Success in the Savanna, 5/2/14

Dear Parents:

         This week has been full of good learning and conversation in the classroom.  We have been discussing how a bill becomes a law and shared laughs over some of the crazy laws still on the books in some states. We also worked hard on geometry and measured the volume of boxes.  In science, we concluded a mini-unit on Earth/Space and will kick off our Matter unit on Monday.  In language arts, we are reading in small groups and reviewing singular and plural nouns as well as possessives.  We also finished a writing piece on Spring Break memories.

         I wish to extend a big thank-you to Mrs. Behr for being a presenter for Career Day! The children all enjoyed learning about the various jobs that she and others do.  Most were impressed to know that all jobs involve math, writing, and reading.

         As a reminder, the SOL’s will begin on May 19^th.  All of our tests are scheduled to begin at 9:15 am.  It will be important for your child to be on time for school on these testing days.  Please remember that the tests are not timed and the children can take as long as they need to complete them. In the past most of the children have been finished with a given test within an hour or so.  The most important aspect to get “ready” for these tests is for the children to be well rested.  Having a good night’s sleep and regular bedtimes will help immeasurably.  We will begin our testing review next week and I hope that this will help ease any worries about the tests.

         As you look over the upcoming events, please note the Rising 4^th Grade Orientation on May 28^th.  This meeting will be held in the library at 7pm, and is an opportunity for you to hear from the 4^th grade teachers about what to expect for next year.  I hope you will be able to make it.

         I hope everyone will be able to get outside this weekend and enjoy the weather.

Ms. Coffman                                                                         see back ->

        

        

UPCOMING EVENTS

                       Fri. May 16- Imagination Stage Field Trip-9am-12:30pm

                           Sat. May 17- Home and Garden Tour

                           Mon. May 19- Science SOL

                         Thurs. May 22- Social Studies SOL

                         Mon. May 26- Memorial Day- No School

                         Wed. May 28- Math SOL

                           Wed. May 28- Rising 4^th Grade Orientation- 7pm in the Library

                         Thurs./Fri. May 29-30- Reading SOL