Hello 2A Families,
I have posted an introductory video into Google Classroom. It is nice to see a couple of students are already active and chatting with each other. Just a reminder that the attendance and daily checklist will post tomorrow at 8:00 am. Students will need to log-in each day to submit attendance and complete the assignments. It is important not to work ahead, and don’t fall behind, either! The school is open, so if you were unable to come in on Friday to pick up materials, please visit the school on Monday to pick up these materials. My “office hours” will be 8:30 – 9:00 am and 3:00 – 3:30 pm. These are times that I have committed to checking email and responding. I will be in the school building on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays and working from home on Mondays and Wednesdays. I wear the “parent” hat, too! 😊
As this is a new experience for all of us, here are a few tips to set the students up for success during this time.
-Create a set of clear expectations for each day. We call it a “Community Promise” in class. Maybe make your own “School-at-home Promise” together.
-Set and keep normal routines. Meal time, playtime, family time, and bedtime are important. Try to keep regular schedules for going to bed and waking up.
-Attempt school work in the morning. Kids are at their best before lunch.
-Create breaks within the work period. I have tried to give guidelines for about how long each assignment should take. If it takes longer, reach out for help and take a little stretch/snack break. Ms. B is also posting P.E. activities in our Google Classroom twice a week.
-Limit screen time and set timers.
-If you are sick, rest as you would on a regular school day.
-Ask questions! I am here to help and if I don’t know, I will discover someone who does know and get back to you. 😊
This is a great time for exploration, creating art projects, singing, dancing, doing puzzles, and enjoying time as a family. I was “spring cleaning” and found the poem below. Enjoy!
Dream Big
Build a fort
Dig for treasures
Climb a tree (carefully and safely) 😊
Splash in puddles
Play hide and seek
Go Fishing
Explore and Discover
Be a Super-Hero
Reach for the Stars
Blessings,
Mrs. Nicole Martin
2nd Grade Teacher
