Week of April 6, 2020

Hello Grade One! Happy first full week of April! It is Holy Week! This week I am praying especially for all the doctors, nurses, grocery store workers, restaurant workers, janitors, delivery people, and all who are putting themselves in danger to help us and help those who are in need of special care. I hope that you also will talk to God with a very special purpose this week.

Yesterday was Palm Sunday. Remember what happened on this day? We talked about how Jesus was going to Jerusalem and everyone lined the streets and waved palms to welcome Him. What was it that they shouted? I bet you remember. Hosanna! Hosanna! Usually, on this day, we would go to church and receive palms to bring home to our house, but instead we are staying home to be safe.

I hope everyone is well, staying healthy and safe. I hope that you have all been working hard and doing your best on each of your assignments. I miss all of you and I can't wait to see you when we are back at school! I am looking forward to this the most! But right now we are going to do our best and listen to the leaders of our cities and state, Mr. Arria, and Mr. Lane and especially our moms and dads. 

Mr. Arria and Mr. Lane wanted me to ask if anyone would like to lead us in Morning Prayer and the Pledge of Allegiance. If you would, you need to ask mom or dad to make the video and they can email it to Mr. Lane. He then will post it to the Cheverus Catholic Facebook Page. You must ask mom or dad for permission first! 

Also, if you have completed an assignment/craft or project that you are super proud of, take a picture of it and email it to Mr. Lane so he can share it on the Cheverus Catholic Facebook Page. That would be awesome! Again, ask permission from mom or dad first.

Now that you have completed the home assignments, that were listed in the letter, that mom or dad picked up, and you have completed the daily packets, this week we are going to try some new things. Even though it's new it should be somewhat familiar. Instead of posting assignments for a whole week, I am going to break it up. So you will need to check back daily to see the assignments for the day. I am hoping to have them posted a day before hand, but we will see how things progress this week with the on-line Reading Street Program. 

Thank you to those who have emailed me, as requested from last week’s post, in regards to the username and password for Reading Street. If you have not emailed me yet for your username and password, please do so. That way you will not fall behind. My email address is joanne.gaudet@cheverusschool.com.

Mr. Thomas wants you to go on his teacher page. Under his name, click Activities to do at Home. He has listed activities for grades 1-5. He has asked that you try to complete some of these activities at least two times a week. Thank you.

Spelling Words
train, way, tail, play, day, may, rain, gray, mail, afraid

High Frequency Words
about, enjoy, gives, surprise, surprised, worry, would

Remember no worries no stress, just do your very best! 

Parents: When completing any of the assignments in any of the subjects, it would be helpful to the students, for you to read/practice/watch video/teach before completing any of the workbook pages. Thank you for your help and support.

I hope this is all helpful to you.
Have a Blessed Holy Week. 


Assignments for Monday, April 6, 2020
Remember to always do your best! When you are done with your assignments, 
Check for the 3C's -Clear, Correct, and Complete.

Religion-Read and complete pages 232 and 233 in your religion books.
Watch the following videos about Holy Week.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lu8_Zt5ir2o
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SoujG6h7UGI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YApEIjvE6S4
Reading-Mama's Birthday Present -Logon to pearsonrealize.com to complete the assignments.
Spelling-Read and write your spelling words 4x each. You can do this on paper or in a notebook. Remember how we set up the paper? Fold the Paper, Write Word, 1, 2, 3 at the top of the columns, and number the margin 1-10.
Writing-In your journal notebook write a story about Palm Sunday, 3-5 complete sentences. Remember, be sure they are good first grade sentences with capitalization and end marks.
Math-Practice your math flash cards.


Assignments for Tuesday, April 7, 2020

Religion-Read and complete pages 234 and 235 in your religion books.
Reading-Mama's Birthday Present-Logon to pearsonrealize.com and complete the assignments.
Spelling-Watch the following videos.
These videos talk about Long a and the spelling patterns ai, ay and a-consonant silent e
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGrIyCT7nK0  
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ghd898RDjEM
I hope you enjoy these videos as you learn about the Long a spelling ai and ay. Your spelling words have this ai and ay pattern. Can you make a list of words that have the ai and ay spelling? Write them on paper or in your notebook.
Writing-In your journal notebook write a story about Holy Thursday. If you need help, think back and remember the video you watched about Holy Week. Remember to date the top of the notebook page, "x" the margin, 3-5 sentences and illustrate your writing. Remember all the "automatics" both in writing and illustrating. 
Math-Practice your math flash cards.

Assignments for Wed., April 8, 2020

Religion- Read and complete pages 237-239 in your religion books.
Reading/Spelling/English-Mama's Birthday Present-Logon to pearsonrealize.com and complete the assignments.
English-Watch the following video about possessives.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WCiBzYwTk4
Writing-In your journal notebook write a story about Good Friday. Like yesterday, if you need help then use the video for help and your religion book. Illustrate by drawing a picture. Remember 3-5 sentences, all the "automatics". 
Math-Play the following educational math game called Number Bonds while focusing on sums of 10.
https://www.mathplayground.com/number_bonds_20.html

 
Assignments for Thursday, April 9, 2020

Religion-Read and complete pages 240 and 241 in your religion books.
Reading/English/Handwriting/Vocabulary-Mama's Birthday Present-Logon to pearsonrealize.com and complete the assignments.
Writing-In your journal notebook, write a story about Easter. Write 3-5 complete sentences and illustrate your story. Remember all the things we practice, the "automatics".
Math-Play the following educational math game called Number Bonds while focusing on sums of 10.
https://www.mathplayground.com/number_bonds_20.html


Assignments for Friday, April 10, 2020

No Assignments Today. It is Good Friday. Jesus sacrificed His life and died on the cross for us. It is a good day to remember and thank Him.

Please stay safe. Please stay healthy. Please be kind!

Wishing you all a very Happy Easter! ​






Week of March 30, 2020

Hello Everyone!

At the beginning of the year, this page was for parents. Meaning, I was writing to parents so they could relay the information to students. In these past couple of weeks, it has shown, that it has become a page for both parents and students to read. I'm sure it would be helpful, if both parents and children, read this weekly page together. Teamwork! Parents: I am sure that your children have been teaching you some things over the past two weeks, especially on "how" we do things. They know. They are smart! They are part of our team!

