Mrs. Kathy Pedano
Kindergarten A
[email protected]
Our kindergarten uses the Class Dojo app for communication to and from school!
Update for Week of January 23, 2023
Catholic Schools Week
Please check Mrs Montie’s weekly update for information and special events throughout the week!! There are many fun events planned!
No Homework!!!
Upcoming Events - please read carefully!
Sunday, Jan 29th Catholic Schools Week Begins - check Mrs. Montie’s updates for
information about the special events
Tuesday, Feb 14th Valentine’s Day Party - homeroom parents will be in touch with
regard to treats
Card Exchange - 22students - children may sign their cards but, in order for a smooth exchange, other classmates names are not permitted
Wednesday, Feb 15th 100th Day of School - students come to school dressed as their
100 year old self, more info to come
Friday, Feb 17 - 20 No School - Presidents Day Weekend
Classes Resume Tues., Feb 21st
Nut Free Classroom:
We are a peanut/tree nut/coconut free classroom. Please continue to read all labels to make sure the food being sent into school does not contain nuts OR has been processed on machinery that processes nuts. Refer to the Safe Food list that was sent home last week when planning snacks, lunches or birthday treats.
Reminders:
Cold Weather- now that the weather is turning colder please remember to dress your child appropriately for the temperature as we do try to go out for recess each day.
Please label all outerwear with your child’s name or initials. This includes sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, scarves and gloves. Thank you for your cooperation to ensure that your child’s belongings make it back home!
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Update for Week of January 9, 2023
We were very excited to get back to school last week and catch up with our friends!!!! We also had a fun time showing off our favorite Christmas gifts during our special Christmas Show and Tell!! Santa really did a great job this year!!
Homework packets will come home on Monday and will be due back to school on Friday, Jan 12th.
Upcoming Events
Jan 16th Martin Luther King Jr Day NO SCHOOL
Jan 27th 11:55 Dismissal Professional Development
Jan 29th Catholic Schools Week Begins (more info to come)
Nut Free Classroom:
We are a peanut/tree nut/coconut free classroom. Please continue to read all labels to make sure the food being sent into school does not contain nuts OR has been processed on machinery that processes nuts. Refer to the Safe Food list that was sent home last week when planning snacks, lunches or birthday treats.
Reminders:
Cold Weather- now that the weather is turning colder please remember to dress your child appropriately for the temperature as we do try to go out for recess each day.
Please label all outerwear with your child’s name or initials. This includes sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, scarves and gloves. Thank you for your cooperation to ensure that your child’s belongings make it back home!
This Weeks Lessons
Fundations
- continue to identify the lowercase letters “v” and “w””, the sounds they make and the proper letter formation
Wonders
- read several literature selections that will answer our Essential Question: “What places do you go to during the week?”
- practice reading our High Frequency Word “go”
Math
- continue to identify numbers beyond 20
- concentrate on counting to 100 using 10’s
Religion
- parable of the Good Shepherd
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Update for Week of January 3rd, 2023
Happy New Year!!!!! We hope you had a great and relaxing holiday with your families!!! We are looking forward to seeing everyone and getting back to our routine!!!
Homework My Favorite Christmas Gift Writing Activity/Show and Tell
There will be a writing paper in your child’s folder on Weds, please help them to write about their favorite Christmas gift. They may bring that gift with them on Friday, Jan 6th for a special Christmas Show and Tell.
Upcoming Events
Jan 16th Martin Luther King Jr Day NO SCHOOL
Jan 27th 11:55 Dismissal Professional Development
Jan 29th Catholic Schools Week Begins (more info to come)
Nut Free Classroom:
We are a peanut/tree nut/coconut free classroom. Please continue to read all labels to make sure the food being sent into school does not contain nuts OR has been processed on machinery that processes nuts. Refer to the Safe Food list that was sent home last week when planning snacks, lunches or birthday treats.
Reminders:
Cold Weather- now that the weather is turning colder please remember to dress your child appropriately for the temperature as we do try to go out for recess each day.
Please label all outerwear with your child’s name or initials. This includes sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, scarves and gloves. Thank you for your cooperation to ensure that your child’s belongings make it back home!
This Weeks Lessons
Fundations
- identify the lowercase letters “v” and “w””, the sounds they make and the proper letter formation
Wonders
- read several literature selections that will answer our Essential Question: “What places do you go to during the week?”
