Class Schedule

Miss Stinson’s First Grade Schedule

8:00-8:30-  AR Reading

8:30-8:45-  Pledge, Calendar, Bible Story

8:45-8:55-  Review our Reading (vocab., comprehension, etc.)

8:55-9:00-  Bathroom Break

9:00-9:10-   Reading

9:10:9:40-   P.E.

9:40-10:45- Reading

10:45-11:10- Math

11:10-11:15-  Get ready for Lunch; bathroom break

11:15-11:35   Lunch

11:35-11:50- Story Time

11:50-12:30-          Math

12:30-1:30-  Language

1:30-2:10     Science, Social Studies, Health

2:10-2:30-   Snack

2:30-2:40-  Get ready to go home

2:40-           Dismiss

Art…………Tuesday-          12:15-12:45

Library…..Wednesday-     12:00-12:30

Music…….Thursday-         1:15-1:45

Computer….Friday- 10:15-10:45

We take a bathroom break before and after P.E. and lunch. 

Field Trip

The two first grades have a field trip to Shakespeare Theater on February 13th, to see a performance of Alice in Wonderland.  We will be attending the 9:30 performance.  Cost is $16 for students and $18 for adults.  We will need 5 drivers from each first grade class.  We need drivers that can transport at least 4 children.  Money for this field trip is due September 5th.  Our seating for the performance depends on how quickly we pay for our reservations. (: Please send money for this in an envelope or ziplock bag with your child's name and amount enclosed.  We are registered for 5 chaperones from each class, so if you are interested in driving, please let me know quickly.  Thanks!

Accelerated Reader!

Several students took an AR test today.  They didn't all make 100, but that's okay.  They are learning how to log in and how to get to the place to type in the name of their book.  They are learning to use the keyboard.  They are learning how to answer questions or finish a sentence by finding the correct answer.  They are learning that you need to look at all the answer choices before choosing an answer. They are learning to ask when they don't know a word.  They are learning how to take a test.  (:

If your child is taking a test, remind him/her to take the AR Folder out of their binder and put it on my desk in the front of the classroom when they unpack and turn in their binders.  Today I was careless and didn't check to be sure that all logs in the basket had been initialed.  So I, too, am learning that I have to do my part and check the AR Folders.  (:  You will notice on the Log that each child has a goal to meet. To be able to reach that goal, your child will need to take about 2 tests a week.  The children have 7 weeks this nine weeks to test.  If they made 100 every time, they could only earn 7 points in 7 weeks taking 2 tests a week.  (Those making 100, earn 0.5 points, 80...0.4 pts., 60... 0.3 pts.)   

While on the subject of reading, I would like to mention the decodable books that the children are bringing home daily.  I did say something about them in a note on the homework paper this week. The worth of these little books is that they review daily the spelling and sound that is introduced during class as well as high frequency words.  We look at the punctuation and talk about how that sentence should be read.  With the limited vocabulary that most children beginning first grade are able to read, we have to not only read the text but look at the pictures and make connections from the text to the pictures, and vice versa.  Then we retell the story, simple as it might be, in our own words.  Please do this each night with your child.  Later, the children will be asked to write, using complete sentences, answers to simple questions about the story.  This will help the children to understand what is meant by answering a question with a complete sentence. 

Good afternoon!!! It's Thursday, meaning it is almost time for our 3 day weekend!!!

Just wanted to let you know that I have put the math grades in. While trying to put the reading grades in my computer went a little nuts-o. I will get in touch with Mr. Mathew tomorrow and get the problem fixed. I am still learning the grading program. If you have any questions about your child's grade just shoot me an email. I will send home all graded papers and the ones that I will take a grade in the gradebook for will be located in the Return to School section of your child's binder. I will keep these papers until the end of the 9 weeks.

Have a beautiful day!!

I think some parents are confused or don't know what to do with the little books I assign for homework. These books help students build fluency, blending, and recognizing high frequency words. Have them read this book to you. Ask them questions about the book and the pictures. The words don't explain exactly what is happening in the pictures. The one I sent home to day "Sit" is about playing musical chairs in the classroom. Ask them which person is Sid, Sis, etc. This helps them make connections from text to illustrations and builds comprehension. 

