Monday, August 24, 2009

Week of 8/31

This is our first full week together. We will continue reviewing rules and class expectations. Planners are needed on a daily basis. Texts will be handed out this week as well.
LA: Expectations reviewed. Grading policy and class information continued. We will begin journals this week. HOMEWORK:By Tuesday, September 8, please bring in 5 items that fit on your desk that will represent you and/or your summer.
READING: Story, discussion and writing prompt in class: The 100 Dresses.
SOCIAL STUDIES: Geography Books and your place in the community. Come prepared with directions to your local favorite food place and elementary school.
SCIENCE: What is a scientist? What do they do? What do they look like? In class writing assignment. Your visual due on Friday, 9/4/09.
MATH: What do you remember about the four basic operations? A review of math skills will take place this week. Homework will include finding various shapes in the community. This may sound elementary but it's amazing!

Week of 8/24

WELCOME BACK!
We will be spending this first week reviewing PBIS, team and class rules. Be prepared for fun activities to stimulate your brain into the school mode again. Please have all supplies by Tuesday, September8 labeled with your name.