Holiday Reports are due on December 16th.
Please see the weekly newsletter for specific information on what is required in the report.
Reports should be presented on a poster board. Please let me know if you need help purchasing a poster for the report.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Monday, November 29, 2010
November
Thank you to all the parents who donated cans of food for the Harvest Fest and for the food drive! The students really enjoyed their Thanksgiving lunch here at school and we are working hard to gather food to give to needy families this season.
As we approach winter break, please remember to send your child with a warm coat every day. Jackets are part of the school uniform and must be red, white, or navy to be worn indoors.
This Wednesday, Dec. 1st, is a Dollar Dress Down Day.
Please check your child's folder every day for important teacher and school updates!
Thank you for all your support this year! I really appreciate it.
As we approach winter break, please remember to send your child with a warm coat every day. Jackets are part of the school uniform and must be red, white, or navy to be worn indoors.
This Wednesday, Dec. 1st, is a Dollar Dress Down Day.
Please check your child's folder every day for important teacher and school updates!
Thank you for all your support this year! I really appreciate it.
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
October News
We have some important dates coming up this month, so please mark your calendars.
October 6th
Dollar Dress Down Day
October 7th
40th Day of School! Please be sure that your child is here and on time because this is a very important day for attendance at our school. We will be having a lot of fun activities to celebrate being in school for 40 days!
October 13th
Report Cards go home!
This is a half day without lunch or the after school program. Please plan to pick your child up at 11:25 on this day.
October 14-15th
No School
October 19th
Picture Retakes
October 26th
Our class field trip to Buckelew Farms. Please send in your permission forms and six dollars.
October 6th
Dollar Dress Down Day
October 7th
40th Day of School! Please be sure that your child is here and on time because this is a very important day for attendance at our school. We will be having a lot of fun activities to celebrate being in school for 40 days!
October 13th
Report Cards go home!
This is a half day without lunch or the after school program. Please plan to pick your child up at 11:25 on this day.
October 14-15th
No School
October 19th
Picture Retakes
October 26th
Our class field trip to Buckelew Farms. Please send in your permission forms and six dollars.
Monday, August 9, 2010
Welcome Letter
Dear Second Grade Families,
My name is Patricia McConahey and it is my pleasure to welcome your child to second grade at La Paloma Academy! I am very excited to meet you and your child and begin a year full of enriched learning. The month of August will consist of activities that will enable the students to get to know one another and for me to get to know who they are. The goal is for our classroom to come together as a community and for everyone to feel safe and comfortable working with each other.
As the year begins, I would like to make a promise to you that I will dedicate myself to your children and work towards instilling in each one a true love of learning. Our classroom environment is one of action, participation, and hands-on involvement. The emphasis will be on trying your best and taking risks. I plan to provide a safe and nurturing environment for my students so they will feel free to become all that they can be. The only mistake is not to try! Working together, we can assure that every child feels welcomed and receives the best education possible. I feel that communication and teamwork between parents and teachers is vital. I will do my best to keep you informed and involved in your child's classroom life. If you need to contact me, you can reach me via school telephone before and after school. I can also be contacted via email. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have a question or a concern.
I can't wait to meet your child on the first day of school and you at the Meet the Teacher night in September. Here, I will ask for you to sign up for volunteer opportunities and your child will be able to give you a tour of the classroom and show you what we've been learning. As school starts, please check your child's Homework Folder nightly for daily behavior plans, homework, and other school information. Also, you will be seeing a Friday Folder each Friday with specific info. on curriculum, classroom policies and procedures, graded work, and the weekly newsletter. I will be sending home some "parent homework" the first few days of school for you to fill out and return. Hopefully you have received the second grade supply list. If not, I have posted it on my blog for you.
I look forward to meeting everyone and I hope you enjoy the last few days of summer!
Sincerely,
Mrs. McConahey
patriciamcconahey@yahoo.com
My name is Patricia McConahey and it is my pleasure to welcome your child to second grade at La Paloma Academy! I am very excited to meet you and your child and begin a year full of enriched learning. The month of August will consist of activities that will enable the students to get to know one another and for me to get to know who they are. The goal is for our classroom to come together as a community and for everyone to feel safe and comfortable working with each other.
As the year begins, I would like to make a promise to you that I will dedicate myself to your children and work towards instilling in each one a true love of learning. Our classroom environment is one of action, participation, and hands-on involvement. The emphasis will be on trying your best and taking risks. I plan to provide a safe and nurturing environment for my students so they will feel free to become all that they can be. The only mistake is not to try! Working together, we can assure that every child feels welcomed and receives the best education possible. I feel that communication and teamwork between parents and teachers is vital. I will do my best to keep you informed and involved in your child's classroom life. If you need to contact me, you can reach me via school telephone before and after school. I can also be contacted via email. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have a question or a concern.
