12/15/14 to 12/19/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  The Jesse Tree project is due tomorrow.

Santa Claus is visiting the children this Wednesday, December 17th.  Have them ready to answer the following questions:  1) Have they been good this year? 2) What would they like for Christmas?

This Friday, December 19th, will be Lessons and Carols in the Church at 9:00 a.m.  Children will be able to dress up in red and green.  Our class will have a Christmas party that day as well.  Please bring in $5 for your child for the party.  Dismissal is at 3:00 p.m.  Classes will resume on Monday, January 5, 2015.

Have a wonderful Christmas break and a Happy New Year!

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Jesse Tree Project

Dear Parents,

The children will have a project to do this weekend making a Jesse Tree.  Please consult with me regarding the project.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

12/8/14 to 12/12/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Please note this Friday, December 12th, there is 12 noon dismissal.  Also, we are collecting $5 per child for our Christmas party.  Please review numbers 1 through 10 and letters Aa through Gg.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

12/1/14 to 12/5/14

Dear Parents,

I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving.  Below are this week's lesson plans.  Please review the vocabulary words in the lesson plans.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora
Math

Reading

Religion

Science

11/24/14 - 11/28/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Canned food will be collected until Wednesday. Children may still donate $1 Monday and Tuesday but still must wear uniform. We would like to thank Bailey's mom Mrs. Rosario for donating close to 100 cans of food.

Finally, Wednesday is a full day of school. There will be mass at 9:00am. Our class will have a party at lunchtime.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Composing and Decomposing Shapes

We learned how to create more complex shapes out of simpler ones with paper and blocks. We also took a little time to use our imaginations and build things.

Halloween Party

Halloween is that time of year where we get to dress up and pretend to be someone else for a while day. We dressed up as everything from fairies to superheroes and had a great party! And of course, no Halloween party would be complete without candy and a costume contest!

Community Helpers

We got to dress up as our favorite community helpers: firefighters, nurses, mailmen, pilots, doctors, policemen, and others. We learned what these people do on a daily basis and how they help others in our community.

11/17/14 - 11/21/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Remember, the school is having canned food drive.

School will be dismissed at noon this Friday. Report cards will be distributed  at 1:00pm that day.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora
Math

Reading

Religion

Science

11/10/14 to 11/14/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lessons.  Reminder the school is holding a can food drive.

Also, the class needs Lysol or Clorox wipes and tissues. Please bring in one set of wipes and one box of tissues.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Social Studies

11/3/14 to 11/7/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week' lesson plans.  I hope you and your children had a wonderful time at the parade and Halloween night.  Thank you for the candy and juice you provided for the party.

Early dismissal this Friday at 11:30am.  The children will be working this week on the following: identifying numbers 0 through 10, identifying groups of 0 to 3 objects, count forward and backwards up to 10, identifying rhyming words, and identifying details in pictures.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora
Math

Reading

Religion

Science

10/27/14 to 10/31/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  This week is a busy week.  The whole week the school will have a book fair.  I will be available to make book suggestions.  Usually books costs minimally $5 each.  

There will be a Halloween parade for students in grades Pre-K and Kindergarten beginning 8:30 AM on Friday October 31st.  Parents are invited for the parade.  After the parade, our class will have a party.  If you have not done so yet, please bring in $5 for your child for the party.  Also, please bring in a bag of candy or juice.  The candy should be soft and individually wrapped.  Party is only for the children.  There is no gym this Friday.

Finally, review homework with your child every day.  Teach your child to put their coats on.  Practice writing the letters Aa through Dd.  Some parents are frustrated with the difficulty of learning to write.  This takes time and be patient with your child.  If you need tips or suggestions on helping them to write, please see me in the mornings.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

10/20/14 - 10/24/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Please remember to bring in $5 for our class' Halloween Party. More details to follow.

This week we are beginning patterns. Please review basic colors with your children. Also, start to go over with your children their names, ages, addresses, and phone numbers. Reminder that this Friday children must come in gym clothes for gym.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

10/13/14 to 10/17/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  There is a family project this week. The children will need 4 pictures. One picture of the entire family. One picture of the family doing an activity. One picture of your child's favorite sport or hobby. One picture of the family pet or a pet your child wants. Please bring in family pictures by Wednesday, October 15th.

