Weekly Update 6/8

WOW, it's hard to believe that we only have 2 more weeks of school! Here's a look at what we will be doing this week.

Math- We will spend some time reviewing math concepts and getting ready for our End of the Year Assessment. The assessment will take place on Tuesday.

Reading- I will be spending the first part of the week finishing up our end of the year reading assessments with some children. Then, we will get back to reading groups and will be focusing on writing questions for the author. We will also enjoy some fairy tales and discussing similarities and differences between the many different versions. Feel free to ask your child about the elements of a fairy tale.

Science- We are having a great time learning about Earth's Surfaces. This week the students will do experiments where they will investigate how wind and water change the land. They will also learn about other forces that cause Earth's Land to change. Students will use the engineering design process to design, create, and test a solution to the problem of landslides. Things are going to get messy, but fun!

Writing- The students will start reflecting on their year in second grade by completing memory books, posters, etc..

** Move-Up Day is Wednesday, June 10th (rain or shine). If it's nice out, we will be leaving at 10:30 and walking the trail to Crisafulli. If it's raining, we will be taking a bus. The students will meet their Third Grade Buddies, get a tour of the building, have lunch and recess, and get to meet the third grade teachers and Principal/Assistant Principal. Students can buy lunch at Crisafulli with their REGULAR lunch ticket or can bring cash if they don't have a ticket. Of course, students can also bring their lunch if they choose.

** On Wednesday, the students will also have an introduction to the summer reading program that is held at the Fletcher Library during the summer. Hopefully many of the kids will participate!

** We are in need of egg cartons. If you have any at home, please feel free to send them in with your child. Thanks!

** Congratulations to our class for filling the marble jar! We are going to have our Game Day on Tuesday, June 9th. The children are welcome to bring in a board game from home to share with their peers. Please refrain from sending in electronic games.