It has come to my attention that there has been some kissing in kindergarten! (Don't laugh!!) Apparently in the AM class there has been a game called (remember not to laugh) "Kissy, kissy" going on at recess. It has been reported to me that this is a chasing game where you try and not get kissed. I talked with the kids and told them along with marriage not being allowed in kindergarten, kissing is also not allowed. We talked about how someone would feel if they got kissed and they didn't want to be but weren't brave enough to say stop.
Perhaps brainstorming non-chasing games would help your child be better able to make a better choice at recess. We will also discuss this in class.
Thanks for your understanding!
~Mrs. Perry
(okay, you can laugh now!) :)
Thursday, March 10, 2011
Monday, March 7, 2011
Winter Assessments
Dear Families,
The kindergarten team is getting ready for assessments in February/March. We formally assess the students three times a year so this will be our second formal assessment. Our third assessment will be done in June. The results of this assessment (as well as other work samples i.e. student journals) will be on the report card in March. These are the concepts that will be assessed:
o Can they write their first & last name using upper & lowercase letters correctly?
o Can they recognize the upper & lowercase letters? (n, a, d, s, m, i, t, c, o, f, r, p, l, u)
o Do they know the sounds each of those letters make?
o Can they read the sight words? (the, a, my, that, and, I, is, said, we, are, you, have, to, me, go, do)
o Can they sound out and read 3-letter words?
o Can they write the upper & lowercase letters correctly (using lined paper) from memory? (n, a, d, s, m, i, t, c, o, f, r, p, l, u)
o Can they retell a familiar story in their own words?
o Can they make predictions using the title, cover, and pictures of a book?
o Can they write using letter sounds (best-guess spelling)?
o Do they capitalize the word “I” in their writing?
o Are they using detail and color in their drawings?
o Can they recognize rhyming words and produce their own?
o Are they able to isolate the sound they hear at the beginning of a word?
o Can they count by 1’s from 1-30?
o Can they count backwards from 10-0?
o Can they count by 5’s from 5-50?
o Can they count by 10’s from 10-50?
o Can they write numbers 10-30?
o Can they read #’s 10-30?
o Can they order #’s 1-10 using flashcards?
o Can they identify a triangle, square, circle, and rectangle?
o Can they identify shapes have line symmetry?
o Can they extend, describe, and create (ab, aabb, aab, etc.) patterns?
o Can they count & sort a group of objects?
o Can they identify the four seasons and different kinds of weather?
o Do they listen and follow directions?
o Do they respond to verbal and non-verbal clues in situations?
o Do they show respect to adults and peers?
o Are they on task during work times?
o Do they contribute appropriately during classroom activities?
The kindergarten team is getting ready for assessments in February/March. We formally assess the students three times a year so this will be our second formal assessment. Our third assessment will be done in June. The results of this assessment (as well as other work samples i.e. student journals) will be on the report card in March. These are the concepts that will be assessed:
o Can they write their first & last name using upper & lowercase letters correctly?
o Can they recognize the upper & lowercase letters? (n, a, d, s, m, i, t, c, o, f, r, p, l, u)
o Do they know the sounds each of those letters make?
o Can they read the sight words? (the, a, my, that, and, I, is, said, we, are, you, have, to, me, go, do)
o Can they sound out and read 3-letter words?
o Can they write the upper & lowercase letters correctly (using lined paper) from memory? (n, a, d, s, m, i, t, c, o, f, r, p, l, u)
o Can they retell a familiar story in their own words?
o Can they make predictions using the title, cover, and pictures of a book?
o Can they write using letter sounds (best-guess spelling)?
o Do they capitalize the word “I” in their writing?
o Are they using detail and color in their drawings?
o Can they recognize rhyming words and produce their own?
o Are they able to isolate the sound they hear at the beginning of a word?
o Can they count by 1’s from 1-30?
o Can they count backwards from 10-0?
o Can they count by 5’s from 5-50?
o Can they count by 10’s from 10-50?
o Can they write numbers 10-30?
o Can they read #’s 10-30?
o Can they order #’s 1-10 using flashcards?
o Can they identify a triangle, square, circle, and rectangle?
o Can they identify shapes have line symmetry?
o Can they extend, describe, and create (ab, aabb, aab, etc.) patterns?
o Can they count & sort a group of objects?
o Can they identify the four seasons and different kinds of weather?
o Do they listen and follow directions?
o Do they respond to verbal and non-verbal clues in situations?
o Do they show respect to adults and peers?
o Are they on task during work times?
o Do they contribute appropriately during classroom activities?
Friday, March 4, 2011
A Shout Out
I just wanted to take a minute and say a heartfelt THANK YOU to each and every one of you. Not only are your children some of the MOST thoughtful, sweet children I've ever had the pleasure to work with, you (parents and grandparents) are such a huge help for me! From all the volunteer hours you put in here at school and at home to the unsolicited snacks that you donate to make sure each child doesn't go hungry to your wonderful sense of humor that you indulge me with when you come in my classroom.
I feel so blessed to be a part of your child's life and hope that they are enjoying their kindergarten experience. So THANK YOU again for all you do for me. I think about it ALL the time and sometimes forget to mention how much it means to me.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Swedish Fish
The AM and PM classes are in need of a donation of a Costco sized bag of Swedish fish. I have an activity that goes along with Dr. Suess's book, One Fish Two Fish Red Fish Blue Fish, that requires Swedish fish. It is an adding activity. If you can donate a bag, (one for AM one for PM) please comment below or email me and I'll add the comment for you. I need the donation by Friday.
Thank you!
Ice Cream
HERE'S THE SCOOP!! Or two scoops, or possibly three!! Join us at Ben & Jerry's Tuesday March 15th and help our 5th graders raise money for Camp Colman. For every scoop, sundae, shake, smoothie or waffle cone you enjoy, Ben & Jerry's will donate 20% of your total purchase. What'll it be? Phish food, Fossil Fuel, Americone Dream, Cherry Garcia....YUM!
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Shamrock
Today your child will be bringing home a shamrock coloring sheet. If they want, they can color it with lots of different colors and return it to school by Friday. Please cut out the shamrock, glue it on the green piece of paper, then trim it again so there is a green border. We will hang them up in our classroom. This is an optional activity.
Popcorn Makes a Comeback
Popcorn is Back!
It is time to enjoy the smell of popcorn in the air once again.
Don’t forget to bring in your quarters and buy a bag or two of delicious popcorn.
It is time to enjoy the smell of popcorn in the air once again.
Don’t forget to bring in your quarters and buy a bag or two of delicious popcorn.
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