Friday, December 14, 2012

Week 15

We are entering the final week before the Winter Recess. We will be celebrating end of 2012 with a movie and refreshments on Friday. Please send your child with a low sugar drink. Soda is still discouraged for school celebrations. If you would like to send in a healthy treat for the class please feel free to do so.

Math tests went home today. Please check your child's folder and review the test for any areas in need of remediation. I also encourage students to continue practicing multiplication skills for Unit 5 in February.

Here's what is happening next week:

  • We have begun Unit 4 in Math. This unit is a study on Decimals and the real life uses of these small numbers. Students have been learning about decimals as it applies to money in previous years. This year we will look at decimals as it applies to metric measurements. 
  • We are wrapping up our Realistic Fiction writing. Students have been in the process of publishing this week and will have to turn in their final draft this Tuesday. Some children have written many pages and are taking their work home to revise and edit in time for the deadline. 
There will be an optional homework packet provided for the vacation. Many families have traveling plans and might not have time to devote to school work, whereas some families encourage additional practice to stay sharp. Please make a decision as to what is best for your child and family. 

Have a wonderful weekend!