March 5, 2026

Dear Families, 

We have had fun learning about fractions this week! The next time you have a pizza or cut  a sandwich ask your child what fractions they can create! We also had a great time learning at the beach! The students brought a lot of sunshine into our classroom

First Grade Tricky Words

Here are the tricky words we have been or will be practicing this school year. Please have your child continue to practice reading and writing these words.  We have worked on Unit 1-5  in class so far.

Looking for some games and activities to help your child practice tricky words in a fun and exciting way?  Check out these ideas!

Literacy

Click here for the newest caregiver letter!

Expected Behaviors

We are continuing to work hard on showing expected behaviors. Gentle reminders at home are very helpful. As a reminder the Cougar 5 are:

• Follow Directions

• Use Kind words

• Keep hands and feet to self  

• Make safe choices

• Do my Best

Recess

As the weather is unpredictable this time of year, please send your child with coats to keep them warm at recess.  Recess is still so early in the morning that we are not at the peak high temperature for the day yet. We go outside every day and we want to make sure that your child is dressed appropriately for the weather at that time of day.

Important Dates

Nothing for next week! 

February 27, 2026

First Grade Tricky Words

Here are the tricky words we have been or will be practicing this school year. Please have your child continue to practice reading and writing these words.  We have worked on Unit 1-5  in class so far.

Looking for some games and activities to help your child practice tricky words in a fun and exciting way?  Check out these ideas!

Literacy

Click here for the newest caregiver letter!

Beach Day

First Grade Beach Day on Friday, March 6th! Students are invited to wear summer clothes including: shorts, tank tops, sunglasses, and flip-flops  for our celebration (no bare tummies please.) Students can also bring a towel to sit on during our activities! Please remember that it is still very cold, and  students need to come prepared to be outside when they leave “the beach.” 

Important Dates

Monday, March 2nd-No School-District Holiday

Friday, March 6th- First Grade Beach Day

February 20, 2026

Dear Families,

We had a great week wrapping up Trimester 2.  Students are making such great

progress during First Grade.  It is hard to believe we only have one trimester left! 

Time sure flies by when you're having fun learning.  Talk to your student about what

their favorite part of the trimester was and what they can do to make trimester 3

even better!   

First Grade Tricky Words

Here are the tricky words we have been or will be practicing this school year. Please

have your child continue to practice reading and writing these words.  We have worked on Unit 1-5  in class so far.

Looking for some games and activities to help your child practice tricky words in a fun

and exciting way?  Check out these ideas!

Literacy

Click here for the newest caregiver letter!

Beach Day

First Grade Beach Day on Friday, March 6th! Students are invited to wear summer

clothes including: shorts, tank tops, sunglasses, and flip-flops  for our celebration

(no bare tummies please.) Students can also bring a towel to sit on during our

activities! Please remember that it is still very cold, and  students need to come

prepared to be outside when they leave “the beach.” 

Important Dates

Friday, February 20th-Last day of Trimester 2

Friday, February 27th-Trimester 2 Report Cards online

Monday, March 2nd-No School-District Holiday

February 13, 2026

 

Hi Families!

What a “LOVEly”   week we had.  The students enjoyed exchanging valentines with their classmates.  It was so touching to see all of their happy faces when they received such heartfelt valentines from their friends!  Thank you to our wonderful volunteers who planned such fun games and activities for our Valentine’s Day Party! 

First Grade Tricky Words

Here are the tricky words we have been or will be practicing this school year. Please have your child continue to practice reading and writing these words.  We have worked on Unit 1-5  in class so far.

Looking for some games and activities to help your child practice tricky words in a fun and exciting way?  Check out these ideas!

Literacy

Click here for the newest caregiver letter! 

Headphones

Please check with your child to see if they have working headphones. It is very helpful for students to successfully complete their independent work. 

