I’m looking forward to yet another week of fun and learning.

Writing: Students are continuing to improve their narrative writing this week.  They will be working on organization as well as adding details that help the reader “see” their story.  I can already see their writing improve and it’s truly exciting to think about what they are capable of achieving.

Reading: Students are learning to fall in love with books.  We are continuing to ensure all students are reading books on their level as well as monitoring their own understanding of the texts.  To help all students find books they can read and understand successfully, individual reading conferences are taking place.  Students are reading one-on-one with me, and then discussing the text they just read to show that they understand what they’re reading.  My goal is to have all students’ fall reading levels completed by the end of the month.

Math: Students completed their first math quiz last week and did extremely well.  Some of them needed a few reminders, but were then able to solve the problems successfully.  This week, students will continue to add large numbers, as well as use their rounding and estimation skills to determine whether or not their answers are reasonable.  Students will also take their 2nd math quiz this week.  All students are doing extremely well in math.  Just a reminder, if a student is unable to finish their math work in class, they should be bringing the page home to complete and bring back the following day.  We go over all answers in class together, and then meet in small groups, or individually, to clear up any misunderstandings.  These sheets are my way of catching any confusion before we move on too far.  Thank you for your help with completing this sheets.

Social Studies: Students are moving quickly through their economics units and are beginning to apply those concepts as they plan for the upcoming Market Day.  Please check in with your child regarding their Market Day plans and make sure you are okay with their choices.  Market Day is next Friday, September 30th.

Specials Schedule:

• Monday – Gym (Library in the morning)
• Tuesday – Music
• Wednesday – Art
• Thursday – Gym (Computer Lab in the afternoon)
• Friday – Music

Other Announcements:

• Students successfully completed their first fire drill last week.  We will be practicing another evacuation drill later this week.  Rest assured, your child is in good hands.
• Students go to Library each Monday, so they should always have a book at home that is on their level.  Please remind your child to take the online quizzes once they finish a book.  The link can be found under the “Reading” page on the right-hand side of this blog.
• As I get settled here at Alward, I am getting to know each of these wonderful children.  If there is something you think would be beneficial for me to know about your child, please do not hesitate to contact me.  The more I know, the better equipped I am to help your child be successful.  As always, I appreciate your support!

LET’S HAVE ANOTHER GREAT WEEK! 🙂