Hello,
Here it is the last week of school. We still have a lot going on so let me tell you about these ending days of 5th grade.
1. Monday we will tie dye our T shirts.
2. Wednesday is NOT a restructured day. We've enjoyed playing baseball these past weeks and
this week we're playing Mrs. Koue's class. Come by for all the action if you can.
3. Details for the Boardwalk trip on Thursday went home last week. Remember students need
to be picked up at 3:00 after checking out in the office.
4. Dismissal on Friday is at 10:50. Report cards will go home on Friday.
5. I still have a few deposit checks for the social studies CD-ROM.
CAN YOU HELP?? Traditionally, the fifth grade parents and children set-up the refreshments for the sixth grade promotion ceremony. Sixth grade parents provide everything and we just get everything ready. This way 6th grade families can be in the MPR enjoying the celebration, as you will be next year. Please let me know if you and your child can help on Wednesday evening for about an hour. I'll confirm the time with you, but it's usually around 4:00.
This week we will be putting the finishing touches on your very special memory book. These handmade books show lots of love and care, as welll as quality sewing and writing. The pictures bring back wonderful memories of the many activities, projects, and fun days of fifth grade. My, have they grown since the first day of school way back in August!
I'd like to take this opportunity to say thank you for supporting your children with encouragement to grow in so many ways this year. They managed homework, preparing for tests, creating projects, giving oral reports, taking on leadership roles and so much more while continuing with sports, hobbies, music lessons and most of all family activities. They did it all!! I say congratulations to you and your children.
I have appreciated the confidence and trust you have had in me to guide and educate your children. My goal this year, as always, was to inspire your child to have a passion for learning, especially READING! I wanted to include the beauty of the arts in a classroom environment that welcomed questions, valued students' creations, provided opportunity to let their imaginations soar, built confidence, and encouraged students to reach higher each day for academic success.
Here it is my last letter to you. Here are my ending days of being a classroom teacher. This is definitely a career I've LOVED and will miss. I hope to see you at school this week and around town in the future. Drop me a note from time to time. I 'd love hearing from you.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Sunday, June 1, 2008
Monday, May 26, 2008
Week of May 27-30, 2008
Hello,
It was wonderful seeing everyone at Open House. The children were so proud to share their talents and accomplishments from this year in 5th grade. I love the evening and want to thank you for all the positive comments.
This week in Room 10 and important information:
1. White T shirts are due by this Friday, May 30. I also need some wire hangers.
2. We're going to be tie dying on Monday, June 2. I'll need 2-4 parents for an hour from 10:30-11:30 to help with the activity. Let me know if you can help. Remember to wear old clothes that day.
3. Details for the Boardwalk party are in your envelope. Mrs Bird is organizing drivers for this event. She'll be calling to confirm if you have indicated you can drive on June 5.
4. This week we will continue to work on math, geography, social studies plays, and reading activities that give students the opportunity to use the skills they have mastered this year.
5. Reminder! Please have your student bring back the social studies CD-ROM so I can return your deposit check.
6. Remember, next Wednesday, June 4 is NOT RESTRUCTURED.
Homework:
1. Read nightly for 30-40 minutes. AR point update on Friday.
2. Finish work not completed in class: reading TIME covers, practice plays, Paddle to the Sea writing, etc.
Thanks parents for all you do!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
It was wonderful seeing everyone at Open House. The children were so proud to share their talents and accomplishments from this year in 5th grade. I love the evening and want to thank you for all the positive comments.
This week in Room 10 and important information:
1. White T shirts are due by this Friday, May 30. I also need some wire hangers.
2. We're going to be tie dying on Monday, June 2. I'll need 2-4 parents for an hour from 10:30-11:30 to help with the activity. Let me know if you can help. Remember to wear old clothes that day.
3. Details for the Boardwalk party are in your envelope. Mrs Bird is organizing drivers for this event. She'll be calling to confirm if you have indicated you can drive on June 5.
4. This week we will continue to work on math, geography, social studies plays, and reading activities that give students the opportunity to use the skills they have mastered this year.
5. Reminder! Please have your student bring back the social studies CD-ROM so I can return your deposit check.
6. Remember, next Wednesday, June 4 is NOT RESTRUCTURED.
Homework:
1. Read nightly for 30-40 minutes. AR point update on Friday.
2. Finish work not completed in class: reading TIME covers, practice plays, Paddle to the Sea writing, etc.
Thanks parents for all you do!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Week of May 19-23, 2008
Hello,
Open House is this Thursday, May 22 at 6:30. I hope you will visit the classroom with your family to see all of the wonderful work we've done this year. The walls and tables are full.
And don't forget the 5th Grade Spaghetti Dinner before Open House. This is a Science camp fund-raiser for our students who will be in 6th grade next year. The flyer went home last week with all the details. If you have any questions, please call the office.
Students will need to have a WHITE T SHIRT by Friday, May 30. The shirt does NOT need to be new and it can be a shirt with writing on it. Everyone going on the Boardwalk end-of-the year trip wears their tie dyed shirt. Students not going can also tie dye a shirt.
The students love making their shirt, wearing their shirt, and it makes it easier for teachers and parents to identify our children at the Boardwalk. We could also use some wire hangers and parents to help on Monday, June 2 the day we will tie dye. Not sure of the time on the 2nd, but we usually get it done in an hour.
This week in ROOM 10 and other important information:
1. Math in the Real World continues with throwing a party and going on a shopping spree, paying for everything by writing checks.. of course.
2. "How To" presentations are Monday-Thursday. Students were assigned a date last week.
3. Students are taking their writing from last week home to be typed. This TIME magazine article is due on Tuesday, May 20.
4. This week students will do the 3rd DISTRICT WRITING ASSESSMENT. This is done in class over 3 days folllowing the five step writing process.
5. On Wednesday, groups will teach the class a lesson from Chapter 9 in social studies. Most of the preparation was done in class, but they should practice the night before!!
6. This week we will begin a science unit called "TOO GOOD FOR DRUGS".
7. We'll be starting our memory books this week. Some students still need to bring in fabric and the $5.00 to cover the cost of supplies.
8. Next week's envelope will have all the details for the Boardwalk trip.
9. Remember, NO SCHOOL next Monday, May 26.
10. Please have your student bring back the social studies CD-ROM so I can return your deposit check.
HOMEWORK:
1. Continue to read nightly for 30-40 minutes.
2. Prepare for both oral presentations.
3. Typed article is due on Tuesday.
4. No Read Aloud this week. See you at Open House!!
I'll be attending my daughter's graduation on Friday. She's receiving a Master of Arts degree in psychology. Yes, I'm one proud Mama!!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Open House is this Thursday, May 22 at 6:30. I hope you will visit the classroom with your family to see all of the wonderful work we've done this year. The walls and tables are full.
And don't forget the 5th Grade Spaghetti Dinner before Open House. This is a Science camp fund-raiser for our students who will be in 6th grade next year. The flyer went home last week with all the details. If you have any questions, please call the office.
Students will need to have a WHITE T SHIRT by Friday, May 30. The shirt does NOT need to be new and it can be a shirt with writing on it. Everyone going on the Boardwalk end-of-the year trip wears their tie dyed shirt. Students not going can also tie dye a shirt.
The students love making their shirt, wearing their shirt, and it makes it easier for teachers and parents to identify our children at the Boardwalk. We could also use some wire hangers and parents to help on Monday, June 2 the day we will tie dye. Not sure of the time on the 2nd, but we usually get it done in an hour.
This week in ROOM 10 and other important information:
1. Math in the Real World continues with throwing a party and going on a shopping spree, paying for everything by writing checks.. of course.
2. "How To" presentations are Monday-Thursday. Students were assigned a date last week.
3. Students are taking their writing from last week home to be typed. This TIME magazine article is due on Tuesday, May 20.
