I can't believe that next week is Conferences and Thanksgiving! How is it that this year is going by so fast? I am excited to have an opportunity to touch base with all of you next week and know that 15 minutes will go by very quickly. I have created a brief survey to help guide our discussion during our conference. If you could take a minute to fill it out (preferably before Sunday evening) it will give me a chance to be as prepared as possible when we meet.
Thursday, November 17, 2016
Fall Conferences
Hi Parents!
I can't believe that next week is Conferences and Thanksgiving! How is it that this year is going by so fast? I am excited to have an opportunity to touch base with all of you next week and know that 15 minutes will go by very quickly. I have created a brief survey to help guide our discussion during our conference. If you could take a minute to fill it out (preferably before Sunday evening) it will give me a chance to be as prepared as possible when we meet.
I can't believe that next week is Conferences and Thanksgiving! How is it that this year is going by so fast? I am excited to have an opportunity to touch base with all of you next week and know that 15 minutes will go by very quickly. I have created a brief survey to help guide our discussion during our conference. If you could take a minute to fill it out (preferably before Sunday evening) it will give me a chance to be as prepared as possible when we meet.
Monday, November 7, 2016
Classroom Update
Hi Parents!
Today is the day to sign up for Parent Teacher conferences that will take place towards the end of this month. If you have trouble accessing the link or selecting a time please contact the office as they have access to the actual sign up, which I do not.
We are moving right along with our content:
In Reading: Students are finishing up their investigation of the Literature Circle Roles that they will be using during small group discussions. They are almost done Reading Number The Stars and will begin reading a new book in a small group setting after Thanksgiving.
In Writing: Students are working to revise their personal narratives by expanding their thinking into multiple paragraphs. We are looking for areas in our writing where the reader may have questions about what is happening.
In Science: We are finishing up our unit on Ecosystems. Students learned about how ecosystems need to stay in balance and the importance of Producers, Consumers and Decomposers in a healthy ecosystem.
In Social Studies: Students brought home the results of their Early Civilizations benchmark recently. We are currently learning about European exploration of the New World. Students are focusing on one explorer which they will present to the rest of the class.
Today is the day to sign up for Parent Teacher conferences that will take place towards the end of this month. If you have trouble accessing the link or selecting a time please contact the office as they have access to the actual sign up, which I do not.
We are moving right along with our content:
In Reading: Students are finishing up their investigation of the Literature Circle Roles that they will be using during small group discussions. They are almost done Reading Number The Stars and will begin reading a new book in a small group setting after Thanksgiving.
In Writing: Students are working to revise their personal narratives by expanding their thinking into multiple paragraphs. We are looking for areas in our writing where the reader may have questions about what is happening.
In Science: We are finishing up our unit on Ecosystems. Students learned about how ecosystems need to stay in balance and the importance of Producers, Consumers and Decomposers in a healthy ecosystem.
In Social Studies: Students brought home the results of their Early Civilizations benchmark recently. We are currently learning about European exploration of the New World. Students are focusing on one explorer which they will present to the rest of the class.
I look forward to seeing you all in a couple weeks at conferences!
Friday, October 14, 2016
Classroom Updates
The weather has certainly been gorgeous! We are all enjoying the crisp fall air and beautiful skies! Here are a few things that are coming up:
- In Reading students are getting ready to present Book talks which will begin the week of October 24th. I have added a new link on the homework page that displays a calendar with each child's due date. Please reference this if you are unsure of your child's presentation day.
- In Social Studies we have finished our first unit on Pre-Columbian Civilizations and geography skills. The end of unit benchmark for this unit will be Friday October 21st. Students have a Study Guide as well as notes packets that they can use for studying. I will be updating the Social Studies Tab with answer keys and more study materials over the weekend.
- In Science students are continuing their investigations into Ecosystems. This is a long unit and will not be tested on until Mid-November.
- In writing students have started drafting their first long piece of the year. They are writing a personal narrative of their own choosing. This week we discussed the importance of a strong lead and ways that we can quickly engage our readers.
Our classroom Harvest Party will be in the afternoon on October 31st. If you have not yet sent in your 6 dollar donation consider donating to this fun event. Students will have three parties throughout the year. The money goes to supplies for a simple craft and game during the celebration.
