Parents-
I hope everyone is doing well. We're working hard here. Here are the highlights, followed by the details:
· Several compliments for our kids recently.
· Valentine's Day – Kids can bring in cards for class and others, be sure to bring bag/box to set out to receive.
· Reading Hatchet by Gary Paulsen
· Math, covering volume
· Social Studies – WWII
· Science – Cells and Microorganisms
· Language Arts – Parts of Speech and conventions
· Writing – Citing facts to support writing
I've had several compliments from other teachers and staff about our group. I was told by one specialist that ours was her favorite class because they're so willing to try activities. Another (the media specialist) talked about how willing the kids are to try new things and how diligent they are about research. She led a class to help them expand their research abilities and they did an outstanding job with it. Today, our principal said how impressed she was with how they moved from listening to activity with their devices and back again. It shows their maturity and responsibility using the devices so well. I'm proud to have a class that stands out for their independence, resourcefulness, responsibility, and academic initiative!
Friday, we will celebrate Valentine's Day. I ask that the kids include all in our class of 28. If they would like to get them to others outside of our class too, that's great. We will set each child's labeled bag or box outside our classroom Friday morning. Then the kids will distribute the Valentines in the morning. We will not be having a "celebration" as some have asked. I ask that everyone be mindful of the nut allergies in our class and other classes.
Our focus of study in each subject is listed above. If you have any questions, feel free to ask.
I would like to reiterate to all that if your child is having trouble in an area, please let me know. I work with them in class and I try to cover each student that I know is struggling with a topic. However, if they appear to "get it" in class, I may not spend the time they truly need. If they express confusion at home, just shoot me an email and I can help clear it all up.
Thanks!
Shane Brazile
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