You have probably already noticed your child is ready for summer vacation, but we can make it until Friday, May 22, at 12:30 PM. (May 22nd will be our last day of school for the 2014-2015 school year!)
Your child will be bringing home most— if not, all of his/her school supplies on Thursday, May 21st.
On the last day of school (Friday), your child will receive his/her grade card–if all lunch charges are paid, Tiger Tales charges are paid, library books returned, etc. Your child will also be bringing home his/her Data Binder. So, your child WILL need his/her backpack. We will also reminisce over our year together.
Please click on the links below for some fun review activities for your child.
May & June Summer Activities July & August Summer Activities
Have a fun and safe summer–and don’t forget to read!
Your child will be bringing home most— if not, all of his/her school supplies on Thursday, May 21st.
On the last day of school (Friday), your child will receive his/her grade card–if all lunch charges are paid, Tiger Tales charges are paid, library books returned, etc. Your child will also be bringing home his/her Data Binder. So, your child WILL need his/her backpack. We will also reminisce over our year together.
Please click on the links below for some fun review activities for your child.
May & June Summer Activities July & August Summer Activities
Have a fun and safe summer–and don’t forget to read!
Camp Beck
Learning can be so much fun! Do you know what will happen if you put two Mentos candies into a 2-liter of cola? There is a reaction between the carbonated beverage (Sam’s Cola, Sam’s Diet Cola, and Big Red) and Mentos mints that causes the beverage to spray out of its container.
If you would like to try this at home, you will need the following:
*Mentos candies (DO NOT USE Mentos gum—it will not work.)
*2-liter bottle of a carbonated beverage
*the great outdoors (Unless you want to clean up a mess)
Have fun!
Learning can be so much fun! Do you know what will happen if you put two Mentos candies into a 2-liter of cola? There is a reaction between the carbonated beverage (Sam’s Cola, Sam’s Diet Cola, and Big Red) and Mentos mints that causes the beverage to spray out of its container.
If you would like to try this at home, you will need the following:
*Mentos candies (DO NOT USE Mentos gum—it will not work.)
*2-liter bottle of a carbonated beverage
*the great outdoors (Unless you want to clean up a mess)
Have fun!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!
I feel so blessed! I want to thank you for all the goodies this week--flowers, bottles of water, and chocolate! Also, the cards that your children made are priceless. I treasure each one. Again, thank you. I am very blessed to be your child's teacher this year.
I feel so blessed! I want to thank you for all the goodies this week--flowers, bottles of water, and chocolate! Also, the cards that your children made are priceless. I treasure each one. Again, thank you. I am very blessed to be your child's teacher this year.
Field Trip
We had a WONDERFUL time on our field trip to CiCi's Pizza! The students were able to take a quick tour of the kitchen then they tried their hand at making a pizza. Pepperoni and Cheese pizzas seemed to be the favorites. After our morning of fun, we were off to the park. The Nathaniel Greene Park was PERFECT! We played on the equipment and with our friends. All this could not have been possible without our volunteers. So, a HUGE thank you for all the volunteers! You are appreciated!
We had a WONDERFUL time on our field trip to CiCi's Pizza! The students were able to take a quick tour of the kitchen then they tried their hand at making a pizza. Pepperoni and Cheese pizzas seemed to be the favorites. After our morning of fun, we were off to the park. The Nathaniel Greene Park was PERFECT! We played on the equipment and with our friends. All this could not have been possible without our volunteers. So, a HUGE thank you for all the volunteers! You are appreciated!
It's Time for a Field Trip!
Yippee! We are going on a FIELD TRIP! Your child should bring home a permission slip today (Tuesday, April 21st). If not, please click HERE. The first grade students will be taking a field trip to CiCi's Pizza and to Nathaniel Greene Park. For more information, please see the permission slip.
Yippee! We are going on a FIELD TRIP! Your child should bring home a permission slip today (Tuesday, April 21st). If not, please click HERE. The first grade students will be taking a field trip to CiCi's Pizza and to Nathaniel Greene Park. For more information, please see the permission slip.
Thursday, March 26th is Picture Day!
Next week (March 9-13) school will NOT be in session. I hope that everyone enjoys a relaxing week with family.
Read Across America Week-Below are the scheduled dress up days.
- Monday--PJ Day and free breakfast in the classroom for EVERYONE!
- Tuesday--CRAZY SOCKS AND HATS (bring canned food for food pantry)
- Wednesday--STRIPES FROM HEAD TO TOE
- Thursday--MIX AND MATCH
- Friday--FAVORITE STORYBOOK CHARACTER & SCHOOL WIDE BOOK READ KICK-OFF!!!
