BPS Vision: Excellence…from All… for All First Grade News September 11-15, 2017 BPS Vision: Excellence…from All… for All Nichols Purpose Statement: r Mission of BPS: r The Purpose of Nichols Elementary is to create an engaging and safe school environment for the younger generation by providing higher levels of instructional opportunities in promoting life-long curiosity, learning, and well-being. A peek at the week: To expect A’s and strive for excellence in EVERY area: Academics Activities Attitude Homework: * Math: Ready Lesson 5 I-Ready Math Math Facts in a Flash Reading: “Gus Takes the Train” Anchor Text I-Ready Reading AR Reading THIS WEEK’S HOMEWORK Monday: reading comprehension Tuesday: subtraction word problems Wednesday: adjectives practice Thursday: spelling 3x each Friday: Have a great weekend! Spelling words and sentences: Words to know: up 4. nut bug 5. hug mud 6. tub My friend fed a dog in the tub. friend 4. many hold 5. good full 6. pull Mark Your Calendar: Upcoming Tests: Spelling test- Short u pattern words Reading- “Gus Takes the Train” Math test- Lesson 5 Grammar test- adjectives September 15: Picture Day September 28: Early Literacy Carnival