It has been such an exciting week in our classroom! The students have been full of energy, creativity, and enthusiasm, and I am so proud of all their hard work. We also have some important updates and reminders as we head into November, so keep reading to stay in the loop.
Parent-Teacher Conferences: Celebrating Progress and Partnership
I am so thankful for the opportunity to connect with the majority of families during the Fall parent-teacher conferences. I truly appreciate you taking the time to meet with me and discuss your child’s growth and progress in the classroom. It is such a privilege to come together as partners, always keeping your child’s best interests at heart. My goal is to support them, challenge them, and encourage them to reach the incredible potential I know they have. I often tell the class that I push them to always show their best because I care about their growth and success. Thank you for being partners in this journey. Working together in this way makes such a meaningful difference in your child’s learning and development.
A Day to Remember: Our Saints Come to Life!
What an incredible day we had celebrating our Saints Presentations! I could not be prouder of our class. Every single student did a fantastic job. Their confidence, creativity, and heart came through so beautifully in their presentations. I had so many people come up to me throughout the day to say how impressed they were and I couldn’t agree more!
It was such a joy to see the students step into the roles of their saints, sharing what they had learned with so much enthusiasm. Thank you to all the families who were able to join us. Your presence meant so much to your children and their classmates. Having you there truly made the day feel extra special.
The fun isn’t quite over! On Monday afternoon, our students will be dressing up again to display their boards and share about their saints with the rest of the school. Many decided to leave their costumes in their lockers so they’ll be ready for round two.
A huge thank you to Mr. Sawicki and Mrs. Pietrek for all their help in the final hours before the big day. We couldn’t have done it without you!
Halloween Highlights
Another big thank you to Mrs. Pietrek and Mrs. Boltz for signing up and bringing such fun treats and a great game for our class celebration. I am truly grateful for the many supportive parents who help make our classroom such a warm and joyful community. Your involvement means so much to me and to the students. You are always welcome to be part of our classroom (just make sure to be VIRTUS trained!).
Check out our Google Drive folder, where you’ll find more pictures from both the Saints Presentations and our Halloween party. https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/1MHj-BufEH9zadUZNoKbg3fonE76iA6Y3 If you took a video of your child’s presentation and would like to share it, please reach out — I can provide access so you can upload it to our shared folder.
Days like this remind me just how special our classroom community is.
Zombie Geography Project: Putting Knowledge to the Test!
Our class has been having so much fun with the Zombie Geography Project! It has been incredible hearing students apply their prior knowledge from social studies and science as they analyze over 20 different maps of our country. They have explored maps of agricultural land potential, growing seasons, elevation, natural resources, climate, population density, and even natural disaster risks. Their discussions and critical thinking have been amazing to witness, and I am once again impressed by how thoughtfully they apply what they have learned.
Ask your child about the project.. if they haven’t shared already!
5th Grade Leads School Mass – Friday, 11/7
Our 5th graders are excited to lead the school Mass on Friday, November 7! You can expect your child to bring home their parts on Monday. Please take a few moments to help them practice at home so they feel confident and prepared for this special opportunity.
As we wrap up another exciting week in our classroom, I am reminded of how lucky we are to have such a supportive and engaged community. From thoughtful conversations during parent-teacher conferences to the energy and creativity our students bring every day, it has been a joy to watch them grow, learn, and shine. Thank you for partnering with me, encouraging your children, and celebrating their successes along the way. I am looking forward to a wonderful November full of learning, growth, and even more memorable moments together!
~Mrs. A
Coming Up:
11/3- Saint Board Presentation for School & BOLT Awards
11/4- Spirit Wear Dress Day
11/5- SAC Dress Down
11/6- Liam’s Birthday Dress Down
11/7- Packer Dress Down, 5th Grade Leads School Mass, & Altar Server Training!
