December!

Well, December is upon us.  I can hardly believe it. I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving break. We have been so busy here at school, that I haven't had time to post updates.  I did add some pictures and our 100's Club kiddos!  I need to add all the kiddos that know their ABC's and sounds...which might I add...is almost everyone!  This month we will be taking the winter STAR test.  I can't wait to see the growth!  Please check on the December newsletter for what is going on.  We have a ton of things this month.  Please remember to bring in canned goods this week, as well.  Thanks for everything you do!

Important Info

Thursday, November 7th will be Parent/Teacher Conferences!  Please contact the school to set up a time.  I would love to meet with each of you.
Also, we would love to have you volunteer on our shirt painting day next week!
Have a great day.

BOO!

Happy Halloween from Mrs. Dana and Mrs. Janet's Kindergarten!

To stay in the know...

Visit our PTO's Facebook page for current events!

Symsonia PTO

We had an amazing field trip to the Pumpkin Barn and the Fire Station!

Red Ribbon Week:  October 28-November 1

October 31st-Fall Harvest Party-Costumes Allowed (No face paint, masks, or prop weapons)

Mrs. Dana's Kindergarten in The Three Bears.

Check out these actors and actresses!  They did a fantastic job!  We learned all about setting, characters, and major events in a story.  Watch out, Hollywood!

Happy Friday!

Today was a great day! We had a magic show about nutrition which the kids loved! Plus, the weather rocked! I think fall is on its way. Scholastic book orders are due on the 26th, Fall Festival is Saturday, September 21st, and our field trip is October 3rd. I will be adding some pictures soon from our learning. I hope you enjoy. Oh, and Luke's dad, Jared, was our Watch Dog, today! Thanks so much, Jared!

Homework Schedule Monday Night: Snappy Words Wednesday Night: Snappy Words Thursday Night: Read Book--- Reminders: Please remember to initial the behavior chart each night! Also, initial the reading log each Thursday night.   Last but not least, thanks to Chloe's dad for being SES's very first Watch Dog!  We really appreciated his help.

Mrs. Dana's Kindergarten Kiddos!

Thrilling Thursday!

This week has been really fun! We are learning about the letter L and its sound. We have also been learning our shapes and colors. We are also really working hard on writing our names. If you have time, let them practice at home. It is really important that you emphasize letter placement, as well. You could also visit the youTube links on my blog for fun learning songs. Don't forget the PTO meeting is this afternoon and the Watch Dogs Meeting is tonight. Have a great afternoon!

Alphabet Fun!



So much fun!

We went on a bear hunt for Corduroy's button.  Mrs. Missi had a button, but it wasn't the right one.  I hope we find it soon!

We practiced our name writing with our marker boards.  It was pretty fun!

First Day of School

We survived our first day, and it was great! Please remember to return all paperwork as soon as possible. Thanks so much.

Summer is Quickly Coming to an End!

Hey gang!
I hope everyone has had an amazing summer.  I know I have.  I have been camping and fishing at Kentucky Lake every chance I've gotten!  I traveled to Gulf Shores and Key West.  I even reeled in a shark.  Needless to say, I have made the most of my time off!  Now, it is time to get ready for a new year of Kindergarten.  I am so excited to spend the next year with all of my new kiddos.  Please follow my blog for pictures and information.  See you Tuesday!
Mrs. Dana

Polar Plunge 2013

So, I have decided to participate in the Polar Plunge in February with a few teachers here at Symsonia.  It is a very worthy venture, and I am excited to take part.  Each participant is asked to raise money.  If there is anyone that enjoys my classroom blog, please feel free to contribute through my personal page.  I will have a link below!  Any amount makes a difference, and I would appreciate any help!!!

Dana Dowdy's Polar Plunge Page