Thursday, September 26, 2019

Walk-a-Thon

We had another fun and busy week in kindergarten!  We spent time reading with partners and enjoyed our Math Workshop rotations.  Additionally, the kindergartners participated in our school Walk-a-Thon and enjoyed walking and running around the track with their friends.  The kindergartners had so much fun encouraging one another and cheering one another on!  Thank-you so much for your support!










Curriculum Update:

Bible: Isaac, Rebekah, Jacob, Esau, and the Birthright
Writing: Labeling 
Math: Story Problems and Number Writing 
Literacy Block: Partner Reading and Emergent Storybooks
Phonics: Letter Nn and Mm

Announcements/Looking Ahead:

Classroom Literacy Support:
Michelle Maldonado is a Reading/Writing Paraprofessional at South Side helping many students achieve success.  She will be working with our class every afternoon (for about 20 minutes,) during our literacy block.  During this time, she will be working with students individually and in small groups.  Sometimes this help will happen in the classroom and sometimes she will take the kindergarteners out of the classroom and work across the hall.  As I see needs arise with a particular skill, she will be able to assist in giving students extra practice in that specific area.  I am thankful for the extra support that she will be able to give each of our learners!  

Sign-up Genius Links:  
Access Code: bkinder19

Access Code: bkinder19

Field Trip Helper 
Access Code: bkinder19

Day of Blessing 
Access Code: bkinder19

Bible Memory:
Our September Bible Memory is Psalm 8:1.  Please practice this verse with your child at home and we will continue to practice at school as well.

October 10: Grandparents'/Grandfriends' Day (AM)
October 16: DeGraaf Field Trip
October 23: Half Day (11:30 Dismissal)
October 24: No School-CEA for teachers 
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Thursday, September 19, 2019

Signs of Fall

Can you believe we will officially be welcoming fall this coming week? Even with the hot days and extra-sweaty recesses, we still had a great week! During our time together, we welcomed the official change of seasons (coming Monday,) talked about 'signs of fall' and fall favorites, celebrated the fact that our God is as consistent as the change of seasons, and finished our first Reading Workshop unit.  It’s so exciting to see the reading growth and progress that the kindergartners have already made!      
 
Curriculum Update:

Bible: Abraham's Covenant 
Writing: We are Illustrators 
Math: Numbers 1-10 and Number Writing 
Literacy Block: Book Handling and Reading Celebration 
Phonics: Letters Nn and Mm
Science: The Five Senses-Sight 

Announcements/Looking Ahead:

Classroom Literacy Support:
Michelle Maldonado is a Reading/Writing Paraprofessional at South Side helping many students achieve success.  She will be working with our class every afternoon (for about 20 minutes,) during our literacy block.  During this time, she will be working with students individually and in small groups.  Sometimes this help will happen in the classroom and sometimes she will take the kindergarteners out of the classroom and work across the hall.  As I see needs arise with a particular skill, she will be able to assist in giving students extra practice in that specific area.  I am thankful for the extra support that she will be able to give each of our learners!  

Sign-up Genius Links:  
Access Code: bkinder19

Access Code: bkinder19

Field Trip Helper 
Access Code: bkinder19

Day of Blessing 
Access Code: bkinder19

Duty:
I have recess duty Monday and Thursday mornings from 7:50-8:10.  I will be on the playground during these times. 

Bible Memory:
Our September Bible Memory is Psalm 8:1.  Please practice this verse with your child at home and we will continue to practice at school as well.

September 25: Walk-A-Thon
October 10: Grandparents'/Grandfriends' Day (AM)
October 16: DeGraaf Field Trip
October 23: Half Day (11:30 Dismissal)
October 24: No School-CEA for teachers 
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Thursday, September 12, 2019

Hard at Work!

