Click here to view inventors congress entry form
Due January 5, 2009
Monday, December 22, 2008
Coborn Cancer Center Program
Hi staff,
I received an email about a program through Coborn Cancer Center to help children of cancer patients learn to identify and express the feelings that they are having during this difficult time in their lives. Children who are between the ages of 6-11 and have a parent or primary caregiver diagnosed with cancer are eligible to participate. If you have a student in your classroom in this situation you may want to view the attached flyer and consider talking to their parent about this program. The program begins January 8th, lasts 6 weeks, and is free of charge. Here is a link you can also share with parents for more information. http://www.centracare.com/specialty_centers/cancer/
Thanks and Happy Holidays! AM
AnneMary S. Wielkiewicz, EdS, NCSP
School Psychologist
annemary.wielkiewicz@isd47.org
awielkiewicz@bentonstearns.k12.mn.us
I received an email about a program through Coborn Cancer Center to help children of cancer patients learn to identify and express the feelings that they are having during this difficult time in their lives. Children who are between the ages of 6-11 and have a parent or primary caregiver diagnosed with cancer are eligible to participate. If you have a student in your classroom in this situation you may want to view the attached flyer and consider talking to their parent about this program. The program begins January 8th, lasts 6 weeks, and is free of charge. Here is a link you can also share with parents for more information. http://www.centracare.com/specialty_centers/cancer/
Thanks and Happy Holidays! AM
AnneMary S. Wielkiewicz, EdS, NCSP
School Psychologist
annemary.wielkiewicz@isd47.org
awielkiewicz@bentonstearns.k12.mn.us
Friday, December 19, 2008
News from the Art Room
Happy Holidays!
Some holiday "throw-aways" we'd love to have in the art room are: yarn, yarn, yarn, tissue paper, shoe boxes, ribbons, Christmas cards, wrapping paper rolls, toilet paper rolls - just about anything. I'm also in need of plastic grocery bags.
Thank you!
Some holiday "throw-aways" we'd love to have in the art room are: yarn, yarn, yarn, tissue paper, shoe boxes, ribbons, Christmas cards, wrapping paper rolls, toilet paper rolls - just about anything. I'm also in need of plastic grocery bags.
Thank you!
First Trimester Accelerated Reader Reward
Monday, December 22, students who earned at least 9 AR points will participate in the reward. Students have already signed up for either sledding or a movie. They may bring sleds and put them on the loading dock when they arrive in the morning. Their sled should be labeled with their first and last name. After sledding, sleds will be placed on the loading dock to be picked up at the end of the day.
*In the event of cold weather,(colder that 0 degrees WITH the WINDCHILL)all students earning the reward will watch the movie.
During the reward, students who didn't not earn enough AR points will be reading AR books to help them achieve their goal for second trimester (10 accumulate points from all tests with 80% or above accuracy).
On Monday morning, there will be a message left at 258-1950 stating whether we will or will not be going sledding.
*In the event of cold weather,(colder that 0 degrees WITH the WINDCHILL)all students earning the reward will watch the movie.
During the reward, students who didn't not earn enough AR points will be reading AR books to help them achieve their goal for second trimester (10 accumulate points from all tests with 80% or above accuracy).
On Monday morning, there will be a message left at 258-1950 stating whether we will or will not be going sledding.
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Please Check Your Reading Minute Total
This would be a good time to total your reading minutes for the month of December to see if you are going to reach your goal. Good luck!
Crossword Puzzle and PJ Day
We are changing our Crossword Puzzle and PJ Day to December 23rd. This is due to the fact that we will be sledding on December 22nd. Thanks!
Monday, December 15, 2008
Inventors Log pg11
Click here to view inventorslogpg11
Page 11 of 11... if you need to run a second copy. Each student has a copy, but I'm placing these on the blog in case they lose their first copy and want to work on it over the holiday break.
Page 11 of 11... if you need to run a second copy. Each student has a copy, but I'm placing these on the blog in case they lose their first copy and want to work on it over the holiday break.
Friday, December 12, 2008
First Trimester AR Sledding Party
On Monday, December 22nd the students that have earned nine AR points will have the option of going sledding at the high school or watching the movie, NIM's Island. We will leave for the high school at 10 AM and return at approximately high noon. The students may bring their own sled, as long as they drop the sled off at the back safety zone area before 7:50 AM. Bob will meet them their and will be instructing the kids to put their sleds in the trailer. Bob will be transporting the sleds up to the high school. We are asking that the students not bring their sleds on the bus in the morning or at the end of the day. Thanks you! Please put our name on your sled. The students that have not earned nine points will remain in the classroom with the opportunity to work toward meeting their second trimester goal.... 10 points.
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Inventors on the "Net"
Look under "Favorite Websites" for links to gain ideas and motivation for creating an invention. Just begin by browsing, absorbing, and basking in the creative spirit that exudes for the pages within:-)
These are the titles that will spark your interest. Remember, they are listed under "Favorite Websites". Enjoy!
These are the titles that will spark your interest. Remember, they are listed under "Favorite Websites". Enjoy!
Nifty Knitter Projects
We began our Nifty Knitter projects today. We are each going to make a hat and then the students may choose their own project in which to create. We are asking that each student bring in two skeins of yarn for their initial project. These make wonderful gifts and/or useful items for ourselves or someone else. Have fun with this project and enjoy it!
Tuesday, December 9, 2008
Inventing a Better Snowperson
Today, we learned about the importance of meeting a deadline, protecting your ideas, working in a group, and thinking creatively. Ask your child about our "Building a Better Snowpeson" activity. Keep thinking about what you are going to create as your invention. Enjoy!
P.S. Thank you Walz family for providing the TP!!!
Monday, December 8, 2008
Homework for December 10th- Interview two individuals to discover their favorite and least favorite inventions.
Remember to have someone sign your Greatest Inventor packet.
News From The Office - Report Cards
The office had difficulties printing the report cards. Therefore, all K-5 report cards will be sent home on Tuesday. Thank you for your patience!
Also...
Just wanted to let you all know that due to lack of participation, Sunrise Kids will be discontinued after Dec. 23rd. Dec. 23rd will be the final day for Sunrise Kids.
All students who have participated will be getting a letter regarding this situation.
Ellen Fuller
Pleasantview Elementary School
ellen.fuller@isd47.org
Also...
Just wanted to let you all know that due to lack of participation, Sunrise Kids will be discontinued after Dec. 23rd. Dec. 23rd will be the final day for Sunrise Kids.
All students who have participated will be getting a letter regarding this situation.
Ellen Fuller
Pleasantview Elementary School
ellen.fuller@isd47.org
Thursday, December 4, 2008
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
November Newsletter / Barnes and Noble Book Fair
The November newsletter is now available online at www.isd47.org
Please click on Calendar/News
Select Building Newsletters
Select Pleasantview
You will only receive a paper copy of the newsletter if you requested one.
Barnes & Noble Book Fair
Slide into Barnes and Noble between 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 4th for a cozy evening filled with books, children laughing and the aroma of fresh brewed coffee. Please come and listen to Mrs. Paasch, Mrs. Euteneuer, and Pleasantview Elementary teachers share their excitement about books by Laura Numeroff’s series of stories to children.
You might not recognize Laura Numeroff’s name but I’m sure you’ve heard of her books such as, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. Every thirty minutes, beginning at 4:30, a teacher will read one of the books from her series AND do an activity that corresponds to the story. A schedule of times and books will be posted on Mrs. Euteneuer’s website (http://www.isd47.org/~eutendea) under Book Fairs. Make sure you take some time to look at the great artwork produced by our own students that will be on display that evening. In addition, we will have a place for you to enter your Pleasantview students name for a drawing (prizes include an I Spy Spooky Mansion interactive game and delicious chocolate chunk cookies courtesy of Barnes & Noble).
Pleasantview will be earning money for new books as part of this event. Simply present a voucher at the cash register for any purchases and a percentage of the sale will be donated to our school. Vouchers will be sent home prior to the event and we will also be distributing them at Barnes & Noble that evening. You can also go the the district website www.isd47.org and print a voucher. You will find it located under Pleasantview What's happening. Vouchers will be accepted all day on December 4th or you can use the code to shop at Barnes & Noble online until December 9th so please feel free to give copies (of the voucher) to family and friends.
See you on December 4th!
Please click on Calendar/News
Select Building Newsletters
Select Pleasantview
You will only receive a paper copy of the newsletter if you requested one.
Barnes & Noble Book Fair
Slide into Barnes and Noble between 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, December 4th for a cozy evening filled with books, children laughing and the aroma of fresh brewed coffee. Please come and listen to Mrs. Paasch, Mrs. Euteneuer, and Pleasantview Elementary teachers share their excitement about books by Laura Numeroff’s series of stories to children.
You might not recognize Laura Numeroff’s name but I’m sure you’ve heard of her books such as, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. Every thirty minutes, beginning at 4:30, a teacher will read one of the books from her series AND do an activity that corresponds to the story. A schedule of times and books will be posted on Mrs. Euteneuer’s website (http://www.isd47.org/~eutendea) under Book Fairs. Make sure you take some time to look at the great artwork produced by our own students that will be on display that evening. In addition, we will have a place for you to enter your Pleasantview students name for a drawing (prizes include an I Spy Spooky Mansion interactive game and delicious chocolate chunk cookies courtesy of Barnes & Noble).
Pleasantview will be earning money for new books as part of this event. Simply present a voucher at the cash register for any purchases and a percentage of the sale will be donated to our school. Vouchers will be sent home prior to the event and we will also be distributing them at Barnes & Noble that evening. You can also go the the district website www.isd47.org and print a voucher. You will find it located under Pleasantview What's happening. Vouchers will be accepted all day on December 4th or you can use the code to shop at Barnes & Noble online until December 9th so please feel free to give copies (of the voucher) to family and friends.
See you on December 4th!
Memorize a Winter Poem
If you did not chose a poem from my selection, did not write your own, or have not found one in the library; here is another website for locating a poem http://www.canteach.ca/elementary/songspoems7.html Your poem needs to be chosen and approved by the end of the day on Friday.
Inventions A-Z
Here is the website for writing your report on an invention. Remember to include who, what, where, when, and why. Have fun with this project!
http://inventors.about.com/od/astartinventions/a/FamousInvention.htm
http://inventors.about.com/od/astartinventions/a/FamousInvention.htm
Tuesday, December 2, 2008
Winter Wonderland Day on December 19th
Remember that Winter Wonderland is on Dec. 19th. Wear red, green, white, and blue.
Monday, December 1, 2008
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Thank You Miss Sauk Rapids Princess Runner-Up
Thank you to Jen for visiting with our class and discussing her role as a representative of the Sauk Rapids Royalty. With all that we learned from Jen about the ins and outs of what it takes to become a candidate, I wouldn't be surprised if someday we didn't have someone from this year's fourth grade class representing Sauk Rapids in this capacity. Charisma, class, charm, speaking grace, eloquence, dedication, hard work, and a lot of patience are required to successfully compete for his honor. Congratulations, Jen! You're a wonderful representative and an inspiration for others!
December Reading Contract
Reading Contract
For December
I, _________________________ will read at home every day and will keep a log of my daily reading minutes in my agenda. My goal is to read _260_or_(_____)_ minutes for the month of December. The month of December can be a very busy month, so this month’s RM goal is a minimum of 20 minutes per school night.
My parents will check my reading minutes and sign my agenda at the end of every day. I will return it to school daily so my teacher can check it.
I understand that to be eligible for an end of the month reading reward, I must read, sign, and comply with the terms of this contract. We will be having a White Elephant Sale on Friday, December 19th and to be able to participate I must have met my reading goal by the early afternoon (12:10 PM) of Thursday, December 18th.
Also, I will need to take a minimum of ____ one___Accelerated Reading test and ___one___ read-aloud (teacher read aloud book) test by Thursday, December 18th with an accuracy rate of 80%. My reading range is ______________________________________________________________.
