Mrs. M's class rocks!

Week 2-13 to 2-16

2012-02-11T08:24:00.000-08:00

Welcome to a short........but busy week!!!! Last week we finally finished our oral book projects! They were great! Also, they presented their speeches.... I was very impressed that everyone memorized them. Our three students who will represent the fourth grade at the Merced County Speech Festival are: Emma Eastman, Emily Featherston, and Jared Hoffart!!! Go 4th graders! Congratulations!

Are you in need of volunteer hours??? I am in need of a parent to type the student entries for the Merced County Writing Festival. Please see me ASAP. They need to be typed and returned to me by next Wed.2-22. Thank You. I am also in need of a few parents to help in the classroom. If you have a day you can volunteer each week, please let me know. Thanks for your continued support.

Even though it's a short week, we will have a spelling and reading unit with a test on Thursday 2-16.

Valentine's Day is Tuesday. Students may bring in valentines- for each student- that day to pass out. We will be having a little party and treat that afternoon.

February 24- we will be doing the Stations of the Cross for the school. Please come and join us 8:15 am in the auditorium.

Religion

Ch 9
Ch 9 Rev
Practice for stations
Preschool reading

Science

Rock lab
Lesson 3- start note sheet
Finish lesson 3 , notes and rev 1-5
wb pages 89, 97, 101, 102

Math-We will be starting the division unit. It is crucial that your child practices the basic division facts for ten minutes each day. This is truly what helps them when we get into long division.

pgs 166-167
pgs 168-169
pgs 170-171
pgs 172-173

SS- ch 6

library/ Computers
Begin lesson l, work on note sheet- I will be checking their vocab cards
finish lesson 1 notes, do wb pg 59
begin lesson 2, work on note sheet

Spelling

Unit 17- 3x each in library
pgs
pgs
test

English

library/ computers
pgs 272-273

Reading

Read "No Star Nights", pkbk 136-137
pkbk 138-140
pkbk 141, 143
test

Art / PE

Catholic School's Week 2012

2012-01-29T10:30:00.000-08:00

It's Catholic School's Week!!! It's a busy week and plans are very tentative . I will post the basic information.

Things to Know:
No hot lunch will be served Tuesday or Wednesday
Tuesday is buddy day- Your child needs to bring a buddy gift $2 maximum please
Friday is 12:30 dismissal
Friday is All school Mass at St. Patrick's Church. Please drop off your child by 7:50. Your child will be driven back by parent volunteers.

These are the drivers who have volunteered to drive:
Eastman
Melissa Gonzalez
Horal
Mendoza
Pellicano
Scheuerman
Suggs
Wolf
Thanks in advance!

Religion
Celebrating Catholic School's Week

Science
labs

Math
pgs 147-148, wb pgs 46-47

spelling
Unit 16 , test Thursday

English
pg 267

Reading

Book project presentations

week 1-23 to 1-27

2012-01-22T08:02:00.000-08:00

Welcome back to a full week! Students should have finished writing their final draft persuasive speeches. They will start memorizing them. Speeches will be given in class starting February 6th.

Students should be almost dine reading their books and be working on their book projects. Book presentations begin next week.

Macedonia info should start coming in this week. Info is due by Friday of this week. Students will share with the class next week. We will begin the poster boards next week. If you would like to donate a tri-fold board, I need two more. Let me know.

This week:
Science test- Wed.
weekly spelling and reading test - Fri.

Next week is Catholic School's Week- Buddy day is on Tuesday. Students will need to bring in a small treat for their buddy that day. We should know who their buddies are by the end of this week.

Religion

pgs 283-285 corporal works of mercy
fj- write the corporal works - give examples
Spiritual works of Mercy 286-288; fj- write the spiritual works and give examples
Preschool reading
Music

Science

finish study guide, study
quiz game
test
ch b/2 cards
begin mineral lab

Math

wb 42
wb 43
science test
pgs 150-151
pgs 152-153

SS- Test next week Thursday

library/computers
begin lesson 4 note sheet
finsih lesson 4 note sheet and rev questions
skills lesson 218-219, do wb 55
Rev in wb pgs 56-57

Sp- unit 15

in library 3x each
pgs 96-97
pgs 98-99
pgs 100-101
test

English

library/computers
pgs 2650-261
pgs 262-263
pgs 264-265
pg?

Reading- Story- "Yeh-Shen"

read story pgs 446-470, do pkbk 146
pkbk 147-148
pkbk 149-150
review story/ reread for homework. Play spelling baseball
test

Art & PE

week 1-17-12

2012-01-15T11:16:00.000-08:00

Don't forget-

English test Wednesday
Next week Science test - Next Wednesday 1-25

We are working on persuasive writing/ speech and plan to finish writing the rough draft this week. Students will take them home to proofread and edit. Please help with this. The rough draft is due next Monday 23, 2012. I will hand them back so the students can rewrite the final draft. When that is complete they will begin memorizing their speech. In class speeches will begin on Monday , February 13, 2012. Their speeches need to be memorized by that date.

Religion

ch 7 112-114
pg 115; 117-118
Preschool reading
Music

Science

finish lesson 3 notes and rev 1-5;
wb pages75,83,87,88
ch b/1 rev
study guide

Math

wb pg 40
wb pg 41
pgs 146-147
pgs 148-149

Social Studies

skills lesson pgs 204-205, do wb pgs 51-52
lesson 3
lesson 3
finish lesson 3 note sheet and wb pg 53

no spelling this week

English

pre test
adjective test

Writing

finish first draft persuasive essay/ speech

Art/ PE

week 1-9-2012

2012-01-08T12:00:00.000-08:00

We are in full swing of 3rd quarter! Please check the blog each week and your child's planner each day. We are going to be moving at a faster pace, and there will be project dates and test dates given. It's a good idea to get a calendar to write all important dates and keep it where both you and your child can refer to it. Organization is the key to success!

Your child will be given a topic on Macedonia to research. Please help them to find info and pictures for poster boards that we will be doing in class. IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE A TRI-FOLD, PLEASE LET ME KNOW. I WILL NEED 3 OR 4. Students will need to jot down facts, in their own handwriting, onto index cards so they can be posted on boards. Some info will obviously need more than one card, but when info is put on cards, each student will have something up at International Night. Their topics will be given out this week.

On Wednesday i-11-2012 we will be visiting Park Merced ( on M st.) for an 11:00 communion service. These are the parents in need who have volunteered to drive:
Hanley, Bliss, Garza, Horal, Mendonca, Pellicano, Suggs. If you are unable to drive , please call 722-7496 asap. Thank you.

Religion
prepare for communion service, and Ch 7

Science

Lesson 2 activity
lesson 2 b14-b16
lesson 2 b 17-b19- finish note sheet and review 1-5
lesson 3
lesson 3 - finish note sheet and review 1-5

Math

pg 136-137
pg 138-139
pg 140-141
pg 142-143
pg 144-145

library / computers- New book project given out
skills lesson wb 48-49, 47
Communion Service
lesson 2 198-201
lesson 2 202-203

Spelling

Unit 14: 5x each, pgs 90-95
Test Friday

English

Library
pg 212-213
pg 214 1-8
Adj review pg 216 all
217 rev all

Writing

We will begin a writing unit - Persuasive. We will be working on this all week. The students will write an essay and present their essay as a speech. The top 2 students will be chosen to represent the fourth grade in the Merced County Speech festival. The essay will be turned in first for editing and revising. Then they will be given a week to memorze their writing. They may use cards to help them, but the majority of their essay must be memorized. All important dates will be posted on the blog an written in their planner. You will want to help them stay organized so they are ready.

Happy 2012!!!!!

2012-01-02T09:02:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!!!! I hope each one of you had a wonderful and relaxing break!! I sure did~ I am ready for school- I missed my students!

Important dates this week:

Report cards go home Friday- If you have checked Option C grades are final. If your child had missing work, the last day to turn work in was Dec. 16.
Spelling test- Unit 13- Friday 1-6-12
Reading test- The Lucky Stone- Friday 1-6-12
FRIDAY IS A 12:30 DISMISSAL DAY

WE ARE STARTING MULTIPLICATION IN MATH- YOUR CHILD SHOULD BE DOING BASIC MATH PRACTICE EACH NIGHT- 10 MINUTES- AS PART OF NIGHTLY MATH HOMEWORK. Thank you!

My class will be learning about the country- Macedonia for International Night. There will be more information to come!

Religion- Ch 6

pgs 97-101; FJ
pgs 102-103; do pgs105-106
Preschool reading, HW- handout
Mass

Science- Unit B / Ch 1

Ch 1 vocab cards
Lesson 1 pgs B6-B8- start note sheet
pgs B9-B11- finish note sheet & wb pg 79
Mass

Math- Multiplication

pgs 126-127 #s17-29
pgs 128-129 #s 1-40
pgs 130-131 & 132-133 #s 1-36
pgs 134-135 #s 1-34

SS- Ch 5

vocab cards- important words will be given to them
pgs 186-189, do pf 189
begin lesson 1 190-192- start notesheet
pgs 193-194- finish notesheet & wb pg 47

Spelling- unit 13

3x each
pgs 84-87
pgs 88-89
test

English- Adjectives

pgs 204-205
pgs 206-207
pgs 208-209
pgs 210-211

Reading- "The Lucky Stone"

read story, & Practice book pg 124
pkbk 125-126
pkbk 127-128
test

Week of 12-12 to 12-16

2011-12-10T09:54:00.000-08:00

One week to Jesus' Birthday!!!!!!

Thank you for being so generous with the pen pal gifts. My sister picked up the gifts so she can give them out next week. She was very impressed with my class!!!!

AS YOU KNOW, WE HAVE BEEN LEARNING TO PLAY THE RECORDER. THOSE WHO KNOW HOW TO PLAY(THEY WILL FIND OUT MONDAY) ARE INVITED TO PLAY ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT BEFORE THE CHRISTMAS PROGRAM AT ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH

STUDENTS WILL NEED TO WEAR NICE CHURCH CLOTHES. A NOTE WILL GO HOME TO INFORM PARENTS WITH INFORMATION TUESDAY. PLEASE KEEP THIS NIGHT OPEN FOR THIS SPECIAL EVENT. THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT.

This week will be another busy week. Plans may change daily, so I will blog the basic lessons.

Religion
pgs 326-327, FJ pg 327
Christmas program rehearsal
pgs 328-329, FJ pg 329
Preschool reading
Christmas assembly and Play

Science
Lessons 3-4 and workbook

Math
pgs 112-113
pgs 116-117, 118-119
pg 120- This will count as a test
pg 123

SS- we will read bible stories about Jesus' birth

Language arts/ Writing
Finish HOW TO writing packet and final drafts
Handwriting
writing prompt writing

Art and PE

12-5 to 12-9

2011-12-04T18:41:00.000-08:00

Here are a few reminders:

Please send in items for our pen pal gifts by Wed.
All School Mass - Immaculate Conception- Thursday 12-8
Science Test- This Thursday 12-8
English test- verbs- Friday 12-9
Unit 11 spelling test - Friday 12-9
Reading test- "City Green" story- Friday 12-9

The next two weeks will full of excitement as we prepare for the Birthday of Jesus. With this time of year plans can change on a daily basis. I will list the basic information for each subject, but will not do the daily list of work. If your child is absent, please call and I will send the work to the office. I have had students who are absent and don't get their work made up. It is ultimately their responsibility. The end of the quarter is the Friday we get out for Christmas vacation. Please remember this will be the last day all work for the 2nd quarter is due. Thank you.

Religion
We will be discussing Advent and helping those in need
Science
Review for A/4 test and test Thursday
Math
pgs 106-111
SS
Finishing up presentations!
Sp
Unit 11 pgs 72-75
Test- Friday
English
Reviewing for verb test; Verb test Friday
Reading
Story-"City Green"
PKBK pgs 89-95
Test- Friday

week 11-28-2011

2011-11-27T10:24:00.000-08:00

It's MISSION PROJECT time!!!!! We will be doing mission presentations all week. Your child must be ready to present their report using their boards to explain information about their missions. This is the requirement. If your child has built a mission, please come right to the classroom first thing Monday morning so we can get them set up. Some will be in faculty room and other classes not being used as a classroom so they will not be touched. When we are done with the presentations, they will be displayed in the auditorium for display so the whole school can see them.

Penance- will be Wednesday morning. Please discuss the importance of penance and have them get ready- practice the Act of Contrition and know the sins they want to tell the priest. We are so lucky to be able to have this chance to be forgiven and become closer to God.

As a class service project, we have written pen pal letters to our pen pal class in Los Banos. This class is a special education class. Mr. Hoffart has come in to share what it is like to have learning challenges. This has been a wonderful experience for my class because they have come to understand that we are all unique children of God. Just because we don't all learn the same way, we are still human beings and loved by God. My sister and I have paired up several times to do this, because it gives our children experiences in sharing and toleration- something our world seems to be lacking. Her class is one that has learning challenges as well as financial challenges. Her class is a very low income group, and because of this we have worked together to help provide each child with something for the holidays. I am asking each child to bring in something small to put in a gift bag for each child. We need scarves, socks, gloves, hats, toiletries, and/ or small games, school supplies, or toys. This should not be something expensive, but something meaningful- something they would like. These children are ages 8-12, and I know that they would love anything that my students would pick out. I will talk to my class about this project and they can volunteer to bring in 1-2 items. I will also need15 gift bags- maybe something you have laying around. The best items are ones that can be for a boy or girl- not specific to one group. I am asking that we have all items in byWed. December 7, 2011 please. We will need to have them ready for pick before the holidays. Thank you for all your support and generosity! Merry Christmas!!!!

Religion

prepare for penance and work on service project

Science- next test Thursday 12-8- Ch A/4

lesson 2, work on outline
lesson 2, work on outline
lesson 2 finish outline
wb pgs 51,55
wb pg 56

Math- Ch 3

pgs 96-97 evens
pgs 98-99 evens, est. 2-20 only
pgs 100-101 read over only, do pgs 102-103
pgs 104-105 # 1-10

SS- Mission presentations all week

Sp- Unit 10

3x each- cursive
pgs 72-73
pgs 74-75
pg 76
test

English- test next week

pgs 150-151
pgs 152-153
pgs 154-155
pg 156, review pg 158 evens
review pg 159 evens

Reading- "Whales"

read story, do pkbk 98
pkbk 99-100
pkbk 101, 103
pkbk & handwriting
test

Art
Holiday cards for pen pals
mission presentations
PE

11/14 to 11/18 Thanksgiving is almost here!!!

2011-11-13T08:23:00.000-08:00

Our Mission trip was a success!!! Everyone was so well behaved.........I even got a complement from our mission game guide. He told me they were the most well behaved class he's had in a VERY long time. I knew my students would do well because they are.........AWESOME!!!! Thanks to all my parent chaperones and especially to Holly Pellicano. She seemed to have everything planned to every last detail. THANKS AGAIN!

There WILL NOT be a reading test on Teammates. Many didn't remember to take home book or practice to study and this will be a busy week already. Sorry for the inconvenience! We will also not be doing a spelling unit this week. We will read a new story and have a test on that story on Friday.

Tuesday - Free dress if you bring in canned food

Thursday- Class Mass in the Chapel. If you would like to join us it starts right after morning prayer

Friday- Reading test on "Just a Dream", and its a 12:30 dismissal

Other reminders: When we return from break, the MISSION PROJECTS ARE DUE. WE WILL START OUR PRESENTATIONS ON MONDAY 11-28. Also we will have a penance service Wed 11/30. Please talk to your child about this important event.

Religion

We will be practicing for our Mass each day. Please have them practice the Act of Contrition prayer.
Thursday - Mass in the Chapel

Science

lesson 1
lesson1
lesson 1- we will finish our outline of this lesson
Lesson 2 lab
begin lesson 2

Math- We will be having a math test this Thursday 11-17 of chapter 2

pg 92
pg 94
multiplication timed test BE READY!
Ch 2 test

computers
read lesson 3, do wb pg 29
read lesson 4 , do wb pg 32
wb pages 33-34 - There will not be a test on this chapter due to the Mission Projects!

English

rewrite final draft of compare & contrast paper- Apples VS Oranges- Due tomorrow!
pgs 142-142
pgs 144-145
pgs 146-147
pgs 148-149

Reading

Read "Just a Dream" do pkbk pg 105
pkbk pgs 106-107
pkbk 108-109
pkbk 110
test on story

Art

Monday - band elective at 1:40
finish warm/cool color painting

PE

Short week 11-7 to 11-10

2011-11-06T10:31:00.000-08:00

Hey 4th graders and parents!!!! If you're reading this you are AWESOME!!!!!!!

**** BIOGRAPHY BOOK PROJECT DUE MONDAY!!!

This week is a short week due to our FIELD TRIP TO THE MISSION AND BECAUSE WE ARE OFF FRIDAY IN OBSERVANCE OF VETERAN'S DAY YES!!!!

