Week 30

NWEA

ELA testing dates: April 19, 20, 21

Math testing dates: April 26, 27, 28    

I try hard to make this a nonthreatening experience.  However, it is important that the children take the testing seriously so that we get the best information possible.  Please discuss this with your child and encourage them to do their best.  Many will need to be reminded that it’s not a race! Additionally, please do what you can to be sure your child is at school on those days!

 Field Trip

Hurray!  We will be going to Sarett Nature Center on Thursday, April 28.  We will ride the bus.  If you would like to meet us there you are more than welcome to do so.  The cost for parents is $5.  This can be paid upon arrival at Sarett. 


Animal Project

First Graders will be VERY busy in the coming weeks researching an animal and creating a variety of projects to show their understanding of its physical characteristics, habitat, food sources, and predators.  I intended to send information home in your child’s Friday folder this past week, but the class wasn’t ready for this just yet. Please look for it this Friday instead. 


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