This week the class will be focusing on preparing for the NECAP tests, which start next week.  We will look at released items from last year's test so they are familiar with the format.  We will teach them some great test-taking strategies so they feel ready to tackle the NECAP!  Also, they will begin with a new assignment called "Paragraph of the Week".  You will receive a description of this assignment on Monday, and it'll be due on Friday.

Homework:
Math 1.4
Read at least 30 minutes and use your reading log.

Students are working on writing summaries during our literacy block.  I have been very impressed with their efforts!  They are writing their summaries in their reading journal, and it is always rewarding to see their entries improve!

You could ask your student to tell you what he/she wrote for a goal for improvement today. :)

Today we worked on Problem Solving skits, where students were given a scenario of a common social issue, and they had to work cooperatively in groups to help solve this problem.  Problems ranged from what to do if someone was being bullied to what to do if you needed help in math, but were too embarrassed to ask for help.  Students did an incredible job coming up with solutions and acting out a skit of what to do and what not to do.  Tonight they will share with you what they learned from the experience.

Their homework tonight is:
1.  Math 1.3
2.  Share letter and get signature
3.  Read 30 minutes (record on reading log)

We hope that everyone enjoyed the fabulous weather this weekend.  The only homework for over the weekend was for students to read and use their reading log at least once over the weekend.  Please be sure to pack your reading log and book in your backpack each night so that you will be certain to have what you need in the morning.

We are looking forward to another great week with fifth graders in 5MC!!

Open House Tonight    6:00-7:30

We look forward to welcoming parents!!

HW:
1. Math 2.10
2. Finish 'Green Thumb'
3. Study for Science quiz on Wed.
4. Read 30 min.

Homework March 8, 2011

Finish "day 1" reading for your Guided Reading group.
Enter character names onto the first page of your packet.
Read 30 minutes and use your reading log.