We will be leaving at 10:15 tomorrow for the Boardwalk.  Thank you to all parents who have offered to drive!  Please remember that we won't arrive back at school until about 3:30.  Your child can bring a bag lunch or bring money to buy lunch.  Thanks!

Homework

Read: 30 min. Tomorrow is the final day for AR tests.
Study for tomorrow's states and capitals test.

Homework

Read: 30 min. AR ends this Friday.
Science: Be ready to present science lessons.

We still need a few more drivers for the Boardwalk trip.  I'm holding back paying for the wristbands right now because I'm not sure if we can get all the kids there.  If there is any way you can help, please let me know.  Thank you!

Homework

Read: 30 min.
Study for States and Capitals test - 5/26.

I've run into a bit of a predicament.  As I was going through the Boardwalk permission slips, I realized I only have a few drivers for the trip, enough to take only about half the class.  I know this is a really busy time of year and that many of you have other children who have their parties that day.  I'm hoping to find more drivers soon so that I can confirm that we can actually go.  Please let me know if you might be able to help out.  Thanks!!!

Homework

Read:  30 min. The last day to take an AR test is Friday, 5/27.
States and Capitals test: Study
*If you are interested in a part in our class play, practice the part you would like.

Homework

Read: 30 min.
States and Capitals test: 5/26.

It was so nice to see you all at Open House last week.  Your children have done wonderful work this year and it was fun showing it all off!

Please remember to turn in the Boardwalk permission slips as soon as possible.  I have to get the money to our school treasurer before Friday, so she can cut me a check to send in for the wristbands.  If your child has a pass, please write that on the permission slip.  Thank you.

A meeting/preview for our Family Life program will be held this Wednesday at 3:00 in the school library. We will hold our classroom sessions next week.

We have almost completed our round of state testing.  Hopefully all will be done by tomorrow! 

Homework:

Read: 30 min.
States and Capitals test: Thursday, May 26.

I sent home the permission form for the Family Life program today.  There will be an information meeting for parents next Wednesday, May 18, at 3:00 in our library.  Please read the form, sign and return to school as soon as possible. Thank you.

No homework!

The heritage report is due tomorrow.  Please remember to put your report in a folder or binder.

Here is a final checklist:

Heritage Report Checklist

Illustrated cover (title, your name, grade,date)     _______                                                                           

Table of contents                                                           _______  

Introduction                                                                _______                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

Main body of report

*written in paragraph form

*organized in chronological order from oldest to present 

*includes information about both sides of family (in separate sections)        ______

*includes section on immediate family                

Conclusion                                                                                                              _______                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            

At least one picture/illustration                                                                            _______                                                                                               

Glossary of new words (at least 5)                                                                       _______                                                                                                                                                    

Bibliography (the names of the people you interviewed, any

books or internet sources you may have used.)                                                 ________                                                                                                                                              

Report notes (these can be placed at the back of your report)                                    ______ ***Remember to refer to the “Final Tips” sheet I gave you!

Heritage Report - Final Draft Tips

* The final draft of your report should be neatly and legibly handwritten or typed (preferably double spaced) on one side of your paper only.

* Your introduction should be on a separate piece of paper.

* Organize the body of your report in chronological order, beginning with your oldest known relatives on one side of your family (maternal or paternal) and then do the same for the other side.  These can be two separate sections.  The third section should be about your immediate family - your parents, siblings and you!

* Write one or two paragraphs per person, depending on how much information you have.  If you only have a small amount of information about your great-grandparents (or whoever) you may talk about both in one paragraph.

 * You may copy pictures (or include real photos) and use them throughout your report.  I can make copies here at school if you like.

* Your conclusion should be written on a separate piece of paper.

* Your cover should be colorful and complete (see guidelines.)

* Your finished report should be presented in a clear cover folder or binder.

 

Today I sent home the permission slip for the 5th grade trip to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.  It is scheduled for Wednesday, June 1.  Payment for an unlimited ride wristband is due by Friday, May 20.
If your child has a season pass, she or he may use it that day.  Thanks.

The only homework this week: Heritage Report due on Wednesday

Homework

Read: 30 min.
Math:  Look over your review sheets.
Social Studies: Study for tomorrow's test.
Heritage Report:  Due next Wed., 5/11.  *I sent home a "prompt" sheet for your introduction and conclusion paragraphs.

I sent home a field trip form today for a Soquel Water District well walk we will be taking on Friday, May 20.  The well is only a few blocks away on Baltusrol Dr.  It will be a fun and educational outing, and I hope some parents will able to chaperone.  Please let me know.  Thanks!

Homework

Read: 30 min.
Social Studies: Study for Friday's test.
Heritage Report:  Continue to write one or two final draft paragraphs each night.

The fifth grade classes will begin standardized testing next Monday.  We're the last group to go!

Homework

Read: 30 min.
Math: Homework #9, problem 1.
Social Studies: Chapter 10 test on Friday.  Use your study guide.
Heritage Report:  Continue to work on your final draft.  Your completed report is due Wed., 5/11.