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• March Newsletter

  3K2 – 104A

  Mr. Jackie, Ms. Erika, and Ms. Esther

   

   

  For roughly the month of March, the children and their teachers will be exploring and studying the following unit – “Buildings.”

   

  Investigation 1: What do buildings in our neighborhood and in other places look like?

   

  The children will begin their investigation by discussing and sharing what they already know about buildings. This will help gauge how our study will progress and what knowledge we are all bringing and working with. The children and their teachers will also take this time to develop any specific questions they have about buildings. During the first part of the investigation, the children will heavily focus on the buildings in their immediate community/neighborhood.

   

  Investigation 2: Who builds buildings? What tools do they use?

  The children will look at and investigate the different individuals that contribute to creating a building. For example, the children may learn about carpenters, contractors, construction workers, electricians, plumbers, etc. During this time, the children will also learn about a few different tools that are often used when creating buildings.

  Investigation 3: What are buildings made of?

  o The children will have an opportunity to explore and look at different materials that are commonly used in buildings. For example, samples of brick, concrete, sand, stones, wood, etc. may be brought in for the children to investigate. Although the children may not actually use these materials to create a building, they may work with air dry clay (that does get hard like brick) to create their own buildings.

  Investigation 4: What is special about our building?

  o The children will spend some time discussing and investigating what makes our building unique/special. The children may have the opportunity to take a walk around parts of the building they may not have seen before or even knew existed. The teachers and other staff may share stories about the building itself and talk briefly about its history.

  Investigation 5: What happens inside buildings?

  o The children and their teachers will end the unit by exploring and thinking about what purposes different buildings and/or even what specific parts of a building may be used for (e.g., game room, laundry room, home gym, rooftop garden, etc.). During this time, the children may also begin to design and work on a building for our “Dramatic Play Center.”

   

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• MARCH 3K102A NEWSLETTER

   

  Happy March and welcome Spring from Ms. Cristino, Miss Karol and Mrs. Nath!

   

   

  WHAT WE ARE LEARNING:

  We are working on our unit “ Buildings.“ Children often ask questions about buildings. They want to know how high buildings are, what theyre made of and how strong they are. They also ask many questions about the way they look. Their ongoing interest in buildings helps us realize that buildings make a good study topic. As we study buildings, we will learn concepts and skills in language and literacy, math, science, social studies, the arts and technology. We will also be developing thinking skills to observe, investigate, ask questions, solve problems, make predictions and test our ideas.

   

   

  REMINDERS:

  Arrival time is between 7:45 and 8am in the annex. Students who arrive after 8:15 will be marked late.

  Dismissal time is promptly at 2:00. Any student not picked up by 2:20 will be walked to the main building gym.

  Please pack a water sippy cup and snack for your child, daily. We cannot store food in the classroom.

   

   

  IMPORTANT DATES:

  3/2- Dr. Suess’ Birthday!

  3/7- No school. Parent Teacher Conferences

  3/17 St. Patrick’s Day- Wear green!

  3/18-Wacky hat day!

  3/19- Sports Day

  3/20-Dress to Impress

  3/21- Pajama day

  3/26 Happy Birthday Noah!

  3/31 No school- Eid

  Pre-K Newslette

• February

   

  What We Are Learning..

  Your children will continue learning about buildings. We will then begin our unit on exercise. Your children will begin to explore different kinds of exercises, how our bodies work when we exercise, what our bodies need in order to move and exercise, and how people stay safe when they exercise. Moving makes children feel capable, confident, releases tension and builds strong bodies and minds. We encourage you to practice different exercises at home with your child, and point out when you notice people in your community exercising.

   

  Reminders

  • Please be sure to send a healthy snack and a reusable bottle of water each day.

  • Blankets will be sent home for cleaning. Please be sure your child returns with a clean blanket the following week.

   

  Important Dates

  Dance Begins- February 5th

  Harlem Magic Masters Performance- February 10th

  Valentine’s Day Celebration- February 14th

  Mid- Winter Break (No School)- February 17th- February 21st

  100th Day of School- February 25th

  Picture Day- February 26th

  Zuzu Acrobats Performance- February 26th

   

  Birthdays

  Harry (Class 203A)- February 20th

  Justin (Class 101A)- February 24th

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MARCH KINDERGARTEN NEWSLETTER

This month the Kindergarten HMH Unit teaches children to focus, explore and look closely at what they read, and at the world around us. We will be reading and learning about animals, insects, and using our five senses to describe and write stories. Our RGR and Heggerty Phonics program continue to help the children learn how to sound out words. We are learning diagraphs such as ch, sh, and th. We continue learning blends, cvc words and heart words. In math, we are learning to count by 5s and 10s and beginning subtraction.