- introduce the High- Frequency Word “go”
Math
- identify numbers beyond 20
- concentrate on counting to 100 using 10’s
Religion
- the Magi bring gifts to Jesus
- First Friday Mass
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Updates for the Week of December 12, 2022
Christmas Show Lines:
Please continue to help your child practice their lines for the Christmas Show. The children will recite their lines in small groups for the show. We will practice in school too.
Christmas Show:
Friday, December 16th 10:00 AM O’Brien Hall
Parents and family members are invited to come enjoy our version of the Christmas Story. Please be seated in O’Brien Hall by 10:00.
The children will come to school at our regular 8:00 AM time and will be brought to O’Brien Hall at 10:00. The children should be dressed in “Christmas casual” clothing. Please let us know in advance if you plan to take your child home with you after the show so we may plan accordingly.
Classroom Supplies:
We are in need of tissues and baby wipes. If you could send in a box it would be greatly appreciated.
Nut Free Classroom:
We are a peanut/tree nut/coconut free classroom. Please continue to read all labels to make sure the food being sent into school does not contain nuts OR has been processed on machinery that processes nuts. Refer to the Safe Food list that was sent home last week when planning snacks, lunches or birthday treats.
Reminders:
Cold Weather- now that the weather is turning colder please remember to dress your child appropriately for the temperature as we do try to go out for recess each day.
Please label all outerwear with your child’s name or initials. This includes sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, scarves and gloves. Thank you for your cooperation to ensure that your child’s belongings make it back home!
Upcoming Events and Important Dates:
Fri., Dec. 16th Christmas Show 10:00 in O’Brien Hall
Fri., Dec. 23rd No School - Christmas Holiday
Wed., Jan. 4th Classes Resume
Last Week in Kindergarten:
We had a visit from St Nicholas!!! The children were so excited and loved the special treat he gave us!!!
This Week’s Lessons:
Fundations
-continue to identify the lowercase letters “l” , “h” and “k”, the sounds they make and the proper letter formation
Wonders
- read several literature selections that will answer our Essential Question: “What are the different sounds we hear?”
- introduce the High- Frequency Word “and”
- review High Frequency Words introduced so far
Math
- continue working with numbers beyond 10
Religion
- Choosing Is Good
- learning to say “yes” to God as Mary did
Have a great week!
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Updates for the Week of December 5, 2022
No Homework assigned this week!!
Christmas Show Lines:
Please continue to help your child practice their lines for the Christmas Show. The children will recite their lines in small groups for the show. We will practice in school too.
Christmas Show:
Friday, December 16th 10:00 AM O’Brien Hall
Parents and family members are invited to come enjoy our version of the Christmas Story. Please be seated in O’Brien Hall by 10:00.
The children will come to school at our regular 8:00 AM time and will be brought to O’Brien Hall at 10:00. The children should be dressed in “Christmas casual” clothing. Please let us know in advance if you plan to take your child home with you after the show so we may plan accordingly.
Conferences:
I have enjoyed talking with many of you at our conferences. I look forward to speaking with the remaining parents this week!!
Here is the link to the Sign Up Genius.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F49A8AE2CA2FD0-kaparent
Classroom Supplies:
We are in need of tissues and baby wipes. If you could send in a box it would be greatly appreciated.
Nut Free Classroom:
We are a peanut/tree nut/coconut free classroom. Please continue to read all labels to make sure the food being sent into school does not contain nuts OR has been processed on machinery that processes nuts. Refer to the Safe Food list that was sent home last week when planning snacks, lunches or birthday treats.
Reminders:
Cold Weather- now that the weather is turning colder please remember to dress your child appropriately for the temperature as we do try to go out for recess each day.
Please label all outerwear with your child’s name or initials. This includes sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, scarves and gloves. Thank you for your cooperation to ensure that your child’s belongings make it back home!
Report Card Skills
Please practice the following:
full name (first and last), address (street number and name), phone number and birthday (month and date)
high frequency words - flashcard sheets will be sent home for word identification practice
* these skills will be assessed orally
Upcoming Events and Important Dates:
Tues, Dec 6 Dress Down Day $2 Donation Red/Green only
Thurs., Dec 8 No School
Fri., Dec 9, No School
Fri., Dec. 16th Christmas Show 10:00 in O’Brien Hall
Fri., Dec. 23rd No School - Christmas Holiday
Wed., Jan. 4th Classes Resume
Last Week in Kindergarten:
We began the holy season of Advent and preparing our hearts for Jesus’ coming on Christmas!!
