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**Important Notes **
***Reminders***- Calendar Raffles are due April 30; Contact the Office for additional raffles.
- Pretzel Day - April 26; Please send in $1 in advance--A flyer was sent home.
- Princess Ball; Please send in reservations ASAP.
- Spring Uniforms began on Monday, April, 16 (Please consult the Handbook)
If you do not wear the Spring Uniform, you must wear the entire Winter Uniform. You may not mix and match--requirements for each uniform must be followed.
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April 21, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Religion test Thursday on Chapter 15.
- Definitions for five words (My Perspectives)
- Social Studies project is due Tuesday, May 8.
- Bring in recycled paper tomorrow.
- Students were given their groups and assignments for Poetry Day Performance, May 18. (letter to follow)
Fifth Grade
- Social Studies Explorer letter--All explorer letters must be revised by tomorrow.
- Social Studies test on Friday, Outline was given in class today.
April 20, 2018
Sixth Grade
- All assignments for the book you have been creating for A Wrinkle in Time must be completed by Monday.
- Religion: Write a paragraph on loose leaf for the question given for Chapter 15.
Social Studies project is due Tuesday, May 8.
- Bring in recycled paper on Tuesday.
- Students were given their groups and assignments for Poetry Day Performance, May 18. (letter to follow)
Fifth Grade
- Anyone absent must complete Social Studies page 146 Questions 1-11.- Social Studies Project is due Tuesday, May 8.
- Social Studies Explorer letter--All explorer letters must be shared with me.
April 19, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Write three a minimum three paragraph story using at least three -ist words; look at the words that we have worked on in class.
- Social Studies project is due Tuesday, May 8.
- Students were given their groups and assignments for Poetry Day Performance, May 18. (letter to follow)
- The book for A Wrinkle in Time is due Monday.
Fifth Grade
- Presentation of opinion speech is tomorrow--remember the printout is only used as a reference; you must memorize at least 80 percent of your speech.
- Social Studies: Complete the letter from the explorer by tomorrow.
Assignment: Choose one explorer and write a letter home-
Include information about:
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Where the explorer traveled
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How long the explorer has been traveling
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What the explorer discovered
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Anything else about the explorer’s journey
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- Social Studies Project is due Tuesday, May 8.
-Students were given their groups and assignments for Poetry Day Performance, May 18. (letter to follow)
April 18, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Social Studies: complete the worksheet "Land of the Middle Kingdom" and "The First Dynasties of China"
- Social Studies project is due Tuesday, May 8.
- Students were given their groups and assignments for Poetry Day Performance, May 18. (letter to follow)
- The book for A Wrinkle in Time is due Monday.
Fifth Grade
- Print out your opinion speech essay by tomorrow.
- Social Studies: Complete the letter from the explorer; answer questions 1-4 on page 145.
- Presentation Friday of opinion speech
- Social Studies Project is due Tuesday, May 8.
-Students were given their groups and assignments for Poetry Day Performance, May 18. (letter to follow)
April 17, 2018
Sixth Grade
- The Social Studies Activity (Terracotta Army) in Google Classroom must be completed by tomorrow. Share the document with me if you are typing.
- Social Studies project is due Tuesday, May 8.
- Students were given their groups and assignments for Poetry Day Performance, May 18. (letter to follow)
- The book for A Wrinkle in Time is due Monday.
Fifth Grade
- All changes to your opinion speech essay must be completed by tomorrow
- Presentation Friday of opinion speech
- Social Studies Project is due Tuesday, May 8.
-Students were given their groups and assignments for Poetry Day Performance, May 18. (letter to follow)
April 16, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Quiz tomorrow on A Wrinkle in Time (review all work returned today--those that have handed in the assignment on time; others will be returned tomorrow)
- All test/assignment folders must be returned signed--these are past due
- Social Studies project is due Tuesday, May 8.
- Students were given their groups and assignments for Poetry Day Performance, May 18. (letter to follow)
Fifth Grade
- Submit a draft of your opinion speech by tomorrow.
- Final copy of the opinion speech must be completed by Wednesday; presentation Friday
- Social Studies Project is due Tuesday, May 8.
-Students were given their groups and assignments for Poetry Day Performance, May 18. (letter to follow)
April 13, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Tuesday: Quiz on A Wrinkle in Time
- Social Studies Project--topic, Monday.
Fifth Grade
- Submit a draft of your opinion speech.
- Social Studies Project - topic by Monday.
April 12, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Remaining assignments for A Wrinkle in Time are due tomorrow.
- Social Studies Project - Outline was distributed--topic must be decided on by Monday, April 16.
Fifth Grade
- Type a draft of the Introduction and body for your opinion speech
- Social Studies Project - Outline was distributed--topic must be decided on by Monday, April 16.
April 11, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Social Studies: complete the chart for Shang and Zhou Dynasties (Accomplishments)
- Remaining assignments for A Wrinkle in Time are due Friday, April 13.
- Social Studies Project - Outline was distributed--topic must be decided on by Monday, April 16.
Fifth Grade
- Type a draft of the Introduction and body for your opinion speech
- Social Studies Project - Outline was distributed--topic must be decided on by Monday, April 16.
April 10, 2018
Sixth Grade
- My Perspectives - Answer Close Reading questions
- Remaining assignments for A Wrinkle in Time are due Friday, April 13.
- Social Studies Project - Outline was distributed--topic must be decided on by Monday, April 16.
Fifth Grade
- Type a draft of the Introduction and body for your opinion speech
- Social Studies Project - Outline was distributed--topic must be decided on by Monday, April 16.
April 9, 2018
Sixth Grade
- My Perspectives page 159
- Remaining assignments for A Wrinkle in Time are due Friday, April 13.
