Grandmothers Make the Best Snacks

Thanks to Margaret Nation for the Thanksgiving Turkey snacks.

Sock Hop Day

Mrs. Brown our music teacher introduced our kindergarten students to the music of the 50's. She taught them how to do the dance moves to the Twist, Hand Jive, and the Bunny Hop. Thank you to our parents for getting into the spirit by dressing their children in 50's outfits. We hope you enjoy our pictures.

Shapes Are Everywhere

Leila Thomas a kindergarten student in Ms. Cook's class brought in this potato to share with her class. This demonstrates that our kindergarten students realize that shapes are all around us. Thank you Leila for sharing!

What Smells in Kindergarten

This week we are learning about our five senses. The classes participated in many hands on activities to explore touching, hearing, tasting, seeing, and tasting. One of the favorite activities was the "smelly" bags. The children were blindfolded and given the opportunity to smell different items. If they were lucky, they were able to guess the items. However, many items were "tricky" and they were surprised to see what they had smelled.

Sorting By Color

This week we are learning how to sort objects in various ways. Today we sorted by color. Here are a few of our students demonstrating their hands on sorting activity.

Week of September 12-16

DATES TO REMEMBER
Sept. 22: Columbus State play in gym at 1:00
Sept. 29: Fall Picture Day
Sept. 30: Kindergarten’s Picnic with Grandparents (11:15-11:50)
Oct. 5th: PTO fundraiser orders and money are due
Oct. 12th: End of 1st 9 weeks
Oct 13th: Work Day for teachers- Student Holiday
Oct 14th: Staff & Student Holiday

WHAT YOUR CHILD IS LEARNING THIS WEEK
Math: sorting by color, size, and shape

Reading: letters Ss and Pp (identify letter names and sounds)

Science/Social Studies: 5 senses (touching, hearing, seeing, tasting, and smelling)

PARENT INFORMATION
• Please look at our grade level website and blog for more information on upcoming events.
www.res.troup.k12.ga.us
• Remember to look in your child’s folder each day for important information.
• Sign and return behavior sheet daily.
• Help your child learn to read their Blast Off words. Please send in note in your child’s folder when he/she is ready to take a test.
• Please send all money in an envelope. Write your child’s name, what the money is for, and teacher’s name on the front of the envelope.

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Welcome to Kindergarten

We welcomed our kindergarten students shortly after 7:20 this morning. Many couldn't wait to get to school, while many had a few tears to shed. However, at the end of the day fun was had by all. We cannot wait to get started again on Monday. So rest up and get ready to start the learning fun on Monday.

Supply List for 2011-2012 School Year

Book Bag - no wheels
Pencil Box or zipper pouch
Crayons
Pencils
Folders (5) 2 pockets
Glue sticks
Scissors (Fiskar)
Composition Notebook (2)
Kindergarten Nap Mat