4. This week students will do the 3rd DISTRICT WRITING ASSESSMENT. This is done in class over 3 days folllowing the five step writing process.
5. On Wednesday, groups will teach the class a lesson from Chapter 9 in social studies. Most of the preparation was done in class, but they should practice the night before!!
6. This week we will begin a science unit called "TOO GOOD FOR DRUGS".
7. We'll be starting our memory books this week. Some students still need to bring in fabric and the $5.00 to cover the cost of supplies.
8. Next week's envelope will have all the details for the Boardwalk trip.
9. Remember, NO SCHOOL next Monday, May 26.
10. Please have your student bring back the social studies CD-ROM so I can return your deposit check.
HOMEWORK:
1. Continue to read nightly for 30-40 minutes.
2. Prepare for both oral presentations.
3. Typed article is due on Tuesday.
4. No Read Aloud this week. See you at Open House!!
I'll be attending my daughter's graduation on Friday. She's receiving a Master of Arts degree in psychology. Yes, I'm one proud Mama!!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Sunday, May 11, 2008
Week of May 12-16, 2008
Hello,
Although we're glad testing is over, we're going to miss those great morning treats. Thank you parents!!
These last weeks of school are really busy and jammed pack with great projects...but very little homework. Each night there might be just a little to finish on a class activity.
This is what happening this week and other important items:
1. Tuesday there will be the "9 Word Science Vocabulary Test". Everyone has flashcards for the words .
2. Monday and Tuesday we will review and the final Theme Test in Reading is Wednesday. Grammar is on the easy side this time!!!
3. The "How To" book report is due on Thursday. Students need to bring in what they made with the written paragraph. Class presentations will be next week. Everyone will get a date before this week is over.
4. The final geography test on all 50 states and capitals is this Friday. Students were given the old tests to help them study and a map of the US to write on.
5. Time to Party!!! The class voted to have a PJ, crazy hair, baseball game, wear your hat. pizza lunch day to celebrate our success in finishing the reading book and all of the comprehension skills, spelling and grammar. Please send in $4.00 to cover the cost of the pizza. Can anyone donate the drinks???? Please give Mrs. Nigh a call. Thanks to the Gering family for the great deal and delicious pizza from their Gilroy restaurant.
6. Still many students who need to bring in their fabric and $5. for the special book we're starting this Tuesday.
7. Slatter Construction sponsored our class this year to receive the Sentinel twice a week. Look for our class thank you, drawn by Kelly McMinn, to appear in the paper.
8. This week begins "Math in the Real World". We'll start with how to use a check book and how to calculate a restaurant bill after taking the family out for dinner. Students are encouraged to bring in a calculator.
9. This week students will begin a writing assignment in class titled "Time Cover and Article". More details to follow.
Homework: Read nightly, study for tests, finish classwork if necessary,work on writing for article. Last week students received an "AR" point update. There is still time to take many tests!! This Thursday, everyone gets a pass for Read Aloud. Hopefully, this extra time we will e devoted to the big geography test on Friday.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
5. Time to party on Friday!!! The class vote
Although we're glad testing is over, we're going to miss those great morning treats. Thank you parents!!
These last weeks of school are really busy and jammed pack with great projects...but very little homework. Each night there might be just a little to finish on a class activity.
This is what happening this week and other important items:
1. Tuesday there will be the "9 Word Science Vocabulary Test". Everyone has flashcards for the words .
2. Monday and Tuesday we will review and the final Theme Test in Reading is Wednesday. Grammar is on the easy side this time!!!
3. The "How To" book report is due on Thursday. Students need to bring in what they made with the written paragraph. Class presentations will be next week. Everyone will get a date before this week is over.
4. The final geography test on all 50 states and capitals is this Friday. Students were given the old tests to help them study and a map of the US to write on.
5. Time to Party!!! The class voted to have a PJ, crazy hair, baseball game, wear your hat. pizza lunch day to celebrate our success in finishing the reading book and all of the comprehension skills, spelling and grammar. Please send in $4.00 to cover the cost of the pizza. Can anyone donate the drinks???? Please give Mrs. Nigh a call. Thanks to the Gering family for the great deal and delicious pizza from their Gilroy restaurant.
6. Still many students who need to bring in their fabric and $5. for the special book we're starting this Tuesday.
7. Slatter Construction sponsored our class this year to receive the Sentinel twice a week. Look for our class thank you, drawn by Kelly McMinn, to appear in the paper.
8. This week begins "Math in the Real World". We'll start with how to use a check book and how to calculate a restaurant bill after taking the family out for dinner. Students are encouraged to bring in a calculator.
9. This week students will begin a writing assignment in class titled "Time Cover and Article". More details to follow.
Homework: Read nightly, study for tests, finish classwork if necessary,work on writing for article. Last week students received an "AR" point update. There is still time to take many tests!! This Thursday, everyone gets a pass for Read Aloud. Hopefully, this extra time we will e devoted to the big geography test on Friday.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
5. Time to party on Friday!!! The class vote
Saturday, May 3, 2008
Week of May 5-9, 2008
Hello,
Our first week of testing went very well. Thank you for the providing the fresh and nutritious snacks. They were a big hit with the students and the teacher. Testing will finish this week with the three remaining tests. There will be homework, but it will be a light week!!. A good opportunity for more reading, the next book report, working on geography, and getting ready for next week's vocabulary test in science.
Just a few reminders:
1. Please return the Boardwalk permission slip.
2. Fabric and $5.00 needs to be in this week. Remember it's either a "fat quarter" or a 1/2 yard of material.
3. Next book report is due on May 15.
Homework: The field guide is due on Friday. Their folder can go home if they need more time.
Monday:
Math - page 12-6, all
Spelling - pages 389/390
Tuesday:
Math - page 12-7, all
Spelling - 391/392
Wednesday:
Writing - work on field guide
Thursday:
DLP
Read Aloud
Study for spelling test
I'd like to share this Chinese saying which always comes to mind as I think of Mother's Day.
"The rain falls on all the fields, but crops only grow in those that have been tiled and sown."
I send my warmest and most sincere praise for everything you do for your children and families everyday. Happy Mother's Day!!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Our first week of testing went very well. Thank you for the providing the fresh and nutritious snacks. They were a big hit with the students and the teacher. Testing will finish this week with the three remaining tests. There will be homework, but it will be a light week!!. A good opportunity for more reading, the next book report, working on geography, and getting ready for next week's vocabulary test in science.
Just a few reminders:
1. Please return the Boardwalk permission slip.
2. Fabric and $5.00 needs to be in this week. Remember it's either a "fat quarter" or a 1/2 yard of material.
3. Next book report is due on May 15.
Homework: The field guide is due on Friday. Their folder can go home if they need more time.
Monday:
Math - page 12-6, all
Spelling - pages 389/390
Tuesday:
Math - page 12-7, all
Spelling - 391/392
Wednesday:
Writing - work on field guide
Thursday:
DLP
Read Aloud
Study for spelling test
I'd like to share this Chinese saying which always comes to mind as I think of Mother's Day.
"The rain falls on all the fields, but crops only grow in those that have been tiled and sown."
I send my warmest and most sincere praise for everything you do for your children and families everyday. Happy Mother's Day!!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Friday, April 25, 2008
Week of April 28 - May 2, 2008
Hello,
This week testing begins with three tests. Language is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday and the first part of math on Friday. Next week, the second part of math is Tuesday and science is Wednesday and Thursday.
Students will have a light fruit/protein snack in class before testing begins. Thanks Mrs. Nigh and parents for making this happen. The kids love it and hate to see testing end. It just helps them relax and feel good. Of course they should eat breakfast before coming to school and get a good night's sleep!! This will be a light homework week, but also a very good time to read nightly and start thinking about the final book report.
This week in Room 10:
1. Please complete and return the permission slip for our end-of-the year trip to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk.
