Dear Families,

We have been thinking about you all and lifting you up in prayer as we make the transition to digital learning together. 

For this first week, we would like you to love your child. He or she is loved by you, loved by us, and loved by God. Please provide calm for your child(ren) during this uncertain time. Children pick up on our emotions. When a child feels safe, they will be ready to learn. 

God has been blessing us with sunshine and we encourage you to go outside and enjoy it while you have the time. It is the perfect classroom right now to explore creation. 

Each week we plan to send learning opportunities for you to do with your child at home. We will have certain activities that we would like you to complete and provide optional activities if you are looking for more things to do with your child. 

By now you have seen the materials that have been sent home with your child on Friday. Please wait on completing these. We will reference some in our weekly plans and let you know week by week what can be used.   

We’re thankful for all your support and want you to know we are here for you. We are learning through this together. Thank you for your patience with us as plans may change. We will all extend grace to each other. 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions.  

Sincerely,

The First-grade Team

Mrs. Zwiep,  Mrs. Arendsen, Mrs. Raitz & Gonzalez, Mrs. Ruiz, Mrs. Xie