Parent Information

01/16/24

Reading

We will label the structural elements (line, line break, stanza, rhyme scheme), then choose 2-3 examples and explain their impact/why the author may have included them.

Writing

Students will write a poem that includes a clear central idea with supporting details.

Math

We will determine if two given fractions are equivalent. I can compare two fractions with different numerators and denominators using benchmarks.

Social Studies

Students will learn about the causes and effects of the annexation of Texas by the United States in 1845.

Students will explain the impact of the U.S./Mexican War and identify important individuals who have participated voluntarily in civic affairs at state and local levels such as Adina de Zavala and Clara Driscol.

I can determine how wind, water, and ice cause weathering, erosion, and deposition.

I can explain how landforms change from weathering, erosion and deposition.

Important Dates

January

01/22 Great kindness Week/Holocaust Remembrance Week

01/26 GMS

01/29 Mr. D's birthday.

01/30 Chick-Fil -AtSpirit night 5-7 pm.

February

01/02 GMS/ Military Heroes Day

02/05 Counselor's week

02/15 Valentines Day Party

02/16 Student holiday.

Important Information

Starting as early as preschool and kindergarten, regular attendance is essential for students gaining the academic and social skills they need to thrive. Research shows that when students are chronically absent (missing 10% or more of the school year or 18 days over an entire year), they are less likely to read proficiently by third grade, achieve in middle school and graduate from high school. Attendance Matters!

The Chick-fil-A Spirit Night will be January, 30th from 5-7PM. Eat at the Chick-fil-A at 380 & 75 between 5-7PM, and tell them you're from Slaughter so our school will get a donation.

The library's "Read Around the World" program has begun! This program runs throughout January. The Read Around the World program is for all students in grades K through 5. The program's goals include encouraging students to read books from different genres or on different topics than they might normally choose and to promote learning about people, land, animals, cultures, traditions, etc. from around the world! Students can pick up a passport to collect stamps on when they visit the library anytime throughout the month of January.

Every Friday, students are invited to donate $1 to Slaughter's Relay for Life team, to wear a hat to school.

Shop online to order Slaughter spirit wear: https://www.hometeamprints.net/store?fbclid=IwAR1nTexCp-1SwjzASizh4J_AimlnsJfCjt10sbAoZXTK2jys6TZKPSXzLPg#!/Slaughter-Wolfpack/c/58966733

Visit the counselor's website for monthly guidance summaries, activities, and resources!

Slaughter now has access to a positive character development program called “Character Strong-Purposeful People” for teachers to use during community circle time. Please read the introduction letter linked here to learn more! Monthly family newsletters will be linked about the skills and strengths being taught each month. Each letter will include some ways to build these skills at home, discussion starters, and fun challenges you can try with your family. The positive character trait for the month of January is perseverance.

Character Strong Family Newsletters:

Kindergarten Family Connection-Perseverance

First grade Family Connection-Perseverance

Second grade Family Connection-Perseverance

Third grade Family Connection-Perseverance

Fourth grade Family Connection-Perseverance

Fifth grade Family Connection-Perseverance

Reading and learning resources are available on the Slaughter Learning Commons website: tinyurl.com/slalc

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