Author Courtney Hakim

Hi, everyone! Another first grade teacher found this AMAZING website that the kids will love! It’s really fun and engaging. It’s all about animals which fits in with our upcoming science unit – plant and animal life. I will be… Continue Reading →

Hi families!     You will find your child’s second report card in their Owl folder today. You will be happy to see improvements from your student overall. They have worked hard, and it shows. Keep in mind, the expectations… Continue Reading →

Hi families! A lot of parents have asked for math and reading packets for their student as extra practice for the upcoming two-week break we have. Instead of printing off two big packets for each student, I will be attaching… Continue Reading →

Hi everyone, I know this is a super busy time of year, so I just wanted to send out a few reminders to help everyone plan ahead and get things in order 🙂 The Social Studies Diversity packet that was… Continue Reading →

Today your child brought home a new reading tool in their book bag – their own retelling rope! Their rope consists of 8 colored beads tied onto a shoelace. This tool is used to help students with reading comprehension of… Continue Reading →

Hi everyone! I just wanted to share some photos from our field trip to the zoo last week. It was a bit chilly, but overall, a fantastic trip. The kids had a blast and loved seeing all the animals with… Continue Reading →

                 Halloween Party! EVERYONE IS WELCOME TO ATTEND! It is time for Ms. Otto’s 1st grade Halloween Party! We will begin the festivities on October 31st at 1:00 p.m., and end the party promptly at 2:30 p.m. We will be… Continue Reading →

FIELD TRIP REMINDERS! We are asking that all first graders dress appropriately for Thursday’s weather. It is supposed to be in the low 50s, so a warm jacket and a hat is a good idea. All children must pack a… Continue Reading →

I just wanted to remind everyone that our First Grade Parent Meeting will be this Thursday, the 12th, from 3:45-4:30 in the library. The purpose of the meeting is to inform parents and family members of the first grade expectations,… Continue Reading →

For this project you will need to go on a Number Walk in your local community with an adult member of your family. Requirements: You may choose one specific number to look for on your Number Walk (e.g. Just look… Continue Reading →