September 23rd - 27th

Welcome second-grade families!! 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

September 24th - Sonic Night - 6:00-8:00
September 28th - Texan Town #2
October 1st - PTO Meeting 6pm
October 4th - CISD Community Tailgate
Texan Town #3
October 11th - Fall Parent Conference Day
October 14th - No School
October 18th - PTO Movie Night 6-8pm
Texan Town #4
October 21st - 25th - Red Ribbon Week
October 25th - Red Ribbon Run (2nd Grade @ 2:10)
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 weeks newsletter can be found linked here.

Pumpkin Patch
This fall we will be turning our very own TCE Garden into the TCE Pumpkin Patch! We are so excited about all of the wonderful learning activities and curriculum connections we will be able to make in our school garden! If you would like to help us turn our school garden into the TCE Pumpkin Patch, please consider donating a pumpkin (any size or type) to our garden! You can begin sending in pumpkins as soon as possible, and we will take them to the garden. You can also drop them off in the garden on your own! 
Thank you so much! 

Fall Conferences

Fall conferences are coming up! We have October 11th set aside for parent/teacher conferences. Please sign-up using the link for your child's homeroom teacher.

2A McGraw/2B Bowman Sign-up

2C Judd/2D Gipson Sign-up

What are we learning?

Math: In math this week, learners will begin to add up to four two-digit numbers using mental strategies and algorithm based on their knowledge of place value. They will apply this knowledge and skills to solve one and two-step word problems involving addition and subtraction. 

Break Apart Ones Strategy

Adding on a Number Line

Adding by Place Value

Adding with Algorithm

Reading: In reading workshop this week, learners will work on using metacognition as they read, using what the author says and their own thoughts to comprehend the text.  In writing workshop, learners will read mentor texts and look at the author's crafts to use in their own writing.

Science: In science, learners will explore how materials change their physical properties when we cut, fold, sand and melt them.

Social Studies: In social studies this week, learners will identify the functions of government and learn about the different governmental services such as police and fire protection, libraries, schools, and parks. 

September 16th - 20th

Welcome second-grade families!! 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

September 20th - Texan Town #1
September 24th - Sonic Night - 6:00-8:00
September 28th - Texan Town #2
October 4th - TCE's 25th Birthday Bash/Picnic

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 weeks newsletter can be found linked here.

Popcorn, Popcorn
The first session of Fall Texan Town is starting on Friday, September 20th. Your learner has the opportunity to purchase a subscription for popcorn or they can bring 50 cents every Friday. There will be 5 Texan Town days, so the cost for a subscription will be $2.50.

Dates
Friday, September 20th
Friday, September 28th
Friday, October 3rd
Friday, October 18th
Friday, October 25th

Background Checks
If you have not had a chance please fill out a background check for the 2019-2020 school year. CISD is using a new application and background check process for all volunteers in the district using the same software used for employee background checks. These can take up to 10 days to process and we would love for you to fill out one now so that you are already cleared for any future volunteer/visiting opportunities. Visit coppellisd.com/volunteer to fill out a background check today!

Gifted and Talented Screening
Heather Bass is our campus gifted and talented intervention services specialist. If you have any questions regarding her intervention services or screening after viewing the video below direct them to Mrs. Bass (hbass@coppellisd.com). The video linked here will outline the screening process in second grade. 

What are we learning?

Math: In math this week, learners will develop and use strategies and methods for whole number computations in order to recall basic facts to add and subtract within 20 with automaticity. 

Reading: In reading workshop this week, learners will work on using metacognition as they read, using what the author says and their own thoughts to comprehend the text. They will reflect on their reading by journaling and writing quick notes on post-its. In writing workshop, learners will continue to work on goal setting and revising their personal narrative (small moment) stories. 

Science: In science, will continue to compare changes in materials caused by heating and cooling. We will also begin exploring the relative mass of various objects.

 

Social Studies: In social studies this week, learners will finish their research on the citizenship qualities of historical figures, and present their findings to the class. 

March 25th - 29th

What are we learning?

