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Second Grade Update – Week of 5/1

Dear Second Grade Families,  Happy Friday! This week, a highlight was Mayor Ezzy Ashcraft’s visit! Students enjoyed asking the questions they had brainstormed last week and finding out her answers! They did a great job listening attentively, and the Mayor did a wonderful job sharing lessons about never… Read more »

Second Grade Update – Week of 4/24

Dear Second Grade Families,  Happy weekend! The cherry on top of our week was our trip to the Lawrence Hall of Science.  Students explored the outdoor lab like scientists, constructed hats and flying creations like engineers, and enjoyed a 3-D film highlighting the wonders of the natural world right… Read more »

Second Grade Update – Week of 4/17

Dear Second Grade Families,  We hope you’re enjoying a lovely Easter Break! This week on Friday, we have our field trip to the Lawrence Hall of Science!  Field Trip Focus: The diversity of life in our natural world and our role as scientists, inventors, and community members Time: Depart… Read more »

Second Grade Update – Week of 4/3

Dear Second Grade Families,  Happy Friday! This week, Alameda Food Bank welcomed us into their facilities, shared their mission of supporting Alameda residents who are food insecure, and allowed our second graders to help by stocking shelves. 🙂 We are reminded that as good citizens and Catholics, we… Read more »

Second Grade Update – Week of 3/27

Dear Second Grade Families,  This week, second graders enjoyed an onsite visit from author, Kentrell Martin. It was amazing to watch him share American Sign Language through a reading of his book, “Shelly Goes to the Zoo”. Students had a blast learning about 30 signs! This visit was… Read more »

Second Grade Update – Week of 3/20

Dear Second Grade Families,  Happy Friday! Below is a message of thanks from Mrs. Serles who enjoyed a lovely birthday last week! “Dear Second Grade Families,      Thank you very much for the Asena gift certificate. It’s one of my favorite places to eat at. I appreciate all the love… Read more »

Second Grade Update – Week of 3/13

Dear Second Grade Families,  Happy Friday! This week, students were treated to the Middle School play, “The Enchanted Bookshop”. It was a joy to see their smiles as they watched and hear about their favorite characters afterwards! Next week, we will start the third trimester and report cards are… Read more »

Second Grade Update – Week of 3/6

Dear Second Grade Families,  Happy Friday!This week, students enjoyed Adoration – our special opportunity to be with Jesus each first Friday of the month. We reflected on our Lenten promises and were reminded that Jesus is always with us.  Another highlight was our descriptive narrative project! Students partnered up to share their drafts,… Read more »

Second Grade Update – Week of 2/27

Dear Second Grade Families,  Happy Friday! This week, Ms. Andie treated students to a science-focused read-aloud and craft, reinforcing the properties of different materials and how to think like a scientist! We also observed the start of our Lenten season with an all-school Mass on Ash Wednesday. Led… Read more »

Second Grade Update – Week of 2/20

Dear Second Grade Families,  Happy Friday! This week, students enjoyed many treats and special events. Thank you to Mrs. Fisher and Ms. Underwood for an adorable Valentine’s party craft and to Ms. Ortiz for another creative Art Docent lesson! These students are VERY blessed. 🙂… Read more »