Finally The Race For Education is fast approaching. Students will be filling out mailers during next week. We are looking for all address labels to come to school this Monday October 17th. This will be a fun school-wide event. Our class goal is to collect an average of 5 address labels per student.
Friday, September 23, 2016
Happy Friday!
Hi Everyone!
We enjoyed another hot week here in Room 105!
In Reading we talked about Characters and how authors make them memorable. We read several short stories and had several great discussions.
In Science we continued our investigation of The Scientific Process and determined how many drops of water can stay on the surface of a nickel without flowing over. Ask your child about our surprising results!
In Writing we tried out our first technology project where we mixed the Writing Process with a google AP. Students brainstormed, drafted, revised, and edited a simple sentence. Then through the power of technology they were able to watch the process in action. Click on a link below to take a look at the fabulous sentences the students created!
We enjoyed another hot week here in Room 105!
In Reading we talked about Characters and how authors make them memorable. We read several short stories and had several great discussions.
In Science we continued our investigation of The Scientific Process and determined how many drops of water can stay on the surface of a nickel without flowing over. Ask your child about our surprising results!
In Writing we tried out our first technology project where we mixed the Writing Process with a google AP. Students brainstormed, drafted, revised, and edited a simple sentence. Then through the power of technology they were able to watch the process in action. Click on a link below to take a look at the fabulous sentences the students created!
| Urvi and Emily | https://goo.gl/D5YjbX |
| Christopher and Samik | https://goo.gl/pFnsQ4 |
| Brooke and Maia | https://goo.gl/NhOYBL |
| Charlotte and Aly | https://goo.gl/QPKv2d |
| Samik and Christopher | https://goo.gl/1PeCz2 |
| Nic and Jack | https://goo.gl/qALIOA |
| Catherine and Ritika | https://goo.gl/xmUbpb |
| Maia and Brooke | https://goo.gl/G6H1b8 |
| Emily and Urvi | https://goo.gl/rPoFUs |
| Jake and Bobby | https://goo.gl/3rjERi |
| Srunu and Callie | https://goo.gl/xduUT1 |
| Aly and Charlotte | https://goo.gl/xtEHLs |
| Ritika and Catherine | https://goo.gl/xmUbpb |
I hope you all have a wonderful weekend. I look forward to seeing you all at curriculum night on Wednesday night.
Sunday, September 18, 2016
Our first Full week of school!
Hi Folks!
We have made it through our first full week of school and I am excited for our upcoming week! It was nice to settle into our schedule and start introducing 5th grade Content. It takes about 6 weeks to fully acclimate to our new room and delve into the content, but those first several weeks are so important in establishing a safe learning environment. Here is some of the content that we began this week:
In Science we started talking about the Scientific Process. Be sure to ask your child how they used this process to "Save Fred". This week we will continue to explore this process as well as starting our first unit on Ecosystems.
In Social Studies we began introducing basic geography and map skills. We learned how grids can be utilized to help name specific locations. This week we will begin our first unit on the Maya, Inca and Aztecs. Your child may or may not have told you that this year I will be teaching both Science and Social Studies. I am excited about the opportunity to integrate both of these subjects across the curriculum.
In Reading we introduced our first vocabulary unit and the students had their first week of homework. We will continue to learn the vocabulary routines this week and will introduce spelling in the next couple weeks. This week was also your child's first reading log assignment. I hope that this online reading log will reduce the stress of a daily log and help build responsibility and independence in your child.
In Writing we are exploring the writing process. Over the coming weeks we will review and enhance our knowledge of the Personal Narrative.
In Math we have settled into our new "switching" model. Students are loving the opportunity to move to a new classroom and work with different students, as well as a new teacher. This process is a great step towards preparing your child for the Middle School model.
Over the next couple weeks I will be updating you more specifically on how your child is doing in the classroom. If you have any questions before you hear from me please don't hesitate to reach out to me.
I look forward to seeing you all on September 28th at Curriculum night.
We have made it through our first full week of school and I am excited for our upcoming week! It was nice to settle into our schedule and start introducing 5th grade Content. It takes about 6 weeks to fully acclimate to our new room and delve into the content, but those first several weeks are so important in establishing a safe learning environment. Here is some of the content that we began this week:
In Science we started talking about the Scientific Process. Be sure to ask your child how they used this process to "Save Fred". This week we will continue to explore this process as well as starting our first unit on Ecosystems.
