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Friday, May 30, 2014

May 30th, 2014

Reminder...We will be having a picnic the last day of school (Wednesday).  Please send a sack lunch and drink with your child that day!  Thank you!

Homework:

     Math:  P8-13 evens (Mrs. Haugen's room only)

     Science:  Study for chapter test AND finish the chapter review #21-#30

Have a great weekend!

Next Week:

     Math:  We will be finishing our chapter with an introduction to division of fractions!

     Science:  We will be finishing our chapter on forces with a unit test on Monday or Tuesday!

Thursday, May 29, 2014

May 29th, 2014

**Our picnic was a lot of fun!  Thanks for sending lunches with your children!**

Homework:

     Math:  P8-13 - Mrs. Mick and Mrs. Bram's homerooms
                P8-12 - Mrs. Haugen's homeroom

     Science:  Scholastic News finished and turned in with all questions answered
                    Chapter Review questions #11-#20

**Attention**  The science unit test is being pushed to Monday.  We simply need more time to prepare.  
                        Please study with your child over the weekend!  Thank you!

Wednesday, May 28, 2014

May 27th, 2014

Reminder...Please send a sack lunch and drink with your child tomorrow.  The children reached their classroom Dojo goal and are being rewarded with a picnic.  We are walking to the swimming pool park to eat.  

Reminder...The students will be fishing again tomorrow.  Please remind them to wear appropriate shoes.

Homework:

     Math:  P8-12 

     Science:  page F28 chapter review #1-#10
                   Scholastic News page 4-9 read and second set of questions on the back answered

Tuesday, May 27, 2014

May 27, 2014

Reminder...Weather permitting, the students will be going fishing tomorrow and Thursday for PE.  They must wear appropriate shoes (no open toed shoes) and are welcome to bring gear from home if they choose (the school will provide equipment and it is not necessary for the children to bring their own).  It should be lots of fun!

Homework:

     Math:  P8-10 odds only  (This is for Mick and Bram homerooms only!)

     Science:  Study for quiz.
                   WB234
                    Scholastic News - read pages 2 and 3 AND answer the first set of 3 questions on the back

Have a great night!

Friday, May 23, 2014

May 23, 2014

Reminder...It is Memorial Day Weekend, so enjoy your vacation day on Monday!  We only have 7 days of school left!  Please encourage your child to work as hard as they can until the end!!!  We still have a lot of learning left to accomplish!

Homework:

     Math:  None

     Science:  Study for Tuesday's lesson 3 quiz

Have a great weekend!

Next Week:

     Math:  We will be working on multiplication and division of fractions!!

     Science:  After the quiz on Tuesday, we will begin reviewing the chapter and test on Thursday!

Thursday, May 22, 2014

May 22, 2014

Today's track meet was a great success!  It was nice to see the sunshine, the kids having a great time, and so  many of you there to enjoy it!

Homework:

     Math:  None

     Science:  None

Have a great evening!

Wednesday, May 21, 2014

May 21, 2014

Reminder...The elementary track meet is tomorrow weather permitting.  The make-up day is Friday!  We begin at 9am.  Please encourage your child to dress in layers.  We hope to see you there!  If you are planning on eating lunch with your child that day, the cost of an adult ticket is $3.20.  Please have exact change if at all possible!

Reminder...A note about end-of-the-year fishing will be sent home with your child tomorrow.  Please keep a look out for it!

Homework:

     Math:  PS8-8  (We will be quizzing on Friday!)

     Science:  Lesson 3 vocabulary definitions and pictures, WB233 (Haugen's homeroom only), and Lesson 
                    3 review page F23 #1-#5

Have a great night!

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

May 20, 2014

Reminder...The elementary track meet will be Thursday this week.  The older kids will compete in the morning starting at 9am.  We look forward to seeing you there!  If you would like to eat lunch with your child that day, the cost for an adult lunch is $3.20.  Please bring exact change if possible!  

Homework:

     Math:  P8-8

     Science:  WB233

Have a great night!

Monday, May 19, 2014

May 19, 2014

Reminder:  Thursday is the elementary track meet.  It begins at 9am for the older students!  We would love to see you there!  Please encourage your child to dress in layers as it seems winter just doesn't want to leave us completely this year!!!

Homework:

     Math:  None

     Science:  Lesson 3 questions #14-#19

Have a great evening!

Friday, May 16, 2014

May 16, 2014 

Reminder:  The elementary track meet will be next week on Thursday.  The meet for upper elementary begins at 9am and will run roughly until noon!  We would love to see you there.  A note was sent home this week with your child stating the order of events.

Homework:

     Math:  P8-7

     Science:  Lesson 3 questions #8-#13

Have a great weekend!

Next Week:

     Math:  We will be finishing up adding and subtracting mixed numbers and quizzing by mid to late week. 
                Multiplying fractions and mixed numbers will be our next topic.

     Science:  Lesson 3 will be our focus.  We will hope to finish the week with a quiz on Friday or the 
                   following Tuesday (Memorial Day weekend).

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

May 14, 2014

Homework:

     Math:  PS8-5

     Science:  Scholastic News magazine

Have a great evening!

Tuesday, May 13, 2014

May 13, 2014

Homework:

     Math:  P8-5

     Science:  "Work" analyzing data worksheet

Have a great night!

