Weekly update

Dear families,
This week, the students started partner reading together.  We have a special partner reading library in the classrooms from which the kids sign out books together.  They had so much fun, reading books together as learning friends. 
We also hosted our very special Meet and Greet with Ms. Herbert this week.  Thank you all for coming in and so generously donating treats for this breakfast gathering. We understand that it is tricky for you to change your schedules, so if you did not get a chance to meet with Ms. Herbert, and you would like to, please do not hesitate to let me know and I will find another time for you.  Thank you.
This week, Julia's mom joined our class for a special celebration of Hanukkah.  We read a book together, played dreidel and tasted delicious latkes.  Thank you.
Next week, we have some special holiday celebrations planned for our students on Harmony.  On Friday, our last day of school before our holiday vacation, we will have a Pajama Day.  Students can come to school in their PJs for our traditional Polar Express holiday celebration.  We will watch the movie, Polar Express, together on the team.  Please make sure your child does not bring in any stuffed animals or wear slippers, however.  We would also like to invite you all to our traditional Holiday Party in our classroom, starting around 1:45 when the kids return from recess.  If you would like to donate treats, such as cookies, juice and other holiday sweets and treats, please let me know.  I know we have already asked for so many treats from all of you.  We appreciate your generosity and hope you understand.  Thank you.
Hope to see you next Friday.
Maria