You will need to check your child's planner for the days work because the daily plans will probably change due to school activities.

Monday we are blessed to be able to participate in a band elective that will run for 5 consecutive weeks. THAT STARTS THIS WEEK.

There will not be any tests this week, but there will be a reading test for this week's story next MONDAY.

THURSDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2011 is our field trip to Mission San Juan Bautista!

Here are things you need to know:

BE AT SCHOOL BY 7:20 AM- I WILL BE HERE AT THAT TIME. WE WILL LEAVE BY 7:40.
MUST WEAR BLUE AND WHITE- JEANS ARE GREAT. BRING A SWEATSHIRT IT WILL PROBABLY BE CHILLY.
MUST BRING A SACK LUNCH!
IF YOU WANT TO PURCHASE SOUVENIRS, YOU MAY SEND MONEY WITH YOUR CHILD- PLEASE REMEMBER THEY ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR OWN MONEY.
WE WILL GO FOR ICE CREAM BEFORE WE HEAD BACK TO SCHOOL . PLEASE SEND $ FOR A TREAT.- IF YOU APPROVE OF YOUR CHILD HAVING ICE CREAM.
SNACKS AND WATER WILL BE PROVIDED ON THE BUS- BUT THEY CAN BRING EXTRA SNACKS IN THEIR LUNCH IF YOU WISH.
WE PLAN TO RETURN BY 2:30- SCHOOL DISMISSAL TIME. USUALLY WE ARE BACK BY 2:15. PLEASE PARK IN THE BACK PARKING LOT AND WALK UP TO PICK UP YOUR CHILD, THANK YOU!

THIS IS A REALLY A GREAT TRIP- THEY WON'T EVEN REALIZE THEY ARE LEARNING!!!! THEY WILL LEARN SO MUCH ABOUT MISSIONS WHICH WILL HELP THEM ON THEIR MISSION PROJECTS.

Week 10/30 to 11/4

2011-10-30T14:09:00.000-07:00

It was great to see so many of you at the Halloween carnival this weekend. Your costumes were awesome!!!!! It was a great conference week as well. I enjoyed spending time talking to parents about how wonderful each of my students are. Just a reminder---- In less than two weeks we will be taking our trip to San Juan Bautista Mission. We are going on Thursday , November 10, 2011. These are the parents who will be going with us on the VIA bus and who are helping to chaperone our trip:

Mrs. Hanley
Mrs. Teresa Gonzalez
Mr. Abbate
Mrs. Scheuerman
Mrs. Bustabade
Mr. and Mrs. Pellicano
Mrs. Fonda
Mrs. Guererro
Mrs. Hoffart
Mr. Bliss
Ms. Millicent Piro

Remember that if you didn't get chosen this time, There's still the spring trip to Mariposa. Since we are driving to that one, anyone -WHO IS FINGERPRINTED AND HAVE ATTENDED THE SAFE ENVIRONMENT CLASS- may accompany us on the trip. I would appreciate your understanding in this matter. Thank you.

THIS WEEK
NO UNIFORM SHORTS ALLOWED UNTIL NEXT YEAR!
There is a science test on Wed 11-2
I will hand out the book project sheet - This is due next week on Monday 11/7
spelling unit 9 test- Friday 11/4
Reading test- Justin and the Best Biscuits in the World- Friday 11/4

Religion
Mass on Tuesday
Unit 1 rev 77-80 Wed.

Science

vocab review
quiz game
ch a/3 test-Wed
begin ch a/4 vocab cards
finish ch a/4 cards

Math

pgs 78-79
Mass and science rev
pgs 80-81
pgs 82-83
Wb pages 20-21

Library and computers
go over test, start ch 3 cards
finish ch 3 cards
begin ch 3- lesson 1 ; start packet
finish lesson 1? Write Friendly letters home

Language arts

Spelling

unit 9 - 2x cursive in library- BASIC AND CHALLENGE WORDS!!!!
pgs 60-61
pgs 62-63
study
Unit 9 test

Writing
We will be working on Compare and Contrast writing all week................. I WOULD LOVE A VOLUTEER TO BRING IN 8 APPLES AND 8 ORANGES ON TUESDAY.............IF YOU WILL BE ABLE TO BRING IN EITHER OR BOTH ITEMS LET ME KNOW ON MONDAY . THANK YOU !

We will be pre-writing and writing the rough draft in class this week.

Reading

Library and computers
pkbk 74
pkbk 75
reread story- please rev vocab page and story for the test
Test

Art- warm/ cool color painting

MONDAY WILL BE THE HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST/PARADE. YOUR CHILD MAY WEAR THEIR COSTUME ALL DAY. ALL PROPS CAN BE USED FOR THE AM CONTEST BUT WILL NEED TO BE PUT AWAY AFTER IT'S OVER. THEY MIGHT WANT COMFORTABLE SHOES FOR THE REST OF THE DAY.

ALSO, WE WILL BE HAVING A SMALL TREAT IN THE AFTERNOON AROUND 1:45.

Conference week & RED RIBBON WEEK 10-24 TO 10-28

2011-10-23T07:13:00.000-07:00

Red Ribbon Week Calendar:
Monday- Crazy hair style, socks, hats and/or sunglasses
Tuesday- Game with upper grade class
Wednesday- all school DANCE PARTY!
Thursday- partner with upper grade class for activity
Friday- Free Dress Jeans with red or white shirt

Don't forget it' s 12:30 dismissal all week!

Tests:
SS ch 2 test Wed.
Rosary retest
No spelling or reading tests this week.

Religion

review rosary - will retest on Thursday. Ch 4 pgs 63-65
pgs 66-69
Ch 4 rev
Rosary/ Preschool reading
Music

Science- Next test - Ch A/3 will be NEXT Wednesday 11-2

Lesson 4 Notesheet- All
wb pgs 45-46
Ch A/3 rev. pgs 98-99
Start study guide
Finish study rev ******* It would be beneficial to study this weekend coming up BEFORE Halloween!

Math

pgs 70-71
pgs 72-73 all ; wb pg 16
pgs 74-75 all
pgs 76-77 all
wb pgs 17-18 ?????

Social Studies

Finish review of study guide
Quiz Game
Ch 2 Test
will assign Mission projects and each student will be assigned a Mission to research. This is done randomly so there are no problems.
Ch 3 Voc cards

Language Arts

Reading-

read Justin and the Best Biscuits in the World, do pkbk pg 69
pkbk 71
pkbk 72
pkbk 73
We will not have a test until next week

Writing- We will begin Compare/Contrast writing this week will daily in class activities

Handwriting- P, Q, R

This week's plan is very tentative. If your child is absent, please call to get that day's work.

IF YOU ARE READING THIS BLOG...............................YOU'RE AWESOME LIKE MRS. M !!!!

10-17 to 10-21 IT'S THE 2ND QUARTER!!!!!

2011-10-16T10:47:00.000-07:00

It's the second quarter........... Wow time flies when you're having fun!!!! My students have been working very hard, and you'll see this in their report card grades. Much of the first quarter was review, and many of assignments that were completed were done together. With this new quarter comes more challenge. Many have improving independent working skills and this is where the challenge will come. My students will be expected to do more on their own. Please encourage your child to ask questions when they don't understand something, though. I am always there to help.

PLEASE ENCOURAGE YOUR CHILD TO PRACTICE MATH FACTS- ESPECIALLY MULTIPLICATION FOR 10 MINUTES A DAY. THIS IS A MUST FOR 4TH GRADERS.

WEDNESDAY IS PINK FREE DRESS- FULL PARTICIPATION AND WE CAN EARN ANOTHER FREE DRESS----------GO 4TH GRADE SPIRIT!!!!!!!!!!!!

TESTS THIS WEEK:
English - nouns- Tuesday
Rosary test- Wednesday- we will be working on this Monday and Tuesday this week
Math-place value-Wednesday
Spelling unit 8 test-Friday
Reading- Mom's Best Friend- Friday

NEXT WEEK:
Social Studies- Ch 2- Wednesday 10-26

MISSION PROJECT FORMS WILL BE HANDED OUT SOON- THE MISSIONS WILL BE ASSIGNED SO IT WILL BE FAIR. THANKS FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING.

Religion

Rosary lesson - review at home- test wed.
write the Apostle's Creed in Faith Journal
Rosary test
Rosary with school; preschool reading
Music

Science

finish lesson 2 and wb pg 27
lab lesson 2
lab lesson 3; homework- read lesson 3
begin lesson 3 notesheet
finish lesson 3 notesheet, do wb pg 41

Math- review multiplication facts each day!!!!!!

ch rev pg 66 ALL
math rev/quiz game
Ch 1 test
(X) math facts test
Ch 2 begin addition chapter

Social Studies- Ch 2 test NEXT WEEK

library/computers
do wb pg 21, and 22-23
skills lesson read pgs 74-75; do wb 18-19
Ch rev. pg 91 # 1-13
begin study guide- remember doing this guide is a great way to study, and you will get extra credit for the test if it's completed!!!!!

Spelling

library
Unit 8 2x each in CURSIVE
pgs 55-56
pgs 57-58
Unit 8 test

Grammar

Library- book project is Due!!!!! Students will be checking out biography books for the next project
Noun test
Cinquain poetry- rough draft
Final draft poem- in class
Begin writing- Compare and Contrast

Reading- reread story throughout the week and please review pages from the practice book workbook to get reading for the test

library
Read "Mom's Best Friend", do pkbk pg 62- these are the vocab on the test-hint, hint!
pkbk 64-65
pkbk 66-67
"Moms' Best Friend" test

ART cool/ Warm water color art project

PE exercise curcits

********If you read the blog........... remember high five!

October 10-14

2011-10-09T08:45:00.000-07:00

Dear parents and students

If you're reading this...........YOU'RE AWESOME!!!!!!!! Students don't forget to give me a high five- I love to see who is reading the blog!

This week we will be having a unit 7 spelling test on Friday. We will be reviewing for a math test and noun test for next week.

Math test Wednesday 10/19
English test-nouns-Tuesday 10/18

Because October is the month of the Rosary, we will be saying the Rosary every Thursday as a school family. If your child has one, bring it on Thursdays.

Religion

Ch 3 activity pg 51
Ch 3 pgs 52-55; FJ pg 54
pgs 56-58; FJ pgs 59-60
Rosary, read to preschool
music practice

Science

Lab-ecosystem; I will check ch 3 cards
begin lesson 1 notesheet
finish lesson 1; homework-do lesson 1 rev #1-5 on notesheet
Lab-do wb pages for Lesson 2 lab
begin lesson2

Math- Test unit 1 - next Wed. 10/19

pgs 58-59
(x) timed test, do pages 60-61
(x) timed test, do pages 62-63
(x) timed test, do pages 64-65 evens (this is review)
pages 64-65 odds (review)

library/computers
Ch 2 skills lesson wb pages 18-19, go over lesson 4 outline sheet
begin lesson 5; homework wb pg 20
lesson 5
lesson 5

library
Unit 7 3x each & pg 48
pages 49-50
page 51
unit 7 test

English

pgs 84-85
pages 86-87
pages 88-89
pg 90 1-8
pg 93 (this is review page)

Language arts/ reading

Haiku poetry
We will watch the 8th graders perform "The Miracle Worker"
Read "Felita". We will be reviewing parts of a story again as well as strategies of a good reader. There will not be a test
finish reading story
present Indian legend stories

Art
In art we will be illustrate our Halloween Haiku poems
PE
We will be doing exercise curcits

first week of October!

2011-10-02T07:05:00.000-07:00

Dear parents
We have been working on building complete sentences and making paragraphs. Some students are struggling with making basic complete sentences. One way you can help is by checking their homework. Please check homework for capitalizing the first word of each sentence and when the word is a proper noun. Also, check to see that they use punctuation at the end of each sentence.
Another concern is counting money. Please practice counting money and giving change. This is a crucial life skill that they must know. A little help will go a long way in what we are covering in math. Thanks for the help.

This Tuesday is the Blessing of the Animals Mass. Students may wear shorts because the Mass is at 1:15 at the front of the school. If you are bringing an animal bring the animal at that time. Parents and their family pets will sit at the back. Students must sit with their class until after the Mass when the animals are to blessed. Thank you for your cooperation with this.

Science test ch A/2 is this Tuesday!
Your child should be reading their library book to ensure they finish it and complete the project by10/17.
Friday is a 12:30 dismissal day

#1-5 corresponds with the days of the week Mon-Fri.

Religion

Ch 2 pgs 39-41; FJ pg 41
42-45, FJ 45
finish reading chapter
Pray the Rosary as a school
Music practice

Science

Quiz game and vocab rev , study for tomorrow's test
Ch A/2 test
Start Ch A/3 vocab
finish vocab cards
?

Math

$ review, pg 51 #15-22
pgs 52-53
pgs 54-55
pg 56 all
pg 57 all

Social Studies

library
finish lesson 2 outline; homework- make sure lesson 2 is completed & do wb pg 15
lesson 3 outline, rev vocab
begin lesson 4, review
work on lesson 4 outline

English/grammar

pgs 80-81 at the library
none
pgs 82-83

Spelling
no spelling this week

Language arts
There will be no reading story this week. Students will be learning about Indian legend stories. The students will write their own Indian legend story with their tribe(coloring page from last week) in mind. This writing will be done in class, and they might need to take stories home to help with proofreading and editing sometime this week. I want this to be the student's work, but helping in the area of spelling and punctuation is always a good thing when they are learning to write. Check their planners daily to see if they need to complete any portion of this assignment at home for homework on any given night this week. Thank you.

Last week of September 2011

2011-09-25T16:28:00.000-07:00

Thanks to all the wonderful parents who made sure my students had a healthy snack each day of testing week. Thanks to Mrs. Pellicano for organizing us so well!!! Please read all of the blog because I am trying something new with how I post the week's work. It will be organized by subject then by day rather than day then subject. Hope this works ok....Thanks for your patience.

******If your child doesn't already have watercolor paints (was on the class list) We need them Monday
for a watercolor project in art. Thank you.

Upcoming this week:
Writing- final draft due this Tuesday
Spelling unit 5 test Friday
Reading test- "Kettle of Hawks" Friday

Upcoming next week:
Science Ch A/2 test will be on Tuesday10/4
We will begin another writing unit - Indian legend stories

1-Monday, 2- Tuesday, 3- Wednesday, 4-Thursday, 5-Friday

Religion

ch 1 read pages 27-29, FJ p 29
pgs 30-33, FJ pg. 33
ch 1 ws
preschool reading
music

Science-Test next Tuesday 10-4- students should study a little each day, not just the night before the test!!!!!

finish lesosn 3 notesheet, do wb pg 27
Ch A/2 review pgs A62-63 #1-25
Start study guide
finish study guide
Quiz game - review for test

Math

pgs 42-43 evens, homework wb pg 7
pgs 46-47 , homework wb pg 8 evens only
pgs 48-49, homework pg 9
pgs 50-51
wb pg 10

library/computers
finish lesson 1 outline sheet
wb pg 13
Begin lesson 2 outline, may have some for homework
finish lesson 2 outline

Spelling

unit 5 -3x each
pgs 36-37
pgs 38-40
study and review
test

English

writing- rewrite final draft essay-DUE TOMORROW!
none
none
nouns- pgs 78-79 all
nouns- pgs 80-81

Reading- test friday on story- review pkbk pgs especially pg 53 with the vocab that is half the test!

writing
read "Kettle of Hawks", do pkbk wb pgs 53-54
pkbk wb pgs 57-59
pkbk wb pgs 60-61
reading test on story

Art /PE
Art- watercolors, they need to finish their Indian coloring sheet at home- by WED.

ITBS TESTING WEEK!!!!

2011-09-18T11:39:00.000-07:00

It's that time again-----to see all your child knows. This test is very important because it is used to plan curriculum for effectively. Please have your child get to bed early and make sure they eat breakfast. I have parents bringing in healthy snacks for our break, but this is not a substitute for a good breakfast!

This blog will not be a detailed day to day plan because we will be working on activities in class that will not go home as homework.

Things you should know

Friday is a 12:30 dismissal
my students are in great need of practice with their multiplication facts---Wow we need work on this . It would be great to drill them at home, in the car, at the dinner table....anywhere you can catch them. Haha. Yes I know that on regular nights( not during testing) there is homework, but some nights there isn't math......... There should be. This is where that drilling comes in. To help your child, this is to be done regularly at home. Thank you for helping your child!!!!

Here is what we will be working on this week in class:

Science- lab activities, and lesson 3 notes

SS- I will begin teaching outlining using the next chapter in social studies. I have a fill in outline to start with so they can see what it should look like. We will read, discuss the main points, then add them to our outlines. Again this will be done in school this week.

Writing- we will learning how to write a 3 paragraph essay. It will be about an event they have experienced. In order to teach them this narrative essay I will give them a easy topic that we can group write a sample in class, then I will guide them in other steps in the writing process. By the end of the week they will bring home the rough draft for you to read.......and help them improve their technique.
Thank you in advance for this reinforcement at home!

