Thursday, December 18, 2014

December 18, 2014

Dear Parents and Students,

We have completed our first semester of second grade!  You have worked very hard, and I'm so proud of you.

I hope that each one of you have a blessed Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!  This is the most precious season of the year...and I know you will enjoy special time making memories with your families.

We will come back to school on Tuesday, January 6, 2015.  I'm looking forward to greeting my students then with refreshed smiles on all of our faces! 

Much Love,
Mrs. Boyer

Thursday, December 4, 2014

December 8 - 12 and 15 - 18, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS:

**SEE NOTES BELOW UNDER READING, SPELLING, LANGUAGE, AND MATH FOR FINAL GRADES DURING THE NEXT TWO WEEKS! 

PENGUIN PATCH shopping for kids ~~ December 8 - 12, 2014

CHOIR CONCERT ~~~ December 9th at 6:00 p.m.

Library ~~ Last day to check out books will be December 15.  All books will be turned in by December 16.

SANTA BREAKFAST is December 17th at 9:30 for 2nd grade.

Classroom Christmas Parties will be December 17th.  **MORE information coming home soon!

GOTCHA Movie Party ~~ December 18th.

LAST DAY for students before Christmas Holidays will be Thursday, December 18th.  We will begin loading cars and buses at 12:30 p.m.


**STUDENT OF THE WEEK



**READING/SPELLING:    Students will be completing the READING POST TEST this week, as well as a STAR READING TEST and timed reading for December.  
 
During the next two weeks, students will be tested on the list of "High Frequency Words" or "Fry" words they have been practicing.  Your child knows to keep this in his/her Apple Binder.  We are looking for words to be read correctly and fluently~~these are NOT timed.
There will be no regular spelling words for the next two weeks.  We will be reviewing words from the second quarter. 




**LANGUAGE/HANDWRITING:  This week we will review all skills from the second quarter and complete the test.

 
 

**MATH:   We will review all skills and complete the MATH POST TEST this week.  Students will also do the STAR MATH TEST.
 
**SOCIAL SCIENCE
  The month of  December is so much fun!  We are learning to play handbells!  Students will enjoy a variety of Christmas activities and games.  Some of the books we will read are:
The Gingerbread Baby
The Night Before Christmas
The Polar Express
The Mouse Before Christmas
The Christmas Blizzard
The Alabama Night Before Christmas
Bubba, the Redneck Reindeer
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Friday, November 14, 2014

November 17 - 21, 2014

November 10 - 17, 2014
NEWS FOR PARENTS!   

 
Thanksgiving Lunch at CES is November 20th.  Cost is $3.75 for parents.  Final count must be sent by teacher to the lunchroom by Nov. 18th.

Thanksgiving Holiday: November 24th - 28th

 
You have been given a one page list of "High Frequency Words" or "Fry" words to practice for the 2nd nine weeks.  Your child knows to keep this in his/her Apple Binder.  We are looking for words to be read correctly and fluently~~these are NOT timed.


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.



**STUDENT OF THE WEEK



**READING/SPELLING:   This week's story is "Anansi Goes Fishing."  We are going to learn about folk tales and cause and effect.  We will include books for November:  "The Pilgrims' First Year," "A Turkey for Thanksgiving," and "Young Pocahontas."
 
Our spelling words include compound words.  Practice your words three times every night.  **There are two parts to doing homework: Doing the work at home, and returning it in the homework pocket of your apple binder. Spelling test will be on FRIDAY.
**The two dictation sentences your child needs to practice every night are:
1.  Write a sentence containing a CONTRACTION.
2.  Write an IMPERATIVE sentence.



**LANGUAGE/HANDWRITING:  This week we are learning about compound words.  Handwriting is very important.  Many of you are improving every single day!

 

**MATH 
We are continuing to add two to four 2-digit numbers and subtract two digit numbers this week.  There will be one study guide and one Math Assessments this week!   Please continue studying addition and subtraction facts.


 


**SOCIAL SCIENCE
  The month of November begins with our study of Native American groups.  We will learn about our own community (Coosada) and the Koasati Indians.  This week, we will focus on the Pilgrims, Squanto, and important figures in history during that time.  Students will learn the true meaning of Thanksgiving!

Friday, November 7, 2014

November 10 - 17, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS!   

