11/5

There will be no blog video this week.  Instead, here is an update on what we have been doing in our class:

In reading we have been working on our nonfiction unit and have learned about the different nonfiction text features and structures.  Look for our non-fiction genre project information sheet to go home next week!  In Math we started measurement and Unit 3.  In writing we are working on showing, and in grammar we are studying proper and common nouns.   In social studies we wrapped up our Midwest unit with a group/self evaluation.  We will be starting our science unit on the solar system next week!  Finally, this week we visited the Innovation Lab for the first time and worked on various STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) activities.  Ask your child about this experience and view our Twitter feed for pictures!



Thank you to our parent volunteers for a great Halloween party!  The kids just loved it!

Thank you if you were able to make it to our 2nd annual Heritage float museum.  The kids were proud to show off their hard work, creativity and heritage!

This week we scheduled all of the parent-teacher conferences.  On Monday, 11/7, a parent-teacher conference confirmation form will go home.  Please confirm your appointment by returning the bottom portion of this form.

A reminder that there will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, 11/8 due to our staff institute day!

Students should remember to read 20 minutes each school night, and record their minutes on their reading calendar.   The November Reading Calendar is due November 30.  The goal is 500 minutes.

Please review the contents of your child's Friday Folder, including the weekly reflection.  Then please sign and return the empty folder on Monday.

And...congratulations to the CHICAGO CUBS for winning the World Series!!!