January 26, 2009
Dear Parents,
I hope that all of you had a nice weekend. Thank you for making the special effort to bring your child in to sing yesterday. They did a beautiful job of praising Jesus. If you were not able to be here, please write an email or a note excusing your child. Thanks.
This week we will be reading the story In the Rain with Baby Duck. Along with this, we will work with the letter D. I don’t have any new words to add, but you will want to keep working with the ones that you already have. We are trying to establish fluency in your child’s reading and it really helps when they have a list of sight words learned. In math, we will be taking a break to work with addition. I hope that the children will be familiar with the addition facts that add up to seven. If we can squeeze in more, we will do so. During our circle time, we will talk about the Chinese New Year. My goal in discussing this is to appreciate the different cultures and their customs. Besides, it is a lot of fun to see the children do some of the projects that I have planned. Our Bible lessons will be “The Rich Man and Poor Lazarus” and “The Rich Young Ruler.” From these lessons we will see how Jesus teaches us the dangers of possessions.
On February 13, we will have a Valentine’s party. The children in the last half of the alphabet (N-Z) will be asked to provide the treats for this one. Unfortunately, we will have to have this party at 10:15 am. That is the only time that works. We will end the party when school is concluded at 11:45. I am including a list of students for you with this note. I only ask that if you make out a valentine for one child you do it for the entire class. We don’t want any hurt feelings in kindergarten.
I hope that all of you received your report cards. I would like to schedule a time to meet with you concerning your child’s progress. I will make this a brief meeting, but I want to check and see if you have any concerns. I also want to let you know what my plans are for the rest of the year. I will try to catch most of you this week, but if I don’t get to all of you, we will definitely meet next week.
I hope all of you have a great week.
Mrs. Kronebusch
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Monday, January 19, 2009
January 19 K2 Note
January 20, 2009
Dear Parents,
I want to keep you updated on my situation here at school so you all know what is going on with me and my family. First of all, my father has made very good progress. He went from being on a life support system to nursing home care. Unfortunately, he is not the best patient and doesn’t like being in a hospital bed. More than anything he wants to return home, but that is out of the question. God has given us more time with him here on this earth and we are thankful for that. I can only tell you that it is a big relief for me and my family to have him this far along. I do not plan to go back until February 18. By then, my other family members will be worn out and will need a break.
As you know by now, I am resigning at the end of this school year. My arm is not cooperating. I love this class very much and I thank God that he has given me each and every one of these children to teach. Since I have accumulated quite a bit of ‘stuff’ over the years, I will be doing lots of projects that are fun. I hope the children will enjoy these things as much as I will.
Now that I have taken care of the things on your mind, I will get started with my note. This week, we will read Looking for Crabs by Bruce Whatley. We will also be working with the letter L. I am adding two new sight words to your stack. They are ‘look’ and ‘see.’ Please keep working with these words. I can tell which students review the words daily. In math, we will be finishing up some miscellaneous skills. They include counting the numbers up to twenty, learning about measurement and working with designs. After this week, I hope to start an addition unit. During our circle time, we will talk about Dr. Martin Luther King and explain how he helped our country realize that all people should be treated equally. Our Bible lessons will be “The Pharisee and the Tax Collector” and “A Father Forgives His Son.” From these lessons we will learn what Jesus teaches on repentance.
I want to remind you that the kindergarten children sing in the late service on January 25. The service starts at 11:15, but I would like to run through the song at 11:00 am. Please have your child here on time so that we can review the song and get ready for the service. You will be able to take your child to church and sit with him or her during the service.
On Friday night, January 23, we will have an Open House. The children in grades five through eight have been working on Science Fair projects. It is always fun to see what they have cooked up so please try to attend. The Open House goes from six until eight that evening. You will have fun and you might even get some ideas for the future.
Last Friday we ended the second quarter. I will be doing report cards and I hope to hand them out by Thursday. I will not be able to meet with anyone this week, but next week I would like to schedule a meeting with each of you to explain the progress your child has made and what I hope to accomplish during the rest of the year. This will not be a lengthy conference, but I find this one to be most beneficial. Anyway, be thinking of a day when we can meet and I will write it down. Thank you.
I really gave you a lot of information in this note. I hope all of you had a great weekend. Now continue with a great week.
Mrs. Kronebusch
Dear Parents,
I want to keep you updated on my situation here at school so you all know what is going on with me and my family. First of all, my father has made very good progress. He went from being on a life support system to nursing home care. Unfortunately, he is not the best patient and doesn’t like being in a hospital bed. More than anything he wants to return home, but that is out of the question. God has given us more time with him here on this earth and we are thankful for that. I can only tell you that it is a big relief for me and my family to have him this far along. I do not plan to go back until February 18. By then, my other family members will be worn out and will need a break.