Handwriting- we will continue to practice our cursive in class. Starting 2nd quarter, all work will be in cursive.

PLEASE REMIND YOUR CHILD ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF GOOD SLEEP AND EATING A GOOD BREAKFAST EACH MORNING!!!!

A SHOUT OUT AND THANK YOU TO THE PARENTS WHO BRING IN SNACKS THIS WEEK!!!!

Week of 9-12-11

2011-09-11T08:01:00.000-07:00

Welcome Back!! I have enjoyed teaching your children very much. Many are working so hard. Planners are signed, homework/classwork is completed each day, and so many are great helpers. I can tell that some students are having a bit of trouble with the daily responsibilities. This is where you, that parents, must step in. Fourth grade is the year that we MUST help your child go from a dependent to an independent learner. They will need help by going through their planners and checking that all work is completed. If you are not sure, check the blog. All unfinished and finished work/homework MUST be in their homework folder. Please do not sign the planner unless all work has been check for completion, especially if your child is having trouble with remembering to complete their work. It really doesn't help to just sign a contract without reading through it, right. The planner is like their work contract. Yes, red cards are given for their planner not being signed, but they are also given for unfinished work. So please sign the planner when you have checked the work. That would help them see the importance in being responsible and truthful. When they complete their work on time they will a great sense in pride and accomplishment that only they can give themselves!!!!!!!
The ITBS test will begin next week and go through Thursday. I would like to serve yummy and healthy snacks during a break each day of the test. I need volunteers to sign up to bring a snack. Holly Pellicano is our head room mom so please call to set this up with her. Thanks again. The kids love this and will really appreciate it too!

This week:
Tuesday- We will be visiting Cherish to entertain - We will leave at 10:45 and return by 11:30
Wed- SS test on vocabulary
Thurs- English test- on types of sentences etc
Fri-BOOK PROJECT IS DUE
      Unit 4 spelling test
      Seal Journey reading test

PROGRESS REPORTS GO HOME ON FRIDAY

Monday 9-12

Rel- saints pgs 372-373; FJ pg 373
Sci- finish lesson 1 and do the rev#1-5 on notesheet, draw a diagram of photosynthesis on their notesheet
Math - place value wb pgs 5-6
library & computers- in the library they will need to check a new book and do sp unit 4 3x each with pg 30 for homework
Reading- read "A Seal's Journey" and do pkbk pg 34 (vocab for the test!)
Art- finish seal painting and start watercolor color wheel

Tuesday 9-13

Rel- pgs 374-375; FJ pg 375
Sci- wb pg 19 together, Lab- we will be planting plants to watch as they start to grow
Math - rev
SS- Quiz game- STUDY FOR TOMORROW'S TEST
VISITING CHERISH
Eng- finish reviewing for the test Thursday- do pg 35
Reading do pkbk? ( if an assignment is given it will be in their planner.
PE- Cooperative games- we are working on good sportsmanship

Wednesday 9-14

Rel- pgs 376-377
Sci- begin les 2 notesheet
math- rev
SS- Ch 1 test
Sp - pg 31
Eng- practice pretest
Reading- pkbk 35,36,37, handw "F"
Art

Thursday 9-15

Rel- reading tho preschool
Sci- finish lesson 2 notesheet
math- rev
SS- begin ch2 vocab cards-I will give them the words, so remind them to get them all down today
English- Test
Sp- pg 32
Reading-Begin narrative writing unit- they will be doing work from a packet in class
PE

Friday 9-16

Rel- Music
Sci- wb pg 23, drawing of parts of a plant on notesheet
Math- rev
SS- finish ch 2 cards
Sp- unit 3 test
Reading- Test, work on writing packet in class
              BOOK PROJECT DUE

Art or PE

******IF YOU AND YOUR CHILD HAS READ THIS BLOG- HAVE THEM GIVE ME A SIGNAL FOR ONE OF OUR SS VOCABULARY WORDS!!!!! THIS IS FUN!!!!!************

short but busy week 9-6 to 9-9

2011-09-05T12:58:00.000-07:00

This will be a few busy weeks to come. Please jot down the following dates so you can help your child stay organized and up-to-date. Print out the blog and make sure the dates are written in their planner to help. If you have read this put dates in the planner and ask your child to make up a signal for "done" and have them show it to me to let me know they have done it and read the blog!!!!! Two raffle tickets for the students who have this done by Tuesday!!! Fun Fun fun!!!

***We are going to begin a canvas painting project. Each child will need to buy a very thin brush from Michael's or other craft store. If you can't provide a brush, please let me know ASAP. We will hopefully begin this project Wed of this week if we get enough brushes. ***

This week

WED. 9-7 AND 9-8 ARE PICTURE DAYS- WE COULD BE EITHER DAY
Wed. 9-7 science vocabulary test ch a/1 test
Fri 9-9 spelling test on unit 3

Next week:

Tuesday 9/13 is our visit to Cherish. I have sent home a letter listing the parents who will be driving. Please be at school at 10:40. We need to be there by 11:00. Thanks for your help!!!

Wed 9-14 Social Studies ch 1 vocabulary test
Thursday 9-15 English test on sentences
Friday 9-16 Book Project is due
spelling test on unit 4
reading test on story of the week

Tuesday 9-6-11

Rel- pgs 364-365; do 365 in faith journal
Sci- Quiz game; study tonight
Math- measurement pgs 15,16,17,18 orally
Ss- Read lesson 4 and learn new vocab words** Ch 1 vocab test - next Wed.
sp- unit 3 3X each this week1
English- pgs 26-27
Reading- read "Sarah, Plain and Tall" start a practice book project sheet
PE

Wednesday 9-7-11
Rel- pgs 368-369; do pg 369 in FJ
Sci- test
Math-review geometry topics
SS- skills lesson read 38-39; do wb pgs 8-9
Sp- pgs24-25
English- 28-29
Reading- finish practice book project, do handwriting "C"
Art?

Thursday 9-8-11

Rel- Mary, our mother's Birthday , write a poem to Mary
Sci- Ch 2 vocab cards all- due tomorrow
Math - begin place value pgs 36-37; #1-30, #32-39
SS- read lesson 5, do wb pg 9
sp- pgs 26-27
Eng- pgs 30-31
Reading - listen to Indian Legend stories, handwriting "D"
Pray the decade of the Rosary for Our Mother , Mary

Friday 9-9-11

Rel- Sept 11th prayer service
Science- Begin Ch A/2- lesson 1 notesheet- Check cards
Math- pgs 38-39- orally
SS- wb review pages 10-11
Spelling unit 3 test
Eng- pg 32, begin 34 - review for the test *****English test next Thursday 9-15
PE OR ART

Week 3 8-29 to 9-2

2011-08-28T07:32:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the 3rd week of school. I am very impressed with my students and how hard they are working. I always set very high expectations and many of them are meeting or even exceeding them. I believe whole heartily that when you set high goals for them, they will work for them!!! Go 4th graders!!!!! A few of my students, though, are not completing their classwork/homework. My policy is that when work isn't finished, It must be completed as homework that night. Unless we have just started a note sheet or project/ long term writing assignment another due date is given. That will be on the blog and in the planner. It is crucial to check both of these for the most up-to-date information. I have allowed some to complete such work at recess, but because I have gone over this and it was in my parent letter, I will now start issuing red cards for each assignment not completed. They must finish the work as well. I know that it may seem harsh, but this is truly a student responsibility that they must learn this year. If you need to talk to me about this issue or any other issue, my door is always open or you may write me a note. You can call school at 722-7496 and leave me a message, or email me at lynnee73@sbcglobal.net

I have also found that many students don't know their basic math facts very well. This is an essential part in improving math grades and for developing a strong background for the upper grades. A good practice is 10 minutes a day-- in the car at the dinner table or after they have finished their daily work/ homework. This is where you as parents come in. Please help them to practice. Trust me, you will see a huge improvement in their math scores when they know the basics!!! We will be taking several math facts tests a week. This week I will focus on addition. Thanks for your help!

This weeks reminders:

Friday is a Mass day and 12:30 dismissal
unit 2 spelling test - Friday
Reading test on "The Lost Lake"- Friday
Library and computers will begin. Students will be checking out a book that they must finish reading and do a book project on (This will be handed out Monday) The Due date will be announced. 4th graders will be reading 2 books a quarter and doing some sort of project with the books they complete. The types of books will change so they get an opportunity to try different styles of literature.

Coming up

The science vocabulary test will be next week on Wednesday 9-7-11- This will only cover what's on their cards
Their first book project will be due in 3 weeks- on Friday 9-16-11- That means they need to read the book and do the project by that date so it's turned in on time. I give them 10 minutes a day to read and when they are done with an assignment they may read. This project may require them to read at home as well. Help keep them organized and help them pace the time to not have to do this at the last minute. No extensions will be given. Thank you

****PE will depend on the air quality and heat this week*******

Monday 8-29

Rel- pg 20

Sci- go over lab page 7; begin lesson 2 pgs A14--A16 only homework- finish notes for those pages

Math- pgs 6-7 evens only

library/ computers

Reading- read "The Lost Lake", do pkbk pg 18

Art

Tuesday 8-30

Rel- Keeping the promise/ safe environment lesson

Sci- finish note sheet for lesson 2 and do wb pg 9- finish for homework

Math- pgs 8,9,10 evens only

SS- map skills lesson -read 26-27; do wb pg 5

Sp- unit 2 2x each and pg 18

English pgs 22-23 #1-20

Reading- finish handwriting intro pages, pkbk pgs 19-20

Art

Wednesday 8-31

Rel- write the Morning Offering prayer in their faith journal (green)- will need to finish at home if not done in class.

Sci- Begin lesson 3 note sheet ******vocab test next Wednesday- start reviewing now******

Math- pgs 11,12 evens

SS- begin reading lesson 3

Sp- pgs 19-20

English - pgs 24-25 #1-20

Reading- handwriting "Aa"; pkbk 22-23

PE or Art

Thursday 9-1

Rel- reading to preschool (this will be every week. The students will be assigned a preschool buddy to read to)

Sci- work on lesson 3 note sheet

Math- pg 14 fractions review

SS- finish lesson 3 and do wb pg 6

Sp- pg 21 & STUDY STUDY STUDY

We will play spelling baseball to review

Reading - handwriting "Bb" , pkbk pg 24- STUDY the story and review the vocab from pkbk pg 18

Art or PE

Friday 9-2

Rel- Mass

Sci- finish lesson 3 note sheet, do review #1-5 on page A27 on the note sheet

Math- pgs 24-25

Sp- unit 2 test

Reading- "The Lost Lake" test

12:30 dismissal today!

Week 8-22-11

2011-08-21T07:39:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the second week of school. Now we will be in the full swing of things! Yeah! If you are reading the blog, have your child read it too. It gives them information on what they will be doing. Have them give me a high five! I like to know who is reading the blog.........And who isn't. We will still be doing review in math, but the rest of the subjects will be beginning new units.

My PE and Art days may change depending on how many will be attending Band/color guard. If you and your child are considering participating in this activity, have the schedule up in my class. If your child is missing work or grades begin to fall below a C- or below a B- in conduct or effort (school policy) they will not be allowed to miss class time.

Dates to remember:

On Friday- There will be a spelling test on unit 1. They will need to know how to spell the basic and challenge words (25 words) I will soon include the review words (30 words)
On Friday- we will have a reading assessment test on this weeks story A Little Excitement. Half of the test is reading comprehension and the other half will be vocabulary from the story. The vocabulary comes from the practice book.(Its always the first page on that story)
On Sunday- We will have an open house from 11-1PM. Please come and join us and see what we have been up to in the fourth grade classroom. Also, you might want to see if their desk is neat and tidy. I have been talking about the importance of being neat and organized. ****Remember if you want to discuss your child, please make an appointment if necessary. We have many families who visit, and it is not fair to your child to discuss private matters in front of others.

I have enjoyed the students this week. They know the rules backwards and forwards. However, many forget the classroom rules and procedures, so this week I will start giving red cards when the "Big Five" rules and procedures are broken. Usually a warning will be given first. The red cards will be stapled to the planner and are to be signed and returned the following day. This is my policy, and it is one way for you to know why conduct grades fall. Thank you.

****** Urgent- all homework or unfinished work from the day must be completed at home and returned in the homework folder the next day unless it is stated otherwise in their planner. They do not hand it in, I will call for it. Some students have not been doing their nightly work. Please see that you check their planners each night for what needs to be done. If it is circled in their planner, it needs to be completed that night. Also, Please Do Not Remove any work from the homework folder!!! Some have said that the parent has taken or cleaned out the work. I will handle the organizing and collecting of work. Thank you for your attention and patience with this matter.

Monday 8-22
*** On this day I will be checking both ch 1 Science and Social Studies vocab cards for completion. This is an assignment and will be a grade.

Religion- Active Faith-filled People activity
Science- begin note taking. They will be taught how to do this and we will begin lesson 1 for pages A6-A8 only
Math- division rev worksheets
Social Studies- Ch 1 intro story
Spelling- Unit 1- write basic and challenge words twice(2x) each. This can be in print for now until we get better at cursive. These assignments are graded for neatness and handwriting as well as spelling. The words must be spelled correctly.
English- pgs 16-17
Reading- Read A Little Excitement and do Practice book(PKBK) page 10- These are the vocabulary words on the test.
Art

Tuesday 8-23
Rel- letter writing. They will write a friendly letter to Jesus
Sci- finish lesson 1 notesheet pages A9-A11
Math- place value pg 1
SS-read lesson 1 all; Homework(hw)- do wb pg 1
Sp- unit 1 pgs 12-13
Eng-pgs 18-19
Reading- PKBK pgs 12,14; handwriting (handw) ws
PE

Wednesday 8-24
Rel- begin Pg 18-19 activity on the bible
Sci-Lab, wb pg 5
Math- pg 2 comparing whole numbers
SS- read pgs 16-17 , do wb pg 2
Sp- pages 14
Eng-pgs 20-21
Reading- pkbk pg 16; handw ws
Art

Thursday 8-25
Rel- finish pgs 18-19
Sci-go over lab results on wb pg 5; do wb pg 1
Math- pgs 3-4 on money and addition/subtraction
SS- read lesson 2
Sp- pgs 15-16; hw- STUDY
Eng- handw ws
Reading-reread weekly story ; hw- go over pkbk pgs, study vocabulary words , review story for test tomorrow.
PE

Friday 8-26- 12:30 Dismissal today!
Rel- music practice
Sci- do lesson 1 review questions #s 1-5 on notesheet of lesson 1
Math- pg 5 related facts
SS- do wb pg 4
Spelling test on unit 1
Reading test on A Little Excitement; discuss Indian legend stories I will read a few to them. We will be writing Indian legend stories soon!

Sunday Open House 11-1 PM

Back to School 2011-2012

2011-08-13T11:25:00.000-07:00

It' that time again.......And I hope everyone is as excited as I am!!! If you are reading this blog, have your child bring in a small picture of him/herself for the bulletin board as soon as possible. Thanks!!! Having school supplies the first day is important. Some things will be sent home like: the extra paper. Most things should fit in the large school box. The school box will be on a shelf not in their desks, so don't worry about it fitting in the desk.

There are a few important things for you to know or to do:

Your child MUST have a planner by Tuesday if he/she doesn't already have one.
Have your child bring a book that they want to read Tuesday for silent reading. We do this daily. This will help with their daily reading requirement. We will not go to the library or computers for the first two weeks of school.
PARENTS- PLEASE fill out and sign all paperwork sent home by Wednesday. Thank you! It should be sent in with your child. This is an important step in learning responsibility. I will sort and get all paper that needs to get to the office ......To the office.
for Math- please send in graph paper to use for their assignments. This help tremendously with neatness! Have graph paper by Monday, thank you.

On Monday 15, 2011, we will be having Mass. No shorts may be worn. Please remember the school rules when it comes to uniform attire. Boys MUST wear a belt in 4th grade. After Mass, we will be going over classroom rules and consequences. I run a tight classroom where rules MUST be followed. We will also be going over school rules. We will also be filling out planners starting the first day. Planners MUST be signed EACH DAY. Thank you. This is a great way to get to know what your child has been doing throughout the day and what homework or daily work needs to be finished. Please read the letter I send home for all the rules and expectations for parents and students. Please fill out the parent questionnaire also. This is very beneficial because it is the what you want me to know about your child. It gives me some incite to what your child's strengths and weaknesses are so I can better help them succeed in school.

FYI: The work that I post on my blog is that day's assignments. When they do not finish their daily work, they are to finish it at home. sometimes I will list or assign follow up homework in class. You will find this in their planner. If you have any questions about this matter PLEASE SEE ME THANKS!

