Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Welcome 5th Grade 2016-17

Hello!  Welcome to 5th grade, it is going to be an amazing year.  I am looking forward to meeting you and getting to know you. Please take a moment to complete the questionnaires below.  Be sure to answer all the questions by hitting the tab button to go to the next question.  You can also use the scroll bar to see all of the form.  In addition you must click on the SUBMIT button so that I will receive your information.  If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me: gigantej@guilderlandschools.net

Sunday, October 4, 2015

Updates!

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     Wow, it is already October and we have been so very busy!  We are getting into a routine and continue to work on developing good work habits.  Please check & sign your child's assignment pad each night and encourage them to utilize the assignment pad, homework folder and binder to keep themselves organized.  In addition students may use the Google calendar (found in the HW and Assignments tab) to help them keep track of their assignments. 

Important Dates to Remember: 
Picture Day: Tuesday October 6th
Go Home Early Drill: Friday October 9th
Columbus Day: No School: Monday October 12th
Bingo Night & Book Fair: Friday October 16th


Individual photos and class picture day will be on  Tuesday October 6th.  Please make sure your child comes with picture money and a fabulous smile!  If you have any questions, please let me know.
I have been trying out a new way to communicate with parents via text messaging with the Remind App. Remind is a free, safe, and simple messaging tool that helps teachers share important updates and reminders with students & parents. I am able to send individual text messages directly to parents communicating how a child's day is going or letting a parent know immediately if there is a problem.
If you haven't signed up please do so.  You can subscribe by text, email or using the Remind App.  All personal information is kept private.
  • To receive messages via text, text @mrsgigante to 81010. 
  • Or, text @mrsgigante to (518)213-5295
  • Or to receive messages via email, send an email to:  mrsgigante@mail.remind.com

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Welcome Back!

Welcome back!  I am so excited to have the opportunity to work with you and your child this year.  I look forward to seeing you tonight at our fifth grade open house on Thursday, September 17th.  We will have a chance to explore the curriculum and other fifth grade information more specifically during our open house. 

Please browse the pages on my blog at
 mrsgigante.blogspot.com to gather information about our specials schedule, lessons, books orders, etc. Please read through the information and send any questions to me via your child or through email at:gigantej@guilderlandschools.net.  Also, if you would like to receive an email notification when a new post is made, you can submit your email in the "Follow By Mail" box in the top right-hand corner of the blog. 

In addition, I am trying out a new way to communicate with you via text messaging with the Remind App.  Remind is a free, safe, and simple messaging tool that helps teachers share important updates and reminders with students & parents.  Subscribe by text, email or using the Remind App.  All personal information is kept private.

  • To receive messages via text, text @mrsgigante to 81010. 
  • Or, text @mrsgigante to (518)213-5295
  • Or to receive messages via email, send an email to:  mrsgigante@mail.remind.com


I have enjoyed getting to know your children this week and look forward to a successful 5th grade year.  I look forward to discussing goals for your child at our parent-teacher conferences.  Thank you for completing the parent questionnaires, your input is so essential in helping me teach your child.  Please do not hesitate to contact me with your thoughts or concerns, working together; we will help your child reach their truest potential. 

  

Monday, August 10, 2015

Welcome 5th Grade 2015-2016

Hello!  Welcome to 5th grade, it is going to be an amazing year.  I am looking forward to meeting you and getting to know you. Please take a moment to complete the questionnaires below.  Be sure to answer all the questions by hitting the tab button to go to the next question.  You can also use the scroll bar to see all of the form.  In addition you must click on the SUBMIT button so that I will receive your information.  If you have any concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me: gigantej@guilderlandschools.net