In Social Studies we began introducing basic geography and map skills. We learned how grids can be utilized to help name specific locations. This week we will begin our first unit on the Maya, Inca and Aztecs. Your child may or may not have told you that this year I will be teaching both Science and Social Studies. I am excited about the opportunity to integrate both of these subjects across the curriculum.
In Reading we introduced our first vocabulary unit and the students had their first week of homework. We will continue to learn the vocabulary routines this week and will introduce spelling in the next couple weeks. This week was also your child's first reading log assignment. I hope that this online reading log will reduce the stress of a daily log and help build responsibility and independence in your child.
In Writing we are exploring the writing process. Over the coming weeks we will review and enhance our knowledge of the Personal Narrative.
In Math we have settled into our new "switching" model. Students are loving the opportunity to move to a new classroom and work with different students, as well as a new teacher. This process is a great step towards preparing your child for the Middle School model.
Over the next couple weeks I will be updating you more specifically on how your child is doing in the classroom. If you have any questions before you hear from me please don't hesitate to reach out to me.
I look forward to seeing you all on September 28th at Curriculum night.
Friday, September 2, 2016
Our First Week...
We had a great first week of school getting to know the members of Team 105!
The last year of Elementary school can be very exciting and it certainly goes by very fast. We will try to make the most of each day in Team 105. We spent this week getting to know ourselves and each other as individuals. It is important to recognize each other's unique abilities before we can start building a team. Next week we will begin to focus on how to communicate with each other respectfully and thus build an effective team.
If your child, like many typical fifth graders, could only seem to remember how to use one word answers to tell you about their first week :) Try out these conversation starters:
1. Why did you play with toilet paper this week?
2. What is human bingo... it sounds painful?
3. What's a selfie?
4. Tell me about your "puzzle"? Did you bring it home?
5. Who is Mr. Terupt?
6. What is your goal for the school year?
7. Why is your class the best "Hands Down"?
Hopefully those questions will elicit some more in depth responses. We really had a great first week and I am excited to spend the year with your children! Thank you to all of the parents and children who have filled out my online survey. It is very valuable information that I refer back to often during the first few weeks. If you and your child have not gotten a chance to fill it out there is still time. Please take a moment to click on the links on the sidebar and fill out the questionnaire.
Thank you and feel free to email me with any questions or concerns.
Friday, August 12, 2016
Thanks for visiting the classroom website! I am thrilled about the opportunity to get to know you, and I am looking
forward to a happy and productive school year.
This website will be a great tool to keep you and your parents up on current events and
homework in the classroom. Please take a moment to fill out a quick student survey, and also ask your parents to fill out the parent survey. This information will help me prepare for the school year.
I would like to remind you about my
exciting news that I am expecting a baby in early December. I will be taking a few months to be at
home with the new baby at that time. I realize that it may be scary to think about your teacher leaving you
during the school year; so I am working hard with Ms. Kennelly to find the
perfect teacher for you while I am away, and I will be back before you know it. Though I will be away for a few months, I will still be leading Student Council and the 5th Grade Play. Both activities are a ton of fun and great ways to get involved with different people in the 5th grade.
I would love the
opportunity to meet you before the start of school. I will be in room 105 during the open house on Thursday, August 25th
from 11:00 - 12:00. Please stop by to say hi!
Remember there is no need to bring any personal supplies this year.
Everything that I expect you to use this year including pencil box, binder, and
notebooks will be provided for you when you get to the classroom. The only
thing you will need on the first day is a snack and a smile!
Sincerely,
Ms. Moores
Monday, June 20, 2016
With gratitude...
Hi Parents!
Tomorrow is the big day. The kids are ready to journey on to a new learning ground. I want to say thank you for an amazing year! Thank you for sharing your children with me, and supporting their growth and learning throughout the year. Thank you also for the generous class gift that I opened with the children today. I will certainly have a good time spending my gift cards at Bancroft and Wegmans.
I look forward to seeing you all tomorrow at the 5th Grade Completion Ceremony. I believe guests will be seated beginning at 8:35 and the ceremony starts promptly at 9:00am. Students will come to school and change into their gray completion ceremony shirt. Shorts or skirts are encouraged to go with as it will be hot.
