Where did September go? Wow, I guess time really does "fly" when you are having fun. Having fun...we are! This week we are learning the letters L and K. We are also doing some science exploration with apples. Ask your kindergarten student to tell you three facts that they have learned about apples in class. We are still working on Chapter 5 in math (numbers through 31) and I am amazed how the kids are doing. Usually learning the numbers 12-31 is difficult, but this year the class is really catching on and doing well. Keep up the practice at home, it is proving to be helpful!
The month of October is jam packed with fun. Please mark your calendar with these important dates, you will not want to miss out on:
* 10/2-10/8 School Book Fair...come check out the great books and pick a book to add to your child's library.
* 10/9 Awards Assembly 9:30 am
* 10/24 Fall Festival 9:30-1:30 pm Rides, games and crafts...DON'T miss out!
* 10/27 Math Night 6-7 pm
* 10/28 Read to Kids Day Sign up with your child's teacher to come in and read.
* 10/30 Harvest Party and Character Parade I will need parent helpers...email me if you are interested.
Next week we will begin our science exploration of pumpkins and bats. We will also be learning the letters B & K. Please remember that October 8th and 9th are parent teacher conferences and dismissal is at 11:00 am. Conference slips went home today, so check your child's folder and send the slip back confirming your time. If you need to reschedule, contact me ASAP.
Well, it has been a great month and I look forward to the harvest fun we will be having during the month of October in class. If you haven't got a chance to visit our classroom...stop by. We love to have parents join us!
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.