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K1—Mrs. Hurst
WEEK of 1/29 – 2/2
January 28, 2024 10:00 am By
Good afternoon,
Our focus for the week of 01/29– 02/02:
Reading: “Farfallina and Marcel” – high frequency words (see, look, with, for) , Beginning sound Ff , verbs, plot, characters.
Phonics: Short vowel o.
Writing: Writing sentences, Writing numbers 1-31.
Math: Numbers 21 – 31.
Religion: Jesus Helps Us
Social Studies: Groundhog Day,
REMINDERS:
Monday 1/29– Community helpers
Tuesday 1/31 – Catholic School Mass 9a.m. Kindergarten will attend. Special guest reader
Wednesday 2/01 – Disney Day – wear Disney attire (a disney shirt is fine). Disney themed activities.
Thursday 2/02 – Student Appreciation Day. Wear your favorite color. K-1 will do a special activity with their 7th grade buddies.
Friday 2/03 – TEACHER APPRECIATION DAY! Sport Day – wear your favorite jersey, t-shirt or sweatshirt.
FRIDAY 2/03 – EARLY DISMISSAL 11;55 AFTERCARE IS NOT AVAILABLE!
Blessings,
Mrs. Hurst
REMINDERS
January 23, 2024 7:01 pm By
REMINDERS:
St. Jude Math-a-thon (1/22-2/05) Thank you to those who have participated or contributed.
Thursday 1/25 – Picture retakes and absentees. Original pictures must be returned for retakes. Kindergarten graduation photos will be taken in March.
Mercy House Donations Kindergarten (baby wipes/diapers). We will be collecting items from Wednesday 1/24 – Wednesday 1/31.
Please continue to review address, telephone number and birthday with your child.
Thank you
WEEK of 1/15 – 1/19
January 14, 2024 9:08 am By
Good morning,
Our focus for the week of 01/15– 01/19:
Reading: “Little Quack” – high frequency words (she, with, me, little), Beginning sound Rr, verbs, adjectives, plot, real/fantasy.
Phonics: Review beginning sounds. Short i, high frequency words (a,be, can, I, of, from, said, are)
Writing: Writing sentences, Writing numbers 11-20.
Math: Identify, write, compare and order numbers 11 and 12.
Religion: Jesus lived in a family.
Social Studies: Winter
Science: Polar animals
REMINDERS:
Monday 01/15 – MLK DAY NO SCHOOL
Enjoy the extended weekend,
Blessings,
Mrs. Hurst
REMINDERS
January 11, 2024 5:42 pm By
REMINDER:
Tomorrow 1/12 school closed – Tricky Tray. Monday 1/15 school closed Martin Luther King Day.
Snowflake project was due today. Please send in Tuesday 1/15 those who have not.
Enjoy the extended weekend.
Mrs. Hursrt
WEEK of 1/08- 1/12
January 7, 2024 10:19 am By
Good morning,
Our focus for the week of 01/08– 01/12:
Reading: “Little Panda” – high frequency words (she, with, me, we, of, from), Beginning/ending sound Nn, verbs, adjectives, compare/contrast.
Phonics: Beginning sounds review, short a
Writing: Writing sentences, Writing numbers 0-10.
Math: Ordinal number first-tenth,
Religion: Kindness
Social Studies: MLK
Science: Penguins
REMINDERS:
Friday 01/12 – NO SCHOOL Tricky Tray 6p.m.
Monday 01/15 – MLK DAY NO SCHOOL
Blessings,
Mrs. Hurst
REMINDER
January 4, 2024 5:51 pm By
REMINDER:
Tomorrow Early dismissal 11:55am AFTERCARE IS AVAILABLE. Tag Day $1.00. Snack only unless your child attending aftercare.
Thank you
WEEK of 1/1 -1/5/24
January 1, 2024 10:59 am By
Welcome to 2024,
Happy New Year everyone. Hoping everyone had a wonderful holiday with family and friends surrounding you. Thank you all so very much for the beautiful and generous Christmas gifts. We are truly blessed to have such wonderful students and families. Thank you to our class moms who made a lovely Christmas party possible for our students. They had an amazing day.
With that said it’s time to start a new year and some new learning.
Our focus for the week of 01/01– 01/05:
Reading: “Jack and the Beanstalk” – high frequency words (he, for, it, be, is, me, the) , Beginning/middle sound Ii, adjectives, sequence, real/fantasy.
Phonics: Review beginning sounds, short a.
