing with     them throughout the year! 
* Book Boxes -These will hold various books (stoybooks, phonetic & leveled readers, class books)
* Cooking Experience.  The "ocean water & fish" were delicious! Ask your child for the recipe!


Next Week:
-Language Skills:
 *High Frequency Words: I, see
 *Language/Writing Skills: singular and plural words
 *Phonics Focus: /r/
 *Comprehension skill focus: Sequence of events
 *Reading Rotation Stations
-Handwriting Skills Letters: Ii, Oo, Aa, Dd
-Math: Complete Topic 2: Position and Location; Topic   
           3: Patterns; Math Rotation Stations  
-Bible: Adam and Eve; Memory Verse: "We must obey 
            God." Acts 5:29


  Dates to remember:
    Weds. Aug. 31 - Individual Pictures
    Friday Sept. 2nd -Bring your favorite fruit for our
                                Friendship Fruit Salad
    Monday Sept. 5th - Labor Day Holiday
  Hope you have an enjoyable weekend!                                  

Mrs. Hallford's Updates - August 22nd - 26th

Language Arts Skills: High Frequency Words: I, see Language/Writing Skills: Using exact words, using a capital letter to begin a sentence Phonics focus: /m/ Handwriting Skills: Vertical line letters Ll, Ii, Tt   *We are working on the "expert" grip. Math: Position and Location (inside, outside, over, under, on, top, middle, bottom, before, after, left, and right) Social Science: School Routines and Manners Bible: God Cares for His Creation; verse focus: “All things were made by God.” John 1:3   We had such a fantastic week.  What a delight it is to teach this class.  They continue to learn the rules and routines.  We are learning  when to be in the "quiet zone" and when to talk or participate in a group discussion.  I am so proud of the nice manners and kind words that are being used to encourage each other.   The children have worked well in large and small group activities.   They are participating in rotation stations during Reading. We are all  practicing self control and patience.   Ask your child about our paintings! A few reminders: * Please send a light sweater or jacket for your child to keep at school (label all personal items). *Please review the blue folder daily. Keep all papers except the ones    labeled return.  Encourage your child to "help" by being responsible for the folder.  They love being helpful and independence is encouraged. *Send blue folders and a healthy snack daily. I hope you have a wonderful weekend!

A Day in Mrs. Hallford's Class

Fantastic First Day!

What a fantastic first day we had!  We are meeting new friends and learning new routines. Tomorrow, we will begin our regular schedule.  We are excited about eating in the lunchroom and going to our 1st Spanish class.  For the next few days, I will be introducing Reading, Math, Handwriting, and Bible.

What a blessing it is to have each child in my class.  It is no accident that we are together for this special year.  Thank you for your prayers and support.  Contact me if you have any problems or concerns.

Please note the following:

-Your child may need to bring a sweater or light jacket to keep 

  at school or in his/her backpack.  At times, our room may be

  chilly.  

 - Remember to write a name in all personal items. 

 -School begins at 8:00 a.m.  The Kindergarten doors open at 

  7:30 with a teacher supervising, if you need to bring your child 

  earlier.

 - Send a simple, healthy snack each day.  We eat 

  lunch around 10:40 so a low sugar snack for the 

  afternoon is important.  Cold water bottles will be available.

  A few ideas are: p.b crackers, cheese cubes, fresh fruit,

                              pretzels, nuts, trail mix, etc.

   I look forward to seeing your child tomorrow!

       

Thank you,

Wendy Hallford

P.S. Ask your child about our class pet, Scruffy!!