If you would like to take your child home following the ceremony please remember that you need to come to the classroom to sign them out. I will also have the completion certificate, Team 105 cd/slideshow and a small additional memory packet as well. It's worth stopping in, and I look forward to seeing you all.
Of course your child is also welcome to stay until dismissal :)
Thank you again! It was a great year, and I am going to miss your children.
Sincerely,
Ms. Moores
Tomorrow is the big day. The kids are ready to journey on to a new learning ground. I want to say thank you for an amazing year! Thank you for sharing your children with me, and supporting their growth and learning throughout the year. Thank you also for the generous class gift that I opened with the children today. I will certainly have a good time spending my gift cards at Bancroft and Wegmans.
I look forward to seeing you all tomorrow at the 5th Grade Completion Ceremony. I believe guests will be seated beginning at 8:35 and the ceremony starts promptly at 9:00am. Students will come to school and change into their gray completion ceremony shirt. Shorts or skirts are encouraged to go with as it will be hot.
If you would like to take your child home following the ceremony please remember that you need to come to the classroom to sign them out. I will also have the completion certificate, Team 105 cd/slideshow and a small additional memory packet as well. It's worth stopping in, and I look forward to seeing you all.
Of course your child is also welcome to stay until dismissal :)
Thank you again! It was a great year, and I am going to miss your children.
Sincerely,
Ms. Moores
Wednesday, June 15, 2016
Friday!
Today was the last Wednesday of the year... I can honestly say that this year went by TOO fast! I guess I have to let them move on soon, but in the meantime we have lots left to do :)
Friday is our field trip to the Museum of Science and the kids are really looking forward to it.
Students will be eating their lunch at the museum, and will not be able to purchase items from the cafeteria. Please make sure your child comes to school with a bag lunch. I recommend that you send it in a labeled brown bag with disposable items inside. There isn't a place to store bags after lunch so your child will have to carry whatever they need to take home.
Students should not bring money for the gift shop and are not allowed to bring a camera on the trip due to school policy.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Friday is our field trip to the Museum of Science and the kids are really looking forward to it.
Students will be eating their lunch at the museum, and will not be able to purchase items from the cafeteria. Please make sure your child comes to school with a bag lunch. I recommend that you send it in a labeled brown bag with disposable items inside. There isn't a place to store bags after lunch so your child will have to carry whatever they need to take home.
Students should not bring money for the gift shop and are not allowed to bring a camera on the trip due to school policy.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
Friday, May 27, 2016
Important Camp Information
Hi Parents!
I can't believe it is already time to start getting ready for fifth grade camp. I have put together a checklist of suggested items that are helpful to have at camp. Please review these lists with students and help them prepare for this exciting week!
Students will be given their camp groups and schedule the Friday before camp. Let me know if you have any questions or concerns after reading this list.
What to wear: (Label Everything)
- · Dress for the weather, dress in layers, the mornings are typically cool and afternoons warm
- · Put sunscreen and bug spray on BEFORE leaving your house. (No bug spray is allowed at camp and it gets buggy in the woods.)
- · A hat if you want
- · Sneakers (You need these to go in the woods and play sports, wear them every day)
- · Sweatshirt (It can get cold in the woods)
What to bring: (Label everything)
- · Your lunch if you are bringing (Snack is provided to all students everyday, Lunch is provided to all students on Friday)
- · Water bottle
- · Your bathing suit every day (If you have swimming first block you should come wearing your swimsuit, a one piece suit is not required, but is recommended as students will wear them on the zip line.)
- · Towel (everyday)
- · Sandals/Flip Flops for water activities (Wear sneakers and change at camp)
- · Your schedule (I will give it to you Monday morning and you will keep it for the rest of the week.)
- · Plastic bag for your wet bathing suit and towel
- · Sunscreen (No sprays please)
- · A large bag to put your back pack in if it is raining (All belongings are kept outside and will get wet if it rain)
- A raincoat or poncho in case it rains. Keep one in your bag every day just in case.
- An extra sweatshirt in case one gets wet.
