Not every child has had the same early experiences with books, songs, rhymes, and conversations—and that’s okay! It’s never too late to build those important literacy experiences. The good news? You don’t need a lot of time or special materials. A few minutes here and there can make a big difference!

Try some of these simple activities at home or in the car:

🎵 Sing the Alphabet Song

Sing the ABCs together! Once your child knows the song, begin connecting letters to their sounds: “You just sang M! What sound does M make?”

🐷 Practice Nursery Rhymes

Nursery rhymes help children hear rhythm, rhyme, and the sounds in words. Try Humpty Dumpty, Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, or Mary Had a Little Lamb. Have your child fill in the missing word:

👂 Play With Sounds

Pick a word and see if your child can think of another word that rhymes.

Silly words count, too!

📖 Read It Again…and Again!

Children learn through repetition. Read a favorite book multiple times. Let your child help tell the story, predict what happens next, or talk about the pictures.

🗣️ Talk, Talk, Talk!

Ask your child about their day, what they notice, what they think, and why they think it. Everyday conversations build vocabulary and language skills that support reading.

🚗 Make the Most of the Car Ride

Instead of reaching for a phone or tablet, try an alphabet hunt, sing a song, play “I Spy,” or look for letters and words on signs.

⭐ Remember: You don't have to spend an hour practicing literacy. Five minutes of singing, rhyming, talking, or reading can add up to powerful learning over time!

These little moments help build the foundation for strong readers—and they can happen anywhere! 💙💛

September 28th- October 2nd- Homecoming SPIRIT WEEK (See Below)

September 28th- School Board Meeting @ 6pm

October 2nd- 1/2 Day (Elementary)

October 2nd- Goodrich Homecoming Game

October 5th- 1st Grade Fire Station Visit

October 6th- Kindergarten Fire Safety 

October 7th- ELGA Deposit Day

October 9th- PTO Color Run

October 12th- NO SCHOOL (Staff PD Day)

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Reid's school hours are:

Full Day: 8:30am – 3:50pm, Half Day: 8:30am – 12:10pm.

Tardy: Students should be in their classroom ready to learn by 8:30. After 8:35, or if they miss the caravan line and are brought in the office for drop off, they are marked tardy.

Half Day (AM or PM Absence): Arrive after 9:15 or leave before 3:10. Please use the ParentVue app or call the attendance line to report your child’s absence. Parents will receive an automated phone call, text, and email if an absence is not verified to the office by 9:15 am. After receiving these communications, please call the front office or attendance line or the absence will remain unverified.

Excused Medical Absence: In the case that your child missed school because they were under the care of a physician, please turn all doctor’s notes into the office within one week of their return to school.