Friday, December 12, 2014

December 12, 2014



Reading and Social Studies  Next week we will learn about how people around the world celebrate the holidays. The students will be "traveling" to China, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Poland and Sweden to learn about the holidays and traditions that these countries celebrate this time of year.

Reading Logs December reading logs went home on Monday. Please continue to read and help your child record minutes in their reading folder.  Don't forget to record minutes in your Six Flags log too!

Language Arts 

Grammar We will focus on irregular verbs.

Spelling We will not having spelling next week. New spelling words will go home after the holiday break.

Math  We will wrap up Topic 8, Adding Two-Digit Numbers  with an assessment early in the week. The next topic will focus on subtracting two-digit numbers, using regrouping.

Math Facts Math facts should be reviewed daily. Use your flash cards to practice math facts as well as the one minute math practice worksheets that are brought home. Weekly timed tests are given. 

Click on the following link to print copies of the math practice worksheets:

Science  We began the unit on Energy and Motion. Students will be able to identify forms and sources of energy, and describe ways energy and matter interact. 

Important Dates & Announcements 



Caroline




Star Student of the Week  Caroline was our star student of the week. When she is at school she enjoys reading and recess. When she is at home she likes to play on her Ipad and color. When she grows up she would like to be a police woman. Caroline is a star because she cares about her friends . Thanks for sharing Caroline!






Ide will be decorating a Mitten Tree for the holidays as part of as our school and community connection. Please bring in new mittens, gloves, hats, and scarves to decorate our tree. Donations will be accepted December 1st - 17th. Thanks in advance for helping to keep others warm this holiday season. 

December Dates to Remember

15 - Field Trip - Caroling at Fairview Village- Bring a lunch from home!
19 - Silly Sweater Day & Classroom Holiday Party 2-3pm
16 - Early Dismissal - SIP Day
22-31 Winter Break 

January Dates to Remember

  5 - Classes Resume-December Reading Logs are due
  9 - Gym Night @ Ide
16 - SIP - Early Dismissal @12pm
19 - Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s Birthday - No School
29 - Literacy Night 6-7:30pm

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