Things to remember:
- · You will travel to school the way you normally do and switch to a camp bus at Crisafulli. After you get off the camp bus find Ms. Moores to check in and get your badge. At the end of the day turn your badge back in to Ms. Moores. (This is how we do attendance so it is important to check in at )
- · Show respect to all teachers, peers, and parent volunteers at ALL TIMES. You all signed a behavior contract, please keep that in mind as you move from station to station.
- · Use water for drinking only; it is against camp rules to squirt water bottles at each other.
- · You will travel to activities with your group. You must stay with your group and adult leader at all times.
- · Get to know students from other schools who are traveling with you.
- · Raincoat (Everyday!)
Thursday, May 26, 2016
Classroom Update
Thank you for your consistency sending in all of the necessary forms. I know it can be overwhelming this time of year. At this point I have received ALL of the field trip forms and completion ceremony forms as well.
Today I will send home the lunch choices for field day. Please send that back as soon as you get a chance. It will be a busy and short week next week and then we are off to camp :) Keep watching the blog as I will be posting all of the "need to knows" for camp week very soon so that you can help prepare your child for a great week.
Upcoming Dates:
Today I will send home the lunch choices for field day. Please send that back as soon as you get a chance. It will be a busy and short week next week and then we are off to camp :) Keep watching the blog as I will be posting all of the "need to knows" for camp week very soon so that you can help prepare your child for a great week.
Upcoming Dates:
- Fifth grade play is next Friday June 3rd in the morning for student viewing and Saturday June 4th at 5:15 and 7:00pm. All Crisafulli families are welcome to attend the Saturday performances.
- 5th grade Human Growth and Development program is Friday June 3rd.
- 5th grade Camp is the week of June 6th - 10th. (Packing list to come home soon)
- Field Day is Monday June 13th. (Rain date Wed June 15th)
- MOS field trip Friday June 17th
- Completion Ceremony Tuesday June 21st at 9am
That's all for now folks, but I promise there will be more reminders soon :)
Thursday, May 12, 2016
Art, Technology, and Science, oh my!
Hi everyone,
The students are very excited about a project they have been working on in art class that combines their Scientific and Technology expertise as well. The projects are still a work in progress and will be updated with the edition of music during general music class, but I wanted to give you all a sneak peak at what they have done so far. You may need to have your child sign in to their google account if you are denied access.
Enjoy: The Moon's Phases
The students are very excited about a project they have been working on in art class that combines their Scientific and Technology expertise as well. The projects are still a work in progress and will be updated with the edition of music during general music class, but I wanted to give you all a sneak peak at what they have done so far. You may need to have your child sign in to their google account if you are denied access.
Enjoy: The Moon's Phases
Tuesday, May 10, 2016
A zillion forms.... AKA the Spring of 5th grade :)
Hi Folks!
I just wanted to touch base as there are many forms going home right now and it can be hard to keep track of all of them as well as the due dates:
1. Completion Ceremony T-shirt and 15 dollar donation is due on May 20th.
2. Field Trip Permission slip (both sides) and a 20 dollar donation is due on Wed May 25th.
If you plan to volunteer for the field trip or fifth grade camp there is still time to get your fingerprinting done. It is a one week turn around. If you have not gotten a CORI yet you have missed the window this year.
I will try to keep you updated on any other forms that are due.
I just wanted to touch base as there are many forms going home right now and it can be hard to keep track of all of them as well as the due dates:
1. Completion Ceremony T-shirt and 15 dollar donation is due on May 20th.
2. Field Trip Permission slip (both sides) and a 20 dollar donation is due on Wed May 25th.
If you plan to volunteer for the field trip or fifth grade camp there is still time to get your fingerprinting done. It is a one week turn around. If you have not gotten a CORI yet you have missed the window this year.
I will try to keep you updated on any other forms that are due.
Wednesday, April 27, 2016
A few reminders
Hi Everyone!
We are almost through our first round of PARCC. The kids have been great! They are working really hard and enjoying a week without homework :)
A few reminders:
1. Camp registration needs to be completed by this Friday April 29th. You can access the registration through this link: Camp Forms
2. Blanchard music selection for next year needs to be completed by all students. If you have not already done so you can register through this link: Blanchard
3. Students are bringing home their Science benchmark results today. No need to sign and return. Please feel free to contact me if you have any concerns.
