Word of the week: 

GRATITUDE

This week's word of the week is:

Gratitude 

(Because gratitude is one of our GATOR values, we will be focusing on this character trait for another week)

"Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more." -Oprah Winfrey

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During the first couple weeks, we will focus on setting clear expectations and understanding classroom rules. Establishing these guidelines early helps create a positive and structured learning environment where every student can thrive. We will spend time discussing and practicing these expectations to ensure that all students feel confident and ready to learn. Your support in reinforcing these rules at home is greatly appreciated. Together, we can make this a fantastic year for your child.

We will, however, begin our curriculum this week as we continue focusing on procedures and expectations. Below you will find out what we will be focusing on during the first units of the school year!

This week we will be learning about money. We are focusing on determining when it is appropriate to use the cent sign versus using the dollar sign with a decimal point and Counting collections of the same type of coin or a mixed group of coins up to one dollar.

Handwriting: Students will continue to practice their handwriting skills through different writing activities. 

Writing: Students will learn from master writers and begin to write about a small moment that matters. Students will use mentor texts to write about small moments with big meaning.   

Reading: This week, students are deciding HOW they want to read a book. We are focusing on growing as readers. 

Phonics: This week we will be revisiting silent e and ending blends.

Grammar: Our focus this week will be using plural nouns to show more than one person, place, or thing.

This week in science students will be able to explain how physical properties can be changed through processes such as cutting, folding, sanding, melting or freezing.

Mrs. Jelinek jjelinek@dentonisd.org

Ms. Thompson othompson@dentonisd.org

Ms. Matney kmatney@dentonisd.org

Mrs. Covey acovey2@dentonisd.org

Mrs. Thomas tthomas3@dentonisd.org

Mr. Jacob rjacob@dentonisd.org