Week of 12-12 to 12-16

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

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

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!!!

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

SS

•  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

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

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

SS

• 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

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!!!!!

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

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)

SS

• 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

Sp

• 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!

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

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

Science

1. Quiz game and vocab rev , study for tomorrow's test
2. Ch A/2 test
3. Start Ch A/3 vocab
4. finish vocab cards
5. ?

Math

1. $ review, pg 51 #15-22
2. pgs 52-53
3. pgs 54-55
4. pg 56 all
5. pg 57 all

Social Studies

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

English/grammar

1. pgs 80-81 at the library
2. none
3. 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

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

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

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

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

Math

1. pgs 42-43 evens, homework wb pg 7
2. pgs 46-47 , homework wb pg 8 evens only
3. pgs 48-49, homework pg 9
4. pgs 50-51
5. wb pg 10

SS

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

Spelling

1. unit 5 -3x each
2. pgs 36-37
3. pgs 38-40
4. study and review
5. test

English

1. writing- rewrite final draft essay-DUE TOMORROW!
2. none
3. none
4. nouns- pgs 78-79 all
5. nouns- pgs 80-81

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

1. writing
2. read "Kettle of Hawks", do pkbk wb pgs 53-54
3. pkbk wb pgs 57-59
4. pkbk wb pgs 60-61
5. reading test on story

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

ITBS TESTING WEEK!!!!

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

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

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

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

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

         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!

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

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!!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

        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

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