Week of September 16th

This week:
Sight Words:  we
Theme: Apples/Seaasons
Story Element: Non Fiction
Comprehension Strategy:  Connections and Inferring
Math:   Patterning and numbers 6-10
Writing: Names and alphabet
Phonics: Ww-Zz

Important September Dates
September 23:  Fall Fundraiser Begins
September 26:  Apple Pie Day
   

Jog-a-thon:
Thank you to everyone who supported this event and collected or sent donations.  I will be awarding the prizes over the next couple of weeks!  I can't thank you enough for all your generosity!  

Jog-a-thon Prizes:
Students who raise:
$10- Earn an extra recess
$20- Earn a candy and a pencil
$30- Earn a free kids meal from Chilis
$40- Earn a popsicle party
$50- Earn a pizza party
$60- Earn a free book
Most money raised will win a mystery prize worth $10.  

Garden Works Field Trip:
We will be taking our first field trip on October 22nd.  Stay tuned for info to come home very soon!

Picture Proofs:
If your child was here for picture day, pictutre proofs will be coming home on Monday.  Please check your child's backpack for this.  


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 September 9-13

This week:
Sight Words:  can
Theme: Apples/Seaasons
Story Element: Non Fiction
Comprehension Strategy:  Connections and Inferring
Math:   Sorting, practicing writing numbers to 5
Writing: Names and alphabet
Phonics: Ss-Ww

Important September Dates
September 11:  Jog-a-thon/Minimum Day
September 23:  Fall Fundraiser Begins
September 26:  Apple Pie Day

Apple Sauce:
The kiddos had fun making applesauce!  Its always funny to see how some of the kiddos LOVE the applesauce and can't get enough of it and others want nothing to do with it.  I got each of them to at least try it.

Creation Lab:
The kiddos got a chance to visit our new creation lab this week and learn the expectations of the lab.  They will begin hands on learning this week on Thursday when they practice engineering and creating different things.  I'll keep you posted as to how it goes.  Should be a lot of fun!

Share Homework:
Thank you for helping your child complete their share homework this week.  Please encourage your child to use the sight words we've been learning and to draw a colorful picture to go with it.  Please see next week's share topic by clicking on the Homework tab.    

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!

Jog-a-thon Prizes:
I thought it would be fun to include some prizes for the students who participated in the jog-a-thon.  These prizes are cumulative, so your child can earn as many as they can.  Please do not feel that donations are mandatory for the jog-a-thon.  Your child will still participate in the jo-a-thon regardless of donations.  The prizes will be for the students who raise donations.
Students who raise:
$10- Earn an extra recess
$20- Earn a candy and a pencil
$30- Earn a free kids meal from Chilis
$40- Earn a popsicle party
$50- Earn a pizza party
$60- Earn a free book
Most money raised will win a mystery prize worth $10.  

Thanks for your support with this fundraiser.  This is the only fundraiser we do whose money goes directly to our classroom this year.  Remember, prizes are cumulative. If collecting donations from family and friends, I recommend just collecting flat donations.  Please send any collected donations on or before September 11th.  All money is deposited to the district office and will not be held by me.  

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 September 2-6

This week:
Sight Words:  and
Theme: Apples
Story Element: N/A
Comprehension Strategy:  Connections and Inferring
Math:   Sorting, practicing writing numbers to 5
Writing: Names and alphabet
Phonics: Oo-Rr

Important September Dates
September 5:  Make Applesauce 
September 11:  Jog-a-thon/Minimum Day
September 23:  Fall Fundraiser Begins
September 26:  Apple Pie Day

Apple Sauce:
I am sending out a small sign up sheet via Bloomz for a few items we will need to make out apple sauce.  If you signed up to donate any items, please send them to me by Wednesday.  

Share Homework:
Thank you for helping your child complete their share homework this week.  Please encourage your child to use the sight words we've been learning and to draw a colorful picture to go with it.  Please see next week's share topic by clicking on the Homework tab.    

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!

Jog-a-thon Prizes:
I thought it would be fun to include some prizes for the students who participated in the jog-a-thon.  These prizes are cumulative, so your child can earn as many as they can.  Please do not feel that donations are mandatory for the jog-a-thon.  Your child will still participate in the jo-a-thon regardless of donations.  The prizes will be for the students who raise donations.
Students who raise:
$10- Earn an extra recess
$20- Earn a candy and a pencil
$30- Earn a free kids meal from Chilis
$40- Earn a popsicle party
$50- Earn a pizza party
$60- Earn a free book
Most money raised will win a mystery prize worth $10.  

Thanks for your support with this fundraiser.  This is the only fundraiser we do whose money goes directly to our classroom this year.  Remember, prizes are cumulative. If collecting donations from family and friends, I recommend just collecting flat donations.  Please send any collected donations on or before September 11th.  All money is deposited to the district office and will not be held by me.  

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 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!