Week 3, Term 2 Newsletter

Week 3, Term 2 Meet the teacher afternoon On Thursday 7th May we would like to invite family, caregivers and friends for a meet the teacher afternoon.  This an opportunity for us all to get together, ask questions, arrange one on one meeting times (if you have concerns).  I will talk you through our class programme, home learning and our reporting to parents timeline for the year.  We will start at 3.30.  If you are unable to attend and would like to make a time to meet please call the office. Room 2 notices Just a few things to think about ·         Please provide your child with a named OLD t-shirt/shirt for art class.  ·         No toys at school . ·         Book bags EVERY DAY. ·         Spelling tests are on Friday. ·         Your child can collect points in class and may win a treasure. ·         Remember to check home learning books Thank you for the wonderful feedback about the home communication book, home learning, reading log, class blog and newsletter.  Please feel free to write a note, comment on a post or leave a message at the office and I will endeavor to help and adjust the programme to suit your child.

Writing – we are focusing on reading through our writing and making sure it makes sense Maths- we are learning our basic facts to 10 and 20. Reading  - you will need to read with your child every night and sign the book log.  Please bring the book bag every day. Spelling – please practise the spelling words.  If your child knows the whole set move on to the next set.   week 2 Monday – Home learning Tuesday – Singing Wednesday – PE  Thursday  - Library Meet the teacher afternoon   Friday – Assembly 2.30

Reading Rocket

We are working really hard on our reading.  Next week some children will e getting moved onto a new level.  We may find it tricky but if we read as much as we can it will get easier and easier.

Spelling list - This weeks spelling test results

What do we do when we get stuck?

What do we do when we are stuck?

Shaun –    Ask the teacher for help.

                 Ask the students for help.

Connie -   If you can’t spell a word sound it out, look for word sources around the room and in your books. (Hong Ly)

Aurora -    Use equipment in the room.

Millie -      Ask an expert in the class.

Millie -      Practise

Karalise - Read a book and research.

Jack-         Keep trying.

Practise One day a Taniwha

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsYlZkevrKA

Practise AEIOU song

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arDuWZyXN2M&safe=active&noredirect=1

Thank you Millie's Mum for the yummy ANZAC biscuits.

Week 2, Term 2 Class newsletter

Week 2, Term 2 Home learning Please take the time to read over our Maths term overview and helpful hints to help your child at home with their reading and writing.  We are going to have a very busy term and we are really grateful for any extra support you can do to help build on all the fantastic new learning.    Room 2 notices Just a few things to think about ·         No hats this term. ·         Change of clothes for wet days. ·         Book bags EVERY DAY. ·         Spelling tests are on Friday. ·         Your child can collect points in class and may win a treasure. ·         Meet the new teacher get together afternoon/evening will be coming up and a notice will go home with times and venue. On a personal note….  I am absolutely loving Room 2 and the students are so wonderful!  Thank you for giving me the opportunity to be their teacher and work with you on their learning journey.

Writing – we are focusing on adding more detail to our story. Maths- we are learning our basic facts to 10 and 20. Reading  - you will need to read with your child every night and sign the book log.  Please bring the book bag every day. Spelling – please practise the spelling words.  If your child knows the whole set move on to the next set. week 2 Monday – No school Tuesday – Class newsletter and home learning Wednesday – PE  Thursday  - Library   Friday – Assembly 2.30

We had a lot of fun making paper planes and writing about our experiences.

Exploring the new classroom together

First Day of Term 2, 2015

Wow what a fun exciting day we had!

Please check your child's book bag for their new home communication book and term focus notices.

We have started our art project and please feel free to pop in anytime to see our progress.

Please keep looking at the home communications book to keep informed of school and class news as well as home learning.