Mrs. Miskelley's Dream Team News
April 11, 2016
Tips for finishing strong!
*Start a new chapter book for a bedtime read-aloud.
*Spend 5 minutes a day practicing addition and subtraction facts.
*Keep your child's bedtime the same (even though it's tempting to stay up later).
*Go through papers that come home daily to stay on top of your child's progress.
Good Citizen
My favorite ocean animal: dolphins
My favorite fruit: oranges
My favorite cookie: chocolate chip
When I grow up I want to be: A teacher
Weekly Learning
Reading: We will continue to practice our inferring skills during read alouds and in small group reading. Inferring is an important, higher level comprehension skill that requires students to use clues in a book or story to make sense of what they are reading. (RL1.1, 1.4, 1.6)
(Here’s an online activity to practice simple inferring skills)
http://www.toonuniversity.com/aol/1l_infer.html
Math: Our main focus in math is adding and subtracting with fluency along with solving word problems. You can help by using flash cards or simply calling out math problems for a few minutes every day. (1.OA.C.6, D.7, D.8)
Writing: We will be writing persuasive pieces for the next several weeks. The students are learning to support their opinions with strong, solid reasons and thoughts. (W1.1, 1.5,1.8)
Language: We will review multiple meaning words and synonyms this week. We will connect these words to reading comprehension. (L1.1, 1.4)
For Your Information
*Zika Virus Information from the Alabama Department of Health and ALSDE
As warm weather approaches, we want you to take an active role in reducing your exposure to mosquitoes. To avoid viruses transmitted by mosquitoes, use THIS checklist to reduce sources of water in yard which are potential breeding sites. A coloring book, provided HERE, can involve the entire family in prevention measures. The coloring book will be provided for Prk-3rd grade. For more information concerning Zika Virus call 1-888-246-2675 or visit www.adph.org/mosquito
Important Dates
April 29- Field Trip to Anniston Museum of Natural History
I will send out an informational email to chaperones this week.
Trussville City Schools- Mission Statement
The mission of Trussville City Schools is to educate all students using high standards in a safe,nurturing environment fostering academic and career competencies that prepare them to be productive citizens.
Our vision is to help students move forward on a positive path toward college and career readiness.
Email: michelle.miskelley@trussvillecityschools.com
Location: 7500 Gadsden Highway, Trussville, AL, United States
Phone: 205-228-3200