Thank you Mrs. B! We loved our Friendship Salad lesson. We will be kind and respectful friends.
The students had such a FABULOUS Valentine's Day party! Thank you for all goodies that were sent or brought to the party!
Willard South Student Council has a request.
This Wednesday, February 4th, please wear BLUE to show support for Officer and Mrs. Pearson. Also,we will be collecting coins (or dollars/checks) for our "Change A Life Coin Drive."
This Wednesday, February 4th, please wear BLUE to show support for Officer and Mrs. Pearson. Also,we will be collecting coins (or dollars/checks) for our "Change A Life Coin Drive."
Yearbooks on Sale Now!
Your child should have brought home a yearbook order form this week. If not, below is the information needed to order a school yearbook.
Your child should have brought home a yearbook order form this week. If not, below is the information needed to order a school yearbook.
Valentine Box or Bag
It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and that means our Valentine’s Day class parties are right around the corner. We will be sharing and passing out Valentines cards on the day of the party. If you would like to construct and/or decorate a Valentines box with your child, please feel free to do so! You can make your box as elaborate or as simple as you would like! If you do not have time or supplies to make a box with your child, we will make a Valentines bag at school on the day of the party. Also, if your child needs Valentine cards to pass out please let me know!
To help your child write a Valentine for each friend, please click on class list. You may send your child’s Valentine’s box and Valentine’s Day cards to school Thursday, February 12th.
Our class party will be Thursday, February 12 at 2:45 pm. (To help with the party expenses, please send $2 to school with your child in an envelope.) Please make sure to send your child’s box with them on the day of the party! If you have any questions, let me know!
Happy crafting!
It’s almost Valentine’s Day, and that means our Valentine’s Day class parties are right around the corner. We will be sharing and passing out Valentines cards on the day of the party. If you would like to construct and/or decorate a Valentines box with your child, please feel free to do so! You can make your box as elaborate or as simple as you would like! If you do not have time or supplies to make a box with your child, we will make a Valentines bag at school on the day of the party. Also, if your child needs Valentine cards to pass out please let me know!
To help your child write a Valentine for each friend, please click on class list. You may send your child’s Valentine’s box and Valentine’s Day cards to school Thursday, February 12th.
Our class party will be Thursday, February 12 at 2:45 pm. (To help with the party expenses, please send $2 to school with your child in an envelope.) Please make sure to send your child’s box with them on the day of the party! If you have any questions, let me know!
Happy crafting!
Student Learning Portfolios & Grade Cards
Today (1/12/15) your child brought home his/her Student Learning Portfolio or Data Binder along with his/her report card. Inside this portfolio you will find some very important information about your child’s academic progress. The purpose of this portfolio is to keep track of your child’s assessments and progress from preformative assessment to summative assessment. You will see tabbed dividers for math, reading, writing, and behavior. In each section there are graphs tracking your child’s scores on the assessments for each area along with the assessment that was given. Please review these graphs and assessments with your child. It is my goal to celebrate PROGRESS not PERFECTION! Please join me in celebrating your child’s achievements! You may keep the copy of the report card, but please send the Data Binder back to school by Wednesday, January 14th.
Today (1/12/15) your child brought home his/her Student Learning Portfolio or Data Binder along with his/her report card. Inside this portfolio you will find some very important information about your child’s academic progress. The purpose of this portfolio is to keep track of your child’s assessments and progress from preformative assessment to summative assessment. You will see tabbed dividers for math, reading, writing, and behavior. In each section there are graphs tracking your child’s scores on the assessments for each area along with the assessment that was given. Please review these graphs and assessments with your child. It is my goal to celebrate PROGRESS not PERFECTION! Please join me in celebrating your child’s achievements! You may keep the copy of the report card, but please send the Data Binder back to school by Wednesday, January 14th.
Happy 2015!
I hope everyone enjoyed our Christmas vacation. I know that I did! The students have started the year off well! So, tomorrow, Thursday (January 8th) the students may wear their PJs to school. As well, they may bring a small stuffed animal to help celebrate our third Compliment Party for having wonderful behavior. (Tomorrow is also Motor Lab Day. Please have your child wear their sneakers.)
I hope everyone enjoyed our Christmas vacation. I know that I did! The students have started the year off well! So, tomorrow, Thursday (January 8th) the students may wear their PJs to school. As well, they may bring a small stuffed animal to help celebrate our third Compliment Party for having wonderful behavior. (Tomorrow is also Motor Lab Day. Please have your child wear their sneakers.)
