A Very Big Thank You

Welcome to our classroom

Words cannot even begin to describe the overwhelming sense of support, celebration and appreciation during last night's Open House/Meet the Teacher Night. Both my DECE and I, as well as my fellow grade partners (@mel4education and her DECE), were ecstatic with how the evening unfolded. Mrs. Abalos (my wonderful and talented grade partner) sums it up nicely when saying, "the most precious gift that was given was the smiles on our students' faces and witnessing their sense of pride and accomplishment for their learning."

The Welcome table full of treats to start the evening and our
incredible Family Board with words of encouragement for
our students from their families!

From a scavenger hunt with Tim Horton's coffee and treats to a slideshow and Guest Book for parents to write a message in to our class, one of the most memorable events of the evening was watching our Family Board come to life. After seeing this wonderful idea in action during our dear friend Joanne Babalis' Open House last year, we knew we had to try it but design it in our own way. Thank you Joanne for the amazing idea and we give you full credit for what is an incredible way of celebrating our students' families within our classrooms.

Our new floating branch with student-created
leaf transparencies was an eye-catcher! 

Our class truly enjoyed reading all of the
thoughtful comments! Thank you!

Leafsnap was a hit! Students LOVED showing
their parents how to use it!

Our newly updated Art Gallery containing Cloud, Sunflower,
and Rain inspired works by our students! 

Students sharing their portfolios with their parents!

To our parents, colleagues and administration, we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your continued support with all that we do! Our students have helped make our classroom a beautiful place to learn and grow and we truly look forward to all that's in store throughout our journey!

Sincerely,

Ms. Schmidt & Ms. Theis