November 3 - 7, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS!   

**DON'T FORGET:  VETERAN'S DAY IS NOV. 11TH.  THANK A VETERAN FOR SACRIFICES MADE TO PRESERVE OUR FREEDOM!
 
MATH NIGHT IS TONIGHT:  NOV. 3rd, 6 to 7:00.  Come join us as we teach our family and friends how to play math games we have enjoyed!

  
*Book Fair ~~~ November 3 -7 ~~ In the Library


#1:  Please continue to practice reading passage sent home Monday in the Apple Binder.  This passage will be practiced at home and signed (initials) at the bottom every night.  Set a timer for one minute, and let your child read to you.  Also let him/her read the entire passage for you during the week.  I will be checking every Friday! :)  

#2:  You will be given a one page list of "High Frequency Words" or "Fry" words to practice for the 2nd nine weeks.  Your child knows to keep this in his/her Apple Binder.  We are looking for words to be read correctly and fluently~~these are NOT timed.


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.

**STUDENT OF THE WEEK: 



**READING/SPELLING:   This week's story is "Pearl and Wagner:  Two Good Friends."  We are going to learn about fantasy stories and "author's purpose."  We will include books for November: "The Legend of the Bluebonnet" and "The Legend of the Indian Paintbrush."

 

Our spelling words include long "e": e, ee, ea, y.  Practice your words three times every night.  **There are two parts to doing homework: Doing the work at home, and returning it in the homework pocket of your apple binder. Spelling test will be on FRIDAY.

**The two dictation sentences your child needs to practice every night are:
1.  Write a DECLARATIVE sentence.
2.  Write an INTERROGATIVE SENTENCE beginning with the word "What."



**LANGUAGE/HANDWRITING:  This week we are reviewing contractions.  Handwriting is very important.  Many of you are improving every single day!

 

**MATH 

We are continuing to add two to four 2-digit numbers and will begin subtracting two digit numbers this week.  There will be two Math Assessments this week!   Please continue studying addition and subtraction facts.
 


**SOCIAL SCIENCE
  The month of November begins with our study of Native American groups.  We will learn about our own community (Coosada) and the Koasati Indians.  The week before Thanksgiving, we will focus on the Pilgrims, Squanto, and important figures in history during that time.  Students will learn the true meaning of Thanksgiving!

October 27, 2014 ~~~~ Parent Letter!

I am sending this message to let you know of some changes taking place this week due to “Red Ribbon Week” and Friday’s Costume Parade.  We will have Reading, Spelling, and Language tests all on Thursday!   Students will be working on all three subjects every day at school.  Please make sure your child practices spelling words every night.  Give a practice test to your child on Wednesday.  Language will continue to be plural and irregular plural nouns.  We are covering these as well during class time.
 

As for Friday, please remember:  NO SCARY COSTUMES, KNIVES, SWORDS, ETC.  We will begin our parade around 8:15 to 8:30.  Kindergarten starts first, so we will be watching as K and 1^st parade through our building.  After we finish the parade, we will enjoy our Special Snack.  ***I have sent notes home to nine parents asking for specific things.  Those of you who did NOT get a note will have the chance to send something for our next treat. 

Don’t forget to check our classroom blog for more detailed information!

                                                                                                         

Elaine Boyer

October 27 - 31, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS! ~~~~ COSTUME PARADE IS FRIDAY!

***Red Ribbon Week!  October 27 - 31.  See below:

*Monday - Wear red and make your own mustache.
*Tuesday - Dress like a cowboy/cowgirl and wear boots.
*Wednesday - Dress like a Super Hero
*Thursday - Wear your favorite Team Colors
*Friday - "Drugs are SCARY!"  Wear a NOT scary costume to school for our costume parade.  You may NOT WEAR anything frightening or carry any weapons such as plastic swords, etc.

MATH NIGHT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO MONDAY, NOV. 3rd, 6 to 7:00.
Blue Pods will be performing one song at PTO, then you will dismiss to play math games with your children!

*School Mail Fundraiser ~~~ We need SEVEN more books!!
*Cookie Dough Pickup ~~~ October 28th
 
  
*Book Fair ~~~ November 3 -7 ~~ Lunchroom

*MATH NIGHT!  Monday, November 3rd, from 6 to 7:00

 
#1:  Please continue to practice reading passage sent home Monday in the Apple Binder.  This passage will be practiced at home and signed (initials) at the bottom every night.  Set a timer for one minute, and let your child read to you.  Also let him/her read the entire passage for you during the week.  I will be checking every Friday! :)  (NO PASSAGES SENT HOME THIS WEEK)

#2:  You will be given a one page list of "High Frequency Words" or "Fry" words to practice for the 2nd nine weeks.  Your child knows to keep this in his/her Apple Binder.  We are looking for words to be read correctly and fluently~~these are NOT timed.