I hope you are healthy and your family is well. I miss you! I can’t wait to be back in the classroom to see you all. I am sure you miss your friends at school too. Mr. Arria and Mr. Lane are missing everyone, and they too, are looking forward to being back at school to see you all. Remember to help out at home in any way you can. Keep your homes clean like we do in our classroom, wipe down tables, chairs, door knobs etc. Remember to follow your daily schedules, say your prayers, and when you can, get out and play in your backyards, do your best. And always remember, be kind.

I have noticed some more friends who have joined the Facebook Group Page, Cheverus Catholic Grades 1-4. If you want to join, to stay socially connected with friends, then you will need to get help from mom or dad. Thank you to those who have posted pictures, videos, or made a positive comment. It is nice to see Mr. Arria leading us in prayer each morning. We even had special guests last week. Cordelia and Mahira helped out on Friday, leading the Morning Prayer and Pledge of Allegiance. Of course, they were practicing social distancing, at their own homes. It was nice to see them.

As we continue to learn and work from home, I hope you continue to do your best. Remember to practice the 3 C's. Work should be Clear, Correct, and Complete. Don't forget to put your name on all your work. Thank you!

Here are this weeks assignments.

Religion Chapter 17 Remember on average 2 pages per day. Here is a video on Baptism for you to watch.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmmU3jP7h1w

Reading Story A Trip to Washington D.C. Read and reread to practice for fluency. 
Here is a video to watch. You can even follow along in your reading books.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Is4CQ7hBhRg 

Journal Writing Assignments-Write and illustrate everyday. Remember 3-5 sentences each day, put the date, and “x” the margin. Don't forget your rules for illustrations too! Thanks.
Make one of your journal entries this week be about taking a trip to Washington D.C. Here are some ideas:
Have you ever been to Washington D.C.?
What did you see there?
What was your favorite museum or historical monuement?
How did you travel around while you were there?
If you have never been to Washington D.C, what would you hope to see if you could go?
Which historical monuement would you like to visit while in Washington D.C.?
How would you travel to get there?
Once there, how would you like to travel around? Walk? Bike ride? Tour Bus? Scooter?

Daily Activity Packets Days 11-15

Gym Assignment from Mr. Thomas

Spelling Words Long o spelled oa and ow
boat, row, coat, pillow, road, yellow, soap, snow, loaf, blow

Here are some videos on Long o spelled oa and ow. Hope you like them.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M8nGaspuWAQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_xYKYTf0JS8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QmDRUPrxWs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5NyueNRKAVk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHJmFE5E2T0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZdgP2wAQic

High Frequency Words
found, mouth, once, took, wild

***********Upcoming News
Next week we are going to try to do our reading assignments on-line. We will try to follow just like we do in school. We will try to watch the videos and answer the questions, we will see the Readers Writers Notebook pages and try to complete them, but it will all be on-line.The key word is "try". If all goes well, we will shout for joy because of our SUCCESS! If it does not go so well, then it will be like a science experiment, we will just have to try it again.
Are you ready?!?!?!?!?.....I know you can do it! !!!!!.....I have faith in you!!!!!!!.....
Oh, I think I heard you say it, "CHALLENGE ACCEPTED!!!!!!!" YES!!!!!!!!

In order for you to do these reading assignments, you will need a username, password, and web address. I have set it all up for you. Your first job, will be to email me. I will send you the username and password and the web address for Reading Street. Next week you will logon and you will complete the reading assignments the best you can.

********So remember email me and tell me who you are so I can respond with your unique username, your password, and the web address for Reading Street. Thank you.*****************************My email address is:

joanne.gaudet@cheverusschool.com

Please don’t worry or stress if you have any problems. Mom and dad will try to help you. I will try to help you. We are all just learning how to do it and it may take some time to figure things out. If there are glitches, remember to be patient, we need to work together as a team. If you are having trouble, please email your questions to me. I will try my best to answer. Just do the best you can. Together we can do it! Teamwork!

Thank you so very much for your continued support! I can’t thank you enough!

Remember:
Stay Safe!
Stay Healthy!
Be Kind!



Week of March 23, 2020

Hello All!
I hope that everyone is doing well and staying healthy during this ever changing situation. I hope that you are all learning and working hard at home. Keeping up with the work daily, will keep your mind sharp. Please continue to work on your assignments each day. Follow a daily schedule. If you don't have one established, then use the one included in last weeks notes. Just scroll down to last weeks message. Thank you.

I have seen on Facebook that many students have been working very hard. Great Job! Keep it up! Ms. Robyn has set up a Facebook Page for Cheverus Catholic Grades 1-4 (our floor at school). If you want to see what it is all about, with your parents help, look and search on Facebook. Parents need to help each time! You need your parents permission! Parents will need to search Cheverus Catholic Grades 1-4 and request to join.

I hope that you are helping out around the house with daily chores. Things that you can do maybe to wash dishes, vaccuum, dust, wipe down door knobs, wipe down the tables, wipe down sinks, help with the laundry, help with food prep, be sure to ask mom or dad before you cook anything. These are daily life skills that you should be learning and mastering. Also remember to get outside and play in your backyard or go for a walk or bike ride. Just remember to practice social distancing. Keep off of the play structures at parks. Remember Mr. Arria and public officials have ask you not to have play dates. Talk to your friends on the phone or FaceTime or write them a letter and deliver it to their mailbox. Maybe the next day you will receive a letter in your mailbox. Who Knows!?

In the mist of all these things, remember, Always Be Kind!

These are the things to work on this week. Remember to put your name on everything!

