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  • Welcome to the 2025-26 School Year!

    August 6, 2025

    Dear A-2 Families,

    I am so excited to meet your children tomorrow! I have only seen most of them in their school pictures, but they already feel like mine. :o)

    Third grade is an exciting time, full of firsts and full of learning. Eight and nine year olds are growing rapidly – physically, socially, and cognitively.  In addition, third graders in our district take a step up in many ways. For example, they start using Chromebooks instead of iPads during class, take the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC) in the spring, and are beginning to apply their foundational Language Arts and Math skills to ever more challenging academic tasks. In short, third grade is a turning point.

    On the first day of school, my class spends a lot of time learning Reed ROCKS procedures and rules in addition to getting to know their classmates. Setting the foundation for a smoothly running class where students feel safe, valued, and challenged is critical during these first few days.  As such, rather than looking inside backpacks for papers or packets after school, ask your child how their day went. What did they do? Who did they meet? What was their favorite-and least favorite-part of the day and why? Checking in on feelings and thoughts will be my only homework tomorrow.

    If you’re wondering what your child whould bring or wear to school tomorrow:

    School Supplies: Everything we need for the first two days (at least) is ready for your children. They do not need to bring pencils, crayons, and so forth tomorrow.

    What to Wear: We are not a uniform school, so simply following the SJUSD guidelines is sufficient. Note: Hats are.no longer allowed during school hours unless students have a physician’s note or the hat is part of a religious observance. 

    What to Bring: Backpacks are fine, water bottles are suggested. Lunch boxes is students do not get their lunch at school. The first day is a great day to travel light. Nothing much will be going home until next week.

    First Day Agenda: 

    • Students arrive by 9:05 AM and line up in front of our class.
    • We hang up backpacks on hooks outside and head to the carpet for first circle time.
    • From arrival until 11:00 AM: “Getting to know you” activities, making class rules, a read aloud or two, Growth Mindset activity.
    • Recess is 11:00-11:15.
    • After recess, we have a regularly scheduled read aloud  time followed by a (hopefully) fun 3rd grade math activity.
    • We are dismissed at 12:35 for the lunch recess, then eat our lunch from approximately 1:00-1:20. (I will support our class with walking around school and lining up for lunch we get it down, Reed ROCKS style.)
    • After lunch, we will review rules, practice showing what Reed ROCKS looks like, sounds like in as many locations and contexts around school that we can. If we haven’t done so yet, I’ll make sure each student takes their picture with the “First day of Third Grade” sign.
    • At 2:45 we clean up and close out our day with a group reflection.
    • Students will be dismissed from my classroom at 3:01 PM.

    This is a great time to remind you to check Principal Ponzio’s updated Weekly Newsletter for details of drop off and pick up procedures and other important items. In addition, attached here are instructions for parents to support their child in creating or changing a San Jose Unified password. Now that your children are in third grade, they will be logging in to Blended Learning programs on their own using their district email and a password. We will not be using Chromebooks until Monday, though, so please don’t feel this must be done immediately. 

    That’s the scoop for now! Please reach out with any suggestions, comments, or for clarification on any point. I look forward to working with you collaboratively this year and working to create the best possible learning environment for all of our children. Let’s make it a great year!

    Warmly,
    Ms. Susan Seyan
    Educator
    (408) 535-6247 x 37118
    sseyan@sjusd.org
    msseyan.com

  • Wow! We’re busy!

    April 15, 2025

    Hi Families!

    It’s such a busy time at school and in our class. Some highlights:

