iReady Mid-Year Diagnostics Continued
This week we will finish up iready reading and math testing. We are looking for growth from the beginning of the year. Please make sure your child is at school daily, eats a healthy breakfast, and has their computer charged. Attendance is very important to ensure everyone finishes before winter break!Â
Please send In healthy snacks for the morning recess and a water bottle that doesn't leak. Â
Use iSchoolRide app for car pickup! Info was sent In ParentSquare. This helps a LOT at dismissal!
Check backpacks often - Remember to return DPS Library books weekly and bring your Recorders on Music days.
Our school will be trying a new way to report absences. Instead of calling in each time, you can now use a Google Form to report your child’s absence.
Please bookmark this link for future use: Click Here
Email: dps.attendance@smusd.org
Benchmark Unit 4: Comparing Points of View
Essential Question: What makes people view the same experience in different ways?
Text:Â The True Jack?
Skills:
Non-literal language
Point of View
Key details and summarizeÂ
Unit 2 MultiplicationÂ
Unit 2 Introduction to Multiplication
Unit 2 Review-This week we will be reviewing all of the math skills from unit 2 and taking the Unit 2 test. Here is a practice study guide if you would like your child to work on at home.Â
Skills to review: multiplication facts 0-10 & breaking apart a factor!
Narrative - continue the story of Jack and the Beanstalk
Skills Include: 1-2 paragraphs with a new story that includes dialogue and transition words.
Vowel TeamsÂ
Prefix over-
comparatives, superlatives
Students are allowed to possess cell phones and other electronic devices such as watches, iPads, Nooks, Kindles, and other tablets on campus. All electronic devices must be turned off during the school day unless specific permission is granted by a teacher or administration. Students may not record, video, or take a picture of another student or staff without prior written consent. All electronic devices may only be used for educational purposes under the direct supervision of a teacher or administration. Electronic devices can be used before and after school to call and text messages only. Otherwise, devices MUST be kept in backpacks during the instructional day. Students will have access to their backpacks in case of an emergency. Students may not use their personal devices to call or message home during the day. All students who need to call home must use school phones with permission from the teacher or staff during school hours. Consequences for not following our school policy: Items may be retained in the Assistant Principal's’ office for pickup at the end of the student’s school day. At teacher or administrator request, a parent/guardian may be required to pick up the student’s electronic device. The school will not be responsible for loss or theft of electronic devices. Please read the district’s electronic responsible use policy on our school’s website for further information. Electronic devices are not permitted on field trips.
Monday - 12/8: Candy Cane Lane - Wear red, white, or stripes
Tuesday - 12/9: Holiday Rock - Wear favorite band or concert shirt
Wednesday - 12/10: Blizzard White Out - Wear white
Thursday - 12/11: Holiday Vacation - Wear tropical shirts or represent your favorite holiday movie
Friday - 12/12: Holiday Hair Don't Care - Wear holiday hats, headbands, or hair accessoriesÂ
December 19th -Â Early Release 12:25, Wear Pajamas or "ugly" sweater
January 12, 2026 - Back to school