Scholarly

Times Week in Review:

Learn. Lead. Serve. Succeed!

From 11/7 to 11/10

Art

Class of 2028 (Kindergarten)

The Class of 2028 learned the digraphs WH and TH and continued to read and discuss non-Hiction texts. In math, we started our geometry unit and began identifying and drawing circles and rectangles. Ask your scholar the difference between a square and a rectangle and what information he or she learned about sea creatures and children around the world.

Next week, we will continue to identifying shapes and learn to identify and name geometric solids. In phonics, we will begin learning blends, staring with BR and BL and will continue learning about and reading non-Hiction texts. We will also begin our ABC book for our Expedition.

Scholars in the class of 2028 studied the art of the American artist Jasper Johns. They looked at his piece entitled, Colored Alphabet. They wrote the Hirst letter of their name with their favorite primary color. They turned it into a shape by enclosing it. They then learned how to mix the secondary colors and painted these for their background. They are displayed by class to look like Jasper Johns original piece. See above for an example.

Class of 2027 (First Grade)

First graders took part in the Hirst ever Alma Hieldwork experience this week. They did a fantastic job representing our school at the local polling place. Sidewalk campaigners for both candidates commented on scholars excellent behavior and civic engagement. Using what they observed at the polling place, scholars have created the materials and taken on the jobs necessary to run our own mascot election this Thursday. Many thanks to all the parent and grandparent chaperones who made our Hieldwork possible!

All week, scholars have been creating Hlashcards as part of their homework. Please help your scholar to practice his or her Hlashcards each night.

Class of 2026 (Second Grade)

This week in literacy, the Class of 2026 began our study of non-Hiction texts. Scholars learned about tables of contents. They learned how to use a table of contents to make predictions about a book and ask questions. Scholars also learned about using schema (what we already know) to help us learn more about texts we read. Over the next several weeks, scholars will be delving into non-Hiction texts to learn to read them for enjoyment and information. In Expedition, our study of countries continues. This week, scholars created maps of their countries. On Thursday, scholars interviewed experts from each country. Thanks to all of the Alma community members who served as experts!

Alma Attendance this Week: 98%

Star Scholars
Star Scholars come to school every day in the proper uniform, have their homework completed every day, and behave excellently.
Bates

Texas Lutheran

Wheelock

Pomona

Albion

Georgetown

Aiden Abigail Chase Faith Roman Sarah Lucas Jackson Noah Jayda R. Jayda B. Kiara Katherine

Adam Aleah Alyssa Adrean Angelie Gabriel Heaven Jozel

Ayah Carlos Chandler Eli Emily Ezeckiel Jaanai Jorge Kyanna Leily Noah Ryann Ryleigh Samuel Seth Thalia Ty Zoe

Carmen Daisy Emanuel Haley Jayden Justin Kayden Kiana Kya Marijah Morgan Nazyia Noah Riley Rosa Samantha Vado

Keely Kyleigh Hunter Morgan

Donovin Jae-lyn

Learn. Lead. Serve. Succeed!

School Picture Day: November 21!

Scholarly Times Looking Ahead

Friday, 11/11: Veterans Day No School Thursday, 11/17 6:00 PM: Harvest Feast at Alma

Ms. Harris has very generously offered to take a headshot of each scholar at no cost. She will also be taking a photo of each class. Families will receive a proof of the photo and an order form listing prices for prints. Families wishing to order photos will complete the order form and return it along with payment. Photos will be available for the holidays. Scholars will be expected to come to school in uniform for their photos.

Please join scholars, parents, teachers, and other members of the Alma community for a fall feast! It will feature a multicultural potluck dinner, activities, a story time, and an opportunity to give thanks. If you would like to bring food, please complete the sign up form from the Parent Council and return it to school with your scholar on Monday.

Outdoor Recess Policy

In developing our winter recess policies, we have reviewed the policies of other Massachusetts school districts. The guidelines below have been adopted to allow scholars to get out as much as possible while protecting their health and safety:

If the wind chill is under 10 F or the play surface is too icy, scholars will have indoor recess. If the wind chill is 10 F - 15 F, outdoor recess will be shortened. Please make sure that your scholar comes to school with proper outdoor attire every day. If you have speciHic medical concerns about your scholar, please speak with our school nurse.

Donate Coats, Books, & Toys

Do you have coats, other winter clothes, books, or toys that are in good condition? Please consider donating them to Alma del Mar! You may drop off donations at Alma anytime until December 2. Donations will be distributed to families in need of these items. Thanks for your generosity!

Scholastic Book Fair a Success!

Thanks to the leadership of Michelle Russell and the volunteer efforts of many other parents, the Scholastic Book Fair was a great success. As a result of your purchases, Alma classrooms will receive more than $650 worth of free books! There will be Scholastic Book Fairs at Parent Conferences each quarter.

Advice from Our School Nurse: Conjunctivitis

Conjunctivitis (pink eye) is an in_lammation of the conjunctiva (the clean membrane covering the white part of the eye) and the inner surface of the eyelids. It can be caused by an infection or exposure to chemicals or other irritants. It can be spread easily from person to person. Signs and symptoms: Discomfort or feeling of something in your eye Redness of the eye and inner lid Water or pus-like liquid escaping from the eye Lashes stuck together upon waking Itchiness and tearing Call your physician for treatment. This type of infection responds very well to antibiotic eye drops. Your scholar will no longer be contagious after being on antibiotics for at least 2 days after symptoms have cleared up.