New Routine: Star of the Week

As we continue to grow together as a class, I'm excited to present a new activity that brings us closer together - getting to know one another on a more personal level - our new STAR OF THE WEEK routine!  Throughout the coming months, each child will get the chance to be the Star of the Week.  Save the date, mark your calendar, and take a look at our Star of the Week Calendar to see when your child will be featured!  I will also add each student's week to our website's calendar page.  This activity is the perfect way for Kindergarten classmates to get to know each other better.  Last week, and this week, Ms. Chesley and I are taking our turn to show students by sharing fun things from my life through our own Star of the Week weeks.

The week prior to your child's Star of the Week, your child will take home our Star of the Week bag full of materials to help prepare for their Star of the Week to begin the following Monday. In the week before, activities to prepare include:
• Completing the "All About" Poster
• Taking Rufus (our class rabbit) on a "week-in-your-child's-life" photo adventure.
• Gathering Special Photos and Memorabilia
• Finding your child's Favorite Book

The week prior to your child's Star of the Week, I will send home a DETAILED parent letter in the Star of the Week bag and via email.  Please take a look at it now to help your family plan for the tasks that lay ahead.

Below is a quick photo journey through my own Star of the Week preparation.

On the countertop I displayed some of my special memorabilia including my favorite book, my favorite game, some framed photos, Rufus, my Star of the Week crown ;).

On display you will see:
• my special photos
• my "All About" poster - I colored my poster, wrote some words, included pictures of my family, my favorite food, my pet, and me. Your child may include photos and/or drawn pictures.
• my construction paper poster with Rufus's adventures from home
Below are just a few pictures of Rufus's adventures while at home with me.

Some Rufus Examples:

Running Errands

Reading a Book

Brushing Teeth

Doing Dishes

AS ALWAYS, please email me with questions or concerns.  I am happy to help.  Remember to have fun!  Your child is super excited!  What a fun adventure it'll be, and what a fun way to further build our beautiful classroom community and strong friendships.  Thank you for your helping in making this experience memorable.