Homework

Read: 30 min.
Math: "Student Strategies," problems 2, 3, 6 and 7.  The challenge problem is optional, but give it a try!
Vocabulary:  Homework is due tomorrow.

Homework

Read: 30 min.
Math:  Finish math packet.
"Nature's Fury" news story:  Add to your note sheet if your do not have enough information.
Vocabulary:  Homework due on Friday.

I sent home corrected work today which I will do on most Mondays or Tuesdays.  Beginning next week, I will also send home a missing work notice (a half yellow sheet) if your child is missing any work from the previous week.  I will explain this procedure in more detail then.


Homework


Read: 30 min.
Complete the "Nature's Fury" news story note sheet.  You do not have to write the story, just jot down information that you will use.  I will help you organize your notes tomorrow in class.
"I Am" poem and frame: Due tomorrow.
Vocabulary: "Eye of the Storm" homework is due on Friday.

My students have their first math homework assignment today.  Usually math homework will be in their Home Connections (HC) book. I'm still waiting for their math books to arrive (hopefully soon!), so until then they will be receiving copied pages. 


Homework

Read: 30 min.  Remember that I will be assigning your first book report in a few weeks.  You should be reading a chapter book (fiction) to prepare for this project.
Math:  Finish "Multiplication Connections."
"I Am" poem and frame: Due on Wednesday.

Homework

Read: 30 min.
Vocabulary: Homework is due tomorrow.
Name Quilt: Due tomorrow.

***Please return your child's yellow emergency form to school if you have not already done so.  Thanks!

Homework

Read: 30 min.
Vocabulary: Homework due on Friday.
Name Quilt: Due on Friday.

Homework

Read: 30 min.
Earthquake Terror Vocabulary: Homework due on Friday.
Name Quilt: Due on Friday.

We began the first-of-the-year MAP testing today and will continue with testing tomorrow.  These tests take a considerable amount of time, so we won't begin a regular classwork schedule for a few more days.  The kids are handling the tests like pros!

Homework

Read: 30 min.
Name Quilt: Due on Friday

Homework

Read:30 min.
Complete the "Got Goals?" worksheet
*Please turn in your completed yellow emergency card.

Hello,

We had a great first day. I have a wonderful group of students, all very respectful and motivated. I am looking forward to a great year with them!

I sent home sent home information about our after school program and the beginning-of-the-year packet today.  You will also find your child's yellow emergency card enclosed. Please fill this out and return it to school as soon as possible.  Thanks!

I plan to update my blog each day with information regarding homework, projects and important school news, so please check it regularly. Your child will also be recording homework assignments in his/her planner.  Unless otherwise noted, homework is due the following day.

Please give me a call, send an email, or just drop by if you have any questions or concerns.  I look forward to meeting you all!

Respectfully,
Mrs. Koue

Homework
Read: 30 minutes

Hello and welcome back!

I hope you all enjoyed a happy and fun-filled summer. I'm looking forward to beginning a new school year and to meeting all my new students.

Here is a list of the supplies I would like my 5th grade students to have:

*one small three-ring binder
*binder paper
*two spiral notebooks - single subject/wide ruled
*two twin pocket folders (paper ones are fine)
*several #2 pencils
*set of colored pencils
*personal pencil sharpener
*two of each - blue and red ball point pens
*small scissors
*a chapter book for silent reading time

Once school begins, I will post a blog each day, keeping everyone updated on homework assignments and important events.

Thank you!
Mrs. Koue