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!
Don't Ever Be Afraid to Try!
Winners Make the Effort!!!!
Sunday, December 12, 2010
Saturday, December 4, 2010
12-6-2010 to 12-10-2010
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:
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
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
Friday, November 26, 2010
Back from Thanksgiving Break!
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
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
Monday, November 15, 2010
Week 11-15 to 11-19 ---> one week until Vacation !!!!!!!!
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
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
Sunday, October 31, 2010
11-1 to 11-5-10
Dear parents and students:
Important info:
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
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
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Conference Week & Red Ribbon Week 10-25 to 10-29
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.
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.
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Week 10
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!
*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!
Sunday, October 10, 2010
The end of the first quarter is this Friday 10-15-10
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!
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
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
Sunday, October 3, 2010
October 4th thru October 7th
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:
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!
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!
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!
Sunday, September 26, 2010
7th week of school
We are done with testing, yes!!!!! This week we will be back to our regular schedule.
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
- 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
Monday, September 20, 2010
ITBS TESTING WEEK!
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 :
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.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
It's the middle of the first Quarter! 5th week of school, WOW!!!!
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)
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
Pe
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??!!
Monday, September 6, 2010
It's the fourth week of school!!!!
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!
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!
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
Sunday, August 29, 2010
3rd week of school !!!!!!
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
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
Sunday, August 22, 2010
Week 2- August 23, 2010 to August 27, 2010
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.
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.
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:
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 )
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!
Sunday, August 15, 2010
First Week 2010-2011
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.
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.
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:
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:
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.
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
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
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