First Day of the 2009-2010 School Year!

Today was our first day and it was fabulous! I loved meeting each and everyone of the 20 students in my class! They all gave me a thumbs up at the end of the day and said they will be back tomorrow. They must have enjoyed the day as well.

I didn't take any pictures yet. It was a very busy day and I am waiting to check the permission slips. We, of course, had to spend some time talking about expectations for things like walking in the hallways, using the restrooms, going to lunch, going to recess, coming in from recess, getting the teacher's attention in the classroom, going to the bus, coming off the bus in the morning, etc. Poor kids! I have to say, tho, these kids handled it great! They were awesome listeners and did everything I asked them to do.

We managed to sneak a few academic things in (ok, and some fun things, too!) We started working in our cursive handwriting books, took a math timing, did an "I Can't Project" and "Crumple Girl". The students also filled out their planners for the first time. Please be sure to check it EVERY day and initial it at the bottom so I know you saw it. Thanks!

I'm sure your child is tired tonight. I know I am! I am looking forward to a great year!

Last Week of Summer Vacation....

It's hard to believe but this is the last week of summer vacation! Well, last full week for the kids. The teachers will be in meetings all day Thursday and Friday so we are down to half a week of vacation. It's ok with me, though! I am excited to meet my new students and I hope they are getting excited to be Hallett Hawks! I've spent some time at school getting the room all set up and am looking forward to teaching again. Remember, September 1st is Open House. Come and meet your teacher and find your classroom. Open House runs from 1:00 - 3:00. Wednesday, September 2nd is the FIRST Day! Hooray!!

Looking forward to meeting you all very soon!
Ms. Spilker

Tomorrow is the Last Day!

Today was our last full day of Fourth Grade. Tomorrow at 11:30, we are 5th graders! I took a few pictures today to "commemorate" the moment. We were having Otter Pops (Thanks Mrs. Redell!) and I tried to catch everyone but realized Alex was no where to be found in my outside pics. I suspect she was busy swinging! She is always swinging or hanging upside down!

I did manage to get a group photo (unfortunately, Robert and Annika had already left)...just not great timing today! Alex was in this one, tho!

It's hard to believe the year is over. I have enjoyed watching your children grow and mature. I was looking at them the other day and can't believe how tall they are! They've not only grown in size, they've grown academically and in confidence, too. They are truly ready to move on to 5th grade. I have no hesitations! Thank you so much for sharing your children with me and for all of your support. Enjoy your summers and I hope to see you all in the fall!