Mrs. Bologna's 2nd Grade

Dear Parents of 2nd Grade Students,

Thank you so much for all your support and cooperation this year.  The students have grown so much and they will do great things in 3rd grade!  I know Mrs. Citrone is looking forward to this class.

Here is a great way to keep your child in top shape during the summer in order to get ready for 3rd grade:

https://www.amazon.com/Summer-Bridge-Activities%C2%AE-Grades-Activities/dp/148381582X/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1528378327&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=summer+bridge+activities+2-3&psc=1

They only do a few pages a day and it keeps their brains ready to learn.  They won't "forget" something come September.

Reading books is another great way to keep their brains in shape!  They shouldn't just read the summer reading book for Mrs. Citrone.  They should read other 2nd and 3rd grade chapter books.  They do have a Reading Log that they must complete over the summer for September.  The library is a great place to go in the summer!

You can Google "free 2nd grade worksheets" or "free 2nd grade online games" to help your child too.

The students also asked if I could give them subtraction with regrouping sheets so they can practice this summer.  Of course I could! ;)  I gave each student a packet so he/she can practice this important skill.

Have a wonderful & blessed summer!  Thank you for the wonderful gifts and the sweet cards.  

Enjoy your vacation!  Make sure you go to Mass!

Mrs. Bologna

Mrs. Bologna's 2nd Grade
kurz@stlucys.org

Reminders

1) The students must be in their full uniform and have all their supplies on the first day of school!

Tests/Assignments

Monday, September 10 - Summer Reading and Math Assignments
 
What We're Doing in Class

Religion - We will

Reading - We will

Phonics - We will

ELA - We will

Math - We will

I expect that the students can add and subtract one digit and two digit numbers (without regrouping).  This was done in 1st grade.  We reviewed these concepts at the beginning of the year, but they should practice at home if they are still having trouble.

Science - We will 

Social Studies - We will 

Spelling - We will 

For every lesson, the students will write each word 3x, write sentences for each word, and complete the practice pages.  A test will be given every Friday, unless otherwise noted.

Handwriting - We will 

More Reminders

Gym is on _________.  The students must wear the gym uniform: St. Lucy's School sweatpants, t-shirt, and sweatshirt.  They must also wear plain sneakers: all white for the girls and all black for the boys.  The shoes cannot have any colors.  As per Mr. Calderin, if a student is not prepared for gym class, he/she will not be able to participate in class.

Please cover  ALL BOOKS with clear contact paper.  This protects the books from ripping. Write your child's full name and grade in permanent black marker on the inside front cover.

Only ONE coloring/activity book is allowed in class.  Extra notebooks and drawing pads are not allowed.

Second grade goes to Mass on ________.  Fr. Pergjini expects that the students respond and behave themselves during Mass.  Please speak to your child about proper Church etiquette.

If you send in money, it MUST be in an envelope! I will NOT take any money not in an envelope. Please include your child's full name, grade, & destination of the envelope.  This is to ensure that it gets to the proper recipient and you are credited for any money that you gave in.

The students are responsible for being prepared everyday with all of their supplies & anything they may need for the day (homework, books, sharpened pencils, crayons, etc...).  Demerits or other consequences will be given to any student not prepared for class.

The students' first & last names must be on all tests, homework, classwork, quizzes, and projects.   FIVE POINTS will be deducted if a student hands in his/her work without a name.  The students are reminded many times to write both names!

The St. Lucy's School uniform policy is strictly enforced.  Your child must be in his/her full uniform, including the sweater vest, everyday.  As per Mrs. Stefanini, a demerit will be given if any student is out of uniform. Please refer to the planner for the full uniform policy.  If you need to order a uniform, please go to http://www.bigappleuniforms.com/

Please put your child's full name & grade 2-1 inside all books, notebooks, folders, sweaters, coats, supplies, etc...in permanent black marker.

