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2nd Grade Newsletter from Mrs. Ihekweazu, Dr. Jamison, Mrs.
Thompson, and Mrs. Wade

Newsletter for the Week of November 7-11, 2016

Next Week in English Language Arts
Use knowledge of how syllables work to read multisyllabic
words.
http://www.learninggamesforkids.com/vocabulary_games/syllables
.html
Ask and answer literal and inferential questions to
demonstrate understanding of a text; use specific details
to make inferences and draw conclusions in texts heard or
read. http://study.com/academy/lesson/drawing-conclusions-from-a-readingselection.html
Write an opinion piece, transitional words, and
prepositional phrases
Opinion Writing: http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/top-

teaching/2015/03/graphic-organizers-opinion-writing
Transitional Words Chart

http://www.scholastic.com/teachers/sites/default/files/posts/u133/pdfs/opini
on_words_and_phrases.pdf
Use print and multimedia resources to determine or clarify
the precise meaning of words and phrases.
https://www.ixl.com/standards/south-carolina/ela/grade 3?
documentId=2020000040&subsetId=2020000041

Spelling Words:

rabbit, napkin, tiger, pilot, bird,

turtle, boat, explain, compete,
decide, table, little
High Frequency Words: close, something, seem, next

Next Week in Math

Assessments will be given on Thursdays and/or Fridays.

1-4 Stories about Separating - Students will write subtraction

sentences to solve stories about separating groups
1-5 Stories about Comparing Students will write subtraction
sentences to solve stories about comparing groups
1-6 Connecting Addition and Subtraction Students will write
related addition and subtraction facts
1-7 Problem Solving: Use Objects Students will use counters to
model and solve addition and subtraction problems

https://www.ixl.com/math/grade-2

Next Week in Science

It is essential for students to learn that a solid has its own shape,
examples of solids are a chair, rock, or a table, some properties of
solids are color, shape, size, weight, texture, sinks or floats,
hardness and magnetism)
It is essential for students to know that liquids do not have its own
shape, they take the shape of the container they are in; A liquid
can flow, be poured or spilled, and it can change to a solid by
freezing, for example, water to ice cubes)
Liquid
A liquid is a form of matter that does not have its own shape.
A liquid takes the shape of the container it is in.
A liquid can flow, be poured, or spilled.
A liquid can change to a solid by freezing, for example, water to
ice cubes.
Solids
A solid is the only form of matter that has its own shape.
Some examples of solids are a chair, a rock, or a table.
Some properties of solids are color, shape, size, weight,
texture, sinks, floats, hardness, and magnetism.
Assessments will be given on Thursdays and/or Fridays.

http://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/ks2/science/materials/solids_liquids_gases/read
/1/

Next Week in Social Studies

Recognize characteristics of the local region, including its
geographic features and natural resources. Students
need to know the definition of natural resources,
and be able to identify geographic features such as
mountains, rivers, islands, and oceans. Students
must be able to identify those resources that are
relevant to their local region.
http://studysc.org/elementary/sc-regions

Assessments and Classwork

During the 1st quarter, we read all assessments to

students. We will no longer read assessments and
classwork to students unless we are required to do
so based on an individualized education plan. As
we prepare them for third grade and standardized
testing, we expect students to be able to function
more independently as the school year progresses.
Allowing them to complete assignments more
independently will give us and you, as the parent, a
clearer picture of students strengths and
weaknesses. Make sure that your child is reading at
home daily. There are many free resources on the
internet that will allow students to practice reading
and math skills.
Assessments will be given on Thursdays and/or Fridays.

Monthly Reading Log

Reading logs are due on or before the last school

day of each month. This counts as a reading grade.
Students are to read 20 books per month. If you
ever misplace your reading log, you can write it on
a sheet of paper or request another one. A parents
signature is required on the reading log to get
credit.
Upcoming Dates
Our annual second grade program will be held on December 8th.
We would like to inform you of the attire early just in case you
would like to start looking for these items now.
The attire will be as follows:
Girls: White dresses and shoes
Boys: White shirt, black slacks, red tie or bowtie, and black shoes
Incentive Program/Classroom Incentives
All students were given a challenge at the beginning of the year
to work hard and be on their best behavior. Your son or daughter
will receive one of the following behavior ratings: (E-excellent, Ssatisfactory, N-needs improvement, or U-unsatisfactory) Students
receiving an excessive amount of Ns and Us, will not be able to
participate in/receive school or class sponsored events/treats. We
will reward students who may be having some academic
struggles, but are trying their best with their work and behaves
appropriately. We want to acknowledge students persistence in
trying to accomplish the goals set forth by teachers and
administrators.

Assessments will be given on Thursdays and/or Fridays.