As you know by now, I am resigning at the end of this school year. My arm is not cooperating. I love this class very much and I thank God that he has given me each and every one of these children to teach. Since I have accumulated quite a bit of ‘stuff’ over the years, I will be doing lots of projects that are fun. I hope the children will enjoy these things as much as I will.
Now that I have taken care of the things on your mind, I will get started with my note. This week, we will read Looking for Crabs by Bruce Whatley. We will also be working with the letter L. I am adding two new sight words to your stack. They are ‘look’ and ‘see.’ Please keep working with these words. I can tell which students review the words daily. In math, we will be finishing up some miscellaneous skills. They include counting the numbers up to twenty, learning about measurement and working with designs. After this week, I hope to start an addition unit. During our circle time, we will talk about Dr. Martin Luther King and explain how he helped our country realize that all people should be treated equally. Our Bible lessons will be “The Pharisee and the Tax Collector” and “A Father Forgives His Son.” From these lessons we will learn what Jesus teaches on repentance.
I want to remind you that the kindergarten children sing in the late service on January 25. The service starts at 11:15, but I would like to run through the song at 11:00 am. Please have your child here on time so that we can review the song and get ready for the service. You will be able to take your child to church and sit with him or her during the service.
On Friday night, January 23, we will have an Open House. The children in grades five through eight have been working on Science Fair projects. It is always fun to see what they have cooked up so please try to attend. The Open House goes from six until eight that evening. You will have fun and you might even get some ideas for the future.
Last Friday we ended the second quarter. I will be doing report cards and I hope to hand them out by Thursday. I will not be able to meet with anyone this week, but next week I would like to schedule a meeting with each of you to explain the progress your child has made and what I hope to accomplish during the rest of the year. This will not be a lengthy conference, but I find this one to be most beneficial. Anyway, be thinking of a day when we can meet and I will write it down. Thank you.
I really gave you a lot of information in this note. I hope all of you had a great weekend. Now continue with a great week.
Mrs. Kronebusch
Monday, January 12, 2009
January 12 K2 Parent Letter
January 12, 2009
Dear Parents,
I am sorry that my departure was so abrupt. My father is still listed as critical. The evening when they called me he was not expected to live. This has been quite a learning lesson for me. I now know how special we are to our heavenly Father and how delicately He made us. I do not know what the future holds for me, but I tentatively want to fly back to San Jose on Monday night and then hope to be in the classroom on Tuesday afternoon. The doctor has warned me that I could be called back at any time. I have accepted that and I know that my father’s times are in his loving Savior’s hands. I will keep you parents posted as to what is happening with me. You do have Miss Beutel there and she is excellent. I am communicating with her daily. Please continue to keep me and my family in your prayers. We thank you for the prayers you have already offered on our behalf. That has meant a great deal to me and to my family.
This week we will be reading the story Raccoons and Ripe Corn. Along with this book, we will be working with the letter R. I don’t have any new words to add to your sight word stack. Please just keep working on the words you have. In math, we will be working with the numbers again. I wanted to break off pretty soon and do an addition unit. Hopefully, I will be able to do that soon. During our circle time, we will talk about germs and bacteria. I always feel it is appropriate to have this health unit at this time when colds and flu tend to go rampant. Our Bible lessons will be “Mary and Martha” and “The Great Dinner.” From these lessons we will learn that studying and learning God’s Word is more important and beneficial than the worldly concerns.
I believe that I told you about our next singing opportunity which will be January 25 in the late service. Please mark that date on the calendar.
This week Friday we will conclude our second quarter of school. Next week I would like to hand out report cards as soon as possible. After that, I would like to visit with you about your child’s progress. These parent/teacher consultations will be brief, but they are important. I want to check in with you to see how things are going.
Again thank you for your understanding and patience as I deal with these important family issues. I truly miss your children and I cannot wait to be with them.
Have a great week!
Mrs. Kronebusch
Dear Parents,
I am sorry that my departure was so abrupt. My father is still listed as critical. The evening when they called me he was not expected to live. This has been quite a learning lesson for me. I now know how special we are to our heavenly Father and how delicately He made us. I do not know what the future holds for me, but I tentatively want to fly back to San Jose on Monday night and then hope to be in the classroom on Tuesday afternoon. The doctor has warned me that I could be called back at any time. I have accepted that and I know that my father’s times are in his loving Savior’s hands. I will keep you parents posted as to what is happening with me. You do have Miss Beutel there and she is excellent. I am communicating with her daily. Please continue to keep me and my family in your prayers. We thank you for the prayers you have already offered on our behalf. That has meant a great deal to me and to my family.