Religion Chapter 16

Reading Story Cinderella

Spelling Words
eat, team, treat, lean, sea, please, beach, each, dream, clean

High Frequency Words
colors, great, sign, draw, over, drew, show

Journal Writing Assignments 
Here are some fun videos to watch in addition to writing everyday.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MwUjGtdTxVo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kYDpMfd_5es

Activity Packets Days 6-10

Gym- Mr. Thomas' assignment

The following is a link to a contest in regards to Earth Day. A fellow collegues sent it to me. If you wish to write a poem about Earth Day, then check it out and have your parents submit your writing.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/kidspost/poetry-contest-for-kids/2020/03/18/47447418-60e1-11ea-9055-5fa12981bbbf_story.html?itid=sf_lifestyle-kidspost

Remember to use the web sites for extra practice. This sheet was given to you with the parent letter. Also, I listed some extras on last weeks message, just scroll down to see them. I have also created another page under my name, titled Educational Web Sites. You can click on that title and find a list for you to use. I hope this is helpful. Be sure to check back periodically as there could be additions and different ones for you to try out. Thank you.

Mrs. Fallon wanted me to mention a great resourse. It is Teachers Pay Teachers, anyone can use it, they have free activities and some you pay for. She also mentioned Pinterest has great craft ideas, so you can check that out too.

Practice your math facts, both addition and subtraction. Use your flash cards and if you don't have any, you can make them.

Remember to do your best. If there are any questions your mom or dad can email me at joanne.gaudet@cheverusschool.com. I will get back to you as soon as I can. Please be patient if I do not reply right away. I have been checking twice a day sometimes three.

Remember:
Wash your hands
Sneeze and cough into your elbow
Practice social distancing

Stay Safe!
Stay Healthy!
Be Kind!

Week of March 16, 2020

I hope this finds you and your family all healthy. Thank you to all who picked up your child work at the designated time on Tuesday. A huge help! Thank you!

As you know, the next three weeks we will be learning and working at home. Mrs. Fallon and I have put together learning packets (15 days) for students to work on. There are also additional assignments (written in the letter) for completion as well. Please work with your child each day to keep their minds sharp. Students should take these assignments seriously, put forth their best efforts and while working also be thinking about the 3 C's (Clear, Correct, and Complete). When school resumes, students will need to bring back the completed assignments. Students can think of this whole very new process, as learning and working from home. If ever more than now we, teachers and parents, need to work together! Teamwork! Thank you so very much for your support and help!

If you have any questions about the class assignments you can email me at joanne.gaudet@cheverusschool.com. I will try my best to check this once a day. Please be patient if you do not get a reply right away.

Please put your name on Everything!!!!! Please put your name on Everything!!!!! Please put your name on Everything!!!!!Thank you!!!!!Thank you!!!!Thank you!!!!!Except the Hard Cover Reading Book!!Except the Hard Cover Reading Book!!Except the Hard Cover Reading Book!!

Religion Chapter 15

Reading Story Mama's Birthday Present

Spelling Words
way, tail, play, day, may, rain, gray, mail, afraid, train

High Frequency Words 
about, worry, surprise, give, enjoy, would

Journal Writing Assignments 

Activity Packets Days 1-5

Along with the web site Mr. Arria suggested in his email and the sheet with your packets, you may want to check out the following web sites for any extra practice.

ixl.com
starfall.com
pbskids.org
abcmouse.com
scholastic.com

Also, remember to complete the assignments that Mr. Thomas has provided.

Even though we are living it, it is hard to believe this unprecedented situation of the Covid-19 Virus. It is affecting us all. It is important to take this seriously. Please remind your child to sneeze and cough into their elbows, keep hands away from your face, and wash your hands frequently.  Please practice social distancing. Also, we still have much to do and learn this year, please do not move into summer mode. As we think about moving forward over the next few weeks, it may be helpful for students to keep a structured daily schedule. Three weeks is a long time! If you have already thought about a plan, great! Please follow it. If not, here is an option you can follow if you wish.

Wake Up before 9:00 
Eat breakfast, make bed, get dressed, put pjs in laundry, wash face and hands, brush teeth and hair. Prayers.

9:00-10:00 Morning Walk
Take a family walk with pet. Practice social distancing. If raining, exercise inside.

10:00-11:00 Academic Time
Oral and Written Work. No Electronics.

11:00-12:00 Creative Time
Paint, Write, Draw, Play Dough, Crafts, Listen to Music, Build with blocks or Legos, Practice your instruments, Bake or Cook (with parents assistance).

12:00-12:30 Lunch
Make a sandwich or have leftovers to heat in microwave. Get parents help with any reheating or cooking. Clean up. Wash dishes.

12:30-1:00 Chore Time
Sing a happy song while you do it!
a. Wipe kitchen table and chairs 
b. Wipe door knobs and light switches
c. Wipe kitchen and bathroom sinks and toilets 
d. Help with the laundry
e. Sweep the kitchen floor
f. Vacuum

1:00-2:30 Quiet Time
Reading, Puzzles, Writing, Coloring, Listen to Music, Talk to or Read to Grandparents on the phone, Yoga, Meditation, Prayers.

2:30-4:00 Academic Time
Oral and Written Work. Educational websites are okay if finished with oral and written work.

4:00-5:00 Afternoon Fresh Air
Ride bikes, go on walks, play outside in your backyard. Practice social distancing. If raining exercise inside.

5:00-6:00 Dinner
Help with preparation and clean up.

6:00-8:00 Free Time
Play with toys, TV Time, Board Games, Play Card Games, Play Dice Games, Shower, Clean up, Get ready for bed. Prayers.

I am hoping that I have thought and covered most of the bases. Please be patient, as there was much to think about in organizing three weeks worth of materials. Mrs. Fallon and I really tried to make it the easiest, as we could, for all 39 students. We will try our best to keep working hard to help with your child's education. We will also need your help. Thank you for your support! This is teamwork! We will need to continue practicing teamwork together!

Please practice social distancing. 
Hope to see you soon.
Stay Healthy!


Week of March 9, 2020

Monday is Day 4 of the schedule. We will have gym on Friday this week. 

Friday is a N.U.T. Day. If you wish for your child to participate, please send in the cost of $1. 

The office will be emailing Report Cards on Friday. Please be sure you have the correct email on file with the office.

Spelling Words
faster, fastest, taller, tallest shorter, shortest, sadder, saddest, bigger, biggest

High Frequency Words
before, won't, good-bye, right, does, oh, 

Amazing Words
hibernate, weary, freeze, temperature, bitterly, autumn, migrate

Homework
Mon. 3/9 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook.
Tues. 3/10 Daily Language Review
Wed. 3/11 Math
Thurs. 3/12 Phonics

Have a great week!


