Wednesday, September 9

     Here we are...back for another day of fun and learning! There is so much to learn about being in school. For instance: how to walk in a line, taking turns speaking in a group, lunch procedures, playground expectations, etc. This would make anyone tired as I am sure your child felt last night and will continue to. I have to chuckle as I reflect back on how many times I heard, "Can we play?" "Is it snack time yet?" or "When do I go home?" Out of the mouths of babes...
~Learning the "lining-up" routine...
~Mrs. Ludwig is an Intervention Teacher who is helping us learn about the cafeteria expectations again today. Mrs. Weninger, our school Social Worker, will talk with the kids about "expected/unexpected" behavior. Finally, Miss Jodie (para) will teach the kids the expectations for walking to the bus and using the crosswalk at the end of the day.

 Math:

The children will be exploring with math tubs that include: Pattern Blocks, Color Tiles, Connecting Cubes, and 3-D Blocks.

We will begin learning about the calendar and the daily routine that goes along with it.
 Washing our hands will be CRITICAL in school. We are learning about that routine today. How to wait our turn, how many squirts of soap, how long should the paper towel be, where to throw it away, etc. Again, *assume nothing, teach everything*...

PhyEd with Mr. Ronnenberg will be from 1:20-1:50 today. Check out his welcome video here: 
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~ Be sure to empty your child's Roundtrip Folder and return it the next day. It is helpful to place the Communication Notebook on the 'Bring right back' side. The Wednesday envelope can be folded and placed on that side as well.  Please empty, sign, and return the envelope tomorrow. Thank you!

~The book order is due Friday, September 11. The book order will come home the first Wednesday of each month. You can order online or send in the order in a sealed envelope with cash or check made to Scholastic.
~If you haven't done so, please return your child's 4 x 6 photo of something they enjoy doing and your framed family family photo. Thanks!