Kindergarten Newsletter Week of September 14, 2020 Upcoming Dates: Tuesday, September 29 – bus evacuation drill, all kindergarten classes will practice getting off a school bus in the event of an emergency. Reminders:Please check your child’s folder every day and remove the papers. Label all homework with your child’s name. Send healthy snacks... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of September 7, 2020 Upcoming Dates: Friday, September 11 is Patriots Day. Wear Red, White and Blue. Please send water bottles filled every day. Weekly homework is attached to the newsletters. Reminders: Math: Topic 1: Numbers 0 to 5 Counting tells us how many are in a group, regardless of their... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of August 31, 2020 Upcoming Dates: The first day of Kindergarten is Wednesday, September 2, 2020. There will be no school on Monday, September 7, 2020 for Labor Day. Math: We will learn to identify two-dimensional (flat) and three-dimensional (solid) shapes. The two-dimensional shapes are circle, square,... READ MORE >

Kingston Elementary School's Virtual Open House is Thursday, September 3rd. Be on the look out for an email from your child's teacher. It will contain the link for your google meet. The whole family can gather around the computer to join in.Kindergarten is at 6:00pm (Kindergarten remote students will not be doing a virtual open house)1st grade is at 6:30pm2nd... READ MORE >

KES Families, Welcome back to the 2020-21 school year! I am excited for the new school year but I also know it is going to be very different from what we are used to. This year as we plan to Return to Learn, you had a choice of Hybrid (in person for 2 to 3 days a week, based on your last name) or Remote (staying home and logging in everyday on a Chromebook).... READ MORE >

School supplies - I know many of you have asked about what to buy. If your child is home doing full remote learning you may not need to buy any - they may need crayons, glue, scissors, etc - but if you have them, no need to buy new. If your child is coming to school, you will need to buy supplies more than ever. Here is why - we are not allowed to share... READ MORE >

Good evening, KES families! Please mark your calendars for student belonging pick-up and Chromebook drop-off. We have organized this to have specific grade levels come on certain days to help with social distancing. Classroom teachers will be available on their assigned grade level day only. We will follow the same procedures that we use on a normal school... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of March 16, 2020 Literacy Students will share their knowledge of goods and services in writing. We had amazing conversations about the things we need and the things we want. Students have a better understanding of why money is useful and how different people earn money. Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of March 9, 2020 Sound we are learning: ch sh th Tricky Word of the Week: live give February Word Families: -en Important Dates to Remember: March 13th - End of 3rd QuarterMarch 19th - 3rd Quarter Report CardsMarch 23rd - March 27th -Spring BreakApril 2nd - Kindergarten Concert at the GKHS Math Topic 10: We will be composing... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of March 9, 2020 Literacy We will continue reading nonfiction texts about goods and services. Students will focus on the difference between needs and wants. Also, students will discuss the differences between goods and services. We are having amazing conversations about the things we need and the things we want. We are also having... READ MORE >

