2nd Grade Newsletter

Hello 2nd Grade Families,

It’s been a great week full of learning here on the ranch!

Students had fun continuing their 3D solid explorations in Math while practicing their academic vocabulary.

In ELAR, we’ve started a new genre study, nonfiction! Students are learning how to research, take notes, and organize their facts into a research paper. Ask them what topic they’re exploring. They’ve been so excited to share their discoveries!

We discussed the significance of landmarks and celebrations in our community, state, and nation in Social Studies. They also learned about the roles of public officials and how good citizenship is exemplified by participation in government.

In Science, we took our understanding of sound to a new level by exploring volume and discussing why sound is such an important part of our world.

Thank you for sharing your wonderful children with us. It is a true joy learning with them each day!

💜 The Second Grade Team

November 8: Black Willow Spirit Day- 10:00am - 6pm

November 11: Veterans Day Parade

November 11: Chick Fil A Spirit Day- all day

November 14: Yearbook Deadline

November 20/21: Grandparents and Special Friends Day

November 24-28: Thanksgiving Break

November 14 Deadline Alert!

Time is running out! You must order your yearbook by Friday, November 14th to get the lowest price of the year.

This yearbook is more than just photos—it’s a time capsule of friendships, experiences, and unforgettable moments.

Already ordered? Thank you—you’re in for an amazing book this year!
CLICK HERE TO ORDER: https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A09801070

Lunch Times

Thursday, November 20:

Kinder: 10:15 - 11:00

2nd Grade: 11:15 - 12:00

4th Grade: 12:15 - 1:00

Friday, November 21:

1st Grade: 10:15 - 11:00

3rd Grade: 11:15 - 12:00

5th Grade: 12:15 - 1:00

We’re excited to welcome our grandparents and special friends to WRE’s annual Grandparents & Special Friends Day on November 20th and 21st.

Join us for a traditional Thanksgiving meal and celebrate together as a school community.

Please fill out this form for each student you have attending WRE, even if your family will not be participating in the special day. This information helps us plan for the 2-day event.

We can’t wait to celebrate this tradition with our WRE families!

Please join Windsong Ranch Elementary in supporting Cornerstone Christmas, which brings joy to 350 local children by providing them with a magical Christmas experience. WRE Hope Squad and Strong Team are hosting a Gift Wrap Essentials Drive including wrapping paper, tape, bows, gift tags, medium and large gift bags and tissue paper.

Here are ways to donate:

Drop off gift wrapping supplies at the front office by December 2.
Sponsor a gift or a whole child by clicking here.
OR Contribute online through Cornerstone's wishlists: Amazon and Target

Our school is participating in a creative fundraiser with Art to Remember that allows you to purchase keepsake products customized with your child’s art. There are over 60 products and many are less than $20. These make great gifts and a percentage of every purchase goes right back to our school. Click on the link below and enter the online order code shown on your child’s order form or to search for your child’s artwork. Then, have fun shopping! SHOP HERE

Also, we know your children love ART class and letting their creativity flow, so please help Mrs. Greer!

If you have any left over holiday or winter napkins, please donate to ART.

If you are dropping off your child’s lunch, please make sure to bring it NO LATER than 12:00 PM.

We truly appreciate your help in making sure every child has a stress-free and smooth lunchtime. Thank you for your cooperation and support!

Please make sure your child is not bringing any toys to school. Several students are taking their Labubus off their backpacks and playing with them throughout the day or taking them to Specials. These items need to be left at home. Thank you!

Along with weekly Phonics practice, have your child read something of their choice for 20 minutes a night or 100 minutes for the week. Please see the Take Home Support pictured here for more guidance on At-Home Phonics activities. This paper is also located in each student's purple folder.

Your student is now expected to type in their own username and password to log in to their chromebook. Log in to Skyward to find their username and password and help them memorize it at home!

Please be sure to bring a labeled water bottle and healthy snack daily.

Please check Take Home folders each week for teacher communication regarding classroom behavior and to empty contents.

ELAR:

I can use features and graphics to locate and gain information.
I can interact with sources in meaningful ways by illustrating and writing.
I can recognize the text structures and patterns in informational texts.
I can develop and follow a research plan.

Math

I can describe the inverse relationship between the size of the unit and the number of units needed to measure the length of an object.
I can find the length of an object to the nearest unit using rulers, yardsticks, metersticks, or measuring tapes.
I can determine the solution to a problem involving length, including estimating length.

*Please see your child's purple folder for Home Engagement.

Social Studies:

I can explain the significance of Veterans Day.
I can identify and use the information on maps and globes - using basic map elements such as title, cardinal directions, and a map legend.

Science:

I can demonstrate and explain that sound is made by vibrating matter and that vibrations can be caused by a variety of means, including sound.
I can explain how different levels of sound are used in everyday life.

*Please see your child's purple folder for and this link for Take Home Support. https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Tm-NrPI5hBY71I4YBcpjG-GI3st_sVUN/view?usp=drive_link

Families are allowed to sign up to have lunch with their student on the stage each month.

A few reminders:

Only provide food for your child (no sharing or bringing food for others).
Plan to sit on the stage in the cafeteria. You may only sit with your child.
Lunch visitors can sign up here. To allow space for all families and time for your student to grow his/her social skills, please avoid signing up multiple times a week.
If all spots are full, you are welcome to enjoy a picnic lunch outside with your child.
Don’t forget to bring your ID when checking in.

Our Character Trait is GRATITUDE. Please check out the Family Connection that was sent home and pictured here to see how you can continue practicing gratitude at home.

If your student is going to be absent, email the doctor's note or excuse to windsong-attendance@prosper-isd.net. You will also need to enter the absence into their Skyward account. Attendance / Absence Information

Please check out the Sign-Up Genius to be a Mystery Reader for your child's class. Please bring a school-appropriate book with you. It can be one of your child's favorite books, a seasonal book, or any children's book. If you have questions, please reach out to your child's teacher. Thank you for signing up!