Hello Friends! 

We'd like to announce we'll no longer post to this blogspot.  Mr. LaPradd and Mrs. Dillon have created a new website for their class that will be updated frequently at  

http://phssakinder1.weebly.com/

Come on over to the new site and see us!

Be on the lookout for information from Mrs. Hines regarding her class.

Checking in...

Okay, it's been too long since we updated this blog.  But quite frankly, we've had very few views this year, so maybe it's not being used by parents like we had hoped.  
We'll give it another try, and in the next few weeks we'll be posting pictures and videos of our year so far.  I think that might get some folks interested... in the meantime, thank you to those who have been checking in (there are one or two!) and take a look at the link for the Soundabet video.  Your child has been reciting this in class.  Show them, and see if they will sing along.  

Also don't forget the PTA meeting on Thursday, September 27 at 7 p.m. in the school cafeteria, and the Garden Schoolyard Work Day on Saturday, September 29 from 9-12.  Students are welcome to come on Saturday.

See you soon!

School Starts Monday!

Wow!  Summer just flew by, and now it's time for our newest students to arrive!  The children are excited, the teachers are ready, and the parents are feeling a little sad that this day has finally come.

If you were unable to make it to Kindergarten Orientation, please let us know and we can send home copies of the presentation and the "Parent Questionnaire."

Parents are welcome to escort their children to the classrooms on Monday.  For Mrs. Dillon's and Mr. LaPradd's classes, stop outside the room in the hall where we'll be putting back packs on hooks (look for your child's name), and lunches and snacks on the blue shelf.  Any supplies you bring should be put on/under/near the table to the left of the blue shelf.  Don't worry; there will be signs to direct you.

School starts at 8, tardy bell at 8:10, but we know the first week of school things will be hectic.  Don't worry; we will welcome your child when they arrive this week!

We are very honored that you have chosen Patrick Henry School of Science and Arts for your Kindergartner, and look forward to an awesome year!  Let us know if you have any questions.

Kindergarten Orientation - August 2 at 5:45 p.m

Please attend this Orientation of what to expect in Kindergarten!  You will meet your child's teacher for a presentation and an opportunity to have your questions answered prior to school starting.
Please bring your child's supplies to the school on this evening if possible.  Students may accompany you, and we will arrange for staff supervision on the playground if the students get restless.
The presentation will last 1/2 hour to 45 minutes, then you are welcome to come see the classrooms!

Links for at-home practice

Many families have asked for our recommendations of websites that provide extra practice for Kindergarten learning -- both remediation and enrichment. Here are a few to get your started:

Starfall... a great multi-level site for beginning readers!

Letter and number recognition practice

PBS Kids - lots of fun activities with characters from PBS shows

School Uniform Sources

Below are a few options for purchasing school uniforms.  Please review the dress code at http://patrickhenrycharter.org/parents_dresscode.htm


Please read the entire code, but In a nutshell:

• Tops: white or navy blue, must have a collar, polo or woven, long or short sleeve, no logos or designs
• Bottoms:  navy blue or khaki twill/cotton (no denim) short pants, pants, skirts, skorts or jumpers
• Shoes: brown or black, closed-toe, rubber sole with backs, or white or black sneakers, preferably shoes your child can fasten on their own (sneakers must be worn on P.E. days)
• Socks/tights:  white, black or navy blue
• Sweater:  navy blue plain WITH NAME WRITTEN ON LABEL
• NO: hoodies, logos, jewelry (other than plain small stud style earrings), bracelets, sandals, distracting  hair designs (i.e. mohawk) or adornments, make up, nail polish, or dyed hair.

http://www.denimexpress.com/school-uniforms.html
www.jcpenney.com/SchoolUniforms
www.landsend.com/School
www.thechildrenswearoutlet.com
www.oldnavy.gap.com/browse/category.do?cid=69397


**these outlets are only for reference purposes.
A few sets of uniform compliant clothing should be sufficient.  Remember you will also need a "spare" uniform to send to school for emergencies (this might be some older clothing that fits the guidelines rather than a new set of clothes.)

He's a sharp-dressed man!

Soundabet Video

You'll be hearing your child sing the ABC song a little differently before long.   It's SOUNDABET!  Soundabet is a way to practice saying the SOUNDS letters make when we read.  Some letters might sound a little different than what you might have been used to (like w, y, qu), and Soundabet also includes some of the most common sounds for beginning readers that contain more than one letter ( like -er, -ay, sh.)
Check out our video:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wKWNl3YqJ6o

Welcome to the PHSSA Kindergarten Blogspot!

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