Get to know your teacher

I hope that you are continuing to enjoy summer! I've really liked the time I've spent at the pool and our summer rain showers the past week. I'm looking forward to a weekend in Park City with my family :)

I thought that I would tell a little about myself for those of you in my class next year!

• Favorite colors: Probably green and red but they change often
• Favorite ice cream: Cookies and Mint
• Color of my toothbrush: White and teal
• Interesting Liberty Fact: I went to Liberty when I was in grades 4-6. I loved it so much, I came back to teach :)
• What I enjoy doing: Reading, hiking, exploring technology, going to plays and musicals, baking, spending time with friends and family, and always trying new things. This summer I rode a mechanical bull and drove a dirt bike! Both were awesome!
• Teaching: This will be my fifth year as a teacher! I taught third grade for 2 years at Stansbury Elementary, third grade for 2 years at Liberty and now I get a split class with second and third graders. I'm super excited!
• BYU or UofU: NEITHER! I'm a proud Utah State Aggie Fan! I received my bachelor's degree and recently my masters degree from USU and love it!
• Five words to describe me: Thoughtful, loving, organized, patient, and sometimes silly.

I'd love to get to know you as well! Post a comment on the blog and write a few things about yourself!

Back To School Supplies

Dear Parents,

The time has come to start thinking about the upcoming school year. I often have parents wondering what we need in our classroom, so I've created this list of supplies. PLEASE KNOW THAT EVERYTHING YOUR CHILD NEEDS WILL BE PROVIDED FOR THEM! But, if you wish to buy items at back to school sales, here are some suggestions:

Student Supplies
~Wooden pencils (These work the best, especially with learning cursive!)
~2-3 glue sticks
~Erasers (Most students prefer the pencil topper erasers)
~2 folders of your choosing: 1 for homework and one to keep at school
~ 1" black sturdy black binder (not the flimsy kinds) for writing.

Classroom Supplies
~Clorox or Lysol antibacterial wipes (We go through a lot of these to keep the room clean, especially during the cold season)
~Kleenex
~Post-it notes (any size)
~Ziploc Bags (Sandwich, quart and gallon size)
~Alphabet stickers/stencils

The “Do Not” Brings
I like to keep distractions in the classroom to a minimum. If I send home something with your child, it is because it is a distraction and should not be brought back to school. These items should be left at home: toys, mechanical pencils, pens, and hand held pencil sharpeners that do not have a lid. If you have questions, please feel free to contact me by e-mail csmith2@murrayschools.org

Again, remember this is a list of ideas and suggestions. Everything that your child needs for school will be provided.

I’m looking forward to a great year and getting to know you and your child better!

Thanks,
Miss Smith

Summer Vacation!

I hope that you are all enjoying your summer vacation. I know that I am! Hopefully you are finding some ways to beat the heat! Some of my favorite activities this summer have been:

Going to San Francisco

Reading some incredible books

4th of July parade and fireworks

Swimming at the pool

Spending time with my family

Decorating my new house

I can't wait to hear about what you've been doing!