Peek at the Week
February 8-12, 2016
Monday, February 8
- Art with Holly
Do: Read 15 minutes
Bring: ALC/Reading Club Applications due ( for supplemental after school reading)
K-2 Play Auditions in the cafeteria at 3:50 (~1hr)
Tuesday, February 9
- Music with Janet
Do: Read 15 minutes
PTSA Meeting @ 6:30 in the media center
Wednesday, February 10
Substitute Teacher all day (1st grade planning)
- Gym with Anne
Do: 15 minutes of reading
Bring: Library Books
Bring: Gym shoes
*Students are welcome to bring their valentines today or tomorrow.
Thursday, February 11
- Art with Holly
Bring: STAR folder
Do: Read 15 minutes
Conference Sign Ups begin today at 8:30am.
*Students are welcome to bring their valentines today.
Friday, February 12
- Music with Janet - (but will do Jump Rope For Heart in the gym during this time)
Bring: Completed reading log
Bring: Homework Packet
Bring: Gym shoes
Bring: Any donations for Jumprope for Heart
Mia
Valentine's Day
- Adelyn
- Antonio
- Audrey
- Bernee
- Calen
- Easton
- Elliott
- Emma
- Erin
- Fatemeh
- Jack
- Jamison
- Josh
- J'saiah
- Lane
- Mayar
- Owen
- Peyton
- Riley
- Rory
- Samantha
- Sophie
- Will
- Zoe
Artful Learning
Wiggle, wiggle, wiggle
First graders are naturally wiggly...this is why we have stability balls, regular movement/dance breaks, and recess each day. I don't worry too much about wiggling as long as it doesn't interfere with learning. If you are noticing that your child is having difficulty sitting still or staying on task, here are some things to ponder:
*Consider what they are eating.
Are they eating a substantial breakfast? A healthy snack? Be aware of additives/dyes.
Are they drinking chocolate milk at school? It is loaded with sugar!
*How much sleep are they getting? Their bodies and minds are growing at a terrific rate. Being overly tired can actually rev their engines and lessen their ability to concentrate.
*How much screen time are they getting each day? This includes video games, tablets, phones, tv, Nooks, iPads, etc. at home, school, the car and Kid Safari. Our class usually goes to the computer lab for 30 minutes each Monday and Friday.
*How much exercise are they getting each day, especially before school? Play time should far outweigh screen time! Here's an analogy: Imagine puppies...cute, wiggly, happy puppies climbing all over. After taking puppies outside to play and run around, what happens? They are tired, relaxed and better able to listen and learn to skills. Puppies that are not allowed to run around will flat out, tear the house apart. (I realize that first graders are not puppies, but I think you get my point.)
*How much unstructured time/free play do they have? We live in such a structured society, there is little time for problem solving/creative play. A little boredom at home isn't a bad thing. It leads to day dreaming and finding creative ways to fill time/problem solve.
Silent Auction Items
Changes in Dismissal
Summer Camps
- Camp Invention
If you are looking for an enriching, hands on and challenging camp for your child, look at Camp Invention. It will be held at Oak Grove Middle School and it is a fun camp for curious minds! Registration is discounted if you sign up before February 12th.
- Camp Kota
If you're looking for a traditional camp, be sure to check out Camp Kota. Activities include swimming, silly songs, and games. It is engaging, popular, and well run! Registration opens March 15.
Upcoming Events:
February 15 - No School - President's Day
February 25 - Happy Birthday to Jamison!
February 25 - Field Trip to Old Cahill School
- Chaperones: Paige P, Sarah F, Ashley R.
- Students signed up to bring lunch from home: Jack, Peyton, Emma, Adelyn, Jamison, Bernee, Zoe, Antonio, J'Saiah, Owen, Easton, Fatemeh, Lane, Elliott, Will, Samantha, Riley, Audry
February 29 - Book Fair all week
March 9 - Book swap preparation - bring up to three books if you'd like to participate
March 10- Book Swap
*A reminder to continue collecting box tops. There will be another collection in the spring.
Kari Hoffhines
Email: KHoffhines@isd271.org
Website: http://hc.bloomington.k12.mn.us
Location: Room 101
Phone: 952-681-5343