October 25 - 29

Last week of October. They say it is a sign of old age when the days, weeks, months, and years go by so quickly! Wow!
I am just so impressed with all the good things that are happening in our class. Every one is working so well and really trying to do their best! I love it!

*My father-in-law passed away and so I probably won't be to school on Friday for the Halloween Party. I'll have the students goodie bags at school for them. Halloween night, I won't be home, as we will all be together as a family.

*Reading - Thanks for really understanding the importance of reading every night consistently. It sure pays off. I'm very impressed with your dedication to your child's success in Grade 1!
*Spelling - Amazing! Our class is doing awesome. I hope you are as impressed as I am, even if your child misspells a few words. The words are so close to being right. Remember to always celebrate the good things your child does. Spelling Test Thursday, October 28!
*Halloween Party - It is coming fast. The kids are excited about wearing their costumes and eating goodies. Parade will start between 11:00 and 11:30 a.m.
Please have food to school by 8:30 a.m. because we will be making our pizzas.
*Scholastic Book Order for November - I will send an order on November 5, 10, 19, and 26.
*Character Education for November is Empathy. Our class is a great example of Empathy. I love the way the students look out for each other and really show that they care for one another.
*Library - We are checking out 2 books now. Remember students can keep the books for 1 week and then they need to be returned. Library classes every Wednesday and Friday.
*Plastic Grocery Bags - Thanks for sending!
*Pizza Day - Thanks for allowing your child to stay and eat! They love it. Thanks for remembering to wear red and white! The class looks so good in red.
Shoe laces and zipper - Thanks for practicing!
Weather - Fantastic weather this past week. Temperature dropping and I heard maybe a little bit of snow next week. I'm not ready for that yet!
*School T-shirt orders - Due November 3.
*Parent-Teacher Interviews - November 15 Report Cards go home. Parent-Teacher Interviews are Wednesday, November 17.
*Thanks for getting to school on time. We are doing so much better!
Ready, set, go for another great week. "Enjoy Your Crew"!!