1. **Remember to wear tennis shoes on P.E. days**
Mrs. Hawkins’ First Grade News January 9, 2017
A Peek At The Week
-In reading we are continuing to direct instruction at students’ reading levels. There are a few changes in groups after looking at our middle of the year data. Ask your kiddo if they got a new reading teacher!
-In Math we will dive into our new unit of measurement. Students will begin to compare objects by their length.
-Writing time this week will be spent writing a narrative story. Students get to choose a feeling to guide their story and include a beginning, middle, and end.
-Our Core Knowledge time will continue with Social Studies and the study of Early American Civilizations. These include Hunters and Gathers, the Maya, the Inca, and the Aztecs.
Homework Ideas
-Please take time to read with your child every night for minutes.
-Reading homework will start again on Friday.
Looking Ahead
-Tuesday January 10th- MSA meeting at 6pm in the learning lab.
-Friday January 13th- PBIS assembly at 3pm.
-Monday January 16th- No school (MLK)
Extra News
-Our room is rather warm as the heater kicks on and off. If your child would like a water bottle to keep on their desk they are more than welcome to!
-I want to welcome Ayden to our class!  As you send in snack on your snack day, please be aware that we now have 21 students!
Specials this Week
Monday – Computers
Tuesday- Art
Wednesday- Music
Thursday- P.E.
Friday- Computers
**Remember to wear tennis shoes on P.E. days**
Reminders
-If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to or call me!