Our butterflies are arriving this week. Have your children squealed with excitement as they share their enthusiasm with you? We will watch the "metamorphosis" of a caterpillar into a butterfly. This observation is timely and a fabulous way to learn more about life cycles. This process is beautiful in its own way and leads into more learning of the insect community which the children love. There will be an enrichment program and a culminating project in June so stay tuned for more information.
The committee for Understanding Disabilities will presenting a workshop for all second graders on Friday of this week. There will be an hour long workshop with hands and participatory activities for each class. This will be followed up with a discussion of what the children learned from the workshop on understanding disabilities. Students will be put in situations to make them aware of what it might be like to live without sight or hearing. They also will get to experience using crutches and a wheel chair. Understanding Disabilities gives students the opportunity to learn what it might be like to live in someone elses shoes. Thank you to all parents who have volunteered to bring this progam to us.
Thank you for those who particiapated in making "Teacher Appreciation" Week so wonderful. Thank you for the flowers, notes and treats. The luncheon was fabulous and to win a raffle prize was a total surprise. Please know that it has been such a pleasure to work with your students this year. I have thoroughly enjoyed my experience in second grade. Your children have grown and matured so much this year. You should all be proud of their accomplishments. I thank you for all you do! With your continued support, my job is so much easier.
Beginning Monday, the students will be bringing home Writing Portfolios. Each portfolio is stocked with writing supplies and suggestions of writing ideas. All portfolios will rotate through out the classroom till the end of the year. There are four and hopefully every child will get to each one. The portfolio can stay at home for TWO days. I will not send them home on the weekend. The kids seemed excited and are so interested in writing. I hope you get caught up in their enthusiasm!
With 22 days of learning to go, I look forward to more exciting and funfilled days!
I hope the sun comes out this week and may you all have an enjoyable Memorial Day weekend!
