Weekly Update

Hi Everyone!

It's been so refreshing to have some cooler weather with sunshine!  I hope your spirit has been renewed by the change in the weather too.

I have just a few things to tell you this week...

Scholastic News and Science Spin Money:
If you have not yet sent your child's Scholastic News and Science Spin subscription fee, please kindly do so as soon as possible.  The cost is $8.  You may send a check made payable to Scholastic, or you may send cash.  

Fall Literacy Testing:

Our Fall literacy screenings are underway.  I am administering both the Phonological Awareness Literacy Screening (PALS) and the Developmental Reading Assessment (DRA) to each student.  I've received several questions about the DRA, and will send an overview of this assessment to you in the middle of next week.  I look forward to discussing the results of your child's assessments at our Fall Conference in October.

Donuts with Dads:
The PTA is hosting a "Donuts with Dads" on Friday, September 27th from 7:00 - 7:30 am at school.  All dads and kids are welcome.  To ensure there are enough doughnuts for everyone in attendance, please complete the Donuts with Dads RSVP form found on the Pinebrook homepage.

Focus Areas for the Coming Week:

• Reading:  We will talk about good reader habits. We will talk about rereading to smooth out our voices, scooping up words in phrases, and giving reminders to our reading partners.
• Writing:  We will learn about editing marks and practice editing our writing.
• Math:  We will finish our number sense unit.
• Science:  We will learn about apples and the life cycle of an apple.
• Social Studies:  Throughout first grade, we will talk about various Famous Americans, and their contributions to our country.  Next week, we will talk about John Chapman, also known as "Johnny Appleseed".

As always, I welcome your feedback.  Please let me know if you have any questions!  

Enjoy your weekend!