Please bring in $5.00 for the Halloween Party.  Finally, please review vocabulary words with your children.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

10/6/14 - 10/10/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  This Friday is noon dismissal.  Also, there was an issue with the online progress reports.  Speak to me if you have any concerns.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora
Math

Reading

Religion

Science

9/29/14 - 10/3/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans. Music starts on Monday with Ms. Alma. Remember every Friday the kids have gym class and should come in wearing the gym uniform. Finally, please send in an oversized T-shirt for art class.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora
Math

Reading

Religion

Science

9/22/14 to 9/26/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Reminder to please bring in ALL of your child's supplies.  Also, make sure your child has an extra change of clothes in class.

Please bring in an oversized T-shirt for art class. Review shapes and positions with your child. Finally, do not forget to bring a snack for your child every day.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora
Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Our First Day of Classes

We learned to keep an eye on the little things by using magnifying glasses, we learned how to make squares and rectangles of different sizes, we learned how eyedroppers work, and we learned how to work with and play with our new classmates and friends.

9/15/14 - 9/19/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plan.  Completed school forms were due by last Friday.  To those parents who have forgotten to bring them in, please do so AS SOON AS POSSIBLE.  Also, please bring in your child's school supplies.

Finally, this Friday is noon dismissal.
 
Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

9/8/14 - 9/12/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Please complete and send back forms as soon as possible. They are due this week.  Homework will be sent on a daily basis, except Fridays. Gym is on Friday so children must wear gym clothes. Also, please bring in supplies.  I am adding to the supply list a box f Dixie 3 oz. bath cups.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora
Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

First Day of School 2014-2015

The First Day 

I gave you a little wink and smile
As you entered my room today.
For I know how hard it is to leave
And know your children must stay.
You've been with them for many years now
And have been a loving guide.
But now, alas, the time has come
To leave them at my side.
Just know that as you drive away
And tears down your cheeks may flow.
I'll love them as I would my own
And help them learn and grow.
For as a parent, I too know
How quickly the years do pass.
And that one day, it was my turn
To take my child to class.
So please put your mind at ease
And cry those tears no more.
For I will love them and take them in
When you leave them at my door.

- paraphrased from the original "The First Day" poem

Please see my letter below, which includes a list of supplies.

Pre-K1 2014-2015 Welcome Letter and Supplies

August 12, 2014

Dear Parents,

     I am delighted to welcome you and your child to our Preschool Program. Let's work together to make this a joyous growing experience for your child.

    Our program is designed to develop awareness and nurturing of each child's precious spirit. Our program recognizes that our Pre-K students are eager learners even though their social, fine and gross motor skills, language and cognitive abilities are not fully developed. This program is designed to meet the individual needs of the early learner and teach children how to share, socialize and function in a group. The group lays the foundation of faith and guides the children in daily prayer and academic activities designed to prepare them for Pre-K second level.

The following is a typical Pre-K day:

· Opening Exercises - Welcome Prayer, Pledge of Allegiance, Calendar, Weather

· Religion lesson via circle time

· Language- Nursery rhymes, little books, big books; Oral language development; Phonetic awareness activities; Auditory discrimination and listening skills; Visual discrimination; Knowledge of the alphabet; Development writing activities; Beginning print and book concepts; Comprehension skills; Learning centers activities

· Free Play

· Science – Life Science; Earth Science; Physical; Body Awareness

· Rest Room/Bathroom time

· Snack (No glass bottles, only box juice and no chips)

· Math – Positions and classification; Comparisons and Pattern s; Number Readiness and Graphing; Numbers 0-20; Adding and Subtracting; Fractions; Measurements; Geometry; Measurements; Money and Time

· Story Time - Theme of the Week

· Art/Crafts/Music/Lunch

· Nap (1 hour)

Supplies (Please have everything labeled with your child’s name)

