Friday, August 31, 2012

Friday, August 31st

HOMEWORK:

MATH - Journal pages 15 and 16

Friday Folder - Bring back folder with signed sheet!

Have a wonderful Labor Day weekend!!

Thursday, August 30, 2012

Thursday, August 30th

Today's homework:
Reading - Study the vocabulary words; make corrections on comprehension questions (if it was poorly done!)
Language - Study the DOL and DOG - Quiz tomorrow!; Do the Simple Subject worksheet.
Spelling - Posttest tomorrow - Study!
Math - Journal pages 12 - 15
Science - Look over vocabulary
Social Studies - Last 2 pages in their map packet

Some of the students received work back today that was not done well.  They were asked to correct their work for a higher grade.  Any time work is returned to them, they will have 1 day to correct it.  We are working toward quality work and following directions better!!  


Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Wednesday, August 29th

Happy Wednesday!!  The students had a lot of time in class to work on assignments.  The list may look long, but they should have accomplished most of it this afternoon.  If they have a lot of work, they may not have used their time wisely.  Check with your child!

Homework:
Reading - Comprehension questions for "A Package for Mrs. Jewls"  Answers must be written in complete sentences!
Language - 2 worksheets - Simple Subjects and Complete Subjects
Spelling - Practice Book Page 6
Math - Study Link 1-4
Social Studies - 1st four pages of the map packet
Science - NONE

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Tuesday, August 28th

Homework:

Reading/Language/Spelling - Practice Book P. 2-5, 7-8

Math - workbook pages 10 - 11

Spelling words:
breath              gravity              Challenge words:
wobble            frantic               instruct
blister              swift                 distress
crush               feather              summit
direct               comic               massive
promise           bundle              physical
grasp               solid
numb              weather
hymn              energy
shovel             stingy

Friday, August 24, 2012

Friday, August 24th

There is no homework, but some students may still owe some forms from the start of the year. Please ask your child if they owe anything. 
The Media Center is asking that all students bring their own headphones for usage in the Computer Lab.  Headphones are $6 if you would like to purchase them. 
The students acquired background information about their Learning Style by taking a survey.  I have included 4 websites that allow you to take some surveys.  These surveys can be taken by the students or the parents for more in-depth background.  Have fun learning about yourself!
Next week we will begin our regular schedule. The students will have homework, and I expect them to do their best! 
Have a GREAT weekend!!

Thursday, August 23, 2012

Thursday, August 23rd

We survived the 1st full day of 5th Grade!!  I am so impressed with all the students.  They have been kind, respectful and a delight to get to know. 

The following are items that need to be brought back to school:
* Goal sheet
* Interest Survey
* Disclaimer form - from the Parent/Student Handbook
* Parent Contact information sheet
* Lunch and popcorn money
* Patrol permission slip - if the students are interested in becoming a patrol person

Sunday, August 19, 2012

Welcome Back!

I am so excited to start the new school year!  I am looking forward to meeting all my 5th Grade students and getting to know each and every one!!
Our classroom will be based on my 3 R's - RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY and RISK.  All students will be expected to treat others in a fair and kind way.  They will need to show responsibility in their actions by completing their work and following through with class expectations.  They will also be asked to take positive risks in their learning by pushing themselves to learn all that they can.  Students will be able to join our "GO BEYOND" Club by completing extra activities.  This in-class club will be explained to the students this week.
We will also be investigating the student's learning styles.  In order to maximize our learning, the students will need to know how they learn.  We will be doing surveys to determine everyone's learning style and analyzing this data to guide us in our learning. 
I hope you are ready for an exciting school year!!  Be sure to complete the survey further down on this page about your favorite summer activity!!