Back to School Again!

I can't believe this summer break has come and gone...BUT...I couldn't be more excited. I am heading to my classroom tomorrow to start setting up and getting ready for my new class! I can't wait to meet all of my new little F.R.O.G.S (Fully Responsible Organized and Growing Students)!! It's going to be another great year!

End of Year Class Party

Check your child's beach bucket...they went home today and include party details!

I hope to see you all there :)

Q4 Reading Extra Credit Assignment: Due Tuesday, 6/5

Hi parents--

     I passed out one part of the Q4 reading extra credit, but explained to the students that I would post full details here.

   Students will choose a PICTURE BOOK of their choice that is 2nd grade level or higher. It should be a book that they not only enjoy, but are able to read fluently without assistance. Students will read aloud the story to our class on Tuesday during reading block. They will be required to use expression, so make sure they practice.

   They are also required to either dress up as the main character or bring at least 2 props that represent the main character of the story. For example, I had a student read "Miss Nelson is Missing" last year and she dressed up like Miss Nelson. I also had a student dress in pajamas with slipper for Fancy Nancy and a student in a dog costume. Be creative :)

Lastly, students will fill out the character sketch chart I sent home today. This chart will help students understand details about the main character of their book. I know the space is small, but complete sentences need to be written to the best of their ability. If they run out of room, they can attach a sheet of notebook paper with the rest of the assignment.

This assignment grade will REPLACE the lowest reading OR language arts grade (whichever helps your student's grade more).

**DUE: Tuesday, June 5th. NO LATE WORK ACCEPTED...**

Please let me know if you have any questions!

Thanks,
Ms. Walker
  

REMINDER: Animal Kingdom Field Trip: Wednesday, 5/30

This is a reminder that we will be going on our field trip to Animal Kingdom next Wednesday, 5/30. We have six approved chaperones, myself as well as some parents meeting us at the park so we are in great hands in terms of supervision. I have received lunch $ from everyone so we are all set for food. Please make sure to arrive to school ON TIME, as buses will be departing from school promtly at 8:30 am. I am finalizing return time and will get back to you with a firm time, but expect 5:15-6:00 pm.

Please make sure your child wears sunscreen and brings a hat, sunglasses etc. If you want sunscreeen re-applied, please send it with your child.

Please do not send DS, iPods etc. for the bus ride. We will not be allowing the students to bring them.

Students will need to wear school uniform, but please make sure students are wearing tennis shoes. I want them to be comfortable, as we will be walking around a theme park for many hours.

We are allowing students to bring spending money if they would like to purchase a souvenir in the gift shop. Please send this money in with your child by Wednesday. I will be handing it over to the chaperones so that your child is not carrying $$ with them.

I will be back in touch as I firm up plans for a time to return to school.

In the interim, please let me know if you have any questions. I am so excited to spend a fun, educational day with your children :)

Ms. Walker

FAIR and STAR Test Results

Parents-

      FAIR results for the 3rd testing period, a comprehensive report for FAIR scores for the year and STAR test results were sent home with your child TODAY. Please make sure to check their blue folder under "keep at home" to view the results. Overall, we grew a great deal as a class and I was very pleased with the results! Please let me know if you have any questions. I don't need them signed or returned. You may keep them for your records.


Thanks,
Ms. Walker

Math Enrichment Packet Extra Credit: Due Friday 5/25

Enrichment packet for unit 15 was sent home tonight. The packet is due back this Friday, 5/25 for 5 points of extra credit factored into your child's math average.

Math Test Unit 15: Wednesday

We will have a math test covering unit 15: 3-digit addition strategies on Wednesday.

I will send home the Florida Test workmat tonight so that your child may begin practicing!