- Social Studies Project - Outline was distributed today--topic must be decided on by Monday, April 16.
Fifth Grade
- Word Analysis Book page 86
- Social Studies Project - Outline was distributed today--topic must be decided on by Monday, April 16.
March 29, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Check Frontrowed and Pearsonrealize to ensure all assignments have been completed.
- Happy Easter!!!
- Remaining assignments for A Wrinkle in Time have been distributed. Due April 13.
- Ready Book pages 76-81 are due after Easter Break
Fifth Grade
- Check Google Classroom (ELA and Social Studies) to ensure all assignments have been completed.
- You may work on your Opinion Essay.
—ReadyBook Test Prep pages 67-75 are due after the Easter break.
March 28, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Sixth Grade may wear gym uniforms tomorrow and may bring in breakfast.
- Log onto PearsonRealize and complete the assignment for "Predators, Comparing Texts."
- Edit the CYO essay if it was returned to you.
- Remaining assignments for A Wrinkle in Time have been distributed. Due April 13
- Ready Book pages 76-81 are due after Easter Break
Fifth Grade
- Opinion Graphic Organizer: Write your opinion statement and give two reasons to support your opinion.
—ReadyBook Test Prep pages 67-75 are due after the Easter break.
March 27, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Remaining assignments for A Wrinkle in Time have been distributed. Due April 13
- Ready Book pages 76-81 are due after Easter Break
Fifth Grade
—ReadyBook Test Prep pages 67-75 are due after the Easter break.
March 26, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Remaining assignments for A Wrinkle in Time have been distributed. Due April 13
- Ready Book pages 76-81 are due after Easter Break
- CYO Essay Contest: Due tomorrow (This is a mandatory assignment. If you cannot type and print out, you may hand write the essay on loose leaf.)
Choose one of the following topics. The essay must by typed and may not exceed 650 words.
Topics:
1. Pick an experience from your own life and explain how it has influenced your development.
2. Who in your life has been your biggest influence and why?
3. How has CYO involvement been beneficial and impacted you in a positive way?
4. In what aspect of young people's lives has social media been most productive?
(Attach to the essay 3x5 index card with the follwing information: your name, Parent/Guardian e-maill address, home address, telephone number, grade, Richmond County, Sacred Heart School, Staten Island.)
Fifth Grade
- Ready Book: complete the essay we started in class on page 41.
- If you haven't handed in the artwork for the social studies contest today, you must hand in by tomorrow.
-ReadyBook Test Prep pages 67-75 are due after the Easter break.
- Social Studies quiz tomorrow on line graphs and circle graphs--know the definitions of each.
March 23, 2018
Sixth Grade
- A Wrinkle in Time Chapters 7 and 8 assignment is due Monday
- In class we have worked on the ReadyBook Test Prep Short Answer and Extended Response questions on pages 26-31. This will be reviewed on Tuesday during Blended Learning. Make sure you have completed all responses.
- CYO Essay Contest: Due Tuesday, March 27 (This is a mandatory assignment. If you cannot type and print out, you may hand write the essay on loose leaf.)
Choose one of the following topics. The essay must by typed and may not exceed 650 words.
Topics:
1. Pick an experience from your own life and explain how it has influenced your development.
2. Who in your life has been your biggest influence and why?
3. How has CYO involvement been beneficial and impacted you in a positive way?
4. In what aspect of young people's lives has social media been most productive?
(Attach to the essay 3x5 index card with the follwing information: your name, Parent/Guardian e-maill address, home address, telephone number, grade, Richmond Coundy, Sacred Heart School, Staten Island.)
Fifth Grade
- ReadyBook Test Prep page 39
- Tuesday, Social Studies quiz on reading circle and line graphs. (Review page 101 in your social studies book--know what each graph is used for.)
March 22, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Anyone absent today, be prepared to take the test on Latitude and Longitude, (study notes, textbook and all activities we have completed)
2. ReadyPrep Test Prep Book pages 26-29
- CYO Essay Contest: Due Tuesday, March 27
Choose one of the following topics. The essay must by typed and may not exceed 650 words.
Topics:
1. Pick an experience from your own life and explain how it has influenced your development.
2. Who in your life has been your biggest influence and why?
3. How has CYO involvement been beneficial and impacted you in a positive way?
4. In what aspect of young people's lives has social media been most productive?
(Attach to the essay 3x5 index card with the follwing information: your name, Parent/Guardian e-maill address, home address, telephone number, grade, Richmond Coundy, Sacred Heart School, Staten Island.)
Fifth Grade
- Complete page 148 in the Reader's and Writer's Journal if you have not yet completed.
- Complete the Google Classroom Assignment "Christopher Columbus Quiz." Anyone absent
today, must look in Google Classroom for the assignment.
- Tuesday, Social Studies quiz on reading circle and line graphs. (Review page 101 in your social studies book--know what each graph is used for.)
March 20, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Complete the worksheets on Word Analysis (vocabulary and Latin Room -dom)
- Test on Latitude and Longitude: Thursday (study notes, textbook and all activities we have
completed)
- CYO Essay Contest: Due Tuesday, March 27
Choose one of the following topics. The essay must by typed and may not exceed 650 words.
Topics:
1. Pick an experience from your own life and explain how it has influenced your development.
2. Who in your life has been your biggest influence and why?
3. How has CYO involvement been beneficial and impacted you in a positive way?
4. In what aspect of young people's lives has social media been most productive?
(Attach to the essay 3x5 index card with the follwing information: your name, Parent/Guardian e-maill address, home address, telephone number, grade, Richmond Coundy, Sacred Heart School, Staten Island.)
Fifth Grade
- Complete the page assigned in the Reader's and Writer's Book.
March 19, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Anyone absent today must complete the assignment "Ancient China" in Google Classroom under Sixth Grade Social Studies. Turn In work when completed.
