We are taking our winter NWEA tests this week on Tuesday and Wednesday from 8:30-10:30. Please make sure to eat a good breakfast on those days. The kids can also bring gum to chew during the test if they'd like (I'll have some, but if they like a specific kind they are welcome to bring it).
In reading this week we are looking into the question: What do we know about Earth and its neighbors? We are focusing on the skills of summarizing, main idea and key details, and suffixes. In grammar we will work on past-tense verbs.
In math this week we will be starting fractions! We will start with learning about equal parts of a whole, discuss what is the whole, and learn about unit fractions. We will end the week learning about fractions on a number line. I will also use some time this week to reassess a few standards from 1st quarter to look for growth. The 6 math facts to focus on this week are: 9x3, 5x9, 8x8, 2x3, 7x4, and 4x5.
In social studies this week we will be learning about Martin Luther King, Jr. and in science we will start exploring our Vex IQ kits and work on building a model that uses a wheel and axle.
Friday is the end of 2nd quarter! I can't believe how fast that went!! Report cards will go home on January 20th.
This week is also Internet Safety week with the theme "I've Got the Power!" The goal is to empower children to take charge of their own choices online. They have the power to choose what they view, and what they share. PTA came up with some "Power Boost" messages for each day of the week.
Monday: "I have the power to not view embarrassing pictures or share hurtful words."
Tuesday: "I have the power to tell a trusted adult if anything doesn't seem right."
Wednesday: "I have the power to ask before I download."
Thursday: "I have the power to turn off unsafe media."
Friday:"I have te power to help my friends make safe choices online."
Upcoming Events:
January:
- 10th-11th Winter NWEA testing from 8:30-10:30
- 13th End of 2nd quarter
- 16th PIR day-no school
- 20th Report cards sent home
- 9th Valentine's Day Celebrations 10:30. Early dismissal at noon.
- 10th & 13th No School
Code Word: Internet Safety Week
I had so much fun watching Aidyn and Kami play basketball on Thursday! Both girls really hustled in their game! Way to go ladies!!