Math – Unit 10 wraps up
next week with the test scheduled for Tuesday.
Unit 11 goes into more detail with volume which will be somewhat of a
familiar territory. I have been excited
to see great gain in math facts as well as good note taking skills being
developed for vocabulary definitions.
Social Studies – We
finished the simulation this week and have been referring back to it as we
discuss this chapter in our social studies curriculum. I do love having all of the students for
social studies as it lends itself well to deeper in-class discussions as well
as more flexibility. I checked in with
all students regarding their biography project and most are still reading and
taking notes, while some have started their first drafts. Drafts and papers can be typed here at school
but projects can be worked on at home, particularly if it requires a lot of
materials. Next week we will discuss a
more definite timeline for completion but I am leaning toward the middle of
May.
Reading – The students are busy reading their biography
books and we have been using our compare and contrast skills in social
studies. We have also been working on
our skimming to search for information.
Writing – Another great round of blogging challenges
being posted this week concerning school rules.
Thanks Keller for the great challenge!
So far most students would change recess to be longer, I am not
surprised. Final writing project will be
script writing to focus on a specific audience, working on fluency, as well as
word choice. More details to come next
week.
Science – We planted
terrariums this week and the students have been very observant as to the
welfare of their plants, monitoring variables and changing conditions as much
as needed. Some are definitely having
more success than others. The super tube
challenge takes place today; I am so excited to see what the students will
create and will definitely film their process and final product. Who can beat 6 social studies books on top of
a toilet paper tube?
Special Notes –
* Schedules get really wonky in April and May
for 5th grade so I have posted a handy list of upcoming events on
our website. The calendar is also
continually updated with information, deadlines as well as other events so do
check it out.
* If your child signed up for the talent show
audition please make sure they are ready to perform. They should be well-rehearsed and ready to
shine. Also, if your child is singing
they need to have a karaoke version of the song. Auditions take place this coming Monday and
Tuesday.
*
The Egg Drop is coming! But not
until May… The students are thrilled they get to partake in this 5th
grade tradition. We are looking
for people to donate a box of ziplock sandwich bags, as well as 4 eggs. If you would like to donate one of those
items (such as one dozen eggs) please let me know as it will be used for the gg
drop. Eggs will not be due until May 12th.
*
Yes, it’s true; there will be another lock out this year. This year’s event will take place June 6th
and more information will come in May.
*
A parent letter with information about the talent show will be coming
home soon, please take a moment to read it.
* Final (I think) book orders for the year go
home today, they are due back to me next Friday.
* Innovation day planning slips are due next Friday with
parent signature. All materials needed
for the day needs to be brought to school by May 2nd.
* I have some dates for you to put
on your calendars: I have some dates for you to put on your calendars: Talent show auditions April 23rd and 24th
3 PM in the music room, Map testing Wednesday, April 25th
1:30 – 2:30 PM and Friday, May 4th 1:10 – 2:10 PM,
Morning sub Wednesday, May 2nd, Glacier Creek Visit 12:40
PM – 2:40 PM Wednesday, May 2nd, 5th grade track meet
Thursday, May 3rd, Innovation Day Monday, May 7th all day,
Talent Show Friday, May 11th 12:30 PM.
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