- Ready Book (test prep) - Complete pages 56-63
- Test on Latitude and Longitude: Thursday (study notes, textbook and all activities we have
completed)
- CYO Essay Contest: Due Tuesday, March 27
Choose one of the following topics. The essay must by typed and may not exceed 650 words.
Topics:
1. Pick an experience from your own life and explain how it has influenced your development.
2. Who in your life has been your biggest influence and why?
3. How has CYO involvement been beneficial and impacted you in a positive way?
4. In what aspect of young people's lives has social media been most productive?
(Attach to the essay 3x5 index card with the follwing information: your name, Parent/Guardian e-maill address, home address, telephone number, grade, Richmond Coundy, Sacred Heart School, Staten Island.)
Fifth Grade
- Ready Book Test Prep: pages 43-66 are due tomorrow. Don't forget to highlight details.
March 16, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Write a response to the question: What is Denotation and Conntation (submit in Google Classroom)
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 5 and 6 and complete the assignment distributed by Monday, March 19.
- Test on Latitude and Longitude: Thursday (study notes, textbook and all activities we have completed)
Fifth Grade
- Turn In Assignment on Google Classroom "Text Structure Activities."
- Ready Book Test Prep: pages 43-66 are due Tuesday, March 20. Don't forget to highlight details.
March 15, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Complete pages 48-51 in the Ready Book
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 5 and 6 and complete the assignment distributed by Monday, March 19.
Fifth Grade
- Choose one type of text structure and write a paragraph (at least 6-8 sentences). Underliine/highlight signal words. If you were absent today, preview the video and handout in Google Classroom.
- Ready Book Test Prep: pages 43-66 are due Tuesday, March 20. Don't forget to highlight details.
March 14, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Peacemaker speeches will be presented tomorrow - practice and memorize your speech so you are not reading off cards or your paper entirely.
You must print out the speech and the Work Cited page for the speech in the proper format which was taught in class.
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 5 and 6 and complete the assignment distributed today by Monday, March 19.
Fifth Grade
- Ready Book Test Prep: pages 43-66 are due Tuesday, March 20. Don't forget to highlight details.
March 13, 2018
Sixth Grade
- complete the Text Questions for "A Blessing"
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 5 and 6 and complete the assignment distributed today by Monday, March 19.
- Peacemaker speeches will be presented on Thursday - practice and memorize your speech so you are not reading off cards or your paper entirely.
MLA Work Cited page for the speech are due Thursday. Follow all directions on the graphic organizers and reference sheets provided.
MLA Work Cited page must be compled and printed out by Thursday, March 15.
Fifth Grade
- Ready Book Test Prep: pages 43-66 are due Tuesday, March 20. Don't forget to highlight details.
March 12, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Ready Book, test prep: complete pages 34 and 35. Write complete answers and include detail.
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 5 and 6 and complete the assignment distributed today by Monday, March 19.
- Peacemaker speeches will be presented on Thursday - practice and memorize your speech so you are not reading off cards or your paper entirely.
MLA Work Cited page for the speech are due Thursday. Follow all directions on the graphic organizers and reference sheets provided.
MLA Work Cited page must be compled and printed out by Thursday, March 15.
Fifth Grade
- If you did not complete the homework Friday, you must submit the assignment in Google Classroom for "The Road to Freedom Epilogue."
- Reading test tomorrow on The Road to Freedom; study all vocabulary
- Ready Book Test Prep: pages 43-66 are due Tuesday, March 20. Don't forget to highlight details.
March 9, 2018
Sixth Grade
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 5 and 6 by Monday, March 19; assignment will be handed out on Monday, March 12.
- Have tests/assignments signed and returned by Monday.
- We have completed writing and editing the peacemaker speech in class as well as formatting the Work Cited page. Print out your speech by Monday and practice.
If you were absent or have not completed the work in class, you must edit your speech and complete the MLA Work Cited page. Follow all directions on the graphic organizers and reference sheets provided.
MLA Work Cited page must be compled and printed out by next Thursday, March 15.
- Practice memorizing your speech; we will begin presenting speeches on Thursday, March 15. You may use index cards.
Fifth Grade
- complete the assignment "The Road to Freedom Epilogue" in Google Classroom.
- Reading test: Tuesday, The Road to Freedom.
March 8, 2018
Sixth Grade
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 3 and 4 by tomorrow; Record evidence that supports character traits and physical traits for the three Mrs. Ws.
- We have complete the peacemaker speech. Print out your speech by Monday and practice. You must complete the MLA Work Cited page by next Thursday, March 15 and print out. We will begin presenting speeches on Thursday, March 15.
Fifth Grade
- Reader's and Writer's Journal page 127.
March 7, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Any student that was absent today will take the social studies test tomorrow.
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 3 and 4 by Friday, March 9; Record evidence that supports character traits and physical traits for the three Mrs. Ws.
- We have complete the peacemaker speech. Print out your speech and practice. You must complete the MLA Work Cited page by next Thursday, March 15. We will begin presenting speeches on Thursday, March 15.
Fifth Grade
- Any student absent today must read Chapter 9 of The Road to Freedom and get the vocabulary and work we have completed for Chapter 9.
March 6, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Social Studies test tomorrow on Ancient Egypt (Review all vocabulary, notes, and Google Classroom assignments; review pages 97 (Hyksos), 99 (Hatshepsut), pages 103 and 104 (Nubia and Kush) ); essay topics: 1. the importance of the Nile River to the people of Egypt AND 2. major accomplishments in ancient Egyptian culture
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 3 and 4 by Friday, March 9; Record evidence that supports character traits and physical traits for the three Mrs. Ws.
- Review your peacemaker speech.