Week of March 2, 2020

It is hard to believe that we are already in the month of March. Monday is Day 6 of the schedule. We will have gym on Wednesday this week.

Thursday is class picture day. Forms/envelopes went home last week. Picture money is due at the time the photo is being taken. If you want to order a picture please fill out the envelope and enclose the exact payment. 

Permission Slips for our class field trip to the North Shore Music Theatre went home last week. If you have not signed and sent it back to school, please remember to do so. Thank you.

Friday we we will meet at church to celebrate mass. Mass begins at 8:00. Friday is also an early dismissal. Dismissal is at 11:20.

Spelling Words
her, first, bird, girl, burn, fur, were, shirt, hurt, sir

High Frequency Words
push, wait, know, done, visit, 

Amazing Words
vessel, emerge, rearrange, develop, fragile, flurries, insect, cycle

Homework
Mon. 3/2 Write spelling words 3x each.
Tues. 3/3 Daily Language Review
Wed. 3/4 Math
Thurs. 3/5 Phonics

Have a very nice week!

Week of February 24, 2020

Welcome Back! I hope you all had a nice vacation.
Monday is Day 1 of the schedule. We will have gym on Monday and Wednesday this week.

Spelling Words
plan, planned, help, helped, drop, dropped, call, called, ask, asked
 
High Frequency Words
afraid, again, few, how, read, soon

Amazing Words
gardener, sprout, shade, destroy, nature, dim, sprinkling, humongous

Homework
Mon. 2/24 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook.
Tues. 2/25 Daily Language Review
Wed. 2/26 Math
Thurs. 2/27 Phonics

Have a wonderful week!

Week of February 10, 2020

Monday is Day 3 of the schedule. We will have gym on Monday this week. 

The 5th grade is sponsoring this months bake sale. It will be Thursday. Please send in a quarter if you wish your child to buy a treat.

Friday is Valentine’s Day. We will set some time aside so as to deliver cards to friends. A note went home last week with a class list so students can address the valentine cards at home.

Friday is also a N.U.T. Day. The cost is $1.00.

Next week is school vacation. School will resume on February 24th.

Please teach and/or practice with your child to tie shoes. Thanks.

Spelling Words
fix, fixes, class, classes, kiss, kisses, wish, wishes, bus, buses

High Frequency Words
away, our, school, house, very, car, friends

Amazing Words
features, nudges, tumble, mature, crumple, natural, nibble, wriggle, swoop

Homework
Mon. 2/10 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook.
Tues. 2/11Daily Language Review
Wed. 2/12 Math
Thurs. 2/13 Math

Have a nice week!

Week of February 3, 2020

We have survived Catholic Schools Week and all the celebrating of our special school! Each day was filled with different activities. Thank you to all who have helped with the International Food Festival, dressing and participating for N.U.T. Days, donating the many items for our service projects, clipping BoxTops for Education, etc. I hope you heard all about Bob Surette, the Hero Artist, who came and performed for us on Wednesday. It was very inspiring! Thank you to those who were able to visit our classroom on Friday! All in all, a fun week for everyone! We even had a contest winner on Wacky Tacky Wednesday. Congratulations to Brooke for the elementary level!

Monday is Day 5 of the schedule. We will have gym on Thursday this week.

Mass will be celebrated on Friday. Please drop your child off at church in time for him/her to get settled. Mass begins at 8:00. Thank you. Friday is a full day of school.

Spelling Words
bring, bank, rink, sunk, trunk, sang, blank, pink, wing, rang

High Frequency Words
enough, any, sure, own, were, ever, every

Amazing Words
attempt, time-line, event, famous, flatter, lovely, correct, common

Homework
Mon. 2/3 Write spelling words in notebook 3x each.
Tues. 2/4 Daily Language Review
Wed. 2/5 Math
Thurs. 2/6 Phonics

Enjoy your week!

Week of January 27, 2020

Welcome to Catholic Schools Week! A week to celebrate our special school!

Monday is Day 7 of the schedule. We are scheduled to have gym on Tuesday and Thursday this week.

There are many activities and themed N.U.T. Days planned for this week. Please check out the details on the Catholic Schools Calendar, which was emailed to you from the office.

Service Projects!
You may know that we have two service projects happening. The first one is the food drive. Please donate non-perishable foods items for the Sacred Hearts Food Pantry. Thank you to those who have already donated. Second, there is an adult white sock collection for the homeless. Please donate a new pair of men's adult white socks to participate in the N.U.T. Day on Wednesday. Thank you!

Please don't forget our BoxTops for Education Contest! Sheets have gone home for you to adhere the box top to. Please copy the sheet if you need more space or I have extra copies if you need them. Thank you to those who have already sent some in. Please send as many filled sheets as you can for the contest!

On Friday, we will celebrate Mass in the gym beginning at 8:00. Please arrive on time so your child can get settled before 8:00. Thank you.

Friday is a half day. Dismissal is at 11:20.

We will not begin a new reading story or new spelling words this week. There are too many activities happening in order to focus and fit in all the preparation for the weekly tests.

Thank you to those who have signed and sent back the progress reports. If you have not done so yet, please do. Thanks.

Reminder!
Don't forget to replace/replenish the tools your child uses each day! Crayons and pencils, glue sticks, erasers, markers, etc. are necessary for a successful day Thank you very much!

Homework
Mon. 1/27 Start Black History Month Project
Tues. 1/28 Work on Black History Month Project 
Wed. 1/29 Work on Black History Month Project 
Thurs. 1/30 Finish Black History Month Project- DUE TOMORROW!

****Remember to keep reading, writing, and practicing math facts each day.
Have a very nice week!

Week of January 21, 2020

Tuesday is Day 3 of the schedule. We will have gym on Tuesday this week.