2. Students have the details for the "How To" book report. There are a few things they can't make (they have that short list), but there are lots of books in the public library. with great ideas. They will need to show the book when they give their class presentation. The due date is May 15 for the projects and presentation dates will be the following week.
3. After testing in May we will be making a special project that requires each student to bring in fabric and $5 to cover supplies. Students need EITHER a pre-cut piece of fabric called a "Fat Quarter" or a 1/2 yard of cotton or cotton blend. Beverly's is a good place to get either.
4. The classroom needs tissues and Pete needs some candies. Thanks!
Homework: Read nightly, study science vocab, review all 5o states and capitals for the "big" geography test after testing.
Monday:
Grammar - pages 80/81
Math - pages 8-5/8-6, even only
Tuesday:
Grammar - pages 135/137
Math - 8-7/8-8, even only
Wednesday:
Math - pages 8-11/8-12, even only
Thursday:
Math - 11-9/11-10. even only
Read Aloud
This week we will continue with a few more art projects/lessons. Students are having a great time creating some amazing pictures. They will definitely be on display at Open House.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
This week testing begins with three tests. Language is scheduled for Wednesday and Thursday and the first part of math on Friday. Next week, the second part of math is Tuesday and science is Wednesday and Thursday.
Students will have a light fruit/protein snack in class before testing begins. Thanks Mrs. Nigh and parents for making this happen. The kids love it and hate to see testing end. It just helps them relax and feel good. Of course they should eat breakfast before coming to school and get a good night's sleep!! This will be a light homework week, but also a very good time to read nightly and start thinking about the final book report.
This week in Room 10:
1. Please complete and return the permission slip for our end-of-the year trip to the Santa Cruz Boardwalk.
2. Students have the details for the "How To" book report. There are a few things they can't make (they have that short list), but there are lots of books in the public library. with great ideas. They will need to show the book when they give their class presentation. The due date is May 15 for the projects and presentation dates will be the following week.
3. After testing in May we will be making a special project that requires each student to bring in fabric and $5 to cover supplies. Students need EITHER a pre-cut piece of fabric called a "Fat Quarter" or a 1/2 yard of cotton or cotton blend. Beverly's is a good place to get either.
4. The classroom needs tissues and Pete needs some candies. Thanks!
Homework: Read nightly, study science vocab, review all 5o states and capitals for the "big" geography test after testing.
Monday:
Grammar - pages 80/81
Math - pages 8-5/8-6, even only
Tuesday:
Grammar - pages 135/137
Math - 8-7/8-8, even only
Wednesday:
Math - pages 8-11/8-12, even only
Thursday:
Math - 11-9/11-10. even only
Read Aloud
This week we will continue with a few more art projects/lessons. Students are having a great time creating some amazing pictures. They will definitely be on display at Open House.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Saturday, April 12, 2008
Week of April 14-18, 2008
Hello,
This week begins the final reading theme. Only three more stories, spelling lists, and grammar lessons for the year! Our ice cream party last Friday to celebrate great test scores in reading was well deserved and the perfect way to end the week. Proud of my students for a job well done!
This week, in addition to reading My Brother Sam is Dead, we're going to start watching the video, "1776", which is based on the Tony Award Broadway musical about the American Revolution. Through song and dance, the play answers the very same questions students are reading about in social studies.
What's happening this week in Room 10:
1. Just a reminder. The last day for Boardwalk money is Wednesday. Students can buy a day pass when we attend, but they won't get this discount price.
2. ABC Book is due on Wednesday.
3. Science test on Thursday.
4. Book report due on Friday.
5. No News Teams this week.
Homework: Read nightly for 30 minutes, study for science test, get long-range projects in on time!!!! (Remember, last week there was very little homework!!)
Monday:
Spelling: pages 353/354
Math - 10-1 and 10-2, even only
Science - page 49
Tuesday:
Spelling - pages 355/356
Grammar - pages 74/75
Math - 10-3 and 10-5, even only
Wednesday:
Math - 11-1 and 11-2, even only
Grammar - pages 125/127
Study for science test
Thursday:
Math - 12-1 and 12-4, even only
DLP
Read Aloud
Dates to remember:
1. Geography test on Western states and capitals next Thursday, April 24.
2. State Testing - April 29 - May 9
3. Open House, May 22
I'll be out this Friday and the following Monday. I'm heading to Los Angeles to celebrate Passover with my family. I'll be cooking with my daughters, setting the table with everything special for Passover, and enjoying the traditions I remember as a child. I love this holiday.
Best regards,Melanie Jaynes
This week begins the final reading theme. Only three more stories, spelling lists, and grammar lessons for the year! Our ice cream party last Friday to celebrate great test scores in reading was well deserved and the perfect way to end the week. Proud of my students for a job well done!
This week, in addition to reading My Brother Sam is Dead, we're going to start watching the video, "1776", which is based on the Tony Award Broadway musical about the American Revolution. Through song and dance, the play answers the very same questions students are reading about in social studies.
What's happening this week in Room 10:
1. Just a reminder. The last day for Boardwalk money is Wednesday. Students can buy a day pass when we attend, but they won't get this discount price.
2. ABC Book is due on Wednesday.
3. Science test on Thursday.
4. Book report due on Friday.
5. No News Teams this week.
Homework: Read nightly for 30 minutes, study for science test, get long-range projects in on time!!!! (Remember, last week there was very little homework!!)
Monday:
Spelling: pages 353/354
Math - 10-1 and 10-2, even only
Science - page 49
Tuesday:
Spelling - pages 355/356
Grammar - pages 74/75
Math - 10-3 and 10-5, even only
Wednesday:
Math - 11-1 and 11-2, even only
Grammar - pages 125/127
Study for science test
Thursday:
Math - 12-1 and 12-4, even only
DLP
Read Aloud
Dates to remember:
1. Geography test on Western states and capitals next Thursday, April 24.
2. State Testing - April 29 - May 9
3. Open House, May 22
I'll be out this Friday and the following Monday. I'm heading to Los Angeles to celebrate Passover with my family. I'll be cooking with my daughters, setting the table with everything special for Passover, and enjoying the traditions I remember as a child. I love this holiday.
Best regards,Melanie Jaynes
Sunday, April 6, 2008
Week of April 7-11, 2008
Hello,
This is a light homework week. Just the opportunity to work on the projects due next week. The social studies book is due April 16 and the book report is due April 18.
In your envelope is the Attendee Registration for the Sixth Annual Golf Tournament Dinner, Dance and Auction. You don't want to miss this great event. It's so much fun!! Hats off to Parent Alliance for the hours of organizing and planning to make this event happen. Lots of much needed money is raised for the children at Rio.
This week in room 10:
1. The Theme 5 Reading Assessment is Wednesday. We'll review Mon. and Tues. and make a study guide. No new grammar or spelling this week.
2. News Teams 3 and 4 will report the news on Friday.
3. Don't forget Boardwalk money is due by April 16.
5. On Friday there will be an "ANTI-BULLY" assembly.
6. On Friday students will celebrate their success in reading. The class vote will determine what we do.
7. Next Thursday, April 17, there will be a science test on Matter and Properties.
Homework: Read Nightly, work on projects, study for reading test on Wednesday.
Monday
Math - New book, 9-1 and 9-2, R and H
Science - page 135
Tuesday
Math - New book, 9-3, R and H
Science - Page 139
Wednesday -
Math - New book, 9-4, R and H
Science - Page 134
Thursday
Read Aloud
Practice for News Teams
Just a note, the classroom needs tissues, paper towels, and some small wrapped candies.
Thank you and best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
This is a light homework week. Just the opportunity to work on the projects due next week. The social studies book is due April 16 and the book report is due April 18.
