Week of January 25th...

Thursday was our 100th day of school.  We participated in many fun activities centering around 100.  Hopefully you heard about it!  If not, be sure to ask your child.  Check out the photo tab for some 100 day fun photos!

This is the last week to collect Box Tops!  Please look around and send in what you can!  We were in second or third place the last time I checked.

We are almost completely out of snack.  I'm sure the kids would appreciate it if you have an opportunity to pick up a box of crackers or something similar.

Our third Homework Hoopla was held today.  Our entire class got to participate!  Way to be responsible 2nd graders!!

Week of January 18th..

Thank you to everyone who sent milk jugs!  We have what we need now.  Thanks for your help!

Reminder of the 1:10 out on Wednesday.

Please send in those Box Tops!  We have two more weeks to clip, collect, and turn in!  :)

Look for conference notes to come home this week.  Please return as soon as possible.

The valentine party will be held on Friday, February 12th from 1:30 - 2:25.  A class list will be sent home this week so you can get a start on those valentines.

Congratulations to Lily & Chase for being selected to the Leadership Team!

Week of January 11th...

Don't forget to send in your Box Tops!  A new Box Top contest has begun!

If you have any gallon milk/juice jugs, please send them to school with your child.

Reminder of no school on Monday.

Mid-year testing will begin next week.  The results from those assessments will be shared at conferences.

Congratulations to Haiden & Kael for being selected to the Leadership Team for next week!

Homework Hoopla..

Our next Homework Hoopla celebration is quickly approaching on January 29th. All homework is due to school by January 27th. 

Homework Hoopla is a way that we are able to award 2nd graders for showing responsibility. Please remember these few things about homework:

1. Homework should only take about 5-15 minutes. If it takes longer than this, please send the homework back to school and I would be more than happy to help your 2nd grader complete their assignment.

2. Homework is always asked to be returned the next day but is not required. Homework is asked to be returned the next day as to not let homework build up.  This is also a way for us to help prepare students for 3rd grade, as their homework is due the next day.

3. Homework is an extension of the days math activities. Your 2nd grader should be able to complete the assignment independently with little support. If they require a lot of help, please let me know.

4.  Students are given several reminders each day to turn in and return homework.  Some days I meet with students' individually to let them know what assignments they are missing.  

5. I ask that the 2nd graders ask for any missing assignments, if they ask, I will send a new copy home with them. You can also check PowerSchool for missing assignments and print them off at home from: http://everydaymath.uchicago.edu/parents/2nd-grade/em-at-home/ . 

If I have left out any important information or left any questions unanswered, please let me know and I will be happy to answer them for you!  Thanks for your support!

2016...

It's hard to believe we have 87 days under our belt already!  The students came back ready to learn on Monday.  We spent time reviewing procedures and expectations and they were ready to go.  It was a great transition back!  This is a great group of kids and I really enjoy them!

Our next Homework Hoopla will be Friday, January 29th.

Please make sure your child is dressed appropriately for outside recess.  In order to play in the snow, students must have snowpants and boots.

I will be gone on Monday and Tuesday.  If your child's after school plans change, please contact the office or send a note.  Thank you.

Congratulations to Mila & Landon for being selected to the Leadership Team for next week.