Dear Barn Swallow Families,
Last week we worked on finishing up our free verse poetry unit. We read a book about the life cycle of a butterfly and students decided that they wanted to make real models showing the life cycle. So far, they have made the caterpillar and butterfly stages. In the garden this week we made observational drawings of plants and then we painted with watercolors. We mulched and watered our garden beds. Ask your child why we mulched the gardens with leaves. In math the first graders finished their measurement unit and began a unit on geometry. The students organized shapes into a grid that helped to quickly identify size, shape and color. They played a couple of games to familiarize themselves with the various attributes of shapes. Second graders worked on double digit subtraction with regrouping and reviewed coin values. We ended the week planting basil indoors.
Reminder: Friday is a spirit day. Please encourage your child to wear their school colors: blue, brown, or green and/or wear their FGCS shirts.
We're all looking forward to our annual talent show next week. A rehearsal for performers is scheduled for 3:30-4:30 p.m. Thurs., May 24 in the District Office Grove Room, 1728 Main St. If students can't attend the rehearsal, they should check in with Karen Torry about technology needs (if any). The Talent Show is set for 10 a.m. Fri., May 25 in the Grove Room. Parents and other family members are encouraged to attend. Please contact Karen at k.torry@fgcschool.org or 503-359-4600 with questions.
Our big trip to the Tillamook Forest is coming soon! On Thursday, June 7th we will be spending the day observing and exploring in the forest. If you are still interested in joining us, please send me a quick confirmation at S.Reuter@fgcschool.org so that I can make sure my volunteer list is correct. We will be leaving the school near 9:00 and returning by 2:15.
Thank you families!
Sincerely,
Sherry
Monday, May 21, 2012
Monday, May 14, 2012
Classroom News: Week of May 14th, 2012
Dear Barn Swallow Families,
Last week we worked on writing Mother's Day poems. I hope that all of you enjoyed reading your child's poem! We continued learning about bees and other pollinators. We went to The Backyard garden twice last week. We planted a variety of carrots. We had yellow, white, all purple, purple with orange centers and a variety of orange ones. Friday was very warm and we spent part of the afternoon watering the Backyard garden while Mike Geraci, Pacific University professor, gathered student stories for his video project. The first graders continued measuring last week during math. They measured in inches and in centimeters in the classroom and outside. They made comparisons of lengths, and recorded measurement in numbers and units. Second graders practiced regrouping with subtraction using popsicle sticks for tens and chick peas for ones. This week students will work on regrouping problems with double digits. For math homework, students can use objects like pencils, sticks, rocks, beans, pennies etc. to represent tens and ones to go along with the practice sheet. Have your child show you how to use these objects with some subtraction problems. Homework will be coming home on Tuesday.
Reminders: Friday, May 25th at 9:45 we will have our school Talent Show. Thursday, June 7th we will go to the Tillamook Forest all day, and we need several adult volunteers to accompany us. Thursday, June 14th is Field Day. Friday, June 15th is our last day of school, and we will hold our Bridging Ceremony at Pacific University. All are welcome to attend, and it is especially recommended if your child will be bridging - headed to a new level classroom next year. If you plan on attending, please pick up Pacific University waiver forms in the office for all guests attending.
Thank you families!
Sincerely,
Sherry
Last week we worked on writing Mother's Day poems. I hope that all of you enjoyed reading your child's poem! We continued learning about bees and other pollinators. We went to The Backyard garden twice last week. We planted a variety of carrots. We had yellow, white, all purple, purple with orange centers and a variety of orange ones. Friday was very warm and we spent part of the afternoon watering the Backyard garden while Mike Geraci, Pacific University professor, gathered student stories for his video project. The first graders continued measuring last week during math. They measured in inches and in centimeters in the classroom and outside. They made comparisons of lengths, and recorded measurement in numbers and units. Second graders practiced regrouping with subtraction using popsicle sticks for tens and chick peas for ones. This week students will work on regrouping problems with double digits. For math homework, students can use objects like pencils, sticks, rocks, beans, pennies etc. to represent tens and ones to go along with the practice sheet. Have your child show you how to use these objects with some subtraction problems. Homework will be coming home on Tuesday.
Reminders: Friday, May 25th at 9:45 we will have our school Talent Show. Thursday, June 7th we will go to the Tillamook Forest all day, and we need several adult volunteers to accompany us. Thursday, June 14th is Field Day. Friday, June 15th is our last day of school, and we will hold our Bridging Ceremony at Pacific University. All are welcome to attend, and it is especially recommended if your child will be bridging - headed to a new level classroom next year. If you plan on attending, please pick up Pacific University waiver forms in the office for all guests attending.
Thank you families!
Sincerely,
Sherry
Monday, May 7, 2012
Classroom News: May 7th
Dear Barn Swallow Families
On May 1st the Barn Swallows celebrated May Day by making May Day baskets. We read about honey bees and students worked on their 'Parts of a Flower' posters. First graders worked on measuring in math class. They began the week learning about non-standard measurements (hand spans, unifix cubes and popsicle sticks) and used these methods for measuring in the classroom. On Wednesday and Thursday, they began measuring in inches during the 'Measurement Olympics.' The students worked in teams playing games that involved measuring distance. Second graders worked on various activities with place value. They also reviewed subtraction and will soon begin regrouping with subtraction. On Thursday we planted flower and spinach seeds indoors. We're hoping for some spring weather on Thursdays for Out & Abouts!
Friday, May 25th will be our All-School Talent Show. It's not a contest, but a time to share talents, interests, and hobbies. Many of our level one students have signed up to perform. There will be a dress rehearsal at 3:00 on Thursday, the 24th for all children that plan to participate. If your child has signed up, but is not able to make it to the rehearsal, please contact Karen Torry at K.Torry@fgcschool.org. All families are welcome to join us for the Talent Show!
Sincerely,
Sherry
On May 1st the Barn Swallows celebrated May Day by making May Day baskets. We read about honey bees and students worked on their 'Parts of a Flower' posters. First graders worked on measuring in math class. They began the week learning about non-standard measurements (hand spans, unifix cubes and popsicle sticks) and used these methods for measuring in the classroom. On Wednesday and Thursday, they began measuring in inches during the 'Measurement Olympics.' The students worked in teams playing games that involved measuring distance. Second graders worked on various activities with place value. They also reviewed subtraction and will soon begin regrouping with subtraction. On Thursday we planted flower and spinach seeds indoors. We're hoping for some spring weather on Thursdays for Out & Abouts!
Friday, May 25th will be our All-School Talent Show. It's not a contest, but a time to share talents, interests, and hobbies. Many of our level one students have signed up to perform. There will be a dress rehearsal at 3:00 on Thursday, the 24th for all children that plan to participate. If your child has signed up, but is not able to make it to the rehearsal, please contact Karen Torry at K.Torry@fgcschool.org. All families are welcome to join us for the Talent Show!
Sincerely,
Sherry
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