Second graders are out of this world!!! And just to prove it, they have successfully completed a Science unit on the solar system. The students learned about our planets, their orbits, and the sun. This unit is always a favorite with second graders.
Fair is fair, especially in second grade. Fractions are all about being fair. Second graders are studying a matn unit on fractions. They are using hands on manipulatives and materials to learn about equal parts and dividing parts into fractions as well as naming fractions. They are seeing firsthand the important role that using fractions has in our everyday lives.
We love having visitors in our classroom. We had some very specail alumni come to our class and discuss their careers with us. Dina Markham spoke about her job as a police officer. She shared coloring books and police officer badges with us. Andy Yassan taught second grade about his job as an Assistant State's Attorney. The students learned just how interesting and challenging his job is. Mark Buban, an employee with Morton Salt, told us all about his job. The students learned many interesting facts about salt. Who knew there is such a variety of salt and so many different uses for salt. He also gave each student mini salt and pepper shakers. Many thanks to our visitors for sharing their talents and knowledge with us. Our visiting alumni certainly give St. Matthias a reason to be proud.
Second graders celebrated the Sacrament of Reconciliation on February 13th. They confessed their sins and developed a closer relationship with God through His grace and forgiveness. Many thanks to the visiting priests from nearby parishes who joined us for this special day. First Holy Communion is Saturday, April 24th. Please keep our first communicants in your prayers as they prepare for this special day.
Second graders have begun their Lenten Journey. They have made their Lenten promises and are making a strong effort to follow through on them. They are giving of themselves the way Jesus gave to others.
As winter is quickly coming to a close, second graders are springing forward in their preparations for third grade. I am very proud of my students for all their hard work this winter.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mrs. Plewa at mrs.plewa@values4life.com