Dear First Grade Families,
I hope everyone had a restful and joyful Thanksgiving break! As we return to school this week, I’m excited to dive back into learning Here’s a look at what’s coming up for the week of Dec. 2 -Dec. 6. Please make sure to read all the important information below to avoid any questions that may already be addressed. If you missed last week’s email, you can find updates on my school blog: First Grade Blog.
Deadlines:
- December 12: Santa Book Report (Directions and Template Sent Home)
Focus of the Week:
- Math: Addition and Subtraction Situations and Data
- Reading: Event Sequencing
- Vocabulary: Lesson 9 Words
- Word Study: Blends with s
- Grammar: Prepositions
- Religion: Hail Mary, TOB L3
- Science: Animals
- Social Studies: Presidents and Patriots
Tests
Friday
- “Hail Mary” Oral Test
- Sight Word Test Word-Study Pre-test
Amazon Wishlist:
As we gear up for an exciting school year filled with learning and growth, I wanted to share an opportunity to enhance our classroom experience. I have created an Amazon Wishlist with items that will benefit our students’ educational journey. You may check out the link below: Amazon List
Upcoming Events:
For more details, please refer to the [school calendar here].
- December 6 and 8 – Poinsettia 8th grade fundraiser
- December 6 – Feast of St. Nicholas, Kindergarten Ornament Sale
- Dec 7 – Feast of Santa Maria Kamalen (led by Guamanian community): Novena at 11:30am, Mass in Church at 12 noon, and potluck in Hall, all families welcome!
- Dec 9 – Kinder and 4th grade Las Posadas and 8am Mass for Holy Day of Obligation (Feast of the Immaculate Conception observed today)
- December 11– Christmas sweater day, $1 fundraiser for StuGo to wear Jeans, hot chocolate day (presale 12/2-12/9 for $2 each)
- December 13 – NOON Dismissal, Christmas Program, Market, Tree Lighting: Holiday Cash Raffle Winners announced outside on blacktop, OUTSIDE, dress accordingly, bring lawn chairs and blankets (more info to come from Mrs. Garcia)
- Dec 16 and 17 – Noon Dismissal on both days, 12/16 Daycare till 6pm, 12/17 NO DAYCARE due to last day of school before Christmas break, Staff Luncheon off campus at 12:15, please pick up kids on time
- Dec 18-Jan 3–Christmas Break
- Jan 6 –Classes Resume
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.
Thank you & God Bless!
Warmly,
Ms. Catbagan
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