February 9-13, 2006

Weekly Class News
From the kindergarten classroom of Mrs. McCrohan



HIGHLIGHTS
In continuing with our social studies theme of studying our neighborhood, city, and state, we are now going to study the USA. I'm looking forward to this unit, because the kids were so involved in the historic voting in November, that I think they will enjoy learning about the President and the US. In math, we will be adding numbers 26 & 27. Keep working on number recognition, especially out of order – add number up to 26 & 27. We are also going to be measuring, weighing and talking about temperature. The letters we're working on this week are U, C, H, B, D, & J. Monday is picture day. Friday, we will have our Valentine party. Feel free to send the kids' valentines to school anytime this week. If you didn't get the class list that was sent home Friday, I'll be happy to send another one.



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, 20 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!
Valentine Party is Friday. Please send the valentines anytime this week. Send the valentine party goodies on Friday.


Reading Tip of the Week...
Read slowly enough for your child to build mental images. Take into account your child's age and development stage and adjust your pace.




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.


February Book-It Calendars
January Book-it Calendars are due. I'm sending the February calendars out. Please read 20 nights for 20 minutes this month.



Upcoming Dates – Mark your calendars!!!
Feb. 9 – Spring Picture Day – class pictures and individual pictures
Feb. 20 – Winter Carnival – 6:00-7:30
Feb. 27 – Early out. Students dismiss at 12:00
March 2-6 – Spring Break, No School



Kudos to Wonderful Parents!!!!!!
Thank you to all the parents who have sent snack to feed the hungry in the classroom! We all appreciate it very much! The little ones are hungry after morning recess and they don't like missing snack.
Thank you to all the parents who have sent replacement supplies. We work hard and our supplies just don't keep up with us! We use lots of crayons, pencils and glue sticks. We appreciate all the extra supplies! We keep learning and it's good to have our supplies handy.