In your envelope is the Attendee Registration for the Sixth Annual Golf Tournament Dinner, Dance and Auction. You don't want to miss this great event. It's so much fun!! Hats off to Parent Alliance for the hours of organizing and planning to make this event happen. Lots of much needed money is raised for the children at Rio.
This week in room 10:
1. The Theme 5 Reading Assessment is Wednesday. We'll review Mon. and Tues. and make a study guide. No new grammar or spelling this week.
2. News Teams 3 and 4 will report the news on Friday.
3. Don't forget Boardwalk money is due by April 16.
5. On Friday there will be an "ANTI-BULLY" assembly.
6. On Friday students will celebrate their success in reading. The class vote will determine what we do.
7. Next Thursday, April 17, there will be a science test on Matter and Properties.
Homework: Read Nightly, work on projects, study for reading test on Wednesday.
Monday
Math - New book, 9-1 and 9-2, R and H
Science - page 135
Tuesday
Math - New book, 9-3, R and H
Science - Page 139
Wednesday -
Math - New book, 9-4, R and H
Science - Page 134
Thursday
Read Aloud
Practice for News Teams
Just a note, the classroom needs tissues, paper towels, and some small wrapped candies.
Thank you and best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Sunday, March 30, 2008
WEEK OF MARCH 31 - APRIL 4, 2008
Hello,
Welcome back ! I hope you had a great week of family, fun, a chocolate bunny or two, and a break from homework.
In your envelope you'll find information about the end-of-the-year party at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk on June 5. I'm hoping you'll be able to join us for this fun day. If you or your student will need to purchase a wristband for our day at the Boardwalk, please return the form with your money by April 16. Checks need to be made out to Rio Del Mar Parent Alliance. Thanks so much! And remember, if your student has an ANNUAL PASS they DO NOT need to purchase a day pass. They just need to bring it with them on June 5. I'll be sending more information about this day as we get closer to going.
This week in Room 10:
1. We're back to our usual homework schedule for a five day week!! If the Sentinel gets delivered on Monday, we'll have News Teams this week.
2. Students have all the information for the next book report due on April 18.
3. On Monday, we're going to begin an illustrated children's book in social studies. There will be class time and their folder can go home nightly. This ABC BOOK is due on April 16.
4. The California Distinguished School Team is visiting our very distinguished school this Thursday.
5. The BIG SPIN IS Friday.
6. On Friday, the "5 DAY MATH GROUP" will have the end of the year test.
Homework: Remember to read nightly and bring a book to class daily. Work on social studies booklet nightly.
Monday:
Math - Review, tests 16/17, even only
Spelling - Pages 329/330
Tuesday:
Math - Review tests 18/19 B, even only
Spelling - Pages 331/332
Grammar - Pages 70/73
Wednesday:
Math - Review, tests 20/21 B, even only
Grammar - Pages 119/123
Thursday:
Math - Review tests 22/23 B, even only
DLP
Read Aloud
Study for final spelling test
Reread Elena, if necessary
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Welcome back ! I hope you had a great week of family, fun, a chocolate bunny or two, and a break from homework.
In your envelope you'll find information about the end-of-the-year party at the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk on June 5. I'm hoping you'll be able to join us for this fun day. If you or your student will need to purchase a wristband for our day at the Boardwalk, please return the form with your money by April 16. Checks need to be made out to Rio Del Mar Parent Alliance. Thanks so much! And remember, if your student has an ANNUAL PASS they DO NOT need to purchase a day pass. They just need to bring it with them on June 5. I'll be sending more information about this day as we get closer to going.
This week in Room 10:
1. We're back to our usual homework schedule for a five day week!! If the Sentinel gets delivered on Monday, we'll have News Teams this week.
2. Students have all the information for the next book report due on April 18.
3. On Monday, we're going to begin an illustrated children's book in social studies. There will be class time and their folder can go home nightly. This ABC BOOK is due on April 16.
4. The California Distinguished School Team is visiting our very distinguished school this Thursday.
5. The BIG SPIN IS Friday.
6. On Friday, the "5 DAY MATH GROUP" will have the end of the year test.
Homework: Remember to read nightly and bring a book to class daily. Work on social studies booklet nightly.
Monday:
Math - Review, tests 16/17, even only
Spelling - Pages 329/330
Tuesday:
Math - Review tests 18/19 B, even only
Spelling - Pages 331/332
Grammar - Pages 70/73
Wednesday:
Math - Review, tests 20/21 B, even only
Grammar - Pages 119/123
Thursday:
Math - Review tests 22/23 B, even only
DLP
Read Aloud
Study for final spelling test
Reread Elena, if necessary
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Sunday, March 16, 2008
WEEK OF MARCH 17-20, 2008
Hello,
Our field trip to the courthouse was, as many students mentioned, the BEST! Everyone was prepared to present the case and anxious to hear the verdict. I congratulate the class for a job well done. Last Friday Sara Clarenback come to the classroom to tie up lose ends and answer questions. She also gave the children high praise. We were extremely fortunate to have her as our coach and legal advisor.
This week in Room 10:
1. On Monday we'll be seeing a fifty-minute version of Romeo and Juliet presented by Shakespeare To Go from UC Santa Cruz.
2. This week students will get the details for the next book report and have an opportunity to go to the school library to select a book. The genre is science fiction/fantasy. The due date for this book report is April 18.
3. No new spelling or grammar this week. Literacy will center around the the book we will begin to read. My Brother Sam is Dead is an above grade level book that fits perfectly with social studies. The plot will generate questions to be discussed in class. Vocabulary and comprehension questions will be completed for homework.
4. President presentations continue on Monday and Tuesday.
5. Monday and Tuesday we will review the study guide for the Chapter 7 social studies test on Wednesday.
6. Wednesday we'll see the 1st grade play. This is always a class favorite. They remember when.....
7. We will be writing thank you notes to Judge Salazar.
8. Please sign and return the report card envelope.
Homework: Nightly reading for 30 minutes, study for social studies test.
Monday:
Math - Review, tests 1 and 3 B
Reading - Comprehension questions and vocabulary, chapter 1
Tuesday:
Math - Review, tests 5 and 7 B
Reading - Comprehension questions and vocabulary, chapter 2
Social studies - Study for Chapter 7 test
Wednesday:
Math - Review, tests 9 and 11 B
Reading - Comprehension questions and vocabulary, chapter 3
Thursday:
Math - Review, tests 13 and 15 B
Reading - Comprehension questions and vocabulary, chapter 4
Friday begins the Spring recess. Enjoy the holiday and the time for "R and R". Hopefully, all those nasty colds and other assorted bugs that have hung around all too long will be gone when school resumes on March 31!!! Just a reminder and hint, students should be reading during the vacation!! Many students have a third trimester goal to " pump up" those AR POINTS, not to mention the joy of reading when the nights are not filled with homework.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Our field trip to the courthouse was, as many students mentioned, the BEST! Everyone was prepared to present the case and anxious to hear the verdict. I congratulate the class for a job well done. Last Friday Sara Clarenback come to the classroom to tie up lose ends and answer questions. She also gave the children high praise. We were extremely fortunate to have her as our coach and legal advisor.
This week in Room 10:
1. On Monday we'll be seeing a fifty-minute version of Romeo and Juliet presented by Shakespeare To Go from UC Santa Cruz.
2. This week students will get the details for the next book report and have an opportunity to go to the school library to select a book. The genre is science fiction/fantasy. The due date for this book report is April 18.
3. No new spelling or grammar this week. Literacy will center around the the book we will begin to read. My Brother Sam is Dead is an above grade level book that fits perfectly with social studies. The plot will generate questions to be discussed in class. Vocabulary and comprehension questions will be completed for homework.
4. President presentations continue on Monday and Tuesday.
5. Monday and Tuesday we will review the study guide for the Chapter 7 social studies test on Wednesday.
6. Wednesday we'll see the 1st grade play. This is always a class favorite. They remember when.....
7. We will be writing thank you notes to Judge Salazar.
8. Please sign and return the report card envelope.
Homework: Nightly reading for 30 minutes, study for social studies test.
