Week of September 12th, 2011

Paragraph Writing

This past week we have been reading books about authors and how they write. We have gone over the seven traits of good writing in preparation for the paragraphs the children will be asked to write next week. Over the weekend you might want to discuss a topic your child could write about next week. They will be writing a personal narrative. Their story should be about a personal experience such as a vacation, a pet, a friend, or a family event. Discuss ideas only, the paper will be written in class.
There will be a spelling test so watch for the list to come home on Monday along with the blue homework sheet.






Math

We finished our first chapter in math and had the chapter test on Friday. We will begin Chapter 2 on Monday. In this chapter we will use various strategies to reinforce subtraction. Vocabulary words the children will be using are: subtract, take away, compare, count back, difference, fact family and missing addend. We have been practicing math facts with our flash cards. Please continue to do the same at home.

Curriculum Night

It was a pleasure seeing many of you Thursday night. I hope most of your questions were answered. Remember, it is easy to e-mail me if there is something you need clarified. I hope the expectations for second grade are clearer now. Checking their green folders and returning them each day along with the assignment notebook will help keep your child organized.
I am looking forward to working with you and your child to make this a successful year.
Thank you to those of you who were able to sign up for the class parties either to help or send food. The room parents will be contacting everyone to ask for help with some of the items we still need.

Elizabeth Ide Book Fair

The PTO Book Fair will be Thursday, September 15th in the Ide gym. Please show your school support by attending. Our PTO is instrumental in doing many wonderful things to benefit the children at Elizabeth Ide.

Magazine Drive

Another important fund raiser for the district is the magazine drive. The "kick-off" for this activity will be Monday, September 12th. Any support you give is appreciated.