We had another successful and exciting week in kindergarten!  We continued to work with our book boxes and spent time rotating through various Math Workshop stations.  We also enjoyed our first trip to the Outdoor Discovery Center.  Our time together is certainly moving fast as we continue to grow in our knowledge and understanding of God’s surrounding world!  It continues to be a joy to watch your child make connections, demonstrate God-honoring behavior, and show ‘Living Testimony’ actions and attitudes.  Thanks for your continued support and partnership!
Writing Workshop and Math Workshop pictures 


  
ODC Pictures 









Curriculum Update:
Bible: Noah Review and the Tower of Babel
Writing: Writing Steps and Oral Storytelling
Math: Numbers 1-10 and Comparing Numbers
Literacy Block: Good Fit Books 
Phonics: Letters A and S and 'cat'

Announcements/Looking Ahead:

Classroom Literacy Support:
Michelle Maldonado is a Reading/Writing Paraprofessional at South Side helping many students achieve success.  She will be working with our class every afternoon (for about 20 minutes,) during our literacy block.  During this time, she will be working with students individually and in small groups.  Sometimes this help will happen in the classroom and sometimes she will take the kindergarteners out of the classroom and work across the hall.  As I see needs arise with a particular skill, she will be able to assist in giving students extra practice in that specific area.  I am thankful for the extra support that she will be able to give each of our learners!  

 School Pictures:
Picture order forms are coming home today and they are due Monday, September 16.  If you have multiple kiddos at HC, please be sure to keep track of the pre-printed names on the order forms.  Picture Day will be September 18.  IF YOU WANT A YEARBOOK, NOW IS THE TIME TO ORDER IT!  The office will not have extras available for purchase.  We need you to return the picture order forms even if you aren't ordering anything, as our photo company needs the paperwork for each student. Thanks so much!

Sign-up Genius Links:  
Access Code: bkinder19

Access Code: bkinder19

Field Trip Helper 
Access Code: bkinder19

Day of Blessing 
Access Code: bkinder19

Duty:
I have recess duty Monday and Thursday mornings from 7:50-8:10.  I will be on the playground during these times. 

Bible Memory:
Our September Bible Memory is Psalm 8:1.  Please practice this verse with your child at home and we will continue to practice at school as well.

September 18: Kindergarten School Pictures 
September 25: Walk-A-Thon
October 10: Grandparents'/Grandfriends' Day (AM)

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Thursday, September 5, 2019

Welcome, September!

We had a great, short week in kindergarten!  During our time together, we continued in our Math, Reading, and Writing Workshop lessons.  We also kicked off our five senses unit and talked about these truly amazing gifts from God!  As we continue to dive into our learning, it is obvious that the kindergartners are getting more and more comfortable in our daily routines.  God is certainly blessing our time together! 
Exploring the sense of taste! 


Curriculum Update:
Bible: Sin and Noah
Writing: What do Writers do?
Math: Circles and Introduction to Addition and Subtraction 
Literacy Block: Partner Reading and Parts of a Book
Phonics: Letters T and C
Science: The Five Senses-Taste 

Announcements/Looking Ahead:

Sign-up Genius Links:  
***Our Field Trip Link has been added!  Please note we are still working to finalize a year-end field trip***  Please feel free to sign-up for multiple library and/or lunch helper opportunities! 

Also, Bill's Greenhouse will likely be an 'AM' field trip.  

Access Code: bkinder19

Access Code: bkinder19

Field Trip Helper 
Access Code: bkinder19

Day of Blessing 
Access Code: bkinder19

Duty:
I have recess duty Monday and Thursday mornings from 7:50-8:10.  I will be on the playground during these times. 

Tailgate:
Please RSVP to me by September 9 if you would like to attend the September 13 Early Childhood Tailgate!  This is a free event for preschool and kindergarten families.

 Bible Memory:
Our September Bible Memory is Psalm 8:1.  Please practice this verse with your child at home and we will continue to practice at school as well.

September 11: Afternoon at the Outdoor Discovery Center
September 13: Preschool/Kindergarten Tailgate
September 18/19: School Pictures 
September 25: Walk-A-Thon
October 10: Grandparents'/Grandfriends' Day

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Thursday, August 29, 2019

To God be the Glory!

This week our entire school district had the privilege of worshipping together at our opening Convocation.  It was a beautiful time spent glorifying our Savior and praying over the upcoming school year.  What a special experience!  As we continue to move into the 2019-2020 school year, it is my deepest prayer that your child continues to grow in his or her ability and desire to honor and glorify our King!



Curriculum Update:
Bible: Days 3-7 of the Creation Story
Writing: Introduction to Writing Workshop
Math: Numbers 1-5 (Recognition, Counting, and Grouping)
Literacy Block: Introduction to Reading Workshop  
Phonics: Zoo Phonics Review and Letter Fluency 
Social Studies: Studies Weekly--Fun at School 

Announcements/Looking Ahead:

Sign-up Genius Links:  ***Our Field Trip Link has been added!  Please note we are still working to finalize a year-end field trip***  Please feel free to sign-up for multiple library and/or lunch helper opportunities! 