Important Dates

Monday, February 16 - No School - District Holiday

Friday, February 20th-Trimester 2 ends

Friday, February 27 -Trimester 2 Report Cards online

Monday, March 2-No School-District Holiday

February 6, 2026

Dear Families,

We are looking forward to celebrating Valentine’s Day as a class on Friday, February 13 and continuing to build our friendships! As a reminder, we will be passing out valentines and having a celebration. Please help your child check that they have a valentine for everyone in our class. There is NO FOOD allowed on the valentines. We are looking forward to a LOVE-ly day!

Valentine's Day

We are all looking forward to Valentine's Day on February 13th. If you choose to include an item with your child's Valentines, please note that only non-food items are allowed.  Please see attached letter for more information! 

First Grade Tricky Words

Here are the tricky words we have been or will be practicing this school year. Please have your child continue to practice reading and writing these words.  We have worked on Unit 1-4  in class so far.

Looking for some games and activities to help your child practice tricky words in a fun and exciting way?  Check out these ideas!

Expected Behaviors

We are continuing to work hard on showing expected behaviors. Gentle reminders at home are very helpful. As a reminder the Cougar 5 are:

• Follow directions

• Use kind words

• Keep hands and feet to self  

• Make safe choices

• Do my best

Important Dates

-Tuesday, February 10th-Early Release-2:05 pm dismissal

-Friday, February 13 - Valentine’s Day Party and Pass Out Valentines; Half Day of School-11:45 am dismissal

-Monday, February 16 - No School

-Friday, February 20-Trimester 2 Ends

Thank you for all of your support!

January 30, 2026

 Dear Families,

What a wonderful week we had! On the 100th day of school, the students did many fun activities including making creations with 100 items. The students are definitely 100 days smarter!  

Valentine's Day

We are all looking forward to Valentine's Day on February 13th. If you choose to include an item with your child's Valentines, please note that only non-food items are allowed.  Please see attached letter for more information! 

Literacy

Click here for the newest caregiver letter! 

First Grade Tricky Words

Here are the tricky words we have been or will be practicing this school year. Please have your child continue to practice reading and writing these words.  We have worked on Unit 1-4  in class so far.

Looking for some games and activities to help your child practice tricky words in a fun and exciting way?  Check out these ideas!

Math

Click here for the newest family letter.

Expected Behaviors

We are continuing to work hard on showing expected behaviors. Gentle reminders at home are very helpful. As a reminder the Cougar 5 are:

• Follow Directions

• Use Kind words

• Keep hands and feet to self  

• Make safe choices

• Do my Best

Important Dates

Thursday, February 5th- I am Me, We are Kildeer 

Friday, February 6- Super Bowl Day! - Wear your favorite football team’s jersey!

Friday, February 13th- Valentine’s Day Party

January 23, 2026

 Hi Families!

We hope you stayed warm during this chilly week! This week we started our next unit of science, The Sun, Moon and Stars. We began learning about the sun’s patterns and how shadows are formed.  Ask your child what they know about the sun rising and setting each day! 

100th Day of School!

Friday, January 30th is the 100th day of school!! First Grade has made us so much wiser and older.  :) If your child would like to participate in dressing up, then they can come as a 100-year-old person or wear a shirt themed for the 100th day.  This is completely optional and just for fun to honor the special day.  Please remember that we will still be going to specials that day, so bring gym shoes and wear an outfit that will be ok to go to P.E. in.  

Valentine's Day

We are all looking forward to Valentine's Day on February 13th. If you choose to include an item with your child's Valentines, please note that only non-food items are allowed.  Please see attached letter for more information! 

Literacy

Click here for the newest caregiver letter! 

First Grade Tricky Words

Here are the tricky words we have been or will be practicing this school year. Please have your child continue to practice reading and writing these words.  We have worked on Unit 1-4  in class so far.

Looking for some games and activities to help your child practice tricky words in a fun and exciting way?  Check out these ideas!

Expected Behaviors

We are continuing to work hard on showing expected behaviors. Gentle reminders at home are very helpful. As a reminder the Cougar 5 are:

• Follow Directions

• Use Kind words

• Keep hands and feet to self  

• Make safe choices

• Do my Best

Important Dates

-Friday, January 23rd-Crazy Hat/Hair Day

-Friday, January 30th-100th Day of School

Have a wonderful weekend!