Wk6- 8/29
Heroism: Taking noble action for a good cause
"There is a certain enthusiasm in liberty, that makes human nature rise above itself, in acts of bravery and heroism." -Alexander Hamilton
Welcome to Week 6! We did a great job getting our tests made up this past week! Your students are absolutely amazing and such troopers working so hard! I'm really, really proud of their willingness to be diligent in their work.
While this week is pretty normal, we will be having Parent/Teacher conferences Sept. 7-8. If you haven't signed up for a time yet, please see the Sign Up Genius link in the email I sent and sign up as soon as possible.
What We're Learning:
Spelling/Phonograms: See attached lists below (words surface-important)
Grammar/Composition: punctuation rules, story sequences and retelling
Math: lessons 16-19; expanded form, adding columns of numbers, temperature, elapsed time
Reading: text structures; mental actions, Charlotte's Web
Science: forces
Social Studies: conflict and compromise
Upcoming Events:
Aug. 31: Poetry Recitation Competition
Sept. 1: Pastries with the Principal
Sept. 5: LABOR DAY; no school
Sept. 7-8: Parent/Teacher Conferences
Sept. 23: Father/Daughter Dance
Sept. 30: HALF DAY
Current Teacher Read Aloud: The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo