It is getting colder… so make sure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather.

Lets check out what we are learning this week:

Reading: We are listening for understanding from these stories: Stand tall Molly; Wimberly worried, Don’t squeal unless its a big deal; What if everybody did that? We will discuss who are the characters in the story. We will also discuss what moral or lesson was taught from the story read aloud.

Letter of the week: Tt

Sight words: I, a

Writing: We will focus creating characters and settings. We will work on illustrations for stories we will create.

Daily 5 structure: We have started read to self last week. This week we will practice work on writing.

Math: We will continue counting 0-5 in linear sorts, array sorts, in columns and rows. We need to make sure we count by touching without counting the same objects more than once. We will also explore manipulatives and address them as math tools to use.

Science: We will started learning what is a scientist and how to use all their senses. We will started an investigation in force and motion in physical science. We will continue to discuss push and pull, speed and direction.

Important dates coming up:

• Thursday, September 13, 2018- Open House @ 6-7:30
• Friday, September 14, 2018- half day dismissal @11:45
• Thursday, September 20, 2018- Kindergarten meeting @6-7:00

SPECIALS SCHEDULE:

Monday: Music, Gym

Tuesday: Media, Music

Wednesday: Gym

Thursday: Library, Art

Friday: Art,  Computer Lab practice

Have a wonderful week!

Ms. Mohamed

The kindergarten students were amazing this week! With their first full days and dealing with the heat, they were true champs💪🏼

We started our first component of Read to self in the daily 5 structure and the students were on point. They were engaged in reading for a full 5 minutes without being distracted or redirected. Our goal is to build up to 15-20 minutes of engaged reading and I know we can do it!!

Here are a few pictures of what was going on this week:

A few dates to keep in mind that are coming up:

Thursday, September 13-Open house from 6-7:30

Thursday, September 20- Kg parent only meeting from 6:00-7:00

Have a wonderful weekend!

-Ms. Mohamed

This week in kindergarten, we will learn about:

Reading: We will be listening to stories called: Animals at the park-an abc book; You are beautiful as you are; Rules are important; Don’t let the pigeon drive the bus. Through these stories, we will identify the characters, discuss our favorite animals and discuss why rules are important.

Letters of the week: Aa, Mm

Sight word of the week: am

Writing: I will introduce writers workshop. We will discuss how to stay on tasks, tools to use, where to write and how to use our writing folders.

Math: We will be counting 0-5.  We will look at objects and compare them with each other how they are exactly the same, how they are similar and how the objects can be classified in the same group by attributes.

Science: We will start by learning what is a scientist and how to use all their senses. We will start an investigation in force and motion in physical science. We will discuss push and pull, speed and direction.

Here is a picture from last week:

Dear Parents,

Welcome to Kindergarten!

Here is our schedule for the first week of school.  Kindergarten will be participating in Soft Start.

Monday, August 27   8:35-11:45 dismissal

Tuesday-Thursday, August 28-30   8:35-12:00 dismissal

In the afternoons, we will be assessing students.  Please sign up for a time slot. Please bring your child with you to this appointment.

Lunch: Kindergarten students will be having lunch, beginning Tuesday, August 28.  Please send a lunch with your child or they may purchase a school lunch for $2.25.  Applications for free or reduced lunch are in the office.

If your child has any allergies or medical concerns, please notify the teacher immediately. If your child is riding the bus or participating in Kids’ Club (before/after school) please let the teacher know this information also.

Full day Kindergarten will begin on Tuesday, September 4, 2018 from 8:35-3:35.  Because we have so many students exiting the building, we will stagger our dismissal.

3:25  Mrs. Smith dismissal    3:30 Mrs. Polgar 3:35 Ms. Mohamed

Thanks for your support,

The Kindergarten Team

My name is Kadeeja Mohamed and I will be your child’s Kindergarten teacher this year. First and foremost, I would like to welcome you and your child to our class. I am so excited to meet you and your child!

Let me begin by telling you a little about myself. I graduated from Wayne State University with a Masters in Bilingual-Bicultural Education with a Specialization in English as a Second Language in 2015. I also have a Bachelors in Elementary Education in 2009 with an Early Childhood Endorsement from Wayne State University as well. This is my tenth year teaching kindergarten.

Next, let me give you a brief summary of how your child will spend his or her day in the classroom. I have worked very hard to create a classroom that is very organized and structured. Your child’s daily routine will be filled with hands-on activities, small group work, whole class work and discussion, one-on-one instruction, and subject concentrated centers. Through these aspects, your child will learn through discovery and exploration, but most of all they will learn by having FUN. It is also my plan to teach your child to grow into a well-rounded individual that loves to learn. I whole heartily believe my patience, kindness, and love for learning will aide greatly in developing your child’s love for learning.

As all of you know, your child is still growing mentally and physically. To aide in this growth, your child will have one snack time. I will be providing snack for the first week, but please donate a healthy snack for the class. Snacks preferred would be cheese crackers, animal crackers, gold fish etc. You could pick up a box from your next trip to the grocery store or Sams club.

I will be here every day for your child, which means I will also be here for you as a parent. If at any time you have any questions or concerns, I will be here for you. My email address is mohamek@dearbornschools.org . The best form of communication is email, but I am also available by phone. I do ask, out of respect for your child’s education, that communication take place before or after school hours. Of course, if it is an emergency, you can contact the front office and they will connect you to the classroom.

This blog is used as a communication tool. So please refer to this blog weekly. I will discuss content and expectations for each week on Monday or Tuesday. You may leave comments below. For more personal matters, please email me at mohamek@dearbornschools.org

Lastly, I want to thank you for allowing me to educate your child. Your child is in the best of hands throughout the day and you are welcome anytime!

Thank You,

Ms. Mohamed

Good-byes are always tough. To all my kinders and their families,

This has been a wonderful kindergarten year and it was truly a pleasure to work with your child, to watch them grow and learn all year, build beautiful friendships and to establish their love and foundations for learning. This is the beginning of many milestones to conquer and achieve. I am proud to have been able to be part of their growth. Good-luck in first grade and have a great summer. You could always visit! I will miss you my darlings!

Sincerely,

Ms. Mohamed

Parents,

You can participate in an easy fundraising opportunity that encourages summer learning!  For every Daily Summer Activities workbook sold, Howard Elementary will earn $8.00!  The students that fully complete the workbook and return it in the fall will be rewarded.

Just click on the link below:

https://www.evan-moor.com/t/summer-activities-fundraiser-order

Please include Howard’s school code SUM8033 in the coupon code box to earn the credit and free shipping to your home!  Hurry, this offer is valid until 6/30/18.

Have a Great Summer 🙂

Dear Kinder Families,

We are having our kindergarten family picnic on Tuesday, June 12^th at 11:15-12:15. It will be in our kindergarten playground. Lunch for kindergarten will be provided, but if you want to pack a lunch for you and your child, you can. Please bring a picnic blanket or towel to sit on. All families are welcome.

Thank you,

Ms. Mohamed

If you can donate snack, that would be greatly appreciated!

-Ms. Mohamed