The Towne News!

Who is Ms. Towne?

I am now a second grade teacher who has looped with my class from Kindergarten. We have now been together for over 450 school days and still enjoy learning together everyday! 

I graduated from the University of Mobile with a dual degree in Elementary Education and Early Childhood Education.  I am currently enrolled at Kennesaw State and working toward an Educational Leadership degree with a concentration in Technology.  I have worked at Varner Elementary for 4 years now and have had the opportunity to loop with 2 classes.

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Almost 3rd Graders....

Wow! Where has the year gone?  The CRCT is over and I am suew we all did GREAT!  Spring is in the air and summer is now in sight.  There are only 19 more school days left in 2nd grade and then they will be off to 3rd grade.  I have listed many upcoming events that you don't want to miss out on in the Towne News. 

I would also like to take this chance to say thank you for the wonderful years you have allowed me to have with your children.  It has truly been a rewarding time and I will remember it always.

If in the future you ever need anything just email me or even drop by.

~K. Towne

Download towne_new5.doc

Wow the year is flying by and it is March already!  I have attached the latest version of my news letter for you to keep up with what is going on in the classroom.

Download towne_newMARCH.doc

I would also like to that you all for the wonderful gifts I have recieved this week.  I have more than my fill of apples.  (I loved them)  Thank you all for a great year!

~K. Towne

CRCT Vocabulary

I have attached a link of testing vocabulary that second graders will be tested on the CRCT.   

We have used all of these words in class and students should be familiar with them.

Download crct_vocabulary_words_ela.doc

~K. Towne

School Wide Read In

We will be having a school wide read in on March 4th.  Students will be allowed to wear PJ's and bring a blanket or pillow to school.  Also students can bring their favorite Dr. Seuss Book to share with their friends.  Parents remember that Tuesday will be an Early Release Day (out at 12:10).

~K. Towne

CRCT Practice

                                                       

Believe it or not we are over half way through the year and we all know what is coming in the spring...  the CRCT.  This test is designed to test students on material that they have been taught in 2nd grade.  I have linked a great site to this blog that is worded just like the CRCT.  It can be used as practice at home and at school to give you and myself instant feedback on weak/strong areas.

I will give you your child's log in and password at your conference along with step by step directions to help you along the way. (Remember that students are only responsible for reading the passages in the reading section.  I will still read ALL questions to them.)

The CRCT dates are April 23-25.  This is a Wednesday thru Friday.  Please mark your calendars.  It is very important that ALL students are here to take all parts of this test.

~K. Towne

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DATES TO REMEMBER!

                                     Don't Forget!!!

No School on January 21 - Martin Luther King Day

Conference week begins Tuesday, January 22 and goes through Monday, January 28.  Students will be released from school at 12:20 on all five of these days.

This is different than what we have done in the past so please make note that it is Tuesday thru Monday.

~K. Towne

Math at Home!

Bring Your Parent to School Night Info.

This year I have geared "Bring your child to school night" to math.  We ALL can use extra practice and extention in the area of math.  (for the next few weeks homework will also be focused on math skills)  I have attached links for  a few flyers that can be helpful to you when helping your child with many math skills at home.  Taking the time to play these games at home with your child will benifit them in the long run.

Thank you for your continued support with your child's education!
~K. Towne

Download math_using_the_100_board.doc

Download extension_on_the_regular_game_of_war.doc

Bring your parent to school night!

Thursday, January 10^th is Varner’s annual “Bring your parent to school night!”  The meeting will begin in Ms. Towne’s room at 7:00 p.m.  Here parents will get the chance to learn and play some games that will help their child with math skills.  You will be sent home with lots of new fun learning games to play. 

I hope to see you there,

Ms. Towne

I have also attached a link to Math Playground... Here students can enjoy learning through making change, speedy sums, and counting coins.  http://www.mathplayground.com/games.html

December News Letter

As the busy holiday season is approching and everyone's calendar is filling up I have attached our December news letter to let you know what is going on at school.  Download towne_new4.doc

Some dates to make note of:
3 – Stevie B’s Night
6 – PTA meeting 6:30
14 – Spirit Day
17 – Field Trip to see Pen Pals
20 – PJ’s ~ Read all day! (bring your favorite pillow & wear some comfy PJ’s for an exciting day of reading)
21 - Breakfast and a Movie (parents invited for the
breakfast portion of our holiday party  8:15-9:00

Dec. 22- Jan 7 - No School Winter Holiday
Jan. 10 Bring your Parent to school night

Thanksgiving Feast!

Our Thanksgiving Feast will be in the Varner Cafe on Thursday, November 15th at 12:10 - 12:40.  Everyone is welcome to attend.

~K. Towne