Monday

Great Weekend to be a CATS fan! :)

FYI:
No school for kids on Friday
Irish Dancing assembly on Thursday (10:00)
Thursday is WEAR Blue and Green for UK and St. Patty's Day (hats are OK in my room only)
The Report Card period has ended; however, I still have several grades to add to the grade book and will be doing so all week. Please be patient with me as there is never enough time in the day (or at planning) to get it all done!!

Math:
Today we worked on reviewing for the decimals test tomorrow.  Kids practiced with white board markers on their desks and in small groups with me.  I think kids are ready! Please help study with your child by making up similar problems found in their study guide for the test tomorrow.
HW: practice for test
**some students are getting EXTRA work...this is to be completed WITH the parent on skills students are struggling with during our small group Math Intervention time and will be given extra credit if turned in on time

Reading:
Today we began our new (reviewed) skill - cause and effect.  We read in partner fluency groups a story from Treasures and answered questions about cause and effect.  Students also had time to define their vocab. words for the week.  Lastly, students read or took AR tests on their Lit. books.  I met with Class Clown, Great, Good Thing, and Number the Stars.  The kids are comprehending the books well!
HW: finish defining words and/or finish reading chapter(s) in lit. book

Science:
Today we completed an ORQ on series and parallel circuits.  We also reviewed a lot of our skills on heat, light, and electricity.  I am hoping to test students on Thursday - I will keep you updated.
HW: none

Writing:
Today we went over rhyming patterns in poems and wrote our own. 
HW: Bring in a picture of something you want to write your 6-Room poem on tomorrow and Wednesday

Have a good night,