What an awesome day we've had!! The kids did a wonderful job singing for the residents at Linden Grove. I'm so proud of them. :) We received lots of compliments from the staff there about our good behavior. That really "fills our buckets"!
When we came back to school, we listened to the 7th and 8th grader's Advent prayers, and then voted on which teacher was wearing the ugliest Christmas sweater. Ms. Sartoris (7th gr.) was the first place winner and deservedly so. :)
Due to the freezing rain and ice skating rink playground, we had indoor recess and watched Polar Express. A great movie for this time of year. Then we ended our day with a super fun Christmas party complete with Christmas Tree knock-down, a reindeer craft and delicious snacks. The kids insisted that I open their gifts so they could see them. I want to say "THANK YOU VERY MUCH!!!!" for your generosity!! It is a blessing to have these kids with me. I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. See you all on January 6th. :)
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Today was a fun day! We completed our angel decorations for the residents at the Linden Grove Nursing Home. Our 7th grade buddies came in yesterday to help us start the project by painting the paper plates. Then today, they were back again and we cut the plates, formed them into angels with wings, attached the head and halo, and put some sparkly glitter on. I wouldn't be surprised if you're finding glitter on your kids until New Year's Day! It got a little crazy with 30 some kids in here all playing with glitter. I feel for Mr. Kurt and Mr. Ed. We did our very best to clean up, but as you can imagine, it is no easy task.
We're looking forward to singing for the residents. It will really be a special way to head into our holiday.
Some students have come home with books that they should be reading. The title may either be "Tam and Sam in the Orange Grove" or "Sam and Tam". Please take some time with your child to read these over. We are also working on them in class.
We're looking forward to singing for the residents. It will really be a special way to head into our holiday.
Some students have come home with books that they should be reading. The title may either be "Tam and Sam in the Orange Grove" or "Sam and Tam". Please take some time with your child to read these over. We are also working on them in class.
Friday, December 13, 2013
Wow! What a week we've had. Phew! The Secret Santa Shop went very well today. The kids were very enthusiastic shoppers. They can't wait to share their gifts with you. :)
Today we were in search of employment. All of us had to pretend we were a reindeer and come up with a name. Then, we filled out a job application stating why we should be hired to pull the sleigh. The kids got pretty creative when it came time to thinking up special skills they would possess to get hired on. If you're around the building next week, come check out our writing. :)
Next week is our last week before Christmas break. It should be uneventful, except for Friday when we visit the nursing home to carol, and have our Christmas party in the classroom. If you haven't sent in your $1 and permission slip yet, please do so on Monday.
Have a wonderful weekend everyone! Stay safe in the snow!!
Today we were in search of employment. All of us had to pretend we were a reindeer and come up with a name. Then, we filled out a job application stating why we should be hired to pull the sleigh. The kids got pretty creative when it came time to thinking up special skills they would possess to get hired on. If you're around the building next week, come check out our writing. :)
Next week is our last week before Christmas break. It should be uneventful, except for Friday when we visit the nursing home to carol, and have our Christmas party in the classroom. If you haven't sent in your $1 and permission slip yet, please do so on Monday.
Have a wonderful weekend everyone! Stay safe in the snow!!
Monday, December 9, 2013
Wow!! Winter sure has arrived! Brrrrrr.... Please make sure your children have an extra pair of mittens/gloves as they tend to get pretty wet during their morning recess.
Don't forget our Christmas concert tomorrow night. Students should meet me in the church at 6:15. You will keep your child's coat with you. After the K4 and K5 kids are done singing, they will come back to sit with you. If you're staying for the cookie social tomorrow, please consider bringing a dozen cookies to share.
Today the kids are coming home with their Secret Santa envelopes, but they won't be shopping until Friday. (Please keep the money home until then.) We have parent volunteers coming in to take our students just a few at a time. It would be helpful if the kids each had a separate shopping bag to carry home their gifts. It also helps to keep each student's gifts together. The Secret Santa Shop is not mandatory. :)
Don't forget our Christmas concert tomorrow night. Students should meet me in the church at 6:15. You will keep your child's coat with you. After the K4 and K5 kids are done singing, they will come back to sit with you. If you're staying for the cookie social tomorrow, please consider bringing a dozen cookies to share.
Today the kids are coming home with their Secret Santa envelopes, but they won't be shopping until Friday. (Please keep the money home until then.) We have parent volunteers coming in to take our students just a few at a time. It would be helpful if the kids each had a separate shopping bag to carry home their gifts. It also helps to keep each student's gifts together. The Secret Santa Shop is not mandatory. :)
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Hustle and bustle is certainly in the air here in K5! You can tell that a special holiday is right around the corner. :) The Book Drive is in full swing. Thank you for bringing in those new/gently used books. You still have more time if you haven't sent yours in yet.
