September 30th, 2011
Class activities for Friday, September 30
Spelling: We reviewed short and long vowel sounds today, which will be the skill tested on Monday’s spelling test. Check the Spelling page for the yearly list of spelling words (there is no list given out before each test).
Cursive: Cursive pp. 15-17 were due today.
Reading: Today was our first discussion day in Literature Circles. Students share with their group the questions, connections, illustrations and passages they noted from the book they read.
Writing: We talked about how important it is to focus a story on just the best time. For example, a student might write a story about how horrible the school lunch food is. Their story can focus only on lunch, and they can skip talking about breakfast, the bus ride, or recess. Focusing on a specific time helps a writer stick to just the best parts.
A personal narrative is due into portfolios on Friday, October 14. Students should be drafting at this point.
Math: None today due to STAR Friday..
Science: We finished Science Court today. There will be MiniQuiz over collecting data on Monday.
The the Energy Fair (more details here) is Friday, October 7.
Social Studies: Students worked in groups to solve a puzzle about economics.
- Yellow magnets: 2
- Orange magnets: 0
- Red magnets: 0
- STAR Awards: 0
- Magnets moved this week (goal: 10): 7
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.
