Great Day!

Today, we had a class meeting, which we call "Circle Time" (because we sit in a circle on our chairs).  As part of this meeting, I teach the children how to give (and receive) a meaningful compliment, such as: "I would like to compliment __________.  I noticed that he/she included kids at recess that looked lonely."  After we went one round about the circle, complimenting the person who sat at our left, several piped up about how much fun they had and asked if we could go another round.  We did, and I heard students comment about how nice it felt to have someone say something nice about them, and also how nice it felt to say something nice.  We realized that a compliment could be given to a different gender person and it didn't mean that they were getting married! :) (~ big stuff for 5th grade!!!)
I about cried at how sweet and genuine the children were.  What a dynamic group!  Bravo Parents for raising children who enjoy being kind.  

On an unrelated note, remember that it is Fall Break and we have NO SCHOOL on Thursday, Friday, or Monday!  Please encourage your kiddos to read a good book or two.  Have a wonderful holiday!
Mrs. Fuller

One Month Countdown

Just a quick reminder to read like a superstar!  We have about a month until SEP's, and have set goals to read 11 - 12 reading level books by then ~ with a goal of 40 for the year.  Tick Tock.... :)  Fall break might be the perfect time to catch up!  

Also, Westridge is focussing on kindness this month, so keep track of all the great things you are doing so we can add links to our chain!  This should be easy for our class, as you are super nice anyways.