On Friday, we watched the 4th-6th grade students perform "Bebop with Aesop". The 4th -6th graders had auditioned for the Venture Theatre and were selected to perform the play. The students had been practicing for 2 weeks to bring this play to life. It was a wonderful performance and I think the kindergarteners loved watching it. They seemed to enjoy it very much. For the rest of the afternoon, the kids continued discussing the play. So I think it made an impression on them.
It's wonderful to bring different art mediums to the children. They enjoy watching performances and learning. I love watching their faces as they experience new things.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
January 26-30, 2009
HIGHLIGHTS
This week, we'll be discussing communities again, but we will be talking about the community helpers that work in our community. While discussing community helpers, we can talk about what we might like to be when we grown up. In math, we will be reviewing all numbers up to 25. Keep working on number recognition, especially out of order – add number up to 25. The letters we're working on this week are L, M, N, R, & S. We are reading everyday in groups, so keep working with your child at home – either you read or let your child read to you. You can also take turns reading. Let your child read the words he/she recognizes and you can read the rest. It's a wonderful way to practice together.
More news
I now have a blog at dmccrohan.blogspot.com. Please visit the blog and read what is going on in the classroom. I've actually got it updated!
Remember to be reading each night. I would like for you to read to your child, at least, 18 nights this month.
Our gym day is Thursday, please remember to wear gym shoes.
Thursday, January 29, Early out. Dismiss at 12:00.
Our library day is Friday. Please be sure your child returns their book!
Reading Tip of the Week...
Reading aloud to children improves their reading fluency. Do it everyday!
REMINDER!!!!!!!
With the cold weather and windy days, we still go outside. I have seen many kids, not necessarily from my class, wearing no coats or mittens. Their little hands were raw and red and they were freezing. I just want to remind you to send coats and gloves and anything else you want you're child to wear. I'll make sure they have it on, if they have it. I hate to see any of my babies freezing. If you need one of the weather sheets the kindergarten teachers sent out, just let me know and I'll send it home.
January Book-It Calendars
I'm sending out the January Book-it calendars. Try to read 18 nights this month for 20 minutes a night. The calendars are due by January 31 or February 2.
Upcoming Dates – Mark your calendars!!!
Feb. 9 – Spring Picture Day – class pictures and individual pictures
Feb. 20 – Winter Carnival – tentative date
Feb. 27 – Early out. Students dismiss at 12:00
March 2-6 – Spring Break, No School
This week, we'll be discussing communities again, but we will be talking about the community helpers that work in our community. While discussing community helpers, we can talk about what we might like to be when we grown up. In math, we will be reviewing all numbers up to 25. Keep working on number recognition, especially out of order – add number up to 25. The letters we're working on this week are L, M, N, R, & S. We are reading everyday in groups, so keep working with your child at home – either you read or let your child read to you. You can also take turns reading. Let your child read the words he/she recognizes and you can read the rest. It's a wonderful way to practice together.
More news
I now have a blog at dmccrohan.blogspot.com. Please visit the blog and read what is going on in the classroom. I've actually got it updated!
Remember to be reading each night. I would like for you to read to your child, at least, 18 nights this month.
Our gym day is Thursday, please remember to wear gym shoes.
Thursday, January 29, Early out. Dismiss at 12:00.
Our library day is Friday. Please be sure your child returns their book!
Reading Tip of the Week...
Reading aloud to children improves their reading fluency. Do it everyday!
REMINDER!!!!!!!
With the cold weather and windy days, we still go outside. I have seen many kids, not necessarily from my class, wearing no coats or mittens. Their little hands were raw and red and they were freezing. I just want to remind you to send coats and gloves and anything else you want you're child to wear. I'll make sure they have it on, if they have it. I hate to see any of my babies freezing. If you need one of the weather sheets the kindergarten teachers sent out, just let me know and I'll send it home.
January Book-It Calendars
I'm sending out the January Book-it calendars. Try to read 18 nights this month for 20 minutes a night. The calendars are due by January 31 or February 2.
Upcoming Dates – Mark your calendars!!!