This month we will also need to memorize and recite one winter poem by ourselves or with a partner. This poem must be presented to the class by Friday, December 18th. We will be choosing a poem during the first week of December. Make sure to get your poem approved by your teacher on or before Friday, December 5th.
________________________
Student Signature
________________________
Parent Signature
________________________
Teacher Signature
Name of AR book___________________________________________________
Name of poem______________________________________________________
Note: Signed contracts are due back in school no later than ___December 5th___.
For December
I, _________________________ will read at home every day and will keep a log of my daily reading minutes in my agenda. My goal is to read _260_or_(_____)_ minutes for the month of December. The month of December can be a very busy month, so this month’s RM goal is a minimum of 20 minutes per school night.
My parents will check my reading minutes and sign my agenda at the end of every day. I will return it to school daily so my teacher can check it.
I understand that to be eligible for an end of the month reading reward, I must read, sign, and comply with the terms of this contract. We will be having a White Elephant Sale on Friday, December 19th and to be able to participate I must have met my reading goal by the early afternoon (12:10 PM) of Thursday, December 18th.
Also, I will need to take a minimum of ____ one___Accelerated Reading test and ___one___ read-aloud (teacher read aloud book) test by Thursday, December 18th with an accuracy rate of 80%. My reading range is ______________________________________________________________.
This month we will also need to memorize and recite one winter poem by ourselves or with a partner. This poem must be presented to the class by Friday, December 18th. We will be choosing a poem during the first week of December. Make sure to get your poem approved by your teacher on or before Friday, December 5th.
________________________
Student Signature
________________________
Parent Signature
________________________
Teacher Signature
Name of AR book___________________________________________________
Name of poem______________________________________________________
Note: Signed contracts are due back in school no later than ___December 5th___.
Friday, November 21, 2008
December Days Chosen By Our Activities Committee
December 2nd....Anniversary of the first artificial heart transplant... wear red and/or pink.
December 5th... Walt Disney's Birthday... Wear any Disney clothing and/or bring a stuffed Disney animal to school.
December 9th... The Computer Mouse was invented in 1968....wear yellow or bring something that represents a mouse or cheese.
December 15-19 Tell Someone They're Doing A Good Job Week...We will be writing letters to students in our class to thank them for their friendship and to show our appreciation for their efforts.
December 16th. Boston Tea Party: Anniversary... Wear a hat backwards in remembrance and to demonstrate our rebellion against the Red Coats.
December 22nd... First Crossword Puzzle Anniversary... it was recommended that crossword puzzles should be done during a time of relaxation therefore today will be PJ Day. Wear appropriate PJ's or a robe.
Enjoy!
December 5th... Walt Disney's Birthday... Wear any Disney clothing and/or bring a stuffed Disney animal to school.
December 9th... The Computer Mouse was invented in 1968....wear yellow or bring something that represents a mouse or cheese.
December 15-19 Tell Someone They're Doing A Good Job Week...We will be writing letters to students in our class to thank them for their friendship and to show our appreciation for their efforts.
December 16th. Boston Tea Party: Anniversary... Wear a hat backwards in remembrance and to demonstrate our rebellion against the Red Coats.
December 22nd... First Crossword Puzzle Anniversary... it was recommended that crossword puzzles should be done during a time of relaxation therefore today will be PJ Day. Wear appropriate PJ's or a robe.
Enjoy!
Citizenship Activity
Beginning on the eve of November 23rd our new citizenship/ responsibility at home sctivity will be to lay out our clothing the night before school (LOC). December can be a very busy month and being able to rise and shine, make our bed, and get organized effectively will make the days much more relaxing and enjoyable for us and for you. So, please remind your child to set our their attire the night before so they are organized and eager for the next day. Thanks!
White Elephant Sale
The permission slips for the W.E.S. were sent home today. Please ask your child about this event. The students do need to meet their November Reading Contract goal to participate.
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Forms
The Juice or Milk for Snack Break form for the second trimester was sent home today. It is due back on Tuesday, November 25th. Also, the permission slip for the November 25th field trip was sent home. This form requires a signature and a one dollar payment to cover the bussing expense. We will be attending the Science Fair at the Middle School. Thanks!
"I Know Who That is..."
This person has been to Florida. This person enjoys reading stories about the military. This person likes football, bowling, and running. This person has been to Paul Bunyan Land in Brainerd. This person is a Packers fan. This person sits in the front row. Do you know who this person may be? Good luck!
"I Know Who That is..."
This person likes to play guitar. This person is a SCSU fan. This person likes Tom Brady and the Pats. He also likes football in general. He has an older brother that was once in Mr. Krupa's class. Hmm, who could this be? Good luck!
"I Know Who That is..."
This person had a picture of her holding a snake on her poster. She loves to go horseback riding. She enjoys riding her bike, signing, and school. She loves to read. She likes the color teal. She has an older brother and a younger brother. She also has a parrot! Do you know this person's name?
"I Know Who That is..."
This person loves to swim and just got a new pool! This person enjoys playing soccer and reading books. This person 's favorite colors are green, purple, pink, yellow, pink, silver, and gold. This person likes many animals, especially zebras, giraffes, panda bears, and dolphins. This person likes snickers, Milk Duds, and Macaroni and Cheese. Do you know who this person may be?
"I Know Who That Is..."
This person has a lot of Pokemon cards. This person's favorite cards are of Piplup, Pikachu, Eevee, and Nidran. This person loves to cook and bake. This person enjoys ice cream and popcorn. THis person's favorite sports are basketball soccer, and swimming. This person also enjoys camping and swimming. This person has one brother. Do you know who this person is and do you have her crossed off of your Bingo Card, yet?
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Fluency/Comprehension
This week's F/C practice activity is entitled, " Kids In The Gold Fields". It is due on Friday. Enjoy!
Accelerated Reading Scores and Results
The Accelerated Reading scores were given out today. The students were asked to have their parents sign their score sheet and return it for tickets. Two things that we discussed were the fact that nine points are needed to be earned by next Tuesday with 80 percent accuracy to attend the sledding event and that two AR books must be passed at 80 percent accuracy to attend the White Elephant Sale. Keep reading!!!
Monday, November 17, 2008
"I Know Who That Is..."
This person had a dog.
This person shared her birthday with her brothers.
This person likes shopping.
This person likes to sing and do gymnastics.
Can you guess who this is?
This person shared her birthday with her brothers.
This person likes shopping.
This person likes to sing and do gymnastics.
Can you guess who this is?
"I Know Who That Is..."
This person wrote a book entitled, "And the Big One Got Away"..
This person has a birthday in December.
This person likes archery, fishing, and biking.
This person likes to read fiction and nonfiction including biographies, adventure, and realistic fiction.
This person likes to take photographs.
This person has 28 students in his class.
Can you guess who this is?
This person has a birthday in December.
This person likes archery, fishing, and biking.
This person likes to read fiction and nonfiction including biographies, adventure, and realistic fiction.
This person likes to take photographs.
This person has 28 students in his class.
Can you guess who this is?
"I Know Who That Is..."
This person likes Bart Simson
This person has a brother named Tim.
This person played soccer and likes to drive Go-Carts.
Can you guess who that is?
This person has a brother named Tim.
This person played soccer and likes to drive Go-Carts.
Can you guess who that is?
"I Know Who That Is..."
This person likes Hockey.
This person has been to Flordia a number of times.
This person likes Reggie Wayne.
This person plays Hockey.
Can you guess who that is?
This person has been to Flordia a number of times.
This person likes Reggie Wayne.
This person plays Hockey.
Can you guess who that is?
"I Know Who That Is..."
This person has a picture with another student in our class at the Science Museum.
This person has a pool and got lifted up and thrown very high!
This person got very muddy at a farm!
Can you guess who that is?
This person has a pool and got lifted up and thrown very high!
This person got very muddy at a farm!
Can you guess who that is?
Friday, November 14, 2008
"I Know Who That Is..."
This person went to Star Wars Part of the Science Museum.
This person also went to the US Olympic training center.
This person had a hamster named Nibbles.
This person has a picture of the person and a friend named Ali.
Can you guess who that is
This person also went to the US Olympic training center.
This person had a hamster named Nibbles.
This person has a picture of the person and a friend named Ali.
Can you guess who that is
"I Know Who That Is..!"
This person had their birthday advertised on the JumboTron at the Metrodome. This person's favorite baseball team is the Minnesota Twins. This person has been to the Minnesota State Fair, Benton County Fair, and is a member of the Cub Scouts. This person has two brothers and one sister. He enjoyed the movie, Ratatouille . Do you know who this person may be? Check them off on Bingo card!
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Dear Parents,
The Sauk Rapids City Council web site defines the city council as:
"The City Council, being the elected representatives of eh City of Sauk Rapids and charged with the responsibility of establishing policies for the operation and management of City affairs in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations are hereby created to establish a uniform and equitable system of personnel administration of CIty of Sauk Rapids personnel. CIty policy is amended automatically as may be mandated by State and Federal Laws."
But what does that mean?
As part of our Focus Friday activities, the fourth graders will be writing thank you letters to the city council members. We are asking you, as parents, to help your child come up with a list of what the city council does for our family in Sauk Rapids. Please discuss this issue with your child and help them identify and understand the functions and regulations that the Sauk Rapids City Council reviews and performs for its citizens. This task is due by Friday, November 14th.
Thank you!
The 4th Grade Teachers
The Sauk Rapids City Council web site defines the city council as:
"The City Council, being the elected representatives of eh City of Sauk Rapids and charged with the responsibility of establishing policies for the operation and management of City affairs in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations are hereby created to establish a uniform and equitable system of personnel administration of CIty of Sauk Rapids personnel. CIty policy is amended automatically as may be mandated by State and Federal Laws."
But what does that mean?
As part of our Focus Friday activities, the fourth graders will be writing thank you letters to the city council members. We are asking you, as parents, to help your child come up with a list of what the city council does for our family in Sauk Rapids. Please discuss this issue with your child and help them identify and understand the functions and regulations that the Sauk Rapids City Council reviews and performs for its citizens. This task is due by Friday, November 14th.
Thank you!
The 4th Grade Teachers
Social Studies Test
The Unit One Social Studies tests were corrected and returned. Ask your child about their results.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Student Work
Deer Hunting
By Noah
I like to deer hunt.
Make sure they have a big rack.
Deer hunting is cool!
Literature Study Groups- Adventure
Reading Fourth Grade Rats is student number 21, 7, 26, 16.
Reading There's An Owl In The Shower is student number 15, 24, 22.
Reading Anna, Grandpa, And The Big Storm is student number 2, 13, 5.
Reading Anna, Grandpa, And The Big Storm is student number 23, 25, 8.
Reading Robinson Crusoe is student number 6, 1, 12.
Reading A Lion To Guard Us is student number 17,18, 19
Reading Fish Face is student number 14, 3, 20.
Reading The Paint Brush is student number 27, 9, 11.
Reading Bessie Coleman is student number 4 and 10.
Reading There's An Owl In The Shower is student number 15, 24, 22.
Reading Anna, Grandpa, And The Big Storm is student number 2, 13, 5.
Reading Anna, Grandpa, And The Big Storm is student number 23, 25, 8.
Reading Robinson Crusoe is student number 6, 1, 12.
Reading A Lion To Guard Us is student number 17,18, 19
Reading Fish Face is student number 14, 3, 20.
Reading The Paint Brush is student number 27, 9, 11.
Reading Bessie Coleman is student number 4 and 10.