Fifth Grade
- Reading: Answer the questions for Chapter 8.
March 5, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Complete the introduction and body of your peacemaker speech.
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 3 and 4 by Friday, March 9; Record evidence that supports character traits and physical traits for the three Mrs. Ws.
- Social Studies test - Wednesday on Ancient Egypt (Review all vocabulary, notes, and Google Classroom assignments; review pages 97 (Hyksos), 99 (Hatshepsut), pages 103 and 104 (Nubia and Kush) ); essay topics: 1. the importance of the Nile River to the people of Egypt AND 2. major accomplishments in ancient Egyptian culture
Fifth Grade
- Reader's and Writer's Journal page 122.
March 2, 2018
Sixth Grade
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 3 and 4 by Friday, March 9; Record evidence that supports character traits and physical traits for the three Mrs. Ws.
- Social Studies test - Wednesday on Ancient Egypt (Review all vocabulary, notes, and Google Classroom assignments; review pages 97 (Hyksos), 99 (Hatshepsut), pages 103 and 104 (Nubia and Kush) ); essay topics: 1. the importance of the Nile River to the people of Egypt AND 2. major accomplishments in ancient Egyptian culture
- Anyone absent today, complete pages 21-25 in the Ready Book (test prep); we have also reviewed all questions (check with a classmate).
Fifth Grade
- Due Monday, March 5: Create a chart of five activities. Record how much time is spent on each activity each day for five days (Monday through Friday).
March 1, 2018
Sixth Grade
- The letter about viewing grades must be signed and returned by tomorrow.
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 1 and 2 by Friday, March 2; complete the simile chart and the characterization for Meg
- Social Studies test - Wednesday on Ancient Egypt
Fifth Grade
- Reader's and Writer's Journal page 116
- Due Monday, March 5: Create a chart of five activities. Record how much time is spent on each activity each day for five days (Monday through Friday).
February 28, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Return the letter about viewing grades signed.
- Complete the Exit Ticket on Google Classroom.
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 1 and 2 by Friday, March 2; complete the simile chart and the characterization for Meg
- Social Studies test - Wednesday on Ancient Egypt
Fifth Grade
- Word Analysis Workbook page 10
- Due tomorrow - Revise Washed Up essay and resubmit in Google Docs
- Due Monday, March 5: Create a chart of five activities. Record how much time is spent on each activity each day for five days (Monday through Friday).
February 27, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Return the letter about viewing grades signed.
- Reading Test on "Hachiko" tomorrow.
- Due tomorrow: Revise and Resubmit Where the Red Fern Grows essay (Google Classroom)
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 1 and 2 by Friday, March 2; complete the simile chart and the characterization for Meg
Fifth Grade
- Social Studies test tomorrow
- Due Thursday: Revise Washed Up essay and resubmit in Google Docs
- Due Friday, March 2: Create a chart of five activities. Record how much time is spent on each activity each day for five days (Monday through Friday).
February 26, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Reading Test on "Hachiko" on Wednesday.
- Due Wednesday: Revise and Resubmit Where the Red Fern Grows essay (Google Classroom)
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 1 and 2 by Friday, March 2; complete the simile chart and the characterization for Meg
Fifth Grade
- Complete pages 1-22 in Test Prep book by tomorrow.
- Social Studies test on Wednesday
- Due Thursday: Revise Washed Up essay and resubmit in Google Docs
- Due Friday, March 2: Create a chart of five activities. Record how much time is spent on each activity each day for five days (Monday through Friday).
February 23, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Have test/assignment folder signed.
- Reading Test on "Hachiko" on Wednesday.
- Due Monday: Research information for individual assigned that has promoted peace. (background information and what the individual did to promote peace). Don't forget to record information for your Works Cited page (review handout)
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 1 and 2 by Friday, March 2; complete the simile chart and the characterization for Meg
Fifth Grade
- Complete pages 1-22 in Test Prep book by Tuesday.
- Social Studies test on Wednesday
- Due next Friday, March 2: Create a chart of five activities. Record how much time is spent on each activity each day for five days (Monday through Friday).
February 22, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Due Monday: Research information for individual assigned that has promoted peace. (background information and what the individual did to promote peace). We have started research in class today. Don't forget to record information for your Works Cited page (review handout)
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 1 and 2 by Friday, March 2; complete the simile chart and the characterization for Meg
Fifth Grade
- Finish all questions on Task Card
- Social Studies test on Wednesday
- Due next Friday, March 2: Create a chart of five activities. Record how much time is spent on each activity each day for five days (Monday through Friday).
February 21, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Complete pages 1-20 in Test Prep book; highlight information in passages which helped you decide on the answer
- A Wrinkle in Time: Read Chapters 1 and 2 by Friday, March 2; complete the simile chart and the characterization for Meg
Fifth Grade
- Reader's and Writer's Journal pages 111 and 112
- Social Studies test on Wednesday
- Create a chart of five activities. Record how much time is spent on each activity each day for five days (Monday through Friday).
February 16, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Complete pages 1-20 in Test Prep book; anyone that was absent and did not take their book on Thursday or have their books picked up, should contact a classmate for this work.
- Students absent today must be prepared to take the Religion test upon return to school on Wednesday, February 21.
Fifth Grade
- Complete typing the essay on the theme for Washed Up and submit through Google Docs by Wednesday, February 21. Any essay not completed and submitted by Wednesday will be considered late.
February 15, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Religion Test tomorrow, on Chapter 11--Be able to summarize the story of Saul or David. Name two literary forms. Why was Jerusalem called the City of David?
- Revise the paragraph on "The Secret Life of Dogs"
- Research your question about Hachiko.
Fifth Grade
- Complete Social Studies Worksheets--"Trade and the Songhai Empire" "Early European Explorers."
