Dear Parents,
What a windy, blustery day! It didn’t stop us from having fun at (indoor) recess where some kids discovered chess and other games they don’t normally play. Hopefully we won’t have too many indoor days, but it’s nice to know we have something to do inside.
This week the kids put their grammar skills to the test as they learned more about verbs and how to use them properly. They have been learning a variety of tenses and how to make sure the subject agrees with the verb. They also had a very brief lesson on the different between transitive verbs which take objects, and intransitive verbs, which don’t. We will review verbs and test next week.
Most kids have finished their Salem witch trial novels and are using their extra time to work on the two book reports that are due on the last day of the month – Thursday, October 31st – Halloween. Please encourage them to complete these early so that they are not doing them last minute and under pressure
Our lesson on Church history this week focused on how the Church is catholic – for everyone. We learned about several popes and saints. They will be making saint portraits to carry up at the All Saints Day Mass on November 1st with their Kindergarten buddies. All roles for this Mass have been assigned and your child may be practicing a reading at home. Fr. Moore taught about the sacraments today. The kids have been very engaged in his lessons and ask such great questions of him. I am glad to see that they are taking such an interest in these very important topics. This Monday will be our Circle of Grace lesson. It will focus on being a good friend and how we can tell safe friends from unsafe ones.
In history class we’ve been focusing on the electoral process in anticipation of the upcoming election. The process can be a bit confusing, but the kids are learning it well. They will dive into the platforms of the major parties next week to understand what they really stand for. We will also have a mock election, which should be engaging for them.
We will be taking our Kindergarten buddies to the WeGrow Garden on Wednesday. The little buddies will have a scavenger hunt and will look for the pumpkins their big buddies grew for them. Please pray for dry weather so that we can enjoy this fun event.
Please check grades this weekend with your child. The sports season is upon us and kids cannot participate if their grades are low. Have your child fill out and turn in a reading log on Monday. And if there is any extra time this weekend, please encourage your child to complete the two book reports that are due on the last school day of the month – Halloween!
Have a great weekend,
Chris