Current AR Books Being Read
Student one is reading Just A Dream
Student two is reading Over Sea Under Storm
Student three is reading Cam Jansen
Student four is reading Dragon War Horrible Harry
Student five is reading Bats
Student six reading the Grime Grotto
Student seven is reading The Journal Of Scott
Student eight is reading Utterly Me Clara Bean
Student nine is reading Trouble with Friends
Student ten is reading 100th Day of School
Student eleven is reading Halfway to the Sky
Student twelve is reading Charlie Bone
Student thirteen is reading Dog Song
Student fourteen is reading Halfway to the Sky
Student fifteen is reading Big Cats
Student sixteen is reading Nancy Drew
Student seventeen is reading Can Jansen
Student eighteen is reading The View From the Cherry Tree
Student nineteen is reading Ali Baba Bernstein
Student twenty is reading Dog Song
Student twenty-one is reading Here Comes Zelda Claus
Student twenty-two is reading Holes
Student twenty-three is reading Ramona Forever
Student twenty-four is reading Series of Unfortunate Events
Student twenty-five is reading Three Good Deeds
Student twenty-six is reading Lunch Money
Student twenty-seven is reading Cam Jansen
Student two is reading Over Sea Under Storm
Student three is reading Cam Jansen
Student four is reading Dragon War Horrible Harry
Student five is reading Bats
Student six reading the Grime Grotto
Student seven is reading The Journal Of Scott
Student eight is reading Utterly Me Clara Bean
Student nine is reading Trouble with Friends
Student ten is reading 100th Day of School
Student eleven is reading Halfway to the Sky
Student twelve is reading Charlie Bone
Student thirteen is reading Dog Song
Student fourteen is reading Halfway to the Sky
Student fifteen is reading Big Cats
Student sixteen is reading Nancy Drew
Student seventeen is reading Can Jansen
Student eighteen is reading The View From the Cherry Tree
Student nineteen is reading Ali Baba Bernstein
Student twenty is reading Dog Song
Student twenty-one is reading Here Comes Zelda Claus
Student twenty-two is reading Holes
Student twenty-three is reading Ramona Forever
Student twenty-four is reading Series of Unfortunate Events
Student twenty-five is reading Three Good Deeds
Student twenty-six is reading Lunch Money
Student twenty-seven is reading Cam Jansen
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
"I Know Who That Is..."
This person enjoys playing baseball and hopes to someday win an Olympic gold medal in swimming. This person has a sister that won a First Princess Award. This person told about their trip to Brainerd and their family's trip to the Black Hills. Do you know who this is and do you have them crossed out on your Bingo sheet? Good luck!
Student Work
Pumpkins
by
Madison
They are big and orange.
They sit on front steps glowing.
They have carved faces.
Fall
by
Zack
Fall is colorful.
Red, yellow, brown, green, and orange.
Are colors I see.
Football
by Anthony
The crisp Autumn air,
The football season starts now,
I run and tackle.
Deer
by
Tommy
As I shoot the deer,
I love all meat I'll get,
It is delicious.
by
Madison
They are big and orange.
They sit on front steps glowing.
They have carved faces.
Fall
by
Zack
Fall is colorful.
Red, yellow, brown, green, and orange.
Are colors I see.
Football
by Anthony
The crisp Autumn air,
The football season starts now,
I run and tackle.
Deer
by
Tommy
As I shoot the deer,
I love all meat I'll get,
It is delicious.
Monday, November 10, 2008
Thomas Jefferson and the Big Cheese
This week's fluency and comprehension assignment is about Thomas Jefferson and his gift. The questions focus on vocabulary. Remember to use your inferring skills!
"I Know Who That Is..."
You should be very close to having a Bingo!!!
This person had a huge tenth birthday cake with Bart Simpson on it. The person plays soccer and loves to go tubing on the lake. THis person enjoys cats. This person loves a thick, juicy T-bone steak. This person has an older brother that attends the fifth grade at PV. Also, this person has been to the WInter Carnival In St. Paul. Who is it? Good luck!
This person had a huge tenth birthday cake with Bart Simpson on it. The person plays soccer and loves to go tubing on the lake. THis person enjoys cats. This person loves a thick, juicy T-bone steak. This person has an older brother that attends the fifth grade at PV. Also, this person has been to the WInter Carnival In St. Paul. Who is it? Good luck!
End of the Trimester Reward
The end of the first trimester (November 25) is quickly approaching and we are very excited about our first Accelerated Reader (AR) reward party! We plan to take all of the fourth and fifth graders (who reach their goal) sledding at the SRR High School on Friday, December 5th . If we do not have any snow it will be postponed until we do have snow. In order for your child to attend this event they must earn nine (9) points by November 25th. Points only count if the student achieved 80% or above on the AR test. Again, points only count if the student achieved 80% or above on the AR test Students who do not reach their goal will stay at Pleasantview and work on earning AR points.
On Tuesday, students will total up their AR points that they have earned so far and calculate the number of points they still need to earn to attend this event. You may want to ask your child to show you their total point value. We will also we sending home the permission slip for this event. Be sure to sign their permission slip and have them return it before November 25th.
Thanks and happy sledding!
On Tuesday, students will total up their AR points that they have earned so far and calculate the number of points they still need to earn to attend this event. You may want to ask your child to show you their total point value. We will also we sending home the permission slip for this event. Be sure to sign their permission slip and have them return it before November 25th.
Thanks and happy sledding!
Notes From the Office
The 5th Grade Food Shelf project is well under way! Thanks for all of the items and dollars that have already been donated. This year, the items will be distributed to Pleasantview families. That has always been one of the great things about this project. We know that we are directly impacting the lives of some of our own families. If you have families that you think would benefit, please get those names to one of the fifth grade teachers.
Thanks again for your generosity and help!!
Sue Paasch, Principal
Thanks again for your generosity and help!!
Sue Paasch, Principal
Friday, November 7, 2008
" I Know Who That Is..."
This person has had several foster kids in their family. He has swam in the Atlantic Ocean. His brother drove a tractor. He likes to ride dirt bikes up and down his grandpa's driveway. He likes to go hunting, but has never shot a deer. Although, he has shot a squirrel. He likes the Minnesota Vikings and USC. Do you have a bingo, yet!
"I Know Who That Is..."
This person has an older brother named Michael. This person likes WebKinz and cats. She has visited Colorado several times. This person likes the Jonahs Brothers. Some of her goals in life include to read more, get good grades, become a singer, and go to college. She is eager to have lots of friends! Do you know who this person may be? Good luck!
Thursday, November 6, 2008
"I Know Who That Is..."
This person collects flags and WebKinz. This person has a Grandpa that likes to be humorous. This person enjoys tennis, making crafts, baking cookies, and playing the piano. This person likes butterflies and played soccer last summer. This person's dog is named Samie. This person has a sister that attends college. Do you think you know who this person may be? Here is one more clue, she collects rubber bouncy balls. Good luck!
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Veteran's Day Websites
Click on the Veterans Day website under the heading Favorite Websites for more information on Veteran's Day or type in this website. You may use these websites to finalize your rough drafts.
http://www1.va.gov/opa/feature/celebrate/vetday.asp
http://www1.va.gov/opa/feature/celebrate/vetday.asp
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
News From The Office
We are inviting family members of Pleasantview staff who are currently serving in the military or who have served in the military to attend a program in their honor to recognize them for serving our country. Letters were sent home with students on Monday, November 3rd. Extra letters are available upon request.
The program will be Friday, November 14th at 9:45 in the gym. Forms need to be returned to the office by Tuesday, November 11th.
The program will be Friday, November 14th at 9:45 in the gym. Forms need to be returned to the office by Tuesday, November 11th.
Dates to Remember...
November
5th Picture Retakes
6th Mr. Krupa absent in the morning - meeting
10th School Board Meeting 7:00
13th PTAC Meeting 7:00
14th Late Start/Focus Friday
10-14th AEW
24th Reading Contract Due - School Board Meeting 7:00
25th White Elephant Sale - End of 1st Trimester
26th Inservice Day
27th Happy Thanksgiving!!
November
5th Picture Retakes
6th Mr. Krupa absent in the morning - meeting
10th School Board Meeting 7:00
13th PTAC Meeting 7:00
14th Late Start/Focus Friday
10-14th AEW
24th Reading Contract Due - School Board Meeting 7:00
25th White Elephant Sale - End of 1st Trimester
26th Inservice Day
27th Happy Thanksgiving!!
November Reading Contract
Reading Contract
For November
I, _________________________ will read at home every day and will keep a log of my daily reading minutes in my agenda. My goal is to read ______________ minutes for the month of November (Minimum number of minutes is 360).
My parents will check my reading minutes and sign my agenda at the end of every day. I will return it to school daily so my teacher can check it, too.
I understand that to be eligible for an end of the month reading reward, I must read, sign, and comply with the terms of this contract. We will be having a White Elephant Sale on November 25th. We will be using the tickets that we have earned to purchase items that the students and teacher have brought in to sell.
I will also need to take _______ Accelerated Reading tests within my reading range ( minimum of two) by 12:50 PM on the afternoon of Monday, November 24th with an accuracy rate of 80%. Remember, as per the Literacy Committee, you can only take one AR test per day.
In addition to the reading requirements, I will need to complete a Veteran’s Day Essay by November 7th. These will be discussed and completed mostly in class.
My reading range is _____________________________.
________________________
Student Signature
________________________
Parent Signature
________________________
Teacher Signature
Note: Signed contracts are due back in school no later than November 6th.
NOVEMBER READING CONTRACT
THEME: THANKFULNESS
CHOOSE AT LEAST FIVE OF NINE TO COMPLETE
Write a short account of the sinking of the Edmond Fitzgerald. This website may help: http://www.ssefo.com/ click on 'Event Timeline'.
The weather is turning colder and it's time to put together your winter survival kit. Make a list of all the items your family needs to carry in their car in case of an emergency this winter.
Research a constellation. Illustrate the constellation and describe it on the back of your illustration. Remember to state when and where it can be seen. Use http://www.astro.wisc.edu/~dolan/constellations/
Write a letter to the newly elected president and tell him one thing that you would like him to accomplish during his four years in office. Use business letter format by referring to our Writer's Express book.
Name five things that the Pilgrims were thankful for and five comparable things that you are thankful for in your life.
List several safety tips that can be used during the hunting season. Use http://www.gamecalls.net/hunting tips/safetytips.html as a guide.
Create a Family Tree. Your Family Tree must go back three generations. The following website may be helpful or used as a template. http://presentationsoft.about.com/od/powerpoint2007/tp/family_tree_chart_templates.htm
November 18th is ' Funny Jokes' Day. Write down four respectable and appropriate jokes and be prepared to share at least two of them with the class.
Create a collage of things that you are thankful for and appreciate. Ask your teacher for poster paper, as this project will be displayed in the classroom.
For November
I, _________________________ will read at home every day and will keep a log of my daily reading minutes in my agenda. My goal is to read ______________ minutes for the month of November (Minimum number of minutes is 360).
My parents will check my reading minutes and sign my agenda at the end of every day. I will return it to school daily so my teacher can check it, too.
I understand that to be eligible for an end of the month reading reward, I must read, sign, and comply with the terms of this contract. We will be having a White Elephant Sale on November 25th. We will be using the tickets that we have earned to purchase items that the students and teacher have brought in to sell.
I will also need to take _______ Accelerated Reading tests within my reading range ( minimum of two) by 12:50 PM on the afternoon of Monday, November 24th with an accuracy rate of 80%. Remember, as per the Literacy Committee, you can only take one AR test per day.
In addition to the reading requirements, I will need to complete a Veteran’s Day Essay by November 7th. These will be discussed and completed mostly in class.
My reading range is _____________________________.
________________________
Student Signature
________________________
Parent Signature
________________________
Teacher Signature
Note: Signed contracts are due back in school no later than November 6th.
NOVEMBER READING CONTRACT
THEME: THANKFULNESS
CHOOSE AT LEAST FIVE OF NINE TO COMPLETE
Write a short account of the sinking of the Edmond Fitzgerald. This website may help: http://www.ssefo.com/ click on 'Event Timeline'.
The weather is turning colder and it's time to put together your winter survival kit. Make a list of all the items your family needs to carry in their car in case of an emergency this winter.