Feb. 9 – Spring Picture Day – class pictures and individual pictures
Feb. 20 – Winter Carnival – tentative date
Feb. 27 – Early out. Students dismiss at 12:00
March 2-6 – Spring Break, No School
Monday, January 19, 2009
Fun Library Activity
On Friday, Jan. 16, the kids had a great time in library. Besides the fun of checking out great books, Mrs. Weiss showed the kids an online video of a cute way to put on their coats. The website where Mes. Weiss got this video was www.crawfordthecat.com. This website has many cute videos and activities for the kids, if you get a chance to visit it.
January 19-23, 2009
HIGHLIGHTS
This week, we'll be discussing communities. In particular, Billings. Billings has so many wonderful natural and historic sites. I'm going to try to show the kids some of the sites thru pictures since we can't go on a field trip. I think they will enjoy learning about their town. In math, we will be working on numbers 23 & 24. Keep working on number recognition, especially out of order – add number up to 24. The letters we're working on this week are T, V, Z, & V.
I now have a blog at dmccrohan.blogspot.com. Please visit the blog and read what is going on in the classroom. I've actually got it updated!
Remember to be reading each night. I would like for you to read to your child, at least, 18 nights this month.
Our gym day is Thursday, please remember to wear gym shoes.
Our library day is Friday. Please be sure your child returns their book!
Report cards will be going out on Friday. Please check backpacks for them. Sign the envelope and return it to me as soon as possible.
Reading Tip of the Week...
Not all reading takes place between the covers of a book. What about menus, road signs, food labels, and sheet music? Take advantage of countless spur-of-the-moment opportunities for reading during the course of your family's busy day.
Homework Alert!
Homework nights went well last. Thank you for the comments that you wrote and the time you invested with your child. Establishing homework routines now will create wonderful study habits for the future.
2nd Quarter Report Cards
Report cards this quarter come home to via your child. We don't have formal conferences for 2nd quarter. Please know that if you have questions or concerns, you may call me so we can schedule a conference. You do not have to wait till 3rd quarter to ask any questions you may have. You can call me at 255-3825.
REMINDER!!!!!!!
With the cold weather and windy days, we still go outside. I have seen many kids, not necessarily from my class, wearing no coats or mittens. Their little hands were raw and red and they were freezing. I just want to remind you to send coats and gloves and anything else you want you're child to wear. I'll make sure they have it on, if they have it. I hate to see any of my babies freezing. If you need one of the weather sheets the kindergarten teachers sent out, just let me know and I'll send it home.
January Book-It Calendars
I'm sending out the January Book-it calendars. Try to read 18 nights this month for 20 minutes a night. The calendars are due by January 31 or February 2.
A Big Thank You!!!!!!
Thank you to everyone who has sent crayons, glue, pencils, school boxes, and treasure box prizes. This helps us out a great deal. Our supplies make our days run smoother and easier. The treasure box prizes help with behavior, the kids want to go to the prize box and they work harder with the behavior. Thank you for all your help everyday. You make my job so much easier!!!!
This week, we'll be discussing communities. In particular, Billings. Billings has so many wonderful natural and historic sites. I'm going to try to show the kids some of the sites thru pictures since we can't go on a field trip. I think they will enjoy learning about their town. In math, we will be working on numbers 23 & 24. Keep working on number recognition, especially out of order – add number up to 24. The letters we're working on this week are T, V, Z, & V.
I now have a blog at dmccrohan.blogspot.com. Please visit the blog and read what is going on in the classroom. I've actually got it updated!
Remember to be reading each night. I would like for you to read to your child, at least, 18 nights this month.
Our gym day is Thursday, please remember to wear gym shoes.
Our library day is Friday. Please be sure your child returns their book!
Report cards will be going out on Friday. Please check backpacks for them. Sign the envelope and return it to me as soon as possible.
Reading Tip of the Week...
Not all reading takes place between the covers of a book. What about menus, road signs, food labels, and sheet music? Take advantage of countless spur-of-the-moment opportunities for reading during the course of your family's busy day.
Homework Alert!
Homework nights went well last. Thank you for the comments that you wrote and the time you invested with your child. Establishing homework routines now will create wonderful study habits for the future.
2nd Quarter Report Cards
Report cards this quarter come home to via your child. We don't have formal conferences for 2nd quarter. Please know that if you have questions or concerns, you may call me so we can schedule a conference. You do not have to wait till 3rd quarter to ask any questions you may have. You can call me at 255-3825.
