Hello everyone,
I hope your holidays went well and that everyone is settling back into routine smoothly. The class has had a great few days back! We have been working hard on reviewing and practicing classroom procedures and expectations. Because we are just returning to school and re-establishing routines, we have continued with our units from last quarter and have also allowed for some additional free-play time.
Math:
We are continuing to work on position words such as above, below, next to, beside, inside, and outside. Students are showing a strong understanding of these concepts.
Science:
We will begin our unit on living vs. non-living things later this week. We will officially start this lesson on Friday, and I am looking forward to introducing this topic to the class.
Handwriting:
This week we are focusing strictly on writing first and last names using proper capitalization and correct letter formation. We will also begin placing more emphasis on lowercase letters, as these tend to be the most challenging for students. This is completely developmentally appropriate, as uppercase letters are typically easier to form.
Social Studies:
We learned about the Bahamas and explored some of its history.
Religion:
Religion is back on track as we continue learning Bible stories from the Old Testament. This week, we are learning about the prophet Isaiah.
Reading:
We are working together as a class to read a short story, focusing on comprehension and participation.
Important Dates
Please mark your calendars:
- January 9 – Christmas Parties at 2:00 PM (Parents are welcome to attend!)
- January 10 – Open House, 9:00 AM–12:00 PM
- January 15 – Parent/Teacher Conferences, Early Dismissal at 12:00 PM
- January 16 – Parent/Teacher Conferences, NO SCHOOL
- January 19 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day, NO SCHOOL
Other Important Notes
- During the third quarter, our classroom offerings will go to Lutheran Bible Translators.
- Parent/Teacher Conferences will be held on January 15–16, 2026. These conferences are mandatory.
- Please sign up for a conference using the link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050849A5A628A0FE3-61313298-january#/
Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Thank you for your continued support!