IMPORTANT DATES

March 6 NO SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS

PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES 1-3PM AND 4:30-7:30PM You will make an appointment with your child’s teacher.

MARCH 17-MARCH 26 SPIRIT WEEK: The Nature Company will come with animals to visit classes.

March 17th: WEAR GREEN for St. Patrick’s Day

March 18th: WACKY HAIR/HAT DAY

March 19th: SPORTS DAY

March 20th: DRESS TO IMPRESS

March 21st: PAJAMA DAY

March 20th: All Kindergarten Classes will go on a trip to California Pizza Kitchen to learn how to make pizza.

MARCH 31st: NO SCHOOL for Eid al Fitr

Thank you for continuing to help with homework, practice letters and sounds and read at home with your child.

J ~The Kindergarten Teachers

Ms. Kozlowsky/Mr. Lenneberg 2-211

Ms. Richman/Mr. Young 2-204

Mrs. Vozzolo/Mrs. Feller

Ms. Markov/Ms. Colon

MARCH 1st Grade Newsletter

Mrs.Villalta, Mrs.Frydel, Mrs.Scherr, Ms.Oro, and Mrs.Benenati

Dates to Remember:

· No school, March 7th for PTC and March31st, 2025.

Reminders:

· Please check your child’s folders every day.

· Please check homework every day.

· Arrival is in the gym at 8:00 am on Bleecker St.

· Dismissal is in the gym at 2:00pm on Bleecker St.

A peek at what we are learning:

MATH: Students will learn about place value. They will also learn to compare numbers higher than 10, using the greater than, less than, and equal to symbols.

Phonics: Students will continue to learn how to print upper & lower-case letters. Students learn about long vowels, the soft g sound, and contractions They will continue to practice using CVC words and creating sentences.

ELA: Module 7: The Big Outdoors

In this module, students will examine a variety of environments and

natural changes in the world. They also will grow to recognize the importance of recycling and protecting the land.

In writing, students will write a poem about things they like in nature.

Second Grade Newsletter

Ms. Garcia, Ms. Olivo, Ms. Ululati, Ms. Arias, Mrs. Saleh, and Mrs. McKenna are thrilled to share that the school year is off to a fantastic start! We’ve loved getting to know your children and can’t wait to continue learning and growing together in the months ahead.

What we are learning:

● HMH Into Reading: Students will be learning about the growth of plants and what they need to thrive.

● Math: In Unit 8, students will continue to learn about time and money.

● Writing: Students will write a procedural text about an activity that needs to be done in a set order.

Reminders:

● Please check your child's folder and homework daily.

● Arrival is at 8:00 a.m

● Dismissal is at 2:00 p.m

● There are spelling tests every Friday

Important dates:

● March 6th - NO SCHOOL - Parent Teacher Conferences

● March 17th - Please wear green for St. Patrick’s day

● March 18th - Wacky Hair/Hat Day

● March 19th - Sports Day - please wear jerseys, hats, etc.

● March 20th - Dress to Impress

● March 31st - NO SCHOOL

• Terrific Third Graders!

  March Newsletter 2025

   

  W.I.N- What I Need?

  W.I.N begins promptly at 8:15 every day. It is so important our children come in on time. This will help our students become better readers and writers.

  Reading

  Module 7: Make a Difference

  Essential Question: How can one person make a meaningful difference in their local or global community?

  Over the next three weeks, our class will build their knowledge about people who make their communities better and stronger, with a focus on the narrative nonfiction genre. We will read texts about individuals and groups that make a difference in their local or global communities.

  Writing:

  Opinion Essay

   

  In this module, students will write an opinion essay about different ways they can help make our school better for everyone. An opinion essay states an opinion, or belief, about a topic. It includes reasons and facts to support that opinion. Students will choose a way to improve the school, like the environment, student well-being, or learning experiences. They will explain why their ideas are helpful for everyone and consider any challenges, offering solutions. This will help students practice organizing their thoughts and writing clearly. By the end, they’ll have an essay that shows their ideas and reasons for a better school.

  Math:

  Fractions

  In math we will be working on Topic 13 Fraction Equivalence and Comparison. In topic 12 students learned that fractions name a part of a whole. In this unit, students learn how to explain the equivalence of fractions and compare fractions by reasoning about their size. Also, how to represent equivalent fractions using fraction strips and other different models.

