This week, students will learn about the subject and predicate of a sentence. Students will be assessed on their understanding of parts of speech on Tuesday.
-We will continue our work in Chapter 1 after concluding our MAP testing this past week. Least Common Multiple is on the docket for this week, along with a review of Chapter 1 in preparation for our first chapter test which will be given on Monday, September 29th.
-This week we will get back to our curriculum after completing MAP testing this past week. We will begin Chapter 2 with focuses on the multiplication and division of fractions to start off with. We will first work through a review of "all things fractions," including converting between improper fractions and mixed numbers, simplifying, and addition and subtraction of fractions and mixed numbers.
This week we will be working to understand how timelines work and making our own, so we can move WAY back in time to study early people.
This week we are learning the importance of the Scientific Method in ensuring scientific experiments are valid. We will do some work learning independent and dependent variables as well as complete a fun lava lamp activity.
We are finishing up the GRAPES of Civilizations and will soon move on to reviewing map, timeline, and nonfiction text features skills. This week, we will also take some time to remember 9/11.
During the week of September 8, we will be taking the Reading Map test. From there, we will move on to Author's Purpose and as always, exploring lots of fun ways to find great books to read. Whether from our school library, class library, or even your home, students should always come to class with plenty to read. 🙂
We will continue to review and learn from Chapter 1. This week we will be reviewing decimals and fractions. Looking ahead our Chapter 1 Test will be coming up next week!
This week we are learning the importance of the Scientific Method in ensuring scientific experiments are valid. We will do some work learning independent and dependent variables as well as complete a fun lava lamp activity.
We will be learning ways to identify signs of phishing online. We will also be doing a lesson from Believe in You! which talks about Social Awareness. P.E. is Tuesday and Thursday.
This past week, we worked on pitching and batting. We finished the week with slow-pitch softball. Next week, we are hoping to play flag football. Students will be learning about offense, defense, the line of scrimmage, the huddle, and the importance of running routes. Please remind your child to dress for the weather; football is much more fun outside. I would encourage them to have sweatpants, sweatshirts, and old tennis shoes/extra socks as the grass is wet in the mornings, especially. As the fall weather sets in we will see the mornings get brisk, and we will go outside unless it is below 45 degrees. Once winter sets in, we get stuck inside for so long, we want to get as much outside time as we can.
We assess based on these areas:
Hygiene: Dressing out daily (PE shirt, shorts/sweats/leggings, tennis shoes).
Integrity: Following game rules and expectations.
Communication: Using kind words, advocating for needs, and a positive tone.
Safety: Using equipment properly, following directions, and no horseplay.
Participation: Engaging in moderate to vigorous activity. Our goal is for every student to run a 400m lap without stopping by the end of Q1.
Students can use a 10-step rule: walk 10 steps, run as far as possible, repeat as we work on building up cardiovascular endurance. We understand there are different ability levels and healthy progressive training is encouraged.
Forgetting PE attire
Horseplay or unsafe behavior
Poor communication (yelling/rudeness)
Unsafe use of equipment
Low participation, lack of movement
Shorts, sweats, or leggings
WMS PE shirt (only one pair of shoes required)
Sweatshirt over PE shirt is fine on chilly days
Tip: We go outside until it’s below 40°. Keep an extra sweatshirt/sweatpants in your locker!
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Softball/Wiffleball Unit: We will try to get outside to work on pitching, batting , and game play.
Cardio Training: Working toward a 1-mile run by October.
Students start with one lap; walkers use the 10-step rule. Students have been working on building endurance; they should be able to run at least 200 meters (1/2 lap) without stopping.
Runners may add laps as they wish.
If you see a drop in your child’s grade, it may be due to attire issues, unsafe play, or lack of participation.
Thank you for your support at home—your encouragement helps students build confidence, safe habits, and a love for movement!
6 PE Performance Grading Scale