Tuesday 8-16
Rel- discuss religion topic for writing, do class sample paragraph
Sci- begin animal activity
Math- begin basic facts rev of addition
Soc St- begin introduction of geography terms pgs I17- I19
Lang arts- discuss choosing the right book, begin handwriting -cursive ws, & back to school fun handout
Reading- Begin story-"Rajah's Rice", begin prac book pg 8
Art- Begin "Me" activity

Wednesday 8-17
Rel- we will begin religion writing assignment . They will learn the proper format of a paragraph, how to brainstorm and to put their ideas into sentences. They will be doing their writing in a packet I have copied for them and I want them to do their writing in class so I can better assess their individual skills in writing. They will begin their rough draft
Sci- finish their animal activity- This is due tomorrow!
Math- addition and subtraction review, complete worksheets
Soc. St. -Reading maps pgs I20-I22
Lang.arts- handwriting sheet, discuss daily silent reading requirement
Reading- finish story, do practice book{PKBK} pg 1,8
PE

Thursday 8-18
Rel- finish rough draft writing, proof read and rewrite on binder paper- Each student will present their writing to the class tomorrow.
Sci- begin ch 1 vocab cards, I will show them how to do this skill because in is one of the most crucial study skill they MUST learn. They will do this all year and for years to come.
Math- double digit subtraction worksheets
Soc. St- begin ch 1 vocab cards- I will give them the words to know and define
English- rev parts of speech in grammar. Do handout
Handwriting?
Reading- work on PKBK pages, Silent reading [ssr]
ART

Friday 8-19
Rel- present Religion paragraphs to class
Sci- finish vocab cards
Math- multiplication review worksheets
S.S - finish vocab cards
Language Arts- play basic word spelling bee {words will be taken from sight word list and spelling workbook.}
Grammar- beginning English book / sentence unit--pgs 14-15 all
Finish Art assignment

Please remember that your child should read and be practicing their basic math skills nightly.

Last week of the 2011 School Year!

2011-05-21T15:49:00.000-07:00

Can you believe that it is the last week of school??? Wow ! The fourth graders have continued to work very hard. We have taken our final tests, but we have a few days of work to complete. Yes!!!

I have several important reminders for you to keep in mind:

Your child must bring a sack lunch Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday of this week. Thursday lunch will be provided.

Monday, May 23, 2011 is our Bowling party . The students can wear free dress. The drivers are:Capulong, Small, Wright, Pilkington, Arandia, and Scheuerman. Please be at school by 12:30. They will eat lunch and then we will leave. We will bowl from 1:00 to 2:00 PM. We need to be back by 2:30 PM. The students are allowed to wear free dress.

Tuesday, May 24, 2011 is a regular day of school. The 8th graders graduate tonight , 7PM at St. Patrick's Church. It is really a great event to attend.

Wednesday, May 25, 2011 is cleaning day. Make sure your child brings their backpack to be able to take all supplies home.

Thursday, May 26, 2011 is field day. Lunch will be provided, and they may wear free dress.

Friday, May 27, 2011 Last day of school. Students should be in uniform for mass. NO SHORTS ARE ALLOWED. DISMISSAL IS AT 10:00 AM AND THERE IS NO EXTENDED CARE.

Week 5/2/2011 to 5/6/2011

2011-04-28T09:24:00.000-07:00

Welcome back from spring break!!!! We all needed the break to give us the energy to make it to the end of May for summer vacation!!!

PLEASE PRINT THIS BLOG TO KEEP AS A REMINDER OF IMPORTANT UPCOMING EVENTS FOR OUR LAST MONTH OF SCHOOL

Upcoming events:

This Friday 5-6-2011 is May crowning and Grandparents' Day. I hope that many of our grandparents will be coming to visit our classroom and to eat breakfast with us!!! This is also a 12:30 dismissal for our students because of our faculty meeting.

Monday, May 9, 2011 is an all school mass to celebrate the sacrament of First Communion with the 2nd graders !

Next Tuesday 5-10-2011 is the Merced County Writing Festival awards ceremony at the Merced Mall. The winners and parents will leave school at 8:15AM and should be back by 11:00 AM. I am so very proud of the winners:Karlee Hobbs, Adriana Vidauri, Anthony Small, Casandra Macalincag, Sophie d'Escoto, Adriana Felsinger, and Maralize Carreon. Wow- 7 winners is outstanding!!!!!! I will need Mrs. Small and Mrs. d'Escoto to drive the students please, Thanks so much for volunteering!

Next Wednesday 5-11-2011 is our last communion service for the year. I don't have enough drivers to get the children to and from the event. PLEASE reconsider helping us drive to this community service event! These are the drivers who have signed up at the beginning of the year: Crawford, Sizemore, Pilkington, Small, - I only have enough for 18 students to attend.! Please let me know if you can change your schedule to help us get all of my students to Park Merced. We will need to leave at 10:30 AM to be there by 10:45 AM.

Friday 5-13-2011 is the all school talent show!

Grades 1-4 Awards Assembly on Monday, 5-16-2011 in the Auditorium

Monday 5-2-2011

Rel- Ch 10 pgs 155-157; FJ pg 157
Sci- Begin Ch C/2 - vocab cards- ch test will be a vocab test only
Math- pgs 276-277
Library- do sp unit 27 3x each
Computers
Reading- Begin ch 9 in Esperanza Rising
PE

Tuesday 5-3-2011

Rel- pgs 158-160; FJ pgs 159, 160
Sci- Lesson 1 lab
Math- pgs 278-279- orally, do pgs 282-283
SS- Begin ch 8- do vocab cards ( I will give words and people to know)- Ch test will be on the vocab and people only
Sp- pgs 168-169
Eng- pg 397
Reading- finish Ch 9, write a letter to Abuelita ( You will write a letter as Esperanza to her grandmother)
Art- Mary sketch, when done you will use watercolors

Wednesday 5-4-2011

Rel- pg 160, do rev pgs 163-164 in FJ
Sci- read all lesson 1
Math- wb pg 94/ kinder reading
SS- begin lesson 1 pgs 314-317
Sp- pgs 170-171
Eng - pg 398
Reading - begin Ch 10
PE

Thursday 5-5-2011

Rel- Preschool reading
Sci- Lesson 2 lab
Math- pgs 284-285
SS- finish lesson 1, do wb pg 83
Sp- pgs 172-173
Reading - finish ch 10 in Esperanza
Art- Mary sketches

Friday 5-6-2011- MAY CROWNING & GRANDPARENTS' DAY- 12:30 dismissal

**This is a tentative schedule**

Sci- begin lesson 2
Math - pgs 288-289
SS- begin lesson 2
Spelling test

Holy week 2011- Finally!!

2011-04-17T12:05:00.000-07:00

It's almost time for us to celebrate Holy week!!! And spring break!!
I wanted to let the class know how many compliments I received on our field trip. They said that they love when our school comes. They said that our children are always very polite and well behaved! I know this!!! JUST ANOTHER REASON TO HAVE YOUR CHILDREN ATTEND OUR LADY OF MERCY-RIGHT?

****Reminders-

***Wednesday will be the talent show try outs at lunch. Please practice and have the clothing that you will be wearing.
***PLEASE CHECK OPTION C FOR MISSING WORK. IT IS TIME FOR MY STUDENTS TO BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THEIR LEARNING. ALL MISSING WORK MUST BE TURNED IN BEFORE EASTER BREAK, THANK YOU!

Monday 4-18
Rel- make First Communion cards for our 2nd graders
Sci- begin ch C/1 ch review pg C #1-22
Math- ch 8 - fractions! pages 266-267 orally & pages 268-269
library- spelling unit 26 3x each **test Thursday 4/21
Computers
Reading- finish ch 7-almonds- ; answer review questions
PE- softball - throwing and catching drills

Tuesday 4-19
Rel- calss meeting; kindness and justice challenge discussion
Sci- finish ch rev pg C29 #23-29
Math-pg 270-271
Ss- lesson 3 301-304, take notes
Sp- unit 26 pgs 162-163
English 396
Reading- begin ch 8
Art- sketch and watercolor project

Wednesday 4-20
Rel- writing- pen pal letter
Sci- correct review
SS- finish lesson 3 pgs 305-306 finish notes; do wb pg 78
Sp- pgs 164-165
Eng- pg 397
Reading- finish ch 8, write 1 page summary of the chapter
PE- softball game
****LUNCH- TALENT SHOW TRYOUTS*******

Thursday 4-21
Holy Thursday prayer service
Math - pgs 274-275
SS- Ch 7 review in workbook - do pages 80-81
Unit 26 spelling test
Present Esperanza summaries
12:30 dismissal -no extended care!

*******God bless you and your family this special holiday! Enjoy your spring break!******

4-11-2011

2011-04-10T11:25:00.000-07:00

This week is our fun trip to Mariposa!!! California history and Rocks and Minerals, YEAH!!!!
Maybe someone will strike it RICH!!!!
An informational letter will go home Monday about the trip.
**** English test- Adverbs- Friday

If you did the Drum elective , you have a chance to be in the talent show!!! There will be an audition Friday- SO PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE!!!!!! I hope many of you will be giving it a try because so many of you were great!!!!!!

Monday 4-11

Rel- Citizenship lesson
Sci- begin lesson 3 C18-C20
Math- pgs 400-401
Library and computers- in the library students will have a social studies lesson to complete- read pgs 296-297 and take notes
Reading - begin reading ch 6- define vocab words in reading journal
PE

Tuesday 4-12

Rel- continue Citizenship , interview classmate
Sci- Lab
math- pgs 402-403
SS- lesson 3 rev pg 297
Eng- rev pg 394
Reading- finish ch 6, answer questions
Art

Wednesday 4-13

Rel- Share interviews
Math- 404, 405-406
SS- wb pgs 74-75
English rev pg 395
Reading begin ch 7, define vocab
We will get a chance to hear student council speeches and vote today because we will be gone Thursday!

Thursday 4-14

Mariposa field trip - leave by 8 AM return about 3 or 3:15

Friday 4-15

Music
Sci- finish lesson 3 , finish notes and do rev 1-5
Math ch 12 review pg 408 odds
SS- skills lesson - read pgs 298-299, do wb pgs 76-77
English - Adverb test
Reading - finish ch 7 , answer questions ?

week of 3-28 to 4-1-2011

2011-03-27T20:49:00.000-07:00

It was so great to see many of the 4th graders and their families at the OLM Fifties Night!!! It was so much fun!

Thanks to all the parents who attended their child's parent-teacher conferences. The second round of conferences are a great! This gives us time to discuss your child's academic and social growth throughout the year. I am so proud of each one of their accomplishments!!! GO 4TH GRADERS. I will be very sad when this school year comes to an end.

upcoming events:

dance or drum elective- Monday, March 28
Ch 5 (division ) test- Wednesday, March 30- you should be practice/review for math test.
Mini relay for life- Friday, April 1
Spelling unit 23 test- Friday, April 1
******Next Thursday- Mariposa Field Trip!

Monday 3-28-11
Rel- prepare for Thursday's Lent morning prayer
Sci- ch C/1 vocab cards
Math- pg 202
Library
Computers
Sp- unit 23 3x each ( watch for spelling and handwriting!
Electives

Tuesday 3-29-11
Rel- pgs 344-345
Sci- Lab lesson 1
Math - pretest
SS- lesson 1
Sp- pgs 144-145
Eng- begin adverbs pgs 384-385
Reading- class novel, define vocab given in class in journal
Art- Relay for Life banner

Wednesday 3-30-11
rel- pgs 346-347
Sci- les 1 Pgs C6-C7- notes
Math- division test
SS- finish lesson 1- notes
Sp- pgs 146-147
Eng- pgs 386-387
Reading novel, journal activity?
PE

Thursday 3-31-11* 4th lent prayer presentation 8:00
Rel- Preschool
Sci-finish lesson 1 pgs C8-C9 , do wb pg 121
Math- begin double digit division pgs 382-383, 384-385
SS- lesson 1 rev ? and wb pg 71
Sp- spelling baseball, pgs 148-149-STUDY
Reading novel, journal activity
Banner- finish

Friday 4-1-11- 12:30 dismissal
Mass
Mini relay for Life
Math - pg 286-287
SS- Begin lesson 2 pgs 284-288
Spelling - unit 23 test

conference week & book fair- 3-21 to 3-25

2011-03-20T18:27:00.000-07:00

Hey 4th graders!!!! Our trip to the religious conference was awesome!! It was a great way rev up my faith!!! This is such a rewarding way to reconnect with God so I can pass that on to my students!

This week in conference week.12:30 Dismissal Tuesday- Friday. Conferences in the spring are a great way to connect with parents to pass on information to help your child get ready for 5th grade. Reminder: each conference is 15 min. Being on time is essential. A great way to make your child's conference successful, please come with questions you might have. Conferences begin Tuesday and end on Friday. Don't forget the book fair!!!! Please visit the book fair!!!!!!!!

Upcoming events/ tests:

We will be doing the Stations of the Cross will be this Friday. Each child will participate in some way- No matter what- this is a rewarding event for you to attend.
Science test will be on Friday 3-25
English test will be on Thursday 3-24
There will not be a spelling test this week due to conferences
April 14, 2011 will be our Mariposa field trip. If you have not sent in the student gold panning fee of $4 and if you are attending parents need to pay $4 to go. Thanks

This week is 50's week. Every morning there will be activities after morning prayer. Saturday will be the Families 50's dance. This is one of the most fun events to attend. Please plan ahead so you can attend!!!!

*** Ask your child about our fun Kindness and Justice challenge. It has been a very fun activity so far. This challenge has encouraged them to go our of their way to be kind and to show justice- stand up for others.

Monday 3-21 - full day

Rel- ch 20 295-297 ; FJ pg 297
Sci- Ch B/3 review , homework wb pg 103
SS- preview ch 7 - read intro story
Sp- unit 23 pgs 144-145
Eng- rev pg 339

Tuesday 3-22

Rel- pgs 298-300; FJ pgs 299, 300
Sci- Study guide - all
Math - pgs 194-195 all
SS- ch 7 vocab
Sp- 146-147
Relay for Life- banner
Practice for Stations

Wednesday 3-23

rel- pgs 301 together, do pages 303-304 in FJ
Sci- Quiz game
Math- wb pg 63/ kinder reading
SS- begin lesson 1 and notes
Sp- pgs 148-149
Eng- Pretest
Banner
Practice for stations

Thursday 3-24

Rel- Dinner Show rehearsal for the school
Math pgs 197, 198-199 odds
SS- work on lesson 1 and notes
English test
Relay banner
Practice for stations of the cross

Friday 3-25

Stations of the Cross for the school in the Auditorium- Please come to experience this with your child.

Sci- Ch B/3 test
Math - Ch rev pg 200
SS- finish lesson 1 and notes, lesson 1 rev questions
Relay banner- finish

Two Week Blog ! 3-7-2011 to 3-17-2011

2011-03-06T20:22:00.000-08:00

THANK YOU, THANK YOU,THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!! I REALLY APPRECIATE THE GENEROSITY OF THE SCHOOL BOARD AND PARENT CLUB FOR THE NEW COMPUTERS THAT WILL HELP REINFORCE THE UP-TO-DATE CONCEPTS THAT WILL KEEP OUR STUDENT A STEP ABOVE THE REST!!! I CAN'T THANK YOU ENOUGH! MAY GOD BLESS YOU TODAY AND EVERYDAY!!!!

DUE TO THE BUSY WEEKS AHEAD........ I WILL LIST WORK FOR THE NEXT TWO WEEKS. I WILL LIST THIS WEEK'S WORK AND ACTIVITIES FIRST. PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO THE END TO SEE THE FOLLOWING WEEK'S WORK.

Important dates to remember:

Book project- due this Monday 3-7- no later!!!!!
Unit 21 spelling test - this Friday 3-11
END OF QUARTER 3-11-2011
Ch 6 Social Studies test- Next Thursday 3-17
REPORT CARDS GO OUT - THURSDAY 3-17-2077
Ch B/3 science test -Friday 3-25
English unit 11 test (Pronouns)- Friday 3-25
conference week begin & book fair starts the week 3-21 to 3-25

****Our class will be performing a Stations of the Cross presentation on Friday 3-25
****Our tentative Mariposa Trip will be on Thursday, April 14, 2011- There will be more information to follow. There will be a cost for adults as well as the gold panning activity. PLEASE let me know if you will want to accompany the fourth graders on the trip ASAP so I can get a count.
We will need parent drivers/ chaperones. Also because of the full schedule that day, each person will need to bring a sack lunch. That's all for now. There will be a letter with more to follow later. If you want to drive or drive up that day with someone- YOU MUST HAVE YOUR PARER WORK, BE FINGERPRINTED, AND HAVE GONE TO THE SAFE ENVIRONMENT MEETING, THANK YOU!!!