    • CAASPP Testing starts next week!
      • Our third graders will take the ELA Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC)  tests next week and the Math SBAC the week after that. Tests are scheduled for 2 days, first thing in the morning, and are untimed. As a result, students may continue their work on any of the tests through May 2ns, the last day of testing this year.
      • As it’s our third graders first year of testing, we will spend extra time practicing logging in and taking the tests. 
      • You can work with your child on SBAC practice items at home using this link.
        • Start with Guest User and Guest Session.
    • Regular instruction is also continuing:
      • Reading:  Students are continuing to practice previewing nonfiction texts, taking notes on key details. and summarizing what they have read. We will begin focusing on character in fiction using class novels and read alouds. 
      • Writing: Students are practicing taking a theme or topic and reorganizing their drafts for different forms or purposes- persuasion, information, or poetry. This is a challenging concept but I think students will be surprised at how well they do! We are also experimenting with writing for different purposes across the curriculum, using a variety of formats including 6 word memoirs, jot dots, and one sentence summaries.
      • Math: We jumped ahead in the math journal to work on Area this week. Origo has prepared students to use multiplication to find the area inside a shape by exploring the basic concepts from a variety of perpectives; we will continue to explore Area as well as fraction concepts this week and next. Please see the attached newsletter for more information. 
      • Social Studies: We continue our study of California Indians by examining ways they impacted their environment and, later, how European contact changed how they lived.
      • Science: We are getting class caterpillars for a life science unit soon! Third grade has a weather unit planned for the end of the year, and our class is going to study how changes in the environment affect living things-connecting this to what we are learning about in Social Studies.
      • Social Emotional Learning: This week we are on the topic of Emotion Management, identifying emotions in our bodies and learning ways to calm ourselves so we can problem solve. Next week our focus will be…Test Anxiety. Please see the attachment here for more information on this week’s Second Step lesson.
    • Enrichment-
      • Project Cornerstone’s last visit is Thursday and the last Art Vistas of the year will be next week. Please see the attached file for more information about this week’s Cornerstone visit.
      • Music-students are loving the songs selected for their grade for the Spring concert: “Count on Me” and “Wonderful World”.  Lyrics for both are attached if you would like to have your child practice at home.
      • Speaking of music: Students loved their visit from the brass section of the San Jose Symphony today. They learned about trumpets, the tuba, French Horn, and Trombone; listened to selections from the “William Tell Overture” and “Star Wars”, and even got an idea for a home project. If your child asks for a hose and funnel, you’ll know why. Here’s a quick video we watched to review the sounds of each brass instrument. Check in with your child about the 6 word memoirs they wrote about brass instruments.
      • The Youth Science Institute Field trip to Sanborn Park was amazing and we just could NOT have done it without family volunteers! 🙏🏼 Students walked the path Ohlone band members may have walked hundreds of years ago, learned how to weave tule, and played games with handmade toys and musical instruments. Our class got many of their questions answered on that trip. Check in with your child and find out what they learned!
    • San Jose Unified Health Lessons-
      • All SJUSD students are required to take a series of health lessons on grade level appropriate topics, such as stranger danger or making healthy food choices. For informatio  on 3rd grade’s curriculum, please see the attached parent latter. Let me know if you would not like your child to participate in these lessons.
        • NOTE: Our classroom password will be “tiger”.
    • Walkathon-
      • The annual reed Walkathon is this Friday! Our grade will walk right after school starts in the morning, so remind your child to be on time! We have the students’ T-shirts and are keeping them in class so they are ready for Friday! We will send more information home Thursday. For now, just remember that your child will need to wear comfortable shoes Friday.

    Current read aloud: Other Words for Home
    Monday’s poem: Naomi Shihab Nye reads “One Boy Told Me”
    Ms. Seyan’s Poetry month posts from 2020 start here. (Click the arrows at the bottom right to advance to the next page.)

    Thanks for your attention!

    Warmly,
    Ms, Seyan
    Educator
    sseyan@sjusd.org
    408.535.6287 x37143

  • Sanborn Field Trip on Friday!

    April 2, 2025

    Dear Families,

    This Friday is the much anticipated Youth Science Institute Sanborn Field Trip!! 


    First,  would like to say thank you to all families who contributed a donation to this field trip. While our class’ donations still fall short of the cost of the trip by $389.00, I am confident that families who have not contributed yet but can do so, will. (If you would like to find out how you can support the cost of this trip for all of our students, please reach out at sseyan@sjusd.org. Thank you so much! 🙏🏼)

    Please read and have your child follow these important guidelines to ensure your child has the best trip possible:

    • Wear a Reed T shirt as well as warm pants and outerwear and comfortable shoes. 
      • The Reed T Shirt will make it easier to find your child in a crowd.
      • Students will be doing a lot of walking.
      • The weather report for Saratoga looks like temperatures from 47-68 degrees, a little wind, fairly high UV rating, and no rain. Please dress your child in layers accordingly.
    • Lunches from home need to be in paper bags, please.
      • Parent chaperones will be carrying student lunches in tote bags, and lunch boxes will be too large and heavy.
    • Go to the bathroom BEFORE SCHOOL.
      • We will not have time in the morning before boarding the bus to let students go.
      • Students will have to wait until they get to the YSI site before they can go to the bathroom..
    • Please arrive to school on time.
      • The bus is leaving at 9:15 sharp!
      • We need to get lunches organized and groups together before we walk to the bus as a class. 

