Happy Thanksgiving

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

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!

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.

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!

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.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parents,
I will meet with you during your scheduled parent-teacher conference in your child's homeroom. If you wish to speak with me on a more private level about your child's success, please contact me so that we can set up a conference time.

Mayan Final Ceremony

Fifth grade students held their final ceremony and celebrated the end of their Mayan Game with a feast. Team Mayapan won for Best Sacrifices, Team Tulum won for Greatest Wealth, Largest Population and Best Secret Codex, Team Tikal won for Best Final Ceremony and Team Chichen Itza won for Best Team Work! Students have begun reading, "The Corn Grows Ripe" and will discuss the novel in small and large groups over the next ten days.