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.
- 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.
Thank you for your time and attention. As always, please reach out with concerns, suggestions, or questions.
Warmly,
Ms. Seyan
A-2 All-Stars 