Week of August 26th

This week:
Sight Words:  the
Theme: Transportation
Story Element: Details
Comprehension Strategy:  Visualizing
Math:  Numbers to 5, Sorting
Writing: Names and alphabet
Phonics: Jj-Mm

Important August Dates:
August 26-30:  Book Fair
August 29:  Picture Day
August 29:  Ice Cream Social
September 11:  Jog-a-thon

Share Homework:
Several students did not bring their share homework last week.  Remember, this is a weekly part of homework that is due Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday.  The topic is different each week.  Please help your child get into the habit of consistently completing their homework.  When your child reaches first grade, they will have consequences for not completing their homework.  Thanks for your support.  The share homework topic can be found by clicking on the homework tab.  If you are on your mobile phone, you need to scroll all the way down to the bottom of this page and click on 'web version' in order to access the tabs on the website.  Please contact me if you are having trouble finding the homework.  

Book Fair:
The Book Fair is happening this week at Cram.  You can take your kiddo to visit the book fair or you can send money in a sealed envelope labeled with your child's name to school on Wednesday and I will take them at 1:00 on Wednesday afternoon.  Please understand that I do not plan to take them again after our Wednesday slot.  If you send money on Thursday or Friday, I will not be taking classtime to go back to the Book Fair.  You may send your child's envelope Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday and I will hold onto it until we go.  Keep in mind, there are toys and trinkets for sale at the book fair.  If you only want your child to purchase books, please label the envelope 'BOOKS ONLY' and we will be sure they do not purchase trinkets and toys with their money.  Any questions, please message me.  

Ice Cream Social:
This will take place in the MPR Thursday evening at 5:00.  The book fair will be open at this time if you prefer to shop with your child.  Unfortunately I can not make it to this event because my boys have cross country practice and pick up is at 5.  

Jog-a-thon:
Our annual jog-a-thon will take place September 11.  This is a fun event that helps raise money for our classroom.  As I mentioned at orientation, the funds I receive for supplies and materials is quite limited.  The jog-a-thon allows the kiddos to help raise extra money for our classroom by asking friends and family for donations.  I will be sending the paperwork home this week and hopefully your child can be a part of helping to raise extra money for our classroom!  I definitely appreciate your support!

Homework:
Please click on the Homework tab to see this week's homework 

Spirit Days:
As a staff, we have decided to change our spirit days.
Wednesday will be Cram Spirit Day  (wear a Cram shirt or red/black)
Friday will be University Day (wear SDSU shirt or SDSU colors black and red)

  

Week of August 19-23

This week:
Sight Words:  like
Theme: Friendship
Story Element: characters, problem, solution
Comprehension Strategy:  Making Connections
Math:  Numbers to 5
Writing: Names and alphabet
Phonics: E-I

Important August Dates:
August 20:  Dine Out at Panda Express
August 26-30:  Book Fair
August 29:  Ice Cream Social

Homework:
Please click on the Homework tab to see this week's homework 


Spirit Days:
As a staff, we have decided to change our spirit days.
Wednesday will be Cram Spirit Day  (wear a Cram shirt or red/black)
Friday will be University Day (wear SDSU shirt or SDSU colors black and red)

Paperwork:
If you have not yet returned your child's e-card, Acceptable Use Policy Form, or other important papers that came in your kiddos orientation packet, please do so ASAP.  These are required.  The Acceptable Use Policy Form allows your child to use the classroom laptops and this will be a regular routine for us.  I can not let them use the computers without this signed form.  

Sight Words:
Just to clarify, a red Sight Word book was in your child's orientation packet.  Please begin practicing List 1.  You will notice there is a front and back side to each list.  Once your child can successfully read both sides of the list 1, place the red book in your child's Red Folder and I will test them on List 1.  I do not test the words in order from top to bottom to prevent memorization of lists so it would be helpful if you skipped around on the list to ensure your child KNOWS the words.  There is no time frame on this.  Please practice daily as needed.  The students will be at different levels here.  I'm looking to see progress throughout the year.  Please feel free to ask me any questions if you are not sure.  

Week of August 12-16

This week:
Sight Words:  I, see
Theme: Sharing
Story Element: characters
Comprehension Strategy:  Making Connections
Math:  Numbers to 5
Writing: 
Phonics: A-E

Important August Dates:
August 14:  Minimum Day
August 20:  Dine Out at Panda Express
August 26-30:  Book Fair
August 29:  Ice Cream Social

First Week:
We had a great first week together!  The students did a great job and are beginning to learn routines.  I will continue to provide support in the mornings helping students learn how to unpack their backpacks as well remain consistent with routines I have set in place throughout the day.  It won't be long before they begin to be more and more independent.  You can support this at home by giving your child 1-2 step directions and expecting them to follow through with them independently.  For example, ask them to put their shoes in their closet and then brush their teeth.  I am really enjoying getting to know each of them and I can tell it is a great group this year!   
Scholastic Book Orders: 
 Book orders can easily be place online by clicking on the Scholastic tab here on the blog.
Homework:
Please click on the Homework tab to see this week's homework 

Paperwork:
If you have not yet returned your child's e-card, Acceptable Use Policy Form, or other important papers that came in your kiddos orientation packet, please do so ASAP.  These are required.  The Acceptable Use Policy Form allows your child to use the classroom laptops and this will be a regular routine for us.  I can not let them use the computers without this signed form.  

Sight Words:
Just to clarify, a red Sight Word book was in your child's orientation packet.  Please begin practicing List 1.  You will notice there is a front and back side to each list.  Once your child can successfully read both sides of the list 1, place the red book in your child's Red Folder and I will test them on List 1.  I do not test the words in order from top to bottom to prevent memorization of lists so it would be helpful if you skipped around on the list to ensure your child KNOWS the words.  There is no time frame on this.  Please practice daily as needed.  The students will be at different levels here.  I'm looking to see progress throughout the year.  Please feel free to ask me any questions if you are not sure.  

Welcome

Hello everyone!  I am looking forward to a fantastic year!  I'm glad you found our classroom website!  Feel free to browse the tabs and see what new information you find.  There's no need to browse previous posts because those don't pertain to this year's class. I know we are going to have a great first week together!  Don't forget to sign up for Bloomz!