I still need tennis balls if you haven't brought any in, yet. The decodable books have been taken care of, but there will be more later in the year. If you are interested in other volunteering opportunities, please e-mail me. I am running the Lego Club for 2nd and 3rd grade starting next Tuesday from 3:45-5:00. Stephanie Welsh will be helping me, thanks Stephanie. We will be building and programming the Legos. It is a 13 week course for $75.00 and the children will get to keep their Legos. Mrs. Freeman is running the K-1st grade group. She is a great teacher, and would love to get to know your first graders.
I wanted to officially introduce my classroom assisstant, Shannon Ayres to you. Shannon has two boys who have been attending BECS. I am excited for her to be helping during the morning work cycle and putting together materials for us. She is a valuable addition to our classroom.
I was not at work Wednesday because my kindergarten son, Alex, had double ear infections. He wasn't feeling well, and was up most of Tuesday night because of the pain in his ears. He is better now. The substitute teacher gave me a good report about my class.
Have a great evening.
I have some first grade decodable books that I need made, which is something that can be done at home. If you would like to volunteer in the classroom, reading time is a great time to come in. Reading is from 12:05-12:55. I understand it is more difficult to come in the middle of the day, but if you want to join us once a week, that would be great. I have first grade reading, Mrs. Tate has second grade reading, and Ms. Oaks has third grade. You can help in my class, or check with the other teachers to help them at that time as well. Another great time to help in the classroom is from 1:30-2:30 during our writing time. The writing process goes smoother when there is more than one person to help the students revise and edit. You can also stay after writing while the class goes to specials and help with projects that need put together.
I am also asking for each family to donate a can of tennis balls to the class. We will try using them as chair socks. I love having wood chairs, but the feet squeak on the tile, which can be disruptive. If you can donate more than one can, please let me know, we will need 120 tennis balls, if everyone brings a can of 3, that is 90 total. Also, if you have any other suggestions for the squeaky chairs, let me know. I have tried several things, but the other teachers have said tennis balls are great.
If your child has not brought a plant, please send them with one by the end of next week.
I hope all of you have a safe and restful holiday weekend.