The weather sure hasn't been very cooperative these past 2 days, but it seems the rain is going to be replaced by very cold temperatures. Please be sure to send your child to school with hats and mittens/gloves. We do go outside unless the temp or wind chill is 0 degrees. Snow clothes aren't really necessary unless there is snow on the ground, however.
Our grocery store has been closed down. The kids helped me take all of the items outside to the recycling dumpster. Now, it's time to fill that space with something new. Hmmm...... :) Thank you for all of your donations to our store.
In January, we will start building our igloo. In order to do this, we need LOTS of EMPTY, CLEAN and DRY gallon milk/water jugs. If you could save them in a safe place until after Christmas break, that would be great!
In math this week, we've been working on patterns and graphing. The kids enjoyed using some of these skills to help decorate our classroom!
Please keep practicing those sight words! We're also spending some time with the "-op" family this week. Don't forget to read, read, read! :)
Our classroom Christmas party will be on Friday, December 20th at 1:00 pm. Thank you to those who volunteered to help us out!
Plates and Napkins: Iris Apriesnig
Treat: Angela O'Boyle
Drink: Arran Romboy
Healthy Snack: Kari Simcakowski
Craft: Amanda Brosnan
We are still looking for a game. Anyone interested?? :) Just let me know.
Have a great day everyone!
The weather sure hasn't been very cooperative these past 2 days, but it seems the rain is going to be replaced by very cold temperatures. Please be sure to send your child to school with hats and mittens/gloves. We do go outside unless the temp or wind chill is 0 degrees. Snow clothes aren't really necessary unless there is snow on the ground, however.
Our grocery store has been closed down. The kids helped me take all of the items outside to the recycling dumpster. Now, it's time to fill that space with something new. Hmmm...... :) Thank you for all of your donations to our store.
In January, we will start building our igloo. In order to do this, we need LOTS of EMPTY, CLEAN and DRY gallon milk/water jugs. If you could save them in a safe place until after Christmas break, that would be great!
In math this week, we've been working on patterns and graphing. The kids enjoyed using some of these skills to help decorate our classroom!
Please keep practicing those sight words! We're also spending some time with the "-op" family this week. Don't forget to read, read, read! :)
Our classroom Christmas party will be on Friday, December 20th at 1:00 pm. Thank you to those who volunteered to help us out!
Plates and Napkins: Iris Apriesnig
Treat: Angela O'Boyle
Drink: Arran Romboy
Healthy Snack: Kari Simcakowski
Craft: Amanda Brosnan
We are still looking for a game. Anyone interested?? :) Just let me know.
Have a great day everyone!
Monday, December 2, 2013
Welcome back! I hope everyone had a well rested Thanksgiving weekend! The feast was a wonderful success. Thank you again for helping make it such heartwarming event. :)
Can you believe it's December already and we're now in Advent?! Today in church, all of our classroom Advent wreaths were blessed. The students are preparing for Jesus' birthday as well. Mrs. St. Louis challenged us all to do service for others during this season, and our class came up with a list of things they can do to be helpful. The kids are coming home with this list today, and should choose 1 activity a day, to do. After it's completed, they can cross it off and choose another one the next day. This will take us right up to Christmas! (I told them that they would need to do 2 things today, since we weren't here yesterday.) :)
Just a reminder about some upcoming dates....
NO SCHOOL - Friday, Dec. 6th
Christmas Concert - Tuesday, Dec. 10th
Secret Santa Shopping - Friday, Dec. 13th
All School Christmas Caroling - Friday, Dec. 20th
Christmas Break - Dec. 21st-Jan. 5th.
Can you believe it's December already and we're now in Advent?! Today in church, all of our classroom Advent wreaths were blessed. The students are preparing for Jesus' birthday as well. Mrs. St. Louis challenged us all to do service for others during this season, and our class came up with a list of things they can do to be helpful. The kids are coming home with this list today, and should choose 1 activity a day, to do. After it's completed, they can cross it off and choose another one the next day. This will take us right up to Christmas! (I told them that they would need to do 2 things today, since we weren't here yesterday.) :)
Just a reminder about some upcoming dates....
NO SCHOOL - Friday, Dec. 6th
Christmas Concert - Tuesday, Dec. 10th
Secret Santa Shopping - Friday, Dec. 13th
All School Christmas Caroling - Friday, Dec. 20th
Christmas Break - Dec. 21st-Jan. 5th.
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