Thanks to all who organized and attended the AM breakfast on Friday.
A concern raised was, since we are not having November conferences or getting report cards, how will you know how your child is doing in school? My response was that I will always contact a parent if I have any concerns or some issues that need to be addressed. I hope to be able to make some sort of connection with you all before January, whether it be in person, phone or via email or note to briefly discuss your child's progress thus far.
This was another busy week and the children enjoyed meeting Ms. T and her Tall Teeth.
This was an opportunity to talk about Dental Hygiene and teeth brushing and flossing. If your child has not yet had a Dental checkup this would be a great opportunity to schedule one.
We had some terrific T centers. Playing Tic Tac Toe was a popular one. The children were excited to play and learned some strategies on how to "block"
the other player. Try playing this activity at home. We also practiced some tongue twisters (included in this week's folder) and played telephone, always a hit!
Ask your child to do the "TootyTa"song. You will laugh along with them!
Although I planned on a Science lesson on how to use magnifying glasses, our studies were postponed because we had a visit from the Summit Fire Department. Thanks to these men who volunteered their time to talk to the children and to help them understand the importance of fire safety rules. Have your child tell you at least 3 things they learned about fire safety. Now is a good time to check and replace smoke alarm batteries and discuss a safe meeting place outside your house in case of a fire. In your child's folder you should find a sticker and a coloring book. Each child received a plastic fire helmet and a little critter named "Uh-Oh". If you look on its tag there is a "secret code number." Log on to their website: www.nfpa4kids.org.
There are several activities that will reinforce safety rules at home. Please be sure to supervise your child's time on the computer.
We are learning a new song, "This Land is Your Land" and the words are included in your child's folder. Start to practice at home if possible.
Halloween info: There will be a parade at 10am for the AM class and 1:30 f0r the PM class.
All are invited to watch the parade in the Multi Purpose room. A class party will follow for kindergartners and Class/Party Moms only. Dismissal will be at the regular times. Your child should come to school dressed in their costume, but please remember not to send in any weapons. I will allow masks but, for safety, they will be worn on top of their heads when walking.
Please send in a small snack on this Party day, as we will not be serving food.
On this rainy weekend check out this fun site with some Halloween games. Please be sure to preview the games to make sure they are age-appropriate: funschool.kaboose.com/fun-blaster/halloween/index.html.
A head's up: Nov. 4th is Election Day. There is NO SCHOOL for students.
Please don't forget to VOTE!
Have a good weekend!
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