We went on our last field trip for the year to the University of North Florida Nature Trail. This preserve is over 500 acres and protects the natural flora and fauna of the area. We were able to spot a snake, turtles, and fish. We walked about 2 miles of the trail which included a hike through a swamp with plenty of cedar trees and a lot cooler temperature. Our guide was very knowledgeable and made the trip very interesting for the children using the book "A Home for Ozzie" to help track landmarks. email@example.com said…
Good morning, Mall-ard Kindergarten!

I am Mrs. Deb Kuhr and I work in the Department of Public Relations at the University of North Florida. In fact, I work with Mr. Vernon Payne, the very talented gentleman who illustrated the book "A Home for Ozzie."

I enjoyed reading about your field trip to the UNF preserve. It's an amazing place. Sometimes I have the privilege of seeing wildlife outside my office window: birds (Ospreys, eagles, owls and meadow-larks), turtles and deer. A co-worker once spotted a black bear! And geese, geese and more geese. They live all over the UNF campus. Last Friday, you could see a mother goose and her babies frolicking in the pond's fountain at the front of my building. :)

UNF is a fun place to work, to go to school and to visit. I hope you enjoyed your time here.

May 2, 2016 at 9:29 AM Awe so cute! Matt had a blast...so did Kenley :-)
May 2, 2016 at 12:53 PM We have had several requests for the above "Letter Combination" chart. We alternate this chart with the below "Blends" chart every day. Students chant it as "ay, ey, ai See kids play, etc." They see these letter combinations in their reading and use them in their writing. These two charts are also kept in easy eye-sight for students to refer to as needed. Smaller charts are also put into their writing folders and reading bins earlier in the year to use as reference tools. Today was the 100th day of school and a very exciting day for our First Graders. We have been tallying each day since the first day of school and talking about reaching the 100th day. Students brought in 100 items contained in water bottles to share with the class. They worked on 100 piece puzzles, played math games to reach 100, made 100 day trail mix, and made a necklace with 100 cereal pieces. We think it was a day worth celebrating!
100th Day First Grade 2013 on PhotoPeach Our "Welcome Back" bulletin board boasts the Wizard of Oz characters, a hot air balloon, and welcome back messages to each of our students. Thanks to Kim (Libby's mom) for the great dolls and hot air balloon. It is Oz-some indeed!! Maria Mallon & Cheryl Dillard
We are officially called "The Mall-ards"! Hi! My name is Mrs. Maria Mallon I have been a looping teacher at Chets Creek since 2001. I am a Certified Teacher of the Gifted and have a Masters in Education in Reading. I was Chets Creek Teacher of the Year for 2005-2006 and Rutledge H. Pearson's Teacher of the Year for 1999-2000. I love to go to the beach, the movies, and shop! It is our intention that this blog helps you feel more a part of our daily classroom life. I am Mrs. Cheryl Dillard and I am Chets Creek Elementary Teacher of the Year for 2018-2019. I am in my 22nd year of teaching. I was also Twin Lakes Academy Teacher of the Year in 2006-2007. I am a Certified Gifted Teacher. I love having the opportunity to spend two years with the same group of students and watching them grow as learners. I keep busy with my family that includes my husband, three children, and two cats named "Lightening" and "Mac." In my free time I love to read and go to the beach.
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