November News       

Mr. Gauger, Mrs. Kornack, and Mrs. Ertel

     October was filled with exciting events for second graders.  On October 9th, our classroom was visited by some Edgar volunteer firefighters/EMTs as part of Fire Safety Week.   These volunteers graciously took the time to visit with our class and gave all kids the opportunity to get involved in discussions as well as ask many questions.  They were informed about how the firefighters’ gear helps keep them safe and how to find safety in the event of a fire.  Lastly, we were able to see one of the fire trucks.

This year’s “Blue Ribbon Reader” program is underway.  The students accumulate points for time spent reading and can earn a 4000 minute certificate that will be displayed in our LMC.   At the awards ceremony at the end of the year, Mrs. Witt will acknowledge readers with an award. Please encourage your child to turn in their weekly reading log.  

        In math, we continue to learn strategies for becoming more fluent in simple addition and subtraction.  The students are doing a great job solving many different types of 2-digit problems using the skills that they have learned.  Please continue to practice the basic addition and subtraction facts within 20 with your child as this is a required standard for all 2nd graders to master by the end of the school year.