    Here is a brief outline of tomorrow’s agenda: 

    • 9:15- Leave Reed on the bus
    • unchecked9:45–10:00 Arrive at the Youth Science Institute
    • unchecked10:00– bathroom break.
    • unchecked10:15– Get into groups and find your YSI Guide
    • unchecked10:30-Learning activities begin!
    • unchecked11:45- 12:30 Lunch on site
    • unchecked12:30-2:00 Continue scheduled activities!
    • unchecked2:00– Leave for Reed from the front entry of the museum.
    • unchecked2:30-2:45 Return to Reed to decompress and reflect
    • unchecked3:00– School is dismissed. Have a great Spring Break!!

    Warmly,

    Mrs. Daly, Mrs. De La Cerda, and Ms. Seyan

  • Putting the “Fun” in Fundraiser

    Hi E-2 Families, 

    Even though your child is not in 4th grade just yet, there is a fundraiser for next year’s fifth graders that will help them go to Science Camp. Here’s information from one of our fifth grade teachers:

    “Dear Reed families, 
    Get ready for a thrilling night of basketball, school spirit, and fun with your classmates. Come cheer on the Santa Cruz Warriors as they take on the Memphis Hustle, and help raise funds for next year’s 5th Grade Science Camp.
    What’s Special?
    ✅ Sit together as a school community: Let’s fill the stands with our students & families.
    ✅ Special rates for our school students and families.
    ✅ Exclusive Tunnel High-Five Experience: A rare chance for students to high-five the players before the game.
    ✅ A Fun Night with Friends: Let’s make memories while supporting a great cause.
    ✅ March 1st, 2025 at 7pm

    Get Your Tickets Now:  https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Reedelementary2  

    Reed Elementary School Fundraiser Night3/1/25 @ 7:00 PM – Reed Elementary School Fundraiser Nightfevo-enterprise.com

    Every ticket sold brings us closer to funding this incredible outdoor education experience.Let’s come together, cheer on the Warriors, and make this an unforgettable night for our students.

    Thank you for your support.


    https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Reedelementary2 “

  • Thursday Check In

    February 13, 2025

    Dear E-2 Families,

    One more day until Valentine’s Day! How fortunate we are that it falls on a Friday;  doubly fortunate to have supportive and generous classroom parents who reach out and make events to remember possible for your children. Here’s the outline of what tomorrow afternoon should look like in E-2:

    I have ordered pink bags for students to carry their Valentines in and have provided printouts of cards students may color and gift to classmates if they forget their cards from home. Here are  few more details about tomorrow: 

    • Our class will “party” from 2:15-3:00 PM. Movie and passing out cards is scheduled for 1:45-2:15.
    • For cards: We have 27 students in our class.
      • Please have students sign their card, but not address it to anyone. It’s quicker!
    • Entertainment: “The Peanuts Movie” on Amazon Prime will be featured.
      • We may not finish it because the activity below will be interactive and hands on!
    • Dress: Friday is a spirit dress day, where students are asked to wear red and pink, hearts and whatever else spreads the Valentine’s vibe.  💕

    Students asked to see me open the birthday cards and presents they brought yesterday. I was over there crying, both at your generosity and at the sweet things your children wrote and made. Thank you all from the bottom of my heart! 🙏🏼 And a special thanks to the Jain family, whose children ALL made me a card, even if they aren’t in my class, and who also came by Wednesday morning to decorate the classroom door. Who does that? Thank you so much for making the day special for the whole class. They loved it!

    Today’s Thursday envelopes were packed with goodies! Please check your children’s backpacks for a variety of information pertinent to Reed students. Unfortunately, some of you will get the envelopes tomorrow…our paper passer, who would have passed the envelopes out, was out of the room towards the end of the day and I forgot to pass them out myself. The envelopes will go home tomorrow, and if you have any questions or feel something got lost, please reach out.  

    Thank you for your time and attention! As always, please feel free to reach out any time with questions, suggestions, or concerns. 

    Warmly,
    Ms. Seyan
    (408) 535-6247 x. 37143
    sseyan@sjusd.org
    https://msseyan.com/

  • Crucial Valentine’s Info

    Hi E-2 Families,

    It’s an exciting week! To stay calm, watch this cool video we enjoyed after lunch today.

    I am sorry this message is getting to you so late in the week. I know that Valentine’s information is urgently needed. 

