Dear First-Grade Families,
I hope everyone is well and is ready for another exciting week in 1st grade! Here’s a look at what’s coming up this week, 9/9-9/13. Please make sure to read all important information to avoid questions that are clearly stated on all emails. I would greatly appreciate it! If you missed my email last week, you can check out my school blog.
Back To School Night Presentation:
Here is the link to my B2SN presentation. Sadly the presentations had to be cut short, but you can find all the information here and on my syllabus attached to this message (especially homework details).
Thank you to all parents who have shared interest in being room parents and room volunteers. I would like to officially announce our first-grade room parents! I can’t wait to work with you all.
| Student | First Name | Last Name |
| Gianni Pineda | Brenda and JC | Pineda |
| Esmeralda Villalobos | Brenda | Villalobos |
| Ethan Joseph | Erick and Nivia | Joseph |
| Alexa Cruz | Claudia | Guzman |
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/17AMgObBBE_k-Swq7svqH9Z3wwqfnQU_ly-7t_aQnHvU/edit?usp=sharing
Parent-Teacher Conference Sign up Genius link:
So far I have 13 families that haven’t signed up for Parent-Teacher conference. Here is the link if you need to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0A4DA9AB29A2F9CF8-51132950-first#/
First Grade Syllabus
Here is a link to our first-grade syllabus: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1w1HIq8odmXrj_2kvbVxjJtQU4U03y60m/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=106817678134878846812&rtpof=true&sd=true
Focus of the Week
- Math: Addition Concepts
- Reading: What is a Pal?
- Word Study: Short a and short i
- Grammar: Making Sentences.
- Religion: Lesson 2 (God Cares for us)
Tests
Thursday
- Math Module 1: Test Review
Friday
- Reading Comprehension (Multiple Choice)
- Vocabulary (Multiple Choice)
- Phonics (Multiple Choice)
- Word Study (Short answer)
Important Reminders
- Restroom Policy: As a reminder, students may use the restroom during transitions and breaks. Please encourage your child to use these opportunities as repeated requests during class discussions will result in a clip down.
- Uniforms: Uniform infractions will be issued if students are not compliant. Please refer to the student handbook and the Back to School Night slides.
- Make-Up Tests: Parents, if your child misses a test, please email me to schedule a make-up session for Make-Up Monday. Without an appointment, your child will receive an NI (Needs Improvement) on the missed test. Remember, big tests are given every Friday.
Bake sale:
Please ensure you sign up for the 1st grade bake sale. You can sign up at this link created by Mrs. Brenda Pineda: https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/70A0A4CA4AB2AA3F85-51132903-1stgrade
Amazon Wishlist
As we gear up for an exciting school year filled with learning and growth, I wanted to share a wonderful opportunity to further enhance our classroom experience. I created an Amazon Wishlist with carefully selected items that will greatly benefit our students’ education journey. You may check out the link below.
https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/36U1P6MLO309
UPCOMING EVENTS
School calendar can be found (clicking here)
- Sept 3-October 11– Fall Chocolate Fundraiser
- Sept 9 – Fall Chocolate monies due if you want to qualify for Trojan Drawing #1 on 9/12
- Sept 12 – Trojan Drawing #1 outside by St. Jude statue at 1pm
- Sept 15 – Catechetical Sunday, all families welcome! 11am Mass, First Mandatory Bake Sale
- Sept 19 – FALL School Picture Day 8:30-10:30! (Wear your complete Formal Mass Uniforms with white blouses and Oxford shirts, cardigans, vests, and ties for Yearbook photos)
- Sept 21 –Keep Gardena Beautiful Day Service project 8am-12 noon, all families welcome to help, register online! 8am-Noon http://KeepGardenaBeautifulDay2024.eventbrite.com
- Sept 26 – Trojan Drawing #2 outside by St. Jude statue at 1pm
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out. I look forward to another great week of learning with your child!
Thank you & God Bless!
Warmly,
Ms. Catbagan
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