  *Continue to practice multiplication facts*

   

  Science: Bridges

  In this 8-week module, students identify the characteristics that make a bridge unique and learn the basic differences between an arch, a truss, and a suspension and the forces that act on them. For the final project, students will use this knowledge to construct a six-foot-long truss-suspension bridge.

   

   

  Test Prep

  * We have started preparing for the New York State Exam (NYS) in class. It is critical that students continue to practice and apply all the skills that we have learned so far. Please encourage students to use the strategies that were learned in school and apply them when working on the homework at home.

  · ELA State Test- April 29th and 30th

   

  · Math State Test- May 7th and 8th

   

  Special dates:

  · March 6th- Parent Teacher Conferences

  · March 6th – No school

  · March 17th -21st Spirit Week

  · March 31- Eid al Fitr No School

4th Grade

Reading

We are beginning to work on Module 6 - Marvels in Nature in our HMH reading program. Essential Question is What makes Earth’s natural

wonders exciting and unique? In this module, students will listen to, read, and view a variety of texts that present them with information about Earth’s natural wonders.A genre focus on informational text provides students with opportunities to identify text and graphic features, central ideas, and text structures in order to better understand unfamiliar texts. Students will also encounter poetry and literary nonfiction to build knowledge across genres. As students build their vocabulary and synthesize topic knowledge, they will learn that our world is full of unique places with amazing wonders on land, in the ocean, and in the sky.

Writing: In Module 6 we will be focusing on how to write a letter. We will write a letter to an expert in that field of study asking for more information. We will use formal language and show that we already have some knowledge on the topic. We need to use the correct format for a letter, clearly state your reason for writing your letter, use formal language use correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, grammar, and sentences

Please encourage your children to read every night

WIN – What I Need

In the morning for 30 minutes, students have been divided into groups based on their needs.

Tier 3 is working on primary phonics- Sound Sensible

Tier 2 is working on the next level of phonics- S.P.I.R.E

Tier 1 is working on Socratic Reading Circles

Math: Fractions

Topic 9 We are still on Topic 9. Understand Addition and Subtraction of Fractions. This topic focuses on a deep understanding of adding and subtracting fractions with the same denominators and multiplying fractions by whole numbers.

*****Please encourage your child to study their multiplication facts.*****

Upcoming Events

● We have started dance again with the great Mr. E. Please be sure to check with your child's teacher to know when his or her scheduled day is so they can wear sneakers.

● We have begun practicing for the ELA state exam. Students should practice strategies like rereading, summarizing, identifying the theme/main idea, and supporting details.

Important Dates

● Wednesday March 5th- Bowling Trip

● Thursday - March 6th- No School

● Thursday March 6th - PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES (please schedule a meeting with your teacher)

● SPIRIT WEEK - March 17th starts Spirit Week.

Monday - 3/17 - Wear Green

Tuesday - 3/18 - Wacky Hair/Hat Day

Wednesday - 3/19 - Sports Day

Thursday 3/20 - Dress to Impress

Friday 3/21 - Pajama Day

Fifth Grade March Newsletter

In ELA, we are working on Module 7. The essential question for the module is: What role does curiosity play in exploration? The skills focused on for this module are asking and answering questions about a text, using text evidence to support our thinking, determining a central idea using text details, using context clues to determine unfamiliar words, identifying text structure to understand what the author is trying to teach us, text and graphic features to navigate informational texts, and responding to texts using explanation and text evidence to explain their thinking.

The writing for this module is writing a research report about a discovery that was made in the past that affects life today. The research report requires the children to choose a topic of interest, clearly state their thesis or main idea, organize their ideas clearly and logically, and use facts and statistics to support their thesis.

We have also begun test prep for the New York State ELA test. This includes using elimination techniques for multiple choice questions, using what you know is wrong to determine what is right, looking for key words in the question to help locate evidence, and underlining key details to help answer questions. The test also consists of open-ended questions as well as an essay that compares two texts. The children are practicing supporting their thinking with explanation and text evidence. They need a minimum of two text details to support each answer.

We are also working on essay writing that includes topic and closing paragraphs. These essays will be responses to one or more texts.

In Math, we are working on Topic 7 and 8. Topic 7 focuses on adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators as well as adding and subtracting

mixed numbers with regrouping. The children have also been estimating to find sums and differences of fractions and mixed numbers.

