Nov. 8

What are we learning?

Bible -  We have begun our journey through 1 Samuel. We have met David and learning about God works in David and Saul's life.

Math - We are working on 2-digit x 2-digit multiplication. We will learn 5 different solving methods and land on the short-cut method (old fashion method). We are just practicing, practicing, and practicing.

Reading -  We will begin out Informational Reading Unit on Wednesday.

Writing - We have finished up our Realistic Fiction stories. We will being our persuasive essay unit on Monday.

Science - Students will begin learning about erosion with Mrs. VanderZwaag.

Chapel: On Monday, I will be leading chapel for Rose Park. The students will not have specific speaking roles, but you are welcome to come and worship with us from 10:30-11:00 on Monday morning.

Friendship Feast: On Monday (Nov. 25), we will have a Friendship Feast with our Kindergarten buddies. We are in need of some goodies. If you have room on your grocery list, please check out the Friendship Feast Sign-Up and sign up for any and ALL that work for you. We The goal is for all 19 kiddos to have something to "give" to the Thanksgiving mix. Thank you for considering - Mrs. Bos & Ms. Snoeyink

Christmas Party Helpers/Planners: As I look towards the hectic month of December, I wanted to get a jump start on our Classroom Christmas Party. This year, our Christmas party will be on Thursday Dec. 19 (from 1:30-3:00, with a 15 break for recess). I will be taking a personal day to get last minute wedding stuff done. As a result, I will need some helpers to plan and execute the party. 

 

Choice 1 - I am looking for 2 more parent/grandparent helpers to lead a station for 5 students. I have the games and activities prepared, and just need a helper to lead the station. 

Choice 2 - Some creative parents (2 more parent/grandparent helpers) help create and design three stations/activities for us to do!

We will NOT be trading presents, but instead playing games and doing some activities.

If you are available to help and/or plan, please email me and let me know.

Swinging the Night Away: The Holland Christian Jazz Bands and the Old Timer’s Jazz Band are proud to present the Swingin’ the Night Away in the HCHS cafeteria on Friday, November 8, from 6:45 to 9 pm. Admission is $5, and goes to support the music program at HCHS. New to swing dancing? No worries! Dance instructors will be on hand from 6:45 pm-7:30 pm to teach us the basic steps of swing, so the evening can be enjoyed by novice and experienced dancers alike. Not in the mood for dancing? Come socialize, indulge in some delicious desserts, punch, and enjoy the music of Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington and more. Sign up to help on the sign-up genius here!

Donations: We are looking for 10-12 large containers with lids to use as classroom compost containers. These empty cat litter buckets are perfect, for those of you who have cats). If you have any empty containers like this to donate, we’d love to use them at school. Thanks!