IT IS THAT TIME OF THE SCHOOL YEAR! Please Replace/Replenish Tools!
It looks as though most students are in need to replace and/or replenish their crayons. Please purchase a box of 8, 16, or 24 at the most and send them to school so your child has the tools they need to complete their work. Please do not send in a large box of crayons as they are more of a distraction rather than help to the students. Please also ask your child if they are in need of any other supplies/tools; markers, glue sticks, pencils, erasers etc. Thank you for your help!

Wednesday, Progress Reports will go home. Please read, sign, and return your child's report back to school on Thursday. Thank you.

Friday is a N.U.T. Day. The cost is $1.

There is a food drive happening that will end on January 28th. Please send in canned goods or non perishable items for the Sacred Hearts Food Pantry. A specific list has been emailed to you of the much needed items. Please help out if you can. Thank you very much!

Homework
Tues. 1/21 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook
Wed. 1/22 Math
Thurs. 1/23 Math

Spelling Words
by, handy, lucky, my, try, fly, silly, sunny, cry, puppy

High Frequency Words
always, everything, things, become, day, nothing, stays

Amazing Words
growth, public, teeter, makeshift, population, shuffle, crooked, spindly

Have a great week!

Week of January 13, 2020

Monday is Day 5 of the schedule. We will have gym on Thursday this week.

Grade 6 is sponsoring the bake sale this month. It will be on Thursday.Treats cost a quarter. They are also selling raffles that are $1.00. The raffles will be gift baskets containing a variety of gift cards. There will be two different baskets and also another gift card of greater value. So three different raffles to choose from if you wish. The money raised will help for a spring field trip for the 6th graders. Please help out if you can. Thanks.

Homework
Mon. 1/13 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook
Tues. 1/14 Daily Language Review
Wed. 1/15 Math
Thurs. 1/16 Phonics

Spelling Words
feet, we, she, be, he, green, tree, see, me, week

High Frequency Words
also, family, new, other, some, their

Amazing Words
individual, wander, eager, industrious, romp, creep, special, slither,

Please remember there is no school next Monday in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King.

Have a wonderful week!

Week of January 6, 2020

Happy New Year! Welcome Back! I hope that you all had a wonderful vacation.

Monday is Day 7 of the schedule. We will have gym on Tuesday and Thursday this week.

Friday is an early dismissal at 11:20.  We have mass at 8:00 in the church. 

Homework
Mon. 1/6 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook.
Tues. 1/7 Daily Language Review
Wed. 1/8 Math
Thurs. 1/9 Phonics

Spelling Words
huge, tube, cute, mule, June, use, flute, rule, cube, rude

High Fequency Words
around, water, find, grow, food, under

Amazing Words
environment, sludge, creature, inhale, require, slimy, capture, thrive

Have a great week!

Week of December 16, 2019

Thank you to those who made an extra donation to the Build a Bed Project! Your generosity was greatly appreciated.The 8th graders were able to build eight beds for the Mass Coalition for Homeless in Lynn and your donations will be just as helpful! Thank you! Thank you! 

Monday is Day 2 of the schedule. We will have gym on Tuesday this week. 

Please be on the lookout for your child’s angel costume for the Christmas Pageant. I will send them home in a brown paper bag. Thank you.

Reminder Pageant Practice: On Monday, December 16th and Wednesday, December 18th please drop your child off at the church for pageant practice. We will meet where we usually sit for mass. Thank you.

Wednesday is the Christmas Pageant at Sacred Hearts Church. It will begin at 7:00 pm. Please arrive dressed in the costume that was sent home. We will meet at 6:45 ready to begin. Thank you. The students have been working very hard at our practices and are getting excited for the story of Jesus' Birth to be told.

On Thursday, we will celebrate Mass. Please drop your child off at church on Thursday morning. Thank you.

Friday is a N.U.T. Day. The cost is $1.00.

Spelling Words-Test Thursday!!!Test Thursday!!!Test Thursday!!!
home, woke, hose, stone, hope, those, joke, rose, bone, rode

High Frequency Words-Test Thursday!!!Test Thursday!!!Test Thursday!!!
down, there, inside, together, now

Amazing Words
enemy, protect, holler, bluff, extinct, crater, swamp, boisterous

Homework
Mon. 12/16 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook
Tues. 12/17 Math
Wed. 12/18 No Written Homework, Please Study/Review for the tests!
Thurs. 12/19 No Homework tonight!

Friday is the last day of school before Christmas Vacation. Please make arrangements to pick up your child at 2:00. School will resume on January 6, 2020.

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
See you in 2020!




Week of December 9, 2019

I am hoping everyone received their child’s report card through email from the office. If not, please call the office to see if the correct email is on file. 

Thank you to all who made it to parent conferences. It was nice to be able to meet and discuss with you your child's first grade progress. I am looking forward to watching your child's growth this next term. Thank you for all your support given to your child each night. I cannot do this task alone. It takes teamwork! All your help is greatly appreciated! 

Monday is Day 4 of the schedule. We will have gym on Friday this week. 

Service Project/N.U.T. Day
Thursday, December 12th our 8th graders are traveling to the Mass Coalition for Homeless in Lynn. They are attending to the "Build A Bed Project" and will spend the day building beds for the homeless. At school, we will have a N.U.T. Day. Keeping with the theme, students may wear their pajamas on this day. Tis the season of giving! This would be a great opportunity and caring lesson, to teach children about helping others who are less fortunate. Perhaps students can give a little more than the usual $1. Thank you for any donation that you can give, $1, $5, $10, etc. All money collected will benefit this project.

Next Week
We are scheduled to have pageant practice on December 16 and 18 in the church. Please drop your child off at church on these days. Thank you.

Spelling Words
like, time, dime, kite, ride, white, hide, smile, bike, ice

High Frequency Words
live, who, out, work, people

Amazing Words
citizen, law, branch, patrol, community, leader, headquarters, earn

Homework
Mon. 11/9 Write words 3x in notebook 
Tues. 11/10 Daily Language Review
Wed. 11/11 Math
Thurs. 11/12 Phonics

Have a great week!

Week of December 2, 2019

Monday is Day 6 of the schedule. We will have gym on Wednesday this week.

Wednesday is Picture Retake Day. Any student that was absent on the previous picture day, will have their photos taken. 

