I hope everyone got to hear some great stories from the field trip! We had a great time and the students are still talking about the trip today.
This week, we are starting our bug unit. We will be learning about bugs for the next three weeks. We will get to learn about the parts of a bug, all different kinds of bugs, as well as do some cool bug crafts. Students will also get the opportunity to write a mini bug report!
In Math, we are continuing our 3D shape unit. We are learning about cubes, cones, cylinders, and spheres. Everyone is doing a great job of recognizing the different shapes in our classroom.
Everyone is doing a great job of reading! Keep up the great work at home.
The kindergarten celebration is approaching quickly! We have been working hard in the classroom getting ready to perform for all our parents. Remember, the celebration is on May 6th from 6-730pm in the multi-purpose room. Students need to be in their classrooms by 530pm. Students will be wearing those solid color t-shirts that you have sent in, so if you haven't turned in your blue or red t-shirt yet, please do so soon!
We are also in need of mittens! If you can let us borrow some mittens for our celebration we would appreciate it! We need about 10 pairs of mittens for the celebration.
AM kindergarten will be back on the playground in the morning starting Monday. Please remind your AM kindergartners to go straight to the playground in the morning.
This week we are doing our DIBELS testing. Hopefully everyone will do a fabulous job and will show that they are ready for first grade!
Remember to keep reading and doing that homework so that everyone is ready for first grade! Next week's homework packet is going to include spelling words. This is to help our kindergartners get ready to start taking tests in first grade. Spelling tests will be every Friday and students will be getting a grade for them. Make sure you are practicing that spelling at home!
If you have any questions, please contact me! I hope everyone has a great week.
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.