Gingerbread Ornaments
We made gingerbread ornaments today, and we had a blast. If you would like to make ornaments at home with your family, please check out our recipe below.
EASY GINGERBREAD MEN
(Makes 6 ornaments)
1/2 cup applesauce
1/2 cup cinnamon
2 tablespoons of household glue (We used Elmer's School Glue.)
1. Mix all ingredients together and roll on wax paper to 1/4-inch thickness.
2. Use a cookie cutter to cut out the shapes of the ornament.
3. Poke a small hole in the top of the ornament using the end of a straw, pencil, chopstick, or similar object.
4. Allow ornaments to air dry for 1-3 days.
5. Decorate ornaments. (Ornaments need to be completely dry.) We plan to use fabric paint to decorate our ornaments.
We made gingerbread ornaments today, and we had a blast. If you would like to make ornaments at home with your family, please check out our recipe below.
EASY GINGERBREAD MEN
(Makes 6 ornaments)
1/2 cup applesauce
1/2 cup cinnamon
2 tablespoons of household glue (We used Elmer's School Glue.)
1. Mix all ingredients together and roll on wax paper to 1/4-inch thickness.
2. Use a cookie cutter to cut out the shapes of the ornament.
3. Poke a small hole in the top of the ornament using the end of a straw, pencil, chopstick, or similar object.
4. Allow ornaments to air dry for 1-3 days.
5. Decorate ornaments. (Ornaments need to be completely dry.) We plan to use fabric paint to decorate our ornaments.
Note from our Home Parent
Dear Parents,
Our Winter Party is on Thursday, December 18th from 2:45-3:30. I can't believe it's already here! We will be making fun crafts, eating treats, and playing a game. Please feel free to attend the party to help out, or spend time with your child! If you are able to help out with the cost of the party, please send $2 in an envelope with my name. If you would rater sign up to bring a certain item ( sweet or salty snack, paper goods, drinks, etc.), please let me know by texting or calling me at (417) 860-3892. You can also reach me by email at [email protected].
Thanks!
Erin Cook
(Hayden's Mom)
Dear Parents,
Our Winter Party is on Thursday, December 18th from 2:45-3:30. I can't believe it's already here! We will be making fun crafts, eating treats, and playing a game. Please feel free to attend the party to help out, or spend time with your child! If you are able to help out with the cost of the party, please send $2 in an envelope with my name. If you would rater sign up to bring a certain item ( sweet or salty snack, paper goods, drinks, etc.), please let me know by texting or calling me at (417) 860-3892. You can also reach me by email at [email protected].
Thanks!
Erin Cook
(Hayden's Mom)
Holiday Bike Give Away
It is not too late! If you would like to the opportunity to have your child's name entered into the drawing, please click HERE.
It is not too late! If you would like to the opportunity to have your child's name entered into the drawing, please click HERE.
Pumpkin Fluff
Source: All Recipes
Prep time: 5 mins
Total time: 5 mins
Serves: 8
Ingredients
Instructions
Source: http://www.stockpilingmoms.com/2012/09/pinterest-daily-pin-pumpkin-fluff/
Source: All Recipes
Prep time: 5 mins
Total time: 5 mins
Serves: 8
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) container frozen whipped topping, thawed
- 1 (5 ounce) package instant vanilla pudding mix - use fat free, sugar-free for Weight Watchers version
- 1 (15 ounce) can solid pack pumpkin
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together instant vanilla pudding mix, pumpkin and pumpkin pie spice.
- Fold in the thawed frozen whipped topping.
- Chill in the refrigerator until serving
- Serve with nilla wafers or graham crackers.