 Also, Bill's Greenhouse will likely be an 'AM' field trip.  
Access Code: bkinder19

Access Code: bkinder19

Field Trip Helper 
Access Code: bkinder19

Day of Blessing 
Access Code: bkinder19

Duty:
I have recess duty Monday and Thursday mornings from 7:50-8:10.  I will be on the playground during these times. 

Snack:
We will have a morning snack each day.  Please pack something that your child can pull out of his or her backpack or ‘home lunch’ to eat during this time.  Our afternoon snack will be provided through our classroom ‘snack closet.’

Shoes: 
Please be sure to have a pair of indoor and outdoor shoes for your child at school each day.  We will keep the indoor shoes at school and your child will change into them each morning.  This practice helps us keep the school building looking clean and polished!

Water Bottles:
If your child would like to take a water bottle to school, he or she is certainly welcome to do so.  We have a drinking fountain in the hallway that can be used during recesses, but your child may gladly bring a water bottle if you prefer.  Please be sure that the water bottle is clearly labeled with your child’s name.

Blue-Dot Folders:
Your child will use his or her blue-dot folder to take home daily work.  Please return it each day and if you have any notes for me, simply put them in the folder.  I will check each child’s folder in the morning.
Tailgate:
RSVP to me by September 9 if you would like to attend the September 13 Early Childhood Tailgate!  This is a free event for preschool and kindergarten families.
September 2: No School--Labor Day
September 13: Preschool/Kindergarten Tailgate
September 18/19: School Pictures 
September 25: Walk-A-Thon

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Thursday, August 22, 2019

Welcome to Kindergarten!!

I cannot believe we have already completed our first days of Kindergarten!  Our time together flew by each day, but we completed many successful activities and lessons during these days together.  It has been such a blessing to see the joy and excitement on the face of your child during the first days of school!  I am looking forward to a wonderful year with your child!  It is my prayerful desire that the 2019-2020 Kindergarten year will shape your child spiritually, academically, and socially/emotionally.  Thank-you for your continued partnership and prayers!





























Curriculum Update:

Writing: First Day Feelings
Bible: Days 1 and 2 of the Creation Story
Math: Numbers 1-5 (Recognition, Counting, and Grouping)
Literacy Block: Introduction to Book Boxes
Science: Previewing the Five Senses 
Announcements/Looking Ahead:
Specials Schedule:
Monday: 
2:10-2:40-Music (Mrs. Boer)
2:40-3:05-Library (Mrs. Becksfort and parent helpers :) )

Thursday: 
2:10-2:40-Gym (Mr. Kool)
2:40-3:05-Spanish (Maestra Gomez) 

Sign-up Genius Links: ***Watch for the Field Trip Sign-Up coming next week**
Access Code: bkinder19
Access Code: bkinder19

***Remember you will need to have a completed Ichat Background Check before visiting/working in the classroom.  Stop by the office for a form!  Thanks!***
Duty:
I have recess duty on Monday and Thursday mornings from 7:50-8:10.  I will be on the playground during these times. 

Snack:
We will have a morning snack each day.  Please pack something that your child can pull out of his or her backpack or ‘home lunch’ to eat during this time.  Our afternoon snack will be provided through our classroom ‘snack closet.’

Shoes: 
Please be sure to have a pair of indoor and outdoor shoes for your child at school each day.  We will keep the indoor shoes at school and your child will change into them each morning.  This practice helps us keep the school building looking clean and polished!

Water Bottles:
If your child would like to take a water bottle to school, he or she is certainly welcome to do so.  We have a drinking fountain in the hallway that can be used during recesses, but your child may gladly bring a water bottle if you prefer.  Please be sure that the water bottle is clearly labeled with your child’s name.

Blue-Dot Folders:
Your child will use his or her blue-dot folder to take home daily work.  Please return it each day and if you have any notes for me, simply put them in the folder.  I will check each child’s folder in the morning.

 August 28: Opening Convocation at the High School 
September 2: No School--Labor Day
September 18/19: School Pictures 
September 25: Walk-A-Thon
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