A is for attendance. Our
day begins at 7:30 and ends at 2:30. Regular attendance is so important. This
helps your child establish routines and good work habits.
B is for book clubs. I will be
sending home book orders from Scholastic Books. You are able to buy great
titles at a fabulous price. This is a great opportunity for you to build your
child's personal library.
C is for clipboards. We ask that
your child bring a clipboard to school (No book bags Please!), as your childs
folder will be sent home daily. The folder will hold their homework, as well
as any other forms of communication.
D is for donations. It is not
required to donate items to the classroom but we greatly appreciate items
donated during the school year. We do many science experiments, cooking
activities, and art projects. We always need something for our hands to stay
busy!
E is for emergencies. Hopefully
we will not need to contact you with an
emergency, but sometimes things happen. Please make sure all of your
telephone numbers are up-dated so we can get in contact with you easily.
Fis for Field trips. We take
several educational, fun filled field trips during the year. We love for our
parents to come and chaperone. If you sign up as a chaperone, keep in mind,
no younger siblings are allowed.
G is for going home. We need to
know how your child is going home. Please let us know in writing if someone
else will be picking up your child, you need to send a note or call the
office to let us know.DO NOT TELL YOUR CHILD TO TELL THE TEACHER ABOUT A
CHANGE IN TRANSPORTATION! We must have this in writing.
His for homework. Your child
will have homework nightly. It is a review of skills that have already been
introduced to your child in the classroom. All of our homework has a purpose.
It should never take more than 10 to 15 minutes to complete.
I is for interviews. We will
interview each student at the beginning of the year so we give each child an
opportunity to get to know his/her new friends. After the book is complete,
each child will have an opportunity to bring the book home to share with
his/her family.
J is for journals. Each
child will have a writing and poetry journal. The children will have the
opportunity to practice the skills that have been demonstrated during model
and shared writing. The children will learn to write about experiences they
have had, as well as creative stories.
K is for kindergarten report
card. Every nine weeks your child will receive a copy of the kindergarten
report card. We will have a conference at the first nine week period to
review and answer any questions about your childs progress.
Lis for lunch time.
Kindergarteners are the first grade to go to lunch. Usually our lunchtime
falls between 10:30 and 11:00. Please send your childs lunch money in a
sealed envelope with his/her name on it, my name on it and label it Lunch
Money. This is very important. You can also pay online. Go to the parents
pitstop and look for PAMS.
M is for medication. Any
medication that needs to be dispensed during school hours must be given to
the school nurse (not the teacher) by the Parent. Your child will be sent to
the nurses office at the appropriate times.Do not send medicine with your
child.
Nis for newsletters. A weekly
newsletter will be sent home every Monday in your childs folder. This
newsletter will include current projects, class activities, supply needs, and
upcoming events.
Ois for open-door policy.
Parents are always welcome in our classroom. Be warned! We will put you to
work. If possible, please let us know when you can come so that we can make
good use of your time. We do ask that you let your child come to the
classroom on his/her own in the morning unless you have an urgent message
that you need to get to us in person. Letting your child walk into the room,
put away his/her belongings, and settle into morning routine will help your
childs sense of independence. This will also stress to your child that you
trust her/ his abilities.
Pis for playground. The students
look forward to recess on the playground. We want to make sure that this is a
safe environment for them. Our rules are as follows:
1. No pushing or pulling on other students.
2. Students must come down the slide only, feet first.
3. Children are to stay on the playground, unless given permission to go
inside for water or restroom breaks.
Qis for questions. I can be
reached at 578-1231, ext. 111, although I might not be able to talk to you
until my planning period or after school, you can leave a message on my voice
mail. You may also email me by going to our website.
Ris for rules. During Open
House, we will go over classroom rules and will send a copy home with you. We
also have them posted on our website (after the first week). I believe the
children should help set the rules for the classroom. I usually guide the
discussion but if the children set the rules then they do a better job of
following them. This also gives them ownership as well as builds classroom
community.
Sis for snacks. We eat lunch
early in the morning so we encourage you to send a snack for the
afternoon. We usually have our snack time around 12:00. We do not make the
children eat the snack if they are not hungry. However, a snack time will be
offered daily while we are at recess. We do not have a refrigerator for their
snacks. Send this in a bag/box labeled with the students name.
Tis for treasure box. If you
have any small inexpensive toys, McDonalds prizes, etc. that you would like
to donate, please do. The treasure is an added incentive for good behavior or
a kind deed.We offer treasure box every Friday.
U is for units. We will let you
know weekly through our newsletter what we are studying so that you can ask
your children questions about his/her day.Feel free to send in an item that
pertains to our unit.
Vis for volunteers! We love our
volunteers! We always can use an extra hand. The PTA always needs your
support as well.You can help in the classroom one day a week reading with
students, you can help me by getting supplies ready for projects, or you can
help by doing something at home. If you cannot come into the classroom, you
can send supplies in when they are needed. There is a form for you to fill
out for me showing how you woudl like to help in the classroom.
Wis for Websites. Please check
out our website weekly. We will have general information posted, pictures of
students work, field trips and special occasions.
Xis for exit. If a child moves
during the school year, all current fees due (lunch fees, lost library books,
field trips, etc.) must be paid in order to complete the transfer form.
Yis for yearly activities. You
will receive a copy of the school activities in your handbook. Also,
activities are posted on the website so you can make sure to plan to attend
special events. Always check the site for changes or times for upcoming
events.
Zis for ZZZZZs at night. We do
not have naptime in kindergarten so it is very important that your child
gets a goodnight sleep. Your child needs to be bright eyed for a day of
learning!
