Week of April 27-May 1

Schedule for the Week:

Monday, 27th: Art
Tuesday, 28th: P.E. - 2nd & 3rd Grade Concerts!
Wednesday, 29th: Library & Music
Thursday, 30th: Art
Friday, 1st: P.E. & Computer (Happy May Day!!)

Letter of the Week: G g

Star of the Week: Jordyn

Sight Word Being Introduced: on

This week we will be finishing Chapter 9 in Math on Measurement and then moving into Chapter 10. At this time of year we are starting to wrap things up within some of our units of study. (I can't believe it is that time already!) We recently finished our unit on fish in science. Hopefully your child shared their journal they made about the fish with you over this past weekend. We have also just finished our last observation of the life cycle of trees through the seasons since starting in September 2008. We continue to focus on learning our sight words and practicing comprehension and the idea of expression in our guided reading groups. I am amazed at how much each student has grown this year in thier reading skills. What great learners we have here in K-2. I hope you all enjoy the week!

Welcome to Our Neighborhood!

In kindergarten we study who we are, our families and our communities. This past month we discussed the idea of a neighborhood. What makes up a neighborhood? Who lives in our neighborhood? We had many questions and had many answers. In the end we each created our own neighborhoods, giving them their own unique names and now understand what it means to be apart of a great community!

New Dress Code Policy

New Dress Code Policy.....

A new dress policy will be in place this year (2009-2010) at Shirley Hills. The purpose of the dress code policy is to create an environment that is best suited for academic growth, social interaction, and the safety of students and staff. In this mid-season of layering, please be sure that the under layer is as appropriate as the outer layer.

1. No hats or hoods will be worn in the building.
2. no short shorts or skirts. A guideline is to place your hangs at your side; skirts/shorts should be longer than your hands.
   
3. Shoulders and stomachs must be covered.
   
4. Shirt straps must be at least 2 inches wide.
   
5. Messages on clothing must be positive, age appropriate, and not offensive to others.
   
6. Shoes must be worn at all times. Appropriate shoes must be worn for safety during Phy Ed, recess, and a variety of classroom activities.
   

Week of April 20-24

Schedule for the Week:

Monday, 20th: P.E.
Tuesday, 21st: Music
Wednesday, 22nd: EARTH DAY!! Art & Library
Thursday, 23rd: P.E.
Friday, 24th: Computer & Music

Letter of the Week: N n

Star of the Week: Donovan

Sight Word Being Introduced: that

Word Family Being Introduced: -ip (words such as: Pip, dip, skip, lip...)

***Reminder***
This Saturday, April 25th, the Shirley Hills Carnival will be held from 11am-3pm. Many parents and students have been working very hard to make this "Blue Ribbon Carnival" a great success! I would love to see you all there! (you can find me at the "Teacher's Pet Booth" :-) )

Let's have a great week and enjoy this beautiful weather!

Week of April 13-17

Schedule for the Week:

Monday, 13th: Music
Tuesday, 14th: Art
Wednesday, 15th: P.E.
Thursday, 16th: Music
Friday, 17th: Art

Letter of the Week: V v

Star of the Week: Aly!!

Sight Word Being Introduced: it

Word Family Being Introduced: -it (words such as: sit, bit, kit...)

***Reminder***
Please remember to send in your donations for our "Movie Lover's" Basket that will be auctioned off at the carnival by THIS FRIDAY, April 17th!! Thank you!

Week of April 6-10

Schedule for the Week:

Monday, 6th: No School
Tuesday, 7th: P.E.
Wednesday, 8th: Media & Music
Thursday, 9th: Art
Friday, 10th: P.E.

Letter of the Week: L l

Star of the Week: there is no "Star of the Week" this week because we only have 4 days of school this week.

Sight Word Being Introduced: Your

Word Family Being Introduced: -im such as (him, Jim, Tim, Kim, dim)

****A Friendly Reminder****
Many students have been forgetting their snacks lately. Please remind them to pack a healthy snack each day! Thank you!! ~ Mrs. Koepp