Dear Parents,
Hot chocolate, cookies, and great POEMS made for a fabulous Poetry Cafe last week. The children were prepared, enthusiastic, and eager to be next to take center stage. It was a day of fun, while developing love for poetry, feel comfortable speaking before a group, and make a fifth grade memory. It was wonderful seeing many parents enjoy this activity too.
Last week I sent home a packet of science projects. These are easy projects to do over the holiday break, but remember they aren't due until January 31 if you are away or just need a break from school!
What's happening this week in Room 10:
* Tuesday we're going to the library. Students will select books to read over the break (just a subtle hint), and get ready for the next book report which is February 8. More details after the break.
* We'll be reading historical plays this week. This is always a favorite activity for everyone. We're also reading and enjoying the Sign of the Beaver.
* Our social studies museums will be finished by Wednesday. Come by to visit if you get a chance. With lots of effort, the finished pieces are very impressive!
* The final test for '07 will be Thursday. We'll review Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday and the THEME 3 READING ASSESSMENT will be Thursday.
* Wednesday we're going to the Jr. High to see a play.
* Wednesday is NOT restructured.
* Remember, you don't have to pack a lunch on Friday. Please join the Fiesta. We always have plenty of food and fun. Lunch is at 11:45 and the optional WHITE ELEPHANT exchange is at 1:00.
HOMEWORK: Read historical plays nightly and review for reading assessment on Thursday.
Monday:
Math - lesson 22, review, page 640
Tuesday:
Math - lesson 33, review, page 642
Wednesday:
Math - lesson 43, review, pages 644/645
Thursday:
Math - lesson 52, review, even only, pages 647/648
And now it's time to wish you all the goodness and happiness that comes with the holidays. I love all the sights and sounds....and the vacation! Hope your holidays are spent with good friends and family, and that the New Year brings much love and happiness to everyone.
Best regards to all and to all a HAPPY NEW YEAR.
Melanie Jaynes
Saturday, December 15, 2007
Saturday, December 8, 2007
Week of December 10-14, 2007
Dear Parents,
We're having a Mexican Fiesta for our end of the year party on December 21, followed by a White Elephant Exchange. Our Room Moms are organizing the party, but I'm sure they would like a little help with the preparation and serving. And of course, it wouldn't be a celebration without you. Please come to the fiesta, and join us for lunch as we say good-by to 2007 and make a few resolutions.
I'm asking each child to bring in $5.00 to cover the cost of the party. The students are planning the menu this week, but there is always room for any holiday treat you'd like to make for the party.
As for the White Elephant, it's something you have, but don't want, it's old, but not worn out, it's funny or ugly, but charming, it has all its parts, and needs a new good home. The gift exchange is optional. Everyone who brings in a wrapped White Elephant will get a gift in the exchange.
This week I'm giving out a packet of science projects that go with our next unit of study, how atmospheric conditions are measured. Students are required to make any two projects and include a short write-up about the projects they make. They are due January 31, two weeks after we return from the winter vacation. If you are home and looking for something to do over the break, these projects can be easily completed in an afternoon. If you are away, the due date gives everyone enough time to complete both projects when school resumes in January.
Just a few more things:
* No News Teams this week.
* Congratulations to Lauren Reade and Dante Gomez. The class voted to have them represent our class on the Rio Leadership Team. Congratulations to all the students who wrote speeches. The voting results were very close and everyone was very qualified.
* Join us at the Poetry Cafe on Thursday at 10:20. You'll be in for a treat!
* Any one have a table lamp I can borrow for the Poetry Cafe??
* Remember to send back permission slip and $1.00 for the play at the Jr High.
Homework: Read nightly for 3o minutes.
Monday
Social studies - the remaining two pieces for the museum are due on Friday
Math - lesson 81, all
Spelling - Contract OR pages 180/181
Poetry - Be prepared with two poems to recite on Thursday
Tuesday
Math - lessons 82 and 83, even only
Spelling - Contract OR pages 182/183
Grammar - pages 40/43
Wednesday
Math - lesson 84, all
Grammar - pages 69/73
Practice poems!!!
