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First Grade Parent Meeting October 12th, 7:50-8:30a.m The first grade teachers will be holding a brief parent meeting in the library on the morning of September 12th. We will meet from 7:50-8:30am. We will be discussing procedures, rules, curriculum, websites and tips to help your children be successful. We look forward to seeing you attend and being a partner in… Read more →

  Your child should be bringing home his/her reading bag daily In the bag, you will find books at the instructional level your child is currently reading. You will also find a reading response journal OR sight word sticker book OR a cut up sentence bag. The books and activities in the bag are to be read and completed one… Read more →

On Friday, October 7th the Haigh PTA will be hosting its second outdoor movie night. The Jungle Book was the winning movie selected by the children to be shown on a huge inflatable screen. There will will be refreshments sold and plenty of space for you to put down a blanket and enjoy this fun-filled night. We hope to see… Read more →

                            Our first math test is scheduled for October 5th. I will be sending home a study guide on Monday, October 3rd. We will complete the study guide together in class tomorrow afternoon. Please go over it again at home and create similar problems on your own both Monday and Tuesday night for further review. Your assistance is always welcomed… Read more →

Fiction/ Story Books Please take a few moments to share your child’s story that was sent home in their reading bag. Here are a few questions you can ask your child about their book. Who is the main character?   Where is the story set?       What is the problem and how is it solved?         What do you think… Read more →

Book Club Order Due Date: October 14th   Scholastic Book Clubs Ordering Information www.scholastic.com/bookclubs Class Activation Code: QDXB3   Dear Parents,   Sometimes the right book is all it takes to nurture a child’s love of reading. That’s why I’m pleased that our class will be participating in Scholastic Book Clubs this school year. The Book Club flyers I’ll be… Read more →

  The Specials Schedule is now set for the school year. Thank you for your patience and understanding as there were adjustments made to the to the schedule. MONDAY – 9:35-9:55 Library Check Out,  12:50-1:35 Computers TUESDAY- 9:00-9:45 Media, 1:40-2:25 Gym (GYM shoes required) WEDNESDAY- 1:40-2:25 Music THURSDAY- 12:50-1:25 Art FRIDAY- 12:50-1:35 Music I’ve place a special schedule sticker on… Read more →

Dear Parents and Families, I just wanted to take a moment to thank everyone for your kindness, support, and understanding during this difficult time for my family. My mother is currently in rehabilitation and is slowly recovering from her accident. I am so grateful that Mrs. Baydoun and Mrs. Otto were able to work together to ensure that all of… Read more →

Dear families, This marks the end of the first week of first grade…that’s a lot of first. I am very excited and enthusiastic about all the wonderful experiences and opportunities we are going to have as a class throughout the 2016-2017 school year. Personally, I cannot wait to see how fast your child grows into their 2nd grade self. Below… Read more →

Tuesday, June 14th – 1st Grade Picnic at Levagood Park  Tomorrow,  the first graders will be celebrating the end of first grade by having a picnic in the park. We will be walking across the street to Levagood Park at approximately 9:30am, and returning at approximately 2:00pm. This event is FREE to all students and will include a pizza lunch… Read more →