Mrs. Summer DeSouza
Welcome to 2D!


News:
Classroom News:
Wow, just 8 more days left of second grade, then it’s off to summer vacation!!
This week’s happenings 6/9-6/15):
Tuesday: Library Day, we will walk to the Edgartown public library and see Elyce to learn about their summer reading program.
Wednesday: Recognition Day Ceremony for the 8th graders, our dance team will be putting on a 1.5 minute dance for them, dancers please wear black!
Thursday: Beach Day! See separate notices for information regarding this annual event
Friday: Egg Drop and parents are invited to come in and watch a year end slideshow, details to follow, stay tuned…
Next week (6/16-6/18):
Monday: Field Day! Wear a bathing suit, hat and sunscreen. Bring a change of clothes and a towel. For shoes, wear what will be comfortable playing competitive water games (Crocs are usually a good choice). The cafe will serve hotdogs and burgers and you might get a chance to dunk Mrs. De Souza!!!!!
Tuesday: Year end clean out day, please bring a sturdy bag for belongings
Wednesday: Zoom Away Day, last day of school, Half Day Noon Dismissal!!
It has been a top ten awesome year in 2D. I look forward to every last minute with this kind and curious bunch.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions,
~Summer
*2D Families 2024-25, please take a moment to fill this questionnaire out before the start of school:
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2D 2024-25:
Paige
Catherine
Isabelly
Maria Luiza
Avery
William
Kiara
Gunner
Sam
Maeve
Acacia
Ava
Alicia
Supply List:
(Collect these items to bring to school on the first day)
pencil box
box of crayons
box of colored pencils
2 glue sticks
2 boxes of pencils
erasers
small pencil sharpener (not mechanical)
scissors
water bottle with fresh water daily
lunch box
backpack
headphones
At home: a nice, well-lit, quiet space to read
Plenty of pencils for homework
Share Schedule
Monday: Paige, Catherine, Isabelly
Tuesday: Maria, William
Wednesday: Kiara, Gunner, Sam
Thursday: Maeve, Acacia
Friday: Ava, Alicia
Specials Schedule:
Monday: technology
Tuesday: library
Wednesday: gym & music
Thursday: gym & health
Friday: garden & art
Hi! Welcome! I am your 2nd grade teacher, Mrs. DeSouza. I was born and raised on Martha’s Vineyard and care deeply about this island and our community. I love the beach, hikes in nature, teaching and learning. I have two amazing daughters, a wonderful husband, and a pup named Rusty. Our assistant teacher is Ms. Brooke Bulawka, she is a MA certified teacher herself and has experience in grades k-8. We can’t wait to meet you all and get to know you. ❤️










