Welcome back to school!  The new year has started off with a bang!  We are practicing our routines so classrooms will run smoothly this year.  Phonics will be a huge focus this year in the second grade.  The students have already been reviewing short vowels and blends. We will have our first spelling test on Friday!  Be sure your child turns in their spelling homework tomorrow as well.  We are also writing our autobiographies and practicing comprehension strategies.

In Math we have been reviewing single digit addition using the strategy "part-part whole."  We are using correct vocabulary such as addends and sums.  In Science and Social Studies we are learning about rules and safety.

We are excited with the wonderful group of boys and girls we have in the second grade.  Thank you for sharing your precious children with us!