Welcome to First Grade!
My name is Abigail Biggar and I am your child’s first grade teacher. Although I am very excited that we have begun the year, I had a very enjoyable summer. A couple of my adventures during the summer included visiting the island of Saint Maarten. My family and I relaxed on the white sandy beaches, ate delicious island food, and enjoyed the beautiful views. I also was able to enjoy the city of Gloucester! Whether I was walking my dog, Theo, around town, soaking up the sun at one of the local beaches or enjoying a fresh off-the-boat lobster roll, there was never a dull moment. Even though summer was full of fun adventures, I am looking forward to this wonderful year ahead of us!
As I stated on the handout I sent home, the purpose of this blog is to be an information center for families to easily access. There will be a weekly newsletter posted every Monday about what the class is up to including where we are in curriculum, reminders of important events happening during the week, and other relevant information. Curriculum support, support information, notices, permission slips, important forms, useful links and other information will also be accessible through the blog.
This first post is to inform you about the class’ specials schedule, to begin collecting information from parents/guardians who are interested in volunteering, and to explain the first piece of homework your child will bring home on Tuesday.
- Weekly Specials Schedule
MONDAY: Music
TUESDAY: P.E.
WEDNESDAY: Music
THURSDAY: P.E.
FRIDAY: Art and Music
On the days the class has P.E., students need to bring or wear sneakers to school. The other specials do not have any other particular requirements for clothing or supplies.
- Volunteer Information
Volunteer requests and opportunities will also be posted on the blog. If you would like to volunteer in the classroom, please email me times you are consistently available Monday through Friday and the types of events you would like to volunteer for. Here are the types of events we have in first grade:
a. Class Celebrations/Events
b. Field Trips
c. Library
If you are interested in volunteering, you will need to fill out a CORI form. These forms can be filled out and submitted at West Parish’s main office at 10 Concord Street. If you have already been CORIed by Gloucester Public Schools' main office, but not through West Parish's office, please see our secretary Ms. Lois Lane to fill out the form.
- Homework: Reading Log
This afternoon your child will have a reading log in their homework folder. Reading logs will be passed out on Monday and due on Friday. The title of the book, number of minutes read, and reader should be recorded for each day. Use this activity to encourage your child to explore new books while practicing their reading skills. In first grade, we believe that nightly reading is as important as a child brushing his/her teeth every night.
This blog will be my main form of communication to parents and guardians unless it is a personal matter. If you need to contact me with questions, concerns or an important message, my email is abiggar@gloucesterschools.com and school phone number is (978) 281-9835 ext. 28116.
Have a great afternoon!
Miss Biggar
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