Mon. 3-7--- BOOK PROJECT DUE!
rel- read pgs 334-335
sci- begin lesson 1 and notes
Math- pgs 184-185 evens
library
computers
handwriting handout
** Homework-reading comp. hand out
elective Dance or drums

tues 3-8
rel- pg 151 all
Sci- finish lesson 1 and notes
Math- wb pg 58
SS- wb rev pgs 68-69 ****Test next Thurs 3-17
sp- pgs 132-133
Eng- pgs 328-329 all
Reading- begin class set- reading Esperanza Rising
Art

Wed. 3-9
Ash Wed. Mass
SS- wb pg 70
sp- pgs 134-135
Eng- pgs 330-331 all
Reading- novel
PE

Thurs. 3-10
visit preschool reading buddies
Sci- all lesson 2
Math- pgs 186-187 evens
SS- ch rev pg 259 #1-15
sp- 136-137
Eng- 332-333
reading novel
Art

Fri. 3-11
Music ?
Sci- wb pgs 107,111
Math-wb pg. 59
SS- begin ch 6 Study guide
unit 21 spelling tes
Eng- pgs 334-335

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Week 3-14 - 3-17
*** no sp test this week

Mon. 3-14
rel- 336-337; begin lent cross
Sci- les 2
Math 188-189 4-28 evens; # 35,36
library and computers
Electives
Homework- reading comp hand out
pe?

Tues. 3-15
Rel- prepare for lent morning prayer
Sci- finish lesson 3
Math pgs 190-191 odds and chart
SS- finish study guide
Sp- unit 22 pgs 138-139
Eng pg 336 **** test next friday 3-25
reading novel
Art- finish lent cross

Wed. 3-16- Lent AM prayer
Rel- pg 340 finish section
Sci- wb 115-116
Math- wb pg 61
SS- Quiz game
sp pgs 140-141
Eng- eng rev pg 338
reading novel
PE

Thurs. 3-17 12:30 dismissal ****Report Cards go out Thursday!
rel- Stations of the cross activity
Sci- Ch B/3 rev in text; homework wb pg 103
Social studies Ch 6 test
Gold Rush video
Eng- rev pg 339
PE

FRIDAY OFF!

week of 2-22 to 2-25

2011-02-21T10:30:00.000-08:00

Hope everyone had a great three day weekend! I sure did! This is a short but busy week. I wanted to thank all who helped at International Night, especially Granny Hoffart!!!! Thanks to Claire Wright for the delicious shortbread cookies, I really enjoyed the lemon curd too! It was great that I had students dress in traditional kilts. Our Scottish dance a real hit too!!! All in all it was a great night!

DO YOU NEED PARENT VOLUNTEER HOURS???? WELL, I HAVE SOME TYPING TO DO. THIS CAN BE DONE AT HOME. I NEED TO HAVE WRITING SAMPLES TYPED SO THAT I CAN ENTER MY STUDENTS IN THE MERCED COUNTY WRITING FESTIVAL. PLEASE SEE ME ASAP TO PICK UP WRITING SAMPLES TO TYPE AT HOME. THANK YOU.

AS A REMINDER..... PER THE PARENT CONTRACT......WHEN YOU DRIVE OR ATTEND A FIELD TRIP, YOU WILL ONLY RECEIVE UP TO TWO VOLUNTEER PARENT HOURS.

UPCOMING DATES TO REMEMBER: THIS WEEK-

English test- unit 9- Thursday 2-24
Spelling unit 19 test- Friday 2-25
division and subtraction facts tests all week

OTHER UPCOMING DATES :

Science test - Ch B/2 - next Tuesday 3-1
Book Project Due-Monday, March 7

Tuesday 2-22
Rel- Spiritual Works of Mercy pgs 286-288, bulletin board activity
Sci- lesson 3 lab
Math- pgs 174-175
SS- lesson 2- work on lesson notes
Sp- unit 19 3x each & pg 120
Eng- pg 281 odds
Reading- comprehension ws, begin unit on writing letters
Art- Henry Matisse

Wed. 2-23
Rel- discussion on Spiritual Works of Mercy
Sci- Ch B/2 rev pgs B58-59 #s 1-22, 26-27 * test Tues. 3-1
Math- wb pg 53
SS- finish lesson 2 and notes, wb pg 60-61
Sp- pg 121
English- pretest practice
Nutrition with Mrs. Hobbs

Thurs. 2-24
Rel- pgs 291-292 in faith journal
Sci- begin study guide
Math- pgs 176-177 orally
SS- skills lesson , do wb pgs 62-63
Sp- pgs 122-123
Eng- Test
writing

Fri. 2-25
Music practice
Sci- finish study guide * study over the weekend
Math- pgs 178-179
SS- Begin lesson 3 & notes
Spelling- test
Writing
PE

****Remember the blog is tentative. If your child is absent, you should call another student from the class to see if there were changes for the day. Also, when your child is sick, it is a good idea to get the books so that when they are up to it they can do the work they have missed.

Feb. 14 to 18th 20011

2011-02-13T20:07:00.000-08:00

Happy Valentine's Day!!!!! Don't forget free dress - Valentine's day colors: pink, purple, red , white etc., please! We will have a little treat last period of the day. Students will exchange their valentines at that time.

******* Don't forget---- Wed.Night from 6 to 8 PM is International Night!!! I would love for as many students to come to work the booth. It will be great to show everyone how much we have learned about Scotland!!!! If you Can make it, Please come dressed in school uniform because whoever comes will perform our Scottish Highland fling for the crowd!!!! FUN!!!!!

Wed.- religion test on the corporal works of Mercy
Friday-There will be a reading test on this week's story No Star Nights"
Next English test will be next week on Thursday 2-24

Monday 2-14
Religion- Corporal Works of Mercy- pgs 283-285 * test Wed.
Sci- Rock lab
Math- begin division pgs 166-167
Library- new book for new book project
Computers
Reading- read No Star Nights" ; do PKBK PG 136
Valentines party

Tuesday 2-15
Rel- discuss meaning of corporal Works of Mercy
Sci- begin lesson 3, notes
Math- 168-169
SS- begin Ch 6 lesson 1, notes
Sp-pgs 114-115 No test this week
Eng- pgs 274-275
PKBK pgs 137-138
Handwriting Ws
Art

Wed. 2-16-**** No homework will go home so you can come to International Night
Rel- Test
Sci-lesson 3, notes
math- wb pg 50
SS- lesson 1 , notes
Sp- pg 116
Eng- pgs 276-277
PKBK pgs 139-140
handwriting ws
PE

Thursday 2-17
Rel- reading to preschool
Sci- wb pgs 89, 93
Math- 170-171
SS- finish lesson 1 notes; homework: wb pg 51
Eng- pg 278; beginn rev pg 280
PKBK pg 141,143
Art

Friday 2-18
Rel- Music practice
Sci- wb pgs 97,101,102
Math- 172-173#s 10-49
SS- begin lesson 2, notes
Eng- reading test- No Star Nights, PKBK PG 145
PE

Week 2-8-2011 to 2-11-2011

2011-02-07T20:42:00.000-08:00

I hope that everyone enjoyed their 3 day weekend....... I sure did!!! There are a few reminders of what's coming up this week:

We will be having a religion quiz THURSDAY, Feb. 10. They must memorize the Beatitudes for the quiz.
Spelling unit 17 test-FRIDAY
Math test is FRIDAY, Feb. 12. due to the difficulty of the new concept of double digit multiplication, I will have Math help on Tuesday and Wednesday after school this week. We will just be working on math.
Progress reports will go home this Friday.
Valentine's day- Next Monday 2-14-2011- I would like for all students to exchange valentines cards. In my past experiences, 4th graders still like to do this! It always is a lot of fun and makes each child child feel special.

Tues. 2-8
Rel- discuss The Beatitudes -TEST THURSDAY
Sci- finish lesson 1, read and take notes
Math- ch rev pg 162 all -TEST FRIDAY
SS- watch Waterhorse; label
Sp- unit 17 3x each & page108
Eng- practice page on abbreviations pg 286 all
Reading - handout , speeches
Art- coloring contest

Wed. 2-9
Rel-Finish ch 7- STUDY
Sci- Begin lesson 2 read and notes
Math- pg 164-STUDY
SS- Finish Movie
Sp- pgs 109-110
Eng- pgs 268-269
Reading- finish speeches
PE

Thurs. 2-10
Rel-Beatitudes test
Sci- finish lesson 2 , &
Math- pretest, STUDY
SS- Ch 6 cards
Sp- pg 111, STUDY
Eng- pg 270-271
Scotland fun activity sheets
Art- finish coloring art contest assignments

Fri. 2-11
Rel- Music
Sci- rock lab
Math- ch 4 Test
SS- intro story to ch ch 6
Sp- unit 17 test
Eng- pgs 272-273
PE

Catholic Schools' Week 2011

2011-01-30T13:37:00.000-08:00

Activities for CSW:

Monday: Baked goods from teachers

Tuesday: Blue and White Free dress & Buddy Day- don't forget the buddy gifts, some students have two buddies so make sure they have one gift per buddy $2 is enough to spend!

Wednesday: 4th brings desserts for the cherish luncheon for seniors - please bring first thing in the morning. 4th will entertain their Scottish dance.

Thursday: 5 cans of food for FRESS DRESS WILL BE ON THE 10TH!

Friday: Students must meet at St. Patricks Church by 7:50 am. They will be driven back to school by parent volunteers. Teachers VS. 8th grade volleyball game- this is always very entertaining! 12:30 dismissal for students!

Dear parents and students:!

This week is always busy so daily lesson plans will probably change often. Because of this I will not post daily work. There will not be homework help this week. These are the important things that will happen:

SS test on chapter 5 will be on Wednesday 2-2-2011
Spelling test on rev unit 16 will be Thursday or Friday - BE READY THURSDAY.
book projects will go through Wednesday 2-2-2011
Speeches will begin Wednesday- be ready; students may use cards, but they should really practice so most is memorized. Props are a great addition

Week 1-24-2011 to 1-28-2011

2011-01-23T16:56:00.000-08:00

FYI

STUDENTS SHOULD BE DOING SOME RESEARCH FOR SCOTLAND POSTERS

AUCTION MONEY IS DUE- $20

TESTS AND/OR PROJECTS:

BOOK PROJECTS DUE THIS MONDAY 1-24
SCIENCE TEST THIS TUESDAY 1-25 (CH B/1)

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK

MEMORIZE SPEECH BY NEXT MONDAY 1-31
SOCIAL STUDIES TEST NEXT WEDNESDAY 2-2 (CH 5)
BUDDY DAY- NEED TO BRING IN A GIFT FOR THEIR BUDDY
NEXT WEEK WEDNESDAY FEB. 2ND - EACH STUDENT IS TO BRING 18 COOKIES, BROWNIES E.T.C. FOR THE CHERISH LUNCHEON.( BRING THAT MORNING)

Mon 1-24* book project is due!
Rel- ch 7 pgs 109-111
Sci- quiz game
Math pgs 148-149
library & computers
Sp- unit 15 5x each
Reading- book presentations
Art- Start Scotland boards

Tues 1-25 *Science test today
rel- pgs 112-113
Sci- Ch B/1 test
Math- wb 44
SS- skills lesson - read 218-219; do wb 55
Sp- pgs 96-97
Book pres.
Scotland boards

Wed.1-26
Rel- pgs 114-115
Sci- Ch B/2 vocab cards
kinder reading
Math- pgs 150-151 together
SS- pg 221 all
Sp- pgs 98-99
Eng - pg 263
Book pres.
PE - Scottish dance

Thurs. 1-27
Rel- preschool reading
Sci- Begin Mineral lab
Math- pgs 152-153
SS- wb rev- pgs 56-57
Sp- pgs 100-101
Eng- pg 265
Book Pres.
Scotland boards

Fri. 1-28
Music
Sci- finish lab
Math- wb pg 46
SS- Study guide
Spelling test- unit 15
Finish book pres.
PE - Scottish Dance

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK IS NEXT WEEK! THE KICK OFF MASS WILL BE AT ST. PATRICK'S CHURCH SATURDAY 1-30-2011 @ 5 PM - HOPE TO SEE ALL OF YOU THERE- IN UNIFORMS OF COURSE!!!!!

Week 1-14-2011 to 1-21-2011

2011-01-15T11:53:00.000-08:00

Dear parents

I have had several of you speak to me about the increase in homework. Yes, we are transitioning to 5th grade, but the recent talking and visiting has increased greatly. Please encourage your child to not talk beacuse I am giving ample time to complete or almost complete assignments in class. I assure you that I am constantly observing and changing plans according to the amout of work given. I take a poll to see if the majority have not completed their work to change or modify assignments as needed. I really appreciate the parents who come to me to discuss this issue to assure that I keep homework at a normal level. Now, with the daily reading, I do not consider this homework, but a way of life. Remember your child should be reading each day about 20 min. in order to complete the book and project by the due date. Reading shouldn't be a chore, but an activity.

Thanks so much for keeping me up-to-date and for all your support. This is how we are able to keep open communication positive. We should work together to educate your child.
God Bless all of you,
Love, Mrs. M

Homework help Wednesday only

Upcoming events:
This week:

English test- Wed 1-19 on Adjectives
No spelling or reading tests this week
Prepare for book projects next week

Next week:

Science test ch B/1 - next Tuesday 1-24
Spelling test Friday 1-28
Book projects Due Monday 1-24- they should be ready to present their projects starting Monday 1-24
memorize speeches for next week!
Start researching for assigned topics

Week 1-31- CATHOLIC SCHOOLS' WEEK

SS test Ch 5 - Wednesday 2-2
Speeches begin Monday 1-31
Tues: blue/white free dress & buddy day
Wed: Cherish lunch - we will perform our Scottish Dance
Thurs: All School Sing Along- This should be fun!
Fri: All School Mass at St. Patrick's Church- I will need drivers to bring students back to school Please! Also, This is Teachers VS. 8th grade volleyball game. 12:30 dismissal

We are in need of Clorox wipes!

Tuesday 1-18
Rel- Ch 12 179-181
Sci- Wb pg 88; start ch rev
Math- pgs 142-143
SS- lesson 3, begin reading and note taking
Eng - rev for test
Reading- start memorizing speeches
Scotland - group work, finish flag

Wed 1-19
Rel- pgs 182-185, do pgs 187-188
Sci- Finish ch rev * test next Wed. 1-25
Math- wb pg 41
kinder reading
SS- finish lesson 3 & notes, do wb pg 53
English test
English pg 261
memorize speeches
PE- Scottish dance

Thurs 1-20
Religion- Chapel
Sci- begin study guide
Math pgs 144-145
SS- begin lessosn 4 and notes
English- pg 263
Reading- read Creation of a California Tribe (NO TEST), PKBK
Art- Scotland activities

Fri. 1-21
music practice
Sci- fiish study guide
Math pgs 146-147
SS- Lesson 4- finish and do notes
Eng- pg 265
Reading- PKBK
PE - dancing

Week 1-10-2011 to 1-14-2011

2011-01-09T12:27:00.000-08:00

Welcome back to the 2nd week of the New Year!
I was very proud of my students' grades for the 2nd quarter! We need to work on spelling for all daily work. Students must copy work out of the book correctly or it will affect their grade. Also, conduct , especially talking , has become a problem. Red cards will be given for talking and disruptive behavior. Thanks for your understanding and support concerning this matter!

Tests this week:
spelling Unit 14- Friday
Reading test- The Lucky Stone- Friday
* English adjective test next week 1-19

Upcoming events:
International Night will be on February 16, 2011 at 6:00 PM. Students will be given a topic to research to add to our poster board. They will need pictures about their topic- please color ink; it looks so much better.

Mon 1/10
Rel- Ch 5 pg 85
Sci- finish lab, homework read B14-16 and take notes
Math pgs 134-135 #s 1-34
Library/ Computers- for homework do spelling unit 14 5x each in cursive
Writing- finish last paragraph of persuasive essay- please help them proofread and edit at home. The final draft will be due FRIDAY 1-14-2011- IT MUST INCLUDE THEIR FIRST DRAFT
Art- Scottish Flag - mosaic style

Tues 2-11
Rel- pgs 86-89, FJ do pgs 86 & 88
Sci- notes for pgs B17-19 (finish lesson)
Math 136 # 1-5 front end estimate only, #s 6-40 evens
SS- Skills lesson- read pgs 196-197, do wb pgs 48-49
Sp- pgs 90-91
Eng- pgs 212-213
reading - The Lucky Stone, do PKBK pg 124
Art- Catholic Schools week art

Wed- 2-12
Rel-pgs 90-94
Sci- Begin lesson 3 + notes
pg 138-139 #s 1-26
Lesson 2 pgs 198-201 + notes
sp- 92-93
Eng- 214 #s 1-8, pg 216 #s 1-37 (beginning review for next week's test)
Reading PKBK
Art- mosaic flag

Thurs. 2-13
Preschool reading
Sci- Lesson 3 - work on notes where we left off
Math wb pg 39 all
SS- lesson 2 pgs 202-203 finish lesson 2 notes
Sp- pgs 94-95, study for tomorrow's test!
Eng- rev pg 217 #s 38-70
Reading - pkbk , study for tomorrow's test!
Scottish dancing

Fri 2-14
Religion
Sci- finish lesson 3
Math 140-141 #s 1-27
SS- Skills lesson pgs 204-205, do wb pg 50
Spelling test
reading test
English practice pretest
*******Final draft ( draft they proofread and had checked) in DUE TODAY!
Art or PE

Welcome back !!!!! 1-3-2011 to 2-7-2011

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Welcome back class!!! I hope you had a restful break. I sure did!!!! I missed you very much. I really appreciated all the thoughtful gifts you gave me for Christmas- especially all the delicious treats!!! I hope my clothes still fits- ha ha! If you read this blog, say Happy New Year to your teacher!

