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Wednesday, September 21, 2011

The Week of September 19th

Well, it is already Wednesday and I am just getting this updated.


Math

  • On Friday we will have a math facts tests.  Students who have not passed off all four operations, need to pick one to focus on and take that test on Friday.
  • On Tuesday of next week we will take our Topic 2 test.  This covers addition and subtraction of whole numbers and decimals.
Reading
  • We are finishing up with Fountas and Pinnell testing as well as SRI.  These will give us a picture of both fluency and comprehension.
  • Our current writing project is an autobiography.
Explorer Unit
  • We are finishing up our boxes and our trading cards.  
  • We will celebrate on October 10th with Explorer Day.  We will be making different kinds of maps, working with GPS, making boats, and having fun.
BizTown
  • We are in the final process of job selection.  From there students will be working with their coworkers to establish a business plan and make final preparations for running their business.
  • I am sending home notes regarding volunteering.  Please send these back as soon as possible so that we can organize our staff.
  • Students will need to bring a lunch that day.  They should dress in nice but also comfortable clothes.  We will be partnering with another school to run the city.
Monday, September 26th
  • No School - Teacher Professional Development
HOW YOU CAN HELP
  • Listen to your child read each night.  Ask questions about what they are reading.
  • Practice math facts.
  • Come help with reading or math in the mornings.
  • Volunteer for BizTown
  • Share a special talent with the class.
  • Start practicing states and capitals.
  • Continue work on presidential information.
  • Discuss current events.
Enjoy these beautiful fall days.  Life is Good.  :)


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