How to keep up with the right blog!
We are into the second week of school now and you are probably wondering, "What blog should I read?" Here is the answer to your question: "Mrs. Krasnodebski's Blog" - for any class my child goes to with her in her room. "Mrs. Cirjakovic's Blog" - for all classes my child is in her room. "Mr. Murphy's Blog" - for all classes my child is in his room. Other fourth grade teachers - if my child is in their class." Does that begin to help you out? If not please email me.
Friday, August 29, 2008
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
August 21, 2008
Welcome!
I hope everyone had a wonderful summer. We are happy to be coming back and are ready for a great year. I would like to welcome those students who are returning and those who are new with us this year. Mrs. Krasnodebski will be working in 4th Grade Resource this year. We welcome Ms. Shahnasarian, who is new in assisting at Prairieview School. Also, we are thrilled to announced that you will be rejoined with Mrs. Micek, who had assisted in 3rd last year. She also has assisted in 4th, and 5th grades at both Elizabeth Ide and Prairieview schools over years; so, she will be coming with a wealth of knowledge in the grade levels.
We are all looking forward to working with your child and helping him/her to achieve at his/her full potential. I will be discussing your child's academic history with his/her classroom teachers in preparation for the upcoming year. The parent-teacher relationship is vital to your child's success in school. By working together, we can help your child have a very fulfilling learning experience.
We hope to see you at the Open House on Monday, August 25th . If you are able to visit, the resource room is located in the 4th Grade Wing on the second floor. Mrs. Krasnodebski may be reached during school hours at (630) 783-5068. You may leave a voice mail message. Your call will be returned as soon as possible. I may also be reached at my respective e-mail address: jkrasno@ccsd66.org . I tend to be able to respond more quickly when sent a email. Throughout the year, I will communicate with the home through notes in the assignment notebook, my blog, telephone calls, progress reports, school newsletters and report cards. I will also be available for parent-teacher conferences, as they are needed.
My teaching is based on the premise that all students can learn, despite any obstacles in their path. For that reason, our students receive instruction and support both in the resource room and in the general education classroom. Your child will receive an educational program that encompasses the goals and instructional strategies outlined in his/her Individualized Education Program (IEP). We will work very hard to help your child complete all of his/her goals and objectives. If you have any questions regarding your child's academic performance, please do not hesitate to contact me.
The resource room is a classroom like any other. In order to function, it must have rules and policies that ensure fair treatment for teachers and students alike. The specific rules and consequences of our classroom will be established as a class and signed within the first few weeks. If you have any questions regarding the rules, I will be happy to answer any of your questions.
Once again, I would like to welcome everyone back from summer vacation. The 2008-2009 school year is going to be a great experience for your child! I would like to thank you in advance for your support and commitment throughout the year.
Best Wishes,
Mrs. Krasnodebski
Tips for Parents
I found this fabulous article this week and thought it was an informative reminder of the upcoming school routine.
Enjoy!
Mrs. K
Enjoy!
Mrs. K
School rules: Tips for parents
Published: 8/6/08, 12:30 PM EDT By Mary Meehan
Published: 8/6/08, 12:30 PM EDT By Mary Meehan
GET A GOOD NIGHT'S SLEEP
- Establish a sleep routine with a set bedtime.
- Don't allow a television in your child's room. Studies show that a child with a TV in his room sleeps less.
- Set out an outfit for the next day at bedtime. Have backpacks packed and ready to go.
- Before you turn out the light, take a moment for an extra snuggle or a kiss or two. A little love can go a long way. Try to end the day on a positive note.
- Establish a sleep routine with a set bedtime.
- Don't allow a television in your child's room. Studies show that a child with a TV in his room sleeps less.
- Set out an outfit for the next day at bedtime. Have backpacks packed and ready to go.
- Before you turn out the light, take a moment for an extra snuggle or a kiss or two. A little love can go a long way. Try to end the day on a positive note.
FIND HOMEWORK HELP
- Infoplease is a free reference site including an encyclopedia, dictionary, almanacs
and a "Homework Center" that covers English, math, history, geography, science and social studies. Plus it has a "Skills" section to help improve study, writing, speaking and research abilities.
Check out: www.infoplease.com/homework/
- Need help with homework or a school project? Discovery Education provides "Homework Help" to students in all grades with links to loads of sites. The links are convienently organized according to subject.
Check out: http://school.discoveryeducation.com/homeworkhelp/homework_help_home.html
- Homework Spot offers links to Web sites grouped by grade level.
Check out: www.homeworkspot.com/
- Scholastic's "Homework Hub" offers free tools, tips and activities arranged according to grade and subject. In addition, it provides an online store offering Scholastic brand products.
Check out: www.scholastic.com/kids/homework/index.htm
- Homeworkhelp.com offers live, online tutoring with personalized programs for fourth to 12th grade students. Users must purchase levels of membership ranging from $30 to $175.
- Infoplease is a free reference site including an encyclopedia, dictionary, almanacs
and a "Homework Center" that covers English, math, history, geography, science and social studies. Plus it has a "Skills" section to help improve study, writing, speaking and research abilities.
Check out: www.infoplease.com/homework/
- Need help with homework or a school project? Discovery Education provides "Homework Help" to students in all grades with links to loads of sites. The links are convienently organized according to subject.