REMINDER!!!!!!!
With the cold weather and windy days, we still go outside. I have seen many kids, not necessarily from my class, wearing no coats or mittens. Their little hands were raw and red and they were freezing. I just want to remind you to send coats and gloves and anything else you want you're child to wear. I'll make sure they have it on, if they have it. I hate to see any of my babies freezing. If you need one of the weather sheets the kindergarten teachers sent out, just let me know and I'll send it home.
January Book-It Calendars
I'm sending out the January Book-it calendars. Try to read 18 nights this month for 20 minutes a night. The calendars are due by January 31 or February 2.
A Big Thank You!!!!!!
Thank you to everyone who has sent crayons, glue, pencils, school boxes, and treasure box prizes. This helps us out a great deal. Our supplies make our days run smoother and easier. The treasure box prizes help with behavior, the kids want to go to the prize box and they work harder with the behavior. Thank you for all your help everyday. You make my job so much easier!!!!
Sunday, January 11, 2009
January 12-16, 2009 Newsletter
January 12-16, 2009
Weekly Class News
From the kindergarten classroom of Mrs. McCrohan
HIGHLIGHTS
This week, we'll be discussing winter. In math, we will be working on numbers 21 & 22. Keep working on number recognition, especially out of order – add number up to 22. The letters we're working on this week are B, D, J, K and P. We have a rather quiet week. I'm just testing the little ones for report cards, which will be out soon. So far with what I've tested, they are doing wonderful. Right on track for 1st grade. Keep up the hard work at home, don't let up! We still have 5 months to go!
I now have a blog at dmccrohan.blogspot.com. Please visit the blog and read what is going on in the classroom. I've actually got it updated!
Remember to be reading each night. I would like for you to read to your child, at least, 18 nights this month.
Our gym day is Thursday, please remember to wear gym shoes.
Our library day is Friday. Please be sure your child returns their book!
Homework Alert!
Homework begins tonight. The yellow folder will be in your child's backpack. Tonight's homework is reading. Your child should be able to easily read the book they are bringing home. I have a place on the back of the book for you to sign that your child read the book. Please send the folder, the book, and the assignment sheet back to school tomorrow. The assignment sheet is available for you to write any concerns or comments on for me to look at. Again, the homework should take NO longer than 10 minutes. If it does for some reason, please let me know so I can find out what the problem is.
Handwriting homework will come home on Tuesday, and Math will come home on Wednesday. Please follow the same instructions as Monday's homework.
REMINDER!!!!!!!
With the cold weather and windy days, we still go outside. I have seen many kids, not necessarily from my class, wearing no coats or mittens. Their little hands were raw and red and they were freezing. I just want to remind you to send coats and gloves and anything else you want you're child to wear. I'll make sure they have it on, if they have it. I hate to see any of my babies freezing. If you need one of the weather sheets the kindergarten teachers sent out, just let me know and I'll send it home.
January Book-It Calendars
I'm sending out the January Book-it calendars. Try to read 18 nights this month for 20 minutes a night. The calendars are due by January 31 or February 2.
A Big Thank You!!!!!!
Thank you to everyone who has sent crayons, glue, pencils, school boxes, and treasure box prizes. This helps us out a great deal. Our supplies make our days run smoother and easier. The treasure box prizes help with behavior, the kids want to go to the prize box and they work harder with the behavior. Thank you for all your help everyday. You make my job so much easier!!!!
Weekly Class News
From the kindergarten classroom of Mrs. McCrohan
HIGHLIGHTS
This week, we'll be discussing winter. In math, we will be working on numbers 21 & 22. Keep working on number recognition, especially out of order – add number up to 22. The letters we're working on this week are B, D, J, K and P. We have a rather quiet week. I'm just testing the little ones for report cards, which will be out soon. So far with what I've tested, they are doing wonderful. Right on track for 1st grade. Keep up the hard work at home, don't let up! We still have 5 months to go!
I now have a blog at dmccrohan.blogspot.com. Please visit the blog and read what is going on in the classroom. I've actually got it updated!
Remember to be reading each night. I would like for you to read to your child, at least, 18 nights this month.
Our gym day is Thursday, please remember to wear gym shoes.