I can't wait to meet your child on the first day of school and you at the Meet the Teacher night in September. Here, I will ask for you to sign up for volunteer opportunities and your child will be able to give you a tour of the classroom and show you what we've been learning. As school starts, please check your child's Homework Folder nightly for daily behavior plans, homework, and other school information. Also, you will be seeing a Friday Folder each Friday with specific info. on curriculum, classroom policies and procedures, graded work, and the weekly newsletter. I will be sending home some "parent homework" the first few days of school for you to fill out and return. Hopefully you have received the second grade supply list. If not, I have posted it on my blog for you.
I look forward to meeting everyone and I hope you enjoy the last few days of summer!
Sincerely,
Mrs. McConahey
patriciamcconahey@yahoo.com
Second Grade Supply List
Welcome back to La Paloma Academy! I am looking forward to an exciting year of new learning adventures. Please check my blog often for important updates.
Second Grade Supply List
2010/2011
2 boxes Kleenex
1 bottle Hand Sanitizer
2 bottles Anti-Bacterial Sanitizing Wipes
4 Dry Erase Markers
2 packs of Pencils (high quality such as Paper Mate, Dixon, Ticonderoga, etc.)
1 plastic Pencil Box
1 personal hand Pencil Sharpener
2 boxes Crayons (24 pack of Crayola)
1 box Markers (Crayola)
1 pack of Construction Paper
1 pack of Lined Paper- wide ruled
2 Glue Sticks
1 bottle of Glue
2 pair child safe Scissors
4 large Pink Erasers
2 Spiral Notebooks-wide ruled
4 Pocket Folders
$2 donation for an electric classroom Pencil Sharpener
Second Grade Supply List
2010/2011
2 boxes Kleenex
1 bottle Hand Sanitizer
2 bottles Anti-Bacterial Sanitizing Wipes
4 Dry Erase Markers
2 packs of Pencils (high quality such as Paper Mate, Dixon, Ticonderoga, etc.)
1 plastic Pencil Box
1 personal hand Pencil Sharpener
2 boxes Crayons (24 pack of Crayola)
1 box Markers (Crayola)
1 pack of Construction Paper
1 pack of Lined Paper- wide ruled
2 Glue Sticks
1 bottle of Glue
2 pair child safe Scissors
4 large Pink Erasers
2 Spiral Notebooks-wide ruled
4 Pocket Folders
$2 donation for an electric classroom Pencil Sharpener
Monday, April 26, 2010
Mini-Society News
Our second grade class has begun a new unit in Social Studies called, "Mini-Society." It's an exciting hands-on unit that teaches students about economics.
Students will establish their own society, print their own money, open their own businesses, and create their own government. This experience will help your child understand more about entrepreneurship, economics, government, law, math, and ethics.
In the process of creating a business, your child may ask you about providing some materials to make the products that they have decided to sell. Please let me know if this is a problem for you and we will make other arrangements here at school. Since students are unable to bring home Mini-Society money to "pay" for their requested materials, we encourage you to "barter" with your child. Feel free to be creative to help your child learn about the value of money and that there is a cost for their supplies. Please do not go out and spend a lot of money!
Example...
Your child comes home requesting that your purchase felt and ribbon for his or her project. Instead of simply running to the store to get the supplies, find a way for them to earn them with a job for which they may not already be responsible (washing dishes, washing the car, pulling weeds, giving mom or dad a shoulder rub, doing little sister's hair, playing with little brother, etc.)
Students will establish their own society, print their own money, open their own businesses, and create their own government. This experience will help your child understand more about entrepreneurship, economics, government, law, math, and ethics.
In the process of creating a business, your child may ask you about providing some materials to make the products that they have decided to sell. Please let me know if this is a problem for you and we will make other arrangements here at school. Since students are unable to bring home Mini-Society money to "pay" for their requested materials, we encourage you to "barter" with your child. Feel free to be creative to help your child learn about the value of money and that there is a cost for their supplies. Please do not go out and spend a lot of money!
Example...
Your child comes home requesting that your purchase felt and ribbon for his or her project. Instead of simply running to the store to get the supplies, find a way for them to earn them with a job for which they may not already be responsible (washing dishes, washing the car, pulling weeds, giving mom or dad a shoulder rub, doing little sister's hair, playing with little brother, etc.)
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
April
A few quick reminders......
We will be on Spring Break from April 1st-5th.
Next month, we will review the Character Traits of Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship.
We are practicing getting ready for the state standardized tests. Please look for the practice tests in your child's Friday Folders and go over anything they missed.
The Bookman's Reading Challenge is coming to an end. Our class did a wonderful job reading and responding to lots of great books!
