Units of Study
Reading and Writing-
- Character and Setting
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Story Elements
- Long and Short Vowels
- Long Vowel blends
- Descriptive Paragraphs
- Daily 5- Read to Self and Read to Someone..
- Point of view story
- Persuasive paragraph
Social Studies- We are learning about the four levels of government.
The class will be studying local, community, state and federal government, and how each level functions.
Math-
The "Marvels continue to work on mastering all math facts. They just finished the study of fractions. They are now working on basic long division problems. In the next weeks they will be introduced to probability and geometric concepts and solving problems using strategies.
Homework
Students will bring home a homework planning sheet in a purple folder that will state what is expected for each night in every subject area. Unlike the primary grades, intermediate students will be given homework each night for the specific day. Students will not be given a packet of work to finish during the week. This new habit of study skills will foster independence and responsibility as they grow in the intermediate grades.
Special Announcements
Students need to bring in a healthy snack and water bottle each day. Water bottles will be brought home each day to clean and refill.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How is my child's birthday celebrated at school?
A: Students may bring a birthday book to share with the class. Your child may read the book and keep it on a special shelf in the classroom. We would like to discourage sugary snacks and treats, and reinforce literacy instead.
Q: When will my child have music and physical education days?
A: Students will have music and physical education days on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1:40-2:40.
Q: When will my child go to the library?
A: Students will go to the library on Wednesdays from 2:30-3:00. Mrs. Grandorf is looking for parent volunteers during library time. Please help your child remember to return his/her book every Wednesday.
Q: When will my child have Spanish?
A: Senora Blanca will teach Spanish on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30-10:00.
Q: What is the best way to contact you (Mrs. Kelly)?
A: I prefer email as the best mode of contact. Please feel free to email me anytime. I respond to your email within the day. I am always eager to speak with you as well. Please feel free to schedule an appointment.