Friday, February 21

Dear Parents,

I hope you will enjoy a good weekend with your family.

This Wednesday is Ash Wednesday, the beginning of the season of Lent.  This 40 day season is a time for us to pray, sacrifice, and do good works.  During this season, we take time to recall Jesus' suffering and death and to prepare to celebrate Jesus' Resurrection on Easter Sunday.

The children are learning how to tell time using an analog clock.  They are able to tell time in five-minute intervals.  They are learning the terms 'quarter after 3' and 'quarter to 10'.  If you have an analog clock at home, please ask your children to tell the time now and then.

The children are reading the book Change Makers, a compilation of stories about young people who have made a difference in their communities.  We continue to observe Black History Month by listening to stories of African-Americans who showed perseverance and who made contributions/discoveries that have improved life for everyone.

Have a nice weekend.

Sister Diane