Happy Valentines Day

Happy Valentines Day everyone!  Thanks so much for the candy and cards.

I did not assign any homework this week end, but PLEASE have your child work on the PARCC practice test or Compass Learning.

We got to be guinea pigs today for the technology people.  :-)  We took a practice test today to help work any bugs out of the computer system.  We were able to help them identify a few final issues to fix before the big test next month while still getting some extra practice in for PARCC.  They did a great job!

Thanks for everything and have a great week end!

Wednesday, February 11

Good afternoon!

Tonight's Homework:

• Spelling:  Unit 22 Workbook pages and study for Test

Remember there is no GROW quiz.  Students just need to study for spelling.

Also, there is no school tomorrow, so students need to come prepared to take their test on Friday.

Students may also bring Valentines to pass out on Friday.  Please make sure they bring one for everyone.

Thanks!

Tuesday, February 10

Hi everyone!

Tonight's Homework:

• Math:  Finish Comparing Fractions Review Packet
• Reading:  wkst 100/103  (Sentences must be used.)

Don't forget that if you would like to participate in our candy fundraiser, to send the permission slip back to school by Friday.  It was given yesterday.

I think that's it for now.

Thanks and have a great afternoon!

Monday Madness

Hi everyone!

I hope you had a great week end.

Tonight's Homework:

• Spelling: Unit 22 sentences
• Math:  Only some students have math homework tonight.  Last week, while I was at my math seminar, the students had to complete a review involving equivalent fractions.  Those students who were able to complete the review with a 90% or above have no math homework.  Their papers will be displayed in the hallway with our fraction display.  Those who scored lower need to correct their mistakes AND show their evidence for their correction.  They can draw a picture, do the math, etc.  They MUST show some sort of proof that their answer is correct this time.  Congratulations to the 9 students who have mastered equivalent fractions!  Enjoy your night off!

Other Important Information:

• For those who did not get my message on the dojo, I made a decision this morning while thinking about the activities for this week.  We are behind in science, so since it is a short week, and I know students will want to pass out Valentines on Friday, I've decided to cancel GROW for this week only.  There will be no quiz on Friday.
• Permissions slips are coming home today for our candy sale fundraiser.  If you would like your child to participate, please fill it out and send it back to school.
• Valentine's Day is Saturday.  If the students keep up good behavior this week, I will allow them to pass out Valentines.  This will not be a huge party, just about 30-45 minutes.  The only thing I ask is that if your child brings Valentines, please bring one for everyone in the class.  There are 26 students.  Thanks!  

Fabulous Friday

Hi everyone!

I want to say how proud I am that the class got such a good report while I was away at a math conference yesterday.  They did a great job!

The only homework students have is what they did not finish with the guest teacher yesterday.  While their behavior was good, most students did not finish the work given and didn't finish it for homework.  Only 5 students had everything done.  The guest teacher even listed everything on the board for them.  There are also a few students who have math corrections to do from our bell work this morning.

So, please look in their agenda book.  I have made a list of who owes me what and will be giving them a chance to write it down as soon as they return from PE.

Also, please be aware that I did not have a chance to grade any of the tests they took today.  And because of our snow day and my being out yesterday, Friday papers will not be coming home today.  They do have a calendar.  I am hoping to send home all graded papers on Monday.  Also, grades are up to date on Power School, so go ahead and check in to see how your child is doing.

I think that's all.  If you have any questions, feel free to text me.  Thanks!

Wednesday, February 4

Hi everyone!

Tonight's Homework:

• Math:  Finish #1-18 for lesson 21-4 in math workbook
• Reading:  Finish and edit the writing for today's prompt

Today, I am testing the students.  Every day I tell them exactly what to take out of their desks for their homework that night.  99% of the time, I even show them exactly what to write down in their agenda books.  Even with these helps, I still have students who leave things at school because they don't listen when I am giving directions.  Yesterday, 5 students went home without homework folders or spelling books even after several reminders to take them out of their desk.

So today, I am testing them.  I told them what their homework was and they are responsible for bringing home what they need with no reminders.  :-)  They had plenty of time to ask questions and organize their things to take home.  We'll see how it goes in the morning.  :-)

Tuesday, February 3

Hi everyone!  I hope you're all dug out after the blizzard.  :-)

Tonight's Homework:
Math: DWP Week 18
Spelling:  Unit 21 sentences

It would be a great help if you could proofread the sentences your child writes since that seems to be a great area of struggle right now.

Also, if you are interested in having your child practice for the PARCC test online, there is a link on the right side of this page to take you directly to the practice tests.  When you get to the fourth grade tests, you will the following initials:  PBA (Performance Based Assessment) and EOY (End of the Year)  We will be taking the PBA first in March, so that would be a great one to start with.  We will be practicing in school on Fridays for an hour in the media center computer lab.

Thanks and have a great evening.  Be careful out there!