Thursday
Math - lesson 85
DLP
Read Aloud - your choice
Stay warm, dry, and healthy during these busy days.
Best regards for a great week,
Melanie Jaynes
We're having a Mexican Fiesta for our end of the year party on December 21, followed by a White Elephant Exchange. Our Room Moms are organizing the party, but I'm sure they would like a little help with the preparation and serving. And of course, it wouldn't be a celebration without you. Please come to the fiesta, and join us for lunch as we say good-by to 2007 and make a few resolutions.
I'm asking each child to bring in $5.00 to cover the cost of the party. The students are planning the menu this week, but there is always room for any holiday treat you'd like to make for the party.
As for the White Elephant, it's something you have, but don't want, it's old, but not worn out, it's funny or ugly, but charming, it has all its parts, and needs a new good home. The gift exchange is optional. Everyone who brings in a wrapped White Elephant will get a gift in the exchange.
This week I'm giving out a packet of science projects that go with our next unit of study, how atmospheric conditions are measured. Students are required to make any two projects and include a short write-up about the projects they make. They are due January 31, two weeks after we return from the winter vacation. If you are home and looking for something to do over the break, these projects can be easily completed in an afternoon. If you are away, the due date gives everyone enough time to complete both projects when school resumes in January.
Just a few more things:
* No News Teams this week.
* Congratulations to Lauren Reade and Dante Gomez. The class voted to have them represent our class on the Rio Leadership Team. Congratulations to all the students who wrote speeches. The voting results were very close and everyone was very qualified.
* Join us at the Poetry Cafe on Thursday at 10:20. You'll be in for a treat!
* Any one have a table lamp I can borrow for the Poetry Cafe??
* Remember to send back permission slip and $1.00 for the play at the Jr High.
Homework: Read nightly for 3o minutes.
Monday
Social studies - the remaining two pieces for the museum are due on Friday
Math - lesson 81, all
Spelling - Contract OR pages 180/181
Poetry - Be prepared with two poems to recite on Thursday
Tuesday
Math - lessons 82 and 83, even only
Spelling - Contract OR pages 182/183
Grammar - pages 40/43
Wednesday
Math - lesson 84, all
Grammar - pages 69/73
Practice poems!!!
Thursday
Math - lesson 85
DLP
Read Aloud - your choice
Stay warm, dry, and healthy during these busy days.
Best regards for a great week,
Melanie Jaynes
Sunday, December 2, 2007
Week of December 3-7, 2007
Hello,
Last week we had an exceptional day of learning "outside" of the classroom. Over and over I heard the children rave about their day at NASA. Their thank you notes to the docents are filled with new information learned at NASA and sincere gratitude. The morning traffic is challenging, but parents who attended will agree, it's worth the effort!
HERE'S WHAT'S HAPPENING IN ROOM 10 THIS WEEK:
* We'll continue reading Sign of the Beaver over the next two weeks. No new grammar or spelling from our reading series this week. We'll work with the new vocabulary from the book in class.
* Working in groups, students are making a Museum of Colonization in North America in social studies. They will have time in class each day, but also need to work on this at home nightly. Each student is responsible for three items: a written piece, an object, and a piece of their choice. This project will take us through the month of December.
* News Teams 3 and 4 will report the news on Friday.
* Please complete and return the permission slip with $1.00. We're going to the Jr. High to see Beauty and the Beast on Dec.19.
* The date for the science test has been changed. THE TEST IS NOW ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7.
* Everyone needs a cup and saucer for the Poetry Cafe on December 13.
HOMEWORK - Students need to read for 30 minutes and work on museum pieces nightly.
Monday:
Math - lesson 76, all
News Teams - Complete worksheet
Science - Review, worksheet page 81
Tuesday -
Math - lessons 77 and 78, even only
Wednesday:
Math - lesson 79, all
Science - Review Packet pages, 70, 72, and 74
Thursday:
Math - lesson 80, all
Science - Study for test
News Teams - Be prepared for Friday's presentation
DATES TO REMEMBER:
* Poetry Cafe is December 13.
* December 19th is NOT a restructured day.
