Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Happy Thanksgiving

I would just like to wish everyone a very Happy and Healthy Thanksgiving break!

Saturday, November 21, 2009

The Cay

Third Grade students check out the new website I posted that tests your comprehension on "The Cay" use the vocabulary section to become more knowledgeable with unfamiliar words. Have fun and learn!

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Fourth Grade Geometry

Fourth Grade students will be starting their Geometry Unit using Polydron pieces. Polydron pieces enable the students to observe, check conjectures, and make adjustments easily. Students will begin the unit working in cooperative groups to explore and discuss activities which are essential in order for students to understand basic terms and techniques. They will continue with Spatial Sense which consists of a series of building and visualizing activities designed to help students to become comfortable with three dimensionality. Finally students will build models of what can and cannot be built with Polydron shapes.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

Parent-Teacher Conferences

I would just like to thank all of the parents who were able to attend conferences last night. I look forward to meeting with those parents next week that I have not met with yet. Enjoy the great weather we are having!

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Oceanography-3rd

Third grade PA students are currently wrapping up their study of the ocean. Next week they will watch the final episode of The Mimi, and take their final oceanography exam. They will though continue for a couple of weeks by reading the novel, "The Cay" and discussing the story in small groups. After our Thanksgiving break we will begin our Algebra unit.