**DON'T FORGET:  VETERAN'S DAY IS TUESDAY, NOV. 11th!

**We will STILL have our Reading Test on Thursday, with Spelling and Language Tests on Friday.

 
**Progress Reports come home on November 12th

*"FROZEN" Movie Night, November 14th, at CES!  Free entrance at 5:30, with movie beginning at 6:00.  Refreshments available for purchase:
Pizza - $1 per slice, $9 whole pizza; Sodas - $.50; Bottled water - $.75; Popcorn bar FREE.  Bring donations of non-perishable foods for Welcome Center Food Pantry.  ***PLEASE RETURN YOUR PIZZA ORDER SENT HOME TO YOU ON MONDAY!!!

Thanksgiving Lunch at CES is November 20th.  Cost is $3.75 for parents.  Final count must be sent by teacher to the lunchroom by Nov. 18th.

Thanksgiving Holiday: November 24th - 28th

 
You have been given a one page list of "High Frequency Words" or "Fry" words to practice for the 2nd nine weeks.  Your child knows to keep this in his/her Apple Binder.  We are looking for words to be read correctly and fluently~~these are NOT timed.


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.



**STUDENT OF THE WEEK:  Will

Friday, October 31, 2014

November 3 - 7, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS!   

**DON'T FORGET:  VETERAN'S DAY IS NOV. 11TH.  THANK A VETERAN FOR SACRIFICES MADE TO PRESERVE OUR FREEDOM!
 
MATH NIGHT IS TONIGHT:  NOV. 3rd, 6 to 7:00.  Come join us as we teach our family and friends how to play math games we have enjoyed!

  
*Book Fair ~~~ November 3 -7 ~~ In the Library


#1:  Please continue to practice reading passage sent home Monday in the Apple Binder.  This passage will be practiced at home and signed (initials) at the bottom every night.  Set a timer for one minute, and let your child read to you.  Also let him/her read the entire passage for you during the week.  I will be checking every Friday! :)  

#2:  You will be given a one page list of "High Frequency Words" or "Fry" words to practice for the 2nd nine weeks.  Your child knows to keep this in his/her Apple Binder.  We are looking for words to be read correctly and fluently~~these are NOT timed.


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.



**STUDENT OF THE WEEK



**READING/SPELLING:   This week's story is "Pearl and Wagner:  Two Good Friends."  We are going to learn about fantasy stories and "author's purpose."  We will include books for November: "The Legend of the Bluebonnet" and "The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush."
 
Our spelling words include long "e": e, ee, ea, y.  Practice your words three times every night.  **There are two parts to doing homework: Doing the work at home, and returning it in the homework pocket of your apple binder. Spelling test will be on FRIDAY.
**The two dictation sentences your child needs to practice every night are:
1.  Write a DECLARATIVE sentence.
2.  Write an INTERROGATIVE SENTENCE beginning with the word "What."



**LANGUAGE/HANDWRITING:  This week we are reviewing contractions.  Handwriting is very important.  Many of you are improving every single day!

 

**MATH 
We are continuing to add two to four 2-digit numbers and will begin subtracting two digit numbers this week.  There will be two Math Assessments this week!   Please continue studying addition and subtraction facts.
 


**SOCIAL SCIENCE
  The month of November begins with our study of Native American groups.  We will learn about our own community (Coosada) and the Koasati Indians.  The week before Thanksgiving, we will focus on the Pilgrims, Squanto, and important figures in history during that time.  Students will learn the true meaning of Thanksgiving!

Monday, October 27, 2014

October 27, 2014 ~~~~ Parent Letter!



I am sending this message to let you know of some changes taking place this week due to “Red Ribbon Week” and Friday’s Costume Parade.  We will have Reading, Spelling, and Language tests all on Thursday!   Students will be working on all three subjects every day at school.  Please make sure your child practices spelling words every night.  Give a practice test to your child on Wednesday.  Language will continue to be plural and irregular plural nouns.  We are covering these as well during class time.
 

As for Friday, please remember:  NO SCARY COSTUMES, KNIVES, SWORDS, ETC.  We will begin our parade around 8:15 to 8:30.  Kindergarten starts first, so we will be watching as K and 1st parade through our building.  After we finish the parade, we will enjoy our Special Snack.  ***I have sent notes home to nine parents asking for specific things.  Those of you who did NOT get a note will have the chance to send something for our next treat. 

Don’t forget to check our classroom blog for more detailed information!
                                                                                                         
Elaine Boyer

Friday, October 24, 2014

October 27 - 31, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS! ~~~~ COSTUME PARADE IS FRIDAY!