Best regards for a great week,
Melanie Jaynes
Last week we had an exceptional day of learning "outside" of the classroom. Over and over I heard the children rave about their day at NASA. Their thank you notes to the docents are filled with new information learned at NASA and sincere gratitude. The morning traffic is challenging, but parents who attended will agree, it's worth the effort!
HERE'S WHAT'S HAPPENING IN ROOM 10 THIS WEEK:
* We'll continue reading Sign of the Beaver over the next two weeks. No new grammar or spelling from our reading series this week. We'll work with the new vocabulary from the book in class.
* Working in groups, students are making a Museum of Colonization in North America in social studies. They will have time in class each day, but also need to work on this at home nightly. Each student is responsible for three items: a written piece, an object, and a piece of their choice. This project will take us through the month of December.
* News Teams 3 and 4 will report the news on Friday.
* Please complete and return the permission slip with $1.00. We're going to the Jr. High to see Beauty and the Beast on Dec.19.
* The date for the science test has been changed. THE TEST IS NOW ON FRIDAY, DECEMBER 7.
* Everyone needs a cup and saucer for the Poetry Cafe on December 13.
HOMEWORK - Students need to read for 30 minutes and work on museum pieces nightly.
Monday:
Math - lesson 76, all
News Teams - Complete worksheet
Science - Review, worksheet page 81
Tuesday -
Math - lessons 77 and 78, even only
Wednesday:
Math - lesson 79, all
Science - Review Packet pages, 70, 72, and 74
Thursday:
Math - lesson 80, all
Science - Study for test
News Teams - Be prepared for Friday's presentation
DATES TO REMEMBER:
* Poetry Cafe is December 13.
* December 19th is NOT a restructured day.
Best regards for a great week,
Melanie Jaynes
Saturday, November 24, 2007
Week of November 26-30, 2007
Hello,
Welcome back to a regular week of school. I hope your Thanksgiving holiday was festive and memorable.
WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
1. Tuesday is our field trip to NASA. EVERYONE needs to bring a sack lunch. We'll be leaving school as soon as I take attendance. Parents, if you are driving, remember to bring your license. I'll have directions, etc. for you on Tuesday.
2. News Teams 1 and 2 will present the news on Friday.
3. Leadership speeches are due on Friday. Election results will be 12/7.
4. This week students will begin to select the 2 poems they will memorize and recite at the Poetry Cafe on Dec. 13. All students need to bring in a cup and saucer or a plate and mug to make the cafe a little more authentic. Also, our room moms will be calling for donations of cookies and large cans or hot chocolate mix. Let them know if you can help.
5. We'll begin reading Sign of the Beaver. Authored by Elizabeth Spear, it is historical fiction and a perfect fit to the social studies curriculum.
HOMEWORK - READ NIGHTLY FOR 30 MINUTES
Monday:
Math - lessons 71 and 72, even only
Spelling - pages 165/166 OR Contract
Grammar - pages 37/38
News Teams - select article, complete "5W" page
Tuesday: NO HOMEWORK!
Wednesday:
Math - lessons 73/74, even only
Spelling - pages 167/168 OR Contract
Grammar - pages 64/66
Thursday:
Math - lesson 75, all
DLP
Read Aloud - selection TBA
Study for spelling and reading tests
News Teams - Prepare and practice for Friday's presentation
DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. Mark your calendar. Our field trip to the National Weather Station
in Monterey is February 15, 2008.
2. Science Test on Unit Three - The Water Cycle, Thursday, Dec. 6.
Best regards for a great week,
Melanie Jaynes
Welcome back to a regular week of school. I hope your Thanksgiving holiday was festive and memorable.
WHAT'S HAPPENING THIS WEEK:
1. Tuesday is our field trip to NASA. EVERYONE needs to bring a sack lunch. We'll be leaving school as soon as I take attendance. Parents, if you are driving, remember to bring your license. I'll have directions, etc. for you on Tuesday.