*******I WANT TO THANK ALL THE PARENTS WHO BROUGHT ITEMS AND HELPED WITH THE CHRISTMAS PARTY!!!! WE ALL APPRECIATED IT SO MUCH. IT SURE WAS SWEET---LITERALLY HA HA!!!!!

This coming up Friday we will celebrating the Epiphany Mass planned by our class. We will have student readers, altar servers, and singers. I will also have students bring up the offertory gifts. We will have something a little special too, but you'll have to come to see our Mass!

This first week we will begin all new units/chapters in each subject. We also will be starting a new writing project- Persuasive speeches. A few students will be chosen to participate in the Merced County Speech Festival. This will be something new and challenging, but very fun. At the end of this writing assignment the students will give a speech for the class- memorizing the speech is a must!

Book Project- we will begin a new book that will include a fun project that they will need to complete and present to the class- this will be a fiction book project. We will check out a new book on Monday.

For science an social studies, the students will have to take notes for each lesson. They may choose to do a note sheet, outline, or just notes on their own. This will count for a big part of their grade. I have guided them many times on various ways to take notes, now they will try this on their own. I will give some guidance, but this will primarily be on their own. Study guides will still be given before the test to help them study.

In preparation for the next math unit, students need to practice multiplication and addition facts. We will have daily facts test in these areas.

Monday 1-3-2011

Religion- prepare for mass, I with pick names for the various parts of the mass.
Science- cards Ch b/1 vocab cards
Math- pgs 126-127 # 17-27
library/computers- In the library they will choose a new fiction book. For homework they will do spelling unit 13 5x each in cursive.
Writing- begin persuasive packets
Art or PE

Tuesday 1-4-2011

Religion- practice for mass
Science- go see what the rain has done to our environment and how the water has moved soil etc. * begin lesson 1 B6-B8 read and take notes.
Math- facts test , pgs B9-B11 finish notes for the lesson. Homework- do wb page for lesson1.
SS- Begin Ch 5 vocab- words will be given.
spelling - unit 13 pgs 84-85
English- begin Adjectives- pg 204-205
writing
Art- begin mosaic art

Wednesday 1-5-2011

Rel- Mass preparation
sci- pgs B9- B11 finish lesson notes, Hw- do wb for lesson 1
Math- facts test, rev pgs 130-131
kinder reading
SS- preview to lesson 1 read 186-189 , do pg 189 1-2
sp- 86-87
Eng- pg 206-207
Writing
PE

Thursday 1-6-2011

Preschool reading
Science- lesson lab ( this is a fun but messy one!!)
Math- facts test, pgs 132-133
SS- begin lesson 1 pgs 190-192 take notes
spelling- pgs 88-89
Eng- pgs 208-209
Writing
Practice Mass in the Auditorium

Friday 1-7-2011- 12:30 dismissal

4th grade mass
Math- 134-135
SS- finish lesson 1 pgs 193-194 finish notes; do wb pg 47
Eng- pgs 210-211
Spelling test unit 13
** Report Cards go out today!

***Until Basketball is over I will do Hw help on Tuesday and Thursday
I will help students with notetaking

********* Our Country we have chosen for International Night is Scotland. If you know something that you would like to share -- I would greatly appreciate that. I f you have items that we can use for the night please let me know ASAP. THANKS SO MUCH FOR ALL YOUR HELP AND SUPPORT!!!!

Last week before Christmas Break!!!!

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DEAR STUDENTS AND PARENTS,

Wow, I am so impressed by my students' generosity with our pen pal gifts! They really understand the true meaning of the season! Our pen pals are going to be so happy with the gifts! Their teacher got tears in her eyes when she saw how generous you were! So did I!

This week will be busy ---- but we CAN do it. The blog will be tentative, so if you are absent, please call a friend to check on the work you miss. There will not be any tests because we did them last week, yeah. However, we will be finishing up with the math chapter, and the chapter review will count as a test. My suggestion will be to CHECK YOUR WORK!

Thanks to the parents for all your support with driving to the various events we have had lately. I know that it was busy, but I truly appreciate you tremendously! I couldn't do my job without you!

Upcoming:
Christmas program rehearsal for the school will be this Tuesday morning at 8:30 in the auditorium- come join us. It is always fun to watch. Don't forget that on Wednesday, 12-15 the band will perform before the Christmas program at St. Patrick's Church, followed by the Christmas program. There is nothing like joining the school family in this most precious event! Extra credit will be given for all those who attend this event. Who wouldn't want to see a real baby be Jesus- its always exciting, right!

Monday 12-13
Rel- Christmas pgs 326-327; do pg 327 in FJ
Sci- read lesson 2, Homework- read lesson 2- There will not be a test on this chapter!
Math- pgs 114-115, #s 13-24; #s 31-32
library and computers
bible story read , handw "p", "Q"
art- cards

Tuesday 12-14
Religion pgs 328-329; do pg 329 in FJ
8:30 Christmas program at school
Math- go over pgs 116-117; do pgs 118-119
SS- read lesson 3; do wb pg with lesson 3
Lang arts- finish "How to" packet, bible story read, do handw pgs "R", "S"
Art

Wednesday 12-15
math ch rev pg 120 all - will be graded as a test
Sci- lesson 4 ; do wb pg 73
Kinder reading
SS- lesson 4; do wb for lesson 4
Lang Arts- prewrite How to writing topic of choice; Homework finish writing at home, bible story read , handw pgs "T", "U"
art - finish cards

Thursday 12-16
Preschool reading
Sci- wb pg 74
Math correct ch rev; do pg 123
SS- Ch 4 rev- do wb pgs Ch 4 study guide
Lang Arts- Present "How To" writing to class- they will be graded on their presentations
PE

Friday 12-17- 12:30 dismissal & FREE DRESS- CHRISTMAS THEME- GO SCHOOL SPIRIT!!!!!!
Christmas assembly and drama play
Bible story - choose favorite and write a summary. They will be graded on summary and spelling. Their spelling on regular work has not been up to par, they need to take time to check their work!
Christmas party !
If there is not rain we will be outside for PE
If there is rain we will watch a Christmas movie or play games!

12-6-2010 to 12-10-2010

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We were so proud of all of the dancers in the Nutcracker- Especially Sophia, Karlee, Carly, Lizzy, and Adriana! Mrs. Hobbs was great too! What a show!!!!! I am so glad that we had enough drivers to all go- Thanks to Mrs. Brockman who doesn't even have a child or grandchild in the class!!!!

This Friday we have a community service trip to go to The Hampshire and Emeritus. We will need to leave at 9:40 and will return around 10:30. I will split the class and each group will be reading and singing for their communion service. I will go to one place and I will need one of my parents to help with the place. If this is something you would like to help with, please let me know. Thanks again for your support! These are the drivers who have signed up:

Mrs. Pilkington

Reid

Mrs.Small

Mr. Sizemore

Mrs. d'Escoto

Mrs. Hobbs

Mrs. Bryan

I know that their is a very important fundraiser- the enchilada sale- but I know you will come through for this important event thank you!

Upcoming dates to remember for this week:

Book project is due this Monday 12-6
Verb test- This Tuesday 12-7
Science test- This Thursday 12-9

We are still collecting gifts for our pen pal class. We need to have all gifts by THIS Thursday so that I can get them to the students before their holiday break. Remember as we fill their gift bags- We are filling their "buckets" and ours! When we give to others, we are giving to Jesus! That is the reason for the season!

Because these next two weeks are busy the blog is just tentative. If your child is sick, please call someone from the class to check to make sure you have the accurate assignments. Thank you!

Monday 12-6
Rel- Advent pgs 318-319, do pg 219 in FJ
Sci- ch rev pgs 126-127, study
Math- pgs 106-107 - #s 11-20 check each probelm, #s 21-30 just do the problems
Library & Computers
LIBRARY BOOKS MUST COME TO SCHOOL AND BE RETURNED! BOOK PROJECTS ARE DUE!
Reading- read "City Green" , do PKBK pg 89(vocab for test)
We will be finishing up on the Mission presentations YEAH! * They have all done a wonderful job: You should stop by to see them. The boards and missions will go home this week.

Tuesday 12-7
Rel- pgs 320-323, do pgs 321 & 323 in FJ
Sci-Rev and quiz game? I will give them specific things to study, please schedule appts later in the day!
Math- pgs 108-109, do #s 11-19 check each problem, #s 20-30
SS- Begin ch 4- read lesson 1, do wb pg 55- please use your book these pages will be graded
Sp- unit 12 rev- write all 60 words 2x each in cursive- there will be a test !
English test
Reading PKBK pgs 90-91
handwriting- O

Wed 12-8
Mass
Science -quiz game, study- test tomorrow!
visit with kinder
SS- skills lesson - read 116-117, do wb pg56
Writing
sp pgs 78-79
Reading PKBK pgs 92, 94
Handwriting - P
Pen pal cards

Thursday 12-9
Rel- visit with preschool
Sci- Test Ch A/4
Math- pgs 110-111, #s 6-21
SS- lesson 2, do wb pg 57 ( use the book)
Writing
Sp- pg 80
Reading- PKBK pgs 95-95
Handwriting- Q
Finish pen pal cards, pack gift bags!

Friday 12-10
Music
Science - Ch A/5 - read lesson 1 , do wb pg 61 (use the book)
Communion Service - Leave by 9:40 We are going to The Hampshire and Emeritus
Writing
Spelling Test unit 12
Reading test- City Green

Back from Thanksgiving Break!

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Welcome Back! I hope everyone had a relaxing and fun break. Advent begins! Let's begin preparing for Jesus's birthday celebration!

HOMEWORK HELP:
There will be changes in Homework help. Because of basketball, I will not be able to do homework help because I will be driving to out of town games and attending games at school. I am sorry about these changes, but this is what being a parent is all about. I will resume regular homework help days after Christmas break!

Drivers needed:
Our first event will be the Nutcracker ballet on Friday, December 3, 2010.
The second event will be our communion service on Friday, December 10, 2010.
I will blog information soon.

Pen Pal gift drive:
Our service project will be to provide gift bags for our pen pal class. The majority of the class comes from very low income families. Last year this was so rewarding. The children were so excited and very thankful for the gifts that the students gave them. There are 16 students. There are 4 girls and 12 boys. They are about the same ages as my students. I am requesting new items and toys that my students love. I hope that each student can give at least two items. They love art items/ craft items and toys. Remember that giving is what the Christmas season is all about! We need to start collecting items asap because
it would be great to give them their gifts before Christmas! Please talk to your child about what it means to give without receiving gifts in return. My students really are so loving and giving. I am so proud of them and what you have taught them! Thanks again!!!!!!

Inport reminders: verb test Tuesday 12-7-2010
Spelling test on unit 11 - Friday
Reading test-Whales- Friday

Monday 11-29-2010
Religion- preparation for penance, and Advent. read Ch 14 pgs 218-222
Science- lesson 2- finish outline
Math- begin ch 3 pgs 96-97 evens
SS- mission presentations begin and will last all week
Lang Arts- read Whales do PKBK pg 98
pen pal disscussion start cards

Tuesday 11-30-2010
Rel- prepare for penance service
math- 98-99 evens; estimate # 2-20 only
Mission pres.
English pages 150-151; and 152-153
PKBK 99-100
sp - 3x each unit 11
Mrs Hobbs visit
pen pal cards

Wed 12-1-2010
Rel- penance service?
math- pgs 100-101
kinder reading

English- pgs 154-155; 156 1-4 and begin rev pg 158
Reading- PKBK pgs 101-102
Sp- pgs 72-73
PE - start basketball

Thursday 12-2-2010
Rel- preschool reading, letter lesson
Science- wb pgs 47,55,56
Mission pres.
Math- 102-103
Eng- finish rev 159 evens;
Reading- PKBK- PGS 103-104
SP-pgs 74-76
Cards

Friday 12-3-2010
Music
Science- rev pgs 126-127
Math- 104-105 evens
Mission Pres.
Eng- pretest practice
Sp test
Reading test
handwriting pg 29
12:30 dismissal

Week 11-15 to 11-19 ---> one week until Vacation !!!!!!!!

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week 11-15 to 11-19!

This week will be a normal and structured. This will be great!
Thanks to all the parents who accompanied us on the trip or helped us with something. Thanks to Mr. Lorenzi for booking the VIA bus for us. JOE........YOU'RE AWESOME!!!!!!!!!

HOMEWORK HELP WILL NOT BE ON MONDAY DUE TO A MANDATORY TEACHER MEETING. I will still have homework help on Wednesday.

Thanks to all the parents who helped with the Halloween party!!!! I couldn't do this without parents!!!!

11-15
religion-practice for saint presentation outline
science- outline pages 107-108; HW finish those parts
Math- pg 94
Library/computers- reading test
english pg 142-143
reading - "Just a Dream"; do PKBK pg 105; Hw- finish

11-16
religion- practice saint
Science- outline pgs 109-110; HW finish this part
Math- pretest
SS- read lesson 3; do wb pg 29
spelling- unit 10 3x each
english 144-145sp-
reading pkbk pg 106-107
art

11-17- saint presentation after prayer
religion- Ch 14- Reconciliation pgs 213-215
Science- 111-113 outline; finish for homework
Kinder reading 9:45-10:00
Math- test
SS- Homework - do wb pgs 33-34 for review
English - pgs 146-147
reading pkbk pgs 108-109
PE

11-18
religion- preschool reading 8:30-8:45---- pgs 216-217
Science- lab Ch A/4 lesson 2 lab; wb pgs 50-51
Math- facts test -multiplication & division
SS- quiz game
sp pgs 68-69
English- pgs 148-149
Reading - pkbk 110
writing - friendly letters
Art

11-19
Religion- thanksgiving program
Science- begin reading and start outline
Math- facts tests
sp- unit 10 test
reading- Just a Dream test
english pg 150-151
Art

11-1 to 11-5-10

2010-10-31T10:51:00.000-07:00

Dear parents and students:

I really enjoyed this year's parent teacher conferences. I received many supportive comments and was able to work with each parent to better their child's school experience. In all my years of teaching, having open communication is what makes all the difference in the world. Please remember that I am always here when you need to talk!

Important info:

There will only be homework help WEDNESDAY, DUE TO AN APPOINTMENT, thanks for your understanding.
Biography Book project- DUE TOMORROW MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2010
Science test Ch A/3 - This WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2010
Unit 9 spelling test and reading test (Justin's Best Bisquits) - FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2010
Mission trip is FRIDAY, November 12, 2010- FREE DRESS BLUE AND WHITE
Mission project and oral presentation - DUE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Monday 11-1

Rel- unit 1 wrap up pgs 77-78
Sci- review
math- pgs 78-79
Library and computers
spelling unit 9- 3 TIMES EACH
writing- finish packet and class sample writing
art- color mission art
****study for science

Tuesday 11-2

Rel- pgs 79-80
sci- quiz game ; homework- study!!!!!!
math- pgs 80-81
Scottish dancing practice with Mrs. Bryan
sp- pgs 60-61
writing- begin rough draft
reading- PKBK 71-72
SS- vocab cards due; begin ch 3 story pgs 106-109 & do pg 109 questions?

Wednesday 11-3

Rel- learn the "our Father" in sign language
Sci- Ch A/3 test
kinder reading 9:45-10:10
math- wb pg 20 (rev concepts)
SS- read lesson 1
sp- 62-63
reading - PKBK 73-74
writing- work on rough draft
handwriting - "Mm"
Practice Dance ?

Thursday 11-4
Rel- preschool reading
Sci- vocab cards for ch A/4
math- 82-83
Scottish dancing
Sp- pgs 64-65
PKBK PAGE?
Writing- finish rough draft----- if not done, they need to finish at home. HAVE THEM READ THEIR DRAFT OUTLOUD- THIS WILL HELP WITH EDITING AND PROOFREADING, THANK YOU!
SS- wb pg 25
*****students need to reread the story "Justin and the Best Bisquits in the World" to prepare for Friday's test

Friday 11-5

Rel-MASS
Math- wb pg 21
spelling and reading tests
writing - peer editing *****Final draft due Monday!!!
handwriting- "Nn"
12:30 dismissal

Conference Week & Red Ribbon Week 10-25 to 10-29

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Report Cards have just gone out, and I am so proud of my students. They have worked so hard, and it shows!

