Week 6 October 1-5

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This week, we will read Dig, Dig, Digging by Margaret Mayo. Throughout the book, students will explore the unique capabilities of different machines, and that they all have something in common

Last week, the students learned about Community Helpers. Thanks to Mrs. Lee's Kindergarten for the community helper art idea.  

Ms. Jackson's Community Helpers!

Check out our Ms. Jackson's Class crazy socks

Week 4 September 17-21

 
This week, we will read Miss Bindergarten Takes a Field Trip with Kindergarten, written by Joseph Slate and illustrated by Ashley Wolff.  In the story, Miss Bindergarten leads her class on a tour through town, exploring and learning about various community helpers along the way.






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Week 3 September 10-14

This week we will read Plaidypus Lost by Janet and Susan Stevens Crummel. The story is about a young girl who misplaces her favorite stuff toy, a platypus made out of her grandfather's old plaid shirt. We will take a journey on their adventure and share in the anxiety of the little girl when she misplaces her Plaidypus, and witness her joy in finding him again.


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September Art

Riding the Bus to School!

Welcome Letter

Welcome Families,

            Kindergarten is a time that children begin a lifetime of learning. It is a year for learning, growing, making friends, and a lot of fun, too! Our days are filled with stories, letters, phonics, numbers, writing, and many other activities and memories. What a pleasure it will be to have your child in my classroom.This is going to be an exciting year!

 

 Best Wishes,

Ms. Jackson

 

Important Reminders

 

Behavior: With regard to behavior, your child is expected to act in a manner that will ensure safety and consideration for the feelings of others. Please see the Student Handbook for further information about behavior and discipline.

 

Arrival/Dismissal: We are prepared to welcome students at 7:30 a.m. Please do not drop off students before 7:30 a.m.

 

Pick up time: The school day runs until 3:10 p.m. and students leaving early miss valuable information. We begin loading afternoon pick ups at approximately 3:20 p.m. Unless it is an absolute necessity, please do not sign your child out in the afternoon prior to dismissal.  If your child needs to ride a different bus than his/her usual one, or if your child normally rides the bus and will be picked up after school, please send a note or call the school at 281-328-9370 before 1:00 p.m. to let us know of the change.

 

Breakfast/Lunch: Breakfast is served from 7:45 a.m. until 8:15 a.m. daily. The price for breakfast is $1.30 and the lunch price is $2.10.

 

Friday Folders: These folders go home every Friday which include your child's weekly work and important school wide information. Please return the folders on Monday.

 

Birthdays: If you would like to send a birthday treat for the class, please send  a note the day before. We will celebrate birthdays no earlier than 2:30 p.m.

 

Volunteer: Volunteering is essential in providing the best opportunity for your child’s education. Keep an eye out for specific information about volunteering.

 

Communication: The best way to contact me is by calling the school at 281-328-9370 or through email. My email address is ojackson@crosbyisd.org. Please do not post any questions you may have about your child on the blog. The blog was created to keep parents informed about important information.