April News

Hi Parents/Guardians:
I hope everyone had a restful and enjoyable vacation.
We are in full swing into our new unit in ReadyGen.
The children are reading a new genre historical fiction.
We started the book: The Earth Dragon Awakes the San Francisco Earthquake of 1906. The children will be learning and discussing about the characters Point of view about the events, actions and feelings.

In Math we are continuing 3-digit Addition: the children must use a variety of strategies to problem solve. For example: Break-apart method, quick picture and regrouping. It is important that the children know different strategies as well as being able to explain their answer.

As we move along I will post more information.

Hello Parents/Guardians,

I can't believe it's April already. Where did the time go?

Our class is blooming as we continue to meet the Common Core standards.

On a personal note I am feeling great and look forward to returning to work. I miss each and everyone of my students. I also want to thank all the parents for your understanding and patience. 

I will continue to post more information as we move along through the month.

  

I would like to mention that on Thursday Feb. 6th. from 6-7 pm I am presenting a Parent Workshop on GoMath. All parents are invited to attend. I will speak about how to navigate the site and ways you can improve your child's Math skills.

FEBRUARY NEWS

Hi Parents/Guardians, 
I can't believe we are in February. We will be starting a new unit tomorrow(2-03-14). Our new book is titled:"The Man Who Created Parks." We will be focusing on communities and what it takes to design a park. Some of the skills the students will focus on are identifying the Main Topic, Key Details, Text Evidence. These are just a few of the skills we will be focusing on.

At this time I would also like to address a more personal matter. I have been having some health issues that you may or may not be aware of this year.
In early January I was in the hospital for 5 days.
Please know that when I am absent there is always a well qualified sub. covering the class and he/she has my personal lesson plans to follow which does include homework. I also speak to the sub. personally to go over the days lessons and any other questions he/she may have. 
I have a long road ahead of me and I will be well again but I ask for your patience please. As my blog says: "Keeping Kids First" is my number one goal and my priority. 
*A little side note there are times when I'm out but I am at Professional Development Workshops for our school.