Welcome to First Grade

Mrs. Bars        Mrs. Kendall       Mrs. Clarke

Foundation   Your child is in the process of acquiring their foundation upon which future learning will build. The goal is to have the foundation be as stable and broad as possible so they'll have the proper support as subjects become harder.

Independence   Going to lunch, tying their shoes, problem solving, having an, "I can do it." Instead of an "I can't do it." attitude and making choices based on good decisions are all part of this first grade year.

Responsibility    This goes right along with independence. They'll begin to understand the importance of taking responsibility for their own attitudes and actions.

Social skills  This is such an important area. Manners, compassion, solving conflicts appropriately...basically how to get along with everyone else.

Transitions  This is a HUGE part of first grade. Your child will have tremendous growth this year. They literally will change from the "little kids" of kindergarten to the "big kids" of second grade right before your eyes.

Spring Calendar of Events

April 4th -- New Haven Symphony  (Hyde School)

April 7th-11th -- Cultural Arts Week  (Korea)

April 14-18th-- Spring Vacation

April 25th--3C's Performance (Hyde School)

May 8th --First Grade Talent Show  6:30pm  (PCS gym)

May 14th-- Grandparent's Day  8am-10am (Breakfast/Classroom Visit/ Concert)

May 16th-- Roger Williams Zoo Field Trip  9am-3pm (chaperones needed)

May  22nd -- Spring Concert and Expo (evening)

May 26th-- Memorial Day (no school)

June 5th--  Author's Night

June 17th-- Last Day of School

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