2. News Teams 1 and 2 will present the news on Friday.
3. Leadership speeches are due on Friday. Election results will be 12/7.
4. This week students will begin to select the 2 poems they will memorize and recite at the Poetry Cafe on Dec. 13. All students need to bring in a cup and saucer or a plate and mug to make the cafe a little more authentic. Also, our room moms will be calling for donations of cookies and large cans or hot chocolate mix. Let them know if you can help.
5. We'll begin reading Sign of the Beaver. Authored by Elizabeth Spear, it is historical fiction and a perfect fit to the social studies curriculum.
HOMEWORK - READ NIGHTLY FOR 30 MINUTES
Monday:
Math - lessons 71 and 72, even only
Spelling - pages 165/166 OR Contract
Grammar - pages 37/38
News Teams - select article, complete "5W" page
Tuesday: NO HOMEWORK!
Wednesday:
Math - lessons 73/74, even only
Spelling - pages 167/168 OR Contract
Grammar - pages 64/66
Thursday:
Math - lesson 75, all
DLP
Read Aloud - selection TBA
Study for spelling and reading tests
News Teams - Prepare and practice for Friday's presentation
DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. Mark your calendar. Our field trip to the National Weather Station
in Monterey is February 15, 2008.
2. Science Test on Unit Three - The Water Cycle, Thursday, Dec. 6.
Best regards for a great week,
Melanie Jaynes
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Week of November 13-16, 2007
Hello,
We ended last week with a pizza party to CELEBRATE our SUCCESS in READING. With great test scores on the theme test, I say "job well done" to the hard working students in room 10! Thanks to the Gearing family for getting the pizza, hot and delicious, from their restaurant in Gilroy.
This week students will present the diorama they created for their historical book report. There was quite a buzz in the room as students brought in their projects last week. Everyone has been assigned a date. I look forward to seeing all that creativity and hearing about their books.
Our next book report is always everyone's favorite. Together we will be "lighting" our interest to the wonderful world of poetry when we turn our classroom into the "Poetry Cafe" on Dec. 13. The open mike is for everyone...including parents. You'll hear some great poems and enjoy cookies and hot chocolate. More about this when we return from Thanksgiving.
THIS WEEK:
1. Science assembly on Thursday, "Fun with Physics"
2. Chapter 3 social studies test on Friday.
3. Report cards go home on Friday
HOMEWORK FOR THE WEEK: REMEMBER TO READ NIGHTLY FOR 30 MINUTES
TUESDAY:
Math - lessons 66 and 67, even only
Science - finish water cycle drawing
WEDNESDAY:
Math - lessons 68/69, even only
Science - finish watershed drawing
Writing - Clean copy of opinion paragraph
THURSDAY:
Math - lesson 70, all
Science - finish groundwater drawing
READ ALOUD - social studies
Social studies - STUDY FOR TEST
DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. Remember NO SCHOOL NOVEMBER 19-23
2. NASA field trip - Nov. 27
3. T-Shirt design entries due Nov. 26
4. Leadership speech due Nov. 30
Have a wonderful holiday. I enjoy every time I get together with my family, but have to tell you Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. Could it be all that food that lasts all too long?! Enjoy the holiday and the traditions with your family. See you on the 26th.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
We ended last week with a pizza party to CELEBRATE our SUCCESS in READING. With great test scores on the theme test, I say "job well done" to the hard working students in room 10! Thanks to the Gearing family for getting the pizza, hot and delicious, from their restaurant in Gilroy.
This week students will present the diorama they created for their historical book report. There was quite a buzz in the room as students brought in their projects last week. Everyone has been assigned a date. I look forward to seeing all that creativity and hearing about their books.
Our next book report is always everyone's favorite. Together we will be "lighting" our interest to the wonderful world of poetry when we turn our classroom into the "Poetry Cafe" on Dec. 13. The open mike is for everyone...including parents. You'll hear some great poems and enjoy cookies and hot chocolate. More about this when we return from Thanksgiving.