It is that time of year! Time to register the incoming Kindergarten students. Why do we do it now? We do it now so that it better prepares us for the number of incoming students, with teachers, curriculum and so much more. Please help spread the word.How do I register? You can go on-line at www.gkschools.org and register your child on-line. Then come to the... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of March 2, 2020 Sound we are learning: ch Tricky Word of the Week: put February Word Families: -en Important Dates to Remember: March 13th - End of 3rd QuarterMarch 14th - GK Education Foundation Fundraiser: Mouse Races at the VFW (adults only please) $5.00 coverMarch 19th - 3rd Quarter Report CardsMarch 23rd - March 27th... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of March 2, 2020 Literacy We will begin reading nonfiction texts about goods and services. Students will focus on the difference between needs and wants. Also, students will discuss the differences between goods and services. Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading five days a week. It is very important to... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of February 24, 2020 Literacy We will wrap up the story: Hunter’s Money Jar. Students will understand that they can learn lessons through the characters and events in stories. Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading five days a week. It is very important to remember to log your child’s reading minutes and turn... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of February 18, 2020 Literacy We will begin reading the story Hunter’s Money Jar. Students will understand who is telling the story by using details. Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading five days a week. It is very important to remember to log your child’s reading minutes and turn in the monthly reading... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of February 17, 2020 Sound we are learning: oo Yy Tricky Word of the Week: there where February Word Families: -est Important Dates to Remember: March 13th - End of 3rd QuarterMarch 14th - GK Education Foundation Fundraiser: Mouse Races at the VFW (adults only please) $5.00 coverMarch 19th - 3rd Quarter Report CardsMarch 23rd... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of February 10, 2020 Sound we are learning: Vv Tricky Word of the Week: my by February Word Families: -est Important Dates to Remember: February 13 – 11:30 Dismissal Parent/Teacher ConferencesFebruary 14 – Valentine’s Day PartiesFebruary 14 – 11:30 Dismissal Parent/Teacher ConferencesFebruary 17 - No School - Presidents’... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of February 10, 2020 Literacy Students will continue to identify the characters, setting, main idea, and theme of stories (fiction). Thank you for reinforcing these reading strategies at home as well! Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading five days a week. Phonics This week our phonics review sounds will... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of February 3, 2020 Sound we are learning: Ww ng Kindergarten Blending Homework starts this week. Your child’s teacher will be sending home a Blending Word List each week. Please be sure to follow the directions and return the practiced word list each week with a parent signature. Tricky Word of the Week: come ... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of February 3, 2020 Literacy We will wrap up our fiction and non-fiction unit about school and (Far from Home and Going to School). We will begin reading the story, The Winners’ Choice. Students will retell story events in order, use illustrations and details to tell about events, use details to tell about characters, and understand... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter January 27, 2020 Sounds we are learning: Zz and Ww Tricky word of the Week: said January Word Family: -ing Dates to Remember: January 31 - 100th day of KindergartenFebruary 10 - Jump rope for heart in PEFebruary 14 - Six Flags reading log deadlineFebruary 14 - Valentine's Day parties in the morningFebruary 13 and 14 - 11:30... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter January 20, 2020 Sounds we are learning: ee/or Tricky word of the Week: do January Word Family: -ing Dates to Remember: January 31 - 100th day of KindergartenFebruary 14 - Six Flags reading log deadlineFebruary 14 - Valentine's Day parties in the morningFebruary 13 and 14 - 11:30 dismissal for Parent/Teacher ConferencesFebruary 10... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of January 27, 2020 Literacy Students will learn how authors use text features to help readers learn more about a main topic. Please practice these skills with your student while reading together. Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading five days a week. Phonics This week we will review short u in final... READ MORE >

Kindergarten NewsletterWeek of January 6, 2020 Sounds we are learning: oa ie (Coming Soon - blending homework) Tricky Word of the Week: have January Word Family: -ing Dates to Remember: January 16 - Report cards sent homeJanuary 17 - No School - Teacher Institute DayJanuary 20 - No School - Martin Luther King Day **Please read nightly and practice math... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of January 6, 2020 Literacy Students will recognize key details and illustrations in texts to demonstrate main ideas and central messages. Students will also compare and contrast experiences and understand that children contribute to a global classroom community. Please practice these skills with your student while reading together.... READ MORE >

