B-412 Information
From Ms. Clock, January 2025
Hello B-412 families, and happy new year! We are excited to be back together at CLS! December was so incredibly full of joy! B-412 students participated in what we call “Operation Appreciation”, making and gifting thank-you tokens for our CLS staff. We also spent some time with Ms. Zeng’s class and Mr. Grover’s class on the last day before break making snowflakes together. On top of everything else we had happening, what an amazing month we had! Full hearts for sure! ❤️. It was wonderful to see so many of you at our Celebration of Learning, too! B-412 is a very special community. Thank you all for your kindness, support, and generosity!
We’ll be getting back into our routines and work habits in the early part of January. Responsive Classroom structures stress the importance of reconnecting and rebuilding relationships not only with each other, but with the environment and expectations as well. It is beneficial for everyone - students, staff, and families as well. Homework will resume on Monday, January 6th with the next packet. This month we will also be completing some mid year evaluations. Students will be taking the MAP assessments on the computer in both ELA and math, and will also be meeting individually with Ms. Clock, Ms. Smyth, or Ms. Mills to assess their current reading level. While students may often feel apprehensive about tasks like these, we can say with confidence that B-412 students are excited to participate. Every single day, students approach us with “Is it my turn to read with you? I want it to be my turn!” 😂 We love to see the determination and the confidence! This class is full of hardworking students, and it’s wonderful to see their excitement for learning - even with tasks like these!
What We're Learning
English Language Arts
- Shared Reading and Writing: We will read and write together.
- Reading Comprehension and Written Responses: Learn how to understand what we read and write about it.
- Grammar: We will study parts of speech, punctuation, and vocabulary.
- Fluency Practice: Practice reading smoothly and clearly.
- Chapter Book: We will read "The Magnificent Makers: How To Test A Friendship."
Math
- Choral Counting and Counting Collections: Count together and explore different ways to count.
- Daily Number Talks and Error Analysis: Discuss numbers and learn from mistakes.
- Regrouping Practice and Review: Practice regrouping in addition and subtraction.
- Multiplication and Division: Learn facts and procedures for multiplying and dividing.
- Angles: Discover different types of angles and their vocabulary.
Social Studies
- Colonial Era: We will start learning about the colonial period and what life was like for people back then. We’ll also look at some everyday skills they used.
Home Connection
👦🏽👧🏻 IEP MEETING SCHEDULING 👦🏽👧🏻
IEP meetings are coming up soon for many B-412 students. Ms. Clock will reach out to you for scheduling. IEP meetings can be held in person, on Zoom, or over the phone.
❓ Do You Need Anything? 📦
Some families have asked if there is anything we need for the classroom. THANK YOU! Room B-412 would be grateful for:
- Clorox Wipes
- Baby Wipes
Important Dates
📆 DAYS OFF THIS MONTH 📆
- Monday, 1/20
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
- Wednesday, 1/29
Lunar New Year
📣Parent Association Happenings 👨👩👧👦
Friday, 1/10 @ 6:00 PM
PA Meeting & Family Fitness Night
Saturday, 1/11 @ 12:00 PM
Clothing & Goods Swap
📸 PICTURE DAY 📸
TUESDAY, 1/28
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out.