Mrs. Trina Thompson's 1st Grade Class
Notes For Parents
Welcome to First Grade!
I'm Mrs. Thompson and I am looking forward to a wonderful school year. It will be full of great learning experiences and success. I look forward to the parent/teacher relationship that will develop throughout this school year to help your child reach their full potential.
Goals for the Year
My goals for the 2010-2011 school year are:
- to help each student develop to thier full potential
- to foster independence
- to help each student master the state standards for each subject so that they are prepared for second grade
- to increase reading fluency
- to have effective communication with parents
About the Teacher
Teaching Experience:
3 years Second Grade
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Early Childhood Education (Wilmington University)
Certification: Elementary K-6
Specials Schedule
Schedule will be posted in August.
Homework
Spelling and Math homework will be given each week. Read with your child at least 20 minutes each night. There may be an occasional assignment in the other subjects that will need to be completed at home. **Homework is review of daily or weekly lessons. It gives students the opportunity to get extra practice and for you to be active in their learning.
Tips for success with homework:
- Check your child's agenda book daily for assignments.
- Provide a comfortable, quiet area to complete homework.
- Check your child's homework once they have finish and without giving them the answer have them take another look at questions they incorrect.
- Assist your child as needed.
- Once homework is completed, remind your child to put it into their folder and into the bookbag. Then sign off on thier agenda book.
Contact the Teacher
Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Call the main office at 674-0684 and you may leave a message at anytime.
Classroom Officers
Students will share in the responsibility of taking care of the classroom by having weekly jobs that they will rotate through.
Class News
Welcome Back To School! You are now 1st Graders. I hope you had a wonderful summer. We are going to have a great year full of learning. Remember to always put your best foot forward. 
Classroom Rules and Expectations
PBS School Expectations
Be Safe
Be Respectful
Be Responsible