Monday:
Math - Review, tests 1 and 3 B
Reading - Comprehension questions and vocabulary, chapter 1
Tuesday:
Math - Review, tests 5 and 7 B
Reading - Comprehension questions and vocabulary, chapter 2
Social studies - Study for Chapter 7 test
Wednesday:
Math - Review, tests 9 and 11 B
Reading - Comprehension questions and vocabulary, chapter 3
Thursday:
Math - Review, tests 13 and 15 B
Reading - Comprehension questions and vocabulary, chapter 4
Friday begins the Spring recess. Enjoy the holiday and the time for "R and R". Hopefully, all those nasty colds and other assorted bugs that have hung around all too long will be gone when school resumes on March 31!!! Just a reminder and hint, students should be reading during the vacation!! Many students have a third trimester goal to " pump up" those AR POINTS, not to mention the joy of reading when the nights are not filled with homework.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Saturday, March 8, 2008
WEEK OF MARCH 10-14, 2008
Hello,
Today begins the final trimester of the school year. As you know, report cards go home this Friday. Thank you parents for supporting your child with their school work. I know your NUMBER 1 priority is the same as mine, an enjoyable journey to academic success.
This is what's happening this week in Room 10:
1. Tuesday we're going to the Santa Cruz Courthouse. Remember, everyone needs a bag lunch. The drivers are in place and we will be leaving around 10:30.
Homework: Continue to read nightly for 30 minutes.
Monday:
Math - lesson 116, all
Spelling - pages 315/316
Social studies - packet, page 71
Tuesday:
Math - lessons, 117/118, even only
Spelling - Pages 317/318
Grammar - pages 67/68
Wednesday :
Math - lesson 119, all
Grammar - pages 114/116
Social studies, study guide in packet
Thursday:
Math - practice test 23B
Study for spelling and reading tests
Read Aloud
DLP
Dates to Remember:
Spring Recess - March 21-March 28
Social Studies Test - Next week, Wednesday, March 19. Letter is also due.
Next book report - Science fiction, due April 18. Details to follow.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Today begins the final trimester of the school year. As you know, report cards go home this Friday. Thank you parents for supporting your child with their school work. I know your NUMBER 1 priority is the same as mine, an enjoyable journey to academic success.
This is what's happening this week in Room 10:
1. Tuesday we're going to the Santa Cruz Courthouse. Remember, everyone needs a bag lunch. The drivers are in place and we will be leaving around 10:30.
Homework: Continue to read nightly for 30 minutes.
Monday:
Math - lesson 116, all
Spelling - pages 315/316
Social studies - packet, page 71
Tuesday:
Math - lessons, 117/118, even only
Spelling - Pages 317/318
Grammar - pages 67/68
Wednesday :
Math - lesson 119, all
Grammar - pages 114/116
Social studies, study guide in packet
Thursday:
Math - practice test 23B
Study for spelling and reading tests
Read Aloud
DLP
Dates to Remember:
Spring Recess - March 21-March 28
Social Studies Test - Next week, Wednesday, March 19. Letter is also due.
Next book report - Science fiction, due April 18. Details to follow.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Week of March 3-7, 2008
Hello,
Thank you parents for the good food and help at last Friday's Pot Luck lunch. A great time was had by all!!
This week in Room 10:
1. On Thursday, local attorney, Sara Clarenback will visit the class. During this introductory session, she will go over all the details for our court visit/trial play which is scheduled for next Tuesday, March 11. Please let me know if you can drive or contact Mrs. Bird who is organizing the drivers. We will leave school at 10:45 and return for regular dismissal.
2. Please read and complete the Consent for the California Healthy Kids Survery. It is important that I have a completed form for each student. There is a place to check if you do not give permission.
3. The research paper is due on Thursday, March 6. Oral presentations will be next week. Students will get the details and a date by the end of this week.
4. The trimester ends this Friday and report cards go home on the 14th.
5. I gave everyone an AR POINT update last week and they will have their final number for the trimester on Friday. Many students made a great increase. I'm looking for that improvement!
Homework:
Remember nightly reading and there will be a geography test on the 4 southwest states and capitals on Friday.
Monday:
Math - lesson 111, all
Spelling - pages 299/300
Social studies - packet, pages 66/67
Tuesday:
Math - lessons 112/113, even only
Spelling pages 301/302
Grammar - pages 63/64
Social studies - packet, pages 68/69
Wednesday:
Math - lesson 114, all
Grammar - pages 108/112
Social studies - packet, page 70
Thursday:
Math - practice test, 22B
Read Aloud
DLP
Study for spelling test and geography test
Wishing everyone a great week!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Thank you parents for the good food and help at last Friday's Pot Luck lunch. A great time was had by all!!
This week in Room 10:
1. On Thursday, local attorney, Sara Clarenback will visit the class. During this introductory session, she will go over all the details for our court visit/trial play which is scheduled for next Tuesday, March 11. Please let me know if you can drive or contact Mrs. Bird who is organizing the drivers. We will leave school at 10:45 and return for regular dismissal.
2. Please read and complete the Consent for the California Healthy Kids Survery. It is important that I have a completed form for each student. There is a place to check if you do not give permission.
3. The research paper is due on Thursday, March 6. Oral presentations will be next week. Students will get the details and a date by the end of this week.
4. The trimester ends this Friday and report cards go home on the 14th.
5. I gave everyone an AR POINT update last week and they will have their final number for the trimester on Friday. Many students made a great increase. I'm looking for that improvement!
Homework:
Remember nightly reading and there will be a geography test on the 4 southwest states and capitals on Friday.
Monday:
Math - lesson 111, all
Spelling - pages 299/300
Social studies - packet, pages 66/67
Tuesday:
Math - lessons 112/113, even only
Spelling pages 301/302
Grammar - pages 63/64
Social studies - packet, pages 68/69
Wednesday:
Math - lesson 114, all
Grammar - pages 108/112
Social studies - packet, page 70
Thursday:
Math - practice test, 22B
Read Aloud
DLP
Study for spelling test and geography test
Wishing everyone a great week!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Sunday, February 24, 2008
WEEK OF FEBRUARY 25-29, 2008
Hello,
The scores from last week's Theme 4 Reading Assessment were terrific! We'll celebrate this success with a party lunch on Friday. The class voted for a "pot luck" and dress up day. I'm expecting to see some terrific 60's hippies, students dressed head to toe in their favorite color, and piggy costumes. We'll be eating at 11:45. Please have your food to school in the norning and join the fun. There is always alot of food and we can always use some extra hands!! Please check with your child to see what they have signed up for.
This week in Room 10:
1. Monday we're going to hear the Santa Cruz Symphony at the Civic Center. Everyone needs a bag lunch.
2. Please complete the permission slip for the Elementary Law Program court visit and trial play. I'll need drivers for this field trip. I hope you can attend. It's a wonderful experience for children and parents.
3. Social studies test on Chapter 6 is Thursday. The colonial newspaper on the Middle Colonies is also due on Thursday.
Homework: Read nightly fo 30 minutes, use the study guide for the social studies test.
Monday:
Math - Lesson 106, all
Spelling - Pages 279/280
Social Studies - Chapter 6 review
Tuesday:
Math - Lessons 107/108, even only
Spelling - Pages 281/282
Grammar - Pages 60/61
Wednesday:
Math - Lesson 109, all
Grammar - Pages 102/104
Social Studies - Study for test on Thursday. Newspaper due on Thursday.
