Happy Veterans Day- thank you to all who have served, are currently serving, or know someone who has served in the armed forces. Students showed their appreciation for our veterans by coloring and writing thank you notes last week. As part of the Feinstein committee at Whiteknact, these cards and letters were sent out to military veterans this holiday.
Quick updates on our learning this past week!
K focus centers: we are now learning about salmon and their life cycles. We have looked at live feeds of fish and sketched their body structures. We are comparing the structure of a fish to the structure of the human body from our investigations a few weeks ago and noting the similarities and differences. We are also focusing on which body parts we use for different activities (running, sitting, sleeping, talking, writing, playing soccer, etc). Students are continuing to build and act out Habitats and life cycles of different animals in blocks and dramatic play. We are studying books by Leo Lionni and students are creating art pieces inspired by his work.
Math- we are comparing numbers up to 10 is in g greater than, less than or equal to. We are arranging numbers in counting order, practicing counting up from a number other than one, and forming different combinations to build 10 using ten frames and manipulafives.
Writing- we continue to talk about procedural writing and the steps required to complete a task.
I-ready testing: Kindergarten just finished their I-ready testing on the computer for both math and reading. This information will be used to arrange small groups for intervention as well as enrichment, as well as determine who will receive additional reading support with our reading specialist, Mrs. Sarasin.
Reminder- Wednesday evening we have parent-teacher conferences from 5-7. Thursday (11/15) is an early release day- students will be dismissed at 12, and conferences continue from 1-3. Please contact me if you cannot keep your scheduled conference or need another reminder of your time.
The canned food drive continues for the next few weeks—please send in your canned fruit to support this initiative. Thank you!
I hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend. See everyone tomorrow! :)
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