Friday, March 6, 2020

March 16th - 20th

Thank you for taking the time to read our second-grade blog. Make sure you are checking our blog weekly for calendar updates, what we are learning and any announcements regarding second grade and TCE.

Calendar

March 6th - End of Nine Weeks
March 9th - 13th - Spring Break - No School
March 17th - Shamrock Shuffle @ 2:05 (during specials)
March 17th - PTO Meeting @ 6PM (ALL welcome)
March 20th - Texan Town #1
March 20th - Report Cards Sent Home
March 26th - Ms. McGraw's Birthday
March 26th - Skate Night
March 27th - Texan Town #2

Announcements


Parent Newsletter
Ms. Martin shares out our campus newsletter via email each Friday. Make sure to read her newsletter for information regarding campus news. This week's newsletter can be found linked here.

Parent Book Club
Our counselor and librarian will be facilitating a parent book club this Spring in the Town Center library, and we would love for you to attend! It will be a great time to get to know and collaborate with other parents. The book study will start towards the end of March and go through April. It will be a total of five sessions, with each session lasting one hour. All participants will receive a free copy of the book, and it will be yours to keep. If you are interested in attending/learning more, fill out the link below. This will help our facilitators pick the day that works best for everyone and gauge interest in the book club. 

More information about the book can be found on Ms. Martin's campus newsletter.

Click Here For Our Book Study Interest Survey

Second Grade Field Trip
We are grateful for the many second grade parents willing to chaperone our second-grade field trip to the Perot Museum on Thursday, April 30th. Please remember that you must have a CISD background check for the 2019-2020 school year on file in order to attend. You may create an account and fill out a background request by visiting the CISD website volunteering page. If you are unsure if you have a background check on file, please reach out to your child's homeroom teacher. 
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Multiplication and Division Practice
Our second-grade mathematicians have just finished up their first unit showing a basic understanding of the foundations of multiplication and division by modeling, creating, and describing contextual multiplication and division situations. If you are looking for resources to support this learning at home we have gathered resources that may be found linked here. 
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Miss McGraw
Our wonderful second-grade teacher, Ms. McGraw, is getting married over spring break! She will be out of the classroom March 16th-20th. If you are a 2A/2B parent, you may contact Mrs. Bowman (abowman@coppellisd.com) if you need something addressed during this time. Any message that is time-sensitive that may need to be passed along to your child can be relayed to the front office. Best wishes to Ms. McGraw on her special day and we look forward to her return, March 23rd! 
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What are we learning?

Math: In math this week, learners begin to classify 2D and 3D shapes based on attributes and use written and oral language to justify the classification. Learners create 2D shapes with specific attributes. Learners compose 2D and 3D shapes and decompose 2D shapes.

Language Arts: In reading, learners will be practicing sequencing stories as well as visualization. In writing, learners will use graphic organizers to practice writing opinion pieces of writing. In grammar, learners will continue to practice spelling words with the long vowel sounds.
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Science: In science, learners observe, describe, and compare rocks by size, texture, and color.

As we begin our study about rocks, we will be learning how rocks are alike and how they are different. In order to do this, we will be sorting rocks by color, texture, size, etc. Please help your child find three rocks, put them in a Ziploc bag, and return them to school by Tuesday, March 17th. IT would be best if each of these rocks were different from each other in some way. For example different sizes, shapes, colors, etc. You are welcome t send in a small rock or mineral collection if you have one. Thank you for helping your child find their rocks for this sorting activity! 
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Social Studies: In social studies, learners will learn jobs and income.
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Friday, February 28, 2020

March 2nd - 6th

Thank you for taking the time to read our second-grade blog. Make sure you are checking our blog weekly for calendar updates, what we are learning and any announcements regarding second grade and TCE.

Calendar

March 2nd - 6th - Spring Book Fair
March 3rd - PTO Meeting @ 6 PM (ALL are welcome)
March 5th - Spring Picture Day
March 5th - Open House 5:30-7:00
March 6th - Spirit Rally @ 8 AM
March 6th - End of Nine Weeks
March 6th - Field Trip Permission Slip & Money DUE
March 9th - 13th - Spring Break - No School


Announcements


Parent Newsletter
Ms. Martin shares out our campus newsletter via email each Friday. Make sure to read her newsletter for information regarding campus news. This week's newsletter can be found linked here.

Parent Book Club
Our counselor and librarian will be facilitating a parent book club this Spring in the Town Center library, and we would love for you to attend! It will be a great time to get to know and collaborate with other parents. The book study will start towards the end of March and go through April. It will be a total of five sessions, with each session lasting one hour. All participants will receive a free copy of the book, and it will be yours to keep. If you are interested in attending/learning more, fill out the link below. This will help our facilitators pick the day that works best for everyone and gauge interest in the book club. 

More information about the book can be found on Ms. Martin's campus newsletter.

Click Here For Our Book Study Interest Survey

Book Fair Volunteers

Lions, and Tigers and Books Oh My! Our Spring book fair is March 2nd - 6th, and would love to have parents volunteer. Please sign up on the link below.

Second Grade Field Trip
Second grade will be traveling to the Perot Museum on Thursday, April 30th. The cost of the field trip for each child will be $12 including museum entrance and bus coverage. Please return the permission slip and cash or check by Friday, March 6th. If you are interested in chaperoning, please reach out to your child's homeroom teacher. The cost of chaperone tickets is $6. You will be responsible for your own transportation and parking fee. 
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What are we learning?

Math: In math this week, learners will model, create, and describe contextual multiplication and division situations to show mastery of understanding.
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Language Arts: In reading, learners will be analyzing characters in their books and describing their characteristic traits (inside and outside). In writing, learners will be brainstorming and writing about space to integrate with what they are learning in science. In grammar, learners will practice spelling words with the long vowel sounds.
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Science: In science, learners will finish their study on observing, describing, and recording patterns of objects in the sky, including the appearance of the Moon.