February 14, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Religion Test, Friday, on Chapter 11
Fifth Grade
- We will review Reader's and Writer's Journal page 108 tomorrow.
February 13, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Complete all Close Reading questions for "Hachiko"
- Complete Analyze Text Questions on page 122
- Complete Word Study Questions (worksheets).
- Religion Test, Friday, on Chapter 11
Fifth Grade
- Reader's and Writer's Journal page 108
February 12, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Social Studies: Answer questions 1, 2, 3, and 4 on page 101
- Turn IN "Ancient Egyptian Culture" Assignment in Google Classroom.
- Religion Test, Friday, on Chapter 11
Fifth Grade
- Reader's and Writer's Journal page 105
February 8, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Reading quiz tomorrow: My Life With Chimpanzees (study vocabulary and reread the text)
- NoRedInk assignment must be completed by Monday, February 12.
- Submit the draft of the Compare/Contrast essay by tomorrow (4 paragraphs--Google Classroom)
- Social Studies assignment in Google Classroom must be completed by Monday.
Fifth Grade
- Reading quiz tomorrow: Washed Up (study vocabulary and all work completed)
February 7, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Reading quiz Friday: My Life With Chimpanzees
- NoRedInk assignment must be completed by Monday, February 12.
- Submit the draft of the Compare/Contrast essay by Friday (4 paragraphs--Google Classroom)
Fifth Grade
- Complete the graphic organizer for Washed Up.
- Reading quiz Friday: Washed Up
February 6, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Complete the assignment worked on during Blended Learning today: My Perspectives page 114. Write a synonym and/or antonym for each vocabulary word. Write a sentence for each word.
Word Study (page 114) Complete questions 1 and 2.
- The conclusion for the Compare/Contrast essay was written today.
- Reading quiz Friday: My Life With Chimpanzees
- NoRedInk assignment must be completed by Monday February 12.
- Submit the draft of the Compare/Contrast essay by Friday (4 paragraphs--Google Classroom)
Fifth Grade
- Reader's and Writer's Journal pages 70 and 73
- Rewrite the paragraph on the bottom of page 70 on looseleaf. Include at least two details (evidence) from the story.
- Reading quiz Friday: Washed Up
February 5, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Complete Vocabulary worksheet
- Parent/Teacher Conferences are today.
Fifth Grade
- Reader's and Writer's Journal page 71
- Return Charlie and the Chocolate Factory and The BFG tomorrow.
February 2, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Draft for Compare/Contrast essay is due Monday
- Parent/Teacher Conferences are Monday; all forms must be returned if you plan on attending;
Fifth Grade
- Make sure you have completed all questions for Washed Up (up to page 48) if you have not completed in class.
February 1, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Great team and school spirit at Color Wars today. Go team Light Blue!
- Introduction for Compare/Contrast essay is due tomorrow.
- Notices for parent/teacher conferences must be returned by tomorrow.
- Wear your gym uniform tomorrow with the Dance-a-Thon t-shirt. Don't forget to send in your donation for cystic fibrosis tomorrow.
Fifth Grade
- No homework--we will be meeting tomorrow for ELA.
January 31, 2018
Sixth Grade
- We had a great time at Culture Day today. Thank you to all parents for taking time from your busy schedule to join the students for their presentations. Also, thank you for helping your student prepare the culture food.
- Tomorrow is the last day to bring in food items: cans or boxes.
- Dress for Color Wars tomorrow.
Fifth Grade
- Your Native American skits were wonderful today.
January 30, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Everyone did an excellent job today. Thank you to all parents and family members for attending our presentation.
- Culture Day--performances will take place tomorrow; those bringing in food must bring in before noon on Wednesday. Parents are invited to attend 12:30 to 2:00.
- Don't forget to bring in food items: cans or boxes by tomorrow.
Fifth Grade
- Everyone did an excellent job today. Thank you to all parents and family members for attending.
January 29, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Write a final copy of your letter to parents.
- Prepare for Literature Day tomorrow. Wear your costume into school. If you plan on changing, you must bring in your school uniform. Parents are invited to attend 9:45-11:00.
- Culture Day--performances will take place on Wednesday; those bringing in food must bring in before noon on Wednesday. Parents are invited to attend 12:30 to 2:00.
Fifth Grade
- Literatur Day is tomorrow; practice your lines. Your costume must be worn into school.
January 26, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Midterm Grades were sent home in the test/assignment folder. Please sign the tear-off and return no later than Monday, January 29.
- Practice your poem for Literature Day and make sure your costume is ready for Tuesday, January 30.
- Complete reading Where the Red Fern Grows by Monday, January 29; we will be writing an essay in class.
- We have completed practicing for Culture Day--performances will take place on Wednesday; those bringing in food must bring in before noon on Wednesday.
Fifth Grade
- Everyone has received a copy of their skit; memorize lines by Monday.
- Plan your costume for Literatur Day on Tuesday, January 30.
January 25, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Midterm Grades were sent home today in the test/assignment folder. Please sign the tear-off and return no later than Monday, January 29.
- My Perspectives - page 112; Answer questions 2 and 3 in "Analyze Text"
- Practice your poem for Literature Day and make sure your costume is ready for Tuesday, January 30.
- If you were absent today, complete the Social Studies assignment on Frontrowed.com
- Complete reading Where the Red Fern Grows by Monday, January 29; we will be writing an essay in class.
- Friday, last day to prepare for culture day.
Fifth Grade
- Everyone has received a copy of their skit; memorize lines by Monday.
- Plan your costume for Literatur Day on Tuesday, January 30.
January 24, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Practice your poem for Literature Day and make sure your costume is ready for Tuesday, January 30.
