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
Sunday, January 27, 2008
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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