4th graders are.................AWESOME!!!!!!

Help: I need someone to help with our fall program costumes. We are studying Scotland and are doing traditional dances native to Scotland. We need to make plaid sashes ( very easy to make ) for each child to wear for the fall program. This job will require someone to cut strips of fabric for each child to wear. We will use large safety pins to attach them. I will pay for supplies, but I need for someone to take on the time to cut the fabric. Of course this count as parent volunteer hours! Please let me know ASAP so we can get started. Thanks.

RED RIBBON WEEK SCHEDULE:
Monday- hat day
Tuesday- sun glasses
Wed- crazy socks
Thursday- red & white free dress with donation of canned food
Friday- costumes

Field Trip- Nov 12- if you still haven't paid for your child or yourself ( If you are going) please pay Teresa in the office. REMEMBER IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO GO ON THE TRIP WITH YOUR CHILD YOU MUST HAVE TAKEN THE SAFE ENVIRONMENT CLASS AND HAVE YOUR FINGERPRINTS DONE AND RESULTS IN THE OFFICE!!!!! THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS TO THIS POLICY- even if you drive up yourself. I appreciate your support in this matter.

Reminder: This is conference week and it is a 12:30 dismissal ALL WEEK!
**** donations of candy for quiz game would be great!!!!
*******Book project is due next week 11-1
*********Science test for ch A/3 is next Tuesday 11-2

Monday 10-25
Rel- ch 4 pgs 63-65; do pg 66 in FJ
Sci - do all lesson 4 notesheet * next test - next Tuesday 11-2
Math- pg 70-71
SS- go over the study guide; study!
Language arts- Read " Justin and the best bisquits in the world; do PKBK pg 69 (no test this week)

Tuesday 10-26
Rel- pgs 66-69
Sci- wb pgs 45-46
Math- pgs 72-73 and wb pg 16
SS- quiz game; study tonight-test tomorrow!
Scottish Dancing!
Language Arts- begin writing packet- compare and contrast writing

Wednesday 10/27
Rel-ch 4 rev in FJ
Sci- Ch A/3 rev pgs 98-99
Math- pgs 74-75
SS- ch 2 test
Language arts- 1. PKBK pgs 71,72 ; 2. writing packet

Thursday 10/28
Rel- Rosary, preschool reading
Sci - begin ch A/3 study guide
Math- pgs 76-77
SS- assign mission project and missions to study
Scottish Dancing!
Language arts- 1. writing 2. PKBK PG 74

Friday 10-29
costume parade and assembly
Sci- finish and go over study guide; it is recommended that you study over the weekend- TEST IS TUES. 11/2
Math- wb pgs 17-18 ( this is rev from the week)
SS- vocab cards for ch 3 ( they will have Monday in the Library to finish- then it will be homework for that night- you can work on it over the weekend?!)
Language arts- writing

IT IS OBVIOUS THAT SOME OF MY STUDENTS ARE NOT PRACTICING THEIR MATH FACTS. I HAVE NOT REQUIRED THAT THEY DO THIS AS HOMEWORK- BUT SOME NEED IT. THIS CHAPTER IN MATH IS ON ADDITION AND SUBTRACTION. THEY REALLY SHOULD WORK ON THOSE FACTS.

Week 10

2010-10-17T09:13:00.000-07:00

The first quarter has ended and I am so proud of all my students. They have adjusted to fourth grade very well. Parents and students give yourselves a pat on the back!!!!! Thanks to all the parents who drove for the class last Friday to Hampshire and Emeritus. Thanks to all my students for having such great behavior. I was very proud of you!

*2nd quarter- all work will be written in cursive starting now. Work may take a little longer now- so keep that in mind when they are doing homework.

**If you are reading this blog, please give me a high five Monday morning!!! I realize that just the parents are reading this. However, please have your child read the blog too. It is a great habit for them do go over the work for the week.

***This week will busy. We have an English test (Nouns) on Tuesday. The math test is Wednesday. We will also have a spelling and reading test on Friday. As you can see I have spread them out so that they are not on the same days, except for spelling and reading.

Thanks to Mrs. Hobbs! for coming in several weeks to teach the class more about good nutrition habits----that was very enlightening!!!!!

Thanks to Mrs Bryan! She will be teaching the class a Scottish style dance for the FALL PROGRAM. I will need help with a simple costume idea. If you would be willing to help, please come see me soon. We will need to make simple sashes (plaid) for the students to wear. It will be a traditional accessory like a Scottish clan would wear----- We will be part of the OLM clan.

HOMEWORK HELP- MONDAY AND WEDNESDAY

Monday 10-18
Rel- Rosary lesson
Sci- begin lesson 2 Note sheet
Math- rev pg 66
library and computers
English- rev for test
Spelling - cursive unit 8 2x each
PE

Tuesday
Rel- write The Apostles' Creed in FJ
Sci- finish lesson 2 notesheet and rev questions; Homework- do wb pgs 33,37
Math- test rev
SS- wb pg 21; ch rev in the wb pgs 22-23 **Next test will be next Wed. 10-27
Reading - read "Mom's Best Friend"; do PKBK pg 62 (these are the vocab words that will be on reading test)
English- Noun Test
Art

Wednesday
Rel- rosary group activity
Sci- lesson 3 lab activity; Homework- read lesson 3
Math- Test
SS- skills lesson - read pages 74-75 and do wb pgs 18-19
Spelling- do pg 55
PKBK pgs 64-65
English- poetry- Cinquain- (they might have to finish at home); handwriting page
PE

Thursday
Rel- Rosary; preschool reading
Sci- begin lesson 3 notesheet
Math- go over test; take a Math facts test
SS- ch rev in the textbook , do pg 91 # 1-13
Sp- pg 56-57
Reading- PKBK pgs 66-67
English- final draft Cinquain poem; handwriting pg
Finish art project

Friday
Rel- music practice
Sci- finish lesson 3 note sheet; do wb pg 41
Math Begin ch 2 pgs 68-69 and wb pg 14
SS- begin study guide
Spelling test unit 8
Reading test - "Mom's Best Friend"
Writing - begin Compare and contrast writing packet
PE

Remember: Conferences are next week. I hope to see each parent. Please be on time so that each parent has their full time!

The end of the first quarter is this Friday 10-15-10

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So Far this year has been a very positive one. My students show such excitement for everything they are learning, and for any teacher, it fills my heart with pride. Fourth grade is the year that students must learn more about working independently as well as in a group. They do this very well. Students......... you make me so PROUD!!!!!

AS FOR HOMEWORK: I have looked closely to the amount and type of work that has been assigned. All work we do in class starts as guided and then they are required to finish the assignments independently. This will help them to be more independent. Please have your child work on their own, unless they have questions. You may check their work after, but do this with them so they can see what they miss and can correct it with help. This will reinforce the concepts being taught. As always reading and math facts are very beneficial, however, if your child has more than enough homework for the night, don't worry about this. I WILL NOT REQUIRE THIS AS NIGHTLY HOMEWORK OR NEED FOR YOU TO SIGN THE PLANNER- FOR THESE ACTIVITIES. As a parent and a teacher these are important-------when you have time. It is always encouraged!

******BOOK PROJECTS are assigned every few weeks and will require them to read. I do give them time in class, but some may need to be done at home. Please keep this in mind. The next project will be on a biography book. We will check out a new book this Monday. It will be due Monday 11-1-10. That gives them a few weeks to complete.

*******ST. VINCENT LUNCHES- OUR TURN IS THIS FRIDAY, BUT I ENCOURAGE THEM TO, IF THEY CAN, TO BRING ONE EACH WEEK. THIS IS ONE WAY TO PUT THEIR FAITH INTO PRACTICE-------ACTIVE FAITH-FILLED PEOPLE!!!!!

*********HOMEWORK HELP will be this Monday and Wednesday. When my students finish their work from the day I might cancel it. I have them call around lunch. If this will be a problem, please let me know.

********Mission trip- PLEASE TURN IN YOUR PERMISSION SLIP ASAP. AND IF YOU STILL NEED TO TURN IN VIA BUS MONEY PLEASE DO SO. iF THIS IS GOING TO BE A FINANCIAL HARDSHIP PLEASE LET ME KNOW.....ALL STUDENTS WILL GO REGARDLESS!

*******COMMUNION SERVICE AT HAMPSHIRE AND EMERITUS WILL BE THIS FRIDAY 10-15-10. Thanks to the parents who will be driving and helping with this. Your help is ALWAYS APPRECIATED! Drivers need to be at school earlier than 9:45 so we can leave by 9:45 AM. We should return by 10:45- Emeritus takes longer.

Monday

Rel- ch 3 pg 51 activity

Sci- lab in the garden; hw finish ch A/3 vocab cards

Math- pg 58-59 ****test will be Wed 10-20

Library and computers

English- pg 84-85 **** test will be Tues 10-19

Silent reading

Begin poetry- Haiku

Prepare for Communion Service For Friday

Tuesday

Rel- ch 3 pgs 52-55; hw pg 58 in FJ

Sci- begin lesson 1 notesheet

Math- in groups so pgs 60-61

SS- Finish lesson 4 Outline

sp- unit 7 2x each in cursive; hw- sp pg 48----Test Fridiay!

Eng- pg 86-87

poetry- finish Haiku- type for extra credit

Art Warm and Cool color painting

Wednesday

Rel- pgs 56-57 ; do 59-60 in FJ

Sci- finish lesson 1 notesheet- do rev #1-5 on notesheet

Kinder reading

Math pgs 62-63 in groups

SS- begin lesson 5 Outline ; hw wb pg 20

spelling 49-50, Handwriting "K"

English 88-89

math facts test

Art

Thursday

Rel- Rosary( bring one from home if you have one), preschool reading 8:40 to 9:00

Sci- Lab #2

Math - ch rev pgs 64-65 evens together; Hw do odds

SS- finish lesson 5 outline

handwriting "Joinings", math facts test

eng- pg 90 # 1-8; start rev pg 92 evens

Practice for Communion Service on Friday

Friday

Music practice
Sci- go over lab, begin lesson 2 notesheet
9:45-10:45 communion Service
Sp- test unit 7
poetry- share poems
eng- finish rev pg 92-93 evens
PE

October 4th thru October 7th

2010-10-03T09:59:00.000-07:00

My students have really been working hard and have impressed me very much! Keep it up guys! Please review the rubric for conduct and go over it with your child. Many students are talking which really increases the load of work that goes home at night. However, many are very quiet, but that won't ensure an "A" in conduct. Students need to be looking for ways to help around the classroom and with other students. They need to remember to do this along with participation while not being disruptive at the same time. Students must be done with their work before they help around the classroom. Please discuss this with your child, thanks for your support!

Whenever there is a writing assignment, I ask that you help them with proofreading. This will reinforce what I am doing in the classroom. Also when you have them correct errors right away, it will reinforce the correct way things should be.

upcoming dates this week:

Science test on chapter A/2 - Tuesday 10-5-10
Nonfiction book project- due Thursday 10-7-10. Please check over their work for spelling and complete sentences. Also check for neatness. This will count for a handwriting grade!
NO spelling or reading tests this week!
Friday- no school for students!

***** We have a communion service next Friday at Hampshire and Emeritus. I will post the drivers who have signed up to drive next weekend. Because I have to split my class I will need a parent willing to supervise at The Hampshire for me- any volunteers? Please let me know ASAP

Monday
Rel - begin ch 2
Sci- rev and quiz game
Math- pgs 52-53
Library and computers
Writing/ Lang. arts- peer editing exercise; homework- write the FINAL DRAFT- DUE THE NEXT DAY!
Art or PE

Tuesday
Rel- finish ch 2
Sci- ch A/2 test
Math- pgs 54-55, HW wb pg. 12
S.S- Lesson 3 outline A&B ; HW finish that part if not done
Sp- pgs 42-43 (no 3X each)
Eng- pgs 78-79 all
reading - Read "Kettle of Hawks" ; PKBK PGS 53-54
Art- Indian art sheet

Wednesday
Rel- ch 2 worksheet- both sides; write a pen pal letter to Ms. Costa's class
Math- Kinder reading 945-10, math wb pg 11
SS- finish lesson 3 outline
sp- pg 44 only
Eng- pgs 80-81 all
Reading PKBK pgs 57,58
Art Or PE

Thursday
Rel- Preschool reading
Sci- Ch A/3 vocab cards - please get rid of old cards and make sure that the outline for ch A/2 has been turned in. That assignment goes for a grade.
Math- pgs 86-87 word problems in groups
SS- Begin lesson 4 outline sheet
English - pgs 82-83
Reading - PKBK pgs 59,60,61
Art or PE

Friday
Students have the day off, but the teachers have a convention!

7th week of school

2010-09-26T11:01:00.000-07:00

We are done with testing, yes!!!!! This week we will be back to our regular schedule.

Homework help will be only on Wednesday due to appointments. .
Our field trip to San Juan Bautista on Friday, November 12, 2010. A letter will be sent home about the trip. Another letter will be sent home concerning transportation- We want to take a VIA bus. This will take a donation of 15 to 20 dollars per students. We need to know how many parents will be attending. Parents should pitch in a donation. I love for any parents to attend. If you are attending for hours you must also chaperone a group.
Our country for international night will be Scotland! If you are Scottish, and have items for us to use that would be great ! Eventually we will be researching and doing activities to learn more about our country. Each student will be given a topic to research for our class.

9-27
Rel- ch 1 pgs 27-31; pg 31 in FJ
Sci- finish lesson 3 Outline; do wb pg 27 (Ch A/2 test will be next Tuesday 10-5)
Math- pgs 42-43; wb pg 7
SS- computers/library
spelling- unit 5 3x each in cursive-unit 5 test Friday
English- computers/library
Reading- writing- Indian legends> brainstorming and pre-writing
Art

9-28
Rel- pgs 32-33; do 33 in FJ
Sci- ch rev pgs a62-a63 #1-25
Math- pgs 46-47; do wb pg 8 evens only
SS- finish lesson 1 Outline sheet; do wb pg 13
Sp- pgs 36-37
Eng- pg 75-77- Nouns
Reading - we will be watching the 8th grade perform "The Miracle Worker"
PE

9-29
Rel- Kinder buddy reading
Sci- start study guide (ch a/2 test next Tuesday 10-5)
Math- pgs 48-49; do wb pg 9
SS- begin Lesson 2 outline sheet
English- writing Rough draft beginning, middle, end
Nutrition lesson
Art

9-30

Rel- preschool reading, homework- religion ws
Math- pgs 50-51; wb pg 10
SS- finish lesson 2 outline sheet
Sp- pgs 38-39
English- pgs 78-79
reading- finish rough draft legend

10-1

Mass @ 11:00 if you are bringing a pet please bring the pet at that time.
sci- finish study guide- Study over the weekend, use your cards, book , outline, and study guide!
SS- wb pgs 15-16
Mass at 11:00
12:30 dismissal

ITBS TESTING WEEK!

2010-09-20T09:30:00.000-07:00

Hey 4th graders and parents!

All week we will be testing in the morning until 11:00 AM or so. Please remember not to make appointments for the mornings this week. If you need to bring your child a lunch or something they have forgotten at home, please take it to the office, not the classroom. Thank you for your understanding of this matter.

I really want to thank all the parents who have brought or will be bringing in a snack this week!
Because it is testing week, our schedule will be different each day. The work we do will be done in school. No homework will be assigned. Please check your child's planner to see what your child has done and sign it once for the day please, Thanks again!

Progress reports have gone out, and I want you to remember that it is just that---A progress report. I have had a few questions or concerns about conduct and/or effort as well as handwriting. For conduct, we have a rubric that we are to follow. I sent that home at the beginning of the year. Effort grades are based on their overall effort on daily work as well as completing homework every night . Also learning how to be responsible to get their planners signed or returning the work the next day-complete- is important too. Always remember you can come see me about any concerns or questions you might have. Or if you need more than a min. please call the office to set up an appointment. As for handwriting, we also have a rubric that we follow. We will be practicing more and more with cursive and they will improve!

Some of the things we will be doing this week :

science lab actvities
writing- we will be working on each part of the writing process as we write narratives this week
handwriting practice
reading from social studies and science lessons & working on notes etc.

There will be no other tests this week !!!!

It's the middle of the first Quarter! 5th week of school, WOW!!!!

2010-09-12T08:48:00.000-07:00

Dear parents and students:

This week will be a busy week with tests and projects due. Please review these dates with your child at home.

Social Studies vocabulary test (I gave them the words to focus on last Friday)- WED. 9-15
Book project handout- THURS. 9-16
English test on unit 1 in the book- FRI. 9-17
Spelling test unit 3 -FRI. 9-17
Reading test "A Seal's Journey"- FRI. 9-17

Progress reports will go home on Friday. They must be returned signed on Monday!