- Social Studies: Review your graphic organizer on the three sources analyzed about the Nile River. Record at least three benefits of the Nile River to the Egyptians. (complete this in your social studies notebook)
- Complete reading Where the Red Fern Grows by Monday, January 29; we will be writing an essay in class.
- Friday, last day to prepare for culture day.
Fifth Grade
- Washed Up: Reread pages 30 and 31. Complete the chart for the Walpole family (challenges and benefits of the setting)
- Everyone has received a copy of the skit for Literature Day; begin memorizing your lines.
- Plan your costume for Literatur Day on Tuesday, January 30.
January 23, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Poem must be memorized by tomorrow.
- My Perspectives - Answer Close Reading questions on pages 101, 103 and the one assigned in class for page 106.
- Complete reading Where the Red Fern Grows by Monday, January 29; we will be writing an essay in class.
- Friday, last day to prepare for culture day; posters must be completed by tomorrow.
Fifth Grade
- Everyone has received a copy of the skit for Literature Day; begin memorizing your lines; if you were absent, review the skit online. We will practice the skit tomorrow.
- Plan your costume for Literatur Day on Tuesday, January 30.
January 22, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Poem must be memorized by Wednesday, January 24.
- Complete reading Where the Red Fern Grows by Monday, January 29; we will be writing an essay in class.
- Friday, last day to prepare for culture day.
Fifth Grade
- Review your skit and plan your costume for Literatur Day on Tuesday, January 30; we will practice tomorrow, January 23.
January 19, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Study for the Religion midterm.
- Begin memorizing the lines of your poem.
- Where the Red Fern Grows must be completed by Friday, January, 26
Fifth Grade
- Look over your skit and plan your costume for Literatur Day on Tuesday, January 30.
January 18, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Tomorrow we will be working on the Cultural Day project; make sure you have all material to complete the board for this project.
- Where the Red Fern Grows must be completed by Friday, January, 26
Fifth Grade
- Look over your skit and plan your costume for Literatur Day on Tuesday, January 30.
January 17, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Study for Social Studies Midterm
- The next day we will work on Cultural Day is Friday, January, 19; make sure you have all material to complete the board for this project.
- Where the Red Fern Grows must be completed by Friday, January, 26
Fifth Grade
- Study for Social Studies midterm.
January 16, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Complete two Religion essays by tomorrow.
- Return test/assignment folder on Wednesday (remove all signed tests/assignments)
- Math midterm is tomorrow.
- The next day we will work on Cultural Day is Friday, January, 19; make sure you have all material to complete the board for this project.
Fifth Grade
- Readers' and Writers' Journal page 63.
January 12, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Where the Red Fern Grows next assignment is due Tuesday, January 16. Read chapters 16 and 17; In your binder, record the setting, characters, and sequence of events for these chapters. Complete the Graphic Organizer which has been distributed.
- Return test/assignment folder on Wednesday (remove all signed tests/assignments)
- study for midterms
- The next day we will work on Cultural Day is Friday, January, 19.
Fifth Grade
- Assignment for pages 24-33 in Washed Up! is by Tuesday, January 16
January 11, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Return the letter about Cultural Day and Literature Day signed by yourself and a parent by tomorrow.
- Where the Red Fern Grows next assignment is due Tuesday, January 16. Read chapters 16 and 17; In your binder, record the setting, characters, and sequence of events for these chapters. Complete the Graphic Organizer handed out today.
- ELA (Reading and Writing) midterm is tomorrow.
- Bring in information for your Culture Day project tomorrow.
Fifth Grade
- Assignment for pages 24-33 in Washed Up! is by Tuesday, January 16
- ELA (Reading and Writing) midterm is tomorrow.
January 10, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Social Studies: Answer questions 2, 3, and 4 on page 95
- Where the Red Fern Grows next assignment is due Tuesday, January 16. Read chapters 16 and 17; In your binder, record the setting, characters, and sequence of events for these chapters. You will be receiving a graphic organizer.
- ELA (Reading and Writing) midterm is Friday.
- Bring in information for your Culture Day project on Friday.
- All test folders must be returned by tomorrow.
- Topics for Social Studies midterm essays were given today.
Fifth Grade
- Readers' and Writers' Journal page 56
- Topics for Social Studies midterm essays were given today.
January 9, 2018
Sixth Grade
- My Perspectives - Complete a First Read "from MY Life with the Chimpanzees" (pages 101-110);
highlight unfamiliar vocabulary. Answer comprehension questions (numbers 1-5) on page 111. Highlight evidence in the text that helped you answer the questions.
- Where the Red Fern Grows next assignment is due Tuesday, January 16. Read chapters 16 and 17; In your binder, record the setting, characters, and sequence of events for these chapters. You will be receiving a graphic organizer.
- Study for midterms; all midterm outlines have been distributed; don't wait until the last minute to study.
- Review the terms in your notebook for the Religion midterm.
Fifth Grade
- Answer questions for pages 18-23 of Washed Up.
- study for midterms; the midterm outlines for social studies and ELA have been distributed.
January 8, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Religion: Complete the "Fall of Jericho" worksheet and hand in tomorrow.
- Have test/assignment folder signed and returned by tomorrow.
- Where the Red Fern Grows next assignment is due Tuesday, January 16. Read chapters 16 and 17; In your binder, record the setting, characters, and sequence of events for these chapters. You will be receiving a graphic organizer.
- Study for midterms; all midterm outlines have been distributed; don't wait until the last minute to study.
- Review the terms in your notebook for the Religion midterm.
- MAP testing will be completed tomorrow.
- Check Google Classroom for graded assignments.
Fifth Grade
- All poems for Charlie and the Chocolate and Factory or the BFG must be handed in tomorrow.
- Readers' and Writers' Journal page 53
- study for midterms; the midterm outlines for social studies and ELA have been distributed.
