Happy Fall! We have been celebrating our new season the last 2 days in class with watercolor leaf art and tearing paper apples. We can't wait to show off our work during fall conferences. October is approaching quickly, so please be watching for information in regards to your conference date and time. They will be held on October 8th and 9th, if you have a scheduling conflict please contact me immediately so we can work something out. I am anxious to meet with each of you to discuss your child's progress. They are doing awesome!
We started our handwriting workshop this week. It went very well and the kids seemed to enjoy it. Thanks again to all of the parents who were able to donate supplies and a BIG THANKS to my volunteers...it would not be possible to have the workshop without your help! I appreciate you both! This week we also started our Star of the Week board. Mrs. Wright is the "Star" this week and the kids are getting a feel for how it will work. Each child will be assigned a week throughout the year to share with the class about themselves. A packet of information will go home with your child on the Wednesday before your child's week. We would love for each family to participate in an activity for their child's "Star Week" as well, so be thinking of ideas!
This week we have focused on only one letter I, but also talked about the word I. Ask your child to brainstorm words that begin with this letter or to use the word I in a sentence. We are continuing on with chapter 5 in math (numbers through 31) and the kids are doing great! It is always helpful to reinforce the learning at home by having your child count and write the numbers 0-31.
Penny Wars are on! Kinder classes are competing against First grade and Mrs. Wright's class is doing well. So far we have collected $6.56, keep bringing in those pennies! All of the monies collected will go to student council which in turn will be used for educational purposes. Any donations help!
To each of you...thanks for all of your help and participation with our class. Each of you are able to contribute in your own way and I appreciate all that you do!
Mary Wolters
Hi! My name is Mary Wolters. This is my seventh year teaching at Simonton. I taught second grade for four years and this is my third year teaching Kindergarten. I have 3 children; ages 22, 20 and 17. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, a Master’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, a Reading Endorsement and an ESL Endorsement. I am looking forward to an awesome year with your children!
Trisha Wright
Welcome to kindergarten students and parents. It is my pleasure to introduce myself to you. My name is Trisha Wright and this is my sixth year teaching kindergarten at Simonton. I am a graduate of Arizona State University with my bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education. Kids and teaching are my passion and I look forward to working with each and every one of you. I am excited to start a fun filled school year with your child and would like to thank you for allowing me to be a part of your child’s first year in school.
Kelly Trowbridge
Welcome to Kindergarten! My name is Kelly Trowbridge and I was born and raised in Tempe, Arizona. I graduated from Northern Arizona University with a degree in Elementary Education in 2006, a Masters degree in Early Childhood Education in 2008, and a Masters degree in Elementary Education with a Reading Endorsement in 2009. This will be my third year of teaching at Simonton. This is my second year of teaching kindergarten but my first year of teaching an am/pm session. Teaching is my passion and I cannot imagine doing anything else. I am very excited and enthusiastic about getting the opportunity in helping your child start or continue his or her educational career.
Joline King
Welcome Kindergarten at Kathryn Sue Simonton Elementary School. We are so excited to be your partner in educating your child. My name is Joline King and this is my twenty-first year teaching, my eighth for the J.O. Combs District. I am a fourth generation Arizonian and have made the East Valley my home with husband, three children and our beloved dog Salvador for the past twenty-three years. I graduated from Brigham Young University with a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Early Childhood after completing an Associates Degree from Eastern Arizona College. I also have a Master's Degree in Adult Education and Distance Learning. My children, both at home and at school are my greatest joy! I have three children that are almost grown: Matthew 24, Jennifer 20 and Bryant 18. I look forward to a great year full of fun and lots of learning.