Also, it is your child responsibility to bring home their AR book, folder, all homework, paper work, and fill in their color chart. I try my best to check all of their folders to be sure they have everything but I have 18 students in my class and it takes a lot of time to check everyone's folder. We put our binders together as a class. I call out the directions and tell them exactly where everything goes. Just remind your child to listen and follow my directions and if they need help to please ask. I wont know unless they ask.

SNACK- some students are either not bringing snack or eating it for lunch. If you pack your child snack please let them know what they are suppose to have for snack and not to eat it during lunch. I was supplying snack to those who did not have it but that is taking too much time that I could be spending on getting materials, students binders, and emails done. I also notice that when I was supplying snack some of the students that did have snack was saying they didnt just to get what I was passing out. Snack is also not mandatory so some days we may miss it; I will try not for this to happen but just in case it does I wanted you to know. 

 

Accelerated Reader

Some people are confused about how the AR plan works. The plan I am using is a school wide plan. The students took the STAR test to determine their reading level, this level is range for example (1.1-2.3). We have our students start reading at their lowest determined level and then we work up to reading their highest level. The students will check out a book on their reading level, they will then take this book home, read it to you the parents (they must keep the book for at least one night, they are not allowed to take a test the same day they check a book out), once you have decided they are ready to take the test sign their AR folder; so I know they are able to take the test. I’ve had several students take their test today and they didn’t do so good so when you sign their folders please make sure they are ready. The ways you can check: make sure they know  the meanings of all the words in the text, ask questions to ensure that they are comprehending, and that they are reading it fluently (with ease). If you have any questions please email.

Thanks

Miss Stinson

Just a few reminders this week!!

When picking up your child have a piece of paper with their name on it in the wind shield! Put their names in BOLD print, if someone else is picking up your child give them the name tag to put in their car. Thanks!

We start AR reading today. I sent home a letter with information on how it works.  You must sign their folder before they are able to get another book and take a test. By signing you are letting me know they are ready for a test and can read their book well.

If you come into the building at any point during the day even at pick up time you must check in at the office and come through the front door. Do not use side doors.

I did not get a chance to run the newsletter off for the students to take home. You will receive this tomorrow!

Thanks and have a great day!

Hello and welcome to the second week of school! Here are just a view reminders!

Please check your students notebook each night. Sign all homework and return the next day. Be sure to look at the behavior calendar each night as well, I am trusting my students to tell you what the reason was they landed on that color if you have any questions please feel free to contact me. Sign this calendar at the end of each week.

This week I have sent home a parent newsletter going over a few things we are learning in reading. Please go over and reinforce these skills at home!

I also sent a note about the pocket folders. I originally had decided not to use them but have now realized that we need them. Please send these with your child as soon as possible.

Be sure to write down what your child is ordering that week/day for lunch. This helps keep the children from getting 2 meats, etc.

There is a T-shirt order form. We are trying to sell as many shirts as possible! So please help your child sell these shirts. Order is due by Friday.

When picking your child up in the afternoon, please have their name written in BOLD to help us know what child your picking up.

I have extremely enjoyed the first week of school and getting to know your children. I am lucky to have every one of them in my class!

Any questions or concerns please email me at hstinson@pikelib.com or haleystinson@rocketmail.com

Welcome to the First Week of School

Hello! I'm excited about this first week of school! This week we are focusing on reviewing and mastering our class rules and procedures. In reading we are reviewing letters, letter sounds, rhyming words, syllables, vowels, consonants, and word parts. We are doing the reading workbook pages (Lesson 1-10).
     In math we are also reviewing: counting, writing numbers, and completing patterns. Along with the work we have lots of fun activities. We have read several books and have done many fun activities that go along with the books.
      Next week we will really get into the curriculum and the students will begin to have homework! This homework is only to reinforce what we learned that day and will not take long for students to finish.
      We created our take home binders today. You need to look in this binder every day! In the binder you will find the behavior calendar with a color code so you know how your child behaved that day, this needs to be signed every night so I know you saw it. Also in the binder there are labeled page protectors for their homework, papers that need to be signed and returned, and papers that need to stay at home. There will also be a calendar with the lunch room menu and prices of each item.
      I am so excited about this year and if you ever need to talk to me or your concerned about something please do not hesitate to email me!

Have a Beautiful Week