Dear Parents,

Happy Tuesday! How is your week going so far? 

In case you didn’t know, our wonderful Pastor Sherry officially retired this past weekend (though I have a sneaking suspicion that he will be back around from time to time…).  We had a special service to celebrate with him and then had a nice meal and program for him as well.  It was a great day and I know that he really appreciated everything that was done for him. 

We took our first memory test on Friday! The way that I test the kiddos is they come up to my desk, one at a time, and say what they have studied.  Sometimes they need a little help to get going, and that is okay.  Please, please, please make sure to help your firstie study for this test (really, for all of our tests).  Thank you for help with this at home.  

Here are some pictures of our “Morning Tubs” activities!  I generally don’t get the kiddos any directions with these and just see what they can come up with.  They surprise me with their creativity!  

Playing "Go Fish" with sight word flash cards

Making a bridge for the animals to cross!

Putting blocks together!

Did your kiddo tell you about their "peepers"? We use our peepers when we read because they "help" us track the words.  So fun!

We have started “Daily 5” too!  (Well, because it is a small class, it probably will only be “Daily 4”.) During this time the firsties are split into four groups and each group has a different activity to complete.  Some of the activities include: Reading a book (or two!) to themselves, working on some of the different apps on our classroom ipads, reading with me, working on worksheets at their desk, practicing their spelling words, coloring or “scissor work”, etc…Some of the work is independent and some of the work is small group work.  I really enjoy our Daily 5 time because I can work with the kids more one on one!  Good stuff!

Are any of you available to come and help me test the firsties for about an hour or so? I would need some to come in help within the next week.  Please message me if you are able!  Thank you!

Speaking of testing….we are starting our NWEA testing this week!  The first graders only take two tests (reading and math) and we test three times a year (fall, winter, and spring).  If at all possible, please make sure that your kiddo doesn’t miss any school in the next week. Thank you!

 

Don’t forget to have your firstie red, white, and blue tomorrow! 

Blessings on your evening!

Miss Gallagher