Writing: Writing sentences, Writing numbers 0-10
Math: Numbers 1-10, number line, number patterns
Religion: The Epiphany/ Three Kings Day.
Social Studies: Antarctica, Season of Winter
Science: Penguins
REMINDERS:
Tuesday 01/02– SCHOOL REOPENS
Friday 01/05 – Early dismissal 11:55am AFTERCARE IS AVAILABLE. Tag Day $1.00
Blessings,
Happy New Year!
Mrs. Hurst
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A MERRY CHRISTMAS THANK YOU!
December 22, 2023 9:10 am By
Dear Families,
I would like to express my gratitude for the incredibly thoughtful Christmas gifts you gave me. Your kindness has truly touched my heart, and I feel incredibly fortunate to have such thoughtful students and parents.
The gifts were not only beautiful but also reflective of the warmth and generosity that characterizes our amazing class community. Your gestures have made this holiday season even more special for me, and I am sincerely grateful for your kindness.
Wishing you and your families a joyous holiday season filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments. May the new year bring you good health and happiness.
Enjoy the holiday break with friends and family. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Blessings,
Mrs. Hurst
REMINDER
December 20, 2023 8:08 pm By
Tomorrow PJ movie day cookies and milk. Early dismissal 11:55am, NO AFTERCARE. Wear pjs, no slippers. Students do not need a snack. Cookies and milk with a birthday treat will be served. Only send in a snack if your child does not eat snacks provided. Please send in their water bottles.
CHRISTMAS VACATION FRIDAY DECEMBER 22nd – JANUARY 1st.
SCHOOL REOPENS TUESDAY JANUARY 2nd.
REMINDER
December 19, 2023 6:21 pm By
REMINDER
Tomorrow K-1 Christmas Party, students only. Ugly christmas sweater day, if not wearing one wear uniform. Pizza will be served. Class moms are providing other snacks and treats. The children will have a snack at the 10:30 lunchtime. Please send in a small snack.
Thursday 12/21 – PJ movie day cookies and milk. Early dismissal 11:55am, NO AFTERCARE. Wear pjs, no slippers.
Thank you
REMINDER
December 18, 2023 8:12 pm By
REMINDER
Tomorrow Santa visits Small Blessings, students only. Dress for santa pictures, no uniforms.
WEEK of 12/18 – 12/22
December 17, 2023 9:44 am By
Good morning,
Our focus for the week of 12/18– 12/22:
Reading: Christmas stories
Phonics: Holiday phonics theme
Writing: Christmas writing
Math: Christmas math
Religion: Advent Week 3 Joy. This candle reminds us of the joy that the world experienced at the birth of Jesus.
Reminders:
Monday 12/18 – Mr. Puzio and the 7th grade will joining us in making a Christmas craft.
Tuesday 12/19 – 9a.m. Santa visits Small Blessings, students only. Dress for santa pictures, no uniforms.
Wednesday 12/20 – K-1 Christmas Party, students only. Ugly christmas sweater day, no uniform. Pizza will be served. Class moms are providing other snacks and treats.
Thursday 12/21 – PJ movie day cookies and milk. Early dismissal 11:55am, NO AFTERCARE. Wear pjs, no slippers.
CHRISTMAS VACATION FRIDAY DECEMBER 22nd – JANUARY 1st.
SCHOOL REOPENS TUESDAY JANUARY 2nd.
Happy Sunday!
Mrs. Hurst
WEEK of 12/11 – 12/15
December 10, 2023 9:17 am By
Good morning,
Our focus for the week of 12/11– 12/15:
Reading: “A Bed For Winter” – sight words (he, for, white, pink) , beginning/middle sound Ii, sequence, classify.
Phonics: Beginning sounds Yy, Zz.
Writing: Write sentences
Math: Numbers 1-10
Religion: Advent Week 2 Peace. This candle reminds us that the angels declared “peace on earth” at the birth of Jesus.
Social Studies: Children will identify ways to travel over the holidays.
Science: What animals need to survive.
Reminders:
Monday 12/11 – K-1 visits Santa Shoppe. Please fill out form sent home with shopping list and place money in envelope with child’s name on it.
Tuesday 12/19 – 9a.m. Santa visits Small Blessings, students only. Dress for santa pictures, no uniforms.
Wednesday 12/20 – K-1 Christmas Party, students only. Ugly christmas sweater day, no uniform.
