Rees Block S'more February
Art
Physical Education
Kindergarten through 2nd grade students have been improving tremendously in locomotor skills! In P.E., we will continue to work on locomotor skills and introduce game/ sports skills that will keep students motivated to improve their health and wellness. Skills that we will cover in February: Rhythm, Balance/ Coordination. 3rd and 4th grade have been improving on push-ups, curl ups, and running. Please make sure they are eating healthy and practicing for our second fitness gram testing window in April.
Prepare for the 2025 Hoedown on Friday, February 28th.
- - Students may wear Western attire.
- - Bring your best dance moves and singing voices!
2025 Field Day Shirts are available for purchase in the online store for $15, until Friday, February 14th. Scan the QR Code or visit the online store link provided on the flyer to purchase. PLEASE make sure that shirt sizes are correct before purchasing because all sales are FINAL.
- Field Day will be on Friday, March 7th. More information will be sent out in February regarding Field Day.
Coach Grigsby: tony.grigsbyjr@aliefisd.net
Coach Fonseca: Michelle.fonseca@aliefisd.net
Music
February Music Fun!
All grade levels are learning about Texas music, dances, and symbols. They are preparing for their upcoming Rees Hoedown on February 28th! Parents and families are invited to participate. Be on the lookout for a schedule of events.
Kindergarten and 1st grade students are enjoying music centers and stations. They are learning about how to produce sounds on different percussion instruments. They are made of wood, metal, plastic, or have a membrane like a drum. We hit them, shake them, or scrape them to keep a beat.
2nd Graders are learning about pitched and unpitched instruments. They are exploring timbre, which is the type of sound that different instruments make. We will be reading a book and creating sound effects!
3rd Graders are starting “Mallet Madness” which is a unit on all of our percussion instruments. They will be playing melodies and rhythms, as well as reading note names on the music staff.
4th Graders are analyzing different genres of music in preparation for the Alief Music Memory Olympics! They will learn to aurally identify eleven pieces from throughout the year, and take a listening test. The highest scoring students will be invited to participate in a virtual event in May. We will also be starting a unit on recorders. These are small flute-type instruments. The Rees Choir is also back in rehearsals every Thursday from 3:30-4:40. They are working hard to prepare for our Spring Musical Showcase in May.
Finally, I would like to give a shout out to our four Rees students who were chosen to participate in this year’s Alief Honor Choir:
Zasha Salazar, Jayleen Valenciano, Benjamin Diaz, and Olivia Kanatzar-Fuller
will be preparing for a special clinic and concert on February 22nd.
Jennifer Wilkins
Rees PVAA Music Teacher
X (formerly Twitther): @reesmusic1
Or Reach me on Parent Square
Dance
This month, all grade levels are kicking up their heels as we learn a lively Western hoedown dance! While mastering fun group movements and energetic steps, students are also exploring the elements of dance" space, time, energy, and relationship. Through this engaging experience, they all develop coordination, rhythm, and teamwork while gaining a deeper understanding of how these elements bring dance to life!
Health and Technology
For February, in Kindergarten through 2nd grade, we will be focusing on Health, specifically examining the structure, function, and relationships of body systems. Students will learn about the importance of personal health, including ways to protect their five senses, such as wearing sunglasses and using safe volume settings on audio devices. Our aim is to help them recognize how all parts of the body work together to maintain a healthy life.
For our 3rd and 4th graders, we will continue our exploration of Health with an emphasis on emotional well-being. They will learn about identifying and reframing thoughts, applying self-management strategies, and discussing ways to promote a healthy body image. We will also cover how to express and manage overwhelming emotions, encouraging students to seek help from trusted adults when needed.
Just a reminder: if you are having your students practice typing at home, please ensure they keep their hands on the home row. If they learn the wrong way, it can be more challenging for them to relearn proper techniques at school.
Thank you for your support in our learning journey!
Mr. Williams