- Check Google Classroom for graded assignments.
January 5, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Anyone absent, Share with me your assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows or make sure you hand in on Monday. If it is not typed, it must be handwritten.
- Study for midterms; all midterm outlines have been distributed; don't wait until the last minute to study.
- Review the terms in your notebook for the Religion midterm.
- MAP testing will resume on Monday.
- Anyone that has not yet completed and submitted the Social Studies assignment in Google Classroom for "Life in Egypt" must do so.
- Check Google Classroom for graded assignments.
Fifth Grade
- All poems for Charlie and the Chocolate and Factory or the BFG must be completed by Monday and handed in.
- Answer questions for pages 4-11 in Washed Up.
- study for midterms; the midterm outlines for social studies and ELA have been distributed.
- Check Google Classroom for graded assignments.
January 3, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Social Studies: Life in Egypt assignment is due tomorrow (on Google Classroom)
- Study for midterms; all midterm outlines have been distributed; don't wait until the last minute to study.
- The next assignment of Where the Red Fern Grows is due Friday, January 5; the assignment is posted on Google Classroom. (Write both essasys on loose leaf with a full heading.)
Fifth Grade
- The BFG and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory must be completed by Friday, January 5.
- Answer questions for pages 4-11 in Washed Up.
- study for midterms; the midterm outlines for social studies and ELA have been distributed.
January 2, 2018
Sixth Grade
- Study for midterms; all midterm outlines have been distributed; don't wait until the last minute to study.
- Review all corrections made today for your nonfiction Narrative and resubmit. Remember--this will be counted as a test grade. (Check your narrative against the rubric on page 87 of My Perspectives)
- Social Studies: Complete the Google Classroom Assignment (Life in Egypt) by Thursday.
- The next assignment of Where the Red Fern Grows is due Friday, January 5; the assignment is posted on Google Classroom.
- Check frontrowed.com to make sure all assignments have been completed.
Fifth Grade
- Review all corrections made today for your theme of Night of the Spadefoot Toads and resubmit. Remember--this will be counted as a test grade.
- The BFG and Charlie and the Chocolate Factory must be completed by Friday, January 5.
- study for midterms; the midterm outlines for social studies and ELA have been distributed.
December 21, 2017
Sixth Grade
- All midterm outlines have been distributed; don't wait until the last minute to study.
- The next assignment of Where the Red Fern Grows is due Friday, January 5; the assignment is posted on Google Classroom.
- Check frontrowed.com to make sure all assignments have been completed.
Fifth Grade
- The next fifty pages of the independent reading book must be completed after the Christmas break.
- The midterm outlines for social studies and ELA have been distributed.
December 19, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Finish typing the nonfiction narrative and submit by tomorrow to Google Classroom..
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows is posted on Google Classroom;
due January 5.
- Submit your Works Cited page by Thursday to Google Classroom (Social Studies).
Fifth Grade
- The next fifty pages of the independent reading book must be completed after the Christmas break.
- Revise your skit by tomorrow.
- Anyone not working on the skit must have all information for the Character poem by tomorrow.
December 18, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Finish typing nonn fiction narrative and submit by Wednesday to Google Classroom..
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows is due tomorrow.
- Works Cited will be completed by Wednesday, December 20; if you have not yet gathered all necessary information, this needs to be completed.
Fifth Grade
- The next fifty pages of the independent reading book must be completed after the Christmas break.
- Finish typing the theme essay for Night of the Spadefoot Toads and submit to Google Classroom by tomorrow. Be prepared to return the book tomorrow.
December 15, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Draft of the entire non-fiction narrative is due Monday.
- Return test/assignment folder signed by Monday.
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows is posted in Google Classroom. This is due Tuesday, December 19.
- Today we have worked on gathering information for all online and print sources for the cuneiform paper. Students have begun writing their Works Cited page in MLA format. This will be completed by Wednesday, December 20; therefore, if you have not yet gathered all necessary information, this needs to be completed by Monday.
Fifth Grade
- Read the next fifty pages and complete the following assignment for independent reading by Monday, December 18. Pick one scene from the first 100 pages of the book that you find interesting, and write a summary of that scene.
- Finish typing the theme essay for Night of the Spadefoot Toads and submit to Google Classroom by Tuesday, December 19.
December 13, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Draft of Non-fiction narrative is due Friday.
- Religion Quiz tomorrow(Chapter 8)
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows is posted in Google Classroom, Due Tuesday, December 19
Fifth Grade
- Read the next fifty pages and complete the assignment for independent reading by Monday, December 18.
- Finish typing the theme essay for Night of the Spadefoot Toads and submit to Google Classroom by Tuesday, December 19.
December 12, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Prepare for writing non-fiction narrative (complete page 85 in My Perspectives).
- Religion Quiz on Thursday (Chapter 8)
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows is posted in Google Classroom, Due December 19
Fifth Grade
- Read the next fifty pages and complete the assignment for independent reading by Monday, December 18.
- Write sentences using five precise words (refer to the worksheet completed)
December 11, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Social Studies Test on tomorrow (Fertile Crescent and Sumer; review all vocabulary, the importance of the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, and important inventions; essay topic: be able to describe Sumerian inventions and how they helped to improve the lives of the Sumerian people)
- Religion Quiz on Thursday (Chapter 8)
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows is posted in Google Classroom, Due December 19
Fifth Grade
- Social Studies test tomorrow (Native Americans of the Southwest, Woodlands, and Plains--know vocabulary and where the tribes are from. In addition, you should study their lifestyles. For example, how they farmed, lived, and their customs. Essay topics: Importance of the buffalo to the Plains people and the importance of natural resources to the Native Americans of the Woodlands)
- Independent Reading assignment is due tomorrow, December 12.