In Topic 8 the children will be applying their understanding of multiplication to multiply fractions. Topic 8 focuses on multiplying fractions and whole numbers, multiplying two fractions, finding the area of a rectangle, multiplying mixed numbers and using multiplication as scaling.

Finally, the children will solve word problems that involve math practices and problem solving. The children will have to make sense of the problem as well as persevere to solve them.

Remember to study those multiplication facts!

Next Topic is Topic 9 which will be dividing FRACTIONS!

Helpful Links:

khanacademy.org

mathgames.com

Dance

Very Exciting! Ballroom dance continues with Ms. Aviva. So far, we have learned the Merengue, Fox Trot, Tango, and The Swing. Ask your child to show you their moves. Final show is Monday, March 24.

Reminders:

Please remember to begin to pay for the end of year 5th grade trip.

Physical Education

• March Newsletter

  ENL Grades 3-5

   

  As we continue to support our MLs/ELLs, The Office of Multilingual Learners has provided a new guidance document to advance language and literacy development. Through an asset- based approach, we ensure all MLs/ELLs can engage in grade-level content alongside their English-proficient peers with appropriate scaffolding. We provide multiple, meaningful opportunities to hear, read, talk, and write using key vocabulary, phrases and sentences across lessons in a unit. We utilize flexible seating, partnerships and groupings based on the demands of the tasks and on students’ unique strengths, needs, and language backgrounds.

   

  It is critical to remember when using Home Language in instruction, we teach students how to use glossaries, translation, and digital tools such as Immersive Reader strategically and independently, rather than translating for them. Students must engage with English.

   

  Strategies during core content and Integrated ENL Instruction include chunking, amplifying, and engineering core texts based on their linguistic demands and providing important information in multiple, redundant and reinforcing forms (for example, visual, spoken, written) to enhance access and comprehension during lessons. Through echo-reading of chunked HMH text, students will build accurate oral fluency and reading fluency. Additionally, students use Reading Guide Cards to focus their attention on the words that they are reading.

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• ENL Grades K-2
• February Newsletter
  
  It is hard to believe but we are already starting the second half of the school year. Our students are continuing to grow and learn. In Kindergarten we are learning all about our country. We are talking about our country  and our national anthem . The children are also enjoying talking about the way different holidays are celebrated. In phonics we continue to read and spell cvc words. Our First Graders are talking and read about the different jobs people have. We are also taling about how we help at home and what we want to do when we are older. In phonics we are getting ready to start learning about long vowels. The Second Graders are reading about what different animals do by day and what they do by night.  In phonics we are going to be learning about the different sounds vowels make.
  Please make sure your child reads every night.
  

   

   

   

• March Newsletter for Library

   

  Throughout the month of March, students are continuing to browse the library shelves for appealing and appropriate books. Many students are enjoying our new book selections, which include biographies of famous and current athletes, along with important people in science.

   

  The younger grades have been focusing on listening to stories and identifying story elements. They have enjoyed seasonal stories focused on spring celebrations; such as Read Across America Week, St. Patrick’s Day, Holi, Ramadan and the Spring Equinox.

   

  Students in the upper grades have been enjoying a celebration of reading during Read Across America Week, while also continuing to work on developing their knowledge of reference skills. In celebration of Women’s History Month, students have been learning about women who have overcome extraordinary odds.

   

  “Reading is a passport to countless adventures.” –Mary Pope Osborne

   

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• MUSIC NEWSLETTER FOR MARCH
   
   
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• THIS MONTH: 
  Kindergarten - St. Patrick's Day and Spring Songs
  First Grade - Carnival of the Animals (Elephants, Kangaroos, Aquarium)
  Third Grade - Music Around the World Unit (Ireland, Africa)
  Fourth Grade - Continuing how to play The Recorder and playing songs
  Fifth Grade - Graduation Songs (Star Spangled Banner, Kindness, Let There Be Peace on Earth) and The Wizard of Oz
   
  Did You Know?
  A MUSICIAN if anyone who is musically talented. A MUSICIAN can sing and/or play an instrument. In P.S. 81 we are ALL musicians - we sing, dance and play instruments with Mrs Brosky!
   
  March is Music in our Schools month!
  How has music made a difference in your life? What is a song, artist or band you can't imagine life without?
   
