We continue to use the 6 + 1 writing process. We have learned about ideas and organization. We are currently learning about word choice. Word Choice involves asking the following questions about your writing: -have I used some words that … Continue reading →

Our school’s Walkathon will be held on November 24th. The pledges for this fundraiser will be collected through November 19th. The fundraisers help to support programs and purchases by the PTA for our school and children.

We are using the 6 + 1 Traits of writing. The traits are: Ideas, Organzation, Word Choice, Sentence Fluency, Voice, and Conventions. Throughout the year we will focus on each trait. Currently we are focusing on ORGANIZATION. Following are the … Continue reading →

We are using the 6 + 1 Traits of writing. The traits are: Ideas, Organzation, Word Choice, Sentence Fluency, Voice, Conventions. Throughout the year we will focus on each trait. Currently we are focusing on IDEAS. Following are the components … Continue reading →

Our school fundraiser will be on Tuesday, October 26 at On the Border restaurant in Allen Park. 10% of food and beverage purchases will go to our school. It is a great way to have a good meal and support … Continue reading →

We are having a Parent Meeting on Tuesday, October 19th. This meeting will begin at 3:00. We hope that you will be able to attend.

I hope everyone is reading each night to reach their “Book It” goal for the month of October. Turn in your calendar at the end of the month for your certificate.

Please click on “classroom events” on the left side of the blog to view a calendar showing classroom/school events.

We will be doing the MEAP test during the next couple of weeks. Please make sure your child is well rested, has a good breakfast and is in school during this testing time. Thank you for your support.

Below is a sample of the letter formations that the children will be learning in cursive writing, as well as letter formations for manuscript. Letter Formation Charts