If your child is absent, you MUST call the main office before 9:00 am.  You may request homework at that time as well or you can email me.  When your child returns to school, a note/email must be given/emailed to the teacher stating the dates the child was absent & the reason.  This is stated in the student planner & are rules set by New York State.  It is MANDATORY that you call the school & send in an absent note/email.

If students are absent, they are  responsible for any work that they missed.  They will take any tests they missed on the day they return to school.  If any assignment was due on the day they were absent, they must hand it in the day they return.  They must make up their work in a timely manner.

BOX TOPS - We are still collecting Box Tops! Here are the ways that you can help:
a) Continue to send in the box tops from the products you use.
b) Go to  www.btfe.com and register under St. Lucy School, Bronx.
c) Encourage your friends & family to check for Box Tops in their homes too!

Spelling Words

These are the 10 words from the Spelling workbook, page ____.

The students will write each word in ABC order three times (3x) in their Spelling notebook, write a sentence for each word, and complete the workbook pages. They will be tested every Friday on all ten words, unless otherwise noted.

1) 

Dear Parents,

Please note that I must have THREE DAYS notice for any food items that you want to send into my classroom.  Please wait for a confirmation email before you send in anything.  I do not check my email on the weekends.

I have a few children with allergies/food restrictions and I must notify their parents that cupcakes or some other snack item is coming in.  This is to give them time to bring in an alternative snack.  It would be unfair if some students were left out.

Do not ask me the day of your child's birthday if you can bring in cupcakes and juice that same day. Your request will be denied.  Any snacks or cupcakes sent in without my permission will be sent home!

Only send in juice/water and ONE treat (cupcakes OR cookies OR donuts) per student.  I will not give out any extra snacks.  Cake is not allowed!

Goody bags and balloons are NOT allowed and will be sent back home.  Pencils are fine and I will give those out to the students.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Mrs. Bologna
 
 

On this page, I will add links to articles that I think parents would find interesting.  If you come across an article that you think others would enjoy, please email it to me :)

Back to School Apps to Help Parents Help their Kids
http://abcnews.go.com/Lifestyle/back-school-apps-parents-kids/story?id=33905575
 
Why Writing By Hand Could Make You Smarter
http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/memory-medic/201303/why-writing-hand-could-make-you-smarter
 
Benefits of Cursive
http://www.nytimes.com/roomfordebate/2013/04/30/should-schools-require-children-to-learn-cursive/the-benefits-of-cursive-go-beyond-writing
 
M is for Monkeybars: Getting Ready for Writing
http://movingsmartblog.blogspot.com/2011/05/m-is-for-monkeybars-getting-ready-for.html
 
How Much Sleep Do Children Need?
http://www.webmd.com/parenting/guide/sleep-children
 
Avoiding Homework Wars
http://www.greatschools.org/students/homework-help/745-avoiding-homework-wars.gs
 
How Parents Can Help Their Children With Homework
http://www.sylviarimm.com/article_homework.html
 
Parents Guide to the Common Core
https://www.engageny.org/parent-guides-to-the-common-core-standards
 
How to Help Your Child in School
http://www.rif.org/us/literacy-resources/articles/44-proven-ideas-parents-can-use-to-help-their-children-do-better-in-school.htm
 
Raising Readers
http://www.rif.org/us/literacy-resources/articles/raising-readers.htm
 
High Expectations Encourage Achievement
http://www.sylviarimm.com/article_expectations.html
 
Tips to Encourage All Readers
http://www.sylviarimm.com/article_readtips.html
 
Improving Your Child's Performance in the Second Half of the Year
http://www.sylviarimm.com/article_improvingperf.html
 
Organizational Skills
http://www.sylviarimm.com/article_organize.html
 
The United Front Between Parents & Teachers
http://www.sylviarimm.com/article_united-parent-teacher.html
 
 

Monday, September 3

Labor Day - No School!

Tuesday, September 4

Teacher Meeting - No School!

Wednesday, September 5

1) 

Thursday, September 6

1) 

Friday, September 7

Go to Mass!