We have had a busy week of learning in room 17. We are well on our way to establishing our routines for learning. We have a very curious group of learners! This week, we began our study of mindset by coloring some posters with "Growth Mindset" slogans on them. Growth mindset is the idea that people who think they can get better at things if they try will succeed vs. a fixed mindset which is the thought that you are either innately good or bad at something. We are encouraging our students to value hard work and perseverance! If you are interested in growth mindset, check out the pink flier in your child's Friday Folder.
During the month of September, we will be assessing our skills in reading, writing and math. We will be keeping the majority of your child's written work in school in a working portfolio. It is helpful to them and to me to revisit their work so that we can continuously look at their progress. It will be fun sharing it at a variety of times during the course of the year. All of their work will come home at some point. Thank you for understanding the value of keeping a working portfolio.
The second grade is also participating in a Peter Reynolds author's study. We have read The Dot, Ish, and Sky Color. We chose Peter Reynolds because of his positive messages and he supports our work with growth mindset. The world has recognized his fabulous work and celebrates his messages on September 15th as International Dot Day. The second grade will be celebrating the community that we've built over the past two weeks by going to Oakledge Park and participating in International Dot Day on Friday, September 14th. Look for a notice coming home on Monday with more information. Here is some of our Peter Reynolds work!
Other Things to Ask Your Child About:
- Our Number Corner Collection of 60 minutes a day
- Picture Day!
- Choosing the best place to read
- Book shopping
- Our R = Respectful assembly
- Community Games: What time is it Mr. Fox? Turtle Tag
Have a wonderful weekend!
Kelly
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