Special Days

The last week of school, each day will have a special theme to it.  I am in need of volunteers and some donated items, so please let me know what you might be willing to do.  

The special days are as follows:

Monday (6/1)- "Book Report Day"

- You will get lots more info. on this, but to tell you a few details your child will be responsible to fill out a book report form for a selected favorite book.  They will receive all information on this May 26th.  They will have to bring items to go along with their book and even dress up as the main character.  They will be presenting their book to the rest of the class.

Tuesday (6/2)- "Pajama Day"

- We have been reading the book "Because of Winn-Dixie" in class throughout the month of May.  We will culminate our reading by watching the movie in class.  Students are encouraged to dress in pajamas with school approved shoes.  They can bring something else (i.e.: stuffed animal, small pillow, etc...) as long as it fits in their back pack.  There will be a permission slip coming home in the next few weeks.

Wednesday (6/3)- "Math Olympics"

- We have been studying measurement.  We will be doing all kinds of measurement "competitions" throughout the morning.  I will need lots of volunteers for this.  Please let me know if you're interested.

Thursday (6/4)- "Game Day"

- Children will be allowed to bring non-electronic games to class.  We will share and play throughout the day.  Kids should also bring yearbooks and anything else they would like signed by their classmates.  We will make time for signing.

Friday (6/5)- Early Dismissal

- Children will be dismissed at 12 noon.  I thought it would be fun to get some breakfast items and enjoy our last day together.  The kids will be helping get the classroom ready for summer.  If you would like to donate a breakfast treat or paper product, please let me know!

Thank You!

       

I received not just one vase-ful of flowers, but three vases full of beautiful flowers from all of the kids today.  I loved how diverse they were and so colorful!  I'm amazed how many vases they filled out.  Thank you Rhonda Hull for the cute dragonfly vases!  It really made my week and I look forward to enjoying the flowers at least through the week, but hopefully into next week as well.  Thank you!

Scholastic book orders

Book order forms went home on Friday.  You can order from all five of them an pay with just one check.  You can also place orders online and make a secure credit card transaction.  All orders must be placed by this Friday, May 8.  All purchases earn points so that I can buy needed classroom materials and books.  This is a great opportunity to buy books for summer reading.

www.scholastic.com/parentordering 

Class username: msdowningsclass

Password: firstgrade

STAR Student

Jacob was our STAR last week.  In addition to his mom and dad at home, Jacob has a younger brother who will be going to Loretto next year.  He has a few dogs and their family likes to take in dogs when they can.  Jacob loves to play soccer and baseball.  He is very unique in that he has a Nana that teaches third grade at his school.  He has a passion for Star Wars related things and loves to read Star Wars books.  Jacob's week wouldn't have been complete without bringing in some bakagons (sp?).   

Play Day and Carnival

Check out the pictures from recent events at school!

STAR Student

Our STAR this week was Mary.  Mary has 5 people in her family and one more baby brother on the way!  She also has two adorable dogs at home.  She loves to listen to music for fun.  Did you know she was born in Washington D.C.?  Mary's favorite books are Magic Tree House and Cam Jansen.  Her favorite toy is her Nintendo DS.

Play Day

1st graders will have their "play day" on Monday, April 20. In case you are not familliar with play day, the entire grade level will be participating in relay activities they have been practicing at PE. It is not a competition, but rather a fun way for kids to cheer eachother on and be active. New this year, there will be NO tug-of-war.

Coach has given us a few reminders:

Proper attire: tennis shoes and sunscreen. Hats are permitted outside.
No chairs
Water bottles stay at tables.
Do not let your students play on any of the equipment. (swings,pull-up bars, etc.)
There will be a water break midway through the relays. (bathroom as well).
Please do not leave any trash on back field.

The plan is to start at 9:30 unless the weather is bad. I'm not sure if this will interfere with our lunch time, so plan on having your child bring their lunch so we can picnic afterward. We will need some water bottles, a cooler to transport them, and possibly a cool treat for the kids to enjoy afterward. If you would like to bring an item, please leave a comment on this post.