Wow! The first week has come and gone! It is hard to believe we are already into our second full week of school! It has been an exciting time in the Cottontail Rabbit classroom. We are learning so much from one another. I am amazed at the independence each Kindergartener shows throughout the day. This truly is a special bunch - one I feel so blessed to be a part of.
Throughout our first week we talked, met and discussed many classroom routines. Our discussions focused on using our Take Home Folder and Cottontail Communicator, identifying the levels of our Voice Scale, ways to use the Four Steps to resolve conflicts, how to use our classroom ticket system, and the importance of our school wide Pack In / Pack Out lunch routine. Ask your Cottontail about these exciting new routines. Look to previous blog posts and our upcoming Classroom Handbook for more information regarding these new routines.
We also discussed the importance of being safe and what to do in case of a fire or severe storm. It was exciting to hear that many of the Cottontails went home and wanted to know more about their family's own at home safety routines. I love to when classroom discussions spark continued conversations at home! In addition, we focused on using our manners at school by brainstorming rules and expectations for ourselves. We recognize their importance as they help us work and grow together.
Lastly, we finished the week by listing the reasons we are excited to be Cottontail Rabbits. Make sure to check out our new "Cottontail" tab to learn more about our class name and designated prairie animal. Don't forget to take a peek at our cottontail rabbit artwork on display in our classroom. It sure is great to be a Cottontail Rabbit!
This week, we will continue our discussions on manners and expectations at school. We begin our seven week focus on our seven Core Virtues by defining and learn about the importance of respect.
Thank you for helping make our first full week together a total success! I look forward to the many more exciting and enriching weeks ahead.
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