Source: http://www.stockpilingmoms.com/2012/09/pinterest-daily-pin-pumpkin-fluff/
Upcoming Events
Thursday, October 23rd--Parent/Teacher conferences 4:00 to 7:00 PM
Week of October 27th - October 31st -- Red Ribbon Week
Monday, October 27th - Wear as much red as you can
Tuesday, October 28th - Wear your Willard Tiger gear
----Tiger Pride Assembly at 2:45 PM in the cafeteria
---- 3:30-6:30 PM Fundraiser Pick-up
----Parent/Teacher conferences 4:00 to 7:00 PM
Wednesday, October 29th - Wear red, white and blue
Thursday, October 30th - Wear your favorite sports team's jersey or t-shirt
----Picture Re-takes
Friday, October 31st - Wear your best mustache
----Fall Party @ 2:45 PM
Monday, November 3rd -- No School
Tuesday, November 4th -- No School
Thursday, October 23rd--Parent/Teacher conferences 4:00 to 7:00 PM
Week of October 27th - October 31st -- Red Ribbon Week
Monday, October 27th - Wear as much red as you can
Tuesday, October 28th - Wear your Willard Tiger gear
----Tiger Pride Assembly at 2:45 PM in the cafeteria
---- 3:30-6:30 PM Fundraiser Pick-up
----Parent/Teacher conferences 4:00 to 7:00 PM
Wednesday, October 29th - Wear red, white and blue
Thursday, October 30th - Wear your favorite sports team's jersey or t-shirt
----Picture Re-takes
Friday, October 31st - Wear your best mustache
----Fall Party @ 2:45 PM
Monday, November 3rd -- No School
Tuesday, November 4th -- No School
Our Leaf Project
Next week, we will begin our investigation of Autumn. We will be doing a project that involves leaves. Each student will need to collect 8-10 leaves to bring to school. If you can find more, feel free to bring more! The leaves your child collects will need to be different shapes, sizes, and colors. Try to find a good variety! Please place your child’s leaves in a Ziploc baggie and label it with his or her name. Your child’s leaves are due on Tuesday, October 7! Have fun exploring nature and enjoy the cool, fall weather!
Next week, we will begin our investigation of Autumn. We will be doing a project that involves leaves. Each student will need to collect 8-10 leaves to bring to school. If you can find more, feel free to bring more! The leaves your child collects will need to be different shapes, sizes, and colors. Try to find a good variety! Please place your child’s leaves in a Ziploc baggie and label it with his or her name. Your child’s leaves are due on Tuesday, October 7! Have fun exploring nature and enjoy the cool, fall weather!
Book It Reading Program
Book It is a national reading program in which your child can earn a free pizza coupon each month if they read ten books! It’s that easy! All you have to do is write down the title and author of the ten books your child reads. Each month you will sign the form and turn it back in to me by the end of the month. This month’s Book It will be due on October 31 (the last day of school for the month). The program lasts from October to March. If you have any questions, please let me know! Happy Reading!
Book It is a national reading program in which your child can earn a free pizza coupon each month if they read ten books! It’s that easy! All you have to do is write down the title and author of the ten books your child reads. Each month you will sign the form and turn it back in to me by the end of the month. This month’s Book It will be due on October 31 (the last day of school for the month). The program lasts from October to March. If you have any questions, please let me know! Happy Reading!
School Pictures
Pictures will be taken on Thursday, October 2nd. If you wish to purchase pictures, please complete the Inter-State Studio picture form. If your child does not have a form, please click here for a copy.
Pictures will be taken on Thursday, October 2nd. If you wish to purchase pictures, please complete the Inter-State Studio picture form. If your child does not have a form, please click here for a copy.
Student Learning Portfolios
Today (9/26) your child brought home his/her Student Learning Portfolio. Inside this portfolio you will find some very important information about your child’s academic progress. The purpose of this portfolio is to keep track of your child’s assessments and progress from preformative assessment to summative assessment. You will see tabbed dividers for math, reading, writing, and behavior. In each section there are graphs tracking your child’s scores on the assessments for each area along with the assessment that was given. Please review these graphs and assessments each time your child brings their portfolio home. It is my goal to celebrate PROGRESS not PERFECTION! Please join me in celebrating your child’s achievements! I will be sending these portfolios home once a month. They will come home on the last Friday of the month and will need to be returned on the following Monday. It is imperative that each child brings their portfolio back to school. Your child will be eligible to pick out of our prize box if they bring their portfolio back on the correct day.
Today (9/26) your child brought home his/her Student Learning Portfolio. Inside this portfolio you will find some very important information about your child’s academic progress. The purpose of this portfolio is to keep track of your child’s assessments and progress from preformative assessment to summative assessment. You will see tabbed dividers for math, reading, writing, and behavior. In each section there are graphs tracking your child’s scores on the assessments for each area along with the assessment that was given. Please review these graphs and assessments each time your child brings their portfolio home. It is my goal to celebrate PROGRESS not PERFECTION! Please join me in celebrating your child’s achievements! I will be sending these portfolios home once a month. They will come home on the last Friday of the month and will need to be returned on the following Monday. It is imperative that each child brings their portfolio back to school. Your child will be eligible to pick out of our prize box if they bring their portfolio back on the correct day.
Our Science Experiment
I think the highlight of this past week was doing our first science experiment! First, the children made a hypothesis (guess) whether or not the items we selected would sink or float when we put the items in water. Then the children placed their items into the water. Finally, we recorded our results in our science notebooks. From the excitement in the room, I do believe that the children love science!
