Wednesday 31 January 2018

IMPORTANT NOTICE

Hi All,

Due to a program error I have had to reset my Parent/Teacher meeting sign up page.

Please log back in to the link below and sign up for a time of your choosing again.  Times now start at 2.30pm.

www.SignUpGenius.com/go/60B094DAFA829A7F94-parent1

I apologies in advance for any inconvenience caused. 

Thank you,

Rachel

Monday 29 January 2018

Parent / Teacher Meetings

Dear parents,

Parent teacher meetings are taking place during the week of the 5th of February. My parent teacher meetings will be held on the 6th to the 8th, Tuesday to Thursday.

To schedule the Parent-Teacher Meetings this year I am using signupgenius.com. This website creates a list of the time-slots available for you to choose from. To access this list follow the link: 
www.SignUpGenius.com/go/60B094DAFA829A7F94-parent1 

Once you enter the link you will be able to see a list of the dates and times that are available for a meeting. You can then choose a time-slot that suits you by selecting the red box that says “Sign Up”. At the bottom of the page you then click “Submit” and it will prompt you to add your name. Once you add your name click “Sign up now” and you will secure that time-slot. Please use your child’s name when filling in the name box.

If anyone has any difficulties accessing this website please let me know. If the times that are shown do not suit you send me an email and I will do my best to accommodate you at an alternative time.

Thanks,
Rachel

Obair Bhaile 29/01/-02/01

Hi All,


Reading homework: Every Monday the children will pick a new book for the week. A reading log sheet has been sent home with the book. Please listen to your child read for around 5mins every night. Sign the log after each session and write in the page you have stopped on as a reminder. After the 5mins of reading ask your child some questions based on what they have just read. If you child had difficulty reading some of the words, reread the book with your child every night.


Spellings:
Sound of the week: Magic e with the vowel 'o'  o_e

snap
bone
nose
home
globe
live
give
tadpole
hope
note


Extra words:


remote
explode
rose

Monday:
Spellings
Tables +7
English - phonics
Maths - Ten and Units

Tuesday:
Spellings
Tables +7
English - Phonics
Maths - Ten and Units

Wednesday:
Spellings
Tables +7
English - Grammar - The doubling rule
Maths - Tens and Units


Thursday:
Spellings
Tables +7
English - Comprehension 
Maths - Ten and Units

Tuesday 23 January 2018

International week

Hi All,

As you know the school are celebrating International week this week! We are having a great week! So far we have had a guest speaker in teaching us about some Spanish street games and an African drum lesson!

Tomorrow every class is dressing up in the colours of their chosen country. Our country is Russia so our colours are White, Blue and Red. If your child has any clothing that has these colours on them already encourage them to wear them in tomorrow.  The prize is a fantastic fun day for the children so an effort is appreciated. Please so not go out and buy anything just use clothing or items you already have.

There is also an art competition running in the school based on the theme of

'Live Together, Learn Together'

Entries can be drawings, photos, sculptures, cartoons, animations and films. The deadline is 25th January. Entries can be handed into me, the office or emailed to belmayneetviv@gmail.com 

Obair bhaile 22/01-26/01

Hi All,


Reading homework: Every Monday the children will pick a new book for the week. A reading log sheet has been sent home with the book. Please listen to your child read for around 5mins every night. Sign the log after each session and write in the page you have stopped on as a reminder. After the 5mins of reading ask your child some questions based on what they have just read.


Spellings:
Sound of the week: Magic e with the vowel 'i'  i_e

smell
bike
time
smile
prize
slide
line
like
have
kite

Extra words:
spine
twine
arrive

Monday:
Spellings
Tables +6
English - phonics
Maths - 100square

Tuesday:
Spellings
Tables +6
English - Grammar  Past tenseVerbs
Maths - 100square

Wednesday:
Spellings
Tables +6
English - Phonics
Maths - 100 square



Thursday:
Spellings
Tables +6
English - Comprehension 
Maths - 100square

Monday 15 January 2018

15/01-19/01

Hi All,

Homework will continue in the same format as term 1. The children have the week to complete their booklets and the booklets will be collected on Friday.

Reading homework: Every Monday the children will pick a new book for the week. A reading log sheet has been sent home with the book. Please listen to your child read for around 5mins every night. Sign the log after each session and write in the page you have stopped on as a reminder. After the 5mins of reading ask your child some questions based on what they have just read.

In class we are starting a new reading program called PALS. PALS stands for Peer Assisted Learning Strategies. Each child will begin on the class reader 'The New Suit' and will read the book in pairs and act as a 'coach for each other.

International week: For international week which is taking place next week the class are learning about the country of Russia. In class we are completing a mini project on Russia, but I would encourage parents to try to start a discussion about Russia with your child and to look up for fascinating facts on Russia with your child.  

https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/countries/russia/#russia-st-basils.jpg

Spellings:
Sound of the week: Magic e with the vowel 'a'  a_e

ran
hat
came
grape
name
cake
old
only
pavement
ate

Extra words:
made
plate
shade

Monday:
Spellings
Tables +5
English - phonics
Maths - Tens and units

Tuesday:
Spellings
Tables +5
English - Grammar Verbs
Maths - Tens and units

Wednesday:
Spellings
Tables +5
English - Phonics
Maths - Time: o'clock

Thursday:
Spellings
Tables +5
English - Comprehension 
Maths - Time: half past



International week


Monday 8 January 2018

Welcome Back! Homework

Hi all,

First of all I just want to say a very big thank you for all the lovely cards and gifts before Christmas, it was very kind. I hope you all had a wonderful break!

To ease everyone back in this week the children will just get one sheet of homework per night:

Tonight- Monday: Spellings Sheet

Tuesday: +4 tables sheet

Wednesday: Maths: Tens and Units Sheet

Thursday: Sentences

Homework will revert back to being given out weekly next week, along with new readers.


Wishing you all a fantastic 2018, full of happiness and good health.

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to email me.

Thanks,

Rachel