PLEASE NOTE: If you are coming to visit or volunteer, you will need to bring your Driver's License. We had some computer software upgrades over break. So even if you had it scanned before, we will need it again. READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of December 16, 2019 Literacy Students will recognize key details and illustrations in texts to demonstrate main ideas and central messages. Students will also compare and contrast experiences and understand that children contribute to a global classroom community. Please practice these skills with your student while reading... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of December 9, 2019 Sound we are learning: Bb and ai Tricky Word of the Week: me, we, be Practicing current and previous tricky/sight words is essential to mastery of them. October Word Families: -ug Please note: Christmas Parties are Friday, December 20th in the afternoon at 1:30. An early... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of December 9, 2019 Literacy We will continue on fact and opinion with supported reasoning. Students will be creating opinion writing. Please practice these skills with your student while reading together. Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading five days a week. Phonics This week we will focus on -s and... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of December 2, 2019 Sound we are learning: Bb and ai Tricky Word of the Week: was Practicing current and previous tricky/sight words is essential to mastery of them. October Word Families: -ug Please note: Kindergarteners will begin working on 2nd quarter individual and group assessments. During... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of December 2, 2019 Literacy We will continue on fact and opinion with supported reasoning. Students will be creating opinion writing. Please practice these skills with your student while reading together. Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading five days a week. Phonics This week we will focus on -s and... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of November 25, 2019 Literacy We will continue to focus on becoming a classroom citizen in reading. Students will focus on determining the central message and key details while reading. Students will practice retelling the central message and key details in a story. Students will be creating opinion writing. Please practice these... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of November 25, 2019 NO HOMEWORK THIS WEEK!!!This week we will focus on the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday by participating in our own feast on Tuesday. Thanks for the food donations and to our parent helpers! Tricky Word of the Week: We will review all 13 of our tricky words this week. the, I, see, to, you, like, play, is, look,... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of November 18, 2019 Sound we are learning: Uu, Ll, and Ff Tricky Word of the Week: he/she Practicing current and previous tricky/sight words is essential to mastery of them. November Word Families: -og Important Dates to Remember: November 26 - Kindergarten Thanksgiving Feast. Please send all items in by... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of November 4, 2019 Literacy Our new topic in Ready Gen focuses on becoming a classroom citizen. Students will focus on determining the central message and key details while reading. Students will practice retelling the central message and key details in a story. The writing focus will be opinion. Please practice these skills with... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of November 4, 2019 Sound we are learning: Dd and GgTricky Word of the Week: all October Word Families: -og Important Dates to Remember: Wednesday, Nov 6th - Early Dismissal at 1:45 (parent/teacher conferences begin)Thursday, Nov 7th - Early Dismissal at 11:30 (continue parent/teacher conferences)Friday, Nov 8th - NO... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of October 28, 2019 Literacy We will review non-fiction texts and understand how the structure and organization of informational text helps readers understand the main topic. Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading five days a week. Phonics This week our phonics review sounds will be: ǎ and ck We will review... READ MORE >

Kindergarten NewsletterWeek of October 28, 2019 Sound we are learning: Rr, Mm, and Dd Tricky Word of the Week: look Practicing current and previous tricky/sight words is essential to mastery of them. October Word Families: -in Important Dates to Remember: Thursday, October 31st – Halloween Parties (Remember only parents signed up to help... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of October 21, 2019 Literacy We will finish our unit on nonfiction and identifying main idea. We will identify characters, setting, and major events in fictional texts. Remember to continue to look for key details not only in nonfiction (informational) texts but in fiction too! Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of October 21, 2019 Sound we are learning: Rr and Mm Tricky Word of the Week: is Practicing current and previous tricky/sight words is essential to mastery of them. October Word Families: -in Important Dates to Remember: Monday, October 21st – Vision and Hearing Screenings Tuesday, October 22nd –... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter Week of October 14, 2019 Sound we are learning: Hh Tricky Word of the Week: Play Practicing current and previous tricky/sight words is essential to mastery of them. October Word Families: -in Important Dates to Remember: Thursday, October 17th – Picture Retakes and Great Shakedown Drill Friday, October... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of October 14, 2019 Literacy We will continue to identify elements of informational texts. Readers will also compare and contrast non-fiction texts to determine similarities and differences. As you read with your first grader, use details from the pictures and words to determine the main idea! Please remember the reading homework is... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of October 7, 2019 Literacy We will continue to explore non-fiction texts and understand how the structure and organization of informational texts help readers understand the main topic. At home, practice finding the main topic of a section and key details using text features! Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of... READ MORE >

Kindergarten NewsletterSounds we are learning: Cc/Kk and EeTricky Word of the Week: like(Practicing current and previous tricky/sight words is essential to mastering them.)October Word Families: -inImportant Dates to Remember:Friday, October 11th - Teacher's Institute Day - NO Student AttendanceMonday, October 14th - NO SCHOOL - Columbus DayThursday, October... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of September 30, 2019 Literacy We will continue our focus on non-fiction and understand how informational texts have features that help us to determine the main topics. Please remember the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading five days a week. Phonics This week our phonics review sounds will be: v, y, z, qu and u. Phonics... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Newsletter - Week of September 30, 2019Sounds we are learning: Nn and Cc/KkTricky word of the week: youPracticing current and previous tricky/sight words is essential to mastering them.October word families: -inImportant dates to remember:Class trips to the Genoa Fire Station: If you have not already done so please turn in permission slips... READ MORE >