THIS WEEK:
1. Science assembly on Thursday, "Fun with Physics"
2. Chapter 3 social studies test on Friday.
3. Report cards go home on Friday
HOMEWORK FOR THE WEEK: REMEMBER TO READ NIGHTLY FOR 30 MINUTES
TUESDAY:
Math - lessons 66 and 67, even only
Science - finish water cycle drawing
WEDNESDAY:
Math - lessons 68/69, even only
Science - finish watershed drawing
Writing - Clean copy of opinion paragraph
THURSDAY:
Math - lesson 70, all
Science - finish groundwater drawing
READ ALOUD - social studies
Social studies - STUDY FOR TEST
DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. Remember NO SCHOOL NOVEMBER 19-23
2. NASA field trip - Nov. 27
3. T-Shirt design entries due Nov. 26
4. Leadership speech due Nov. 30
Have a wonderful holiday. I enjoy every time I get together with my family, but have to tell you Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. Could it be all that food that lasts all too long?! Enjoy the holiday and the traditions with your family. See you on the 26th.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Saturday, November 3, 2007
Week of November 5-9, 2007
Hello,
It was great seeing so many parents at the Halloween parade and party last week. Thanks for making this such a fun and festive day with great food and games. The children and the teacher had a great time!
What's happening this week in Room 10:
1. Just a reminder that everyone needs a bag lunch on Thursday. We will be eating lunch before going on the field trip to see Kids on Broadway. Also, be sure your child has a way home as we we will return after regular dismissal.
2. Jogging for the Arts on Friday. Our class runs at 10:45.
3. PIZZA PARTY on Friday to celebrate learning. Please send in $5.00 to cover cost of pizza, etc.
4. Geography test on southeast states and capitals is on Thursday.
5. Historical book report is due on Friday. Looking forward to those great projects.
Homework for the week:
MONDAY:
Spelling: Trolls - pgs. 145/146, Pigs - contract
Math: lesson 61 all
TUESDAY:
Spelling: Trolls - pgs. 147/148, Pigs - contract
Math: lessons 62/62 even
Grammar: pages 31/32
WEDNESDAY:
Math: lesson 64 all
Grammar: pgs. 52/54
THURSDAY:
Math: lesson 65 all
DLP
Read Aloud: selection social studies
NEXT WEEK:
1. NO SCHOOL ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12
2. Book report presentations Tuesday - Friday. Students have been assigned a day.
3. Assembly on Thursday - "Fun with PHYSICS"
4. REPORT CARDS GO HOME ON FRIDAY.......BIG SPIN AFTER LUNCH!!!
Have a great week!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
It was great seeing so many parents at the Halloween parade and party last week. Thanks for making this such a fun and festive day with great food and games. The children and the teacher had a great time!
What's happening this week in Room 10:
1. Just a reminder that everyone needs a bag lunch on Thursday. We will be eating lunch before going on the field trip to see Kids on Broadway. Also, be sure your child has a way home as we we will return after regular dismissal.
2. Jogging for the Arts on Friday. Our class runs at 10:45.
3. PIZZA PARTY on Friday to celebrate learning. Please send in $5.00 to cover cost of pizza, etc.
4. Geography test on southeast states and capitals is on Thursday.
5. Historical book report is due on Friday. Looking forward to those great projects.
Homework for the week:
MONDAY:
Spelling: Trolls - pgs. 145/146, Pigs - contract
Math: lesson 61 all
TUESDAY:
Spelling: Trolls - pgs. 147/148, Pigs - contract
Math: lessons 62/62 even
Grammar: pages 31/32
WEDNESDAY:
Math: lesson 64 all
Grammar: pgs. 52/54
THURSDAY:
Math: lesson 65 all
DLP
Read Aloud: selection social studies
NEXT WEEK:
1. NO SCHOOL ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 12
2. Book report presentations Tuesday - Friday. Students have been assigned a day.
3. Assembly on Thursday - "Fun with PHYSICS"
4. REPORT CARDS GO HOME ON FRIDAY.......BIG SPIN AFTER LUNCH!!!
Have a great week!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Week of October 29- November 2, 2007
Hello,
Here's my first ever BLOG weekly report. I may be changing the format as time goes by, but it will always have nightly homework and announcements.