Research a constellation. Illustrate the constellation and describe it on the back of your illustration. Remember to state when and where it can be seen. Use http://www.astro.wisc.edu/~dolan/constellations/
Write a letter to the newly elected president and tell him one thing that you would like him to accomplish during his four years in office. Use business letter format by referring to our Writer's Express book.
Name five things that the Pilgrims were thankful for and five comparable things that you are thankful for in your life.
List several safety tips that can be used during the hunting season. Use http://www.gamecalls.net/hunting tips/safetytips.html as a guide.
Create a Family Tree. Your Family Tree must go back three generations. The following website may be helpful or used as a template. http://presentationsoft.about.com/od/powerpoint2007/tp/family_tree_chart_templates.htm
November 18th is ' Funny Jokes' Day. Write down four respectable and appropriate jokes and be prepared to share at least two of them with the class.
Create a collage of things that you are thankful for and appreciate. Ask your teacher for poster paper, as this project will be displayed in the classroom.
Monday, November 3, 2008
I Know Who That Is!
Do you have a bingo, yet? Here is another Mystery Person entry... good luck!
This person wants to someday own their own bakery shop. This person helped us create the ghost cups and brought in the rubber stamp activity. Their poster had a very unique and creative apron with two spoons on it. This person brought in a large amount of milk lids, soup labels, and milk lids. Do you think you know who it is? Cross them off on our Bingo card!
This person wants to someday own their own bakery shop. This person helped us create the ghost cups and brought in the rubber stamp activity. Their poster had a very unique and creative apron with two spoons on it. This person brought in a large amount of milk lids, soup labels, and milk lids. Do you think you know who it is? Cross them off on our Bingo card!
November Reading Contract
The Reading Contract should be viewed, discussed, signed, and returned by Thursday. Enjoy!
Unit Four Spelling Parent Letter
The Unit Four Spelling Parent letter was sent home today. It should be signed and returned on or before Wednesday.
Friday, October 31, 2008
Thursday, October 30, 2008
Spelling Tests
The Unit Three Spelling Tests were graded and returned today. If your child shows it to you and they return it on Friday, they will earn one ticket for the Halloween Auction. Double check to see if they placed their misspelled words in their agenda. Thanks!
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Picture Retakes
On Wednesday, November 5th, Lifetouch will be here for picture retakes.
Classroom teachers please make sure your students know the following:
If you had a child absent on the original picture date, please send them down to pick up a flyer.
Students who ordered packages, and wish to have retakes, need to bring the package they already received to the camera with them.
If you have any questions, please let me know.
Ellen Fuller
Pleasantview Elementary School
Classroom teachers please make sure your students know the following:
If you had a child absent on the original picture date, please send them down to pick up a flyer.
Students who ordered packages, and wish to have retakes, need to bring the package they already received to the camera with them.
If you have any questions, please let me know.
Ellen Fuller
Pleasantview Elementary School
Signed Contract
Please, please, please be sure to have your parents sign the back of your Reading Contract five times and at least once on the front. Then return it on or before Friday, October 31st. Also, make sure your Reading minutes total a minimum of 400 minutes and are signed by a parent.
The Committee Has Spoken
Our classroom Activities Committee has chosen Friday as Black and Orange Day. The students are being asked to dress in black and orange for Halloween. Also, the students may bring a flashlight on Friday as we are going to share our scary stories in the dark. The students are also being asked to bring a wrapped treat (bag of candy) for our Black Cauldron/Reading Contract Celebration. We gave several suggestions of what they could bring in class today. Examples: Black licorice representing intestines, gummy worms as veins, red licorice as arteries, gummy bones as bones, candy corn as teeth, sugar babies as boggers (that's just gross), and M&M's as witch's warts. If you are feeling creative and want to make a change in your chosen item, go ahead. Just make sure it is a wrapped treat or is purchased in a factory sealed package. Enjoy and thanks!
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Lots of Information
Be sure to click on "Older Posts" to view all of this week's information. The Zoom Books took up a lot of space and many entries were pushed to the second and third page. Enjoy!
P.S. Keep working on your Reading Contract and be sure to have your parents sign at least five cells on the back!
P.S. Keep working on your Reading Contract and be sure to have your parents sign at least five cells on the back!
Weekly Fluency and Comprehension Activity
This week's homework from Building Reading Comprehension and Fluency is entitled, " And You Think Your Mom is Strict!" and it is due on Friday. It's a little compare and contrast activity to help us appreciate the 21st century.
The following letter has been reprinted from a previous week...
Reading well is a key to success in school, on state and national tests, and in life in general. We would like to invite you to help us to help your child become a better reader. It's simple. All you have to do is help your child with one short. homework assignment each week.
Each Monday, your child will have a short reading homework assignment that asks your to listen to him or her read out loud and answer a couple of easy questions. Included in the brief instructions will be a hint, or tip, that hou can use to help your child with the assignment.
That's all there is to it!
You will have all week to complete the assignment and your child will get credit for doing the work. Just sign at the bottom indicating that you did, indeed, listen to your child child read out loud and help him of her with the questions.
Please contact us if you have any questions concerning this project. The first lesson is attached and is due back by Friday. Thanks for all your assistance in making your child be the very best student he or she can be!
Sincerely,
The 4th Grade Teachers
The following letter has been reprinted from a previous week...
Reading well is a key to success in school, on state and national tests, and in life in general. We would like to invite you to help us to help your child become a better reader. It's simple. All you have to do is help your child with one short. homework assignment each week.
Each Monday, your child will have a short reading homework assignment that asks your to listen to him or her read out loud and answer a couple of easy questions. Included in the brief instructions will be a hint, or tip, that hou can use to help your child with the assignment.
That's all there is to it!
You will have all week to complete the assignment and your child will get credit for doing the work. Just sign at the bottom indicating that you did, indeed, listen to your child child read out loud and help him of her with the questions.
Please contact us if you have any questions concerning this project. The first lesson is attached and is due back by Friday. Thanks for all your assistance in making your child be the very best student he or she can be!
Sincerely,
The 4th Grade Teachers
Note From the Principal to All
Please remind your students once again that they need to wear their coats and whatever else they brought with them when they go down for lunch. Apparently, many of them wanted to leave the lunchroom to go back and get coats and other things after eating lunch before going outside. I told the lunchroom supervisors that students should not be allowed to go back because they have been told to bring all of their stuff with them.
Also, could you please talk to your classes about eating at lunchtime. We have a group of students, that seems to be growing, of students who are not bringing a lunch and are not taking a hot lunch. They have refused to go through the line. Please remind them that unless we have a note from their parents letting us know that they don't need to eat lunch, the expectation will be that they eat either a cold or hot lunch.
Thanks for your help!
Sue Paasch, Principal
Also, could you please talk to your classes about eating at lunchtime. We have a group of students, that seems to be growing, of students who are not bringing a lunch and are not taking a hot lunch. They have refused to go through the line. Please remind them that unless we have a note from their parents letting us know that they don't need to eat lunch, the expectation will be that they eat either a cold or hot lunch.
Thanks for your help!
Sue Paasch, Principal
"I Know Who That Is!"
Do you have a bingo, yet? Here is another Mystery Person entry... good luck!
This person hopes to someday own a camouflage Benelli Shotgun. He is looking forward to going deer hunting with his dad. He likes to wear FOX clothing and DC shoes. He owns a PSP- 3 and often participates in Motor Cross with Ben. He enjoys swimming at the lake, hunting, skate boarding, and bike riding. He loves steak and potatoes, with corn, fruit, and jello. Pickles are just fine, too! He has a picture of a huge deer harvested in Iowa taped inside his desk. Any ideas? Make your guess on your spreadsheet and come see me when you have a bingo!
This person hopes to someday own a camouflage Benelli Shotgun. He is looking forward to going deer hunting with his dad. He likes to wear FOX clothing and DC shoes. He owns a PSP- 3 and often participates in Motor Cross with Ben. He enjoys swimming at the lake, hunting, skate boarding, and bike riding. He loves steak and potatoes, with corn, fruit, and jello. Pickles are just fine, too! He has a picture of a huge deer harvested in Iowa taped inside his desk. Any ideas? Make your guess on your spreadsheet and come see me when you have a bingo!
"I Know Who That Is!"
Our next Mystery Person is......guess who?
I like to play soccer and go swinging. I had a picture of two Northerns I caught while fishing on my poster. I love ice cream! My favorite colors are purple, pink, silver, gold, gray, and black. I can't wait to go back to Gooseberry Falls! My favorite animals are cats, dogs, brown trout, piglets, and bunnies. I added a picture of Zac to my poster. Who am I? Good luck!
I like to play soccer and go swinging. I had a picture of two Northerns I caught while fishing on my poster. I love ice cream! My favorite colors are purple, pink, silver, gold, gray, and black. I can't wait to go back to Gooseberry Falls! My favorite animals are cats, dogs, brown trout, piglets, and bunnies. I added a picture of Zac to my poster. Who am I? Good luck!
"I Know Who That Is!"
Here is our next Mystery Person!
One of my favorite interests is sports. My first story was about Tommy, the Haunted Hay Ride, and Me. My Zoom Book included things associated with football. My poster had a picture of a Sauk Rapids football player on it. My poster also had a giant red M&M on it. In our classroom I have an eraser named Bobby. The first fish I ever caught was a 27 inch Northern. My dog's name is Nala and I like to go pheasant hunting. Someday, I'll be driving a blue Chevy Silverado. Who am I? Good Luck!
One of my favorite interests is sports. My first story was about Tommy, the Haunted Hay Ride, and Me. My Zoom Book included things associated with football. My poster had a picture of a Sauk Rapids football player on it. My poster also had a giant red M&M on it. In our classroom I have an eraser named Bobby. The first fish I ever caught was a 27 inch Northern. My dog's name is Nala and I like to go pheasant hunting. Someday, I'll be driving a blue Chevy Silverado. Who am I? Good Luck!
Halloween Story
Yesterday, we brainstormed several plot, setting, and character ideas for our short scary story. Today, we read the beginning of two scary stories and began organizing our story webs for the scary story. These short scary stories are due on Friday. We also continued to discuss our two letters that are due on Friday. The first letter will be written to a friend and needs to include five safety tips for Trick-or- Treating on Halloween night. The second letter should be written to Mr. Krupa and should advise him of several Halloween decoration ideas. Feel free to add suggestions, corrections, or ideas to your child's writing.
Monday, October 27, 2008
Fundraiser Pick Up!!
Please pick up your fundraiser orders in the gym on Tuesday, October 28th from 2:10 - 5:30
Thank you for all your hard work!!
PTAC
Thank you for all your hard work!!
PTAC
Carpooling
Dear Pleasantview Families,
We have a family that is interested in carpooling to Pleasantview and the Middle School. This family lives south of St. Cloud, County Rd 8. If you live in this area and would like to explore carpooling with another family, please call the Pleasantview office and we will pass the information along.
Thank you!
Sue Paasch, Principal
Pleasantview Elementary School
1009 6th Ave. North
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
320-253-0506
We have a family that is interested in carpooling to Pleasantview and the Middle School. This family lives south of St. Cloud, County Rd 8. If you live in this area and would like to explore carpooling with another family, please call the Pleasantview office and we will pass the information along.
Thank you!
Sue Paasch, Principal
Pleasantview Elementary School
1009 6th Ave. North
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
320-253-0506
Commercial Groups Selected
Commercial Groups
Book Fair
Ally, Erica, and Anthony
Cabin Fever
Madison, Steph, Tayler, and Zack
Carnival
Derek, Lizzie, Tanner, and Kyle
AAA
Alyssa, Courtney, Mikayla, and Mitchel
Food Shelf
Noah, Tommy, Kyler, and Areyanna
Walk 4 Life
Lauren, Samantha, Josh, Michaela
Field Day
Nick, Ben, Savannah, and Dylan
Book Fair
Ally, Erica, and Anthony
Cabin Fever
Madison, Steph, Tayler, and Zack
Carnival
Derek, Lizzie, Tanner, and Kyle
AAA
Alyssa, Courtney, Mikayla, and Mitchel
Food Shelf
Noah, Tommy, Kyler, and Areyanna
Walk 4 Life
Lauren, Samantha, Josh, Michaela
Field Day
Nick, Ben, Savannah, and Dylan
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Friday, October 24, 2008
It's the Dry Weather Season in our Building
You may want to send your child to school with Chapstick. It's that time of year, again!