4. Student book reports are due on Tuesday May 3rd. Students are responsible for a summary and project. There is more information under the homework link. Please contact me if there is any confusion.
Have a great end of the week!
We are almost through our first round of PARCC. The kids have been great! They are working really hard and enjoying a week without homework :)
A few reminders:
1. Camp registration needs to be completed by this Friday April 29th. You can access the registration through this link: Camp Forms
2. Blanchard music selection for next year needs to be completed by all students. If you have not already done so you can register through this link: Blanchard
3. Students are bringing home their Science benchmark results today. No need to sign and return. Please feel free to contact me if you have any concerns.
4. Student book reports are due on Tuesday May 3rd. Students are responsible for a summary and project. There is more information under the homework link. Please contact me if there is any confusion.
Have a great end of the week!
Thursday, April 14, 2016
Science Benchmark tomorrow
Just a reminder that the students will be taking their Science benchmark tomorrow on the Earth, Moon, and Stars. I have added a list of facts that seemed "rusty" during our review. Click on the Science tab to review these facts with your students.
Sunday, April 3, 2016
Only 2 more weeks till vacation!
Hi Parents,
I can't believe April vacation is in two weeks. We will be very busy during the next two weeks. Students will be taking their Science benchmark on the Sun, Moon and Stars as well as starting a new poetry unit.
Students recently finished working on Persuasive essays and are engaged in new Literature Circle books. All of the groups are reading Newbery Award winning books. Did your child tell you that we got a new class pet from the leprechauns? We went on quite the golden hunt to find it. We are still waiting to name it as we have not had a full class of kids in over a week. Let's hope that Spring is on its way and that everyone has recovered from the many sicknesses that are floating around.
Remember that your child should be working on a book report due the first week in May. When we return from vacation we will be starting Parcc ELA testing.
Lets hope we don't get too much snow tomorrow!
Ms. Moores
I can't believe April vacation is in two weeks. We will be very busy during the next two weeks. Students will be taking their Science benchmark on the Sun, Moon and Stars as well as starting a new poetry unit.
Students recently finished working on Persuasive essays and are engaged in new Literature Circle books. All of the groups are reading Newbery Award winning books. Did your child tell you that we got a new class pet from the leprechauns? We went on quite the golden hunt to find it. We are still waiting to name it as we have not had a full class of kids in over a week. Let's hope that Spring is on its way and that everyone has recovered from the many sicknesses that are floating around.
Remember that your child should be working on a book report due the first week in May. When we return from vacation we will be starting Parcc ELA testing.
Lets hope we don't get too much snow tomorrow!
Ms. Moores
Friday, March 11, 2016
A great week!!!
Hi Parents!
What a great week we all had. The schedule was a little crazy, but with this beautiful weather you couldn't help but be in a good mood. Thank you to all of the parents for taking the time to meet and discuss your child's progress. It was fun for me to share all of the wonderful progress your children are making this year. This is truly a remarkable class. Today during Team 105 meeting the students worked in pairs to write poetry that conveyed a theme. Here are just a few of the amazing poems they came up with:
What a great week we all had. The schedule was a little crazy, but with this beautiful weather you couldn't help but be in a good mood. Thank you to all of the parents for taking the time to meet and discuss your child's progress. It was fun for me to share all of the wonderful progress your children are making this year. This is truly a remarkable class. Today during Team 105 meeting the students worked in pairs to write poetry that conveyed a theme. Here are just a few of the amazing poems they came up with:
Theme: Life is about living to it's limits.
You can raise your hand and do much more
All you have to do is go to life's limits
Then you'll have the joy that you did it!
Trying something new may not always work,
But then you know what not to do.
Theme: Never tease people or you'll have no friends.
Once upon a time there was a little girl
She was nice and funny,
But too funny in all
At first she had a lot of friends
But soon there were no more.
She didn't understand
Teasing was the horror
Then she stopped being so mean
and teasing was a myth
Soon she had new nice friends
Ones she wouldn't have to miss.
Theme: Listen and you will learn.
Many have listened
Many have learned
Many grow stronger than they were before
Some have not listened
Some have not learned
Some have not grown stronger than they were before
Many have listened
Many have learned
Theme: Learn from your mistakes.
You made a silly mistake on your test, next time you should double check.
You killed a fish while reeling it in, next time don't use such a sharp pin.