Check out: http://school.discoveryeducation.com/homeworkhelp/homework_help_home.html
- Homework Spot offers links to Web sites grouped by grade level.
Check out: www.homeworkspot.com/
- Scholastic's "Homework Hub" offers free tools, tips and activities arranged according to grade and subject. In addition, it provides an online store offering Scholastic brand products.
Check out: www.scholastic.com/kids/homework/index.htm
- Homeworkhelp.com offers live, online tutoring with personalized programs for fourth to 12th grade students. Users must purchase levels of membership ranging from $30 to $175.
PREPARE TO STUDY
- Provide a quiet, well-lighted space. Let your child personalize the space with artwork.
- Make sure you have all the needed supplies. Review what your child needs because things can change from year to year.
- Schedule a regular time to do homework. Adapt to what works best for your child. Some work best in the afternoon; others do better after the sun goes down.
- Turn off the television and limit phone calls during study time.
- If your child has several assignments or tests coming up, mark them on a calendar together.
- For long-term projects, help your child break down the work into manageable steps.
- Provide a quiet, well-lighted space. Let your child personalize the space with artwork.
- Make sure you have all the needed supplies. Review what your child needs because things can change from year to year.
- Schedule a regular time to do homework. Adapt to what works best for your child. Some work best in the afternoon; others do better after the sun goes down.
- Turn off the television and limit phone calls during study time.
- If your child has several assignments or tests coming up, mark them on a calendar together.
- For long-term projects, help your child break down the work into manageable steps.
PACK A HEALTHY LUNCH
- Buy 100 percent fruit juice. The carton can be frozen to keep the lunch box cool.
- Yogurt and real fruit can be blended for a wholesome drink.
- Dried fruit provides energy for active kids. Raisins have lots of healthful phytochemicals.
- Red, black and green grapes will add color, as well as nutrients, to the lunch bag. They also are delicious frozen.
- Water is the healthiest choice. Small bottles are just right for little hands.
- Keep the skin on the apple for insoluble fiber and vitamin C.
- Add a little fun to the vegetables. Homemade dips can be placed in resealable containers.
- Pull-apart string cheese is fun for children and is packed with calcium.
- Kids love "little trees." To make cauliflower a vivid yellow, saute it briefly with a spoonful of turmeric.
- Buy baked snacks in large containers and portion a handful in a plastic bag to save money.
- Buy 100 percent fruit juice. The carton can be frozen to keep the lunch box cool.
- Yogurt and real fruit can be blended for a wholesome drink.
- Dried fruit provides energy for active kids. Raisins have lots of healthful phytochemicals.
- Red, black and green grapes will add color, as well as nutrients, to the lunch bag. They also are delicious frozen.
- Water is the healthiest choice. Small bottles are just right for little hands.
- Keep the skin on the apple for insoluble fiber and vitamin C.
- Add a little fun to the vegetables. Homemade dips can be placed in resealable containers.
- Pull-apart string cheese is fun for children and is packed with calcium.
- Kids love "little trees." To make cauliflower a vivid yellow, saute it briefly with a spoonful of turmeric.
- Buy baked snacks in large containers and portion a handful in a plastic bag to save money.
LIGHTEN THE LOAD
- Frequently empty out your child's backpack. Don't let him or her become a pack rat. Students should carry only what they need for the day.
- Beware of messenger bags: Ideally, find a knapsack that has straps on both sides and that is padded, ensuring an even distribution of weight.
- Don't let your child carry a backpack on one shoulder.
- Opt for a lightweight material, such as heavy-duty nylon, rather than leather.
- The backpack's lowest point should be 2 inches above the wearer's waist.
- The heaviest books should go in the part of the pack that fits closest to your child's back. Light items should go near the outside to reduce back strain.
- Frequently empty out your child's backpack. Don't let him or her become a pack rat. Students should carry only what they need for the day.
- Beware of messenger bags: Ideally, find a knapsack that has straps on both sides and that is padded, ensuring an even distribution of weight.
- Don't let your child carry a backpack on one shoulder.
- Opt for a lightweight material, such as heavy-duty nylon, rather than leather.
- The backpack's lowest point should be 2 inches above the wearer's waist.
- The heaviest books should go in the part of the pack that fits closest to your child's back. Light items should go near the outside to reduce back strain.
CONNECT WITH YOUR CHILD
- Instead of asking "How was your day?" ask specific questions, such as "What did you do on the playground?" or "What kind of problems are you working on in math?"
- Remember that kids might need a little extra decompression time after a long day at school. Don't worry if they aren't ready to talk right away.
- Share information about your day. Communication is a two-way street.
- Instead of asking "How was your day?" ask specific questions, such as "What did you do on the playground?" or "What kind of problems are you working on in math?"
- Remember that kids might need a little extra decompression time after a long day at school. Don't worry if they aren't ready to talk right away.
- Share information about your day. Communication is a two-way street.
Sources: "The Truth About Back Pain" by Todd Sinett, Pritchard Committee for Academic Excellence.
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(c) 2008, Lexington Herald-Leader.
Visit the Herald-Leader on the World Wide Web at http://www.kentucky.com/
Distributed by McClatchy-Tribune Information Services
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