Stay warm!
Stay warm!
Remember to complete five of the following nine items, 400 minutes, two Haiku poems, three AR tests within your reading range, and one visual..
Remember to complete five of the following nine items. Have your mom, dad, or grandparent initial each item on your photocopies RC. Don't forget to return the contract on or before October 31st.
List below the name, address, and phone number of three places where you and I could buy a costume for Halloween.
Create an Autumn Crossword. You may use this web site to assist you or devise your own template http://www.crosswordpuzzlegames.com/create.html
Write a Fall / Autumn poem.
Research Halloween on the internet or in a different resource format. Find out how this event began.
Research chlorophyll and discuss with your parents how it effects the changing color of a leaf.
Create an October Word Search. You may use this web site to assist you or devise your own word search http://teachers.teach-nology.com/web_tools/word_search/
Create a spooky Thumb Body cartoon with captions.
Also.....
Reading Contract
For October
I, _________________________ will read at home every day and will keep a log of my daily reading minutes in my agenda. My goal is to read ____400_______ minutes for the month of October.
My parents will check my reading minutes and sign my agenda at the end of every day. I will return it to school daily so my teacher can check it.
I understand that to be eligible for an end of the month Fall Festival / Black Cauldron Reading Celebration, I must read, sign, and comply with the terms of this contract.
Also, I will need to take a minimum of ____three or four____Accelerated Reading tests by Friday, October 31st with an accuracy rate of 80%. My reading range is _____________________________.
In addition, I will need to successfully complete five of the nine tasks listed on the back of this contract. My parents will place their initials next to the listed task after I have completed it.
Finally, I will need to create two Haiku poems centered around the theme of October. These Haiku poems must be accompanied with a visual display that can be put up in the classroom so I can verbally share them with my classmates and teacher.
________________________
Student Signature
________________________
Parent Signature
________________________
Teacher Signature
Note: Signed contracts are due back in school no later than ____October 7th____.
Please return your contract and I’ll photocopy it and give it right back to you.
Write down the words to a Fall song. This web site may help: http://bussongs.com
Read a news article about a local Fall event. Discuss it with your parent(s).
List below the name, address, and phone number of three places where you and I could buy a costume for Halloween.
Create an Autumn Crossword. You may use this web site to assist you or devise your own template http://www.crosswordpuzzlegames.com/create.html
Write a Fall / Autumn poem.
Research Halloween on the internet or in a different resource format. Find out how this event began.
Research chlorophyll and discuss with your parents how it effects the changing color of a leaf.
Create an October Word Search. You may use this web site to assist you or devise your own word search http://teachers.teach-nology.com/web_tools/word_search/
Create a spooky Thumb Body cartoon with captions.
Also.....
Reading Contract
For October
I, _________________________ will read at home every day and will keep a log of my daily reading minutes in my agenda. My goal is to read ____400_______ minutes for the month of October.
My parents will check my reading minutes and sign my agenda at the end of every day. I will return it to school daily so my teacher can check it.
I understand that to be eligible for an end of the month Fall Festival / Black Cauldron Reading Celebration, I must read, sign, and comply with the terms of this contract.
Also, I will need to take a minimum of ____three or four____Accelerated Reading tests by Friday, October 31st with an accuracy rate of 80%. My reading range is _____________________________.
In addition, I will need to successfully complete five of the nine tasks listed on the back of this contract. My parents will place their initials next to the listed task after I have completed it.
Finally, I will need to create two Haiku poems centered around the theme of October. These Haiku poems must be accompanied with a visual display that can be put up in the classroom so I can verbally share them with my classmates and teacher.
________________________
Student Signature
________________________
Parent Signature
________________________
Teacher Signature
Note: Signed contracts are due back in school no later than ____October 7th____.
Please return your contract and I’ll photocopy it and give it right back to you.
Write down the words to a Fall song. This web site may help: http://bussongs.com
Read a news article about a local Fall event. Discuss it with your parent(s).
"I Know Who That Is!"
Here is our next mystery person to identify... good luck!
This person likes Brett Favre. Enjoys watermelon, corn, and ice-cream cone cakes. Often visits Nelson's Farm. Loves to go shopping for clothes and has a twin sister. Hmm, I think that was a huge hint!!! Finally, this person enjoys football, baseball, tennis, soccer, and camping. Who is this mystery person. Remember to mark them off of your bingo card. Good luck!
Stay warm on Sunday and continue to work on your Reading Contract....due Friday at 8 AM
This person likes Brett Favre. Enjoys watermelon, corn, and ice-cream cone cakes. Often visits Nelson's Farm. Loves to go shopping for clothes and has a twin sister. Hmm, I think that was a huge hint!!! Finally, this person enjoys football, baseball, tennis, soccer, and camping. Who is this mystery person. Remember to mark them off of your bingo card. Good luck!
Stay warm on Sunday and continue to work on your Reading Contract....due Friday at 8 AM
Thursday, October 23, 2008
AR Reports
The Accelerated Reading reports were sent home today. The students may earn five tickets for returning them signed by Tuesday, October 28th. Just a reminder that they need to read three or four AR books (per Reading Contract and within their Reading Range) and pass the AR tests with at least 80% accuracy. A Taste of Blackberries packets and test should be completed by Friday. Look on your child's AR report to see if they have taken the test and passed.
Landform Booklets
The Landform Books are due on Monday, October 27th. The Landform test will be given on Friday, October 24th. The students may use their landform packet and worksheet to study for the test.
Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Friends by a student in our class
Friends
One day a girl named Kaylee was going to move from New York to California. She was going to miss all her friends. She thought about it when they were packing.
She had a two-year old sister, a thirteen-year old brother, a mom, and a dad. They were moving in five days. Her mom and dad grew up in California, her brother wanted to enjoy the warm weather, and her sister had no idea. Kaylee didn’t want to move but she had no choice. Five days later they were on a plane to California.
Once they were there they got in the car and drove to their new home. It looked like their old home. Kaylee went inside to check things out. When she got to a room she looked inside. Kaylee liked it. She ran outside and yelled, “I call the first room on the right!”
Logan, her brother, called, “No you don’t!” But Dawn, her two-year old sister, toddled inside and found the room.
“I’ll race you!” said Logan. They ran inside but, when they got there, Dawn was in the room.
“I guess Dawn gets the room”, Logan said. “Yeah, I guess so”, said Kaylee.
Once they got moved in, Kaylee started school. She was in Mr. Jacobson’s class. She sat next to Alex and Leah. One day while at school, Mr. Jacobson asked everyone the names of their friends. When he got to Kaylee, she said she didn’t have any friends.
But then Alex said, “I’ll be your friend.” So they moved on.
Before lunch, Mr. Jacobson said the school would be having a spelling bee. Spelling was Kaylee’s best subject. At recess, she played with Alex and Leah. Kaylee would play with them. Leah would go to the swings or the slide. Kaylee and Alex would follow her. By the end of the day, Kaylee thought Leah did not like her. It was true. Leah only wanted one friend. When Kaylee got home, she asked her mom if the same thing happened to her. Her mom said, “No.”
Three days later, the spelling bee was on. Kaylee was excited. Unfortunately, Leah was the best speller in the class. The spelling bee started. It finally came down to three people: Cole, Leah, and Kaylee.
The word was dictionary. It was Cole’s turn. He went up and spelled it.
“Dictionary,” he said “D-i-c-i-o-n-a-r-y Dictionary.”
“I am sorry that is not correct,” Mrs. Honey said. Then Leah went up “Dictionary,” she said. “ D-i-c-t-i-o-n-r-a-y Dictionary,”
“I’m sorry that’s not correct.” Mrs. Honey said. “If you spell “dictionary” correct you will win a pizza party for your class.” Kaylee went up and spelled it right. They won a pizza party!
After they had the pizza, Alex handed out invitations for her birthday. It was a sleepover. When Kaylee got home she asked if she could go and got permission. It was the day of the sleepover birthday party. Kaylee got Alex a Webkinz™. When it was time to open presents Kaylee went first. Alex opened her gift and loved it. Then Leah went. She got Alex two Webkinz™. After a while the girls got in their sleeping bags. Alex was the first one to fall asleep. Then Leah said “I’m sorry I didn’t play with you at recess. I thought you could only have one friend.”
“It’s okay,” Kaylee said. “I’m sorry I beat you at the spelling bee.”
“That’s okay,” Leah said. “Friends.”
“Friends,” said Kaylee.
On Monday Leah said to Alex, “Kaylee and I are friends.”
“That’s good,” said Alex. “I really hoped that you would get along. Now I don’t have to worry about it any more.” They all laughed. As soon as Kaylee got home she told her mom and dad. She told Logan and Dawn even though she would not understand.
THE END
One day a girl named Kaylee was going to move from New York to California. She was going to miss all her friends. She thought about it when they were packing.
She had a two-year old sister, a thirteen-year old brother, a mom, and a dad. They were moving in five days. Her mom and dad grew up in California, her brother wanted to enjoy the warm weather, and her sister had no idea. Kaylee didn’t want to move but she had no choice. Five days later they were on a plane to California.
Once they were there they got in the car and drove to their new home. It looked like their old home. Kaylee went inside to check things out. When she got to a room she looked inside. Kaylee liked it. She ran outside and yelled, “I call the first room on the right!”
Logan, her brother, called, “No you don’t!” But Dawn, her two-year old sister, toddled inside and found the room.
“I’ll race you!” said Logan. They ran inside but, when they got there, Dawn was in the room.
“I guess Dawn gets the room”, Logan said. “Yeah, I guess so”, said Kaylee.
Once they got moved in, Kaylee started school. She was in Mr. Jacobson’s class. She sat next to Alex and Leah. One day while at school, Mr. Jacobson asked everyone the names of their friends. When he got to Kaylee, she said she didn’t have any friends.
But then Alex said, “I’ll be your friend.” So they moved on.
Before lunch, Mr. Jacobson said the school would be having a spelling bee. Spelling was Kaylee’s best subject. At recess, she played with Alex and Leah. Kaylee would play with them. Leah would go to the swings or the slide. Kaylee and Alex would follow her. By the end of the day, Kaylee thought Leah did not like her. It was true. Leah only wanted one friend. When Kaylee got home, she asked her mom if the same thing happened to her. Her mom said, “No.”
Three days later, the spelling bee was on. Kaylee was excited. Unfortunately, Leah was the best speller in the class. The spelling bee started. It finally came down to three people: Cole, Leah, and Kaylee.
The word was dictionary. It was Cole’s turn. He went up and spelled it.
“Dictionary,” he said “D-i-c-i-o-n-a-r-y Dictionary.”
“I am sorry that is not correct,” Mrs. Honey said. Then Leah went up “Dictionary,” she said. “ D-i-c-t-i-o-n-r-a-y Dictionary,”
“I’m sorry that’s not correct.” Mrs. Honey said. “If you spell “dictionary” correct you will win a pizza party for your class.” Kaylee went up and spelled it right. They won a pizza party!
After they had the pizza, Alex handed out invitations for her birthday. It was a sleepover. When Kaylee got home she asked if she could go and got permission. It was the day of the sleepover birthday party. Kaylee got Alex a Webkinz™. When it was time to open presents Kaylee went first. Alex opened her gift and loved it. Then Leah went. She got Alex two Webkinz™. After a while the girls got in their sleeping bags. Alex was the first one to fall asleep. Then Leah said “I’m sorry I didn’t play with you at recess. I thought you could only have one friend.”