1. 3 folders

2. 1 Pre-K notebook

3. 1 coloring book

4. Child’s baby picture and family picture

5. A change of clothes

6. Clorox wipes

7. Baby wipes

8. A roll of paper towel

9. A can of Lysol Spray

10. Printing/Copy paper
11. 2 Glue Sticks
12. Box of tissues
13. Box of triangular crayons

Reminder

1. Bring your child to school on time (after 8:00 am your child needs a late pass);

2. Bring absent note if your child is absent (IT’ S A MUST!) It is required by the Department of Education;

3. Read calendar carefully for early dismissals;

4. Send your child’s supplies on time;

5. Bring Emergency cards on time;

6. Send homework on time;

7. If you want to throw a birthday party in the lunchroom, please inform me at least two weeks before the party date;

8. If you need to talk to me about your child’s progress, you must see make an appointment;

9. Please, no outside toys and blankets allowed;

10. Read to your child every night (15 minutes);

11. Label everything your child brings to class;

12. Your child must wear a gym t-shirt and jogging pants on gym days (Gym day TBD);

13. Children should have breakfast every day before 7:45am;
14. No glass or plastic bottles allowed; juice should be in a juice box or the aluminum packaging;
15. Full uniform required every day except gym day;
16. Shoes should have velcro;
17. No belts for boys; make sure pants fit properly.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

6/16/14 - 6/17/14

Dear Parents,

The time has come for the End of the Year Ceremony.  It will take place thus Tuesday, June 17th, at 11:00am in the auditorium. Children must be in my classroom fully dressed by 10:15am. There will be a luncheon following the ceremony.

In order for your child to participate in the ceremony, tuition must be paid in full by Monday, June 16th. If tuition is outstanding, please see Mrs. Resto.

I would like to thank you for entrusting me with your children and their education.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

6/9/14 - 6/13/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Early dismissal this Friday is at noon.

Next week on June 17th is our End of the Year Ceremony at 11:00am. In order for your child to participate, tuition must be paid in full. The children will be wearing the same clothes as they did on Picture Day.  School ends the same day as the End of the Year Ceremony.

Finally, please read this important article titled "10 Reasons Why Handheld Devices Should Be Banned for Children Under the Age of 12," regarding the effects of technology on young children.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

6/2/14 - 6/6/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora
Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

5/26/14 - 5/30/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Our End of the Year Ceremony will take place on June 17th at 11:00am. In order for your child to participate, tuition must be paid in full.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora
Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

5/19/14 - 5/23/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans. This Friday is 11:00am dismissal. There is no school next Monday, May 26th, for Memorial Day.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora
Math

Reading

Religion

Science

5/12/14 - 5/16/14

Dear Parents,

I hope everyone had a wonderful Mother's Day.  Below are this week's lesson plans.

This Tuesday we will have the May Procession at 10:00am.  This Friday is Picture Day. Again, girls should wear white polo shirt and khaki skorts. Boys should wear white polo shirt and khaki Bermuda shorts.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

5/5/14 - 5/9/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Reminder Thursday is Picture Day.  Girls are to wear khaki skorts and white polo. Boys are to wear khaki Bermuda shorts and a white polo.

There are still a few spots open for this summer's camp. Please speak to Mrs. Resto to reserve a spot.

Finally, our class will have an activity Friday morning with their mothers.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora
Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

4/28/14 - 5/2/14

Dear Parents,

Welcome back! I hope you all enjoyed Easter break. Below are this week's lesson plans.

If you are interested in the Pre-K summer program, please speak to Mrs. Resto as soon as possible. The program runs for 8 weeks and there are a few spots left.

Graduation pictures will take place on May 8th.  The girls are to wear khaki skort and white polo shirt.  Boys are to wear khaki bermuda shorts and a while polo shirt.

Reminder we are in need of supplies, especially paper towels.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

4/7/14 - 4/11/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Please bring in a small flower pot by Tuesday, April 8th to plant seeds.  Mr. Woods will provide the soil and seeds.

We are collecting cans for the poor.  We are also collecting pennies for Leukemia.  Early dismissal at 12:00pm on Thursday due to report card distribution.

Friday is early dismissal at 11:00am.  There will be no afterschool program.  On Friday, April 11th, bring a bag of any type of candy that is not hard candy.  Children can dress up this day for our party - no jeans.

If you have any questions, please ask me.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

3/31/14 - 4/4/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans. Reminder we are collecting cans for our food drive.

We begin the letter Nn this week. Practice addition with your child.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

3/24/14 - 3/28/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.

This week the school will have a book fair.  If you want suggestions, I will be happy to provide some recommendations.  You may shop with your child or send money with your child.

Also, the school is having a food drive during the season of Lent. We are collecting cans for our local food pantry.

This week we start addition in Math.  Ask me for any suggestions on how to help your child with this concept.

Finally, thank you all for your love and support for our aide Magaly Perez and her mother's passing.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

3/17/14 - 3/21/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Monday, March 17th, is green day in honor of St. Patrick's Day.  Students may come in to school wearing green. Friday, March 21st, is 11:00am dismissal.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

3/10/14 - 3/14/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  There is no school this Friday, March 14th.