Kindergarten NewsletterWe will introduce the following letters through Jolly Phonics' songs, stories, and actions;Ii and PpTricky Word of the Week: toPracticing our weekly tricky words at home will benefit your child's literacy development.September Word Family: -atReminders:Kindergartners must wear tennis shoes (rubber soles) to P.E. in order to participate.Try... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of September 23, 2019 Literacy We will be exploring non-fiction text and text features. Students will understand that as readers, we use text features in nonfiction books to find the information we are looking for. Understanding how to use text features such as the table of contents will help students to learn more from the... READ MORE >

We will introduce the following letters through Jolly Phonics songs, stories, and actions:Aa, Tt and IiTricky Word of the Week - seePracticing our weekly tricky words at home will benefit your child's literacy development.September Word Family -atPlease remember to write names on all homework.Dates to Remember:Thursday, September 19th - Curriculum Night 7:00-8:00 -... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of September 16, 2019 Literacy Please remember that the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading five days a week. When reading a fiction book, ask these questions: who is the main character, what is the setting, can you tell me what happened in the beginning, middle and end? Phonics This week our phonics review sounds will be: d,... READ MORE >

We will introduce the following letters through Jolly Phonics songs, stories and actions:Ss and AaTricky Word of the Week - IWhat is a word family? A group of words that share a common base to which different prefixes and suffixes are added. Example: cat, bat, hat, sat, rat, mat.September Word Family is -atOPEN HOUSE - We have been busy getting ready for... READ MORE >

Thank you to all the families that donated extra supplies for our classroom. Your donations are very much appreciated. We will continue to learn and practice classroom, hallway, lunchroom and recess routines and rules. Learning school routines helps students strive for independence. The Kingston School Rules song helps us learn the rules. The words are as... READ MORE >

First Grade Newsletter Week of September 9, 2019 Literacy Please remember that the reading homework is 15 minutes of reading five days a week. Model reading with your child by reading one page and having your child read the next. Phonics This week our phonics review sounds will be: c, ck. p and n. Phonics Words to Practice can, cap, cat, man, map, nap,... READ MORE >

News:Please discuss with your child if they will be having a "cold lunch" (lunch from home) or if they will be purchasing a "hot lunch" (school lunch) each day. If they are purchasing a school lunch, they will choose either A, B, C, or D.Lunch cost is $2.80Breakfast cost is $1.75Milk is available to purchase with a cold lunch for 45 cents.Please be sure to send in... READ MORE >

What a great community we live in!!! Heartland Bank is doing a School Supply Drive August 1 - 9. You could win a $50 Visa Gift Card! READ MORE >

Hello GK Parents. As a followup to our previous May 15th and 16th training days, and in an effort to ease recent concerns regarding Powerschool and the online registration process we will be providing Powerschool registration help on Mondays throughout the summer. Starting July 8th - August 5th from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm training is available in the Genoa-Kingston... READ MORE >

Sounds we are learning: Review all 42 sounds Tricky word of the week: how April word family: -ate Important notes: The last day of school will be Monday, June 3rd.KES Field Day will be held in the afternoon on Monday, June 3rd.There will be hot lunch available on Field Day. There was an error in the original Field Day note.Report cards will be distributed... READ MORE >

KES continues the ABC Countdown. Monday, May 20 is Queen Day. The girls will be treated like Queens. Tuesday, May 21 is Read In Day. The students will get to read around the room. Find a comfy spot and curl up with a good book.Wednesday, May 22 is Sunglass Day. Wear your sunglasses all day.Thursday, May 23 is Thank You Day. Write thank you notes to classroom... READ MORE >

Congratulations to the KES April Students of the Month for the character trait of Citizenship. These students are selected by their classroom teacher and recognized by having their picture posted on the bulletin board outside of the office. They receive a certificate and $20 COGS bucks. READ MORE >

Sounds we are learning: AR ar Tricky word of the week: why May word family: -ate Thank you to the families who thought of us during Teacher Appreciation Week. You really made us feel special! PLEASE NOTE and Important Dates: The last day for Book Check will be Monday, May 20th.Please return all books that were checked out from the classroom on Tuesday,... READ MORE >

It is that time of year already!!! KES celebrates the end of the year by doing an end of the year ABC countdown. The calendar of events was sent home with your child but it is also posted here and on the facebook page. Each day is something different. We always have a fun time with it!!! READ MORE >