“It’s okay,” Kaylee said. “I’m sorry I beat you at the spelling bee.”
“That’s okay,” Leah said. “Friends.”
“Friends,” said Kaylee.
On Monday Leah said to Alex, “Kaylee and I are friends.”
“That’s good,” said Alex. “I really hoped that you would get along. Now I don’t have to worry about it any more.” They all laughed. As soon as Kaylee got home she told her mom and dad. She told Logan and Dawn even though she would not understand.
THE END
"I Know Who That Is!"
Here are the clues to identifying our first mystery person.
This person went to Disneyland in 2005. This person has a brother that is in the fifth grade. This person once owned a black dog, but now has two black and white cats. This person enjoys playing Wii Bowling. This person has four people in their family and they all enjoy boating. This person also enjoys reading and singing in their free time. Who is this person? If you think you know, you may cross their name off of your bingo card. Good luck!
This person went to Disneyland in 2005. This person has a brother that is in the fifth grade. This person once owned a black dog, but now has two black and white cats. This person enjoys playing Wii Bowling. This person has four people in their family and they all enjoy boating. This person also enjoys reading and singing in their free time. Who is this person? If you think you know, you may cross their name off of your bingo card. Good luck!
A Small Piece of our Commercial Discussions.
Name the Product
Directions: What products do these symbols or slogans stand for?
"Betcha' can't eat just one."
"Just do it."
Golden arches
"Where's your mustache?"
Swoosh symbol
"Have it your way."
"Snap, Crackle, and Pop"
"Do the Dew."
"It's not delivery, its..."
"I'm lovin' it."
"Think outside the bun."
"Must see TV."
"NIck is for kids."
"They're G-r-r-reat!"
"Better Ingredients. Better Pizza"
Name three things that commercials are intended to do for the viewers.
Directions: What products do these symbols or slogans stand for?
"Betcha' can't eat just one."
"Just do it."
Golden arches
"Where's your mustache?"
Swoosh symbol
"Have it your way."
"Snap, Crackle, and Pop"
"Do the Dew."
"It's not delivery, its..."
"I'm lovin' it."
"Think outside the bun."
"Must see TV."
"NIck is for kids."
"They're G-r-r-reat!"
"Better Ingredients. Better Pizza"
Name three things that commercials are intended to do for the viewers.
Correlation
Relate several experiences in your life to this story and make a correlation to it. In other words, make a connection to the authors thoughts and ideas that she is trying to convey to the reader. Explain in detail how your experiences remind you of the experiences of the main characters in this story. For example, have you and a friend ever learned how to do something fun together, like Jamie and the main character learning Morse code?
More Questions to Discuss
How did you feel when you read that Jamie was dead?
Why do you think the author has not told the reader the main character’s first name?
Why do you think the author has not told the reader the main character’s first name?
Questions to Discuss
How many times did Jamie get stung by a bee? What emotions do you think Jaime experienced when he saw the bees emerge from the ground? How would you have reacted if the bees were about to swarm around you?
How do you think the main character’s mom should tell the main character the sad news?
How would you want to be told?
How do you think the main character’s mom should tell the main character the sad news?
How would you want to be told?
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Zoom Books
The Zoom Books have been graded and returned to the students. There were some very creative ideas! Please have your child show you his or her book and grade.
Friday, October 24th
The kids council has chosen this Friday as Sports Day. Wear your jerseys, sweatshirts or any other comfy clothes you have to support your favorite team.
Monday, October 20, 2008
Unit Three Math Family Letter
The Unit Three Math Family Letter was sent home today in my math class. Our homework included Study Link 3.1 and 3.2 (which was printed on the back, but not labeled). Journal page 53 was also assigned as homework, if it was not completed in class. We will correct page 53 on Tuesday. Today, we also worked on double digit times triple digit math problems which included some the following problems.
How much money would it cost to fill a truck with a 26 gallon gasoline tank, if the price of gas was
$2.89 a gallon?
$2.55 a gallon?
HInt: .34 * 26 =
How much money would you save with this thirty-four cent discount?
How much would you save if the price were $2.49 instead of $2.89?
HInt: .40 * 26 =
Keep practicing!
How much money would it cost to fill a truck with a 26 gallon gasoline tank, if the price of gas was
$2.89 a gallon?
$2.55 a gallon?
HInt: .34 * 26 =
How much money would you save with this thirty-four cent discount?
How much would you save if the price were $2.49 instead of $2.89?
HInt: .40 * 26 =
Keep practicing!
Weekly Fluency and Comprehension Assignments
Reading well is a key to success in school, on state and national tests, and in life in general. We would like to invite you to help us to help your child become a better reader. It's simple. All you have to do is help your child with one short. homework assignment each week.
Each Monday, your child will have a short reading homework assignment that asks your to listen to him or her read out loud and answer a couple of easy questions. Included in the brief instructions will be a hint, or tip, that hou can use to help your child with the assignment.
That's all there is to it!
You will have all week to complete the assignment and your child will get credit for doing the work. Just sign at the bottom indicating that you did, indeed, listen to your child child read out loud and help him of her with the questions.
Please contact us if you have any questions concerning this project. The first lesson is attached and is due back by Friday. Thanks for all your assistance in making your child be the very best student he or she can be!
Sincerely,
The 4th Grade Teachers
Each Monday, your child will have a short reading homework assignment that asks your to listen to him or her read out loud and answer a couple of easy questions. Included in the brief instructions will be a hint, or tip, that hou can use to help your child with the assignment.
That's all there is to it!
You will have all week to complete the assignment and your child will get credit for doing the work. Just sign at the bottom indicating that you did, indeed, listen to your child child read out loud and help him of her with the questions.
Please contact us if you have any questions concerning this project. The first lesson is attached and is due back by Friday. Thanks for all your assistance in making your child be the very best student he or she can be!
Sincerely,
The 4th Grade Teachers
After-School Program
Yippee, the net is up and running once again!
The After-School Program flyers were sent home at conferences and today. I believe this is a wonderful opportunity for the students to improve and hone their skills. This program also provides the students with the opportunity to work with former teachers, as well as possible future fifth grade teachers. Please consider this opportunity and return the signed forms before Wednesday.
Thanks!
The After-School Program flyers were sent home at conferences and today. I believe this is a wonderful opportunity for the students to improve and hone their skills. This program also provides the students with the opportunity to work with former teachers, as well as possible future fifth grade teachers. Please consider this opportunity and return the signed forms before Wednesday.
Thanks!
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Definition for Haiku
Haiku is a poetic form and a type of poetry from the Japanese culture. Haiku combines form, content, and language in a meaningful, yet compact form. Haiku poets, which you will soon be, write about everyday things. Many themes include nature, feelings, or experiences. Usually they use simple words and grammar. The most common form for Haiku is three short lines. The first line usually contains five (5) syllables, the second line seven (7) syllables, and the third line contains five (5) syllables. Haiku doesn't rhyme. A Haiku must "paint" a mental image in the reader's mind. This is the challenge of Haiku - to put the poem's meaning and imagery in the reader's mind in ONLY 17 syllables over just three (3) lines of poetry!
The Rose
Donna Brock
The red blossom bends
and drips its dew to the ground.
Like a tear it falls
A Rainbow
Donna Brock
Curving up, then down.
Meeting blue sky and green earth
Melding sun and rain.
The Rose
Donna Brock
The red blossom bends
and drips its dew to the ground.
Like a tear it falls
A Rainbow
Donna Brock
Curving up, then down.
Meeting blue sky and green earth
Melding sun and rain.
Ideas for our Landform books
Here is a website that will be helpful for studying and creating the landform book
...http://www.enchantedlearning.com/geography/landforms/glossary.shtml
Look under "Favorite Websites" and click on the link
...http://www.enchantedlearning.com/geography/landforms/glossary.shtml
Look under "Favorite Websites" and click on the link
Fire Prevention Week
We will be discussing fire safety on Friday. Your child may want to view this website to access additional information.
www.sparky.org.
Stay safe!
www.sparky.org.
Stay safe!
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Hats are Permitted on October 9th
Our classroom is conducting a data collection survey on Thursday and the students may wear a hat for this activity. Just a reminder: Math Study Guides are due on Friday.
Tuesday, October 7, 2008
First Story
Our first stroy is due on Monday. The rough draft is due on Thursday. They may write on anything that is interesting to them. Our second story is a "Zoom" book and we are discussing the trait of Organization. It is due on Monday, too!
Enjoy!
Enjoy!
Spelling Test Results
Today, we had our second spelling test. Your child has been asked to take home the results and show them to you. Please sign their test and have them return it to school by Thursday to receive two tickets. Also, check their agenda to see if they wrote down the words they missed so they can continue to practice them throughtout the upcoming weeks. Most of the words appear again on another spelling test.
Monday, October 6, 2008
Conference Reminders
Conference dates and times were sent home on Friday. Please return the yellow copy with your approval or give me a call so we can reschedule.
Thanks!
Thanks!
More Questions for T.O.B.
The main character uses sarcasm to answer Jaime’s statement about where you should be in a thunderstorm. He states, “Oh, sure. Just snap your fingers and your chauffeur will appear.” Describe a time when you used or heard a sarcastic remark. Put the sarcastic comment in quotes. How did this comment make you feel?
How would you have responded when Jamie climbed in the car beside the driver and hoisted Martha to his knees. Would you have let your sister and yourself get in the car with a stranger? Explain
Jamie tells the author’s mom that the driver was Ed Chambers before the author can answer his mother. What does this tell you about Jamie? How would this make you feel?
Who tells Jaime to quit messing with the bees? Why does she say this? How does Jamie respond to her directive?
What do you think the doctor will give Jamie to make him feel better? What condition do you think he has?
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Relate several experiences in your life to this story and make a correlation to it. In other words, make a connection to the authors thoughts and ideas that she is trying to convey to the reader. Explain in detail how your experiences remind you of the experiences of the characters in this story. For example, have you ever ridden in an ambulance or been to the hospital?
How would you have responded when Jamie climbed in the car beside the driver and hoisted Martha to his knees. Would you have let your sister and yourself get in the car with a stranger? Explain
Jamie tells the author’s mom that the driver was Ed Chambers before the author can answer his mother. What does this tell you about Jamie? How would this make you feel?
Who tells Jaime to quit messing with the bees? Why does she say this? How does Jamie respond to her directive?
What do you think the doctor will give Jamie to make him feel better? What condition do you think he has?
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Relate several experiences in your life to this story and make a correlation to it. In other words, make a connection to the authors thoughts and ideas that she is trying to convey to the reader. Explain in detail how your experiences remind you of the experiences of the characters in this story. For example, have you ever ridden in an ambulance or been to the hospital?
Friday, October 3, 2008
PV Newsletters
We would like to inform you that in the future all PV newsletters will be posted on the district web site. Please go to www.isd47.org and click on Calendars/News and go to Building Newsletters.
Enjoy the week!
Enjoy the week!
Ask Your Child About Our Current Class Book
Here are some good questions to ask your child about Chapter One...
Describe what the main character means when he states, “for my best friend he surely did aggravate me sometimes”.
The books states that , “Jamie’s face was crimson.” What does crimson mean and why was his face crimson?
Would you have crossed the fence to snitch some apples? Why or why not?
List one or two of your friends that you think would have chosen not to steal the apples and explain why you think they would have made that choice.
List one or two people that you know who you think would have made the choice that Jamie made and stolen the apples. Why do you think they would have made that choice?
The main character states,” I knew I could get the kids to help anyone else. But Mrs. Houser?” Why do you think the main character is going to have a tough time convincing people to help Mrs. Houser?
Relate several experiences in your life and make a correlation to this story. In other words, make a connection to the authors thoughts and ideas that she is trying to convey to the reader. Explain in detail how your experiences remind you of the experiences of the characters in this story.
Current and upcoming vocabulary terms to discuss with your child.