Wednesday at 6:30 pm, there is a PTA Meeting in the cafeteria. All parents and guardians are welcome to attend. Bring your ideas and talents to share. It is a great way to volunteer in your child's school.

As the office has reported to you, report cards are being emailed to you. Parent Conferences will be Wednesday 6:00-7:30 in the gym. If you feel the need  for more than a five minute conference, then let's set up another time to meet. Thank you. 

Friday is First Friday. We will celebrate Mass in the morning. Please drop your child off at church. Please arrive in enough time for your child to get settled before mass starts. Mass begins at 8:00. Thank you.

Friday is also a half day. Dismissal is at 11:20.

Spelling Words
face, safe, cage, name, made, make, cake, age, take, late

High Frequency Words
be, of, could, old, horse, paper

Amazing Words
group, share, borrow, rehearsal, respect, aquarium, lines, soothe

Homework
Mon. 12/2 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook
Tues. 12/3 Daily Language Review
Wed. 12/4 Math
Thurs. 12/5 Phonics

Enjoy your week!


Week of November 25, 2019

Monday is Day 3 of the schedule. We will have gym on Monday this week. 
 
Wednesday is a half day. Please make arrangements to pick your child up at the dismissal time of 11:20
No school on Thursday, it is Thanksgiving.
There is no school on Friday. 

*****On the first two Mondays during Advent, December 2nd and 9th, we will have an Advent Prayer Service. At arrival, please drop your child off at the gym so they can participate.
Thank you.

Homework
Mon. 11/25 Math
Tues. 11/26 Math

Wishing you a very Happy Thanksgiving!


Week of November 18, 2019

Monday is Day 5 of the schedule. It is a full week of school. We will have gym on Thursday.

Spelling Words
fish, with, shop, ship, then, rush, trash, shut, shell, thin

High Frequency Words
catch, put, good, said, no, want

Amazing Words
chore, cooperation, commute, downtown, household, rule, subway, display

Homework
Mon. 11/18 Write spelling words in notebook 3x each.
Tues. 11/19 Daily Language Review
Wed. 11/20 Math
Thurs. 11/21 Phonics

Please remember to have your child read to an adult every night. Review math papers and math facts nightly too. Thank you.
Reminder: Next week is Thanksgiving. We will have a short week.
Enjoy!

Week of November 12, 2019

I hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend! Thanksgiving will be here before we know it. We will have another long weekend. Please take note of the following days for your calendar.

Wednesday, November 27th is an early dismissal of 11:20
Thursday, November 28th is Thanksgiving-No School 
Friday, November 29th-No School 

***This Week
Tuesday is Day 1 of the schedule. We will have gym on Tuesday and Thursday this week.

Thursday, the seventh grade is holding a bake sale. Please send in a quarter if you wish your child to purchase a treat.

Friday is a N.U.T. Day. The cost is $1.00.

Please remember the weather is becoming cooler and sometimes cold. Students should come to school prepared to go outside for recess. Jackets and coats, hats and mittens need to be worn. If your child does not have the appropriate clothing, please let me know so we can help. Thank you.

*****Please practice tieing shoes, buttoning, and zippering jackets. Thanks.

Homework
Tues. 11/12 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook.
Wed. 11/13 Math
Thurs. 11/14 Daily Language Review

Spelling Words
crust, must, trust, lump, bump, just, dusk, jump, dust, hunt

High Frequency Words
home, them, into, many

Amazing Words
desert, world, silent, medicine, forest, chatter, snort, poisonous

Have a nice week!

Week of November 4, 2019

Monday is Day 3 of the schedule. We will have gym on Monday. 

Thursday at 6:00 pm there is a PTA Meeting. All parents and guardians are welcome to attend. If you have any new ideas to share, it is encouraged to bring them with you. If you don't, it is encouraged that you just come.

Reminder: Scholastic Book Club orders are due Friday.

November is a time for "Giving Thanks" and "Remembrance". It is a time when we pray and remember family and friends who are no longer with us. During this month, we are taking our morning prayer time and remembering those who have deceased. Mr. Arria has provided a special book for us to place the names of people who we want to remember. This book will be used during a special prayer service which will be held before Thanksgiving break. If you have a loved one/s who have passed away, and would like their name/s added to the book, please legibly print the first and last names on a small piece of paper or post- it note, send it to school so that we can include them in the Remembrance Book.

Next Monday, November 11th is Veteran's Day! There is no school on this day. Thank you to all who have sacraficed and bravely served our country!

Homework
Mon. 11/4  Write spelling words 3x each in notebook
Tues. 11/5 Daily Language Review
Wed. 11/16 Math
Thurs. 11/17 Math

Spelling Words
men, ten, jet, bed, red, net, sled, step, leg, wet

High Frequency Words
saw, tree, small, your

Amazing Words
habitat, survive, croak, hatch, chirp, moist

Have a great week!

Week of October 28, 2019

Monday is Day 5 of the schedule. We will have gym on Thursday this week.

November Lunch Forms are now due. 

Reminder: If you have not yet signed and returned your child's progress report, please do. Thank you to those who have already done so!

Thursday is Halloween! 
Students may wear costumes to school over their gym clothes. If you can send in a special treat for snack time, please let me know so I can plan accordingly. We are planning to parade around on our floor to other classrooms and other classes will be visiting us as well. Students will take off their costumes and put it away after the parade. Please pack an empty bag, that your child can put their costumes into, so they can transport it home. Students may not wear makeup or bring in any accessories. Please keep them at home.Thank you for your help with this. If your child is not going to wear a costume they may dress in their gym uniform, as it is a gym day. Please remember students should wear their sneakers.

On Friday we will meet at church. Mass begins at 8:00. Please arrive in enough time for your child to get settled. Thank you. 

Friday is also an early dismissal day. Dismissal is at 11:20. 

Homework
Mon. 10/28 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook
Tues. 10/29 Daily Language Review
Wed. 10/30 Math
Thurs. 10/31 No Homework- Happy Halloween!

Spelling Words
sit, sits, win, wins, fit, fits, hit, hits, nap, naps

High Frequency Words
eat, her, five, this, four, too

Amazing Words
observe, wild, screech, reserve, parent, canopy, million, native

Enjoy your week!

