Resources
Ms. Caudle's Read-Alouds
When the pandemic began, I started sharing read-alouds with my students and the world via YouTube. I've created more than 140 of these videos, and I'd love to share them with you, too! Click here for to view the full list of read-aloud books!
People to Ponder
Every week, we read picture book biographies to learn about diverse people in our world who have made a difference. Oftentimes, our students have heard of these folks before...and now we get to learn more about them. However, it is not uncommon for many new discoveries to be made through this Person to Ponder inquiry each week. We have so many rich, thoughtful discussions as we learn about these amazing people. We'll be updating this document throughout the year as we learn about people who positively influence the world around them.
Online Resources for Students and Families:
Clever Sign-in
This is a free app/site that allows kids to log into Freckle, Seesaw and Lexia without needing a password. They scan their own code via the Clever app. I will send home a copy of their code, and we'll have a printout here in the classroom as well.
Seesaw
Students will be using Seesaw as a tool in the classroom to be able to reflect on their own learning throughout the year. You can activate your parent Seesaw account to view and comment on their work. I may also be sharing photos through Seesaw, too.
School Website
The Mary Collins School website is a great resource for lots of important information. Whether you're trying to figure out the calendar, checking out the school newsletter, or learn about how to get involved, our site is there to help.
ParentSquare
School and district messages/posts are often sent using this program.
Click on one of the links below to download the app on your phone. You can customize how often you'd like to receive ParentSquare messages.
ParentSquare iOS App ParentSquare Android AppBack to School Night Parent Handouts
Click on these links to open pdf's and google docs for:
Ways to Help Your Child with Reading at Home
Helping at Home with Mathematics
Developmental Spelling
Materials to Add to the Atelier/Creation Station
The Multiage Classroom
Our School's Tenets - Guiding Beliefs