Morse Code
Prism
tragedy
thicket
clasped
snatched
which-a-way
snitching
skimmed
cradled
scramble
Describe what the main character means when he states, “for my best friend he surely did aggravate me sometimes”.
The books states that , “Jamie’s face was crimson.” What does crimson mean and why was his face crimson?
Would you have crossed the fence to snitch some apples? Why or why not?
List one or two of your friends that you think would have chosen not to steal the apples and explain why you think they would have made that choice.
List one or two people that you know who you think would have made the choice that Jamie made and stolen the apples. Why do you think they would have made that choice?
The main character states,” I knew I could get the kids to help anyone else. But Mrs. Houser?” Why do you think the main character is going to have a tough time convincing people to help Mrs. Houser?
Relate several experiences in your life and make a correlation to this story. In other words, make a connection to the authors thoughts and ideas that she is trying to convey to the reader. Explain in detail how your experiences remind you of the experiences of the characters in this story.
Current and upcoming vocabulary terms to discuss with your child.
Morse Code
Prism
tragedy
thicket
clasped
snatched
which-a-way
snitching
skimmed
cradled
scramble
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
October Reading Contract
Reading Contract
For October
I, _________________________ will read at home every day and will keep a log of my daily reading minutes in my agenda. My goal is to read ____425_______ minutes for the month of October.
My parents will check my reading minutes and sign my agenda at the end of every day. I will return it to school daily so my teacher can check it.
I understand that to be eligible for an end of the Fall Festival / Black Cauldron Reading Celebration, I must read, sign, and comply with the terms of this contract.
Also, I will need to take a minimum of ____three or four____Accelerated Reading tests by 8 AM on Friday, October 31st with an accuracy rate of 80%. My reading range is ______________-_______________.
In addition, I will need to successfully complete five of the nine tasks listed on the back of this contract. My parents will place their initials next to the listed task after I have completed it.
Finally, I will need to create two Haiku poems centered around the theme of October. These Haiku poems must be accompanied with a visual display that can be put up in the classroom so I can verbally share them with my classmates and teacher.
________________________
Student Signature
________________________
Parent Signature
________________________
Teacher Signature
Note: Signed contracts are due back in school no later than ____October 7th____.
Please return your contract and I’ll photocopy it and give it right back to you.
List below the name, address, and phone number of three places where you and I could buy a costume for Halloween
Create an Autumn Crossword. You may use this web site to assist you or devise your own template http://www.crosswordpuzzlegames.com/create.html
Create a Fall poem
Research Halloween on the internet or in another resource format. Find out how this event began.
Research chlorophyll and discuss with your parents how it effects the changing color of a leaf.
Create an October Word Search. You may use this web site to assist you or devise your own word search http://teachers.teach-nology.com/web_tools/word_search/
Create a spooky Thumb Body cartoon with captions
Write down the words to a Fall song http://bussongs.com/
Read a news article about a local Fall event
For October
I, _________________________ will read at home every day and will keep a log of my daily reading minutes in my agenda. My goal is to read ____425_______ minutes for the month of October.
My parents will check my reading minutes and sign my agenda at the end of every day. I will return it to school daily so my teacher can check it.
I understand that to be eligible for an end of the Fall Festival / Black Cauldron Reading Celebration, I must read, sign, and comply with the terms of this contract.
Also, I will need to take a minimum of ____three or four____Accelerated Reading tests by 8 AM on Friday, October 31st with an accuracy rate of 80%. My reading range is ______________-_______________.
In addition, I will need to successfully complete five of the nine tasks listed on the back of this contract. My parents will place their initials next to the listed task after I have completed it.
Finally, I will need to create two Haiku poems centered around the theme of October. These Haiku poems must be accompanied with a visual display that can be put up in the classroom so I can verbally share them with my classmates and teacher.
________________________
Student Signature
________________________
Parent Signature
________________________
Teacher Signature
Note: Signed contracts are due back in school no later than ____October 7th____.
Please return your contract and I’ll photocopy it and give it right back to you.
List below the name, address, and phone number of three places where you and I could buy a costume for Halloween
Create an Autumn Crossword. You may use this web site to assist you or devise your own template http://www.crosswordpuzzlegames.com/create.html
Create a Fall poem
Research Halloween on the internet or in another resource format. Find out how this event began.
Research chlorophyll and discuss with your parents how it effects the changing color of a leaf.
Create an October Word Search. You may use this web site to assist you or devise your own word search http://teachers.teach-nology.com/web_tools/word_search/
Create a spooky Thumb Body cartoon with captions
Write down the words to a Fall song http://bussongs.com/
Read a news article about a local Fall event
Math Unit Two Practice Pages
The Math Unit Two Practice pages are due on Friday. There are four pages which are run back to back.
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Buried Treasure
Just another reminder that the students need to have the following tasks completed by Wednesday morning:
At least 300 reading minutes listed in their agenda with a parent signature.
At least two AR tests completed with 80% accuracy.
All nine items completed and signed on the back of the Reading Contract.
Return their completed contract to school.
Thanks!
P.S. Students may bring thier own compass for the celebration activities, but it is not necessary.
At least 300 reading minutes listed in their agenda with a parent signature.
At least two AR tests completed with 80% accuracy.
All nine items completed and signed on the back of the Reading Contract.
Return their completed contract to school.
Thanks!
P.S. Students may bring thier own compass for the celebration activities, but it is not necessary.
Monday, September 29, 2008
Picture Forms
The order forms for Picture Day went home today. We take our pictures at 11 AM on Wednesday.
The fundraiser items will be delivered on or near October 28th. Thank you for participating!
The fundraiser items will be delivered on or near October 28th. Thank you for participating!
Accelerated Reading Scores and Points
Accelerated Reading scores and points were sent home today. You can use these results to see if your child is approaching the completion of their September Reading Contract goal. Their contracts are due on Wednesday morning.
STAR Test Results
STAR Test results were sent home today. Please take time to practice the subtraction and multiplication facts with your child. I'm discovering that some students need additional practice with the concept of 'borrowing' and subtracting with zeros.
Examples
1,564
- 867
_______
18,007
- 9,743
________
700,000,000,000
-86,728,764,712
_________________
Examples
1,564
- 867
_______
18,007
- 9,743
________
700,000,000,000
-86,728,764,712
_________________
Reading Contracts
Our Reading Contracts are due on Wednesday, October 1st. Students that have met their goal will be participating in an outside 'Buried Treasure' activity. Those students that have not met their goal will need to miss the 'Buried Treasure' activity to continue reading. I am sending home their AR totals today, so you can view their progress. Remember to initial their spreadsheet activities, so I can give them credit for meeting their goal.
Enjoy reading!
Enjoy reading!
Monday, September 22, 2008
Mr. Krupa's Class Earns Distinguished Award
Ask your child about the plaque we won on Monday!!! It was a team effort! Way to go!
Papa John's Pizza Night
Tuesday, September 23rd is Papa John;s Pizza NIght. The classroom with the most purchases receives a free pizza party!!!
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Coming soon!
Blogger no longer supports attachments, however iweb will soon be implemented so I can attach student work, samples, news items, photos, etc. Stay tuned!
Bakugan
We've had some difficulties with Bakugan's in the past few days. Students have been trading them and 'borrowing' them without returning them to their proper owner. Therefore, Pleasantview has placed Bakugan's in the same category as trading cards and asked that they not be brought to school. Thank you!
http://www.bakugan.com/
http://www.bakugan.com/
Monday, September 15, 2008
Monthly Reading Contracts
Our first contract went home tonight. They are to be discussed and signed by the student and the parent. The signed contracts are due on Thursday, September 18th. See below.
Reading Contract
For September
I, _________________________ will read at home every day and will keep a log of my daily reading minutes in my agenda. My goal is to read _____300______ minutes for the month of September.
My parents will check my reading minutes and sign my agenda at the end of every day. I will return it to school daily so my teacher can check it.
I understand that to be eligible for an end of the month reading award, I must read, sign, and comply with the terms of this contract.
Also, I will need to take a minimum of two / three (circle your choice) Accelerated Reading tests by Wednesday, October 1st with an accuracy rate of 80%. My reading range is _____________________________.
Finally, I will need to complete each task on the back of this contract and have an adult verify that I completed each task by initializing near each activity.
Here is a quick list of the assignments that I need to complete to participate by 8 AM on the morning of October 1st.
300 Reading Minutes
Read ______AR books
Successfully pass _______AR tests with 80% accuracy
Complete the grid on the back of this contract
________________________ _______________________ ____________________
Student Signature Parent Signature Teacher Signature
Note: Signed contracts are due back in school no later than September 18th.
Reading Contract
For September
I, _________________________ will read at home every day and will keep a log of my daily reading minutes in my agenda. My goal is to read _____300______ minutes for the month of September.
My parents will check my reading minutes and sign my agenda at the end of every day. I will return it to school daily so my teacher can check it.
I understand that to be eligible for an end of the month reading award, I must read, sign, and comply with the terms of this contract.
Also, I will need to take a minimum of two / three (circle your choice) Accelerated Reading tests by Wednesday, October 1st with an accuracy rate of 80%. My reading range is _____________________________.
Finally, I will need to complete each task on the back of this contract and have an adult verify that I completed each task by initializing near each activity.
Here is a quick list of the assignments that I need to complete to participate by 8 AM on the morning of October 1st.
300 Reading Minutes
Read ______AR books
Successfully pass _______AR tests with 80% accuracy
Complete the grid on the back of this contract
________________________ _______________________ ____________________
Student Signature Parent Signature Teacher Signature
Note: Signed contracts are due back in school no later than September 18th.
Personalized Posters
We are creating posters to introduce ourselves to others. We will be working on them all week. The posters will be due on Friday, September 19th. Please help your child choose photos that represent their interests and family. Thank you!
Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Bus Safety Review and Testing
We have finished our review and safety testing procedures for riding the bus. Please review some of the following expected behaviors with your child. As you can see, these coincide with our six Character Count Traits.
A school bus is part of the total school program and all school rules apply. Riding a school bus is a privilege that can be lost through unacceptable behavior. The following behaviors are expected
of all who ride a school bus.
TRUSTWORTHINESS and RESPONSIBILITY
• Follow all bus and school rules and instructions of the driver at all times, especially during
loading and unloading.
• Be safety conscious. Look out for the younger children.
• Do the right thing and encourage others to do the same.
• Tell the driver the complete and accurate truth when asked about bus-related incidents.
• Let your actions bring honor to you, your family and your school.
• Refuse to horseplay.
RESPECT
• The driver is in authority when you are on a school bus. Give the driver complete cooperation
and respect. Encourage others to do so.
• Use good manners; be courteous and polite. Be orderly, speak quietly and do not distract others.
• Treat others with dignity and honor.
• Take care of the bus. Refuse to write on or damage the bus. Keep the bus clean.
• Solve disagreements and respond to insults without violence.
• Refuse to use profane language or participate in immoral or abusive acts.
FAIRNESS and CARING
• Be kind to other students and the driver.
• Be fair and just. Wait your turn to enter and exit the bus.
• Let others have the good seats sometimes. Share your seat with others who need a seat.
• Be considerate to everyone, especially those doing homework or who don’t feel well.
• Refuse to gossip, spread rumors, use put-downs, insults or ridicule in jest or to hurt someone.
• Express gratitude to your driver.
• Refuse to become “territorial” with seating. The ride each day is a good time to meet and
get to know other stude
A school bus is part of the total school program and all school rules apply. Riding a school bus is a privilege that can be lost through unacceptable behavior. The following behaviors are expected
of all who ride a school bus.
TRUSTWORTHINESS and RESPONSIBILITY
• Follow all bus and school rules and instructions of the driver at all times, especially during
loading and unloading.
• Be safety conscious. Look out for the younger children.
• Do the right thing and encourage others to do the same.
• Tell the driver the complete and accurate truth when asked about bus-related incidents.
• Let your actions bring honor to you, your family and your school.
• Refuse to horseplay.
