Hello families! I hope everyone enjoyed their holiday break. We are currently learning about Martin Luther King Jr. and his contributions to equality. The students have also started writing about what they have learned about him. Along with this writing, the students are working through the writing process about their holiday vacation. I'll be selecting a handful of both writings to be featured in the upcoming February PDS newsletter, featuring writing by the second grade classes.
We have been working on money this week. This topic will begin appearing in their homework packets starting next week. We have also started using a different way to practice the spelling words. Some of the students may remember using this process in first grade, from Mrs. Potter's class. We are, of course, using 2nd grade words, but the process is pretty much the same. In any grade, practicing making words in their notebooks will be beneficial for all of the students. This week, they are practicing how to complete each assignment with me in Reading Groups, but next week the assignments will be up to them to complete each morning.
Grade reports are going home tomorrow with the students. Please review the reports and return the bottom portion to indicate it has been received. I will be making calls or sending emails regarding setting up a conference, either over the phone, through email, or in person to discuss any pressing matters. Current STAR reports went home today. This is based on the STAR computer test the students take at the end of each quarter. This report contains the independent reading level and range each student is currently at. This is also their reading goal for the quarter. The goal, range and level are based on the computer test results, as well as what I observe in class. Please continue to encourage your student to read every day- school days and weekends- to continue to achieve success.
I'll also be sending home a form regarding items to donate for our upcoming 100th day celebration. It isn't a party by any means, just a small way to spend the day celebrating being 100 days smarter. Please send the item in as soon as possible- that will be greatly appreciated. The 100th day is next Friday- I can't believe how time has flown!
News
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Jan. 16th, no school
100th day Jan. 20th
Teacher in-service, early release at 11:45 Jan. 25th
Birthdays
Marcus Jan. 23rd
Enjoy the rest of your week!
Elizabeth Townsend
Second Grade
PDS
elizabeth.townsend@svps.k12.az.us
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