The 2nd Grade Scoop

What a great first few weeks of 2nd grade we've had! Everyone is adjusting so well to our routine and learning is off to a great start!

Thank you so much for all of the supplies we have received! We appreciate everyone's generosity and support for the learning that takes place daily! We couldn't do it without your support! If you'd still like to contribute, our biggest need is headphones for each student. We would also really appreciate card games or puzzles for days when we have indoor recess!

Students should be reading 20 minutes daily at home! Keep an eye for homework information from your child's teacher soon!

Please remember to check your child's Friday folder each week and return it on Monday!

Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns! Have a great week!

Math - Students are learning how to solve one and two step addition and subtraction word problems! This includes adding and subtracting fluently within 20 using mental math strategies like doubles plus one, make a ten, and the counting on strategy.

ELA - We are continuing our learning about different schools around the world! Students are learning how to ask and answer questions using details from the text! We will also continue discussing and meeting our classroom norms of staying on topic, speaking one at a time, and listening with care.

Science - We are continuing to ask and answer questions to describe and classify different objects according to their physical properties.

Social Studies - Students will continue learning about personal finance. They will build on their knowledge about goods and services, learning that due to scarcity we must make choices that result in opportunity costs.

Curriculum Night

When? Thursday, August 20th from 5:30 to 7:30 pm

Where? Baggett Elementary School, 2nd grade hallway (upstairs!)

What? This is a great chance to learn a little bit more about what your child will be learning in 2nd grade, classroom (and school wide) expectations, and ask any questions you may have! It is also a chance to connect with your child's teacher if you didn't get to do so at Open House!

We can't wait to see you there!

Hello! My name is Mr. Derek Therrien (Mr. T) and I am the 2nd and 3rd grade School Counselor. I am so excited to work with your student(s) this school year! As the School Counselor I can help students with social emotion education, academics, college and career readiness, conflict resolution, and so much more. I can also provide school supplies and weekend snack bags upon request. I also have the pleasure of coming to each classroom to give counseling lessons about once a month. This month's topic is "Meeting your School Counselor and Why Attendance Matters." Please contact me with any questions, concerns, or requests at derek.therrien@gcpsk12.org or 678-518-6663.

This year, 2nd grade gets the pleasure of taking care of our chickens! Students will get to help collect eggs, get them clean water, re-fill their food, and make sure their coop stays nice and clean! However! This is a big task and we are asking for any and all help! If you are interested in signing up for a weekday afternoon or weekend care shift, please use this link to sign up - https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904044AA8A92FA4FB6-65089573-eggcellent

Thank you for your help in keeping our chickens fed, happy, and clean!