Week of October 21, 2019

Another long weekend, I hope you enjoyed it! We won't have another one until Veteran's Day coming up next month.

Monday is Day 7 of the schedule. We will have gym on Tuesday and Thursday this week. 

Progress Reports go home Monday. Please sign and return them to school with your child on Tuesday. Thanks.

Friday is a N.U.T. Day and the cost is $1.00.

Sunday, October 27th "Trunk or Treat"
Come and see the decorated car trunks, wear a costome, and trick or treat from 5:00-6:30 in the school yard.

Spelling Words
hot, pop, mop, mom, hop, ox, got, pot, lock, rock

High Frequency Words
use, little, get, blue, help, from

Amazing Words
enormous, transportation, powerful, past, produce, present, danger, snuggle, serve

Homework
Mon. 10/21 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook
Tues. 10/22 Daily Language Review
Wed. 10/23 Math
Thurs. 10/24 Math

Have a wonderful week!

Week of October 15, 2019

I hope that you all enjoyed the extra long weekend. Tuesday is Day 4 of the schedule. We are not scheduled for gym this week. 

Wednesday is individual picture day in uniform. Students wear their school uniform. Another day will be set aside for a casual picture. Informational flyers/envelopes went home last week. You do not need to purchase pictures, but if you want to please use the flyer/envelope to do so. Thanks.

On Thursday there is a bake sale. If you wish your child to buy a treat at the bake sale, please send in 25 cents so that they can purchase a treat. Thanks.

I am sure you noticed from the school calendar that there is no school Friday.

Thank you you to all who donated to the food drive. The hallway is full of all your donations! The 8th graders will be bringing it all over to Sacred Hearts Food Pantry. Thank you again!

Request for help!
When sending money or checks into school, please be sure to attach it to a form or a piece of paper indicating your child’s name and what the money is for. Ideally, if you have an envelope, please use that.  Again labeling it with your child’s name and contents of the matter. Thank you for your help.

As this is a very short week, we will not have enough time to start and finish a new story. There will be no new spelling words or high frequency words.

Homework
Tues. 10/15 Daily Language Review 
Wed. 10/16 Math

Progress Reports will go home next Monday. Please sign and return them to school on Tuesday.

Have a nice week!

Week of October 7, 2019

Monday is Day 7 of the schedule. We will have gym on Tuesday and Thursday this week. Students should wear their gym uniform on these days. All other days students should dress in their school uniform.

Arrival and Dismissal Times
Just a reminder that student arrival time is 7:50. We start our day at 8:00. Please come in the morning on time so that your child has enough time to get unpacked and settled so as to begin on time. If your child arrives after the 8:00 bell they are marked tardy. Dismissal time is 2:00. Half day dismissal time is 11:20. Thank you for your help with this matter.

Scholastic Book Club Order Forms went home last week. If you would like to order some books for your child the due date is October 10th. Thanks.

This months service project will end on Wednesday. Please consider donating to the Food Drive to benefit the Sacred Hearts Food Pantry. Thank you to those who have already made donations. This is a nice way to engage and teach young children about caring for those who are in need. Those who donate will receive a free N.U.T. Day on Thursday, October 10th. Thank you for your help.

Friday, October 11th is a Professional Day for teachers. There is no school. 

Next Monday, October 14th there is no school. It is Columbus Day. Enjoy the extra long weekend!

Spelling Words
six, wig, mix, fix, lip, it, sit, in, did, pin
The spelling test will be Thursday.

High Frequency Words
what, she, take, up
The reading test will be Thursday.

Amazing Words
search, tool, comfort, scrub, career, sloppy, service, exercise

Homework
Mon. 10/7 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook 
Tues. 10/8 Daily Language Review 
Wed. 10/9 Math
Homework Reminders: Read nightly, study and memorize math facts, study and learn to master spelling and high frequency words. Please remember to check your child's homework nightly and fix any errors so that your child is learning from their mistakes. Thank you for your continued support with your child's education.

Have a great week!

Week of September 30, 2019

As you know this week begins October. Happy Fall! I would like you to be attentive to the October calendar and take note that many of the upcoming weeks are short weeks. There is an early dismissal day and a few days with no school. Please plan accordingly on these days.Thank you.

Monday is Day 2 of the schedule. We are scheduled for gym on Tuesday this week.

On Thursday we will celebrate mass. Mass begins at 8:00. Please drop your child off at church and please allow enough time for your child to get settled before mass starts. Thank you.

Friday is early dismissal. Please make arrangements to pick your child up at the dismissal time of 11:20.

Ms. Bettencourt, our music/spanish teacher, wanted me to remind you to send in a notebook for her class. Thank you to those who have already done so.

Service Project
We are collecting non-perishable food items for the Sacred Hearts Food Pantry. We have already had some donations come in. This school wide service project will run until October 10th. This is a nice way to engage students in helping those in need. If you are able to donate that would be very helpful. Thank you. Those who donate will recieve a free N.U.T. Day on October 10th. Thanks again!

Spelling Words
at, can, cat, back, dad, am, bat, mad, ran, sack 
We will have a spelling test on these words Friday!

High Frequency Words
my, in, come, on, way
We will have a reading test on these words Friday!

Amazing Words
heel, shelter, faithful, tickle, cuddle, responsibility, needs, fetch
These are good vocabulary and enrichment words that are used in our readings. Please talk about these words and their meanings.

Homework
Mon. 9/30 Write spelling words 3x each in notebook 
Tues. 10/1Math
Wed. 10/2 Daily Language Review 
Thurs. 10/3 Math

Remember to review and check homework with your child after they have completed it. Fix mistakes and talk about the errors. Work should be clear, correct, and complete. Thank you for your help with this matter.

Thank you for reading each night with your child. Review words, math facts, and papers that go home. Thank you very much for your support.

Enjoy your week!

Week of September 23, 2019

Welcome to a new week of school! We are still adjusting to the rules, routines, and expectations of first grade. I am sure you have seen papers and have heard some good reports about what your child is learning during the day.

We have a full week of school this week. Monday is Day 4 of the schedule. We will have gym on Friday.

