It finally feels like spring!
It was a beautiful week outside and we took full advantage of it! The kids love being outside. Please continue to dress your kids in layers. The mornings on the playground can sometimes be pretty chilly and the kids may want a jacket or a sweatshirt.
Literacy- This week we began a new unit on Presidents and American Symbols. In this unit we will explore the lives and legacies of five famous presidents and introduce students to several national symbols, including hte American flag, te Statue of Liberty, the White House, and Mount Rushmore. Throughout this unit students will draw from the background knowledge that they have learned about this school year.
Morning at the Museum- Please join us on Thursday, June 6 in viewing Kindergarten's History in the Making exhibits, where you will get to see what they have learned about American symbols. You will also get to listen to them sing and tell you all about our presidents and the symbols that represent our country. The students will begin singing at 9:15 in the gym. We would love to see you. There is more information in your child's folder.
Skills- In skills we learning how to write the capital letters N, O, P, Q, R, S, and T using the correct writing strokes. We learned the tricky words: "what" and "so". We are continuing to practice reading, comprehending what we are reading, and writing.
Math- In math this week we wrapped up our unit on subtraction and began a new unit on Graphing Data. In this unit students will sort objects and collect information on the objects. Students will also pose questions, collect data, and record the results using graphs. In this unit we will continue to spiral back to previous concepts and skills as well as continue to build on their subtraction and addition skills.
Amy Hutton Triathlon- Next Friday Friday, May 24th Forest View is holding the Amy Hutton Triathlon. This will take place of the Color Run that we have done in previous years. The students will participate in a STEM activity, Reading activity, and a Health, and Fitness event. Last year we were able to give away 2 $500 scholarships to graduating seniors with the money raised. Our goal is to do the same this year. Please look over the form and let me know if you have any questions.
We will be kicking off the Triathlon next week with the following spirit days:
*Tuesday- Celebrate Reading (Wear a shirt that someone can read)
*Wednesday- Celebrate Fitness (Wear comfy Workout clothes)
*Thursday- Celelbrate Math (Wear a number... uniform, hat that has a number on it)
*Friday- Wear your Forest View STAR t-shirt to celebrate in joining together for the Triathlon
Center Lake- In your child's folder you will find the permission slip for our whole-school field trip to Center Lake on June 10. The cost is $5. Permission slips should be turned in by May 29. If you have any questions please let me know.
Upcoming events:
*Friday, May 24- Amy Hutton Triathlon
*Monday, May 27- No School: Memorial Day
*Thursday, June 6- Morning at the Museum from 9:15 to 10:15 in the gym
*Monday, June 10- Center Lake all-school field trip
*Thursday, June 13- Last Day of School (Half Day)
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you for everything you do!
Jessica