  JOKE OF THE MONTH
  What is a leprechaun's favorite type of music?
  Sham-rock-and-roll

   

  MUSIC NEWSLETTER FOR FEBRUARY

  THIS MONTH:

  Kindergarteentine and February Songs

  First Grade - Carnival of the Animals (Mules and Tortoises)

  Third Grade - Music Around the World Unit (China, 

  Fourth Grade - Learning how to play The Recorder and playing songs

  Fifth Grade - Graduation Songs (Star Spangled Banner, Kindness, Let There Be Peace on Earth) and starting our Spring Show

  Movie Night: Need a movie to watch during February Break?  Try one of these: Enchanted, Anastasia, High School Musical, Trolls, The Swan Princess

   

  Short, Busy February

  February is such a busy month for being so short!  Don’t forget to celebrate Groundhog Day, Presidents Week, Valentine’s Day, 100th Day of School, Cypress’ Birthday, Super Bowl Sunday and my personal favorite - Random Acts of Kindness Day! 

   

  JOKE OF THE MONTH What did the drum say on Valentine’s Day?

  My heart beats f

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  MUSIC NEWSLETTER FOR FEBRUARY

  THIS MONTH:

  Kindergarten - Valentine and February Songs

  First Grade - Carnival of the Animals (Mules and Tortoises)

  Third Grade - Music Around the World Unit (China, 

  Fourth Grade - Learning how to play The Recorder and playing songs

  Fifth Grade - Graduation Songs (Star Spangled Banner, Kindness, Let There Be Peace on Earth) and starting our Spring Show

  
  

  Movie Night: Need a movie to watch during February Break?  Try one of these: Enchanted, Anastasia, High School Musical, Trolls, The Swan Princess

  
  

  Short, Busy February

  February is such a busy month for being so short!  Don’t forget to celebrate Groundhog Day, Presidents Week, Valentine’s Day, 100th Day of School, Cypress’ Birthday, Super Bowl Sunday and my personal favorite - Random Acts of Kindness Day! 

  
  

  JOKE OF THE MONTH What did the drum say on Valentine’s Day?

  My heart beats for you! 

  MUSIC NEWSLETTER FOR FEBRUARY

  THIS MONTH:

  Kindergarten - Valentine and February Songs

  First Grade - Carnival of the Animals (Mules and Tortoises)

  Third Grade - Music Around the World Unit (China, 

  Fourth Grade - Learning how to play The Recorder and playing songs

  Fifth Grade - Graduation Songs (Star Spangled Banner, Kindness, Let There Be Peace on Earth) and starting our

  Movie Night: Need a movie to watch during February Break?  Try one of these: Enchanted, Anastasia, High School Musical, Trolls, The Swan Princess

  
  

  Short, Busy February

  February is su a busy month for being so short!  Don’t forget to celebrate Groundhog Day, Presidents Week, Valentine’s Day, 100th Day , Cypress’ Birthday, Super Bowl Sunday and my personal favorite - Random Acts of Kindness Day!

  JOKE OF THE MONTH What did the drum say on Valentine’s Day?

  Mart beats for you!

  MARCH Yoga & Mindfulness Newsletter

  Posture of the Month: Tree Pose

   

  This month, we are practicing Tree Pose (Vrksasana) to help with balance, focus, and inner strength. Here’s how you can try it at home with your child:

  1. Stand tall with feet together.

  2. Shift your weight to one foot and place the other foot on your ankle or thigh (not the knee).

  3. Bring your hands together at your heart or reach them overhead like tree branches.

  4. Take deep breaths and focus on a point in front of you to stay steady.

  5. Switch sides!

   

  Brain Power & Empathy

   

  This month, we are discussing how empathy strengthens our Brain Power Wellness by:

  Helping us understand and connect with others.

  Reducing stress and improving emotional health.

  Encouraging kindness and teamwork in the classroom.

   

  Encourage your child to practice empathy at home by listening carefully, noticing how others feel, and offering kindness when someone needs it.

   

  Thank you for your support in building mindful, strong, and compassionate students!

