Kindergarten Loudermilk's News

Welcome Back!

I hope you enjoyed the Holidays!!  Don't forget that school is closed on Monday, January 16 in honor of MLK's birthday.  See you on Tuesday :)

Native American Day

We are busy getting ready for Native American Day!  It is November 18.  Please continue to send in the empty containers with lids.  They can be empty coffee cans, Baby Formula cans, or other types of this size.  We will be making drums with them.  Thank you!

Conference Week October 24-28

October 24-28 is Conference Week. 

It will be Early Release all week.  I look forward to seeing you and bragging on your children :)

Hello!  I hope everyone is having a great week!  Check out my Pages section.  I've posted some great resources for extra practice at home.

Its been a great first two days of school so far!  Only a few glitches but everything is beginning to run smoother :)  Your child is bringing home a yellow folder.  Please check it daily for information.  If you need to send a note/money to us put it in the plastic sleeve.  Also, if there are any transportation changes let us know in writing.  Thank you!  Its going to be a great year!

Paige Loudermilk

Welcome to Kindergarten!

Dear Parents,

It was wonderful meeting you at the Meet and Greet on Friday!  I am very excited about this year and I know your children are  as well.  I will send home more information about our class in your child's yellow daily take home folder.  Be sure to send it back with your child daily.  

Just a heads up about the first day, your child is very excited and may be anxious when they arrive at school.  Your child may express initial anxiety with tears but I promise that it quickly fades.  It is often best to briefly walk in with your child, reassure them with lots of hugs and kisses, and quickly leave with a smile!  I am a parent too and I completely understand that your "smile" may hard  especially if this is your first :)  You will be amazed at how well the children adapt and gain independence!  Remember to attend the Tears and Tissues gathering to help encourage you :)

Here are a few more first day of school reminders:

• Bring a healthy snack in a sealable sandwich bag.  
• A towel for rest time
• Extra change of clothes (just in case!)  
• Send the name tag with your child
• Review with your child how they will come home the first day/week etc.  
• PLEASE send a note if transportation has changed! 

I hope this helps make the transition go smoothly!  

Sincerely,

Paige Loudermilk

Please send a composition  or spiral bound notebook  for your child.  We will be using it for guided writing activities.  Thanks!

School Nutrition Week

Next week is School Nutrition Week.  The cafeteria is promoting Welch's PACK week .  Each day the students and staff are encouraged to dress in the color of the day.  The cafeteria will be serving fruits and vegetables to correspond with the day's color.  

Monday is purple.

Tuesday is white.

Wednesday is red.

Thursday is yellow/orange.

Friday is green.

I want to remind you about the Nursery Rhyme Parade on October 15.  You and your child can create a costume that reflects their favorite nursery rhyme.  Some examples could be a candlestick for Jack Be Nimble or a toy lamb for Mary Mary Quite Contrary.  Be as creative as you want!  Remember to have clothes to change back into after the parade.  I look forward to seeing what you come up with :)

Paige Loudermilk