September 20th, 2011
Class activities for Tuesday, September 20
Spelling: We looked for common spelling patterns for the long o sound.
Cursive: A lowercase cursive review page is available and due on Friday.
Reading: Students received their latest STAR Reading Levels and we talked about yearly goals. Your students should be bringing a STAR Parent Letter home today.
Writing: None today due to technology.
The first piece of writing, a personal narrative about a memory or event, is due into portfolios on Friday, September 23.
Math: Students completed a STAR Math test today. Check JupiterGrades to see what your student’s STAR Math Level is.
We also continued to review multiplication and addition sentences. Homework is to complete Math Journal p. P1-1.
Science: None today due to Math Skills.
Social Studies: Students worked in groups to complete an Economic Terms Organizer. We also started reading about some of Michigan’s economic activities. Homework is to finish the Economic Terms Organizer p. 5, if not done in class.
- Yellow magnets: 2
- Orange magnets: 1
- Red magnets: 0
- STAR Awards: 0
- Magnets moved this week (goal: ?): 3
Check your student’s Personal and Social Growth grade at JupiterGrades to see if your student moved their magnet. Need help with JupiterGrades?
Notes:
- The McGrath Fun Run is October 6. Money pledges and donations are due October 3.
- Check out our class calendar to stay up-to-date.
- View grades, assignments, and attendance at JupiterGrades.
Our Mission:
All students in Room 130 will do their best and get ready for 5th grade.