    Friday, February 14th in E-2

    • Our class will “party” from 2:15-3:00 PM.
    • For cards: We have 27 students in our class.
      • I am not including their names because it takes FOREVER to pass Valentines to specific students and the party becomes no fun for our participants.
      • Ergo, students only need to know one name: Their own. Please have students sign their card, but not address it to anyone.
      • I have printed out cards students can color, if you do not have time or don’t want to shop for these for any reason.
    • Bags for Valentines: I ordered pink bags from Amazon that should arrive tomorrow- 🤞🏽- they are easier to decorate than last year’s red. They are large enough to handle a class set of cards, as well.
      • If these do not arrive by tomorrow afternoon, I’ll pop over to Michael’s and buy some there. No big deal. ;o)  
    • Entertainment: “The Peanuts Movie” on Amazon Prime.
      • The 30 minute TV shows are on Apple TV+, and I do not have that. 90 minute movie it is! 
    • Families: Due to the wonderful culture at Reed, class parents have volunteered to come in and support the celebration! Thank you, families, for making the day special for your children! When you do so, ALL the children get to enjoy. 💕
    • Dress: Friday is a spirit dress day, where students are asked to wear red and pink, hearts and whatever else spreads the Valentine’s vibe. 

    I hope this is everything you were dying to know about this Friday, Valentine’s Day. If I have forgotten anything and/or you have suggestions for the event, please reach out!

    Warmly,
    Ms. Seyan

  • This Week’s Homework-Fidgets vs. Toys-Field Trip Information

    February 3, 2025
    Dear E-2 Families,
    This is a quick beginning-of-the-week update with items that came up just today.

    • Homework:
      • Yes, I am the teacher who put the wrong date on the homework and crossed it out with marker! I’m sorry that it doesn’t look great, but what needs to be there is included. If you have any questions about the work, please let me know.
    • Fidgets vs Toys and How We Will Manage Them:
      • Since I work in education, I am fairly familiar with the use of fidgets and how they can support students by helping them focus in class through stimulus or calming. I have tried to include items that have been used as fidgets in other educational settings in our class Bobcat Store, hoping that these prizes would support students in a tangible way. This being said, I realize I need to be more clear with my students about what is allowed in class and what is not, how to use what is allowed, and how to manage the items we use. In addition, I need to work with you so we are on the same page about how we can support your child and what tools we are using to do so. This will involve teaching about fidgets and probably a class fidget contract for some students. Until I have more to share about this, here are links to resources on the topic for your information.
    • Field Trip Information
      • Third grade is scheduled to attend a field trip to Sanborn Park on April 4th. This trip supports 3rd grader’s study of California Indians of the local region. Today we sent home the green field trip form as well as a letter describing the trip and requesting a $33.00 donation per child. While these donations help all students attend, no child will be refused the trip due to lack of funds or donation. Please see the attached letter for more information, and reach out with questions or for clarification.
        • Grade 3: Continuity and Change
        • Overarching Standard: HSS 3.2
          • Students describe the American Indian nations in their local region long ago and in the recent past.
          • Standard: Describe national identities, religious beliefs, customs, and various folklore traditions.

    Thank you for your time and attention. As always, please reach out with concerns, suggestions, or questions.

    Warmly,
    Ms. Seyan

  • E-2 Update

    January 30, 2025
    Dear E-2 families,

    Please take some time to check out what we are up to in class academically and socially: 

    Writing
    Mrs. Daly’s class and our class took the “optional” Informational WPA last week. Students will use the rubric to evaluate their work and practice revising and editing the informational writing of their choice. We have practiced writing simple, 8 sentence paragraphs with a standard structure: Topic, detail, tell me more, detail, tell me more, detail, tell me more, conclusion (rephrase the topic). We can underline or highlight in green, yellow, orange, and pink or red to help us remember the pattern and check that our paragraph structure is logical. After we complete our animal reports in the upcoming two weeks before Winter Break, we will return to Opinion writing to prepare for the March Opinion WPA.

    CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.3.2
    Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information clearly.

    CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.3.2.b
    Develop the topic with facts, definitions, and details.
    CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.3.2.c
    Use linking words and phrases (e.g., also, another, and, more, but) to connect ideas within categories of information.
    CCSS.ELA-Literacy.W.3.2.d
    Provide a concluding statement or section.

    Reading
    Our class is slowly getting through the SJUSD 3rd grade novel Dyamonde Daniel by NIkki Grimes. We talk about each section and answer text dependent questions about the characters and plot points. We are also answering text dependent questions about our Social Studies text, where we are learning about California Indians and will eventually focus on tribes from our area. We are focusing on previewing, taking quick notes, and answering text dependent questions. One tool we use is reading the questions before the text; that gives us purpose for reading and usually helps us remember the reading better. To support our reading across gen res and curriculum, we are still expanding our knowledge of foundational reading skills, including phonics patterns, segmenting and blending sounds in words, and syllabicating. This week’s sound/spelling pattern is long e with the ee and ea spellings. Either this week or next week we will take another Elementary Spelling Inventory to gauge our progress in these foundational skills.

    CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.3.1
    Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers.

    CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.3.1
    Ask and answer questions to demonstrate understanding of a text, referring explicitly to the text as the basis for the answers.
    CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RI.3.2
    Determine the main idea of a text; recount the key details and explain how they support the main idea.
    CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RF.3.3
    Know and apply grade-level phonics and word analysis skills in decoding words.


    Math
    We are on an accelerated timetable for math this spring to be prepared for SBAC testing in April.  Right now we are working on fluency with multiplication facts and will be moving to data recording next week. On days we do not have teacher (meaning 25-minute with Mrs. De la Cerda and I) P.E. or music, students get pre-lesson, low stakes practice in skills highlighted by the winter NWEA, especially addition and subtraction with composing (AKA regrouping). We are continually working on how to talk about our math, by explaining how we have solved problems and also offering alternative solution pathways to other’s work or examining our own to uncover errors. Students have individual, long-term assignments in Dreambox linked to the area NWEA identified as needing most support, and they are encouraged to work on that assignment when we log in to Dreambox in class.

    CCSS.Math.Content.3.OA.A.3
    Use multiplication and division within 100 to solve word problems in situations involving equal groups, arrays, and measurement quantities, e.g., by using drawings and equations with a symbol for the unknown number to represent the problem.1
    CCSS.Math.Content.3.OA.A.4
    Determine the unknown whole number in a multiplication or division equation relating three whole numbers. For example, determine the unknown number that makes the equation true in each of the equations 8 × ? = 48, 5 = _ ÷ 3, 6 × 6 = ?

    Homework:
    Change in checking and returning procedures: Our class will start checking the previous week’s homework together on Mondays. This will give students a chance to think about their work and talk with others about the assignments. After we check together, students can take their work back home. I hope this gives a sense of closure to the homework assignments and helps students and families communicate about classwork better!

    Social Emotional Learning
    Last week, students completed the Second Step lesson called “Planning to Learn”. In addition to reinforcing the skills for learning (focusing attention, listening, being assertive, and using self talk), students are practicing using their thinking skills to come up with plans to help them remember tasks and stay on track. The three criteria for for assessing one’s plan are:

    1. The order makes sense.
    2. It’s simple.
    3. You can do it!

    In addition, we continue to make use of language frames for assertiveness that we learned in a prior Second Step lesson: “I feel _________when______, because_________. I need__________.” We practice solving our own problems, avoiding getting others students involved, and use our words or one of the 5 ways we can swim free from insults and put downs: Do little or nothing, distract, agree, laugh or make a joke, or walk away. These ideas DO NOT supplant getting adult help when the problem is too big for you, when someone or something is unsafe, or you are just not sure what to do.

    A few of our students are using a Check In/Check out document, where we set some goals for choices in class and students choose an agreed upon reward to enjoy if they reach a threshold of adherence to that over the course of a day. 

    We also spent time at the start of the new year talking together about what procedures work and don’t work for us in class, making some changes and keeping some effective guidelines. Students came up with rewards suggestions that we are implementing, including class points for pajama day (we are 2/3 of the way there!). In addition, the Social Circle time is popular with our class. We have instituted a Monday morning/open the week circle and a Friday afternoon social circle to reflect on our week.

    We have a thriving Bobcat store, and as such our stock is running low. If you’d like to contribute to the approved fidget selection, please check out our Amazon wish list here: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2DFI9IMAF1N69?ref_=wl_share
    These prizes are safe, students like them, they are unlikely to break into small parts, and they are less disruptive than some other items students bring to class.

    Speaking of which….we have been having a great deal of difficulty with items students are bringing to class, such as Rubik’s cubes (not allowed), Pokemon cards (not recommended), Sharpies (not allowed), stuffed animals (not allowed, unless it’s an earned prize or a Spirit Day), and small personal items such as tiny notebooks or nail care accessories. Most of these items are not allowed at school, and a few have proven to be distractions in class. Please remind your children to keep Rubik’s cubes, stuffed animals, or other toys at home or in their backpacks during class if they need them for their after school program. Such items found in class will be given to the principal to be picked up after school. If your child needs to tend to artificial nails, please remind them to do so before or after school. Thank you so much for your cooperation with this!