***Red Ribbon Week!  October 27 - 31.  See below:

*Monday - Wear red and make your own mustache.
*Tuesday - Dress like a cowboy/cowgirl and wear boots.
*Wednesday - Dress like a Super Hero
*Thursday - Wear your favorite Team Colors
*Friday - "Drugs are SCARY!"  Wear a NOT scary costume to school for our costume parade.  You may NOT WEAR anything frightening or carry any weapons such as plastic swords, etc.

MATH NIGHT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO MONDAY, NOV. 3rd, 6 to 7:00.
Blue Pods will be performing one song at PTO, then you will dismiss to play math games with your children!

*School Mail Fundraiser ~~~ We need SEVEN more books!!
*Cookie Dough Pickup ~~~ October 28th
 
  
*Book Fair ~~~ November 3 -7 ~~ Lunchroom

*MATH NIGHT!  Monday, November 3rd, from 6 to 7:00

 
#1:  Please continue to practice reading passage sent home Monday in the Apple Binder.  This passage will be practiced at home and signed (initials) at the bottom every night.  Set a timer for one minute, and let your child read to you.  Also let him/her read the entire passage for you during the week.  I will be checking every Friday! :)  (NO PASSAGES SENT HOME THIS WEEK)

#2:  You will be given a one page list of "High Frequency Words" or "Fry" words to practice for the 2nd nine weeks.  Your child knows to keep this in his/her Apple Binder.  We are looking for words to be read correctly and fluently~~these are NOT timed.


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.



**STUDENT OF THE WEEKKaliah

 
ASK YOUR CHILD TO TELL YOU ABOUT THE BOOK, "STELLALUNA."  We are enjoying this book, as well as more about the life of BATS :)

Friday, October 17, 2014

October 20 - 24, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS!

***Red Ribbon Week is NEXT WEEKOctober 27 - 31.  See below:

*Monday - Wear red and make your own mustache.
*Tuesday - Dress like a cowboy/cowgirl and wear boots.
*Wednesday - Dress like a Super Hero
*Thursday - Wear your favorite Team Colors
*Friday - "Drugs are SCARY!"  Wear a NOT scary costume to school for our costume parade.  You may NOT WEAR anything frightening or carry any weapons such as plastic swords, etc.

MATH NIGHT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO MONDAY, NOV. 3rd, 6 to 7:00.
Blue Pods will be performing one song at PTO, then you will dismiss to play math games with your children!

*School Mail Fundraiser Kickoff/Magazine Sales ~~October 20th
*Cookie Dough Pickup ~~~ October 28th
*Read for the Record ~~~ October 21st
*Picture Re-takes ~~~ October 21st


*PINK OUT DAY:  October 22nd ~~~ Nancy's Italian Ice, $2.00
 

*Book Fair ~~~ November 3 -7 ~~ Lunchroom

*MATH NIGHT!  Monday, November 3rd, from 6 to 7:00

 

#1:  Please continue to practice reading passage sent home Monday in the Apple Binder.  This passage will be practiced at home and signed (initials) at the bottom every night.  Set a timer for one minute, and let your child read to you.  Also let him/her read the entire passage for you during the week.  I will be checking every Friday! :)

#2:  You will be given a one page list of "High Frequency Words" or "Fry" words to practice for the 2nd nine weeks.  Your child knows to keep this in his/her Apple Binder.  We are looking for words to be read correctly and fluently~~these are NOT timed.


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.


Tuesday, October 7, 2014

October 13 - 17, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS!

FIELD TRIP NOTICE!!  Please send $25 and the completed field trip form for "A Christmas Carol" by 8:00 on Monday, October 13th.  The date has been extended, but this is the FINAL DAY and money will not be accepted after that date.  We already have three parents signed up as chaperones, so please keep this in mind. 

**International Walk Day is Monday, October 13!  You received a notice in your child's Apple Binder. Family members are invited to come walk with their children during P.E. time.  **OUR P.E. TIME IS FROM 11:00 to 11:40 a.m.  Come join us!


·        Cookie Dough Ends—October 13th

·        PTO Yellow Pods- October 14th

·        Gotcha "Dance" Party- October 17- 2nd


 October 16th ~~~ Report Cards

#1:  Please continue to practice reading passage sent home Monday in the Apple Binder.  This passage will be practiced at home and signed (initials) at the bottom every night.  Set a timer for one minute, and let your child read to you.  Also let him/her read the entire passage for you during the week.  I will be checking every Friday! :)

#2:  You will be given a one page list of "High Frequency Words" or "Fry" words to practice for the 2nd nine weeks.  Your child knows to keep this in his/her Apple Binder.  We are looking for words to be read correctly and fluently~~these are NOT timed.