Social Studies: In social studies, learners will learn about producers and consumers as well as the difference between goods and services.
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Monday, February 24, 2020

February 24th - 28th


Thank you for taking the time to read our second-grade blog. Make sure you are checking our blog weekly for calendar updates, what we are learning and any announcements regarding second grade and TCE.

Calendar

February 27th - CHS Volleyball Players Greeting in the Carloop (7:10-7:40)
February 28th - CHS Football Players Greeting in the Carloop (7:10-7:40)
March 2nd - 6th - Spring Book Fair
March 3rd - PTO Meeting @ 6 PM (ALL are welcome)
March 5th - Spring Picture Day
March 5th - Open House 5:30-7:00
March 6th - Spirit Rally @ 8 AM
March 6th - End of Nine Weeks
March 6th - Field Trip Permission Slip & Money DUE
March 9th - 13th - Spring Break - No School



Announcements


Parent Newsletter
Ms. Martin shares out our campus newsletter via email each Friday. Make sure to read her newsletter for information regarding campus news. This week's newsletter can be found linked here.

Parent Book Club
Our counselor and librarian will be facilitating a parent book club this Spring in the Town Center library, and we would love for you to attend! It will be a great time to get to know and collaborate with other parents. The book study will start towards the end of March and go through April. It will be a total of five sessions, with each session lasting one hour. All participants will receive a free copy of the book, and it will be yours to keep. If you are interested in attending/learning more, fill out the link below. This will help our facilitators pick the day that works best for everyone and gauge interest in the book club. 

More information about the book can be found on Ms. Martin's campus newsletter.

Click Here For Our Book Study Interest Survey

Book Fair Volunteers

Lions, and Tigers and Books Oh My! Our Spring book fair is March 2nd - 6th, and would love to have parents volunteer. Please sign up on the link below.

Second Grade Field Trip
Second grade will be traveling to the Perot Museum on Thursday, April 30th. The cost of the field trip for each child will be $12 including museum entrance and bus coverage. Please return the permission slip and cash or check by Friday, March 6th. If you are interested in chaperoning, please reach out to your child's homeroom teacher. The cost of chaperone tickets is $6. You will be responsible for your own transportation and parking fee. 
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What are we learning?

Math: In math this week, learners will model, create, and describe contextual multiplication and division situations.
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Language Arts: In reading, learners will compare characters in series books. In writing, learners will learn the five parts of a letter and practice writing friendly letters. In grammar, learners will practice strategies for writing bigger words.
Science: In science, learners will finish their study on observing, describing, and recording patterns of objects in the sky, including the appearance of the Moon.

Social Studies: In social studies, learners will talk about how to reduce, reuse, and recycle.
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Sunday, February 2, 2020

February 3rd - 7th


Thank you for taking the time to read our second-grade blog. Make sure you are checking our blog weekly for calendar updates, what we are learning and any announcements regarding second grade and TCE.

Calendar

February 4th - PTO Meeting CANCELED
February 5th - World Read Aloud Day
February 7th - Texan Town #4
February 10th - Mrs. Bowman's Birthday
February 13th - Valentines Day Party @ 2pm
February 14th - No School
February 16th - Mrs. Judd's Birthday
February 17th - No School
February 20th - TCE Cultural Night & Art Show @ 5:30pm
February 21st - Texan Town #5

Announcements



Parent Newsletter
Ms. Martin shares out our campus newsletter via email each Friday. Make sure to read her newsletter for information regarding campus news. This week's newsletter can be found linked here.


Pictures for the Yearbook

TCE Cultural Night & Art Show
Mark your calendars and join us for our third annual cultural night! If you are interested in sharing more about your culture or a food sample to share please visit this link. Our art program will also host an art show in the gym during our cultural celebration. More information on the graphics below. 


Valentine's Day Party
Our second grade Valentine's day party will be on Thursday, February 13th at 2 pm. If your child would like, they may make Valentines or bring cards. Please make sure he or she bring one for each person in the class. The names of students in your child's homeroom have been sent home. Due to allergies please make sure all treats are peanut/tree nut-free. Students may decorate and bring a box or a bag from home to hold their valentines. You are welcome to join us for the party!

Ideas & Inspiration for Valentines Boxes & Bags
Here are a few ideas if you need something to help you get started when thinking about decorating a valentines box/bag. Pinterest has many great ideas and examples as well! Designs can be as elaborate or simple as your child would like. 
valentinesvalentine craftsDIY Unicorn Valentine Card Box! See more adorable DIY Valentine Box Ideas on www.prettymyparty.com.Valentine’s Day Card Boxes | To transform a tissue box into your favorite emoji face, you only need three colors of paper: red, yellow, and black.R2D2 Valentine Box | 25+ Valentine Boxes for boysAngry Birds | 25+ Valentine Boxes for boysThis Bee Valentine Box made out of an oatmeal container is simple to make and is perfect for Valentine's Day. Awesome DIY Valentine'i hes Box.Quick classroom valentine holder... Had to repin this because it had my name on it!!!!!!! Lol

What are we learning?

Math: In math this week, learners will continue to generate and solve problems situations for a given mathematical number sentence involving addition and subtraction of whole numbers within 1,000.

Language Arts: In reading, learners will compare books and notice when authors play with words. In writing, learners will continue to write poems and work on writing their own comparisons. In grammar, learners will practice capitalizing names.

Science: In science, learners will begin to observe, describe, and record patterns of objects in the sky, including the appearance of the Moon.

Social Studies: In social studies, learners will continue studying maps and symbols.
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