Dear Parents,
I am glad to have your child in my Kindergarten class. I just know he/she is
going to have a great year and learn so much. I enjoy a fun and positive
class with many incentives and rewards for appropriate behavior, such as:
praise, stickers. treats, and positive notes home.
Please be assured that I will work with your child as much as possible to
remind him/her of appropriate behavior. Please help by doing the same at
home. Thank you so much for your help in this matter. Together we can !!!
Thank you.
MORNING RESPONSIBILITIES
Your child has many morning responsibilities that they must learn to
complete independently, such as unpack book bag, turn in daily folder, sign
in, handle bathroom activities, and begin morning table activities.
I want you to be very aware of not performing these duties for your child.
It is much easier for your child to separate and develop independent skills
when you walk them to the door and let them walk in by themselves. They are
big kindergarteners now, and I ask your support in promoting and encouraging
them to do these responsibilities independently. For the first few days of
school, I certainly understand that you may want to walk you child to the
classroom door. However, allowing them to walk into the classroom alone
helps them become more independent. Please understand you are welcome in
the classroom, but it is very important for your child to develop an
independent morning routine. We promise to give each and every student lots
of TLC!!!!
SCHOOL ATTENDANCE
Your child's regular and punctual attendance at school is crucial to his/her
success. They need to be in school all day and every day. I can't
emphasize this point enough! Interaction with classmates promotes
social growth and learning, and we need all of our class friends at school
daily! Please view school as a priority (schedule appointments or trips
after school hours, or during breaks). In case of illness or emergency
please send a written and dated excuse for absence within two school days
after returning to school. ABSENCES WITHOUT NOTES WILL BE CODED UNEXCUSED
(review student handbook). If a child arrives late or needs to leave school
early, you must sign in/out at the school office BEFORE coming to the
classroom. School hours are 8:45-3:15pm
MONEY
On occasion it will be necessary for your child to bring money to school.
ALWAYS send money in a sealed envelope/ziploc with the following information
on it (child's name, teacher's name, amount and purpose). This helps reduce
the likelihood of any errors.
BOOK BAGS
Your child will need a book bag (NO WHEELS PLEASE, they will not fit in the
cubbies). The bag should be brought DAILY (folder inside), and checked by
you EVERY night. This is to ensure that you receive all important
information and makes it easier for you to help your child to complete any
homework that will be placed in their folder. If your child brings lunch or
snack from home, he/she will also need a lunch box/bag. Please label these
and all items with your child's name.
HOMEWORK
Kindergarten children are eager and ready to learn! Kindergarten homework
lays the foundation for good work habits in later years. Furthermore,
positive homework helps establish the home-school connection and involves
parents as partners in their child's daily learning experiences. Homework is
an extension of what we do in class, and gives your child an opportunity to
practice and reinforce the concepts and skills we are learning. It is not
optional, and should be viewed as a meaningful learning experience. It is
also very rewarding for you to see firsthand all things your child is
learning! It is important that your child complete any homework assignments
and return them the next morning. You should read with your child for at
least 15 minutes each night. The more your child is exposed to language,
the easier it will be for him/her to incorporate new skills in reading and
writing in the classroom. Any homework should be sent back inside of their
folder. Please help your child with their homework but do not do it for
them. Be very patient and celebrate your child's success, no matter how
small it may seem. Keep in mind that we all build on small successes! This
will keep your child enthusiastic about
learning and proud of their work!
