Whew! Last week was a whirlwind of a week. We were busy, busy, busy. The Lords and Ladies recently applied for new classroom jobs and their duties began on Tuesday. In addition, we reflected on 2011 and used what we had accomplished last year to help us BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND as we set goals for 2012. In math we wrapped up our geometry unit. I have to take a moment to brag about this unit- EVERY Lord and Lady scored a 3 mastery level grade on their final geometry test! WOW!!! We also began interviewing classmates for a biography we are working on. We are practicing writing a non-fiction piece that can hold a readers interest. The students are alsoworking to SEEK 1st TO UNDERSTAND AND THEN BE UNDERSTOOD during the times they are interviewing partners for this writing assignment. The final product is going to be a beautiful hard cover book we will share with you later in the year at our Author's Breakfast. Finally, we are working hard on our new classroom goals for the month:
Class Academic Goal:
To have everyone get at least 3 stickers and receive the RAH recess reward for reading weekly at home.
Class Social Goal:
To compliment at least one friend a day.
Class Leadership Goal:
To improve our greeting skills by looking guests in the eye and using a firm handshake.
Curriculum Corner...
Language Arts – We are continuing learning to write a non-fiction piece that holds our readers interest. Also, we will begin new guided reading books this week and work on correctly using ending punctuation.
Math – We will begin learning about fractions this week. We will also continue reviewing addition and subtraction of larger numbers.
Handwriting – Just a reminder, with the new year, we are emphasizing giving our best effort when writing. When working with your child at home please make sure that they are forming their letters correctly and also writing on the lines using appropriate spacing.
Spelling – We will be working on "oi" and "oy" spelling patterns.
Science/Social Studies/Health - We will be learning all about the life of Martin Luther King Jr. The Lords and Ladies will be SYNERGIZING to create posters, games, and mobiles to teach others all about this magnificent man.
Upcoming Events...
January 27 - Pickett's Mill's 1st annual LEADERSHIP DAY!!
February 15 - Jump Rope for Heart
February 20 - President's Day Holiday
February 23 - Nature in a Nutshell in-school field trip (Science- Space)
