Parents,
We will be going to Old MacDonald Petting Zoo on October 15, 2009. We leave the school at 8:30 and return around 2:30. Please make sure your child has a sack lunch, snack and a drink. If you need a lunch from the cafeteria please send in a note ASAP. This is an all day trip.

Thank you,
Miss Sisco
web site: www.oldmacdonaldspettingzoo.com/

Wonderful Worms
Parents,
This week we have been observing red worms. The children are having so much fun learning about the worm. Today we will be looking at Earthworms. I will post new pictures at the end of the day.
Miss Sisco

Last week three middle school students came in and taught an awesome mini-lesson on the American Flag. The children are learning in Social Studies how to be a good citizen. We are discussing ways to show tolerance, respect for others, and the things we love about America.

Important

Due to 60% chance of rain our field trip for September 18th has been cancelled and rescheduled for April 1, 2010 from 8:30 til 11:30.

September 18th is picture day! The children can wear causal attire.

Fire Safety

Last Friday we had a visit from the Fire Department. They brought out fire hats, coloring books and a fire truck. The children got to ask important questions about how to stay safe during a fire and how to prevent one.

We challenged the students to come up with a fire escape plan for their home. Enjoy the pictures I will post more soon.

Fish Stuff Happens in First Grade

Parents,
Today we observed a live goldfish. We talked about how a fish lives in the water. They need gills to breath. We drew a goldfish in our science journals and labeled the parts. Later we made a goldfish and bowl spin stick. Ask your child what the parts of a fish are.

A great family outing would be taking them to Big Spring Park down town. Take some old bread or crackers and feed the fish.

Miss Sisco

I am Virginia Sisco. I have been teaching at ASFL for 12 years. I began in 1998-1999 school year teaching kindergarten. I taught kindergarten for 6 years and then moved to first grade. I have been teaching first grade for 6 years this school year. I love it!!!

I graduated from Athens State University with a degree in Early childhood Education. I received certification in Early Childhood Ed. as well as Elementary Ed.

I graduated from The University of Alabama in 2001 with my masters in elementary Education. ROLL TIDE!!!

I have lived in Huntsville my entire life. My dad is a native Huntsvillian. I believe this is the best place to live.

Outside of school I love working out, reading, singing, playing cards with friends, movies, etc. I have a beautiful home in Northeast Madison County. I enjoy spending time with my family. I have two wonderful nephews and a niece.

I just recently got engaged and began planning my wedding. We are looking to get married on December 12, 2009.

Welcome

Parents,

Welcome to my new blog spot. I plan on giving information, school news and photos of activities updated on this blog. Please feel free to make comments. Just know that all the parents and students from the classroom will be able to view this blog.

I am very excited about technology and all the ways we can communicate.

Miss Sisco