Our library day is Friday. Please be sure your child returns their book!
Homework Alert!
Homework begins tonight. The yellow folder will be in your child's backpack. Tonight's homework is reading. Your child should be able to easily read the book they are bringing home. I have a place on the back of the book for you to sign that your child read the book. Please send the folder, the book, and the assignment sheet back to school tomorrow. The assignment sheet is available for you to write any concerns or comments on for me to look at. Again, the homework should take NO longer than 10 minutes. If it does for some reason, please let me know so I can find out what the problem is.
Handwriting homework will come home on Tuesday, and Math will come home on Wednesday. Please follow the same instructions as Monday's homework.
REMINDER!!!!!!!
With the cold weather and windy days, we still go outside. I have seen many kids, not necessarily from my class, wearing no coats or mittens. Their little hands were raw and red and they were freezing. I just want to remind you to send coats and gloves and anything else you want you're child to wear. I'll make sure they have it on, if they have it. I hate to see any of my babies freezing. If you need one of the weather sheets the kindergarten teachers sent out, just let me know and I'll send it home.
January Book-It Calendars
I'm sending out the January Book-it calendars. Try to read 18 nights this month for 20 minutes a night. The calendars are due by January 31 or February 2.
A Big Thank You!!!!!!
Thank you to everyone who has sent crayons, glue, pencils, school boxes, and treasure box prizes. This helps us out a great deal. Our supplies make our days run smoother and easier. The treasure box prizes help with behavior, the kids want to go to the prize box and they work harder with the behavior. Thank you for all your help everyday. You make my job so much easier!!!!
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
January 5-9, 2009 Newsletter
January 5-9, 2009
Weekly Class News
From the kindergarten classroom of Mrs. McCrohan
HIGHLIGHTS
Happy New Year! This week in math, we will be working on reviewing all numbers up to 20. Keep working on number recognition, especially out of order. We're also working on counting by 5's. The letters we're working on this week are C, G, W, Y and Z. This week, we'll be learning about Polar Animals and the environment they live in. Book order is due on Friday, January 9, 2009.
More news
I now have a blog at dmccrohan.blogspot.com. Please visit the blog and read what is going on in the classroom. I've actually got it updated!
Remember to be reading each night. I would like for you to read to your child, at least, 18 nights this month.
Our gym day is Thursday, please remember to wear gym shoes.
Our library day is Friday. Please be sure your child returns their book!
I will have a substitute on Friday, January 9, 2009. I will be gone to a teacher seminar.
My treasure box is running low on goodies. If you would be so kind to send little toys for me to replenish the box, I would appreciate it. The Dollar Tree is a wonderful place to get goodies.
Homework Alert!
We are beginning our 3rd Quarter soon. Only 5 months until 1st grade – time is flying by. With the new semester beginning, I will send home homework, to be returned the next day. Monday night will be reading, Tuesday will be handwriting, and Wednesday will be math. None of the work should take more than 10 minutes to complete each night. If it does take longer, please let me know.
Your child will bring home a yellow homework folder on each homework night. Their homework and an assignment sheet will be included in the folder. I will leave a spot on the assignment sheet for you to write any comments or concerns about the homework. Please sign the assignment sheet that your child completed the homework and return the homework and folder. When your child returns the homework, they will earn a sticker. When their homework chart is full of stickers, they can make a trip to the treasure box.
Please help me get the kiddos ready for 1st grade and used to doing homework.
Helpful Hints
**If your child's red take-home folder is ripped or torn-up, please get another folder. Since we will be using these folders all year for sending home our daily work and communication between you and me, these are very necessary. Maybe you can find a folder that is plastic, those might hold up better.
REMINDER!!!!!!!
With the cold weather and windy days, we still go outside. I have seen many kids, not necessarily from my class, wearing no coats or mittens. Their little hands were raw and red and they were freezing. I just want to remind you to send coats and gloves and anything else you want you're child to wear. I'll make sure they have it on, if they have it. I hate to see any of my babies freezing. If you need one of the weather sheets the kindergarten teachers sent out, just let me know and I'll send it home.
January Book-It Calendars
I'm sending out the January Book-it calendars. Try to read 18 nights this month for 20 minutes a night. The calendars are due by January 31 or February 2.
