Second Grade Website
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We 💜 Recess
GO BIG RED! 🏈
Important Links Below!
A lot of important papers come home in Thursday Folders.
Don't forget to check for Thursday Folders and return them the next day!
Our Schedule
8:15-8:25 Welcome / Class Circle
8:25-9:35 Skills
9:35-9:45 Recess
9:45-10:55 Math
10:55-11:30 Knowledge 1
11:30-11:50 Lunch
11:50-12:00 Recess
12:00-12:35 Knowledge 2
12:35-1:05 Unit Studies
1:05-1:55 Specials
1:55-2:35 WIN Time
2:35-2:50 Daily Math Routines
2:50-2:53 Pack Up / Dismissal
Specials
Ms. Bartsch
Day 1: Music
Day 2: PE
Day 3: Art
Day 4: Library
Ms. Nickell
Day 1: Library
Day 2: Music
Day 3: PE
Day 4: Art
Ms. Thiesfeld
Day 1: Art
Day 2: Library
Day 3: Music
Day 4: PE
Dates to Know
August 8: Open House
August 12: First Day of School
September 2-3: No School
October 11-15: No School
November 5: No School
November 27-29: No School
December 21: Winter Break Begins
January 6: Classes Resume
January 20: No School
February 17-18: No School
March 10-14: No School
April 18-21: No School
May 22: Last Day of School
Arrival
If your child eats breakfast at school, they will enter Door #2 and walk directly to the breakfast line. Breakfast starts at 7:45.
If your child is NOT eating breakfast at school, they will enter Door #1 at 8:00.
School begins at 8:15.
Dismissal
Second grade will dismiss from Door #1.
Each classroom will have their own line.
If siblings are to meet each other for dismissal, all older children will walk outside to meet the youngest child at their designated dismissal location.
Meet the Teachers
Ms. Bartsch
Hi! I’m so excited to meet you and have you in my classroom this year! I can’t wait to get the school year started!
Fun Facts
I was born in Texas.
I played softball at UNL.
I’ve lived in Singapore.
I’m getting married next summer.
FAVORITES
Color: Red
Drink: Dr. Pepper
Snack: Doritos
Animal: Cheetah
Movies: Disney
Ms. Nickell
About Me
-I am a dog mom to an American Bulldog named Bailee.
-I am the oldest with one younger sister and two younger brothers.
-I have 6 step siblings.
-I have two nephews.
-This is my third year teaching and second year at Pershing.
-I enjoy the Huskers and Green Bay Packers.
-I went to Doane University for my Bachelor’s Degree and UNL for my master’s degree.
FUN FACTS
-I won the spelling bee at heritage school in 4th grade.
-My dog is a rescue animal.
-I used to have a pet rabbit.
-I have been to many different concerts.
MY FAVORITES
- Strawberry Apricot Redbull
- White Mocha Blenders from Scooter's.
- Dr. Pepper
-Purple
-Raising Canes
-Target
-My nephews
-My dog
Ms. Thiesfeld
I was born and raised right here in Lincoln, Nebraska. I attended the University of Nebraska-Lincoln (GO HUSKERS!). I graduated in May 2017 with a degree in Elementary Education. This is my 8th year of teaching, all 2nd grade at Pershing.
Fun fact: My father is an alumni of Pershing. How cool is that?
During my free time, I like to read and listen to music. I’m also a big fan of football and baseball. Fall is such a fun time of year since both of these sports are going on (and school is starting up as well).
I enjoy spending time outdoors. My favorite outdoor activity is hiking. I go on annual hiking trips with my family. My favorite place to hike is at Alberta Falls in Colorado which is a waterfall in the Rocky Mountains. The views are unbelievable! I am a huge fan of traveling too. Some of my favorite places I've visited are the Bahamas, the Cayman Islands, New York City, and Los Angeles!
I have always wanted to be a teacher as long as I can remember. I am passionate about children and their education. I love teaching and guiding students to success. I am always motivated and excited to learn alongside students. Together, we make a great team! We are going to have a great year!
MY FAVORITES
Color: orange
Team: Royals and Chiefs
Drink: iced lattes
Snack: chips
Candy: Kit Kats
Smell: eucalyptus
Restaurant: Amigos
Store: Target
Animal: cat
Season: spring
Box Tops
Help earn cash for our school using the Box Tops app. It’s an easy way to make a difference. All you have to do is buy Box Tops participating products and scan your grocery receipt. Box Tops are worth $0.10 each and they add up fast! This helps us pay for whatever we need -- equipment, school supplies, or experiences the kids love! NO NEED TO CUT THEM OUT!!!