Sunday, August 27, 2017

Homework for week of August 28-31

Homework will be written in assignment books daily.  You can also check the blog for a list of the weekly homework.  Occasionally the homework on the blog has to change depending on how much we get to during class.  If you are unsure of an assignment you can always call one of your study buddies which is written in the assignment book.  Remember to ask an adult to sign your assignment book.

Monday (Day 1):
- Read for 15 minutes
- Show parents forms
- Write a letter to Miss Beauchesne introducing yourself.  The letter should be at least two paragraphs long.  You can write about your family, interests, what you did over the summer, etc.

Tuesday (Day 2):
- Read for 15 minutes
- Start getting your pictures and/or stickers for your writer's notebook.  See notice sent home.  Remember to ask your parents before taking pictures.  They will be cut and glued.  Materials should be brought in by Thursday.
- Gather supplies and finish questionnaire if you need to

Wednesday (Day 3):
- Read for 15 minutes
- Math - Use letter and try to get signed up for xtramath by next Tuesday.

Thursday (Day 4):
- Read for 30 minutes
- Math - Use letter and try to get signed up for xtramath by next Tuesday.

Friday (Day ):
NO SCHOOL

Sunday, August 13, 2017

Few More Weeks

I hope everyone has had an awesome summer and received my letter introducing myself.  I wanted to remind you I will be working in our classroom on Thursday, August 24th from 1:30-2:30 if you would like to stop by to meet me and see the room.  I am looking forward to meeting all of you soon.  If you can't make it on the 24th, I will see you on the 28th for our first day.

Fourth Graders:  Every Kid in a Park
Also, this is a great way to visit the national parks around the country.  Click on the link below to get a learn how to get a free pass.  This starts September 1 and runs for the next year.  Here is the link.

Sunday, June 4, 2017

Homework for Week of June 5-9

Students should be choosing at least 2 afternoons during the week and one weekend day to do a whole session of xtramath.org with the Beat the Teacher section.  They can choose which nights they would like to go on and they can always do extra days.  It is very important for students to know their math facts.
Reminder:  Grandparents' Luncheon is June 5th at 12:50.

Students have all received their part for the play.  We will be practicing in school, but they should be practicing their lines and songs at home too.  Reminder:  Performance for school and parents is June 15th at 1:45.  Scripts should be kept in their homework binders so we can use them at school too.

Monday (Day 6):
Read for 15 minutes (Book Group Reading)
Math -  Sheet 5-7
S.S. - Review West states and capitals Sheet - quiz  next Tues

Tuesday (Day 1):
Read for 15 minutes (Book Group Reading)
Math -  Line Plot Sheet
S.S. - Review West states and capitals Sheet - quiz  next Tues

Wednesday (Day 2):
Read for 15 minutes
Math - Sheet 6-12
S.S. - West State Sheet - quiz  next Tues

Thursday (Day 3):
Read for 15 minutes
Math - xtramath
Field Day tomorrow - wear sneakers, water bottle, hat, bring change of clothes and towel in case you get wet (Where's Waldo theme)

Friday (Day 4):
Read for 30 minutes
Go on xtramath.org (If you are done you can choose iReady or ixl.com)
S.S. - Review West states and capitals Sheet - quiz  next Tues

Monday, May 29, 2017

Homework for Week of May 29-June 2

Students should be choosing at least 2 afternoons during the week and one weekend day to do a whole session of xtramath.org with the Beat the Teacher section.  They can choose which nights they would like to go on and they can always do extra days.  It is very important for students to know their math facts.
Reminder:  Grandparents' Luncheon is June 5th at 12:50.

Students have all received their part for the play.  We will be practicing in school, but they should be practicing their lines and songs at home too.  Reminder:  Performance for school and parents is June 15th at 1:45.  Scripts should be kept in their homework binders so we can use them at school too.

Monday (Day ):
No School - Memorial Day

Tuesday (Day 2):
Read for 15 minutes (Book Group Reading)
Math -  Sheet 5-4
S.S. - Review Midwest states and capitals Sheet - quiz tomorrow

Wednesday (Day 3):
Read for 15 minutes
Math - Sheet 5-5

Thursday (Day 4):
Read for 15 minutes
Math - Review Addition of Fraction Sheet
Bring sunglasses if you have them for the Volunteer Song

Friday (Day 5):
Read for 30 minutes
Go on xtramath.org (If you are done you can choose iReady or ixl.com)









Sunday, May 21, 2017

Homework for Week of May 22-26 - updated

Students should be choosing at least 2 afternoons during the week and one weekend day to do a whole session of xtramath.org with the Beat the Teacher section.  They can choose which nights they would like to go on and they can always do extra days.  It is very important for students to know their math facts.
We are finishing book groups this week (few groups finished last week).  Students have a calendar showing the days their group is meeting.  Students need to have the reading and notes ready for meeting dates.

No School - Monday, May 29th (Memorial Day)

Monday (Day 3):
Read for 15 min (Book Group Reading)
Math -   xtramath (iReady or iXL if done)
Science- Tomato Plant Graph and long observation - packets must be brought back tomorrow

Tuesday (Day 4):
Read for 15 minutes (Book Group Reading)
Math -  Sheet 5-1
S.S. - Review Midwest states and capitals

Wednesday (Day 5):
Read for 15 minutes (Book Group Reading)
Math - Sheet 5-3
S.S. - Review Midwest states and capitals - quiz next Wednesday

Thursday (Day 6):
Read for 15 minutes (Book Group Reading)
Math - Sheet 5-4
SS - Review Midwest states and capitals - quiz next Wednesday

Friday (Day 1):
Read for 30 minutes
SS - Review Midwest states and capitals - quiz next Wednesday
Go on xtramath.org (If you are done you can choose iReady or ixl.com)








Friday, May 19, 2017

PTO Reminder: "Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age"


COMMUNITY MOVIE SCREENING - MAY 24 Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age”: The SMS PTO & the Wiggin Memorial Library are excited to offer this important community movie screening on May 24 @ 6:30pm in the CMS Auditorium. We encourage all parents to attend and to bring their children ages 10 and older. A panel discussion with school staff from across SAU16, psychologist Ben Hillyard & Officer Amanda Bibeau will follow.

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