This week we will be reading the story Raccoons and Ripe Corn. Along with this book, we will be working with the letter R. I don’t have any new words to add to your sight word stack. Please just keep working on the words you have. In math, we will be working with the numbers again. I wanted to break off pretty soon and do an addition unit. Hopefully, I will be able to do that soon. During our circle time, we will talk about germs and bacteria. I always feel it is appropriate to have this health unit at this time when colds and flu tend to go rampant. Our Bible lessons will be “Mary and Martha” and “The Great Dinner.” From these lessons we will learn that studying and learning God’s Word is more important and beneficial than the worldly concerns.
I believe that I told you about our next singing opportunity which will be January 25 in the late service. Please mark that date on the calendar.
This week Friday we will conclude our second quarter of school. Next week I would like to hand out report cards as soon as possible. After that, I would like to visit with you about your child’s progress. These parent/teacher consultations will be brief, but they are important. I want to check in with you to see how things are going.
Again thank you for your understanding and patience as I deal with these important family issues. I truly miss your children and I cannot wait to be with them.
Have a great week!
Mrs. Kronebusch
Sunday, January 4, 2009
K2 Kindergarten January 5 Note
January 5, 2009
Dear Parents,
Welcome back! I know that we will have a hard time getting into the grove of school again, but I am excited to see everyone and hear about their vacations. I hope that all of you enjoyed your time off together.
This week we will be reading Mrs. McNosh Hangs Up Her Wash by Sarah Weeks. Along with this story, we will be working with the letter H. I also hope to do an extensive review so that I know which letters are still giving the children trouble. You will need to add the words ‘it’ and ‘but’ to your stack of sight words. In math, we will be counting by tens. We have introduced the dime and now we want the children to be able to count by tens. During our circle time, we will have a snow unit. I want to explain what people in the Midwest experience during the winter. We will make snowflakes, snowmen and even some fake snow. It should be fun. Our Bible lessons will be “Jesus Shows Love to a Man Born Blind” and “Jesus and the Ten Sick Men.” From these lessons we will learn that each one of us is important to Jesus.
I would like to have a special sharing this week with the children. I know they each received a gift this Christmas and with their parents’ permission, I would like them to bring in one present to show the class. The children will not be able to play with it, but they can show the class. I would like the sharing date to be Friday. However, if some have to bring it in earlier, that is fine.
Please mark January 25 on your calendars. Our kindergarten children sing in the late service that weekend. I will give you more information later on when the date is closer.
There is a special Bible class being offered on Sunday mornings at 10:00 and Wednesday evenings at 7:00. It is called ‘Bringing Up Kids Without Tearing Them Down’ by Kevin Leman. It is a video based class with discussion following led by Pastor Kronebusch. Over the years, I have found this class to be extremely helpful. More information will be coming home this week, but I highly encourage you to consider this class.
I hope all of you have a great week. Let me know if I have forgotten anything.
Mrs. Kronebusch
Dear Parents,
Welcome back! I know that we will have a hard time getting into the grove of school again, but I am excited to see everyone and hear about their vacations. I hope that all of you enjoyed your time off together.
This week we will be reading Mrs. McNosh Hangs Up Her Wash by Sarah Weeks. Along with this story, we will be working with the letter H. I also hope to do an extensive review so that I know which letters are still giving the children trouble. You will need to add the words ‘it’ and ‘but’ to your stack of sight words. In math, we will be counting by tens. We have introduced the dime and now we want the children to be able to count by tens. During our circle time, we will have a snow unit. I want to explain what people in the Midwest experience during the winter. We will make snowflakes, snowmen and even some fake snow. It should be fun. Our Bible lessons will be “Jesus Shows Love to a Man Born Blind” and “Jesus and the Ten Sick Men.” From these lessons we will learn that each one of us is important to Jesus.
I would like to have a special sharing this week with the children. I know they each received a gift this Christmas and with their parents’ permission, I would like them to bring in one present to show the class. The children will not be able to play with it, but they can show the class. I would like the sharing date to be Friday. However, if some have to bring it in earlier, that is fine.
Please mark January 25 on your calendars. Our kindergarten children sing in the late service that weekend. I will give you more information later on when the date is closer.
There is a special Bible class being offered on Sunday mornings at 10:00 and Wednesday evenings at 7:00. It is called ‘Bringing Up Kids Without Tearing Them Down’ by Kevin Leman. It is a video based class with discussion following led by Pastor Kronebusch. Over the years, I have found this class to be extremely helpful. More information will be coming home this week, but I highly encourage you to consider this class.
I hope all of you have a great week. Let me know if I have forgotten anything.
Mrs. Kronebusch
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