    What’s ahead for us:

    In the coming weeks, we will be working on information animal reports in our small groups, preparing for a field trip in March, returning to persuasive writing, continuing our math acceleration including differentiation for students who are ready for a challenge, reading another class novel, and diving into our Science curriculum.

    We also have NWEA math assessments coming up next month, the ELPAC assessment for our multi- lingual learners in March, and in April your children will take the Smarter Balanced Assessment Consortium (SBAC) tests for the first time. 

    This is in addition to the exciting events at Reed as a whole and the opportunity to grow in a wonderful community of learners-our class.

    Thank you for your time and attention. Please reach our with suggestions, for clarification, or for anything related to your child or the classroom.

    Warmly,

    Ms. Seyan
    sseyan@sjusd.org
    408.535.6347 x 37143

  • Wednesday Field Trip Information

    December 17, 2024

    Dear Families,

    Tomorrow is the much anticipated Tech Museum Field trip! Please read and have your child follow these important guidelines to ensure your child has the best trip possible:

    • Wear a Reed T shirt as well as warm pants and outerwear and comfortable shoes. 
      • The Reed T Shirt will make it easier to find your child in a crowd.
      • Students will be doing a lot of walking.
      • It will be cold outside but pretty warm inside-dress your child in layers.
    • Lunches from home need to be in paper bags, please.
      • Parent chaperones will be carrying student lunches in tote bags, and lunch boxes will be too large and heavy.
    • Go to the bathroom BEFORE SCHOOL.
      • We will not have time in the morning before boarding the bus to let students go.
      • They will have to wait until they get to the Tech museum.
    • Please arrive to school on time.
      • The bus is leaving at 9:15 sharp!
      • We need to get lunches organized and groups together before we walk to the bus as a class. 

    Here is a brief outline of tomorrow’s agenda: 

    • unchecked9:15- Leave Reed on the bus.
    • unchecked9:30- Arrive at the Tech.
    • unchecked10:00– Bathroom break
    • unchecked10:15– Head to IMAX theatre with lunches.
    • unchecked10:30– IMAX movie “Extreme Weather” begins; students eat lunch during the movie.
    • unchecked11:45- Explore the Tech with our groups
    • unchecked12:15– Head back to New Venture Hall to prepare for the science lab.
    • unchecked12:30– Down the Drain science lab begins (90 minutes).
    • unchecked2:00– Leave for Reed from the front entry of the museum.

    Warmly,

    Mrs. Daly, Mrs. De La Cerda, and Ms. Seyan

  • December 2-6, 2024

    Hi E-2 Families, 

    I hope you and your children had a wonderful long weekend. Mine was a little longer than planned, but I am feeling much better and looking forward to greeting your children first thing Monday morning! 

    There’s so much to catch up on- but for now, here are the need-to know highlights for the week:

    • Reed Holiday Shop opens this week!
      • Students may shop during lunch and after school from 3-4 PM.
        • The gift shop will also be open Tuesday evening from 5:30-7:00 PM.
          • There will be free hot cocoa!!
      • The holiday shop will be in classroom D-2 (down the hall from Mrs. Bauer’s class).
      • Volunteers are welcome. Check out the QR code on the screenshot below to sign up.
    • Sprit Day Friday, December 6th: Star Wars/Disney day! Please see the attachment for more information.
    • Art Vistas will be visiting our classroom on Friday after lunch. This is the class’ favorite! Thank you, Reed families, for supporting this effort,
    • The Reed Winter Concert is next week, Wednesday, December 11th. Third through 5th grades perform from 10:00-10:35Please see the attached screenshot for some details on time, grade levels, and location.
      • Third grade will be performing “December Nights, December Lights” and “Winter Wonderland”. 
      • Students have been working hard during music and will start practicing during class time, as well, so they can be prepared!
      • If you would like to practice at home, the words and instrumental tracks are attached below.
    • Yes, there will be homework this week! We are pretty much back to our regular schedule for the next few weeks, with the exception of a couple of events, including the: 
    • Our Tech Museum Field Trip is scheduled for Wednesday, December 18th.
      • Thank you to those families who completed a form!
      • Thank you to families who were able and willing to donate for the trip!
      • I will make more copies of the form and try to scan and send out a set of forms and information for those who missed the first round. 
      • Please reach out with questions before then-or after! :o)

    As always, please reach out with suggestions or for clarification.

    Warmly,
    Ms. Seyan 

    Winter Wonderland.docxDownload
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