Mr. Williamson's Second Grade Class

Dear Parents,
       Happy  New Yeear!
        As we enter 2023,  exciting opportunties for learning are taking place in second grade.  Be on  the lookout for new and interesting ways your child is growing academically.
        Music is becoming included in our curriculum.  Students are receiving instruction in flutophone.  The flutophone is an introductory instrument that helps teach students the basic elements of music.  We are learning songs such as "Mary Had a Little Lamb", "Hot Cross Buns" and "Twinkle Twinkle LIttle Star".  
      Many students have  requested additional instruction in Spanish.  Because of this, we are implementing a "Family Spanish" component.  Students are being exposed to Spanish videos in their regular Spanish classes.  They are now about to receive a notebook with related videos and pictures to help them excel in language study.  Students and their families will have the opportunity to  review words and concepts in Spanish at home via the use of YOUTUBE.  I hope everyone will take advantage of this program and all of the learning it offers.
       Writing continues to be a focus of second grade.  Everyone has been given a journal to write in nightly.  Daily assignments feature written responses on the part of students and stress writing longer selections with correct grammar, spelling  and organization.  Please support your child's enthusiasm by reading and responding positively to your child's efforts!   
                                                Respectfully submitted,
                                                Mr. Williamson 
                                
We're Winding Down...
          Our  year has gone by very quickly.  Throughout the past few months, our students have grown remarkably socially, emotionally, physically and intellectually.  It has been a pleasure working with you and your child.  I hope you have seen the progress he or she has made.
           Throughout the summer, I suggest that you have your child visit the library on a regular basis and that he or she continue select books of her or her interest.  There has been an interest in Spanish  as well as in nonfiction topics. Please visit youtube to review appropriate topics from which your child can learn.
                                             Respectfully submitted,
                                             Mr. Williamson