After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of Herod, Magi form the east came to Jerusalem and asked, "Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw His star in the east and have come to worship him." Matthew 2:1-2
This week our chapel focused on the gifts of the wise men. The wise men brought gifts fit for a King. Many countries give gifts on Epiphany to remember the gifts of the wise men.
As I think about gifts my parents gave me as a child I see the gift of a Christian Education as the best gift. I now know the sacrifices that they made to afford my education at Lutheran Schools. I appreciate the extra time my parents spent helping me and volunteering at my schools. I was always surrounded by those who shared with me the story of Jesus and His love. I received a high quality education that formed me into the person I am today. I was taught the power of prayer and how to live my faith. I was constantly reminded that Jesus loves me. I saw my teachers in church and saw them live a life of service and love to God. I want to thank you for also seeing the importance of a Christian Education. Life is different here at Zion, we are more than a school. We are a family, a family of believers, brothers and sisters in Christ and like a family things are not always perfect, yet we love and forgive each other. We share Christ and we learn about His love. Zion is a great place to be!
Re-enrollment packets are being sent home today. The packets will be in the Friday Folder. It is my prayer that you are all returning to Zion next year. Please take some time to fill out the packets as it helps with planning for next year if the packets are returned quickly. Please contact Mr. Debrick or myself if you have any questions.
A Look Ahead:
Religion: Baptism of Jesus and the Beginning of His Ministry
Memory: John 3:16
Spelling: Lesson 18
Grammar: Using have and had
Phonics: Y sounding like -i and -e
Science: Stars and Constellations
Math: subtracting 2 and working with money
Literacy Centers:
Writing: Thank You Letters
Phonics: ch, sh, and th sounds
Poetry: Penguin poem
Math: Using symmetry to build a penguin
AN AUTHOR VISITS: Mrs Joanne Bader a published author of children's books came to our room today. She has written many Bible story books. Today she came in and read to us a book she wrote. Since many countries give gifts on Epiphany I gave each child a copy of Mrs. Bader's book and she was so kind to autograph them for us. Check out the pictures at the end of the blog!
We have begun working on a book that will be published. We are excited to see our writing in a book.
Book orders magazines are being send home. Orders will be due Friday January 17. Please go online to order your books. https://orders.scholastic.com/GPF69 Use this link to help you order the books!
SIX FLAGS READING PROGRAM: We are participating in the Six Flags Reading Program. Check the Friday Folder for a letter explaining the program and a recording sheet. READING LOGS will be DUE FEBRUARY 24.
We have been talking about being more responsible as now we are getting closer to second grade. The goals we have set for the next weeks are:
-to put our own homework in the folder at home and
to put the folder in our bookbags all by ourselves
- to walk into school by ourselves and take care of the
morning activities
It is good to help the students set and achieve goals. It is also good to help them grow more independent in age appropriate activities. Thanks for your help!
IMPORTANT DATES:
Wednesday, January 15- Donuts for Dads, join us from 7-7:45 in the church basement for a donut breakfast, dads are invited to stay for Chapel at 8:05-8:50.
Friday, January 17- Field trip to the Florissant Civic Center to see the play Teacher From the Black Lagoon. We will have an early sack lunch, NO PEANUT BUTTER PLEASE in our rooms and will travel by bus. The chaperones for this field trip The chaperones will be Mrs. Phipps and Mrs. Hall. We will leave around 11:15 and return at 2:30. Look for a permission form in the Friday Folder.
Friday, January 24- One Hundred Day Celebration!! We need many parent helpers to help prep and run centers. Mrs. Kari McCann is graciously planning this day for us. Please look for information from her about helping with this day.
100 CERAL BOXES: We will need 100 empty cereal boxes by January 24. Please send in your empty cereal boxes!!!
100th Day Service Project: As a service project for Lutheran Schools Week we will try to collect 100 baby food jars to donate to THRIVE, an pro-life organization. Baby food jars maybe sent in beginning January 21.
LUTHERAN SCHOOLS WEEK: JANUARY 27-31 Watch for details next week of special dress days and activities!
February 2, 11:00 We sing in church. Please mark your calendars!
GRANDPARENTS DAY - Save the Date: We invited all Grandparents or special adult friend to attend school on March 14, from 8-12. More information and invitation to come!
Enjoy the pictures and have a snow free weekend!
In HIM,
Amy Bernhardt
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| Learning about synonyms by making 'synonym' rolls. |
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| We adding word 'icing' to our synonym rolls. |
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| If a first grader makes a 'synonym' roll they are going to want to eat a cinnamon roll. |
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| YUM |
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| We then learned about antonyms using the Dr. Seuss Foot Book. |
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| We traced our feet and wrote antonyms. |
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| Then we made a giant foot poster! |
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| We have begun working on our book for publishing. |
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| Rainbow Spelling |
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| Peer Spelling Test Practice |
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| Art this week... |
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| ...of course we painted cardinals in the SNOW! |
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| Students who completed the December Reading Log and had the parent signatures were treated to a bonus book. |
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| Author Mrs. Joanne Bader came to tell us about being an author. |
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| She read on of her books to us. |
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| We loved listening to her. |
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| Thank you Mrs. Bader for the autographs. |
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