Thursday:
Math - Practice test and review, test 21B
Spelling - Study for Friday test
Language - Read Aloud and DLP
Reading - Reread weekly story if necessary for Friday test
Dates To Remember:
1. Field trip on March 11 to the courthouse
2. End of the second trimester is March 7.
3. Report cards go home on March 14.
4. Research project, Presidant's of the United States, is due March 6.
5. Next book report is due March 14. Students are reading a biography.
There's a whole lot of learning going on in Room 10! I'm very proud to see my students reach our NUMBER 1 GOAL...academic success.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
The scores from last week's Theme 4 Reading Assessment were terrific! We'll celebrate this success with a party lunch on Friday. The class voted for a "pot luck" and dress up day. I'm expecting to see some terrific 60's hippies, students dressed head to toe in their favorite color, and piggy costumes. We'll be eating at 11:45. Please have your food to school in the norning and join the fun. There is always alot of food and we can always use some extra hands!! Please check with your child to see what they have signed up for.
This week in Room 10:
1. Monday we're going to hear the Santa Cruz Symphony at the Civic Center. Everyone needs a bag lunch.
2. Please complete the permission slip for the Elementary Law Program court visit and trial play. I'll need drivers for this field trip. I hope you can attend. It's a wonderful experience for children and parents.
3. Social studies test on Chapter 6 is Thursday. The colonial newspaper on the Middle Colonies is also due on Thursday.
Homework: Read nightly fo 30 minutes, use the study guide for the social studies test.
Monday:
Math - Lesson 106, all
Spelling - Pages 279/280
Social Studies - Chapter 6 review
Tuesday:
Math - Lessons 107/108, even only
Spelling - Pages 281/282
Grammar - Pages 60/61
Wednesday:
Math - Lesson 109, all
Grammar - Pages 102/104
Social Studies - Study for test on Thursday. Newspaper due on Thursday.
Thursday:
Math - Practice test and review, test 21B
Spelling - Study for Friday test
Language - Read Aloud and DLP
Reading - Reread weekly story if necessary for Friday test
Dates To Remember:
1. Field trip on March 11 to the courthouse
2. End of the second trimester is March 7.
3. Report cards go home on March 14.
4. Research project, Presidant's of the United States, is due March 6.
5. Next book report is due March 14. Students are reading a biography.
There's a whole lot of learning going on in Room 10! I'm very proud to see my students reach our NUMBER 1 GOAL...academic success.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Monday, February 18, 2008
WEEK OF FEBRUARY 19-22, 2008
Hello,
Last week was packed with fun. Thank you parents for the Valentine's Breakfast and driving to the NWS in Monterey. Of course we'll be writing thank you notes to our hosts for the informative and exciting tour they provided. Hope you're enjoying the Valentine booklet that brought lots of smiles to everyone. This is another short week also packed with lots to do. We're back to nightly homework and don't forget the due date for the research project is March 6.
THIS WEEK IN ROOM 10:
1. Tuesday is the final Family Life class. The topic is puberty/reproductive systems. The nurse will talk to the girls and Mr. Kitch will instruct the boys.
2. The next book report is a biography due on March 14. For sure I'll be giving out the activity this week. We just didn't have time last week.
3. Thursday is the Theme 4 Reading Assessment.
4. No new grammar this week, but there will be spelling. Words will be from the novel we're reading and everyone will follow the "Piggy" contract.
5. No "half yellow" in this week's envelope.
6. Next Monday we're off to the symphony in Santa Cruz by school bus. I can take two parents. Let me know if you're interested.
HOMEWORK: Read nightly, work on research project, and review for reading assessment.
Tuesday:
Math - lessons 101/102, even
Spelling - Contract
Social studies - Packet, page 57
DLP - Review
Wednesday:
Math - lessons 103/104, even
Spelling - Contract
Social Studies - Packet, pages 58/59
DLP - Review
Thursday:
Math - lesson 105, all
Study for spelling test
Social Studies - Packet, pages 60/61
Candies, cards, cookies, and very special gifts and notes made my Valentine's Day terrific. Heartfelt thanks to everyone.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Last week was packed with fun. Thank you parents for the Valentine's Breakfast and driving to the NWS in Monterey. Of course we'll be writing thank you notes to our hosts for the informative and exciting tour they provided. Hope you're enjoying the Valentine booklet that brought lots of smiles to everyone. This is another short week also packed with lots to do. We're back to nightly homework and don't forget the due date for the research project is March 6.
THIS WEEK IN ROOM 10:
1. Tuesday is the final Family Life class. The topic is puberty/reproductive systems. The nurse will talk to the girls and Mr. Kitch will instruct the boys.
2. The next book report is a biography due on March 14. For sure I'll be giving out the activity this week. We just didn't have time last week.
3. Thursday is the Theme 4 Reading Assessment.
4. No new grammar this week, but there will be spelling. Words will be from the novel we're reading and everyone will follow the "Piggy" contract.
5. No "half yellow" in this week's envelope.
6. Next Monday we're off to the symphony in Santa Cruz by school bus. I can take two parents. Let me know if you're interested.
HOMEWORK: Read nightly, work on research project, and review for reading assessment.
Tuesday:
Math - lessons 101/102, even
Spelling - Contract
Social studies - Packet, page 57
DLP - Review
Wednesday:
Math - lessons 103/104, even
Spelling - Contract
Social Studies - Packet, pages 58/59
DLP - Review
Thursday:
Math - lesson 105, all
Study for spelling test
Social Studies - Packet, pages 60/61
Candies, cards, cookies, and very special gifts and notes made my Valentine's Day terrific. Heartfelt thanks to everyone.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Monday, February 11, 2008
WEEK OF FEBRUARY 12-15, 2008
Hello,
This is a very short school week with Monday's school holiday, family life on Tuesday, restructured Wednesday, Valentine's Day celebrations on Thursday, and our field trip to Monterey on Friday.
So I'm calling this a week of "R and R and R"....reading, research, and review. What you might have heard from your child is true. There will be NO WRITTEN HOMEWORK. It's a perfect week for students to work nightly on their research project and just read for enjoyment. Maybe also a fourth "R" for some relaxation!
All week I'll be reviewing math concepts in class. We'll continue reading Bridge to Terabithia (working with the vocabulary from the book), the Elementary Law Play, getting ready for the next book report, and learning research skills for the big project.
FYI:
1. The second Family Life class on Tuesday is coed and about pregnancy and birth.
2. Don't forget the Valentine's Breakfast on Thursday and card exchange after lunch. Everyone is welcome to stop by and enjoy this day that the children just LOVE! It's also Rio Spirit Day, so wear your pink, purple, and red!!!
3. If you are driving to the NWS in Monterey on Friday, please be in the room by 8:45 as we'll be leaving at 9:00. REMEMBER TO BRING A LUNCH. Looks like the weather is going to be terrific and we'll be eating lunch at Dennis the Menace Park. I'll have a folder with driving directions for each of you.
4. NO SCHOOL next Monday, February 18, 2008.
Room 10 has been hit very hard with all the bugs going around. The sunshine couldn't have come at a better time. Hope you're all well and enjoying these long weekends.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
This is a very short school week with Monday's school holiday, family life on Tuesday, restructured Wednesday, Valentine's Day celebrations on Thursday, and our field trip to Monterey on Friday.
So I'm calling this a week of "R and R and R"....reading, research, and review. What you might have heard from your child is true. There will be NO WRITTEN HOMEWORK. It's a perfect week for students to work nightly on their research project and just read for enjoyment. Maybe also a fourth "R" for some relaxation!
All week I'll be reviewing math concepts in class. We'll continue reading Bridge to Terabithia (working with the vocabulary from the book), the Elementary Law Play, getting ready for the next book report, and learning research skills for the big project.
FYI:
1. The second Family Life class on Tuesday is coed and about pregnancy and birth.
2. Don't forget the Valentine's Breakfast on Thursday and card exchange after lunch. Everyone is welcome to stop by and enjoy this day that the children just LOVE! It's also Rio Spirit Day, so wear your pink, purple, and red!!!