Tuition Suspension Day is April 4th.  The business manager reminded Mr. Woods that after June 1, 2014 there would be no exceptions made and that if tuition was not paid by then children must remain home until the balance is paid. Since it is March 9th today there is ample time for parents to arrange their finances so that drastic steps will not interrupt their child's education.

Monday, March 17th, is green day.  Children may come in wearing something green.

This week we are doing joining in, so please follow the lesson plan. We are also working on the letter Mm.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

3/3/14 to 3/7/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.

Wednesday, March 5th, is Ash Wednesday which marks the first day of Lent. Mass will take place that day at 11:00 am for the school where children will receive their ashes.

This Friday, March 7th, Progress Reports will be distributed.  Stations of the Cross at 11:30am.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math
Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

2/24/14 - 2/28/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion
Science

Social Studies

2/17/14 - 2/21/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans. 

Please note because of last week's snow storm, the Valentine's Day party and bake sale are canceled. I will send home the goodie bags prepared for the children this week.  For those who brought in $5 for the party, that money will be saved for a later party this year.

This Friday will be a full day; there will not be an early dismissal.  The letter of the week is the letter "Ll".  Please review the letter and its sound with your children. Review numbers 0 through 10.  This week we will work on which groups have more or fewer.

Finally, the snow days will be made up this year. Please check the calendars sent home regarding these changes as well as the school's blog.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

2/10/14 - 2/14/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.

This Thursday, February 13th, between 9:00am and 10:00am Pre-K will hold a bake sale. Please consult with me on what to bring for the bake sale. The money raised will go towards the Pre-K end of the year ceremonies.

Finally, this Friday, February 14th there is a Pre-K1 Valentine's Day party for the children only. Please bring $5 for your child for the party. Children may come in wearing either red, pink, or purple.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

2/3/14 - 2/7/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.

Beginning Monday, February 3rd re-registration forms for the 2014-2015 school year will be available in the tuition office. The re-registration form needs to be filled out in the office and SMART tuition will then bill you the re-registration fee of $100.00. The tuition rate for the 2014-2015 will not be determined until the first week of March after the Board of Directors has met regarding the school budget. Mr. Woods will keep parents informed when he is notified. Re-Registration forms are due by February 28th. If your child is not returning please let Mrs. Resto know so that we will inform SMART Tuition.

Also on Monday, February 3rd, there is a prayer service at 2:00 PM wherein students throats will be blessed. Parents are welcome to attend.

On Thursday, February 6th, Sister June Clare Tracy, OP the regional superintendent will be here to sit in classrooms, speak to teachers and staff and a small parent group. Students who are usually late should try and make it to school on time so that they will not interrupt her classroom visitation by their late arrival.

Please review the letters A through J, numbers 0 through 10. Practice making groups of 0 through 10.

Gym on Friday, February 7th.  Also, please bring a children's sized shoebox.

Finally, next week on Friday, February 14th, we will have a Valentine's Day party for the children only.  Please bring in $5 and a bag of candy. More information on next week's blog.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

1/27/14 - 1/31/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Please note report cards will be distributed this Thursday. There is noon dismissal that day and parent-teacher conferences will be held from 2:00pm to 7:00pm.  Tuition must be up to date to receive a report card.

Also, this Friday there will be a Super Kids costume contest. Children can dress up as their favorite nursery rhyme character or other storybook character.  If your child wishes to participate, please consult with me on costume ideas.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

1/20/14 - 1/24/14

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

1/13/14 -1/17/13

Dear Parents,

Below are this week's lesson plans.  Please note that this Friday is 11:00am dismissal.

Please review letters A through I and numbers 0 through 5.  If you have any questions regarding progress reports, please see me in the morning before classes begin.

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies

1/6/14 - 1/10/14

Dear Parents,

I hope you had a wonderful Christmas break.  Thank you so much for the amazing gifts.  The aides and I truly appreciate your kindness. 

Below are this week's lesson plans. Please note that there is noon dismissal this Friday, January 10th.

Also, please bring in a new batch of supplies for the class.  We need the following:

1. Paper towels
2. Clorox wipes
3. Tissues
4. Baby wipes
5. Lysol spray

Sincerely,

Mrs. Fundora

Math

Reading

Religion

Science

Social Studies