2/25/22

WEEK OF FEBRUARY 28...

In math, we are now in our largest unit, module five.  This unit covers fractions and decimals.  Students will add, subtract, and multiply fractions.  Students will also simplify, compare, and order fractions.  With decimals, students will learn place value, comparing, ordering, and changing a fraction to a decimal.  We completed our unit on geometry.  Students used protractors to measure angles.  We are also finished with module three which covered the area/perimeter formulas, multiplication, and division.  We have finished place value and the measurement conversions unit.  Students should now be fluent with reading, writing, comparing, rounding, and the addition and subtraction algorithm of numbers to the millions place.  Students should also be comfortable with using a reference sheet and converting various measurement units.  In science we are working with motion of objects.  Students are learning about speed and friction.

It is important that your child works on Reflex Math and Freckle weekly at home. 

Lunch is from 12:05-12:35. Resource days vary week to week and start at 10:35.  

Homework for the week of 02/28:

Monday:  Ordering Fractions

Tuesday:  Adding Fractions with Simplifying

Wednesday:  Adding Fractions with Simplifying

Thursday:  Adding Fractions with Simplifying

Assessments for the week of 02/28:

Monday:  Math PMA #3

Tuesday:  Math PMA #3

Wednesday: 

Thursday: 

Friday:  Adding Fractions with Like Denominators

Notes:

·         Register for Jump Rope for Heart

·         Monday and Tuesday – Math PMA #3

·         Tuesday – Picture Day (need paid order form)

·         Wednesday – Book Character Dress Up Parade (9:00am)

·         Friday – Flag Raising (1st grade performing)

2/20/22

WEEK OF FEBRUARY 21...

In math, we are now in our largest unit, module five.  This unit covers fractions and decimals.  Students will add, subtract, and multiply fractions.  Students will also simplify, compare, and order fractions.  With decimals, students will learn place value, comparing, ordering, and changing a fraction to a decimal.  We completed our unit on geometry.  Students used protractors to measure angles.  We are also finished with module three which covered the area/perimeter formulas, multiplication, and division.  We have finished place value and the measurement conversions unit.  Students should now be fluent with reading, writing, comparing, rounding, and the addition and subtraction algorithm of numbers to the millions place.  Students should also be comfortable with using a reference sheet and converting various measurement units.  In science we are working with motion of objects.  Students are learning about speed and friction.

It is important that your child works on Reflex Math and Freckle weekly at home. 

Lunch is from 12:05-12:35. Resource days vary week to week and start at 10:35.  

Homework for the week of 02/21:

Monday:  No School (Presidents Day)

Tuesday:  Comparing Fractions

Wednesday:  Ordering Fractions

Thursday:  Comparing Fractions

Assessments for the week of 02/21:

Monday: 

Tuesday:  Reading PMA #3

Wednesday:  Reading PMA #3

Thursday: 

Friday:  Comparing/Ordering Fractions Quiz

Notes:

·       Register for Jump Rope for Heart

·       Book Fair all week

·       Monday – No School (Presidents Day)

·       Tuesday/Wednesday – Reading PMA

·       Wednesday – Early Dismissal (1:00)

2/13/22

JUMP ROPE FOR HEART - HEART HEROS

 We’ve KICKED OFF our American Heart Association Kids Heart Challenge event! Don’t forget our goal is to have 100% of our students registered online. We need your help to win the Classroom Challenge!

 

Here’s how you can help:

Take the challenge and register: heart.org/KHC http://www2.heart.org/goto/alimacani  or search, “Kids Heart Challenge” in your app store.

 

Our class is in the running to win an Amazon gift card. Remember, the class per grade level with the MOST students registered online wins (minimum of 10 students to qualify).  Thank you for doing your part to make a difference!

 

Next Steps:

1. Go online and download the app

2. Register and take the challenge

3. Send 10 emails

 

PLUS check out this year’s VIRTUAL Kids Heart Challenge Kick off here!

WEEK OF FEBRUARY 14...

In math, we are now in our largest unit, module five.  This unit covers fractions and decimals.  Students will add, subtract, and multiply fractions.  Students will also simplify, compare, and order fractions.  With decimals, students will learn place value, comparing, ordering, and changing a fraction to a decimal.  We completed our unit on geometry.  Students used protractors to measure angles.  We are also finished with module three which covered the area/perimeter formulas, multiplication, and division.  We have finished place value and the measurement conversions unit.  Students should now be fluent with reading, writing, comparing, rounding, and the addition and subtraction algorithm of numbers to the millions place.  Students should also be comfortable with using a reference sheet and converting various measurement units.  In science we are working with energy.  Students are learning about how heat is transferred and conductors/insulators. 

It is important that your child works on Reflex Math and Freckle weekly at home. 

Lunch is from 12:05-12:35. Resource days vary week to week and start at 10:35.  

Homework for the week of 02/14:

Monday:  Equivalent Fractions

Tuesday:  Equivalent Fractions on a Number Line

Wednesday:  Comparing Fractions

Thursday:  Comparing Fractions

Assessments for the week of 02/14:

Monday: 

Tuesday: 

Wednesday: 

Thursday:  Science Quiz - Heat

Friday:  Comparing Fractions

Notes:

·       Jump Rope for Heart

2/4/22

WEEK OF FEBRUARY 7...

In math, we are now in our largest unit, module five.  This unit covers fractions and decimals.  Students will add, subtract, and multiply fractions.  Students will also simplify, compare, and order fractions.  With decimals, students will learn place value, comparing, ordering, and changing a fraction to a decimal.  We completed our unit on geometry.  Students used protractors to measure angles.  We are also finished with module three which covered the area/perimeter formulas, multiplication, and division.  We have finished place value and the measurement conversions unit.  Students should now be fluent with reading, writing, comparing, rounding, and the addition and subtraction algorithm of numbers to the millions place.  Students should also be comfortable with using a reference sheet and converting various measurement units.  In science we are working with energy.  Students are learning about heat, light, electrical, sound, and kinetic/potential energy.  We are working with wind and water energy.

It is important that your child works on Reflex Math and Freckle weekly at home. 

Lunch is from 12:05-12:35. Resource days vary week to week and start at 10:35.  

Homework for the week of 02/07:

Monday:  Prime and Composite

Tuesday:  Equivalent Fractions

Wednesday:  Equivalent Fractions

Thursday:  Equivalent Fractions on a Number Line

Assessments for the week of 02/07:

Monday: 

Tuesday: 

Wednesday: 

Thursday: 

Friday:  Equivalent Fractions

Notes:

·         Fill Out Parent Volunteer Application (up to 2 weeks to be approved)

·         Tuesday – Progress Reports (sign/return)

·         Jump Rope for Heart