3. If you are driving to the NWS in Monterey on Friday, please be in the room by 8:45 as we'll be leaving at 9:00. REMEMBER TO BRING A LUNCH. Looks like the weather is going to be terrific and we'll be eating lunch at Dennis the Menace Park. I'll have a folder with driving directions for each of you.
4. NO SCHOOL next Monday, February 18, 2008.
Room 10 has been hit very hard with all the bugs going around. The sunshine couldn't have come at a better time. Hope you're all well and enjoying these long weekends.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Sunday, February 3, 2008
Week of February 4-8, 2008
Hello,
With two school holidays honoring past presidents this month and a presidential election in the news on a daily basis, interest is high as we begin the research project, "The President's of the United States". Monday students will get their assignment and begin by learning how to make note cards. This project is due on March 6. Please take a minute to see the required sections and help your student with TIME MANAGEMENT!! For some, the holidays are a great time to work on projects, and for many the 3 day weekends are great opportunities to get away.
This week in Room 10:
1. Book report presentations are Tuesday-Friday. Students have the date of their presentation in their planner. Remember, "Everyone's A Critic".
2. Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Please send in $5.00 to cover the breakfast cost and return the bottom of the flyer if you can help with this fun celebration or just give our room moms a call. Both Mrs. Rossi and Mrs. Nigh would love to hear from you. We'll have a class Valentine card exchange after lunch on the 14th. Students will get a class list this week.
3. Please complete and return both the permission slip for the symphony concert and the PVUSD Parent Survey. The survey can also be completed online.
4. The first Family LIfe class on the Immune System and HIV/AIDS is this Tuesday.
5. This week we'll begin reading Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson in class. It's a wonderful book filled with multiple themes that fifth grade students can identify with.
Homework: Remember to read nightly for 30 minutes. Also, study for the geography test on the midwestern states and capials which is Wednesday and the science test on Friday.
Monday:
Spelling - pages 253/254
Math - lesson 96, all
Tuesday:
Spelling - pages 255/256
Grammar - pages 58/59
Math - lessons 97/98, even only
Wednesday:
Grammar - 98/100
Math - lesson 99, all
Thursday:
Math - Practice test 19B
Spelling - study for final test
Read Aloud
Dates to Remember:
1. No school next Monday, February 11.
2. Sign of the Beaver cabin project due Tuesday, February 12.
3. Field trip to he NWS on Friday, February 15. Mrs. Bird is organizing the drivers for this field trip. Please let me know if you can drive.
Thanks everyone for the many boxes of tissues and bags of candy. This is a good time to ckeck with your student to see if they need to replenish binder paper and pencils!!
Have a great week.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
With two school holidays honoring past presidents this month and a presidential election in the news on a daily basis, interest is high as we begin the research project, "The President's of the United States". Monday students will get their assignment and begin by learning how to make note cards. This project is due on March 6. Please take a minute to see the required sections and help your student with TIME MANAGEMENT!! For some, the holidays are a great time to work on projects, and for many the 3 day weekends are great opportunities to get away.
This week in Room 10:
1. Book report presentations are Tuesday-Friday. Students have the date of their presentation in their planner. Remember, "Everyone's A Critic".
2. Valentine's Day is just around the corner. Please send in $5.00 to cover the breakfast cost and return the bottom of the flyer if you can help with this fun celebration or just give our room moms a call. Both Mrs. Rossi and Mrs. Nigh would love to hear from you. We'll have a class Valentine card exchange after lunch on the 14th. Students will get a class list this week.
3. Please complete and return both the permission slip for the symphony concert and the PVUSD Parent Survey. The survey can also be completed online.
4. The first Family LIfe class on the Immune System and HIV/AIDS is this Tuesday.
5. This week we'll begin reading Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson in class. It's a wonderful book filled with multiple themes that fifth grade students can identify with.
Homework: Remember to read nightly for 30 minutes. Also, study for the geography test on the midwestern states and capials which is Wednesday and the science test on Friday.
Monday:
Spelling - pages 253/254
Math - lesson 96, all
Tuesday:
Spelling - pages 255/256
Grammar - pages 58/59
Math - lessons 97/98, even only
Wednesday:
Grammar - 98/100
Math - lesson 99, all
Thursday:
Math - Practice test 19B
Spelling - study for final test
Read Aloud
Dates to Remember:
1. No school next Monday, February 11.
2. Sign of the Beaver cabin project due Tuesday, February 12.
3. Field trip to he NWS on Friday, February 15. Mrs. Bird is organizing the drivers for this field trip. Please let me know if you can drive.
Thanks everyone for the many boxes of tissues and bags of candy. This is a good time to ckeck with your student to see if they need to replenish binder paper and pencils!!
Have a great week.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Week of January 28 - February 1, 2008
Hello,
This week we will have three big projects going on. First will be the district writing assessment which is completed in class over three days.
The second project is the Elementary Law Program. Working with local attorney, Sara Clarenbach, the class will prepare a play to perform at the County Court House in Santa Cruz. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, March 11. This is an outstanding program for the children to see the jury system in action. This week we will read and cast the play. Prior to our courtroom presentation, Ms. Clarenbach will visit to give the students an overview of what to expect when they are in the acutual court.
Also this week, we will begin a research project titled, "The Presidents of the United States". This is the only research project for the year and is due March 6th, giving the students almost 5 weeks to complete all of the required sections. Class time will will be devoted to learning how to do research, note taking, writing a bibliography, etc., but actual writing will be done at home. On Friday, students need to come prepared with the names of three presidents they would like to reserch for their report. They will definitely be assigned one of their choices.
This week:
* Please check out the flyer for the Valentine's Breakfast. In addition to sending in $5.00, PLEASE return the bottom of the flyer. The room moms need lots of help! I promise you'll have a great time!
* The science projects are due this Thursday.
* News Teams 3 and 4 will report the news on Friday. Hooray for a 5 day week!
* Join me in congratulating Marcus and Scott. They are our classroom spelling champs and will respresent our class in the school spelling bee.
* Chapter 5 Social Studies Test on Wednesday.
* Students have been assigned a date for their book review. Check their planner.
Homework: Read nightly for 30 minutes.Study for social studies test on WednesdayMonday -
Math - lesson 91, all
Spelling - Pages 237/238
News Teams - Select article, complete "5W" paper for Thursday.
Tuesday:
Math- Lessons 92/93, even only
Spelling - Pages 239/240
Grammar - Pages 56/57.
Wednesday:
Math - lesson 94, all
Grammar - Pages 94/96
News Teams - Complete worksheet
Thursday:
Math - lesson, 95, all
Read Aloud
Study for spelling test
President's Report: Hand in the names of 3 presidents you want to write about.
Dates to Remember:
1. Family Life parent preview Wednesday at 6 pm.
2. Book reviews next week, Tuesday - Friday.
Thanks to everyone who sent in boxes of tissues. We could use come more..and some wrapped candies too.
Best wishes,
Melanie Jaynes
This week we will have three big projects going on. First will be the district writing assessment which is completed in class over three days.
The second project is the Elementary Law Program. Working with local attorney, Sara Clarenbach, the class will prepare a play to perform at the County Court House in Santa Cruz. Mark your calendar for Tuesday, March 11. This is an outstanding program for the children to see the jury system in action. This week we will read and cast the play. Prior to our courtroom presentation, Ms. Clarenbach will visit to give the students an overview of what to expect when they are in the acutual court.
Also this week, we will begin a research project titled, "The Presidents of the United States". This is the only research project for the year and is due March 6th, giving the students almost 5 weeks to complete all of the required sections. Class time will will be devoted to learning how to do research, note taking, writing a bibliography, etc., but actual writing will be done at home. On Friday, students need to come prepared with the names of three presidents they would like to reserch for their report. They will definitely be assigned one of their choices.
