Brignac's Brightest: May 2017

Last Week:

Ask your child about these things at school:

Math:

Can you read this analog clock? (If you have one!) *At this time, students should know time to the half hour, although we have discussed up to time to the 5-minutes!

Writing:

How have you grown as a writer this year?

Reading:

What is happening in Pippi Longstocking?
Can you give an example of a fact and an opinion?

Science:

How many chicks hatched? Can you describe them?

A Peek at THIS Week:

Looking ahead...

Math:

I can review time, place value, and money!

Writing:

I can write about something I like.

Reading:

I can read my play part with accuracy and fluency!

Science:

I can name the parts of a chicken!

Things to Know:

LIBRARY BOOKS: If you haven't already, please return all library books and take-home book folders as soon as possible. Thank you!

YOU'RE INVITED! Our end of year celebration will be on Monday, June 5th at 1:00 p.m. We would love to have you come and see our performance of "Anansi the Spider!"

TOY REMINDER: This is just a friendly reminder that all toys should be kept at home unless it is your child's show-and-share day. They are weaseling their way into the classroom at an alarming rate. Thank you for your understanding!

SPRING CARNIVAL: Come one, come all! Somerset's AMAZING PTA is hosting another fun family event this Friday from 6-8 p.m. It is free to attend and a great way to have fun with your family while getting to know other Somerset friends!

CAMP FIRST GRADE: Take a look at the info below! We are all set to go with donation volunteers (THANK YOU) and ready for a fun week!

Upcoming Dates:

6/1: 1st/2nd Grade Concerts
6/2: Spring Carnival
6/5: End of Year Celebration- 1:00 p.m.
6/6: Field Trip: Gale Woods Farm (Pack a lunch OR order a bag from cafeteria)
6/8: Last Day! (Dismiss at 11:15) :-(

Fun in First Grade! (Photos)

Last Week:

Ask your child about these things at school:

Math:

What is 1/3 of 15 pennies?
What is half of 12 pennies?

Writing:

Can you show me your poem on Seesaw?
What is a rebus poem?

Reading:

How was the reading MAP test? (Computer test?)

Science:

How many days does it take for a chick to hatch?
What happens when a chick is ready to hatch?

A Peek at THIS Week:

Looking ahead...

Math:

I can show what I know in math. (Assessment week!)

Writing:

I can share my poetry.

Reading:

I can read my play part with accuracy and fluency!

Science:

I can OBSERVE a chick! (It's HATCH WEEK!)

Things to Know:

MAP TESTING: MAP stands for Academic Measures of Progress, which is a computer-based assessment that we use to measure growth from the beginning to end of the school year. Your child will be taking the Math MAP on Wednesday from 9-11:00 am. Please make sure he/she comes to school well rested, fed, and ready to rock and roll! Woo!

SAVE THE DATE! Our end of year celebration will be on Monday, June 5th at 1:00 p.m. We would love to have you come and see our performance of "Anansi the Spider!"

SNACK SHOP: Thank you for your generous donations!!! :-)

FIELD DAY: Field day is this Friday! Please make sure your child is dressed for outdoor activities!

CAMP FIRST GRADE: Take a look at the info below! Thank you for those reaching out about donations. We are still looking for paper plates and popsicles for those willing to contribute to the fun. Thank you, thank you, thank you!