A request for your help!! I know and understand you can’t always predict when you need to go to the bathroom, but could you please have your child make one last trip to the bathroom before leaving home in the morning. Hopefully, the trips to the bathroom will become less of a necessity when beginning our learning and lessons at the start of our day. Thank you for your help in this matter. 

Please be on the Lookout! The Student Information Sheet! This went home again Wednesday of last week! It Must Be Returned to School, Completed!
The purpose: The office would like you to confirm all the data on the Student Information Sheet. Please check/fix this sheet to be sure all information is listed correctly. Fill in all blank spaces. If it is not applicable, then please write N/A. Remember to sign and date the bottom. All this information is necessary in case of an emergency. Thank you to those who have already completed it and have sent it back to school!

Please remember to print off a calendar from this web site so you know what days your child has gym. Gym days are scheduled for days 1 and 3. The calendar is listed under News/Events.

Band forms are due Monday, September 23rd. Remember that grade one students have the option of violin lessons only. 

Friday is a N.U.T. Day. Students may dress in their play clothes. If your child dresses in play clothes the cost is $1.00. If students do not bring in $1.00, they should dress in their school uniform.

Spelling Words
Coming Soon! 

High Frequency Words
red, the, like, one, we, write

Amazing Words
Coming Soon! 

Homework
Mon. 9/23 Math-Complete all sides
Tues. 9/24 Daily Language Review-Complete all sides
Wed. 9/25 Math-Complete all sides
Thurs. 9/26 Phonics-Complete all sides

Please go over the homework with your child and correct any mistakes with them. Thanks. 

Remember to read nightly. Practice math facts. Practice Sight Words/High Frequency Words. You can always review any papers that go home, whether they are correct or incorrect. Any extra help will only be a benenfit for your child. Thank you for your help.

Remember CORI Forms need to be filled out if you wish to volunteer with field trips/events involving students.  Please see Ms. Diana in the office and bring your ID. Thank you.

Have a nice week!


Week of September 16, 2019

Thank you to those who were able to make it to the Back to School Night! It was very nice to see you all. As you may know it takes a long time to learn names and faces onto top of matching you up to your children. I am still learning. Thank you for your patience. You may have to remind me from time to time. Thanks.

We have a full week of school this week. Monday is Day 6 of the schedule. We will have gym on Wednesday and Friday this week. Please remember to have your child dress in their gym uniform and sneakers. All other days, please have your child dress in their school uniform including school shoes. Thank you.

During the day on Monday, we will have a band assembly. This is an introduction for those interested in joining the band. Lessons are held on Thursdays after school. Students will bring home sign up sheets in regards to the information and cost. If you are interested in enrolling your child, please return the completed form to school by the dute date of Monday, September 23rd. The first grade instrument is the violin. This program is an outside company who comes to our school. When students are not in a lesson the teacher supervision is Mrs. Ronchetti, our second grade teacher.

Homework
Mon. 9/16 Math-Complete all sides
Tues. 9/17 Daily Language Review-Complete all sides
Wed. 9/18 Math-Complete all sides
Thurs. 9/19 Phonics-Complete all sides

Please remember to have your child reading to you nightly. Also, please practice sight words, spelling words, and math facts. These lists will be weekly on this page soon.

Remember to keep up with the Instant Sight Words list given to you at Back to School Night. Thank you!

**We will have weekly spelling and reading tests on Fridays. We have not started the spelling lists yet. When we do, students will bring home a green marble notebook on Mondays to be used for homework. Students will write the spelling words 3x each in the notebook and return it back to school the following day. You may want to write the words on a separate piece of paper to keep at home as the notebook will only be sent home on Mondays. The words will also be listed here on this teacher page.

Remember to fill out a CORI Form if you plan to participate in any school function/activity. These forms must be updated yearly. It does take some time to process, so please do so to have them on file. Thanks for your help. 

Thank you for your support in helping your child!
Have a great week!


Week of September 9, 2019
Welcome Back to School!

We had a super first week of school! Looking forward to a wonderful school year!

Monday is Day 1 of the schedule. We will have gym on Monday and Wednesday this week. Please be sure your child dresses in their gym uniform and sneakers. Thank you.

If you plan to order lunch for September, please send in the Lunch Order Form and Payment. Thank you to those who have already done so. The lunch forms can be printed from this web site each month.

You can print out a monthly school calendar from this web site as well. Having a printed copy of the monthly calendar will help you with the schedule days. You will see each date has the day(Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, etc.). As you read the Special Schedule, from this teacher page,  you can see that our class will have gym on Days 1 and 3. 

Please be sure to fill out and return to school the (1)Student Information Sheet, (2)Permission Slips to walk to and from church, and the (3)Parent-Student Contract & Internet Consent Form. On the Student Information Sheet, please fill this out completely. Do not leave anything blank. Thank you to those who have already done so.

Thank you for sending in your child's school supplies. Having these supplies at the start helps your child be prepared for each school day.  We will begin to use these tools daily. Be sure to label all your child's supplies. Thanks. 

Thank you for your attention and help to all these matters.

Thursday is Back to School Night! I hope you can make it! Mr. Arria will begin the meeting in the gym at 6:30. After Mr. Arria's meeting, the teacher's will conduct meetings in their classrooms. This is a general meeting to inform you of the expectations for grade one. If you wish to discuss things referring to your child, I would gladly set up an appointment for a more suitable time. Hope to see you Thursday!  This informational night is for parents only.

On Friday we will meet at church. Please be sure to drop your child off at Sacred Hearts Parish Church. We sit on the left side, close to the windows, after the break. Mass begins at 8:00. Please arrive and allow enough time for your child to get settled. Thank you.

Homework
Mon. 9/9 Math-Complete all sides
Tues. 9/10 Daily Language Review-Complete all sides
Wed. 9/11 Math-Complete all sides
Thurs. 9/12 Phonics-Complete all sides

Be sure to check back weekly, as to stay informed and updated on the happenings at school. I will usually update on Sunday nights! I will try my best to have updates by Monday mid day.

Thank you for all your focus and efforts to helping your child at home!

Enjoy your week!