Sept. 21-25

Dear Parents,

We are going to have another fun-filled and busy week of learning together in second grade. Please mark your calendars for the announcements below.

 Here’s a look into the curriculum this week:

Reading:

The Happy Lion

Junior Great Books Week J

Phonics:

Common ending blends

nt, xt, ct, nd

ex: pant, next, fact, bland,

Red Words: odd, even, what

Grammar:

Identifying verbs

Social Studies/Science:

Locating and Studying about the Major Rivers in Georgia.

Math:

Even and Odd Numbers and Using Number Lines.

Writing:

Personal Narratives

Important Announcements and Reminders:

·      Congratulations to our newest Star Student, Evan! Evan is a caring and cooperative friend to his classmates and has shown lots of enthusiasm this year in second grade. We are excited about learning even more about Evan this week.

·      Please be reminded that the Students’ Book Report in a Bag was set to be due this upcoming Wednesday, Sept. 23^rd. I am extending this deadline to Friday, Sept. 25^th as I have been out at the Reading Training and want to make sure the students are prepared to present their first project in second grade.

·      Elizabeth Sharpton sent an email with information regarding the Annual Reflections Competition. Please consider encouraging your child to participate in this wonderful competition to stretch their creativity. There really is a category for everyone. The class with the most participation wins a party!

·      Please be on the lookout for a Signup Genius email coming soon inviting you to Fall Conferences. If you are not able to find a time, please let me know.

·      The Fall Book Fair is coming up soon! Our class is scheduled to preview the Book Fair next week on Tuesday from 10:45-11:15. Next Friday, Oct. 2^nd will be our Purchase Day from 10:45-11:15. You are welcome to join your child!

·      Please be reminded that we have our trip to Zoo Atlanta is Oct. 5^th. Please pack your child a sack lunch as we will be eating at the zoo that day.

·      Fall Pictures will be Oct. 6^th J

Thanks for your continued support!

Mrs. Peake