First Grade Newsletter
January 18, 2024
Learning Targets for the week of 1/22-1/26
- I can ask myself “Does this make sense” or “What’s happening and why?” or “What does that mean?” to get back on track.
- I can make sure I understand what I read and stop when it does not make sense.
- I can show what I know.
Writing:
- I can back up my opinion when I disagree with someone.
- I can judge my collection for a last place prize.
Phonics:
- I can learn the sight words been, down, house, and them.
- I can use a chart to remember the sound vowel teams usually make to help me read and write tough words.
- I can write my spelling words using everything I know.
Math:
- I can use the hour hand on an analog clock to tell time to the hour.
- I can use the hour hand on an analog clock to tell time to the hour.
Science/Social Studies:
- I can explain how physical characteristics of a place impact a person’s way of living.
Spelling Test on Friday over 3rd 9 Weeks, List 1
Spelling Words:
not
note
kit
kite
make
Challenge Words:
polite
wrote
Ways to Practice:
jump & spell
chant or sing & spell
bounce ball & spell
say each sound slowly and write the sounds you hear
using a finger, say & write words on carpet, in salt, etc.
generate additional words following word patterns:
CVC (consonant, vowel, consonant)
CVCe (consonant, vowel, consonant, e)
Note: Some high frequency words will be included on multiple spelling lists throughout the year to build automaticity in writing.
Coming Soon!...CogAT Testing For all First Graders
On the mornings of Thursday, January 18 and Friday, January 19 Smith First Graders will take the Cognitive Abilities Test (CogAT). This is a standardized test that measures a student’s ability to think and solve verbal, quantitative, and nonverbal problems. Each testing period will last approximately 1 1/2 hours. Please try to plan any doctor/dental appointments in the afternoon on these days. Results from the testing will be reported to parents. You can help your child prepare by making sure s/he gets plenty of sleep the night before testing and eat a good breakfast in the morning.
Cultural Connection Survey
Dear Parents,
Help us celebrate diversity! Complete our quick multicultural survey to ensure all cultures are represented at Smith Elementary. Your insights matter in making every child feel seen and included. Join us in building a community that embraces the richness of every background.
Thank so much,
~Isoke
As the weather transitions to cooler temperatures, it's important to ensure that your children are prepared for the change. Please remember to label their coats, hats, mittens, and other winter gear. By doing so, lost items are much easier to identify and return to their rightful owners. This simple step can save time and prevent unnecessary stress for both students and parents. Thank you for your attention to this matter!
SNACK TIME
Please pack your child's snack separate from your child's lunch, preferably in the front pocket of their backpack).
Examples of snacks encouraged are: fruits, vegetables, crackers, fruit snacks, etc.
Examples of snacks discouraged are: cookies, chips, candy, foods containing nuts, and anything that requires a spoon or fork.
SHOES
Please work with your child so they are learning to tie their own shoes.
If your child cannot tie their own shoes, double tie your child’s shoes or send them with shoes that do not have laces.
Your child will need to wear tennis shoes for P.E. and Health days(please reference the First Grade Specials Schedule).
Smith Elementary First Grade Team
Website: https://sites.google.com/friscoisd.org/smith1st/home
Location: 9800 Sean Drive Frisco, TX 75035
Phone: 469.633.2200
