Important Dates:
- Tuesday, November 11- Veterans Day and No School for Students
- Friday, November 14 – Trimester 1 Ends
- Tuesday, November 25 – Alumni Kickball, Thanksgiving Lunch, and Early Dismissal at 12:30 (No Aftercare)
- Wednesday – Friday, November 26th-28th – No School, Thanksgiving Break
- Wednesday, December 17 – Holiday Show @ 6:00 PM
- Friday, December 19 – Early Dismissal @ 11:30 Dismissal
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It’s hard to believe that it’s already November! Before we know it, the Thanksgiving holiday will be upon us, and then weeks later, we’ll be off for the December holiday break. Until then, we have a lot of learning to do! We have another novel study to start, holiday math projects, and so much more learning fun!
Reminders:
- Having a fully charged computer is part of each student’s daily homework. Please include charging their computer each night as part of their daily homework routine. Pink homework slips are being sent home for any incomplete homework, which also includes not having a fully charged computer.
- We’re seeing a lot of little trinkets and toys being brought to school. During class time, we ask that students keep their desks clear of all items except their yellow folder and their novel study book. Please help us keep distractions to a minimum by reminding everyone to keep toys and other items at home or, at the very least, in their backpacks. We also want to keep their belongings safe and prevent any lost or missing items.
ELA:
- Students have begun their independent novel studies of various I Survived Books. While a lot of the reading is accomplished at home, we do give students time to read throughout the week and track their progress! Independent reading is vital for students to build stamina for all kinds of independent learning. We will slowly increase their time to continue growing that stamina.
- The students are splitting into small groups to concentrate on writing, independent work, and grammar. They are enjoying the work and activities done within a small focus group, and are receiving more one-on-one opportunities to hone their ELA skills.
Math:
- The students are mastering the subtraction process with borrowing across zeros.
- They use their “borrowing from the next-door neighbor” story to move through the process.
- Next, we will concentrate on subtraction word problems. We are also heading into using money and using a budget. Look for a Thanksgiving math project in the next couple of weeks.
Science Deep Dive:
- We spent the first week reviewing essential science terms: Hypothesis, Research Question, Variables, Materials.
- We did field experiments as a chance to categorize and use our science terms. We did a partnered egg toss, an egg drop, and a distance throw. We tried to make educated guesses involving the durability of the egg and the distances we could manage.
Digital Discovery:
- The students are improving their typing skills and are trying to type using all of their fingers.
- We added some exercises to their typing program where they have started typing words. Next, we will add complete sentences.
Character Education:
- The amygdala, or the “lizard brain,” is responsible for processing threats and emotions and is known for the ‘fight-or-flight’ response. The prefrontal cortex, or the “wizard brain,” is a part of the brain responsible for complex thought, planning, decision-making, impulse control, and self-awareness.
- Students learn what it feels like when a certain part of the brain takes over and how they can use tools to regulate their emotions to make responsible decisions inside and outside of the classroom.
Math: Subtraction Across Zeros Kahoot
