Blog Update 9/3
Well week one is done! I am copying this onto our morning message as a reminder to check the blog for updates. I try to update the blog by Monday. We've spent the last week getting to know our new classmates, reviewing Glencoe common area expectations (hallway, cafeteria and playground) and building our community of learners in Room 108. We will be putting the finishing touches on our classroom agreements this week. One change at Glencoe is that students go out to recess before lunch. While it is early to evaluate the effectiveness of this change I do believe it has resulted in students not rushing to eat and coming back to the classroom with a greater sense of calm. Another change at Glencoe is that we have 3 sessions of P.E. during the week! The water fountain in the gym hasn't been turned back on yet so students will be bringing their water bottles to class - especially during the warm weather. We also set aside a few minutes each morning for students to have a snack if they would like. The focus is on healthy snacks so no chips or cookies please. Some students will choose something to eat from their lunch or bring a separate snack. I do ask that anything that might spill not be a snack choice (yogurt, applesauce). Not having a sink in the classroom makes spills difficult to clean up. Thank you for your help with this. Be sure to sign and return in the verification forms that came home last week. You will want to make sure that you update the list of people who are allowed to pick up your child. If there is a change in dismissal plans, please send a note with your child. I am also still collecting supply money and headphones. Glencoe is part of a technology grant called Tech Smart. Classrooms in grades K-3 have a half class set of chromebooks to integrate technology with classroom instruction. We dipped our toes into technology this week and I am looking forward to all the different ways it can enhance learning. Upcoming Dates Wednesday, September 5 Wednesday Morning Meeting Friday, September 21 Book Order Due Tuesday, September 11 PTA Meeting 8:30 am in the Cafeteria Tuesday, September 18 Picture Day Thursday, September 27 Back to School Night 5:30 - 7 pm
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