Our class will visit the Book Fair on Friday for a preview. The kids are very excited about all the new books, just waiting for their eager hands. Here is the link with the schedule and more information:
http://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bookfairs/cptoolkit/publish/keheley
Happy shopping!
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Tuesday, April 27, 2010
First in Math
Hooray! Second graders are now able to participate in the First in Math online program. The site will be available to the children---free of charge---through July 31st. Please take advantage of this program. The children will be able to proceed at their own pace and practice basic facts, problem solving and critical thinking, all while having a blast playing fun games. We introduced the program in lab yesterday and the children were SO excited and motivated. They were thrilled with the stickers they were able to earn playing each game.
Yesterday the children practiced going to the "K-2" section on the homepage and then playing all the games available there. However, after your child has played and explored that section there is so much more. For example, the Measurement section on the home page has a great game on money, a game you will want your child to play. Please explore!
This would be a tremendous site for the children to enjoy over the summer. I can't even imagine how well they would be prepared for 3rd grade math! Whew!
Yesterday the children practiced going to the "K-2" section on the homepage and then playing all the games available there. However, after your child has played and explored that section there is so much more. For example, the Measurement section on the home page has a great game on money, a game you will want your child to play. Please explore!
This would be a tremendous site for the children to enjoy over the summer. I can't even imagine how well they would be prepared for 3rd grade math! Whew!
Monday, April 19, 2010
Friday, April 16, 2010
Class Placement for 2010-1011
Our administrators, Liz Jackson and Patrick O'Connell, have asked all teachers to post this information for parents. This information can also be found in the Paw Print Press.
Parents,
As we think about next year, we would like to review our procedures for student placement in 2010 – 2011. Keheley’s staff gives much time, thought and effort in the careful placement of our children. To the best of our ability, we create proposed classes of students by paying close attention to balancing a heterogeneous blend of boys and girls, learning styles, academic performance and work study habits. Specialists, support staff, counselors and administrators all review proposed class lists.
Parents may submit letters or emails to an administrator regarding the placement of their student(s) by May 7, 2010. While input is accepted, please do not include a request for a specific teacher since numerous variables enter into student placement. A description of your child’s learning style, an unusual family issue, or needs for a special learning environment are helpful pieces of information. Please let us know if there are special considerations for separating your child from another student. If you have not met success with a certain teacher, such as an older child being in that room, please list that factor in your letter. With or without a letter, each Keheley student will be placed with great care. Individual placement conferences with administrators are not necessary.
Keheley’s mission is that in partnership with parents and the community, we will develop our students' excellence in academics and character. Thank you for your trust and participation as we work toward full-filling our mission.
Liz Jackson Patrick O’ConnellLiz.Jackson@cobbk12.org Patrick.oconnell@cobbk12.org
Parents,
As we think about next year, we would like to review our procedures for student placement in 2010 – 2011. Keheley’s staff gives much time, thought and effort in the careful placement of our children. To the best of our ability, we create proposed classes of students by paying close attention to balancing a heterogeneous blend of boys and girls, learning styles, academic performance and work study habits. Specialists, support staff, counselors and administrators all review proposed class lists.
Parents may submit letters or emails to an administrator regarding the placement of their student(s) by May 7, 2010. While input is accepted, please do not include a request for a specific teacher since numerous variables enter into student placement. A description of your child’s learning style, an unusual family issue, or needs for a special learning environment are helpful pieces of information. Please let us know if there are special considerations for separating your child from another student. If you have not met success with a certain teacher, such as an older child being in that room, please list that factor in your letter. With or without a letter, each Keheley student will be placed with great care. Individual placement conferences with administrators are not necessary.
Keheley’s mission is that in partnership with parents and the community, we will develop our students' excellence in academics and character. Thank you for your trust and participation as we work toward full-filling our mission.
Liz Jackson Patrick O’ConnellLiz.Jackson@cobbk12.org Patrick.oconnell@cobbk12.org
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