December 19, 2014

Reading  When we return in January, we will be reading the story Officer Buckle and Gloria, by Peggy Rathmann. It is a humorous fictional story about a policeman who loves to give safety tips to school children, but nobody ever listens-until he brings his dog Gloria. Our comprehension strategy will focus on asking and answering questions such as who, what, where, when and why.

Reading Logs  December reading logs are due on Monday, January 5. Please continue to read and help your child record minutes in their reading log. Don't forget to record minutes in your Six Flags Log too. 

Language Arts 

Grammar Lessons will focus on contractions.

Spelling  New spelling words will go home on Monday when we return. Keep them in the Ziploc bag and in a safe place so they can be used during the first two weeks of January. 

Math  This week we began the topic Subtracting Two-Digit Numbers. We learned how to use connecting cubes, and paper and pencil to regroup and subtract. When we return, the lessons will focus on using workmats, cubes, subtraction frames, paper and pencil, and a number line to subtract two-digit numbers.

Math Facts Math facts should be reviewed daily. The Math flash cards that you purchased should be used 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:

http://www.ccsd66.org/wp-content/uploads/Teacher_Pages/Schultz/Math/

Social Studies The students enjoyed traveling to China, Mexico, Israel, Sweden and Poland to learn about the holidays and traditions that these countries celebrate this time of year.

Science  We will continue learning about Energy and Motion. Students will be able to identify forms and sources of energy, and describe ways energy and matter interact. 

Marcin

Star Student of the Week  Marcin was our star student of the week. When he is at school he enjoys gym, math and computers. When he is at home he likes to play video games. Marcin is a star because he is the best one at football. When he grows up he would like to be a football player. Thanks for sharing Marcin!

      

Caroling

Important Dates & Announcements

Thanks to Mrs. Rerucha, Ms. Gillespie, and Ms. Gogal for planning and attending our holiday party. Thanks to Mrs. Mrs. Powels, Mrs. Scheck, Mrs. Garcia and Mrs. Chapman for helping with food, drinks and party supplies. The kids had an awesome time. We are appreciative for all you did to make their afternoon so much fun!

Thank you to our PTO and all the families for the delicious cookies and appetizers! 

January Dates to Remember

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