Wow!!! From all the stories I heard today it sounds like you guys had a great holiday break! We are back in the full swing of things around here! As funny as it sounds, I will begin the big push of getting the children ready for first grade. Remember...the time goes by fast and we have a lot to cover! While we have been talking about handwriting, spelling, reading, math, and behavior, etc.; now that break is over I will raise the bar on the level of expectations in these areas. As always, there is a period of adjustment. You will see more notes on papers to keep you updated on their progress in the classroom.
We will be completing report card and all mid-year literacy/math assessments from January 4 through January 14 during our guided reading time slot. For this reason, we will not meet with guided reading groups. We will send home guided reading books for you to use at home with your children. They may work on decoding the words, fluency, and comprehension. Thanks for your help with this. Look for the report cards on January 21!
I have had several questions about tutoring in Kindergarten. Yes, there is after school tutoring for those students who qualify. I will contact you if your child shows areas for improvement after I complete all mid-year assessments. You will have an option to agree to or deny tutoring, but I am required to offer it. Also, we do have a list of private tutors in the area (FISD teachers) if you would like to pursue this. Just let me know and I can get that list for you.
Looking ahead at important dates…January 15 (Staff Development Day) and January 18 (Holiday) there will be NO SCHOOL.
Thanks again for all your support at home!
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