Words for the Week from Brenda and Elaine ~ 4/28/08
We had a beautiful celebration last week for Jodi’s last day. We adapted “These are a few of Jodi’s Favorite Things” and sang it for Jodi at All School Sing. Many thanks to Sandy and Max for designing, packaging and making the beautiful, heartfelt quilt. When we presented the quilt to Jodi at All School Sing it brought tears to her eyes. After looking at it she immediately wrapped it around her shoulders and snuggled in for the rest of the celebration.
Back in the classroom we had our own celebration. Jodi was taken on a scavenger hunt by K.J. and Max in the woods, while the rest of us practiced our Circle Dance. We gathered in a circle clapping to a little Sister Sledge- Funk “We are family” and everyone entered the center to dance. I never knew we had so many break-dancers in our class. Jodi and I showed everyone how to do “The Bump.” It was so much fun. Then, Max and K.J. got us all doing the Limbo. Many thanks to Lisa and Eddie for the most decadent German chocolate cake I’ve ever tasted; complete with 18 flowers—one for each year Jodi has been at Marlboro. To end our day Jodi presented each child with a book and saying. It was beautiful.
We finished presenting our Book Reviews at All School Sing. It took some courage to stand up in front of the whole school and read the reviews. Everyone did a great job. Bravo!
Don’t be surprised if your child comes home a little more tired than usual this week. We will spend some time getting to know Elaine, our new classroom assistant, and working together as a group re-establishing routines.
Homework
1) Read for 30 Minutes-NEW: Fill in the reading sheet and bring in on Friday
2) Record Spring Observation Sheet
3) Study for the Spelling quiz on Friday
4) Practice your instruments
Posted: April 28th, 2008 under 34.