Cannot begin to put into words how grateful we are for temperature controlled classrooms. It might've been miserable and humid outside, but it was a comfy 70 degrees inside!
As I look over reading I am pleased to see many of the kids are being diligent in keeping them accurate. I will share those with you at conferences and discuss what information I am gleaning from them about your child's reading habits. We have learned our multiplication facts for 0, 1, 2, 5, 9, and 10. I would appreciate any daily reviewing of these facts at home. The sooner those facts get memorized, the easier your child's math life will be. Here are some talking points from our week:
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I'd like to share with you some research-based facts about reading:
And please, please, please make sure the log is completed. Thank you! As a parent, I know these are a pain in the butt. As a teacher, they offer me invaluable information about your child's at home reading habits. It's also never too early to have your child start memorizing their multiplication facts. So far, we have covered 2's, 5's, and 9's. Here are some talking points from our week:
It was nice to experience a "normal" week in third grade. I am enjoying getting to know each of these kiddos and learning what makes each one so special and unique! How lucky am I to spend my days with YOUR children!?!?!
Our class received a charging cart this week for our iPads. That means iPads will only come home once per week (if insurance money has been paid ;-) for a short homework assignment. If your child's iPad is NOT insured, other arrangements will be made. The Jeffers fundraiser kicked off on Thursday. Your child should have brought home a packet of information after school that day. If you have not seen this packet, need a new one, etc., etc., just let me know! Is your child interested in running for student council? Please know that all deadlines are final, so be sure you know when petitions are due. Class pictures will be taken on Wednesday, September 20th. Bring those smiles!!! Some talking points from our week:
On Thursday afternoon I checked in with the students & shared with them what I shared with you last week; no learning can take place if you don't feel safe & comfortable. I was encouraged by what the kids shared with me, but realize they might not share EVERYTHING with me. Don't hesitate to let me know if I can do more to make YOUR child feel secure here at Jeffers.
Our Jeffers Parents Organization (JPO) will begin meeting next week. The first meeting is Wednesday, September 13 at 5:30. JPO is truly an AMAZING group of parents that do tremendous work to support Jeffers. We are so grateful for their efforts! We will kick off our Jeffers fundraiser on September 14th. Look for information to come home that day. The Watch DOG program officially kicks off next week with our first father-figures. If you're interested in participating, more information is available here. Talking points for this week:
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