Our PE Department will be selling JUICE FLAVORED shaved ice this year.  The next scheduled date is October 15th.  Please send $1.50 CASH at least two days ahead.  Make SURE you send exact change in an envelope or zip bag with your child's name and homeroom teacher clearly identified. The money raised will be used to purchase additional PE and playground equipment.  Thank you so much!


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.


**STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Bailey


**READING/SPELLING:   This week's words include "r" controlled vowels:  er, ir, ur.  Practice your words three times every night.  **There are two parts to doing homework: Doing the work at home, and returning it in the homework pocket of your apple binder. Spelling test will be on FRIDAY.
**The two dictation sentences your child needs to practice every night are:
1.  Write an interrogative sentence beginning with "Who."
2.  Write an imperative sentence.



**LANGUAGE/HANDWRITING:  This week we are learning about singular and plural nouns.  Students will complete a "Plural Noun Booklet" and keep it at school.  When we are finished, your child will bring this booklet home for you to see.
 

**MATH 
We are finding the sum of three addends.  Students will be using a variety of methods, including the use of parentheses, to add these numbers.  Please continue studying addition facts.
 


**SOCIAL SCIENCE
  Our class will begin learning what it means to be an "immigrant."  We will continue with the continents, identifying them by shape and description. 

Friday, September 26, 2014

September 29 - October 3, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS!

**International Walk Day is OCTOBER 3rd!  You received a notice in your child's Apple Binder. Family members are invited to come walk with their children during P.E. time.  **OUR P.E. TIME IS FROM 11:00 to 11:40 a.m.  Come join us!

FALL BREAK!  October 6 - 10 ~~~ Enjoy your family time :)

October 16th ~~~ Report Cards

New passages will come home after Fall Break!.... Students are bringing home one reading passage every Monday in the Apple Binder.  This passage will be practiced at home and signed (initials) at the bottom every night.  Set a timer for one minute, and let your child read to you.  Also let him/her read the entire passage for you during the week.  I will be checking every Friday! :)

FIELD TRIP NOTICE!!  Please send $25 and the completed field trip form for "A Christmas Carol" by 8:00 on Monday, October 13th.  The date has been extended, but this is the FINAL DAY and money will not be accepted after that date.  We already have three parents signed up as chaperones, so please keep this in mind. 


Our PE Department will be selling JUICE FLAVORED shaved ice this year.  The scheduled date is on October 2.  Please send $1.50 CASH at least two days ahead.  Make SURE you send exact change in an envelope or zip bag with your child's name and homeroom teacher clearly identified. The money raised will be used to purchase additional PE and playground equipment.  Thank you so much!


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.


 ***Please join our PTO!!! We need YOU. Membership is $10.00. Let's show all the other classes that we are the BEST when it comes to PTO participation :)  We have TWO memberships plus Mrs. Boyer so far.

**STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Haley


**READING/SPELLING:  This week we will NOT have our regular weekly story and skill.  Students will review and complete the Reading Post Test for 1st Nine Weeks.  There will also be NO Spelling Test this week but only review activities.

 
**There are two parts to doing homework: Doing the work at home, and returning it in the homework pocket of your apple binder. Spelling test will be on FRIDAY.



**LANGUAGE/HANDWRITING
We are focusing on reviewing all skills and taking the Language Assessment this week.
 
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**MATH 
We are  reviewing and completing the Math Post Test this week.  ** Use addition flash cards, games and computer activities to reinforce addition facts.



**SOCIAL SCIENCE
  Our class will begin studying the continents, identifying them by shape and description. 

Friday, September 19, 2014

September 22 - 26, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS!

SEE YOU AT THE POLE will be this Wednesday, September 24th at 7:00 a.m. Come join us for a time of prayer for our school!

Students are bringing home one reading passage every Monday in the Apple Binder.  This passage will be practiced at home and signed (initials) at the bottom every night.  Set a timer for one minute, and let your child read to you.  Also let him/her read the entire passage for you during the week.  I will be checking every Friday! :)

Please send $25 and the completed field trip form for "A Christmas Carol" by 8:00 on Monday, October 13th.  The date has been extended, but this is the FINAL DAY and money will not be accepted after that date.  We already have three parents signed up as chaperones, so please keep this in mind. 



Prime Time Reading (for those already signed up) is Tuesday, September 23rd from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.


Our PE Department will be selling JUICE FLAVORED shaved ice this year.  The scheduled date is on October 2.  Please send $1.50 CASH at least two days ahead.  Make SURE you send exact change in an envelope or zip bag with your child's name and homeroom teacher clearly identified. The money raised will be used to purchase additional PE and playground equipment.  Thank you so much!

