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Please see changes throughout the page. I have updated in some areas.
Welcome to Mrs. McGregor's Page
God Bless America!!!
This picture is from my visit to Pearl Harbor in the spring of 2008. I went to see my older sister, Myra, who is currently serving in the United States Marine Corps. I am pictured with 2 Pearl Harbor survivors: Alfred Rodriguez and Sterling Cole. Bless you 2 and all of our soldiers who have served and are currently serving.
Upcoming Events:
November 17th-18th - Wood Magic
November 20th - Reading Fair
November 21st - School Spirit Shirt Day
November 24th-28th - Thanksgiving Holidays
December 2nd - Grenada Christmas Parade
December 8th - Nutcracker Play for GUES $1.00
December 10th - Visions Program at GUES $1.00
December 15th - Auditions for Spring Play
December 19th - School Spirit Shirt Day
December 22nd-January 2nd - Christmas Holidays
January 5th - return to school from holiday
Weekly Announcements:
*Testing Schedule
Thursdays - Reading and Spelling
Fridays - Math, English, and Science or Social Studies
The testing schedule may change during short weeks or near holidays
**Grenada School District Grading Scale**
93-100 A
85-92 B
75-84 C
70-74 D
69 or less F
Homework:
I send the Spelling List sheet and the Unit Vocabulary words every Monday. Our homework assignments are written on the board daily. The students are reminded several times to write down the assignments and to get the necessary books in which to do the work. Students receive notes daily to study through the week. Please make sure your child studies nightly and does the homework.
Make sure to check your child's homework sheet. The sheets are given out each Monday, and the students are to write the assignments down each day. Please help to make sure your child does the homework.
***Nightly homework in all subjects consists of studying the daily notes, steps, and examples to prepare for the weekly tests.***
Projects:
Accelerated Reader Information:
Please encourage your child to read daily. This will help to increase his/her vocabulary and prepare your child better for the future.
*Accelerated Reader Goals*
1st 9 Weeks = 4th graders need 15 points 5th graders need 20 points
2nd 9 Weeks = 4th graders need 20 points 5th graders need 25 points
3rd 9 Weeks = 4th graders need 25 points 5th graders need 30 points
4th 9 Weeks = 4th graders need 30 points 5th graders need 35 points
Check with your child periodically to make sure that he/she is reaching the required points each 9 weeks.
Reading Fair:
I will sent home notices about the Reading Fair Projects. Please make sure that you encourage your child to participate. Each student is required to present a project in the classroom. If the child wants to be in the "Reading Fair", make sure that the project is set up according to the requirements listed on the sheets I sent home. The Reading Fair projects must be on the tri-fold boards. If your child is not going to be in the "Reading Fair", he/she still has to present a project in the classroom for a Reading grade; the classroom project can be on a regular poster board.
Science Fair:
Be preparing your child for the Science Fair coming in the Spring. Do not wait until the last minute. Each student is required to present a project in the classroom. If the child wants to be in the "Science Fair", make sure that the project is set up according to the requirements listed on the sheets I will send home. The Science Fair projects must be on the tri-fold boards. If your child is not going to be in the "Science Fair", he/she still has to present a project in the classroom for a Science grade; the classroom project can be on a regular poster board. I will send home more detailed information as the time nears.
January 29th is the tentative date for the Science Fair. Please make sure your child's project will be ready in time.
Birthdays:
Mrs. McGregor's Class Birthdays:
January - 3rd Shayna, 22nd Aaliyah
February - 5th Kylee and Caleb
March - 5th Chase, 20th Christian, 22nd Alyssa
April - 17th Destiny, 18th Takeria, 28th B.J.
May - 8th Dakota D., 14th Cody H.
June - 4th Akeeliein
July - 1st Haley and 21st Torry
August - 6th Xzavier, 7th Kevarius, 9th Shanelle
September - none
October - 3rd Zavion and Dakota W., 18th Cindy
November - 12th Jada, 24th Mrs. McGregor
December - 21st Quanza
Classroom Wish List: pencils, paper, bottle glue, tape, facial tissue, colored pencils, paper towels, plastic spoons, construction paper, antibacterial wipes, and Lysol
Schedule:
7:30 Enter Classroom
7:40-8:20 Tardy Bell, Pledge of Alligence, Roll Call, & Collection Time
Reading Skills - AR Reading - Oral Reading
Weekly Spelling and Vocabulary Practice
Restroom Break
8:20-9:30 English (8:40-8:50 sign up for centers)
9:30-9:40 get materials ready for Math with Miller (class stretch time)
9:40-10:55 Math (my class goes to Mrs. Miller for Math)
English (Mrs. Miller`s class comes to me for English/Reading)
11:00-11:45 Activity Period {Music, Library, PE, Computer, and PE)
11:55-12:20 Lunch/Restroom/Recess
12:30-1:10 Science/Social Studies == except on Wednesdays
1:15-2:25 Centers
2:25-2:30 Stack and Pack
2:35 Dismiss
Please remind your child to wear tennis shoes on our P.E. days which are Wednesdays and Fridays.
We attend the Greenhouse Program = Thursdays 9:50-10:35
We attend Math and Science Lab on Wednesdays from 9:00-10:30.
About Mrs. McGregor
My name is Natalie McGregor; I am a Multi Age 4/5 Teacher. My classroom has been self-contained, but I will be partnered with Melody Miller this year. I began teaching in August of 1992. I have been privileged to spend my entire teaching career in the Grenada School District. When I graduated from Calhoun City High School, I attended Northwest Community College. Upon completing my years at Northwest, I transferred to Mississippi State University. While at Northwest and Mississippi State, I attended the Baptist Student Union and Campus Crusade for Christ. In addition to those organizations, I worked in the Library Resources Dept. on both campuses.
**Regarding personal and family information = My husband, Earl, and I recently celebrated our 10th wedding anniversary. We shared this event with our 8 year old son, Christopher. My family and I attend Vardaman First Baptist Church where my husband and I are on the Baptismal Committee.
Classroom Philosophy:
It is my belief that learning is not only a privilege but a responsibility. I believe that every child can learn. I also believe that not all learning takes place at school. Students, parents, and teachers must work together to create a productive member of society.
Thank you so much for allowing me to be a part of your child's educational experience. I really do appreciate all of the support you have given me. With this type of cooperation, we can successfully prepare your child for a wonderful future. |