Thursday 12/21 – PJ movie day cookies and milk. Early dismissal 11:55am, NO AFTERCARE. Wear pjs, no slippers.
Happy Sunday!
Mrs. Hurst
WEEK of 12/04 – 12/08
December 3, 2023 10:09 am By
Good morning,
Our focus for the week of 12/204– 12/08:
Reading: “A Bed For Winter” – high frequency words (he, for, and) , beginning/middle sound Ii, sequence, classify.
Phonics: Beginning sounds Jj, Yy.
Writing: Writing sentences
Math: Identify and write number 0-5
Religion: Saint Nicholas, Advent Week 1 Hope. This candle reminds us of how close and how far away Christmas is and about getting ready for the coming of our Savior.
Social Studies: Needs and Wants
Science: Hibernation
Reminders:
Thursday 12/7 – Small Blessings Christmas Show 9:30a.m. Families invited.
Tuesday 12/19 – 9a.m. Santa visits Small Blessings, students only.
Wednesday 12/20 – K-1 Christmas Party, students only.
Thursday 12/21 – PJ movie day cookies and milk. Early dismissal 11:55am, NO AFTERCARE.
Happy Sunday!
Mrs. Hurst
WEEK of 11/27 – 12/01
November 26, 2023 8:58 am By
Good morning,
Hoping everyone had a very Happy Thanksgiving with family and friends! Thank you to everyone that contributed to our wonderful “Friendsgiving”. The children really enjoyed and had an amazing time!
Our focus for the week of 11/27 – 12/01:
Reading: “Bear Snores on” – high frequency words (we, my, like, to) , beginning sound Cc, adjectives, real/fantasy.
Phonics: Kk, Ww .
Writing: Write sentences
Math: Number 1-10
Religion: Advent Week 1
Social Studies:
Science: Hibernation
Reminders:
Friday 12/1 – Early dismissal 11:55 am aftercare is available. Tag day $1.00.
Thursday 12/7 – Small Blessings Christmas Show 9:30a.m.
Tuesday 12/19 – Pictures with Santa
Wednesday 12/20 – K-1 Christmas Party
Thursday 12/21– PJ movie day cookies and milk. Early dismissal 11:55am, NO AFTERCARE.
Happy Sunday!
Mrs. Hurst
Wednesday 11/22/23
November 21, 2023 7:28 pm By
Tomorrow is our Friendsgiving party for students only. Please drop off anything for our feast in the morning if you volunteered. Do not worry if you did not volunteer a treat. There will be other opportunities during the year to do so. Reminder, it is a dress down tomorrow no uniforms. Early dismissal at 11:55 and aftercare is available. If your child is attending aftercare please pack a lunch
Thanksgiving blessings to all. Enjoy your time with family and friends.
Mrs. Hurst
Week of 11/20 – 11/24/23
November 19, 2023 9:54 am By
Our focus for the week of 11/20 – 11/24:
Reading: Thanksgiving stories
Phonics: Beginning sound Ll.
Writing: Thanksgiving themed writing.
Math: Position Words Review.
Religion: Thank you God!
Social Studies: The First Thanksgiving
Science:
Reminders:
Wednesday 11/22 – Small Blessings Friendsgiving / Early Dismissal 11:55 aftercare is available.
Thursday 11/23 – Friday 11/24 – School closed Thanksgiving Break.
Happy Sunday!
Mrs. Hurst
WEEK of 11/13 – 11/17
November 12, 2023 8:57 am By
Good morning everyone,
Our focus for the week of 11/13:
Reading: “Animal Babies in the Grasslands” – sight words (we, my, like) , beginning/ending sound Pp, adjectives, main idea.
Phonics: Beginning sounds Ee,Vv.
Writing: Write sentences.
Math: Positions – in front,behind, left,right, before,between,after.
Religion: Joseph Says Yes to God..
Social Studies: Native American Heritage/ Traditions
Science: Grassland animals
Reminders:
Thanksgiving Food Drive 11/13 – 11/17 – K-1 has been assigned granola bars/raisins.
Wednesday 11/22 – Friendsgiving Celebration, early dismissal 11:55am aftercare is open.
Happy Sunday!
Mrs. Hurst
Reminders
November 6, 2023 8:07 pm By
Tomorrow Class group photos, students wear winter uniform.
K-1 (Pastabilities) Tricky Tray Basket Donations due by Thursday 11/9.