This Week’s Lessons:
Fundations
- identify the lowercase letters “l” , “h” and “k”, the sounds they make and the proper letter formation
Wonders
- read several literature selections that will answer our Essential Question: “What are the different sounds we hear?”
- introduce the High- Frequency Word “and”
Math
- continue working with numbers beyond 10
Religion
- continue learning about the holy season of Advent and preparing our hearts for Jesus’ birthday
- celebrate St Nicholas
Have a great week!____________________________________________________________________________
Updates for the Week of November 21, 2022
Homework:
There will be NO homework this week.
Christmas Show:
Friday, December 16th 10:00 AM O’Brien Hall
Parents and family members are invited to come enjoy our version of the Christmas Story. Please be seated in O’Brien Hall by 10:00.
The children will come to school at our regular 8:00AM time and will be brought to O’Brien Hall at 10:00. The children should be dressed in “Christmas casual” clothing. Please let us know in advance if you plan to take your child home with you after the show so we may plan accordingly.
Conferences:
Conferences will be held after school from November 28th to December 7th.
Here is the link to the Sign Up Genius.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0F49A8AE2CA2FD0-kaparent
Classroom Supplies:
We are in need of tissues. If you could send in a box it would be greatly appreciated.
Nut Free Classroom:
We are a peanut/tree nut/coconut free classroom. Please continue to read all labels to make sure the food being sent into school does not contain nuts OR has been processed on machinery that processes nuts. Refer to the Safe Food list that was sent home last week when planning snacks, lunches or birthday treats.
Reminders:
Please label all outerwear with your child’s name or initials. This includes sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, scarves and gloves. Thank you for your cooperation to ensure that your child’s belongings make it back home!
Report Card Skills
Please practice the following:
full name (first and last), address (street number and name), phone number and birthday (month and date)
high frequency words - flashcard sheets will be sent home for word identification practice
* these skills will be assessed orally
Upcoming Events and Important Dates:
Wednesday, Nov 23 11:55 Dismissal
Thursday, Nov 24 No School Happy Thanksgiving
Friday, Nov 25 No School
Sat, Nov 26 Turkey Trot
Tues. Nov. 29 Picture Makeup/Retake Day
Thurs., Dec 8 No School
Fri., Dec 9, No School
Fri., Dec. 16th Christmas Show 10:00 in O’Brien Hall
Last Week in Kindergarten:
On Wednesday we listened to a presentation from the Upper Darby Fire Department. We learned all about their protective gear and the equipment on the fire truck. We showed our gratitude for their service by giving them a card that we all signed and by saying thank you as a group!
This Week’s Lessons:
Fundations
- review of letters learned
Math
- continue with numbers beyond 10
- ordinal numbers to 10
Religion
- learn that we owe God much gratitude in our lesson, “Thanking is Good”
Thanksgiving Activities
- write about something we are thankful for
- make a Thanksgiving crown
Have a great week!
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Updates for the Week of November 7, 2022
Homework:
We are starting homework this week. The weekly packets will be sent home on a Monday and returned by Friday.
Nut Free Classroom:
We are a peanut/tree nut/coconut free classroom. Please continue to read all labels to make sure the food being sent into school does not contain nuts OR has been processed on machinery that processes nuts. Refer to the Safe Food list that was sent home last week when planning snacks, lunches or birthday treats.
Reminders:
Please label all outerwear with your child’s name or initials. This includes sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, scarves and gloves. Thank you for your cooperation to ensure that your child’s belongings make it back home!
Report Card Skills
Please practice the following:
full name (first and last), address (street number and name), phone number and birthday (month and date)
high frequency words - flashcard sheets will be sent home for word identification practice
* these skills will be assessed orally
Upcoming Events and Important Dates:
Wednesday, Nov 23 11:55 Dismissal
Thursday, Nov 24 No School Happy Thanksgiving
Friday, Nov 25 No School
Sat, Nov 26 Turkey Trot
Last Week in Kindergarten:
We had a great time at our Phillies Pep Rally with a special visit from Fox News Bob Kelly!! And although we did not win the series we are still proud of our home team!!