School Boxes
Over the years, I've tried many different ways to handle the supplies issue in the classroom. We start out with community supplies, that works for a while, then the fighting starts. So, we progress to our own supplies, which we put in ziplock bags. Usually that works fine. But, I'm finding that the ziplock bags are not holding up the way I would like. Unfortunately, I only have 7 school boxes that I have collected over the years (from my children). If you could get a school box for your child by January, that would be wonderful. That will help us corral our supplies and keep it off the floor.
School Supplies Alert!!!
We are running out of glue sticks and glue bottles. We do a lot of work with glue and we're using up everything we have. If each child were to bring another 6 glue sticks and 1 bottle of Elmer's glue, that should last till the end of the year.
Also, our crayons are disappearing or breaking. If you could also send 1 more box of 24 crayons, we would all appreciate it. Keep your fingers crossed!!
Weekly Class News
From the kindergarten classroom of Mrs. McCrohan
HIGHLIGHTS
Happy New Year! This week in math, we will be working on reviewing all numbers up to 20. Keep working on number recognition, especially out of order. We're also working on counting by 5's. The letters we're working on this week are C, G, W, Y and Z. This week, we'll be learning about Polar Animals and the environment they live in. Book order is due on Friday, January 9, 2009.
More news
I now have a blog at dmccrohan.blogspot.com. Please visit the blog and read what is going on in the classroom. I've actually got it updated!
Remember to be reading each night. I would like for you to read to your child, at least, 18 nights this month.
Our gym day is Thursday, please remember to wear gym shoes.
Our library day is Friday. Please be sure your child returns their book!
I will have a substitute on Friday, January 9, 2009. I will be gone to a teacher seminar.
My treasure box is running low on goodies. If you would be so kind to send little toys for me to replenish the box, I would appreciate it. The Dollar Tree is a wonderful place to get goodies.
Homework Alert!
We are beginning our 3rd Quarter soon. Only 5 months until 1st grade – time is flying by. With the new semester beginning, I will send home homework, to be returned the next day. Monday night will be reading, Tuesday will be handwriting, and Wednesday will be math. None of the work should take more than 10 minutes to complete each night. If it does take longer, please let me know.
Your child will bring home a yellow homework folder on each homework night. Their homework and an assignment sheet will be included in the folder. I will leave a spot on the assignment sheet for you to write any comments or concerns about the homework. Please sign the assignment sheet that your child completed the homework and return the homework and folder. When your child returns the homework, they will earn a sticker. When their homework chart is full of stickers, they can make a trip to the treasure box.
Please help me get the kiddos ready for 1st grade and used to doing homework.
Helpful Hints
**If your child's red take-home folder is ripped or torn-up, please get another folder. Since we will be using these folders all year for sending home our daily work and communication between you and me, these are very necessary. Maybe you can find a folder that is plastic, those might hold up better.
REMINDER!!!!!!!
With the cold weather and windy days, we still go outside. I have seen many kids, not necessarily from my class, wearing no coats or mittens. Their little hands were raw and red and they were freezing. I just want to remind you to send coats and gloves and anything else you want you're child to wear. I'll make sure they have it on, if they have it. I hate to see any of my babies freezing. If you need one of the weather sheets the kindergarten teachers sent out, just let me know and I'll send it home.
January Book-It Calendars
I'm sending out the January Book-it calendars. Try to read 18 nights this month for 20 minutes a night. The calendars are due by January 31 or February 2.
School Boxes
Over the years, I've tried many different ways to handle the supplies issue in the classroom. We start out with community supplies, that works for a while, then the fighting starts. So, we progress to our own supplies, which we put in ziplock bags. Usually that works fine. But, I'm finding that the ziplock bags are not holding up the way I would like. Unfortunately, I only have 7 school boxes that I have collected over the years (from my children). If you could get a school box for your child by January, that would be wonderful. That will help us corral our supplies and keep it off the floor.
School Supplies Alert!!!
We are running out of glue sticks and glue bottles. We do a lot of work with glue and we're using up everything we have. If each child were to bring another 6 glue sticks and 1 bottle of Elmer's glue, that should last till the end of the year.
Also, our crayons are disappearing or breaking. If you could also send 1 more box of 24 crayons, we would all appreciate it. Keep your fingers crossed!!
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