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.
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Student Signature
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Parent Signature
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Teacher Signature

Name of AR book___________________________________________________

Name of poem______________________________________________________

Note: Signed contracts are due back in school no later than ___December 5th___.

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!

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.

Snack Form

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Field Trip Permission Form

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Kids In The Gold Field Side 1 of 2

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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?

Take Home Crossword

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Kids In The Gold Field Side 2 of 2

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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!!!

Remember to view "Older Posts" if it has been more than two days since you've been on the blog.

"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?

"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?

"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?

"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?

"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?

"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

"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!

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

Social Studies Test

The Unit One Social Studies tests were corrected and returned. Ask your child about their results.

Please remind your students that the vending machine is off limits to them.

Thanks for your help!

Sue Paasch, Principal

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.

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

Thomas pg1

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Weekly Fluency and Comprehension Assignment pg2

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November Reading Contract (grid)

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"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.

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!

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!

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

" 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!

"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!

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

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.

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 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 _____________________________.


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Student Signature


________________________
Parent Signature


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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.

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!

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.