We are working on Biography Research reports in class. We have done most of the research in the classroom, but some kids might need some help getting more information from the public library or off the internet at home. Please ask your child who they are doing their report on and if they need some additional assistance.
We will be on Spring Break from April 1st-5th.
Next month, we will review the Character Traits of Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship.
We are practicing getting ready for the state standardized tests. Please look for the practice tests in your child's Friday Folders and go over anything they missed.
The Bookman's Reading Challenge is coming to an end. Our class did a wonderful job reading and responding to lots of great books!
We are working on Biography Research reports in class. We have done most of the research in the classroom, but some kids might need some help getting more information from the public library or off the internet at home. Please ask your child who they are doing their report on and if they need some additional assistance.
Monday, March 22, 2010
Dates for the week of March 22, 2010
Come see the Talent show at La Paloma Lakeside this Wednesday at 6:30 pm in the Auditorium.
Winners of this week's assemblies will go on to particiapte at the Central Campus on Friday at 7:00 pm. We got to see a few performances today and you will love the talent we have here at our campus! Our own Talia will be putting on a comedy routine for you.
Don't forget, Spring Pictures are tomorrow (Tuesday) and your child may wear a non-uniform outfit if they will be getting their pictures taken.
The school Dance is on Friday from 3:30-4:30 pm for the second graders. The cost is $1 and your child needs their signed permission slip to get in.
Winners of this week's assemblies will go on to particiapte at the Central Campus on Friday at 7:00 pm. We got to see a few performances today and you will love the talent we have here at our campus! Our own Talia will be putting on a comedy routine for you.
Don't forget, Spring Pictures are tomorrow (Tuesday) and your child may wear a non-uniform outfit if they will be getting their pictures taken.
The school Dance is on Friday from 3:30-4:30 pm for the second graders. The cost is $1 and your child needs their signed permission slip to get in.
Monday, March 1, 2010
Field Trip
We are so excited to go to the Desert Museum on March 19th. Please fill out your permission slips and turn them in along with $3.25. Don't forget to pack a lunch, bring water, and wear sunscreen. The Desert Museum has many walking paths, so wear comfortable shoes!
Monday, February 22, 2010
Looking Ahead to March
Here are a few important dates that you will need to know........
March 2nd Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss
March 3rd Dollar Dress Down Day
March 11th Report Card Day (Half Day for students with no lunch and no after school)
March 12th-15th Spring Break
March 16th Skate Night
March 19th Breakfast with Mr. L
March 19th Character Lunch
March 19th Movie Night
March 20th LPA Golf Tournament
March 2nd Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss
March 3rd Dollar Dress Down Day
March 11th Report Card Day (Half Day for students with no lunch and no after school)
March 12th-15th Spring Break
March 16th Skate Night
March 19th Breakfast with Mr. L
March 19th Character Lunch
March 19th Movie Night
March 20th LPA Golf Tournament
February News
February is a busy month for second graders!
Field Trip on March 19th
We are getting ready for a field trip to the Desert Museum to end our study of desert animals. The students are excited to see the animal that they did their research report on in real life.
Please fill out and return the permission slip that went home today.
Bookman's Reading Logs
Keep reading and recording your minutes. Our class has read hundreds of books so far for the reading challenge.
Grandparent's Day Celebration on Feb. 24th
We are excited to welcome your grandparents into the classroom on Wednesday. We are planning some fun activities to do with them and we will have a special lunch.
Rodeo Break on Feb. 25th and 26th
We don't have school on Thursday or Friday. No need to look for spelling words or homework packets this week!
February Character Trait is Caring
We will be reviewing ways to show each other we care. We have many kind, sharing, and compassionate kids in our class. Keep up the great work guys!
Field Trip on March 19th
We are getting ready for a field trip to the Desert Museum to end our study of desert animals. The students are excited to see the animal that they did their research report on in real life.
Please fill out and return the permission slip that went home today.
Bookman's Reading Logs
Keep reading and recording your minutes. Our class has read hundreds of books so far for the reading challenge.
Grandparent's Day Celebration on Feb. 24th
We are excited to welcome your grandparents into the classroom on Wednesday. We are planning some fun activities to do with them and we will have a special lunch.
Rodeo Break on Feb. 25th and 26th
We don't have school on Thursday or Friday. No need to look for spelling words or homework packets this week!
February Character Trait is Caring
We will be reviewing ways to show each other we care. We have many kind, sharing, and compassionate kids in our class. Keep up the great work guys!
Monday, February 8, 2010
February Updates
Valentine's Day..........
I sent home a class list last week so that you could begin making cards for each child in the class. Don't forget to decorate a box to collect the cards & treats and bring it in on Friday.
Science Fair........
