Dear Parents, September 6, 2011 I hope that you enjoyed the wonderful Labor Day weekend! It was wonderful seeing so many of you at Back-to-School Night and at our first Primary Centers. Thank you to all who were able to help – we could not do it without you! In language arts this week, we […]
It was wonderful to see so many parents at Back to School Night! We wish we could have shown you more websites but our time was limited. My hope is that you will encourage your children to make use of the following websites. All three grades are using zingylearning.com, which is a series of animated […]
This Thursday, the 23 Sunday in ordinary time Gospel was read by the 8th grade students. This reading was difficult to understand because it discusses the procedures for dealing with someone who has wronged you in some way. We mentioned valid ways to talk with a friend and the importance of not gossiping about the […]
Dear Families, We had a wonderful first full week. We are in full swing. The students are doing great! I am very proud at how hard this class is working. I look forward to seeing everyone at Back to School Night this Wednesday at 6:30. Friday is a noon dismissal as the teachers have a […]
Congratulations! We survived our first full week of school! We are really in the swing of things now. This week should be a busy one. For starters, we’ll begin our first spelling unit. Students in third grade have a list of 18 spelling words and some vocabulary every week with a test on Friday morning. […]
Dear Families of Second Graders, This is another busy week for all students. Friday is Primary Centers (please contact Chris De Los Santos if you can help, babsis32@aol.com, or cell 805-850-5321), and a minimum day (dismissal at 12:00). Please remember to sign (signature, not initials) all homework and the Homework Planner page. The Tuesday folder […]
Dear Kindergarten Families, We are off to a great start! I am very happy with how quickly your children have fallen into our daily routine. They are making new friends and enjoying school. We have already celebrated two birthdays; Nico and Tailor, Alexander will celebrate his special day this week. Important events this week include […]
Dear Parents, August 29, 2011 We had a wonderful first full week back to school! The children are learning the routine of first grade and are doing a wonderful job. I am very proud of them! I would also like to remind you that Back-to-School Night is Wednesday and I look forward to you visiting […]
Fourth grade is in full swing and the students are working hard. This week: Math: We continue to explore place value. All students should also be practicing their multiplication facts. The goal is 100 facts recalled in 3 minutes. Reading: The students are enjoying the adventures of Gooseberry Park with Kona, Stumpy, and Gwyndolyn. Social […]
This Sunday will be the 22nd Sunday in ordinary time. The new Catholic Youth Bibles are very engaging as we read the Gospel. This week the class reflects on the struggles or crosses they bear and how to overcome these struggles. They shared great ideas and the desire to do better in school, sports, and […]