WEEK of 11/06 – 11/10
November 5, 2023 10:38 am By
Good morning everyone,
Our focus for the week of 11/06:
Reading: “Nature Spy” – high frequency (have, is, I, a, see, the) , beginning/ending sound Ss, proper nouns, setting, sequence.
Phonics: Beginning sounds Hh,Dd.
Writing: Write sentences.
Math: Positions – above,below/ top, middle, bottom/ over, on, under/ inside, outside.
Religion: Mary Says Yes to God.
Social Studies: Veterans Day
Reminders:
11/7 – Tuesday – Class Pictures, students wear school uniform.
11/8 – Wednesday – Individual Pictures, students may wear their own clothing or school uniform.
Turkey projects due Monday 11/6
K-1 (Pastabilities) Tricky Tray Basket Donations due by 11/9.
Happy Sunday!
Mrs. Hurst
Friday 11/3
November 2, 2023 6:07 pm By
Tomorrow early dismissal 11:55a.m. aftercare is available. Tag Day $1.00 students may dress down (their own clothing).
Turkey projects due.
REMINDER
November 1, 2023 8:22 pm By
Tomorrow 11/2 students are to wear the gym uniform to school.
Friday 11/3 Early dismissal 11:55a.m. aftercare is available. Tag Day $1.00 students may dress down.
Turkey project due Friday.
Thank you
TUESDAY 10/31
October 30, 2023 6:04 pm By
Reminders:
Tomorrow Halloween Parade 9:00 am back parking lot followed by Halloween Party after lunch. Families are invited to view parade. Students wear costumes, no uniforms. Masks may only be worn during parade and no weapons of any kind allowed. Please make sure your child is able to use the bathroom with their costume.
We are looking forward to a day of fun, fun fun!
Thank you,
Mrs. Hurst
WEEK of 10/30 – 11/03
October 29, 2023 8:40 am By
Good morning everyone,
Our focus for the week of 10/30:
Reading: “Flowers” – high frequency words (have, is, little, am, I) , beginning and middle sound Aa, compare/contrast, nouns, label, classify.
Phonics: Beginning sounds Gg, Oo.
Writing: Write sentences
Math: Patterns
Religion: All Saints Day, Special Days and Seasons.
Social Studies: Seasons
Science: Pumpkin fun!!
11/3 – Turkey Project Due
Reminders:
10/31 – Tuesday – Halloween Parade 9:00 am back parking lot followed by Halloween Party . Students wear costumes, no uniforms.
11/3 – Friday – Early dismissal 11:55a.m. aftercare is available. Students need just a snack unless attending aftercare.
11/3 – Friday – Tag Day $1 dress down.
11/3 – Friday – Turkey Project Due
11/7 – Tuesday – Class Pictures, students wear school uniform.
11/8 – Wednesday – Individual Pictures, students may wear their own clothing or school uniform.
K-1 (Pastabilities) Tricky Tray Basket Donations due 11/9.
Remember to check Thursday folder for information.
Happy Sunday!
Mrs. Hurst
Some Reminders
October 26, 2023 6:33 pm By
Good evening,
Some reminders for our field trip tomorrow to Demarest Farms:
. Students arrive at school at the regular time and report to the gym as usual.
. Wear the gym uniform (sweatpants, tee shirt , sweatshirt)
. Lunch in a brown bag with your child’s name on it. No reusable bottles or containers.
. Reusable shopping bag for transporting pumpkins home.
. NO BACKPACKS, LUNCH BOXES or FOLDERS. Homework will be returned on Monday.
. ALL STUDENTS MUST RIDE TO AND FROM ON THE BUS!
. CHAPERONES must provide their own transportation. You may follow the bus or meet us there. Buses are expected to leave Sacred Heart between 8:45-9:a.m.
. SIBLINGS are not permitted on the class trip with chaperones.
. ALL CHAPERONES MUST HAVE PROTECTING GOD’S CHILDREN!
. Please reinforce with your child good behavior on our trip. We are representing Sacred Heart School.
We are looking forward to a fabulous day with beautiful sunshine!
Get a good night’s sleep.
See everyone tomorrow,
Mrs. Hurst
WEEK of 10/23 – 10/27
October 22, 2023 8:57 am By
Good morning everyone,
Our focus for the week of 10/23:
Reading: “Dig, Dig, Digging” – sight words (to, a, little, am, the), beginning/ending sound Tt, classify, setting, nouns,
Phonics: Beginning sounds (Bb,Uu).
Math: Geometry 2D/3D shapes review/ Patterns.