This week:
* Please check out the flyer for the Valentine's Breakfast. In addition to sending in $5.00, PLEASE return the bottom of the flyer. The room moms need lots of help! I promise you'll have a great time!
* The science projects are due this Thursday.
* News Teams 3 and 4 will report the news on Friday. Hooray for a 5 day week!
* Join me in congratulating Marcus and Scott. They are our classroom spelling champs and will respresent our class in the school spelling bee.
* Chapter 5 Social Studies Test on Wednesday.
* Students have been assigned a date for their book review. Check their planner.
Homework: Read nightly for 30 minutes.Study for social studies test on WednesdayMonday -
Math - lesson 91, all
Spelling - Pages 237/238
News Teams - Select article, complete "5W" paper for Thursday.
Tuesday:
Math- Lessons 92/93, even only
Spelling - Pages 239/240
Grammar - Pages 56/57.
Wednesday:
Math - lesson 94, all
Grammar - Pages 94/96
News Teams - Complete worksheet
Thursday:
Math - lesson, 95, all
Read Aloud
Study for spelling test
President's Report: Hand in the names of 3 presidents you want to write about.
Dates to Remember:
1. Family Life parent preview Wednesday at 6 pm.
2. Book reviews next week, Tuesday - Friday.
Thanks to everyone who sent in boxes of tissues. We could use come more..and some wrapped candies too.
Best wishes,
Melanie Jaynes
Monday, January 21, 2008
Week of January 22-25, 2008
Hello,
There are two important papers in your envelope this week. First is the permission slip for the three Family Life Education classes. Yes, it's that time of year! If you have any questions, the school nurse is holding an information night to review the curriculum on January 30, at 6pm in the Rio MPR.
It's also time to order the school yearbook for 2007-2008. All the information is on the flyer. This presale runs from January 22-February 22. There are always a few that be purchased when they arrive, but ordering now will insure your student gets a yearbook.
Other important info:
We have some classroom needs. Can you help supply the class with boxes of tissues? I couldn't find a box after searching the room. And, Pete needs some small wrapped candies. I've had lots of reasons for students to get a treat and Pete is EMPTY!!! Thanks in advance!
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, the class is working on a special booklet for each classmate. This is a keeper...look for it to come home on February 14. Also, the room mothers from all three fifth grade classes are meeting to plan the annual 5th Grade Valentine's Breakfast. This is a fun and nutritious way to celebrate with 5th grade friends. There will be a flyer with all the details in next week's folder. Once the plans are set, I know they will need lots of help. By the way, the children love this day and the parents and teachers have a fun time too!
Homework: Remember to read nightly for 30 minutes.
Tuesday:
Math - lessons 86/87, even only
Spelling - Pages 223/224
Grammar - pages 52/53
Social Studies - packet, pages 47/48, five game questions and answers
Wednesday:
Math - lessons 88/89, even only
Spelling: pages 225/226
Grammar: pages 90/91
Social Studies: packet, pages 49/50, five game questions and answers
Thursday:
Math - lesson 90, all
Study for spelling test
Read Aloud
Social studies - packet, pages 51, 52, 53
Dates to Remember:
* Science projects due on January 31.
* Book reviews: February 5-8
* Sign of the Beaver cabin due February 12.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
There are two important papers in your envelope this week. First is the permission slip for the three Family Life Education classes. Yes, it's that time of year! If you have any questions, the school nurse is holding an information night to review the curriculum on January 30, at 6pm in the Rio MPR.
It's also time to order the school yearbook for 2007-2008. All the information is on the flyer. This presale runs from January 22-February 22. There are always a few that be purchased when they arrive, but ordering now will insure your student gets a yearbook.
Other important info:
We have some classroom needs. Can you help supply the class with boxes of tissues? I couldn't find a box after searching the room. And, Pete needs some small wrapped candies. I've had lots of reasons for students to get a treat and Pete is EMPTY!!! Thanks in advance!
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, the class is working on a special booklet for each classmate. This is a keeper...look for it to come home on February 14. Also, the room mothers from all three fifth grade classes are meeting to plan the annual 5th Grade Valentine's Breakfast. This is a fun and nutritious way to celebrate with 5th grade friends. There will be a flyer with all the details in next week's folder. Once the plans are set, I know they will need lots of help. By the way, the children love this day and the parents and teachers have a fun time too!
Homework: Remember to read nightly for 30 minutes.
Tuesday:
Math - lessons 86/87, even only
Spelling - Pages 223/224
Grammar - pages 52/53
Social Studies - packet, pages 47/48, five game questions and answers
Wednesday:
Math - lessons 88/89, even only
Spelling: pages 225/226
Grammar: pages 90/91
Social Studies: packet, pages 49/50, five game questions and answers
Thursday:
Math - lesson 90, all
Study for spelling test
Read Aloud
Social studies - packet, pages 51, 52, 53
Dates to Remember:
* Science projects due on January 31.
* Book reviews: February 5-8
* Sign of the Beaver cabin due February 12.
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Monday, January 14, 2008
Week of January 15-18, 2008
Hello,
Happy New Year to everyone and welcome back.
What's happening this week in Room 10:
This week we will finish reading Sign of the Beaver and watch the video of the book to compare the story elements, with emphasis on the development of the characters.
Also this week I will be going over the next book report, "Everyone's A Critic". The original due date was February 8, but I'm changing the date to February 5 so we'll have enough time for everyone to present their book review to the class during the week.
We'll be watching a powerful video about civil rights on Friday to understand the importance of next Monday's holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Homework:
Tuesday:
Math - lessons 81 and 82, even only
Spelling - pages 203/204
Grammar - pages 44/45
Wednesday:
Math- lessons 83 and 84, even only
Spelling - pages 205/206
Grammar - pages 75, 77, and 78
Thursday:
Math - lesson 85, all
Read Aloud
Study for spelling test
Dates to remember:
1. The two required science projects (with writing) assigned before the winter break are due on January 31.
2. Please complete and return the permission slip for our field trip to NWS on February 15. Please let me know if you can drive to Monterey.
3. Mark your calendars for another field trip in February. We're going to hear the Santa Cruz County Symphony on February 25. More details to follow.
4. Remember the date change for the next book report. Presentations will begin on February 5. Students will be assigned a date the week before.
5. NO SCHOOL ON MONDAY, JANUARY 21.
Hope everyone is rested and ready to get back to all the fun and fabulous fifth grade work we hope to accomplish!!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
Happy New Year to everyone and welcome back.
What's happening this week in Room 10:
This week we will finish reading Sign of the Beaver and watch the video of the book to compare the story elements, with emphasis on the development of the characters.
Also this week I will be going over the next book report, "Everyone's A Critic". The original due date was February 8, but I'm changing the date to February 5 so we'll have enough time for everyone to present their book review to the class during the week.
We'll be watching a powerful video about civil rights on Friday to understand the importance of next Monday's holiday honoring Martin Luther King Jr.
Homework:
Tuesday:
Math - lessons 81 and 82, even only
Spelling - pages 203/204
Grammar - pages 44/45
Wednesday:
Math- lessons 83 and 84, even only
Spelling - pages 205/206
Grammar - pages 75, 77, and 78
Thursday:
Math - lesson 85, all
Read Aloud
Study for spelling test
Dates to remember:
1. The two required science projects (with writing) assigned before the winter break are due on January 31.
2. Please complete and return the permission slip for our field trip to NWS on February 15. Please let me know if you can drive to Monterey.
3. Mark your calendars for another field trip in February. We're going to hear the Santa Cruz County Symphony on February 25. More details to follow.
4. Remember the date change for the next book report. Presentations will begin on February 5. Students will be assigned a date the week before.
5. NO SCHOOL ON MONDAY, JANUARY 21.
Hope everyone is rested and ready to get back to all the fun and fabulous fifth grade work we hope to accomplish!!
Best regards,
Melanie Jaynes
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