Second Grade Weekly Newsletter
Week of October 6-10
Meet the Second Grade team
We are dedicated to nurturing each child’s growth academically, socially, and emotionally throughout second grade. Our team is committed to creating a supportive and engaging environment where every student can thrive. Together, we look forward to partnering with you to make this a successful and joyful year for your child.
Mrs. Jackson (2A)
Ms. Marquez (2B)
Ms. Crum (2C)
Ms. Vialpando (2D)
Mrs. Castillo (ESOL)
Ms. Reed (IEP Math)
Ms. Martin (Reading Specialist)
Mrs. Flannigan (Reading Specialist)
Mrs. Cornwall (Reading Specialist)
Ms. Kinney (Reading Specialist)
Ms. Takle (IRR)
Mr. Wright (IRR)
Upcoming Events
- Oct. 9 Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration/ PTA mtg at 5:30 pm
- Oct. 13-17, Conference Week, school dismisses at 1:15 p.m.
- Oct. 13-17, Book Fair
- Oct. 24 Field Trip Atlanta History Museum Exhibit: Georgia Farm Life
- Oct. 27-31 Red Ribbon Week
What we learned last week...
Reading: Wit and Wisdom Module 1 (A Season of Change)
Phonics: Open Closed & tch/ch/dge/j
Science/ Social Studies: Cont. Forces in Motion
Math: Solving problems involving the addition/ subtraction of two-digit numbers using part-whole
What we're learning this week...
Reading: Wit and Wisdom Module 1 Prep (A Season of Change)
Phonics: Long VCC (-ild, -old, -ind, -olt, -ost)
Science/ Social Studies: Cont. Forces in Motion
Math: Measurement: Inches, Feet, Yards
How can I help at home?
Helpful Tips:
-Helping your child fluently add and subtract within 20, using variety of strategies, such as mental math and part whole. Using tools like playing cards or coins can help make adding and subtracting within 20 fun.
-Getting plenty of sleep and discussing school expectations and behaviors with them
ESOL
Free & Reduced Meal Application
Please CLICK the link or picture below:
Transportation
Change of Transportation
If there is a change in transportation arrangements, we require notice from the parent before allowing students to be transported by anyone other than a parent. You may send in a note with your child or email mailto:parkstreet@marietta-city.org with the details of the change. We do not allow students to walk or to ride home with unauthorized people.
At dismissal time bus riders will be put on the school bus unless a parent is present for pick-up, or the parent has notified the school office of another arrangement.
Students are not permitted to change buses to ride home with friends without a note from their parent. Please make arrangements for your child before he/she comes to school. If you must make a change during the day, notify the school office staff before 2:45 p.m.
Pick-up by Car in the Afternoon
Anyone picking up a child must have his/her Panther Car Tag. If you do not have a Panther Car Tag, you may get one at Sneak-A-Peek or by coming to the front office.
Please do not park across the street and have your child designated as a “walker”.
This is extremely dangerous, and teachers on duty will stop children crossing the street
unescorted by a parent or adult. If you need to come into the building, please park in a parking space.
Tardy Drop-Off
When a student arrives late (after 8:30), an adult must sign the student in at the office.
Early Pick-Up
Please limit early pick-up of children to emergencies and appointments. If a child is out for any portion of the school day, the missed time is recorded as a tardy. A note sent in the morning will help us to have your child ready. To avoid interruptions to instruction, no student
will be released between 2:45 and 3:15. Parents will be asked to wait for the dismissal bell. Come to the office to check out a student. Please be prepared to present photo identification upon request. No student will be released to an unknown or unauthorized person.
Late Pick-Up
Students waiting to be picked up will be supervised until 3:30. After 3:30 they may be sent to the After School Program if they are pre-registered. Regular after school charges will apply. Many parents sign up for the program so their children can attend in case of emergency.
All students are expected to be in uniform. Fridays "Spirit Days" are the only days students should be out of uniform, on these days, students are still expected to wear Marietta/Park Street gear and be weather and school appropriate. *Reminder that all students should be wearing tennis shoes every day.*