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Dear Families,There's a wonderful beginning to your child's school day! It's Called Morning Meeting and it's a great way to build community, set a positive tone, increase excitement about learning, and improve academic and social skills.Morning Meeting usually takes fifteen mintues. First thing each morning, the children and I gather in a circle. We begin by greeting each other. Every day, your child hears his or her name spoken by a classmate in a friendly and cheerful manner.Next, a few students share some interesting news followed by a conversation with the class. This helps students listen carefully, think about what they hear, formulate good questions, and learn about each other. When children share, they have a chance to feel that their ideas are valued and that the other children care.After sharing, there is an activity for the whole class. We might sing or recite a poem or play a math game. The activity time helps students think about the day ahead. Sometimes, I use this time to review and practice a reading, punctuation, or math skill.Every day, Morning Meeting lets children know that school is a safe place where all children's feelings and ideas are important. If you'd like to visit a Morning Meeting, just give me a call, write a note, or email me to arrange a good time. You'll see for yourself why we're so excited about this start to our day.Sincerely,Mrs. Finley