Religion: Special Days and Seasons.
Social Studies: Seasons
Science: Investigating pumpkins
Reminders:
Read-a-thon – Please continue to support our read-a-thon currently underway till Monday 10/23. This is a great way to earn participation points. A participation point is earned for every $100 raised. Thank you to those who have already supported our class and our school. Please continue reading with your child it is so very important. Thank you!
Friday 10/27 – Demarest Farms Field Trip
Tuesday 10/31 – Halloween Parade 9a.m. Small Blessings – PreK – K (letter going home this week).
K-1 (Pastabilities) Tricky Tray Basket Donations due by 11/9.
Remember to check Thursday folder for information.
Happy Sunday!
Mrs. Hurst
WEEK of 10/16 – 10/20
October 15, 2023 10:46 am By
Good morning everyone,
Our focus for the week of 10/16:
Reading: “Smash Crash” – high frequency words (to, a, I, am, little, the, is, see) , sequence, nouns, characters.
Phonics: Beginning sounds (Ff, Cc)
Math: Geometry 2D/3D shapes ( moving shapes, plane figures, triangle, square, rectangle, circle).
Religion: God Promises a Savior.
Social Studies: Nocturnal animals
Science: Investigating pumpkins
REMINDERS:
NO SCHOOL WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 18TH. SCHOOL CLOSED FOR THE FUNERAL. PLEASE REFER TO MRS. DUROCHER’S EMAIL REGARDING. PICTURE DAYS HAVE BEEN MOVED TO NOVEMBER 7TH AND 8TH.
Monday 10/16 – Winter uniform begins.
Winter uniform for all boys is the white shirt with the gray vest 0r sweater, black pants and black shoes.
Girls in grades K – 2 wear the plaid jumper, white blouse and black shoes no boots!
Tuesday 10/17 – K-1 attends Book Fair. Please place money in an envelope with students name.
Friday 10/20 – Field Trip money due by today.
Read-a-thon – Please continue to support our read-a-thon currently underway. This is a great way to earn participation points. A participation point is earned for every $100 raised. Thank you to those who have already supported our class and our school. Please continue reading with your child it is so very important. Thank you!
Remember to check Thursday folder for information.
Enjoy this beautiful autumn day!
Mrs. Hurst
REMINDERS!!!
October 12, 2023 7:44 pm By
REMINDERS:
Next week beginning October 16th ALL STUDENTS K-8 MUST WEAR THE WINTER UNIFORM.
Winter uniform for all boys is the white shirt with the gray vest 0r sweater, black pants and black shoes.
Girls in grades K – 2 wear the plaid jumper, white blouse and black shoes no boots!
Tuesday 10/17– K-1 attends Scholastic Book fair. Please send money in an envelope with your child’s name.
Wednesday 10/18 – Class Group Pictures – students wear winter uniform. Please see above. DO NOT WEAR GYM UNIFORMS ON GROUP PICTURE DAY.
Thursday 10/19 – Individual pictures – Students may wear their own clothing or school uniform.
Read-a-thon is on. Please continue to support reading with your child.
Thank you,
Mrs. Hurst
WEEK of 10/09- 10/13
October 8, 2023 10:04 am By
Good morning everyone,
Our focus for the week of 10/09:
Reading: “Miss Bindergarten Takes a Field Trip with Kindergarten” – high frequency words (is, the, little, blue, yellow) Letters (Tt-Zz), classify, setting, characters.
Phonics: Beginning sounds (Ii, Rr)
Math: Geometry 2D/3D shapes (cylinder, cone, sphere, cube, rectangular prism).
Religion: Adam and Eve.
Social Studies: Fire Prevention
Science: Pumpkins/ Pumpkin life cycle
REMINDERS:
MONDAY 10/09 – Columbus Day school closed.
Monday 10/09 – Read-a-thon begins Please sign up if you have not done so already. Thank you to those who have already signed up and contributed. Encouraging all to read!
Tuesday 10/10 – Fire Truck visits Small Blessings.
Tuesday 10/10 – Stationary Fundraiser due
Monday 10/16 – K-1 attends Scholastic Book fair
Wednesday 10/18 – Class Group Pictures – students wear winter uniform.
Thursday 10/19 – Individual pictures – Students may wear their own clothing or school uniform.
Friday 10/20– Demarest Farms class trip money due.
Remember to check Thursday folder for information.
Enjoy the extended weekend,
Mrs. Hurst