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.

**STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Kaliah

 

ASK YOUR CHILD TO TELL YOU ABOUT THE BOOK, "STELLALUNA."  We are enjoying this book, as well as more about the life of BATS :)

October 20 - 24, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS!

***Red Ribbon Week is NEXT WEEK: October 27 - 31.  See below:

*Monday - Wear red and make your own mustache.
*Tuesday - Dress like a cowboy/cowgirl and wear boots.
*Wednesday - Dress like a Super Hero
*Thursday - Wear your favorite Team Colors
*Friday - "Drugs are SCARY!"  Wear a NOT scary costume to school for our costume parade.  You may NOT WEAR anything frightening or carry any weapons such as plastic swords, etc.

MATH NIGHT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO MONDAY, NOV. 3rd, 6 to 7:00.
Blue Pods will be performing one song at PTO, then you will dismiss to play math games with your children!

*School Mail Fundraiser Kickoff/Magazine Sales ~~October 20th
*Cookie Dough Pickup ~~~ October 28th
*Read for the Record ~~~ October 21st
*Picture Re-takes ~~~ October 21st


*PINK OUT DAY:  October 22nd ~~~ Nancy's Italian Ice, $2.00
 
*Book Fair ~~~ November 3 -7 ~~ Lunchroom

*MATH NIGHT!  Monday, November 3rd, from 6 to 7:00

 

#1:  Please continue to practice reading passage sent home Monday in the Apple Binder.  This passage will be practiced at home and signed (initials) at the bottom every night.  Set a timer for one minute, and let your child read to you.  Also let him/her read the entire passage for you during the week.  I will be checking every Friday! :)

#2:  You will be given a one page list of "High Frequency Words" or "Fry" words to practice for the 2nd nine weeks.  Your child knows to keep this in his/her Apple Binder.  We are looking for words to be read correctly and fluently~~these are NOT timed.


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.

October 13 - 17, 2014

NEWS FOR PARENTS!

FIELD TRIP NOTICE!!  Please send $25 and the completed field trip form for "A Christmas Carol" by 8:00 on Monday, October 13th.  The date has been extended, but this is the FINAL DAY and money will not be accepted after that date.  We already have three parents signed up as chaperones, so please keep this in mind. 

**International Walk Day is Monday, October 13!  You received a notice in your child's Apple Binder. Family members are invited to come walk with their children during P.E. time.  **OUR P.E. TIME IS FROM 11:00 to 11:40 a.m.  Come join us!

·        Cookie Dough Ends—October 13th

·        PTO Yellow Pods- October 14^th

·        Gotcha "Dance" Party- October 17- 2^nd

 October 16th ~~~ Report Cards

#1:  Please continue to practice reading passage sent home Monday in the Apple Binder.  This passage will be practiced at home and signed (initials) at the bottom every night.  Set a timer for one minute, and let your child read to you.  Also let him/her read the entire passage for you during the week.  I will be checking every Friday! :)

#2:  You will be given a one page list of "High Frequency Words" or "Fry" words to practice for the 2nd nine weeks.  Your child knows to keep this in his/her Apple Binder.  We are looking for words to be read correctly and fluently~~these are NOT timed.


Our PE Department will be selling JUICE FLAVORED shaved ice this year.  The next scheduled date is October 15th.  Please send $1.50 CASH at least two days ahead.  Make SURE you send exact change in an envelope or zip bag with your child's name and homeroom teacher clearly identified. The money raised will be used to purchase additional PE and playground equipment.  Thank you so much!


Remember to put your child’s name, phone number, “E. Boyer” and lunch number on checks. 

Put ALL MONEY in a zip bag or envelope telling what it is for.  Children do not remember.

**STUDENT OF THE WEEK: Bailey


**READING/SPELLING:   This week's words include "r" controlled vowels:  er, ir, ur.  Practice your words three times every night.  **There are two parts to doing homework: Doing the work at home, and returning it in the homework pocket of your apple binder. Spelling test will be on FRIDAY.
**The two dictation sentences your child needs to practice every night are:
1.  Write an interrogative sentence beginning with "Who."
2.  Write an imperative sentence.



**LANGUAGE/HANDWRITING:  This week we are learning about singular and plural nouns.  Students will complete a "Plural Noun Booklet" and keep it at school.  When we are finished, your child will bring this booklet home for you to see.

 

**MATH 

We are finding the sum of three addends.  Students will be using a variety of methods, including the use of parentheses, to add these numbers.  Please continue studying addition facts.
 


**SOCIAL SCIENCE
  Our class will begin learning what it means to be an "immigrant."  We will continue with the continents, identifying them by shape and description.