   

  Best,

  Ms. Savage

  Yoga Instructor-P.S.81

  Ms. Savage/ P.S. 81

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Coding and Robotics

The fourth and fifth grade will be working with Mincraft for the remainder of the year. This program introduces powerful ideas from engineering and computer science that are not usually highlighted in early childhood education. The term “powerful idea” refers to a concept that children can learn through a curriculum that will serve them beyond the lifetime of a specific classroom technology. In this case, the curriculum revolves around the Mincraft iPad application. Powerful ideas may be applied to many disciplines and will be rewarding in students’ academic and personal futures. Throughout the following curriculum, both activities and lessons will seek to illustrate these powerful ideas. The curriculum will be divided into three modules based on three interactive genres of ScratchJr-based projects. These genres are collage, story, and game. Each of these modules is comprised of two units: 1. A series of lessons that introduce Mincraft features and programming blocks 2. An opportunity for children to create their own projects by applying concepts learned in module lessons

Scratch Jr. Coding

Second and third graders have now reached the third and last module of this curriculum. Through various lesson, students will be introduced to the start on bump, start on tap, send and receive message, and stop blocks. After learning how to use these new blocks, students will have the opportunity to explore ScratchJr and apply the concepts just learned. The students will replicate popular games after which they will add components of their own imagination. The additions will make the game more interesting and more fun!

Science- Ms. Fanning

Grade 2- Landforms

Geologists are studying the various landforms around the world and how they can change. Students have examined various types of sand and listed sand properties to establish their rock origins.

Grade 3- Weather and climate

Meteorologists are experimenting with various types of weather including temperature and the four kinds of precipitation to solve a problem in the rainforest. They are examining line plots of temperatures and precipitation to locate the best new home for Orangutans.

Grade 4- Waves, Energy and Information

Sound Scientists are exploring how sound travels in waves and through a variety of mediums (gasses, liquids and solids). They are also investigating frequency and amplitude to describe sounds. They are trying to discover how dolphins communicate with their young in the ocean.

Grade 5- Patterns of Earth and Sky

Astronomers are exploring our solar system, our Milky Way Galaxy and our Universe. They are experimenting with night and day, constellations and the movements of the planets. They are trying to determine how the Earth moves and what patterns can be observed in the night sky.

Parents- please join our Google Classroom to see us in action!

Code: https://classroom.google.com/c/NzA0NzkyMTM2OTk2?cjc=jbudcko

Code: JBUDCKO

• Speech & Language Newsletter

  Strategy of the Month: Communicative Temptation

   

  Communicative Temptations provide opportunities for children to communicate more frequently throughout the day. It involves structuring the environment in order to ‘tempt’ the child to communicate. Children are more likely to communicate when they are motivated and have a reason for doing so.

   

  Try this at home!

  Communicative Temptation Examples:

  · During activities that are easily stopped and started, stop the activity and wait for your child to communicate their desire to start the activity again. If necessary, model an appropriate phrase such as, ‘Go.’

  · Put a toy that your child enjoys on a high shelf or in a clear, childproof container. Wait for your child to communicate in order to request the toy.

  · During activities that include many parts, such as a craft, give your child one item only. Then, wait for your child to communicate to request the other items one at a time.

   

  Suggestions for at home activities:

  · Go on a St. Patrick’s Day scavenger hunt around your neighborhood for items that are each color of the rainbow. Draw pictures of the items or make a list. Talk about where you found each item and how you use it.

  · Have your child help you wash the laundry. Sort clothing into light and dark color piles. Talk about the parts of clothing items and how we use them (For example- pockets, buttons, zippers).

  · Play Simon Says using directions that involve verbs, prepositions, body parts, counting and emotions.

  · Have your child label each item they use to brush their teeth. Provide models for words that contain sounds your child has difficulty producing.

  · Use Communicative Temptation while drawing a rainbow. Let your child request each color.

  MARCH

  Counselor's Corner -Josephine D’Amico

   

  March brings with it the promise of spring, a season of growth and renewal. This month, we’ll be focusing on developing a growth mindset—a belief that with effort and persistence, we can improve our abilities and overcome challenges.

   

  Focus of the Month:

  This month, our lessons will highlight the concept of a growth mindset. We’ll explore how viewing challenges as opportunities to learn can help students succeed both in school and in life. I encourage you to talk to your child about the importance of effort and perseverance. We will also be discussing what makes us lucky.

  Embracing Change:

  As we transition into spring, change is in the air. Help your child adapt to new situations by encouraging them to embrace change as a natural and positive part of life. Whether it’s adjusting to new routines or learning something new, remind them that change can lead to growth and new opportunities.

   

  Upcoming Events:

  Thursday, March 6, 2025: Parent Teacher Conferences. Set up times to speak to your child teacher or service provider.

  The “Beautiful Me” and “Confident Kids” Self Esteem program with all 5th grade students are completed. It was a great experience working with your child.

   

  Contact Information:

  If you have any questions or would like to discuss how to support your child’s progress, please feel free to contact me at ([email protected]) or call (718-821-9800). Let’s work together to support your child’s growth this spring!

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