Week of April 19 - 23, 2010

Happenings Week of April 19 – 23, 2010

· In phonics we have now covered all of the letters of the alphabet. We will now focus on digraphs, combinations, and blends. This week we will be working on Ch as in cheese. We will continue with show and tell on Friday. Please send in an object that has the /ch/ sound. I would like to thank all parents who have encouraged participation in show and tell each week. I hope for more children to bring in items to share with their classmates.
· In math, we are working on addition. We are using words such as “in all” and “all together” to join groups. We are introducing the children to the + (addition) sign as well as the = (equal) sign in writing some simple addition stories.
· In reading we have finished unit 4. We will take unit 4 assessment and begin unit 5 this week. Our first story in this unit will be “Max Takes the Train”.
· This week we will have graduation pictures taken. Our day to have them taken will be Wednesday, April 21. Please send your child in wearing a white collared shirt if at all possible so that the group picture looks consistent. A white polo shirt is fine if you are able. If you are purchasing photos, an information sheet was sent home earlier. Our photographer is Mike’s Photography in Frackville.
· This week we will also have a personal safety program on Tuesday, April 20. Ms. Clarissa Geary will be coming in to present this program.
· Monday will be day 2 of our 6 day cycle. We will have computer class.