September Newsletter

What We Have Been Working On:
Language Arts:
We have been focusing on rhyming, beginning sounds of words, and syllables. Challenge your child at home to keep them practicing!

Math:
The first unit focused on all of the different math skills and concepts we will learn throughout the year. The students seem to be enjoying math and are doing well!

Science:
We learned about the life cycle of a butterfly and had Katie Cantu from Jasper County Conservation come in to talk more about butterflies.

Handwriting:
The class has been working on writing uppercase letters (F, E, D, P). Have them practice writing at home because we need to work on our fine motor skills.

Please don't be frustrated if your child has been coming home with "yellow days." They are working hard at following expectations and will get better as the year progresses.

Important Dates:
October 3rd-No School
October 13th- Picture Retakes and Field Trip to Ames
October 25th-27th- Parent/Teacher Conferences
October 28th-No School

Special Points of Interest:
Our Fall Party is on Monday, October 31st. Please contact Mary McPartlin if you'd like to bring something. runsmilin2528@yahoo.com We need paper plates (21), napkins (21), cups (21), 2 kinds of treats (21 of each), any school appropriate Halloween decorations.

Book Orders are due on October 14th. If you'd like to order online, here is the information you'll need
www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
Username: KHolden
Password: Reading

Contact Information:
Please feel free to contact me at any time!
(641) 792-2498 ext 1548
holdenm@newton.k12.ia.us

***I will be posting pictures of Bus Safety and other randoms soon! :)