The students loved "WORLD SERIES WEEK", the "ballpark snacks" (THANKS, PARENTS), and did an outstanding job paraphrasing "Casey" last week. There was a whole lot of learning going on and I "doff" my cap to the hard working students of Room 1O!
On Friday students will have the THEME 2 READING ASSESSMENT. With no new grammar and spelling this week, and NO HOMEWORK ON HALLOWEEN, students have lots of time to work on these long-range assignments.
1. Explorers Booklet - due Nov. 2
2. Historical Book Report - due Nov. 9
3. Study southwest states and capitals - TEST DATE TBA
4. Read each night for 30 minutes.
Here is the HOMEWORK/TEST/PRESENTATION schedule for the week. The math homework for the "3 DAY GROUP" students has been written in their planners, so this math homework is for the "5 DAY GROUP". Math homework will always follow this format.
MONDAY
Math- lessons 56 and 57, EVEN ONLY
News Teams 3 and 4 - Select article, complete "5W" worksheet
Study for theme test using Writers Express
Study for SCIENCE TEST on Tuesday
TUESDAY
Math lessons 58 and 59, EVEN ONLY
Finish Spice Chart
STUDY for Theme TEST
WEDNESDAY
IT'S HALLOWEEN! NO HOMEWORK!
THURSDAY
Math - lesson 60, ALL
News Teams practice for Friday presentations
Study for Reading Theme TEST
ANNOUNCEMENTS: This week and up-coming dates to remember
Tuesday.....Picture retake day
Wednesday...Halloween Parade at 8:15, classroom party to follow.
It's a FUN DAY at Rio..join the class and come in costume!
Thursday....Bike Safety
Friday......Bike Safety
*******************************
Jogging For The Arts - November 9
Return NASA permission form ASAP
End of first trimester Nov. 9
Report cards go home on Nov. 16
Hope to see you on Wednesday. If you find yourself with too much candy at the end of the evening, "Pete" always needs more.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Here's my first ever BLOG weekly report. I may be changing the format as time goes by, but it will always have nightly homework and announcements.
The students loved "WORLD SERIES WEEK", the "ballpark snacks" (THANKS, PARENTS), and did an outstanding job paraphrasing "Casey" last week. There was a whole lot of learning going on and I "doff" my cap to the hard working students of Room 1O!
On Friday students will have the THEME 2 READING ASSESSMENT. With no new grammar and spelling this week, and NO HOMEWORK ON HALLOWEEN, students have lots of time to work on these long-range assignments.
1. Explorers Booklet - due Nov. 2
2. Historical Book Report - due Nov. 9
3. Study southwest states and capitals - TEST DATE TBA
4. Read each night for 30 minutes.
Here is the HOMEWORK/TEST/PRESENTATION schedule for the week. The math homework for the "3 DAY GROUP" students has been written in their planners, so this math homework is for the "5 DAY GROUP". Math homework will always follow this format.
MONDAY
Math- lessons 56 and 57, EVEN ONLY
News Teams 3 and 4 - Select article, complete "5W" worksheet
Study for theme test using Writers Express
Study for SCIENCE TEST on Tuesday
TUESDAY
Math lessons 58 and 59, EVEN ONLY
Finish Spice Chart
STUDY for Theme TEST
WEDNESDAY
IT'S HALLOWEEN! NO HOMEWORK!
THURSDAY
Math - lesson 60, ALL
News Teams practice for Friday presentations
Study for Reading Theme TEST
ANNOUNCEMENTS: This week and up-coming dates to remember
Tuesday.....Picture retake day
Wednesday...Halloween Parade at 8:15, classroom party to follow.
It's a FUN DAY at Rio..join the class and come in costume!
Thursday....Bike Safety
Friday......Bike Safety
*******************************
Jogging For The Arts - November 9
Return NASA permission form ASAP
End of first trimester Nov. 9
Report cards go home on Nov. 16
Hope to see you on Wednesday. If you find yourself with too much candy at the end of the evening, "Pete" always needs more.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Weekly Messages from Mrs. Jaynes - Coming Soon!
Beginning Friday, October 26, I'll be communicating with you via my new blog. Stay tuned!
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