Friday, March 1, 2013

Mrs. Bess' News April 8th - 26th

Dear Parents,

        The kids are having fun watching their plants sprout and grow.  We will learn about photosynthesis and plant products this week.
        We are going on several field trips this month.  Fri., April 12th we will be walking to SUU to attend the performance of the Wizard of Oz.  We are asking for a donation of $1.00 for a ticket.
On the morning of Mon., April 22nd will be the Life Safety House.  The kids will learn about safety at home.  What to do if there is a fire, how to make a 9ll call and other important skills.  There will be a synthetic smoke used during part of the demonstration.  If your child has asthma it is suggested that they step out for that part.  Please let me know if your child should be removed.  I really need a parent to go with us for this field trip because they split us up into groups.  If you could help please let me know ASAP.  On Thurs., April 25th will be the Bard's Birthday Bash.  We will be walking to SUU.
Please make sure your student wears good walking shoes and dresses for the weather for each of these field trips.
          In math we have started times tables.  In 2nd grade we learn through the 5'ves.  The math is getting more difficult.  Many of the kids need extra practice with time, money, adding and subtracting three digit numbers with regrouping, and fractions.  Please make sure they do their homework and provide extra practice if possible.
         I really appreciate all you do to help your child be successful.
                                                                   Calendar
                                                        April 12 - Wizard of Oz
                                                        April 22 - Life Safety House
                                                        April 24 - AR Assembly 10:00
                                                        April 25 - Bard's BD Bash
                                                        April 26 - Reading Records due
                                                        May 1 - Teacher Request forms due