Friday, January 6, 2012

January 6, 2012

READING

Next week we will be administering the MAP test on January 10th and 12th. This is a test taken on the computer and replaces the IOWA tests. Please make sure your child gets plenty of rest and eats a good breakfast on those days.

MATH
In math we finished our chapter on data and graphs. Our chapter test will be on Monday. We will be working on money next.

Handwriting
We will be starting to learn how to write letters in cursive. I will be sending home homework to practice the letters we are working on in school.
Science
Next week we will be starting a new unit in Science on The Earth. We will be learning about land, rocks, minerals and fossils.

Social Studies
We are learning about Martin Luther King Jr., and his beliefs and dreams for a better world. We are finishing our chapter on America Long Ago, we will be having a unit test next week.

Holiday Party
Thank you to Mrs. Schoeberle for organizing our holiday party. Thank you to Mrs. Mulcahy, Mrs. O'Connor, Mr. Sapiega and Mrs. Schoeberle for the games at the party. Thank you to Mrs. Joseph, Mrs. Mulcahy and Mrs. Sapeiga for our party treats. We had a great time!

Reading Logs
We did not have many children turn in their reading logs for the month of December. Please remember to have your child read for 20 minutes daily and record it on their logs. This is part of their homework assignments. Our January logs will be due on February 1st.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
Jan. 12 – Vision and Hearing Screening
Jan. 16 – Martin Luther King's Birthday – No School
Jan. 25 – Early Dismissal Day – 12:00