1. Welcome to Kindergarten!
Mrs. Heather Fritts
Southeast Elementary School

2. All About Mrs. Fritts
Bachelor of Science from Cornell College and Master of Science degree from Emporia State University
13 years as an educator
3rd year in the Park Hill School District
Married to my husband Grant for 11 years
Mother of 2 boys and two beagles
A few of my favorites: Reading, outdoor activities, crafting, spending time with my family and watching baseball.
Other K teachers: Ms. Birdsong, Ms. Kukal and Ms. Nickolaison

3. We are going to learn a lot in Kindergarten
We are going to learn a lot in Kindergarten! Some of it we will bring home on paper. Some of it we will bring home with our mouths. And, some of it we will keep in our hearts forever!

4. Goals for this school year
Create a desire and enthusiasm for learning!
Maintain a positive self-esteem and self-confidence
Provide a caring and nurturing environment where you child can learn
Assist your child in having a successful 1st year of school.
Check out our data board!
Be a Leader and have fun!

5. Leader In Me
At Southeast Elementary we use The Leader In Me program to teach personal leadership through the 7 Habits.
Leader in Me Intro
Habit 1: Be Proactive, I’m in charge of myself
Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind, make a plan
Habit 3: Put First Things First, work then play
Habit 4: Think Win-Win, everyone can win
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand Then Be
Understood, listen before you talk
Habit 6: Synergize, together is better
Habit 7: Sharpen The Saw, balance feels best

6. Communication
Positive communication between school and home is vital to your child’s education. You will see weekly s from me including ‘Tuesday Tidbits’ and ‘Friday Facts’ which will include our newsletter.
There are several ways you may contact me throughout the school day.
Phone calls: I am not able to answer the phone while there are students in the classroom but you may leave a voice mail and I will return your call as soon as possible.
I check throughout the school day during plan times and before/after school
Notes: you may send a note in your child’s Daily Take Home Folder.
Please contact the office if your child will be absent from school. You will receive a call from our office if we have not heard from you.

7. Report Cards and Parent Teacher Conferences
Report cards will be sent home at the end of each quarter. Please keep your child’s report card and sign and return the envelope.
Fall Parent Teacher Conferences will be October 26th and 27th.
Please sign up tonight for a time!
In March, we will have a Student Showcase evening for families to see what we have learned this year!

8. Daily Schedule 12:15-1:05 – Writer’s Workshop
8:40-8:55 - Attendance, lunch count, announcements 8: – Envision Math 9:55-10:30 – Word Study & Shared Reading 10:30-10:50 Morning Recess 10:55-11:45 – Reader’s Workshop 11:49-12:09 Lunch
12:15-1:05 – Writer’s Workshop
1:05-1:40 – Small Group Instruction
1:40-2:30 Specials
2:35-2:55 Afternoon Recess
2:55-3:15 Read Aloud
3:15-3:30 Pack and Stack

9. Next Week Reminders…
Tuesday, August 9th 5:30-7:00 Back to School Night
Bring your child!
Bring your labeled supplies!
There will be forms to complete!
Thursday, August 11th First Day of School
8:20-8:40 arrival
School begins at 8:40am
8:35-9:00 Boohoo/Yahoo Kindergarten Parent Breakfast sponsored by the Southeast PTA in the Library

10. Specials Schedule A Day: PE B Day: Music C Day: Library D Day: Art
We have a four day special rotation A, B, C, D days
A Day: PE
B Day: Music
C Day: Library
D Day: Art
Please be sure your child wears tennis shoes on P.E. day so they can participate in all of the activities.
See Weekly Newsletter for ABCD Rotation.

11. Recess, Lunch and Birthday’s
Your child will be going outside, weather permitted, everyday. As the weather becomes colder, please send appropriate attire for your child.
Lunch Choices:
Choice 1 and Choice 2, Vegetarian Choice 1 and Choice 2, Yogurt and Lunch from home
You child will need to learn their personal 6-digit lunch code over the next few weeks.
Please label your child’s lunch money with first and last name in a sealed envelope or you can pay online.
We love to celebrate birthdays at school. The following is our procedure:
Birthday Treats will be shared during lunch time.
“To protect the health and safety of our students, students may bring pre-packaged treats to share with classmates in recognition of birthday and other celebrations. Homemade treats will not be distributed to students. Due to allergies and other food intolerances, please contact the teacher before the pre-packaged treats are brought to school.”

12. Dismissal
If your child is not following his/her regular dismissal procedures, please notify the office so they will be aware of the changes or send a note with your child that morning. If we have not received notification from you, I will send your child home in the usual manner.
Please do not changes. WE cannot guarantee that we will have an opportunity to check our prior to dismissal.
This helps us ensure your child’s safety and eliminate any confusion.