Dear Parents,

The children have been enjoying their imaginary trip to Russia. They have lots of information to share with you! In art class, the children made Russian Cathedrals that are on display in the cafeteria for Catholic Schools Week.

The puppets are done, and the children narrated to me a wonderful story, entitled, A Busy Day on the Farm. I typed this up and they will perform their Readers Theater production on February 6, 2015 after the 8:30 Mass. For those who cannot attend, your child has a copy of the script, which I'm sure they would love to share with you.

Catholic Schools week has been fun for all. Our focus this year is on the Corporal Works of Mercy.
Cross Catholic Outreach generously shared packets of information with our students. They will be bringing this home in their backpacks.

Below is a picture of the children practicing melodies that they wrote for the xylophone.

I think the children all felt well prepared to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation. It is such a pleasure to be able to have the time in class on a daily basis to prepare the children, so they truly appreciate and understand the sacrament.

The math facts are coming along nicely! The children's scores on tests demonstrate this!

Soon, we will be departing for China. 

Have a great day!
Mrs. Barth

Dear Parents,

I hope you enjoyed the Christmas Program. I know the children had fun entertaining you with their songs! I set out lots of books with a Christmas theme, and the children were busy taking AR tests whenever they had a chance.

Over vacation, please have your child review their math facts and read some books!

A picture says a thousand words. So... I hope you enjoy the following snapshots!

I want to thank you for the gift of your beautiful children! Remember, they grow up fast!

Merry Christmas to you All!
Love,
Mrs. Barth

Dear Parents,

With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, I thought you might enjoy the pictures the children painted.

Enjoy!

Mrs. Barth

Dear Parents,

The month of November is here and the children will be working on different projects that center around autumn and Thanksgiving. They are currently working on memorizing a poem entitled,
Something Told the Wild Geese.

Along with that, the children are making puppets that that will depict a farm scene. They will create a script to go with their characters. The children will send you an invitation when the puppet show is ready to be presented.

Math facts are still a big focus. Please keep practicing with your child on a daily basis.

In religion class, we are learning about the sacrament of Baptism. We acted out the sacrament in class. Role-playing is a strong tool for engaging students.

In social studies, the children were amazed how large the Statue of Liberty actually is! We are comparing and contrasting life in the city to life on farms and in suburbs.

The children will be performing a few songs for the Veteran's Day Program on November, 11.  It is a lovely, patriotic performance.

Yours in Christ,
Mrs. Barth

Dear Parents,

The children are all coming along nicely. I seldom, if ever, have to stop my instruction due to misbehavior. The children are attentive and a joy to teach.

In religion class, the children had an opportunity to learn more about the Holy Trinity.  Also, the life of St. Therese of the Child Jesus was shared in class, and Abby Higgins won the draw to dress up like St. Therese and visit the classrooms. She reminded the students to pray often and make little sacrifices.

 

 I realize that memorizing math facts is not a favorite past-time for second graders, but already the benefits are starting to show. 

In Science, we are studying life cycles of plants and animals. We soaked Lima beans and cut them in half to see the very early stage of a plant. Next,we put some seeds in a plastic bag with a wet paper towel. The children made observations and noted tiny roots and a green stem developing from the seed. The children watched as I dissected the bean. They were amazed to see the two little, green seed leaves hiding in the bean. They each studied the bean with a magnifying glass. Science is fun!!

Have a great day!

Mrs. Barth

The Marathon is coming and we are all excited! I plan on being there at 9am. It should be a fun time for all!

 

 

Dear Parents,

Our first couple weeks of school have gone by quickly! We are enjoying our CAT theme.
The children put on a short Readers Theater skit entitled, The Lost Kitten. Acting out the parts gives motivation to stay focused throughout the entire script and enhances fluency in reading.

In art class, the children made a cat mask. We learned the difference between wild and domestic cats, and they could choose which they wanted to be.

When the children bring home their folder, please note anything that is highlighted. If highlighted,
I would like your child to practice at home.

The children did a great job memorizing their first poem of the year, My Neighbor's Cat. Memorizing different assignments has been scientifically proven to help develop brain development in young children, as well as in adults.

In science, we are looking at the life-cycles of plants and animals. The life-cycle of the dragon fly proved to be very interesting. We looked at a dragon fly under our classroom microscope and then viewed a short video of the life-cycle. Next, the children studied a diagram of the cycle and took this home to share with parents.

In religion class,  we are studying the first stories of the Bible. We will be taking apart the Our Father prayer, to explain the meaning of the words. The second grade will be the readers for the Friday Mass, on Sept. 26th.  Hospitality is served after Mass.

I am enclosing a few snapshots of the children. Enjoy!

Sincerely yours,
Mrs. Barth