Welcome back, students and parents! We are so glad to see everyone back in school! We hope you had a wonderful and restful summer! We know how difficult it can be for some students to make the transition back into school. Please read below for some helpful tips!

Transition Back to School Tips for Parents

As you and your child prepare to head back to school they may be feeling anxious about returning to in-person learning after being home for the past year. We realize that as parents you are now tasked with reassuring your child that it is safe to return while encouraging them to be safe. Here are some ideas to help you navigate this transition.

1. Validate their feelings- It is important for you to remember to stay calm and positive as you validate their fears. Allow them the space to express their feelings without feeding into those fears.

1. Set the tone- Remember that your child will follow your lead. Try not to ask leading questions such as “Are you nervous about going back to school?” Try to answer their questions the best that you can in a calm manner. If you don’t know the answer it is “OK” to acknowledge that but reassure them that you will find out.

1. Help them think positive-To help younger children, letting them know what you will be doing and how you will stay safe while they are away can help calm those fears. Also, helping them focus on the positive aspects of school. Asking them what are you looking forward to? What did they enjoy that day at school?

1. Have a routine- Having a predictable routine can help the younger ones feel more secure. One major change may be the morning routine. It helps when you discuss what the new morning routine will look like. This will help your children know what your expectations are and what will be happening. This would also apply to bedtime routines and homework times. Giving them positive reinforcement will help them build self-esteem.

If your child is still struggling with adjusting to in person learning and you feel that they need a little more support please feel free to contact us and we will gladly work with you, the teacher, and your child. If you have any questions regarding the counseling program, please see the attached brochure. Thank you!

Sandra Rodriguez Cantu

830-931-2243 ext 2000

sandra.rodriguezcantu@mvisd.org

Counselor for Pk/K, 2nd & 4th

Maricarmen Saldana

830-931-2243 ext 2000

maricarmen.sadlana@mvisd.org

Counselor for 1st, 3rd, & 5th

Stephanie Rodriguez

830-931-2243 ext 2000

stephanie.rodriguez@mvisd.org

Social Worker all grade levels

Welcome back!! Reading at home can be the smallest task that makes the biggest difference! See below ways you can promote reading with your child outside of the classroom setting.

Welcome back to school! This year, I am looking forward to encouraging every child at Potranco Elementary to step out of their Math comfort zone so they can experience the success and enjoyment Math can bring! Please see below how you can help your child with math at home.

Welcome Back!!

I am excited to see everyone again and proud of the students for wearing their masks properly and all day!! Parents, please make sure we are evaluating our kiddos before dropping them off for the following symptoms:

~fever of 100.0 or greater

~loss of taste or smell

~cough

~difficulty breathing

~fatigue

~headache

~chills/body aches

~sore throat

~congestion/runny nose

~nausea/vomiting/diarrhea

Pre-K

Reading: Picture Walk and Prediction

Language Arts: Name letters and compare features (Ff, Gg, Mm, Ee, Rr, Ss, Aa, Bb, Pp)

Math: Understanding quantity and subitizing (0-3) and Object Counting (1-10)

Science: My Body and My Senses

Social Studies: My Family and My Friends

Kindergarten

Reading: Sight Words / Picture Walking

Language Arts: Learning the Letters of the Alphabet and their Sounds

Math: Learning Numbers 1-10

Science: Science Safety and Tools

Social Studies: Working on Social Skills

1st Grade

Reading: Comparing and Contrasting Fairy Tales

Language Arts: Short u

Math: Topic 1 Addition and Subtraction

Science: Science Safety and Tools

Social Studies: Texas Flag

2nd Grade

Reading: Realistic Fiction/Fantasy, Visualizing, Story Elements

Language Arts: Spelling with Short and Long Vowels, Sentence Types, Subject/Predicate

Math: Addition/Subtraction Strategies, Numbers to 1,200

Science: Investigating Matter

Social Studies: Our Community

3rd Grade

Reading: Sequence of Events, Story Elements and Plot

Language Arts: Subject and Predicates

Math: Comparing and Ordering Numbers, Addition and Subtraction

Science: Properties and States of Matter

Social Studies: The Founding of a Nation, US Documents and Checks and Balances

4th Grade

Reading: Expository Texts, Text Features, and Author’s Purpose

Language Arts: Subjects/Predicates, Complete Sentences, and Compound Sentences with Expository Writing

Math: Adding & Subtracting Decimals and Whole Numbers

Science: Properties of Matter

Social Studies: Finding Texas, U.S. Constitution, and 1st People in Texas

5th Grade

Reading / Language Arts: Author’s Purpose & Craft: Exploring Purpose & Message

Math: Multiplying and Dividing Decimals

Science: Properties of Matter

Social Studies: Exploring and Colonizing America

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Location: 190 County Road 381, San Antonio, TX, USA
Phone: 830-931-2243
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