Hello Parents!
This is exactly how I felt when I saw how many parents answered the Secret Question in the agendas!! Yay parents! That means you are online and reading my blog, which makes me very happy, as well as your child who is earning blog draw tickets!
Well, your child has had a terrific start so far in grade 3! I hope they are telling you at least 5 specific things about their school day EVERY NIGHT! (Ask about our Song of the Week!) This is an important part of learning how to recall information and communicate it clearly.
AGENDAS:
It turns out that the cost of the agendas this year is only $2.00! Please send in a toonie at your earliest convenience. I'm hoping to have all the money collected by Friday! Thank you in advance!Also, thank you to those of you who have already sent in the red pens and duo tangs! There are a few campers left to bring in a pair of INDOOR ONLY shoes to be kept at school and used for gym. Thank you!
Take Home Reading Pouch
You have probably already noticed a black pouch in your child's back pack. This is their take home reading pouch that contains 2 books from my classroom library. Your child is expected to read for about 15-20 every night from these books. If you have other books at home, of course, that is also acceptable. ANY READING is good reading! Your child knows to return the books for exchange any time they are ready. I expect it about every few days or so if they are reading every night.
Suggestions:
- do practise tests and write the errors out 10x each
- recite the spelling orally
- practise during commercials on TV, driving in the car, or whenever you get a few spare minutes
Remember, spelling is assessed based on the correct spelling of words in your child's everyday writing, not on solely the spelling tests. This is, however, a great way to learn!
Ok, that's about all for now...I'm super excited about getting to know your child! This truly is a great group of campers!
Over and out for now,
Counsellor Wilson
SECRET QUESTION: Where did we go today for the first time?