January 22 - 26

                                                           I love winter

Wow! What a week!! Thank you for your flexibility and quick responses on Friday. The kids were amazing through all the changes. I look forward to a full week with them!


Ice Skating: We will go ice skating Monday morning from 8:55-9:35. Please make sure your child dresses appropriately for the weather. Parents are welcome to meet us there! The PTO provides the skating and hot chocolate afterward. We will leave at 8:40, so it's important that everyone is on time to school. 


NWEA: We will be taking the NWEA reading test on Tuesday morning. We will begin testing at 9:00. We will finish the test on Wednesday at 10:00. We will likely take the NWEA math test on Thursday and Friday. Please try to avoid absences in the AM on those days. Jolly Ranchers and sugar-free gum will be allowed during testing. Thanks! 


Math: Last week, we took the assessment on unit 4. This week, we will start unit 5 and complete lessons 1-5. Extra practice at home using the IXL textbook will be helpful to reinforce these essential standards, especially for those who struggle. Additional IM resources(the workbook we use) can be found HERE.


Shoes & Boots: Due to the mud and wet conditions, students need to bring boots and a pair of shoes to school to change into after recess. An extra pair of socks and gloves would also be helpful! All snow & cold weather gear is essential every day. Thanks for your help with this!


Ms. V's Learner Behavior Post: Here is what we have been doing in SEL the past two weeks.  

Things to remember daily:

  • water bottle 
  • safe snack(in the package with the label please)
  • good fit book with bookmark

This week:

Monday - Media Center; Ice Skating 8:55-9:35
Tuesday - PE
Wednesday - Late Start
Thursday - Music
Friday - Art

If you want to volunteer to organize classroom parties fill out the Google Forms below. Thank you for your consideration!

Valentine's/Kindness Party

Birthdays - Students bringing in treats for birthdays must stick to the safe snacks list. Homemade treats are not allowed. Store-bought items must be sent to me ahead of time. Please include a picture of the front of the package/container and the label on the back. We have nut, egg, and dairy allergies in our room. Thanks!



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