We had a great first day in second grade! We are very fortunate to have have Analicia Ruggie as a second teacher in our class this year. She finished her teaching coursework at Lesley last year and will support our class as she finishes her practicum work this year. She also worked in Ms. Tassone’s Kindergarten class for part of last year. Today we spent our day getting to know each other. Ask your child what they learned about a friend, their classroom or the teacher today. Below is some more important information about second grade.
- Family and Student Questionnaires and Contact information- If you have not already done so, please send in the documentation I sent with the placement letters. E-mail me if you need a copy.
- PTO Supplies Program- The PTO has been working hard to get students supplies. If you have not sent a check payable to the Stratton PTO, and are able, please do so at your earliest convenience. The Second Grade amount is $25. You may also pay online. Scholarships are available.
- Snack- We will be having a morning snack.Please send a healthy snack each day. So that all students are safe, the classroom stays clean and snack goes quickly, we recommended nut free items and items that can be eaten easily at a desk or outside.
- Lunch 11:20- We will begin with recess. Students will be escorted into the lunchroom at 11:40 for lunch. If your child is buying lunch or milk it would be helpful if you could pre-pay. Details are on the APS Website. If you are available to help students in the cafeteria, this is a great way to volunteer!
- Water bottles- All students may bring “sport top” water bottles to school to keep water easily accessible throughout the day.
- Food & Birthday Policy-Stratton currently has a no food policy for events. The school celebrates each child’s birthday by including this special day in the morning announcements. An announcement will be made in June for summer birthdays. Please do not send in any food items except those for your child.
- Specialist Schedule-
- Monday- Art
- Tuesday-P.E. (sneaker day please)
- Wednesday- Music
- Thursday- P.E. (sneaker day please)
- Friday- Library (remember to return books)
- Folder- Your child’s folder will go back and forth from school to home each day. You were invited to get a folder for your child or to let me provide one. I have given students who did not bring one a labeled folder. You are welcome to replace or request a new folder as needed. Please check your child’s folder each night.
- Homework- Although your child will not be expected to fill out a reading log, he/she is expected to read for at least 20 minutes every night, including weekends. This reading may happen anytime or anyplace after school. Having reading materials in the backpack or car could help encourage this important activity. During the bedtime routine was always my favorite time with my own daughters. We will discuss homework and reading habits in more depth on Curriculum Night. Please contact me if you need any help implementing reading habits at home. Remember reading at this age includes being read to and reading the pictures to infer meaning.
- Drop-Off- The first bell rings at 8:10 am. All students should line up on the blacktop by 8:05, so they can enter the classroom with their classmates. Students who are late should check in with the office before heading down to the classroom. If your child is going to be delayed, dismissed or absent, please call the main office (781) 316-3760 and leave a message.
- Pick Up- At 2:30, we will exit the school by the office and into the circle. If someone other than a parent or legal guardian is picking up your child from school the school needs to be notified. Either send me a note in their folder, email me or call the office. I will not be able to release your child if I am not notified. If your child is not picked up by the time all other students are, we will go to the main office and call you to make arrangements.
- Pick Up Every Tuesday- At 1:00. Teachers will be required to attend collaborative meetings right after pick up, so unless it is an emergency or occasional exception, I will not be available for meetings or conversations.
- Volunteers- Our class may need a handful of volunteers this year. Think about your special talents and what you could share with our classroom this year. We will discuss this more on Curriculum Night.
- Behavior Policy- As we develop as a community, the children and I will work collaboratively to create guidelines and rules for our classroom. You will receive more information at Curriculum Night.
- E-mail, Notices & Communication- I prefer to communicate through email. If you would like to be part of the class email list so that you may receive information electronically, please send me an email with your child’s name stating “add me to the List.” Although, I am not usually able to respond during your child’s school day, I am available to communicate with you at pick up, except Tuesdays, and through email or appointments. If you need to contact me or let the school know something that needs immediate attention during the school day, please call the school secretary, Mrs. Fischer at 781-316-3753. This is a good number to have in a cell phone.
- Curriculum Night is scheduled for Thursday, September 27th from 6:00-6:45.
- Picture Day is Wednesday October 3rd.