Genoa-Kingston gave out the 2nd annual Nikki Gudall Volunteer awards last night! A special shout out to the KES and GES award winner, Mrs. Jen Creadon. She is always available to help out in a pinch - she creates beautiful bulletin boards, makes copies, helps students, works the COGS store, and so much more!!! KES also wants to extend a big Congratulations to the... READ MORE >

Sounds we are learning: QU qu and OU ou Tricky word of the week: when April word family: -ill Dates to remember: April 26 - COGS store, all school read aloud, and BINGOMay 3rd - Teacher Institute Day/Alternative Learning Day #2. Please complete your child's packet and return back to your child's teacher. PLEASE NOTE: On Thursday, April 25th, the... READ MORE >

The 2nd grade classes had an awesome time visiting the Kishwaukee Heritage Museum in Genoa, IL. They were able to look at items that define our community. The volunteers from the museum were on hand to share and talk about the different items. This field trip is part of a unit containing 5 lessons about looking at items in history and deciding on their... READ MORE >

Sounds we are learning: TH th and QU qu Tricky word of the week: what April word family: -ill Dates to remember: April 19 - No SchoolApril 22 - No School - Alternative Learning Day. Please complete your child's packet and return back to your classroom teacher.April 26 - COGS store, all school read aloud, and BINGO PLEASE NOTE: Closed-toe shoes are... READ MORE >

What a great way to spend the evening!! The kindergartners did an amazing job! A special shout out to Mrs. Johnson, the music teacher, and Mrs. Hale, the PE teacher, for putting together the show. Thank you to the teachers for their support. Another shout out goes to Mrs. Napiorkowski, Mrs. Whittenhall and Mrs. Flewelling for coming to help out! It was a full... READ MORE >

Sounds we are learning: CH ch, SH sh, and TH thTricky word of the week: littleApril word family: -illDates to remember:April 8 & 9 - Vision and Hearing screeningApril 11 - Kindergarten Concert at the G-K high school. Doors open at 6:30. Concert begins at 7:00. All classes will be riding the bus to the high school on the day of the concert to practice. We... READ MORE >

Sounds of the week: Xx and CH chTricky word of the week: downApril word family: -illDates to remember: April 3rd - Bus Evacuation DrillApril 11th - Kindergarten Concert at the G-K High School. Doors open at 6:30. Concert begins at 7:00. All classes will be riding a bus to the High School on the day of the concert to practice.Math - Topic 11 We will work... READ MORE >

Sounds we are learning: Vv ooTricky word of the week: putMarch word family: -enImportant dates:March 15th - End of 3rd QuarterMarch 18th - Kindergarten field trip Remember to return permission slips and moneyPlease have your child at school by 8:10Bus departure for the field trip is 8:30March 21st - Report cards go homeMarch 25th - 29th - Spring BreakMath -... READ MORE >

Sounds we are learning: Ww ng Vv Tricky word of the week: here March word family: - en Important dates: March 9 - G-K Education Foundation Fundraiser: Mouse Races at the VFW (adults only) $5 coverMarch 15 - End of 3rd quarter (adjusted due to snow days)March 18 - Kindergarten Field TripRemember to return permission slips and money.Please have your child... READ MORE >

Sounds of the week: ee/or z w Tricky word of the week: there/where February word family: -ing Important dates: February 28 - Spring PicturesMarch 9 - G-K Education Foundation Fundraiser: Mouse Races at the VFW (Adults only) $5 coverMarch 14 - End of 3rd QuarterMarch 18 - Kindergarten Field Trip March 21 - 3rd Quarter Report CardsMarch 25 - 29 - Spring... READ MORE >

Kindergarten Registration begins March 12th. Parents of incoming Kindergartners, (children must by 5 on or before September 1, 2019) can register on-line at home or at school. On March 12, 13, and 14, parents can bring in the required paperwork that includes an original, certified copy of their child's birth certificate and three (3) proofs of residency. On... READ MORE >

The 1st grade was finally able to perform on Wednesday, 2/20/19, after cancelling the concert on 2/7/19, due to inclement weather. The concert was based on the story The Day the Crayons Quit. The students sang songs about colors. They did a great job and worked so hard. Thank you to Mrs. Johnson, the music teacher, and to the classroom teachers for all of their... READ MORE >