RESPECT
• The driver is in authority when you are on a school bus. Give the driver complete cooperation
and respect. Encourage others to do so.
• Use good manners; be courteous and polite. Be orderly, speak quietly and do not distract others.
• Treat others with dignity and honor.
• Take care of the bus. Refuse to write on or damage the bus. Keep the bus clean.
• Solve disagreements and respond to insults without violence.
• Refuse to use profane language or participate in immoral or abusive acts.
FAIRNESS and CARING
• Be kind to other students and the driver.
• Be fair and just. Wait your turn to enter and exit the bus.
• Let others have the good seats sometimes. Share your seat with others who need a seat.
• Be considerate to everyone, especially those doing homework or who don’t feel well.
• Refuse to gossip, spread rumors, use put-downs, insults or ridicule in jest or to hurt someone.
• Express gratitude to your driver.
• Refuse to become “territorial” with seating. The ride each day is a good time to meet and
get to know other stude
Monday, May 12, 2008
American Cancer Society
Monday - Red - for Lymphoma
Tuesday - Black - for Melanoma (or skin cancer)
Wednesday - Gold - for Childhood Cancers
Thursday - Green and Yellow - (school colors) Green is Kidney Cancer or Transplants, Yellow is Bladder Cancer
Friday - Lavender/Purple - All Cancer Survivors and the color for the Relay for Life
Cancer Colors
------------------------------------------------------------------------
All Cancer Survivors - Lavender
Bladder Cancer - Yellow
Bone Cancer - White with Gold Outline
Brain Cancer - Gray
Breast Cancer - Pink
Childhood Cancer - Gold
Colon & Colorectal Cancer - Brown
Esophageal Cancer - Periwinkle Blue
Gynecological Cancer - Lavender
Head and Neck Cancer - Red with White Stripe
Hodgkins Disease - Violet
Hospice Care - Burgundy
Kidney/Renal - Kelly Green
Leimyosarcoma - Purple
Leukemia -Orange
Lung Cancer - Pearl
Lymphoma - Red
Male Breast Cancer - 1/2 Blue and 1/2 Pink
Melanoma - Black
Mesothelioma Asbestos Lung Cancer - Royal Blue
Multiple Myeloma - Burgundy
Ovarian Cancer - Teal
Pancreatic Cancer - Purple
Prostate Cancer - Light Blue
Renal/Kidney - Kelly Green
Retinoblastoma - White
Testicular Cancer - Orchid/Violet
Thyroid Cancer - Light Blue
Transplant - Green
Tuesday - Black - for Melanoma (or skin cancer)
Wednesday - Gold - for Childhood Cancers
Thursday - Green and Yellow - (school colors) Green is Kidney Cancer or Transplants, Yellow is Bladder Cancer
Friday - Lavender/Purple - All Cancer Survivors and the color for the Relay for Life
Cancer Colors
------------------------------------------------------------------------
All Cancer Survivors - Lavender
Bladder Cancer - Yellow
Bone Cancer - White with Gold Outline
Brain Cancer - Gray
Breast Cancer - Pink
Childhood Cancer - Gold
Colon & Colorectal Cancer - Brown
Esophageal Cancer - Periwinkle Blue
Gynecological Cancer - Lavender
Head and Neck Cancer - Red with White Stripe
Hodgkins Disease - Violet
Hospice Care - Burgundy
Kidney/Renal - Kelly Green
Leimyosarcoma - Purple
Leukemia -Orange
Lung Cancer - Pearl
Lymphoma - Red
Male Breast Cancer - 1/2 Blue and 1/2 Pink
Melanoma - Black
Mesothelioma Asbestos Lung Cancer - Royal Blue
Multiple Myeloma - Burgundy
Ovarian Cancer - Teal
Pancreatic Cancer - Purple
Prostate Cancer - Light Blue
Renal/Kidney - Kelly Green
Retinoblastoma - White
Testicular Cancer - Orchid/Violet
Thyroid Cancer - Light Blue
Transplant - Green
Monday, April 21, 2008
Thursday, March 27, 2008
Math Formulas
Your child should have these formulas memorized;
Area of a rectangle
Area = base * height
Area of a parallelogram
Area = base * height
Area of a triangle
Area = 1/2 * (base * height)
Thanks!
Area of a rectangle
Area = base * height
Area of a parallelogram
Area = base * height
Area of a triangle
Area = 1/2 * (base * height)
Thanks!
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Interesting information
Thought you would all like to know this about Easter.
Easter this year is: Sunday March 23, 2008
As you may know, Easter is always the 1st Sunday after the 1st full moon after the Spring Equinox (which is March 20).
This dating of Easter is based on the lunar calendar that Hebrew people used to identify Passover, which is why it moves around on our Roman calendar.
Found out a couple of things you might be interested in!
Based on the above, Easter can actually be one day earlier (March 22) but that is pretty rare.
This year is the earliest Easter any of us will ever see the rest of our lives! And only the most elderly of our population have ever seen it this early (95 years old or above!). And none of us have ever, or will ever, see it a day earlier! Here's the facts:
The next time Easter will be this early (March 23) will be the year 2228 (220 years from now). The last time it was this early was 1913 (so if you're 95 or older, you are the only ones that were around for that!).
The next time it will be a day earlier, March 22, will be in the year 2285 (277 years from now). The last time it was on March 22 was 1818. So, no one alive today has or will ever see it any earlier than this year!
Easter this year is: Sunday March 23, 2008
As you may know, Easter is always the 1st Sunday after the 1st full moon after the Spring Equinox (which is March 20).
This dating of Easter is based on the lunar calendar that Hebrew people used to identify Passover, which is why it moves around on our Roman calendar.
Found out a couple of things you might be interested in!
Based on the above, Easter can actually be one day earlier (March 22) but that is pretty rare.
This year is the earliest Easter any of us will ever see the rest of our lives! And only the most elderly of our population have ever seen it this early (95 years old or above!). And none of us have ever, or will ever, see it a day earlier! Here's the facts:
The next time Easter will be this early (March 23) will be the year 2228 (220 years from now). The last time it was this early was 1913 (so if you're 95 or older, you are the only ones that were around for that!).
The next time it will be a day earlier, March 22, will be in the year 2285 (277 years from now). The last time it was on March 22 was 1818. So, no one alive today has or will ever see it any earlier than this year!
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Juice Forms
Just another reminder that the juice forms for the third trimester are due on Thursday, March 6th. The total cost is $12.88 for either white milk, chocolate milk, or juice.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Juice Forms
Sorry the Blog posting site was down..... but now it's up and running again!
Third trimester forms were sent home today.
Third trimester forms were sent home today.
Lunar Eclipse tonight at 8:43
Check out the moon after 8PM
for more information go to
http://www.space.com/scienceastronomy/080220-eclipse-news.html
for more information go to
http://www.space.com/scienceastronomy/080220-eclipse-news.html
Monday, February 11, 2008
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Saturday, February 2, 2008
Conference Dates
The conference dates and times were sent home today, along with the Elementary Storm Newsletter. Please take a moment and read our story about the Inventors Congress. That was a very entertaining and enjoyable day!
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Field Trip
Saint Cloud Symphony Orchestra field trip permission slips are due on February 5th, along with four dollars.
Thank you!
Thank you!
Monday, January 14, 2008
Inventor's Log
Please have your child bring in their Inventor's Log on Tuesday and Wednesday so I can look them over to see how they are coming along and to answer any questions. Thank you!
Friday, January 11, 2008
"Improvement" Paragraph Example
Improvement
My “Christmas Light Keeper” will improve life by saving families lots of time during a very important time of the year. You no longer have to get frustrated with untangling your lights. Putting your Christmas tree and lights up will be a lot more fun. “The Christmas Light Keeper” also improves life during the Christmas season because you will save more money on your lights since you no longer have to throw the old one away and buy new lights. That way you will have more money to spend in other ways.
My “Christmas Light Keeper” will improve life by saving families lots of time during a very important time of the year. You no longer have to get frustrated with untangling your lights. Putting your Christmas tree and lights up will be a lot more fun. “The Christmas Light Keeper” also improves life during the Christmas season because you will save more money on your lights since you no longer have to throw the old one away and buy new lights. That way you will have more money to spend in other ways.
Thursday, January 10, 2008
An Example of the "Purpose" Paragraph
Purpose
The reason I chose to invent the “ Christmas Light Keeper” was because I was getting frustrated with the Christmas Lights. It was a week before Christmas and we had just got our tree. I had to get the lights untangled. I was getting so frustrated with the lights that I just had to quit. Then, I got the idea of inventing something to keep the lights from tangling. So, I discussed it with my mother and she said, “Okay”! So I then named it the “Christmas Light Keeper”. The purpose of my “Christmas Light Keeper” is to save time, frustration, and money.
The reason I chose to invent the “ Christmas Light Keeper” was because I was getting frustrated with the Christmas Lights. It was a week before Christmas and we had just got our tree. I had to get the lights untangled. I was getting so frustrated with the lights that I just had to quit. Then, I got the idea of inventing something to keep the lights from tangling. So, I discussed it with my mother and she said, “Okay”! So I then named it the “Christmas Light Keeper”. The purpose of my “Christmas Light Keeper” is to save time, frustration, and money.
Monday, January 7, 2008
Example of a "How It Works" Paragraph Created by a Fourth Grader
How It Works
My " Christmas Light Keeper" works like this...
First, you need to create the body which is three spools put together. Th spools that I used were recycled. What I mean by that is if I hadn't thought of the "Christmas Light Keeper," the spools would have been trash and so thinking of this invention sort of keeps from adding more trash to the earth. The Crank is sort of like a handle, but we call it a crank. The crank is attached to the axle. The axle goes through the three spools, if I didn't have the axle there wouldn't be a crank, an axle makes things move. Now, I'm going to talk about the base. The base is made out of wood. The wood is hand cut. Before I cut the wood I had to draw out how many pieces of each size of wood would be needed, then I cut the wood. I put felt on the spools so that the felt would protect the lights. There is Velcro to attach the lights to the spools. You could also put beads or garland on the spools. You then turn the crank and it rolls up your lights. Then you just put the whole thing away until next Christmas and the lights don't get tangled, and then next Christmas just pull them off, and that's how easy the "Christmas LIght Keeper" is to use.
My " Christmas Light Keeper" works like this...
First, you need to create the body which is three spools put together. Th spools that I used were recycled. What I mean by that is if I hadn't thought of the "Christmas Light Keeper," the spools would have been trash and so thinking of this invention sort of keeps from adding more trash to the earth. The Crank is sort of like a handle, but we call it a crank. The crank is attached to the axle. The axle goes through the three spools, if I didn't have the axle there wouldn't be a crank, an axle makes things move. Now, I'm going to talk about the base. The base is made out of wood. The wood is hand cut. Before I cut the wood I had to draw out how many pieces of each size of wood would be needed, then I cut the wood. I put felt on the spools so that the felt would protect the lights. There is Velcro to attach the lights to the spools. You could also put beads or garland on the spools. You then turn the crank and it rolls up your lights. Then you just put the whole thing away until next Christmas and the lights don't get tangled, and then next Christmas just pull them off, and that's how easy the "Christmas LIght Keeper" is to use.
Spelling List for the Week of January 7th-11th
Spelling List
Week Three
Test on January 11, 2007
Story---The Case of the Curious Whale Watch
Theme- Vowel sound in great [a], touch and nothing [u], meant [e]
List
great
touch
meant
break
nothing
young
weather
money
ton
breath
month
health
wonder
shove
honey
Challenge Words
treasure
rough
nervous
company
pleasant
Week Three
Test on January 11, 2007
Story---The Case of the Curious Whale Watch
Theme- Vowel sound in great [a], touch and nothing [u], meant [e]
List
great
touch
meant
break
nothing
young
weather
money
ton
breath
month
health
wonder
shove
honey
Challenge Words
treasure
rough
nervous
company
pleasant
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