This Week’s Lessons:
Fundations
- identify the lowercase letters “d” and “s”, the sounds they make and the proper letter formation
Wonders
- read several literature selections that will answer our Essential Question: “What shapes do you see around you?”
- introduce our High Frequency Word “like”
Math
- continue with numbers beyond 10
- ordinal numbers to 10
Religion
- learn that God has given us the special gift of our families
Have a great week!
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Updates for the Week of October 24, 2022
Supplies for the Classroom
We are running low on the following:
Tissues, hand wipes, surface sanitizing wipes, paper towels, and hand sanitizer
Donations of these supplies would be greatly appreciated.
Towels
We will be sending the children’s towels home on Friday to be washed and returned next week.
Nut Free Classroom
We are a peanut/tree nut/coconut free classroom. Please continue to read all labels to make sure the food being sent into school does not contain nuts OR has been processed on machinery that processes nuts. Refer to the Safe Food list that was sent home last week when planning snacks, lunches or birthday treats.
Reminder:
Please label all outerwear with your child’s name or initials. This includes sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, scarves and gloves. Thank you for your cooperation to ensure that your child’s belongings make it back home!
Report Card Skills
Please practice the following:
full name (first and last), address (street number and name), phone number and birthday (month and date)
high frequency words - flashcard sheets will be sent home for word identification practice
* these skills will be assessed orally
Upcoming Events and Important Dates
Friday, Oct 28th Halloween Celebration Parade begins at 9:00
Monday, Oct 31st No School Pastor’s Holiday
Tuesday, Nov 1st No School All Saints Day
Last Week in Kindergarten:
We practiced our Halloween songs and learned some facts about pumpkins!
This Week’s Lessons:
Fundations
- identify the lowercase letters “a” and “g”, the sounds they make and the proper letter formation
Wonders
- read several literature selections that will answer our Essential Question: How do tools help us to explore?”
- introduce our High Frequency Word “a”
Math
- continue our unit for numbers to 10
Religion
- learn ways to pray in our Chapter “Talking to God Is Good”
Go Phillies!!!
Have a great week!
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Updates for the Week of October 3, 2022
Nut Free Classroom:
We are a peanut/tree nut/coconut free classroom. Please continue to read all labels to make sure the food being sent into school does not contain nuts OR has been processed on machinery that processes nuts. Refer to the Safe Food list that was sent home last week when planning snacks, lunches or birthday treats.
Reminder:
Please label all outerwear with your child’s name or initials. This includes sweatshirts, sweaters, jackets, coats, hats, scarves and gloves. Thank you for your cooperation to ensure that your child’s belongings make it back home!
Upcoming Events and Important Dates
Thursday, Oct 6th No School Faculty InServic
Friday, Oct 28th Halloween Celebration More info to come
Monday, Oct 31st No School Pastor’s Holiday
Tuesday, Nov 1st No School All Saints Day
Last Week in Kindergarten:
We discussed the word concentrate and why it’s important to do your best in school!
This Week’s Lessons:
Fundations
- identify the lowercase letters “n” and “m”, the sounds they make and the proper letter formation
Wonders
- read several literature selections that will answer our Essential Question: How can we get along with new friends?
- introduce our first High Frequency Word “the”
Math
- continue identifying, counting and comparing numbers from 0-5
Religion
- celebrate St. Francis of Assisi
Have a great week!
SBS Teachers make every effort to check email as their schedule allows, but may not be able to respond until after the school day. KathleenPedano can be reached at [email protected]
During the school day, you may call the school office at 610-789-7676 ext. 202 and leave a message for the teacher and your call will be returned as soon as possible.
If you are sending a note in with your child, please make sure your child knows to hand it to the teacher upon arrival so that it is received in a timely manner.
If your child will be absent, please call the school before 8:30 a.m. at 610-789-7676 ext. 202 and leave a message or email Mrs. Booth in the school office at [email protected] with your child’s name, grade, and reason for absence and refer to the school Absence Policy for further information.
Upon returning to school please send a note to the teacher with the date(s) and reason for your child's absence
Homeroom Parents for Ka are: Kim Detweiler and Laura Elly