Wednesday, November 12, 2008
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.
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