Reading Logs and Graded Papers

Reading Logs, a note explaining reading logs, and graded papers will be coming home today. Please look over these papers with your child.

 

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It always helpful to praise good work and to go over missed questions.

Reading Logs (for now): Students began guided reading stations yesterday. I am testing students to find their reading levels. If the reader they are bringing home is too easy, read it several times to improve fluency. If it is too difficult, read it to/with them. Please log the book along with your initials and any comments you may have about the book (too easy, too hard, had trouble, etc.) When I conclude testing, their books will be more consistent with their ability.

 

Thanks!

Getting into the swing of things!

valentine-clip-art-21547The first week of school was awesome!! Now it’s time to get on our daily schedule and set expectations for our everyday classroom routines so we can get the most out of our day.

This week:

Reading: Students will begin guided reading stations while I test students to find their reading levels. If the reader they are bringing home is too easy, read it several times to improve fluency. If it is too difficult, read it to/with them. When I conclude testing, their books will be more consistent with their ability.

Spelling: Students will be given 5 new spelling words (the, a, and, of, to) this week.

Math: Students will begin using pictures and ten frames with Intentional Problem Solving. They will also be counting collections.

We will also begin an author study of Kevin Henkes and learn how to be a CHAMP through his characters.

Remember, class begins at 8:00.

Lunch is at 10:45

Tennis shoes need to be worn every Tuesday and Wednesday. These are our P.E days!

I hope everyone has a blessed week!

Pep Rally Information


Cheerleader_BlackMaroonStudents MUST bring a note to be excused to go to the Pep Rallies at 2:30.

Only students with a note will be allowed to leave the classroom.

 

Door will open at 2:30 for you to come sign out your child from the cafeteria.

Students will NOT be allowed to walk to the Pep Rally without an adult with them.

Students not picked up by 3:00 will be sent back to their classroom for regular dismissal policies.

There is a note coming home about this information tonight along with a note about VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

 

Thank you and GO ROUGHNECKS!!!! cheerleader

Several Notes Home

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Today your child will be bringing some notes home. One is information about planners and folders and two are to be filled out and sent back to school.

 

Please check your child’s planner and initial it daily. This will have behavior and any notes from me or your child.

Day 2 was a success and we are already doing and learning so much! I love getting to know your kids and they are definitely making me smile. 🙂

 

Thank you,

Lacey James

 

First Day Notes

Today was such a great day and I love every kid so much already!! I know it is going to be a great year!!

Today your child is coming home with a “Roughneck” folder. This will have work, notes, and upcoming events for you to look at. Please check this folder everyday for what is new.

Today they have a “Genius” note, person, and explaination that you can help them with! I showed them how to do it today! The note will explain the directions. It also has our enhancement schedule.

They will also be bringing home their planner. Please check this everyday. This will serve as communication between me, you, and your child. Please initial this planner everyday so I know you’ve seen it. This will also have notes from your child and be a way to communicate duly behavior!

 

Thank you so much for what you do! Have a great evening!

Meet The Teacher!!

I am SO excited to meet all of you tonight!! I have been planning a great year for all of us!!

Meet The Teacher is this afternoon from 4:00-5:00! Please bring your supplies and $10 (cash only) to room 118! I will be here anxiously awaiting your kiddos sweet smile!

Here is a little about me!

My name is Lacey James and this is my 4th year at White Oak! This is truly a special place to work because of the amazing community, teachers, staff, and students! I am truly blessed to be here and am happy to begin a new year!

I have an amazing family! My mom and dad are the most amazing parents I could ask for! My brother is Chance James and is a band director here at White Oak. My sister-in-law is a teacher at Pine Tree and I have an amazing niece who will turn 3 on Sunday!! She is truly my happiness! I have a wonderful blessing of boyfriend named Blaine and a sweet yellow-lab named Honey. I have great friends and love to be around them to laugh and experience things with! I live on Lake Cherokee and love fishing and the outdoors! I love being a teacher and have a passion for allowing children to learn and explore. I love Dr. Pepper and Mexican food! My favorite colors are purple, coral, and anything bright!

I am ready to meet all of you! Bring your smiles and a hug! I can’t wait!!

Here are some pictures of my PeRfEcT LiFe!

My boyfriend, Blaine

My boyfriend, Blaine

My big brother, Chance

My big brother, Chance

My niece, Emma

My niece, Emma

My dog, Honey

My dog, Honey

My parents, Jace and Rachel

My parents, Jace and Rachel