Math: In math this week, learners will compose and decompose two-dimensional shapes and three-dimensional solids with given properties or attributes. Learners will also classify and sort-three dimensional solids, including spheres, cones, cylinders, rectangular prisms and triangular prisms, based on attributes using geometric language.

Reading: In reading workshop this week, learners will begin to explore the elements of fables, myths, and folktales. In writing workshop, learners will write their own folktales, spell words with ph- and -ng patterns, and continue with cursive handwriting.

Science: In science this week, learners will be focusing on living organisms and their basic needs that must be met for them to survive within their environment.

Social Studies: In social studies this week, learners will be able to describe the importance of a job in relation to our needs and wants.

Calendar

March 22nd - Spring Texan Town #3
March 25th - TCE Sonic Night 5:00-8:00
March 28th - TCE 2nd Annual Culture Night (see below)
March 29th - Spring Texan Town #4
April 2nd - PTO Meeting @ 6 PM
April 3rd - CISD Night at the Ballpark (see below)
April 4th - Second Grade Field Trip
April 5th - Spring Texan Town #5
April 12th - TCE Color Run
April 29th - STEM Family Night 5:30-7:00

Announcements

Parent Newsletter
Ms. Martin sends out a parent newsletter each week with many important announcements about TCE. Click here to check out this weeks newsletter.

A Note from Ms. Martin:
TCE Families,

The data analysis from the looping survey is complete, a decision has been made in regards to the looping process at Town Center Elementary. Please click on the link below to view the Looping Report which includes a summary of the data received, conclusions, and next steps.

A special thank you to our TCE families, staff, and learners that provided feedback. I appreciate the honest and thoughtful insight that was given. Please feel free to reach out to me if you have any additional questions or concerns, and I would be happy to meet with you.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tT9W6yZgPopst_wT8ONRqIGh3r4XJ8HoGfc3WVKj5KY

Thank you,
Jennifer Martin

TCE Sonice Night
Join us for our first Spirit Night at Sonic on Monday, March 25th form 5-8 PM. Come join us for fabulous food and seeing your TCE teachers as a carhop for the evening. Sonic will donate a portion of the evening's proceeds to our school!

Play It Safe Program

This is just a reminder that our counselor will be presenting the Play It Safe counseling program to learners K-5. A flyer was sent home before Spring Break giving information about the program and the option to "opt out" if you prefer by returning the signed form showing that decision. If you have questions, please contact our school counselor Kelly Matlock.

Below is a link to the information sheet: 

https://docs.google.com/document/d/10D7bFIgw43MxeNb_8K5LYAeRvRKKLtBO_aKHmLfLfDw/

Below is a link to a FAQ document: 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1H1oOPOjg0vJaNfg8iEHJoMQZU7d08dgu/

Board Game Day

We are going to set aside time at the end of our day on Friday, March 29th for "Board Game Time". This is to redeem the March coupon that we gave the 2nd grade students as their winter holiday gift. Your child will be allowed to bring a game to school with the following provisions:

1. It is clearly marked with their name. We usually have multiples of the same game.
2. It is a board game or card game that is NOT electronic.
3. The game does not make any sound!
4. It can fit entirely inside their cubby.
5. They know how to play it.

Culture Night at TCE

We are excited to have our 2nd annual Culture Night at TCE. Last year was such a great success with all the dishes you shared with our TCE community. If you would like to share an appetizer, main dish or dessert on March 28th please sign up below. We will be in contact with you with more specific details as the event grows near. TCE will provide sample cups to share the dish you bring. This event was successful because of all our families' contributions. Thank you for making our school so great!

SIGN UP BY CLICKING HERE

Be on the lookout for more information about this event including performances and interactive stations!

CISD Night at the Ballpark
Tickets for the CISD Night at the Ballpark on Wednesday, April 3rd, are now on sale. To sit in the Town Center section go to https://groupmatics.events.event/Towncenter6.

Upcoming TCE Events

Mark your calendars for these upcoming family events happing this spring at TCE.