The kids are very excited about our Second Grade Science Fair! I enjoyed looking at the project plans that were due today and I can't wait to see the finished projects on February 19th.
Grandparent's Day.........
February 24th is the La Paloma Academy Grandparent's Day celebration! Grandparents are welcome to come for fun activities, pictures, and a special lunch with their grandchild. Please fill out the registration form and return it by Feb. 19th.
Love of Reading Week.........
February 15th-19th
We will be having a lot of fun activities to celebrate our love of reading. More info. to come soon.
Character Counts.........
Congratulations to Jordan! She was the student we chose for Fairness last month and she will be attending the special Character Lunch. This month we will be focusing on Caring. Ask your child about kindness, sharing, and compassion.
Rodeo Break........
No school on Feb. 25th and 26th
I sent home a class list last week so that you could begin making cards for each child in the class. Don't forget to decorate a box to collect the cards & treats and bring it in on Friday.
Science Fair........
The kids are very excited about our Second Grade Science Fair! I enjoyed looking at the project plans that were due today and I can't wait to see the finished projects on February 19th.
Grandparent's Day.........
February 24th is the La Paloma Academy Grandparent's Day celebration! Grandparents are welcome to come for fun activities, pictures, and a special lunch with their grandchild. Please fill out the registration form and return it by Feb. 19th.
Love of Reading Week.........
February 15th-19th
We will be having a lot of fun activities to celebrate our love of reading. More info. to come soon.
Character Counts.........
Congratulations to Jordan! She was the student we chose for Fairness last month and she will be attending the special Character Lunch. This month we will be focusing on Caring. Ask your child about kindness, sharing, and compassion.
Rodeo Break........
No school on Feb. 25th and 26th
Friday, January 22, 2010
January Updates
Our Butterfly Magic Field Trip will be on Friday, January 29th. Please get fingerprinted in our front office on Mon. or Thurs. from 9-11 if you are planning on attending.
Remember to send a lunch with your child on this day.
The 100th Day of School is on Wednesday, January 27th. We will be doing some fun activities as a class and as a school. This is a free Dress Down Day! Please send in 100 snack bites (m&ms, pretzels, marshmallows, etc.) to school so we can mix it up to make GORP. No nuts please!
Bookman's Reading Challenge!
Continue to READ, READ, READ, and record the books you read on the reading logs that I send home each Monday.
Character Counts......
We have been focusing on Fairness this month.
Ask your child about the following sayings....
It's not whether you win or lose, it's how you play the game.
Don't judge another until you've walked a mile in his shoes.
You can't judge a book by its cover.
Treat others as you would like to be treated.
Remember to send a lunch with your child on this day.
The 100th Day of School is on Wednesday, January 27th. We will be doing some fun activities as a class and as a school. This is a free Dress Down Day! Please send in 100 snack bites (m&ms, pretzels, marshmallows, etc.) to school so we can mix it up to make GORP. No nuts please!
Bookman's Reading Challenge!
Continue to READ, READ, READ, and record the books you read on the reading logs that I send home each Monday.
Character Counts......
We have been focusing on Fairness this month.
Ask your child about the following sayings....
It's not whether you win or lose, it's how you play the game.
Don't judge another until you've walked a mile in his shoes.
You can't judge a book by its cover.
Treat others as you would like to be treated.
Friday, January 8, 2010
Happy New Year!
A few reminders...............
Re-enrollment forms went home this week. Please fill them out and return them to me no later than Friday, Jan. 22nd.
Report Cards went home before Winter Break. Please sign and return the form that was attached to your child's report card.
We are participating in the Bookman's Reading Challenge. Please help your child fill in their tracking forms and return them by March 31st. Our school has the chance to win $15,000 dollars and all we have to do is READ!
We held a class Spelling Bee today and Alyus Obregon was our champion. Congratulations to Alyus! He will go up against three other second graders on Monday. Good Luck!
We will be going on a class Field Trip on Friday, January 29th. Please look over, sign, and return the form that went home today. Please remember to send in your dollar ASAP and pack a lunch for your child on that day.
Re-enrollment forms went home this week. Please fill them out and return them to me no later than Friday, Jan. 22nd.
Report Cards went home before Winter Break. Please sign and return the form that was attached to your child's report card.
We are participating in the Bookman's Reading Challenge. Please help your child fill in their tracking forms and return them by March 31st. Our school has the chance to win $15,000 dollars and all we have to do is READ!
We held a class Spelling Bee today and Alyus Obregon was our champion. Congratulations to Alyus! He will go up against three other second graders on Monday. Good Luck!
We will be going on a class Field Trip on Friday, January 29th. Please look over, sign, and return the form that went home today. Please remember to send in your dollar ASAP and pack a lunch for your child on that day.
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