You left the water running for a very long time, next time don't leave it on.
Mistakes happen do not scream
Now you also know our theme!
Theme: Respect People for who they are.
Billions of people everywhere
Few people really care
How we're all different
But that's ok, you are you and others are others
But all of us are really sisters and brothers.
Monday, March 7, 2016
Math Placement Meeting
Hi Parents!
Just a reminder if you are interested... Tonight at 6:30 at Crisafulli they will be having a math placement information meeting. It will answer questions on how placement is determined and the general differences between Standard and Accelerated programs.
Just a reminder if you are interested... Tonight at 6:30 at Crisafulli they will be having a math placement information meeting. It will answer questions on how placement is determined and the general differences between Standard and Accelerated programs.
Saturday, February 27, 2016
Reminder
Just a quick reminder that students have a quiz THIS Monday in Social Studies. Students should be studying the locations of the 13 original colonies. They have a map to study from as well as blank maps for practice.
Monday, February 22, 2016
Welcome Back
Hi Folks!
Welcome back after what was hopefully an enjoyable vacation week for all! I wanted to give you all a heads up that your children will all be coming home with a full binder today. Here is a list of some items you will want to be on the lookout for:
Welcome back after what was hopefully an enjoyable vacation week for all! I wanted to give you all a heads up that your children will all be coming home with a full binder today. Here is a list of some items you will want to be on the lookout for:
- Spring Conference Sign-ups (This is a first come first serve basis). If you have signed up for a conference for your lower elementary child please note that on the form.
- Early arrival information for the conference day
- 5th grade play update (If they are in it)
- Science Benchmark score
- STEM fair T-shirt (If your child is participating)
The Spring tends to get busy fast. I will try to keep you updated as often as possible.
Saturday, January 30, 2016
What a wonderful week...
We had a full uninterrupted week of school and it was wonderful. Lots of time for learning, socializing, and growing as a team.
We started our week off right with an extra gym block on Monday because the kids had earned their class incentive. The class incentive was started several weeks ago as a motivation to work together as a team. Whenever students get a compliment from a specialist or have a great learning block I throw a few pom poms in a jar. When the jar is filled the class can vote on and activity they would like to do together. This time they chose extra gym. I was amazed at how well they played together and chose games without arguing. This is truly an exceptional class when it comes to working together in a kind considerate way.
Literature Circle Discussions are really going well. The students have improved their ability to join in a group discussion respectfully and the conversations as I listen in are such high level. We are continuing our read aloud of " because of Mr. Terupt" and the students are still loving it. Many students are already talking about books 2 and 3 of the series.
On Friday we played some great team building games. Ask your child about the "match up" game, and solving the mystery of the Roanoke.
This coming week we will be taking our Earth Systems benchmark on Wednesday. Your child has several study materials. Visit the Science tab if you need help assisting them.
We started our week off right with an extra gym block on Monday because the kids had earned their class incentive. The class incentive was started several weeks ago as a motivation to work together as a team. Whenever students get a compliment from a specialist or have a great learning block I throw a few pom poms in a jar. When the jar is filled the class can vote on and activity they would like to do together. This time they chose extra gym. I was amazed at how well they played together and chose games without arguing. This is truly an exceptional class when it comes to working together in a kind considerate way.
Literature Circle Discussions are really going well. The students have improved their ability to join in a group discussion respectfully and the conversations as I listen in are such high level. We are continuing our read aloud of " because of Mr. Terupt" and the students are still loving it. Many students are already talking about books 2 and 3 of the series.
On Friday we played some great team building games. Ask your child about the "match up" game, and solving the mystery of the Roanoke.
This coming week we will be taking our Earth Systems benchmark on Wednesday. Your child has several study materials. Visit the Science tab if you need help assisting them.
Monday, January 18, 2016
Happy Martin Luther King Day!
Happy Martin Luther King Day!
I hope you are all enjoying your snowy day at home! I will see you all at school on Wednesday.
Remember your instruments if you participate in Band or Strings. Thursday we will have our author visit. Feel free to bring a book for him to sign. Students are all enjoying Because of Mr. Terupt, there are two sequels available.
* Parents please make sure to preview books prior to purchase. The next two books are about 6th and 7th grade and the content does move up.
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