They also learn the value and the rules of good sportsmanship. Healthful Living First graders learn that there are things they can do to be healthy. First graders learn how important it is to eat right and get enough sleep so that they can grow and be healthy. They talk about the dangers of drugs and how important it is to have a grown-up give them medicine. They practice ways to protect themselves from danger.
Some children have special needs.
It may be discovered through the course of the year that your child has special needs, either because of a learning problem that affects his ability to process information or because of special physical, mental or emotional conditions. Your teacher may discuss the need for further testing or you may notice a problem yourself that you choose to discuss with the school. Shelby City Schools offers all services required by federal and state laws and guidelines.