December 8, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Social Studies Test on Tuesday (Fertile Crescent and Sumer; review all vocabulary, the importance of the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers, and important inventions; essay topic: be able to describe Sumerian inventions and how they helped to improve the lives of the Sumerian people)
- Religion Quiz on Thursday (Chapter 8)
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows is posted in Google Classroom.
Fifth Grade
- Social Studies test on Tuesday (Native Americans of the Southwest, Woodlands, and Plains--know vocabulary and where the tribes are from. In addition, you should study their lifestyles. For example, how they farmed, lived, and their customs. Essay topics: Importance of the buffalo to the Plains people and the importance of natural resources to the Native Americans of the Woodlands)
- Independent Reading assignment is due Tuesday, December 12.
December 7, 2017
Sixth Grade
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows that is posted in Google Classroom is due tomorrow, December 8.
Fifth Grade
- Read the remaining pages of "Hatchet" in the Text Collection. 1. Define the following words: ignite, registered, painstaking, depression, and gratified; 2. Compare and Contrast two events in the story. 3. Why is the book called Hatchet?
- Independent Reading assignment is due Tuesday, December 12.
December 6, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Quiz tomorrow on "I'm a Skinny Tomboy Kid" (Study figurative language, vocabulary and all work completed in My Perspectives.
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows is posted in Google Classroom.
(Due Friday, December 8)
Fifth Grade
- Read pages 12-17 of "Hatchet" in the Text Collection and respond to the following question: What did you learn about Brian? Include text evidence.
- Independent Reading assignment is due Tuesday, December 12.
December 5, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Quiz changed to Thursday on "I'm a Skinny Tomboy Kid" (Study figurative language, vocabulary and all work completed in My Perspectives.
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows is posted in Google Classroom.
(Due Friday, December 7)
- Complete Text Questions for "I Was a Skinny Tomboy Kid."
- If you were absent, complete ELA assignment on Pearsonrealize.com.
Fifth Grade
- If you were absent, complete assignments on frontrowed.com.
- Reader's and Writer's Journal: complete pages 33 and 35.
December 4, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Wednesday: Quiz on "I'm a Skinny Tomboy Kid" (Study figurative language, vocabulary and all work completed in My Perspectives.
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows is posted in Google Classroom. (Due December 7)
- Write a paragraph (scenario) using at least two types of figurative language.
Fifth Grade
- Write dialogue in response to the assignment on the bottom of page 32 in the Readers and Writers Journal.
December 1, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Wednesday: Quiz on "I'm a Skinny Tomboy Kid"
- The next assignment for Where the Red Fern Grows is posted in Google Classroom.
Fifth Grade
- Complete all questions for "Shell" (pages 7-11) in the reading section of your binder.
November 30, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Where the Red Fern Grows assignment for Chapters 1 to 3 is due tomorrow, December 1.
Fifth Grade
- Write a draft of the second paragraph of the body for you theme essay.
- Complete all questions for "Shell" in the reading section of your binder.
November 29, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Where the Red Fern Grows assignment for Chapters 1 to 3 is due on Friday, December 1.
- Research paper on Cuneiform is due tomorrow, November 30 (see Google Classroom Assignment)
Fifth Grade
- Write a draft of the first paragraph of the body for you theme essay.
November 28, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Where the Red Fern Grows assignment for Chapters 1 to 3 is due on Friday, December 1.
- Write the theme scenario on loose leaf.
- Research paper on Cuneiform is due Thursday, November 30 (see Google Classroom Assignment)
Fifth Grade
- Finish the Social Studies worksheet.
- Write a draft of the introduction for you theme essay.
November 27, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Where the Red Fern Grows assignment for Chapters 1 to 3 is due on December 1.
- Religion test tomorrow, Chapter 5. (Additional notes were given in class today; make sure you can summarize at least one of the patriarch's stories.)
- Research paper on Cuneiform is due Thursday, November 30 (see Google Classroom Assignment)
Fifth Grade
- Test tomorrow on Night of the Spadefoot Toads (entire book),
Study the following: Point of View, Theme, Plot Structure (Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution); Make sure you know the following vocabulary words: sinister, biomes, and dwindled; In addition, reread Night of the Spadefoot Toads from the bottom of page 123 through page 131(when Ben visits the vernal pool with Mrs. Tibbets) and review the lesson completed in class on page 7 of the Reader's and Writer's Journal (point of view)
November 22, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Where the Red Fern Grows assignment for Chapters 1 to 3 is due on December 1.
- Religion test Tuesday, Chapter 5.
- Research paper on Cuneiform is due Thursday, November 30 (see Google Classroom Assignment)
Fifth Grade
- Complete both sides of the graphic organizer for Night of the Spadefoot Toads.
- Write a summary of the plot for Night of the Spadefoot Toads. (Due Monday)
- Test on Night of the Spadefoot Toads (entire book), Tuesday
Study the following: Point of View, Theme, Plot Structure (Exposition, Rising Action, Climax, Falling Action, and Resolution); Make sure you know the following vocabulary words: sinister, biomes, and dwindled; In addition, reread Night of the Spadefoot Toads from the bottom of page 123 through page 131(when Ben visits the vernal pool with Mrs. Tibbets) and review the lesson completed in class on page 7 of the Reader's and Writer's Journal (point of view)
November 21, 2017
Sixth Grade
- Where the Red Fern Grows assignment for Chapters 1 to 3 is due on December 1.
- Religion test Tuesday, Chapter 5.
Fifth Grade
- Complete both sides of the graphic organizer for Night of the Spadefoot Toads.
- Write a summary of the plot for Night of the Spadefoot Toads. (Due Monday)
- Test on Night of the Spadefoot Toads (entire book), Tuesday -