Monday, May 12, 2014

May 12, 2014

Reminder:  Tonight is the Fine Arts Concert.  Doors open at 6:30 to view art and the concert begins at 7:00.  We hope to see you all there!

Homework:

     Math:  None  (They quizzed today!)

     Science:  Scholastic News - read pages 2 - 7 and answer the first two sets of three questions (6 in total)

Have a great evening!

Friday, May 9, 2014

May 9,  2014

Attention:  The Fine Arts Nights has been moved to Monday night.  The doors will open at 6:30 for viewing art work in the gym and the concert will start at 7:00!  We look forward to seeing you there!

Reminder...If your child increased his or her MAP scores or scored in the proficient range, he/she has earned a movie/snack day.  Please allow your child to bring a snack, drink, and pillow on Monday if they earned it.  Anyone earning this reward will be bringing home a note telling you so!

Homework:

     Math:  None

     Science:  None

Have a great weekend!

Next Week:

     Math:  We will start our week out with a quiz over adding and subtracting fractions with like and unlike 
                denominators.  We will then continue with adding and subtracting mixed numbers, and by the end 
                of the week introduce multiplication of fractions.

     Science:  We will jump into the last lesson on forces.  We will be learning about the scientific definitions
                    of work, power, and machines.  The students will also be working on another Scholastic News
                    magazine.

Thursday, May 8, 2014

May 8, 2014

Attention:  This evenings Fine Arts Night has been postponed due to the threat of inclement weather.  The make-up date will be announced at a later time.  Please stay safe this evening!

Reminder:  Tomorrow will be the last day of MAP testing for the 5th graders.  Please encourage your child to get a good night's rest, a healthy breakfast, and talk to them about the importance of doing their best!  Thank you for your help!

Reminder...On Monday, any student who increased their MAP scores or were proficient have earned a movie!  They will be allowed to bring a snack, drink, and pillow that day.  If your child has earned the movie, they will be given a note to bring home to you tomorrow afternoon.

Homework:

     Math:  None

     Science:  Study for test

Have a great evening!

Wednesday, May 7, 2014

May 7, 2014

Reminder...MAP testing will finish up on Friday.  The students will not be MAP testing tomorrow, rather we will be going to the high school to watch Shark Tank.  Meaning, the high school kids will be pitching entrepreneurial ideas.  This coordinates with our NIACC field trip!

Reminder...The fine arts night will be held on Thursday evening.  We look forward to seeing you there!

Homework:

     Math:  PS8-4

     Science:  Lesson 2 review #1-#5 page F15

Have a great evening!

Tuesday, May 6, 2014

May 6, 2014

Reminder...MAP testing began today for your 5th grader.  They complete reading.  Tomorrow is math!  Please encourage your child to get a good night's rest, a healthy breakfast, and talk about  the importance of
doing their best!  Thank you for your help in this matter!

Reminder...Thursday evening is the 4th-6th graders "Fine Arts Night"!  We would love to see you and your child there!

Homework:

     Math:  P8-4

     Science:  Lesson 2 Question #1-#11  (We are looking to quiz on Friday!)

Have a great evening!

Monday, May 5, 2014

May 5, 2014

Reminder...Tomorrow we start MAP testing in reading with Mrs. Haugen!  Please encourage your child to forth their very best effort during the test!

Reminder...Thursday night is our "Fine Arts Evening"!  Please plan on attending with your child! It will be fun!

Homework:

     Math:  PS8-3

     Science:  Vocabulary definitions and pictures for Mrs. Mick and Mrs. Haugen's rooms
                    WB229 for Ms. Bram's room

Have a great night!

Friday, May 2, 2014

May 2, 2014

Reminder...MAP testing will begin for your child on Tuesday, May 6th (we pushed the start date up one day).  Please visit with them about the importance of trying their hardest on these tests.

Reminder...We will be doing the second half of our community project on Monday!  If your child brought their broom home this week, please send it back to school with them on Monday.

Reminder...Thursday night next week is the 4th-6th Fine Arts Event.  Please mark your calendars and plan on attending!

Homework:

     Math:  P8-3

     Science:  WB229

Have a great weekend!

Next Week:

     Math:  We will be focusing on adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators and quizzing in 
                early part of the week.  Then we will jump into adding and subtracting fractions.  

     Science:  We will be finishing lesson 2 about balanced and unbalanced forces.  I am planning on a quiz by
                    the end of the week!

  

Thursday, May 1, 2014

May 1, 2014

Thank you for sending brooms with your children to school! They did an outstanding job working today.  I was so very proud of them!  Each student earned 2 "helping others" Dojos for their great effort!  Mrs. Fink rewarded them with breakfast pizza and juice at her Jazzercise studio after the work was complete.  Our plan is to go back for one hour on Monday to clean up after the Thanks with Franks event!

We celebrated go the distance day doing Zumba in the gym with our very own Abby Christian's mom leading the workout.  The kids did a great job and got quite the workout!  It was a busy day at school today! 

Reminder:  MAP testing will be next Wednesday - Friday for your 5th grader!  Please encourage them to do their best on the tests!

Homework:

     Math:  None

     Science:  Scholastic News - completed for tomorrow - packet and magazine

Happy May Day and have a great night!
 

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