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First Grade MPES September 2, 2016 Classroom News Dates to Remember No School September 9 Homework Begins September 19 – 26 Book Fair September 26 Curriculum Night September 30 Early Dismissal The first week of school was fantastic!! By now, all supplies and forms should be returned to your child’s teacher. Friday Folders came home today. Please remove your child’s work and return the empty folder on Monday. Agendas and Behavior Cards should be signed nightly and returned to school. Changes in afternoon transportation MUST be written in agendas or called into the office before 2pm. Be aware our classroom voice mail is not reliable. Whenever possible, use the agenda or leave a message with office personnel. Temperatures in the classroom vary throughout the day. You may send a light jacket that can be kept at school. Clearly label all jackets with their name. 1st Grade Needs Keep watch for grade level needs. Literacy Tip: Review all alphabet letters and sounds. Read with your child nightly. Math Tip: Practice writing numbers and counting to 120.

What We’re Learning Next Week Other Information Here Spelling Words What We’re Learning Next Week Reading: Spelling/Phonics: Writing: Math: Science: Social Studies: Other Information Here Lunch Menu Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday:

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