We are off to a great start in second grade! Last week we learned and practiced many of our routines. We also learned about how to be safe and respectful in the different areas of our school. We are so excited to be jumping into our regular schedule this week including all of our special classes: art, gym, music, and library!

Our special class schedule this year is as follows:

• Monday - Gym and Music
• Tuesday - Library Checkout
• Wednesday - Gym
• Thursday - Gym and Library Skills
• Friday - Art and Music

Family night notes were sent home last week. Our first family night, "Hot Dogs and How to Help", will be Thursday, September 22th from 5:30-7:00. You only need to return one RSVP per family. For future family nights, look for email invites.

Through September 25th, New Directions is once again having a back to school clothing order. This year, however, will be a little different. All ordering will be done online through Eagle Graphics. There are some samples in Mrs. Mitchell’s office. See the following link to view the AWESOME options in the new order:

https://eaglegraphics.itemorder.com/
Code:  NDLCSPIRIT

Important Dates:

Monday, September 12 - Boy Scout visit during recess

Wednesday, September 14 - PICTURE DAY!

Friday, September 16 - FitnessWear Friday

Friday, September 16 - Fox Cities Kids Fun Run

Curriculum Updates:

Student of the Day started today. If you did not receive the note with your child's day last week, please let me know and I will send another sheet. This is a great way to get to know our classmates at the beginning of the year.

Readers Workshop: We are working on goal setting and keeping ourselves reading during independent time. Students are also working on reading together with a partner.

Writers Workshop: Students have been writing true, small moment stories. These are one time stories, such as the time I lost my first tooth or the time I fell off my bike.

Math Workshop: We have been setting up our math routines and learning how to use our math tools. Students are being assessed on addition math facts.

Social Studies: Last week we talked about our hopes and dreams for second grade. This week we will be brainstorming rules to help us reach our hopes and dreams. 

Thanks for all you do to help and support your child. If you have any thoughts, questions, or concerns, please let me know!

Have a great  week!

Lisa