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 18, 2014
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.
**LANGUAGE/HANDWRITING: This week we will review all skills from the second quarter and complete the 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:
**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.
**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.
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!
**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!
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."
**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.
**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.
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!
**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."
**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!
**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.
***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 WEEK: Kaliah
ASK YOUR CHILD TO TELL YOU ABOUT THE BOOK, "STELLALUNA." We are enjoying this book, as well as more about the life of BATS :)
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