I think the highlight of this past week was doing our first science experiment! First, the children made a hypothesis (guess) whether or not the items we selected would sink or float when we put the items in water. Then the children placed their items into the water. Finally, we recorded our results in our science notebooks. From the excitement in the room, I do believe that the children love science!
Scholastic Book Orders
Your child should have brought home a couple of Scholastic Book Order forms today (9/12/14). Please do not feel as if you must order something from this company. However; if you would like to order:
1) Fill out the attached order form and return it to school with a check (made out to Scholastic Book Clubs) or cash (exact change if possible).
2) Place the order online. Here’s how it works:
a) Use the information below to access the Scholastic Book Clubs website
b) Browse the titles with your child, and place your order with your credit card.
c) Your order will come to me, and your credit card payment will go directly to
Scholastic’s secure server. There is no need to send money to school.
d) After I submit, the entire class’s order to Scholastic, your order will be delivered to our
classroom for your child to taken home.
www.scholastic.com/readingclub
Class code: GKBJB
Once you enter the class code you will be prompted to set up your own usename and password.
Your child should have brought home a couple of Scholastic Book Order forms today (9/12/14). Please do not feel as if you must order something from this company. However; if you would like to order:
1) Fill out the attached order form and return it to school with a check (made out to Scholastic Book Clubs) or cash (exact change if possible).
2) Place the order online. Here’s how it works:
a) Use the information below to access the Scholastic Book Clubs website
b) Browse the titles with your child, and place your order with your credit card.
c) Your order will come to me, and your credit card payment will go directly to
Scholastic’s secure server. There is no need to send money to school.
d) After I submit, the entire class’s order to Scholastic, your order will be delivered to our
classroom for your child to taken home.
www.scholastic.com/readingclub
Class code: GKBJB
Once you enter the class code you will be prompted to set up your own usename and password.
Math Workshop
The children are working on combining numbers. We have played Double Compare and Double Compare Dots. I have included these games as well as other games may we will be learning to play in coming weeks. To play, please have your child click on the Math Workshop tab. Directions and game boards have been linked to this page for your child. While your child is playing a game, he/she is also learning. Have fun!
The children are working on combining numbers. We have played Double Compare and Double Compare Dots. I have included these games as well as other games may we will be learning to play in coming weeks. To play, please have your child click on the Math Workshop tab. Directions and game boards have been linked to this page for your child. While your child is playing a game, he/she is also learning. Have fun!
Family and Fun
WOW! It has been a week. I am thankful that we have Monday off due to the Labor Day holiday. I hope everyone enjoys our three-day weekend.
We have taken our first spelling test today (8/29/14), and your child should have brought it home. As we said in the spelling note, the spelling test will NOT be recorded for a score, but it was "graded" to help monitor student progress. Please continue to study with your child each week. He/she needs to know these words in order to be a successful reader and writer!
WOW! It has been a week. I am thankful that we have Monday off due to the Labor Day holiday. I hope everyone enjoys our three-day weekend.
We have taken our first spelling test today (8/29/14), and your child should have brought it home. As we said in the spelling note, the spelling test will NOT be recorded for a score, but it was "graded" to help monitor student progress. Please continue to study with your child each week. He/she needs to know these words in order to be a successful reader and writer!
First Week of School
We had a busy first week of school, but we had a wonderful week. We spent time getting to know each other. We have 12 boys and 12 girls in our class. (Your child should have gotten home with an envelope with his/her first day of school picture in it.)
Thank you for looking at your child's Communication Folder (Red folder) this weekend. Each child has a calendar in his/her communication folder which has a stamp for the kind of day that your child has had here at school. Example--Green mean a good day. Yellow means that he/she had to have a few reminders to follow the school rules. Tiger Stripes means he/she has had an EXCEPTIONAL day.
Thank you, in advance, for your help throughout the coming school year. We are looking forward to a great time together in first grade.
We had a busy first week of school, but we had a wonderful week. We spent time getting to know each other. We have 12 boys and 12 girls in our class. (Your child should have gotten home with an envelope with his/her first day of school picture in it.)
Thank you for looking at your child's Communication Folder (Red folder) this weekend. Each child has a calendar in his/her communication folder which has a stamp for the kind of day that your child has had here at school. Example--Green mean a good day. Yellow means that he/she had to have a few reminders to follow the school rules. Tiger Stripes means he/she has had an EXCEPTIONAL day.
Thank you, in advance, for your help throughout the coming school year. We are looking forward to a great time together in first grade.
Welcome to my blog/website! Our "Meet the Teacher Night" will be Tuesday, August 12th, from 6:00-7:00 PM. I hope that you will be able to drop by Room 17. When you come, please bring your school supplies.