Student Council Installation -- Sept. 25 at 9:00 a.m. in the gym.  Parents have already received invitations.


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.

 
***Don't forget to send $3.00 for your Apple Binder AND $6.00 for class shirt!   Ask your child if he/she has paid for these.  There is a note in the Apple Binder.
   
***Please join our PTO!!! We need YOU. Membership is $10.00. Let's show all the other classes that we are the BEST when it comes to PTO participation :)  We have TWO memberships plus Mrs. Boyer so far.

**STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Daniel


**READING/SPELLING  Our story this week is “Ronald Morgan Goes to Bat."  We will read this story, as well as other stories and poetry, to reinforce the skill for this week.


 
Please write Spelling words three times each every night at home! We will check words at school daily.  *GIVE YOUR CHILD A PRACTICE SPELLING TEST ON THURSDAY. Phonics:  We are learning about contractions.
**DICTATION SENTENCES include writing exclamatory and declarative sentences.  You must use at least five words in each sentence.
**There are two parts to doing homework: Doing the work at home, and returning it in the homework pocket of your apple binder. Spelling test will be on FRIDAY.



**LANGUAGE/HANDWRITING
We are focusing our study on dictionary skills this week.   Please encourage your child to use correct letter formation.  Handwriting counts!
 
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**MATH 
We are learning how to read and solve word problems.  It is important to focus on key words found in each problem.  Your child is encouraged to find different ways to solve problems, and to draw pictures to help, if necessary.  Students are practicing addition facts every day in class. ** Use addition flash cards, games and computer activities to reinforce addition facts.



**SOCIAL SCIENCE
  This week we celebrate Johnny Appleseed's birthday!  Students will read books, poetry, make a booklet, and read a play together.  Please send a package of single serve apple sauce for next Friday's treat :)

Friday, September 12, 2014

September 15 - 19, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS!

Students are bringing home one reading passage every Monday in the Apple Binder.  This passage will be practiced at home and signed (initials) at the bottom every night.  Set a timer for one minute, and let your child read to you.  Also let him/her read the entire passage for you during the week.  I will be checking every Friday! :)

Please send $25 and the completed field trip form for "A Christmas Carol" by Tuesday, September 30th.  We already have three parents signed up as chaperones, so please keep this in mind. 


FALL PICTURES~~~~ September 17th :)


Prime Time Reading (for those already signed up) is Tuesday, September 9th from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.


Our PE Department will be selling JUICE FLAVORED shaved ice this year.  The scheduled dates are Tuesday, September 16, and on October 2.  Please send $1.50 CASH at least two days ahead.  Make SURE you send exact change in an envelope or zip bag with your child's name and homeroom teacher clearly identified. The money raised will be used to purchase additional PE and playground equipment.  Thank you so much!


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.

 
***Don't forget to send $3.00 for your Apple Binder AND $6.00 for class shirt!   Ask your child if he/she has paid for these.  There is a note in the Apple Binder.
   
***Please join our PTO!!! We need YOU. Membership is $10.00. Let's show all the other classes that we are the BEST when it comes to PTO participation :)  We have TWO memberships plus Mrs. Boyer so far.

**STUDENT OF THE WEEK:  Sierra


**READING/SPELLING  Our story this week is “Tara and Tiree, Fearless Friends."  We will read this story, as well as other stories and poetry, to reinforce the skill for this week.
 
Please write Spelling words three times each every night at home! We will check words at school daily.  Phonics: R-controlled vowels - such as "ar" and "or."
**DICTATION SENTENCES include writing an interrogative sentence with the word DO and writing a declarative sentence.  You must use at least five words in each sentence.
**There are two parts to doing homework: Doing the work at home, and returning it in the homework pocket of your apple binder. Spelling test will be on FRIDAY.



**LANGUAGE/HANDWRITING
We are continuing to learn about collective nouns this week.  (A "gaggle" of geese, or a "herd" of cattle.)  Review of four types of sentences will be included in this week's Language Test. Please encourage your child to use correct letter formation.  Handwriting counts!
 
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**MATH 
We are learning about ways to compare numbers into the hundreds.  There will be two math tests this week on place value, even and odd numbers, and four ways to write a number. Students are practicing addition facts every day in class. ** Use addition flash cards, games and computer activities to reinforce addition facts.



**SOCIAL SCIENCE
 Continue studying mountains, valleys, deserts, rivers, and oceans.  We'll complete our "Geography Dictionary.