5th Grade News- Blog Update

We just sailed through the first two weeks!  Thank you so much for the wonderful start

to our year. We really appreciate the letters (Million Words) we have been receiving. They have helped us more than you can believe. If you havenʼt handed in the letters/notes yet, please do so as soon as you have time.

We also really appreciate the communication we have had so far. In addition to calling or emailing us, you can always write comments or questions in your childʼs agenda and on our Blog.  When we see those comments, we will try to respond back that day. We look forward to another great week!

The 5th graders are getting used to our new routines, as well as learning how to take ownership of their own learning.  A few examples are... knowing when it's time to focus, realizing the right time to talk with neighbors, recognizing when not to reach into their desks, asking for help, and remembering what materials are needed for each of their classes.

Reading Homework

Remember your child needs to be reading throughout the week. The goal is to read at least 140 minutes in a week. When they do read, they can read anything as long as they are reading. You may want to suggest a book that will help them reach their 40 book challenge.

Color Run

Late pledges and registrations are still being accepted for the Color Run taking place on Friday, Sept 23.  You can find more info about food, drinks, DJ, and fundraising opportunities on the Park blog at http://park-elementary.weebly.com/

Can Drive

We are thankful to all the parents who are willing to help return cans during our can drive.  If you would still like to volunteer for a chance to win camp tuition and/or a free camp t-shirt, please return your form on Monday.  We will be getting those schedules to you next Tues/Wed.  

What’s happening in…

Reading:  Students have been setting into reading workshop and have started reading their 40 book mission.

ELA+:  Students are crafting personal narratives, where they are bringing small moments to life for the reader.

Math: Students are studying fractions.  Be on the lookout for homework pages Mon-Thursday.

SS: Students are studying Our Government, with a focus on the Constitution and Bill of Rights.

Science: Students are working on understanding the scientific method. There is a quiz on Friday, Sept. 23rd.

Upcoming Dates

September 23- Picture Day

September 23- Color Run

September 26- 30 - Can Drive