Homework help this week will be on Monday and Wednesday from 2:30- 3:30. If your child is struggling in any subject, they should attend to get extra help.

We are participating in buddy reading with two classes this year. We will have kindergarten and preschool reading buddies that we will work with all year. This is a great way for the fourth graders to improve their reading fluency while they act as positive role models for the younger children. For our young buddies we will provide positive experiences in reading and concepts of print. It is a win win situation!

MONDAY
Rel- Saints pgs 372-373, do pg 373 in their Faith Journal
Science - Work on ch A/2 lesson 1 outline sheet
Math- wb pgs 5&6 evens only
S.S.- computers and library
Sp/Eng- computers and library
Reading- Read "ASeal's Journey" , do pkbk pg 34( these are the vocabulary words that are on the reading test)

Art-finish Friday's assignment and start a new art lesson

Tuesday

Rel- pgs 374-375; find a picture and info on their saint for Wed. We will be making a poster of our saint partners and class saint for the year.

Science- finish lesson 1 outlining

Math- Rev for ITBS

spelling- unit 4 3x each IN CURSIVE

English- rev pg 34

Reading- pkbk pgs 35-36

Wednesday

Rel- present saints; homework- read pg 376 & do 377 in faith journal

Science- begin lesson 2 outlining

Math- we will be reading to kinder

S.S. - Ch 1 vocabulary test

Spelling- pgs 30-31

English- rev pg 35

PE- Nutrition lesson given by Mrs. Hobbs; soccer

Thursday

Rel- Preschool reading

Science- finish lesson 2 outlining

Math - Rev for ITBS

S.S.- Ch 2 vocab cards; finish for homework

Spelling pgs 32-33

English- practice test in class

Reading-(book project handout is due)- begin writing unit: narratives - read pages 48-52; do pg 52 #1-3, 54 A & B, and pg 56 #1-5

Art

Friday

Rel- music practice

Science- wb pgs 19, 23

Math - basic facts practice and review

S.S.- Read indian legends, read ch 2 pgs 52-54

Spelling- unit 4 test

English-unit 1 test

Reading- "A Seal's Journey" test, writing pgs 57-58 together

Pe or Art?

REMEMBER PRACTICING THE BASIC MATH FACTS ON A DAILY BASIS WILL HELP YOUR CHILD BUILD A STRONG FOUNDATION IN MATH. WHEN THEY KNOW THEM, THEY ONLY HAVE TO LEARN OR WORRY ABOUT THE NEW CONCEPTS BEING TAUGHT. THIS WILL HELP THEM BE MORE ACCURATE AND WORK AT A QUICKER PACE!!!!! PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT, RIGHT??!!

It's the fourth week of school!!!!

2010-09-06T08:27:00.000-07:00

Dear Students and parents:

So far the 4th graders are working very hard. They have welcomed the challenges of 4th grade with open minds! I am so proud of them, too. We need to work on not chatting during transition time. Changing tasks quickly will ensure that we have the required time for each subject. When this happens we can get more time in to complete work so that it does not have to go home! I know that students AND parents will like that !

Saints: This year our school is focusing on Saints as Prayer Partners. Each class will choose a saint for their class. We will also be choosing a Saint for each student in my class. If your child's name is a Saint name they should choose that saint. If not they can choose a saint of their choice. Start looking now.

ITBS Testing will be starting in two weeks. PLEASE make sure your child gets to bed early to get a good nights sleep. Also, make sure they have a full breakfast. Thank you!

Homework Help will only be on Wednesday due to the Labor Day Holiday.

Upcoming dates:

This week:

********This week is our turn to bring in a St. Vincent Lunch. This helps our students to be active faith-filled people. This is also part of their religion grade!

Science vocab test - WEDNESDAY 9/8- Turn in all Ch A/1 notesheets ( this is a big part of their science grade- It should be in their homework folder.

Spelling test on unit 3 - FRIDAY 9/10

There will not be a reading test this week.

****All missing work must be turned in by this Friday because Progress reports will go out Next FRIDAY- Please check Option C for this information .

Next week:

English test on unit 1: Wed 9/15
Social studies vocab test- WEDNESDAY 9/15

1st book Project sheet- DUE THURSDAY 9/16 NO LATER!

On-Site Service projects: We will be reading buddies for Kindergarten and preschool once a week. Both classes have really enjoyed this!

Class Service project: We will begin writing letters to Ms. Costs's SDC class soon. We will be writing to two classes this year - grades 1-3 and 4-6. The word has gotten around and another SDC class In Los Banos would like to participate because of how rewarding our project was for the children in Ms. Costa's class. They are already asking for their friends to write to them. I love this!!!!!!

************ If you have read the blog, please bring in a bag of candy for our class treat container. I use this when we play quiz rev games!**************

TUESDAY:
Rel- read about Mary pg 364, do pg 365 in faith journal
Science- review game
Math- read pgs 30-33, do pg 34
S.S.- Read lesson 4
Sp- 3X EACH
Eng- pgs 30-31
Reading- read Sarah, Plain and Tall, Start story elements sheet ( we are doing this as a practice for their individual book projects due next Thursday)
Art- finish color wheel painting, when done we will have study hall

WEDNESDAY:
Rel-for Mary's birthday we will write her a prayer
Sci- Ch A/1 vocab test- TURN IN CH a/1 NOTESHEET FOR A GRADE
Math- wb pgs 1-4
S.S.- Kinder buddy reading 20 Min., skills lesson read pgs 38-39 and do wb pgs 8-9; finish for homework
sp- pgs 24-25
English- pg 32 ****** Unit 1 test on unit #1 NEXT WEDNESDAY 9-15
Reading: none- We will have a nutrition lesson given by Jen Hobbs
Last Period before PE we will pray a decade of the Rosary in honor of Mary

THURSDAY:
Rel- read about Mary on pg 368, do pg 369 in faith journal
Sci- Preview ch A/2 and do vocab cards for the whole chapter
Math- Place value pgs 36-37 all
S.S.- read all Lesson 5 ; homework: do wb pages 7 and 9
SP- pgs 26-27; homework take home book to study for Friday's test
Eng- begin unit 1 rev, do pg 34 all
Reading- work on this week's story elements ws.
Art- begin new art project
******Bring in a St. Vincent Lunch tomorrow!

FRIDAY:
Rel- all school music practice
Sci- Begin ch A/2 lesson 1 notesheet
Math- pgs 38-39
S.S- wb pgs 10-11 (this is review)
Sp- Unit 3 test
Eng- review and do pg 35
Reading- finish story elements sheet- will collect today!
PE

3rd week of school !!!!!!

2010-08-29T08:28:00.000-07:00

Welcome to the 3rd week of school!

Everyone seems to be settling in to school now, even me! I can tell they are getting relaxed because they are talking more! Red cards will be given this week if they are talking after a warning has been given. The work load has been light, but that will start to pick up. Remind your child that when they pay attention and not talk they won't see a lot of homework because there is a lot of time given to complete work. This week we will go to the library and choose a book to read. This book will need to be completed in 3 weeks along with some kind of project. Each night along with practicing math facts, they will need to read for 15 min. Please sign the planner for the day, for math facts practice, and for reading independently for 15 min. That means sign the planner (or initial it) for three things. I hope that helps clarify things.

Homework Help:
Monday and Wednesday 2:45 to 3:30 no later
Please pick up your child by 3:30. Students who are not picked up by this time will be checked into Extended Care and charged for the time they are there. Thanks for your understanding!

Upcoming dates to remember:

This week
Spelling test-Friday
Reading Test-Friday

In the weeks to come:
Science vocabulary test-Next Wed. 9/8
Social Studies vocabulary Test- Wed.9/15

Religion
M- Safe environment lesson
T- the Bible pg 20
W- finish pg 20
TH- The Nicene Creed in Faith Journal
F- Mass

Science- Ch 1 vocab test next week 9-8
M-Lesson 2 all- read and do notesheet
T- Lesson 2 rev #1-5. Homework- do wb pg 9
W- Lesson 3 all-read and do note sheet
Th- Lesson 3 rev #1-5, Start ch rev pgs A34-A35
F- Finish ch rev pgs A34-A35

Math- We are still reviewing in Math - 3rd grade concepts. Next week we will begin new concepts.
M- pgs 6-7
T- pgs 8,9,10
W- pgs 11-12
Th- pg 14
F- pgs 24-25

Social Studies- We will still be working on Ch 1
M- computers and library
T- Map skills- read pgs 26-27, do wb pg 5
W- begin reading lesson 3
Th- finish lesson 3, do wb pg 6
F- none

Spelling
M- computers and library
T- Unit 2 - write spelling words 2x each-BASIC AND CHALLENGE WORDS
W- pgs 18-19
Th- pgs 20-21
F- Test on unit 2 -BASIC AND CHALLENGE WORDS

English- We are working on the basics of proper sentences
M-computers and library
T- pgs 22-23
W- pgs 24-25
Th- Handwriting
F- none

Reading- Story of the week "The Lost Lake"
M- Read story do PKBK pg 18. We will discuss the 1st book project handout
T- PKBK and handwriting D
W- PKBK and handwriting E
TH- PKBK and Handwriting F
F- reading test

Art/ PE- This week in art we will review the color wheel and start an art project
M/W- art
T, TH, F- PE
* These days may change

Week 2- August 23, 2010 to August 27, 2010

2010-08-22T08:04:00.000-07:00

Hey 4th graders and parents!!! Welcome to the 2nd week of school. So far all is well! I can see the students are warming up to the daily schedule and doing work. We are getting a little chatty and will need to start settling down to business. The noise level has begun to get louder, and we will need to get better at this. Most students are getting work done and homework completed. However, some have been leaving things at home or not completing nightly homework. This is a very important component to fourth grade. This week will start picking up , so they might have more work to do at home. As a reminder, please check the planner and the work so that all is completed. I will start giving warning and then red cards when rules are not followed or homework is not completed on time. This is part of their conduct and effort grades! When/ If your child receives 5 red cards, they will get a detention. I know this seems harsh, but another crucial component to 4th grade is building independence and responsibility. Please help them by going over the planner and their work to see that it is completed. I go over the planner and uncompleted work is always circled in their planner. All work for the day will be in their homework folder.

Homework Help:

This will start Next Week. I will have it Monday and Wednesdays until 3:30. If your child is not picked up at that time, they will be sent to extended care and you will be charged for the time they are there. If you have an older child that has practice, they can not stay until that child is done with practice unless they are enrolled in extended care. Sorry for the inconvenience.

New skill:

This week we will begin note taking in science. We will do most of this as a guided assignment, but sometimes they will have to complete the days notes at home. For the next chapter in Social Studies, we will begin outlining. This too will be a guided activity. They will keep these assignments in their homework folder as we work on it until we complete the chapter. I will collect these assignments after the test for a grade--- so neatness counts!!!!

Absences:
When your child is absent, please check the BLOG for their work. Please call early so that I can get their books to the office.

Religion

M- We will work on the ACTIVE FAITH-FILLED PEOPLE SLE ; homework- rewrite final draft religion paragraph. due Tuesday!
T- Poster of SLE ; write prayer to Mary
W- The bible pgs 18- 19
TH- finish bible activity
F- music practice or class meeting

Science: We will begin guided note taking. This will include the review questions at the end of the lesson. The test for chapter A/1 will be only on the vocab, so start reviewing now. Date to come.

M- Discuss note sheet , read and notes on pages A6-A-8 only
T- finish lesson 1 pages A9-A11
W- Begin Lab- Bird Beaks
Th- finish lab and go over
F- Lesson 1 rev #1-5 on note sheet

Math: We are still reviewing basic 3rd grade math. I have found that they really need this before we start the 4th grade concepts.

M- division review worksheets
T- pg 1 place value
W- pg 2 comparing whole numbers
TH- money pgs 3-4
F- related facts pg 5

Social Studies: This chapter's test will just be the vocabulary. Start reviewing now. Date to come.

M- Ch 1 intro story
T- read all of lesson 1. We will do the lesson review questions together; homework- wb pg 1
W- Map skills - read pgs 16-17 & do wb pg 2
Th- read all of lesson 2; Homework- wb pg 4
F- correct and review

Spelling: We will do 2x each( basic and Challenge words only ) and unit by Thursday. Tests will be on Fridays.

M- unit 1 2x each
T- pgs 13-14
W- pgs 15-16
TH- pg 17; homework - study!
F- unit 1 test ( basic and challenge words only )

English: We will be working on proper sentences and structure

M- Sentence worksheets
T- pgs 14-15 #1-20
W- pgs 16-17 #1-20
TH- pgs 18-19 # 1-20
F- pgs 20-21 # 1-10

Reading: This week's story is "A Little Excitement" . During the week we will read the stories and do practice book pages for review to be ready for the test. Tests are Fridays.

M- read story; Homework- prac book pg 10 ( The vocab on the tests are always in the practice book on the first page for each section/story. )
T-prac book 12,14; Homework- handwriting "B"
W- prac book pg 16, and handwriting "C"
TH- reread story independently; homework- study for the test ( a good thing to do is review the practice book pages for that story )

Remember:

Please remind your child to bring home graded work for the week- from their mailboxes.
Please feel free to come see me or call/write me a note if you have any questions or concerns. My door is always open!

First Week 2010-2011

2010-08-15T08:39:00.000-07:00

Welcome students and parents to 4th grade!!! This year will challenge your child to become an independent learner. They will need your help, but in time they will learn that they can accomplish more responsibilities on their own. This is our main goal.

Parents:

Please return all paperwork given out the first day by Wed. please!
always check planners and sign each day
remember to check on lunch and milk cards
Please read over informational letter(some got this at the open house) and if you have questions or concerns please see me.
ALWAYS REMEMBER I AM THERE IF YOU NEED TO TALK TO ME

Daily Schedule:

Silent Reading 8:15-8:30

Religion 8:30-9:00

Science 9:00- 9:40

Math 9:40-10:30

Recess----10:30-10:45

Social Studies 10:45-11:15

Spelling/Handwriting 11:15-11:30

English 11:30-11:55

Lunch----12:00-12:45

Reading 12:45-1:40

Art/ PE 1:40-2:15

Clean up 2:15 - Please do not come into the classroom early. Please wait outside until the bell rings. Many times we are going over homework and any other important things during this time. Thank You!

Homework help will begin next week- right now the days will be Monday and Wednesday from 2:45 (after my parking lot duty) until 3:30-NO LATER. Please come to the door to pick them up by that time. If your child goes to extended care I will send them there at 3:30. Thank you!

Monday we will start the day with Mass. After Mass we will go over rules and expectations. Students will write down things they will need to bring back to school this week.

Religion:

Tuesday- we will discuss prayer and begin writing on a service topic
Wednesday- brainstorm topic and do a guided sample paragraph as a class
Thursday- begin writing
Friday- music or writing

Science:

Tuesday- preview science text ; begin animal activity
Wednesday- finish animal activity
Thursday- begin ch 1 vocab flash cards
Friday- finish vocab cards

Math: Hopefully your child has practiced their basic math facts this summer, if not we will be reviewing them at least the first week of school. This will be nightly homework- 10 min. of flashcards or first in math. 4th grade math depends on the basic facts tremendously! Also 3 or 4 days a week we will start class with basic math facts timed tests. It is just for review and for improvement.

Tuesday- practice addition review
Wednesday- addition review
Thursday- subtraction review
Friday- multiplication review

Social Studies:

Tuesday- geography review pgs 114-117, discuss pgs 118-119

Wednesday- reading maps pgs 120-121, finding locations pg 122

Thursday- Discuss 4 CA regions and begin Ch 1 vocab flash cards

Friday- finish vocab cards

Spelling and/or Handwriting:

Tuesday: practice cursive 1/2 unit 1 spelling unit

Wednesday- finish Unit 1 spelling words in cursive

Thursday- handwriting practice- intro to handwriting book.

Friday- work on writing or finish "ME" art

English Grammar: bring in a book from home by Tuesday. I can be one you have started and not finished over the summer. This book must be a book on your level please.

Tuesday-discuss daily and nightly reading from individual books and how to choose the right book.
Wednesday- silent reading during class. I will explain the process. This will be done daily in class and and night for 15 minutes.

Thursday- discuss sentence structure will practice orally and on paper

Friday- finish Religion writing or "ME" art

Reading and Language Arts

Tuesday- Parts of speech review worksheet
Wednesday- go over the basic elements of a story. Begin reading "Rajah's Rice" in text. Start practice book pg. 8.
Thursday- Finish "Rajah's Rice" do prac. book pgs 1 and 8 together.
Friday- do practice book pages 3 and 9 together.

Art /PE- These days may change due to band/color guard practices. Also this week's weather does not look great. If the heat or Air Quality isn't good we will do fun activities in class.

Tuesday- "ME" activity
Wednesday- begin SPARK: Frisbee unit
Thursday- "ME" activity
Friday- Frisbee activity