As we welcome 2018, setting new resolutions and goals, it is important that we don’t forget how much we have already accomplished so far this school year. Reflecting on our successes (and failures) is one way we grow stronger as a classroom, and school, community.
This month our classroom focus is working together in partners and groups. Some students are naturals at guiding a group, and staying on task, yet others need more guidance and practice in order to master this important skill. Students will discuss what group work should “look like” and “sound like”, each person’s role within the group, and how to hold each other accountable.
As a teacher, it is my job to hold your child accountable to the work expectations of the classroom. For students, this sometimes means doing things they might not want, but need to do in order to progress and be ready for the next lesson. As a parent, it is your job to hold your child accountable to the same expectations at home. If you have any questions about our expectations, please review the Classroom Management Plan – 2017-2018 .
The start of 2018 is like the start of a new school year. It is important that your students are present and on time every single day. Entering the classroom as few as 5 minutes late means important instruction has already been missed. With nearly 30 students enrolled in our class, there is no time to spare repeating instruction for students who are consistently late. Students should be in class, ready to work at 8:30. Please make sure your child arrives with plenty of time to visit lockers and change shoes before the bell rings.
Let’s work together in 2018 and make the rest of the school year amazing!
Please watch for more information regarding these upcoming events:
January 30 – Chili Cook-Off
February 1 – State Capitol and Pioneer Museum Field Trip
- 3 Parent Volunteers Needed (no siblings)
February 8 – Astro-Camp Field Trip (date change, more info coming)
- Parent Drivers to location and 3 parents needed to stay (no siblings)
March 14 – JA Biztown (5th grade only)
- Parent drivers and volunteers needed