Panda News:

Thank you for the wonderful lunch on Tuesday and the great art work the children made for their teachers.  It was a great Teacher's Appreciation Week.  Happy Mother's Day to all the Moms!

Language Arts:

We have begun an author study of Eric Carle.  They have been studying his craft and have tried out some of his illustration techniques.  We watched a video about his life today. 

P.E.:

The school did a great job with this years Wellness Walk.  We walked for our wellness and to support those who lost their battle with cancer this year.  Each child was given a Live Strong bracelet.

Art:

The students worked on Mother's Day gifts. Shh!  I hope you love them.

Upcoming Events:

Handwriting Letters: review of all lowercase letters
Phonics Letters: review of all phonic letters

Word of the Week: review of all sight words

Baby Picture: 5/12 (if you have not sent one)

Early Release: 5/14 @12:50

Field Trip: 5/21 (Music Hall)

Field Day: 5/23

No School: 5/26 (Memorial Day)

Grandparent Luncheon: 6/2 more info to follow

Last Day for K: 6/11 We will have an end of the year celebration starting at 9:30 in our classroom.  Dismissal will be by 11:00am if this poses a problem for your family please let me know ASAP so I can plan accordingly.