Friday, December 21, 2012

Friday, December 21, 2012
Math and Science--There is no homework over vacation.
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were sent home today.  When we return to school on Wednesday, January, 2, 2013, it will be Day 1--Phys. Ed.
Have a very Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy 2013!
Happy Holidays!

Thursday, December 20, 2012

Thursday, December 20, 2012
Math--Periods 1 and 2--We have no homework.  We will go over Wednesday's homework during our next math class.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--No homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Today chorus students from grades 4, 5, and 6 practiced at the high school.  You sounded great!  Tomorrow is Day 5--Library and a 1:00 dismissal.  The elementary chorus and band concert is at the high school tonight at 7:00.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, December 19, 2012

Wednesday, December 19, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete textbook page 136 numbers c, d, and e.  For e be sure to write your problem in sentence form.  Proofread for content and the mechanics of your writing.
Math--Period 2--Finish your two averaging worksheets.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--No homework.  Today we continued our labs to identify a substance by its solubility.  Students are doing a great job!   Be sure to return your signed tests if you didn't already do so.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is our practice for chorus.  Chorus students will go to the high school for most of the day to practice.  Chorus students may wear Phys. Ed. clothes for practice and bring bottled water.  Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 21.  Number 30 requires some extra work!  You may have to reread it several times.
Math--Period 2--No homework.  If you were absent yesterday, be sure worksheets 2 and 37 are finished.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We continued our Mystery Solution lab today.  If you didn't already do so, return your signed test.  If you don't get it signed, you won't have recess.
Homeroom Reminders--You did a GREAT job at our holiday concert at the high school today!  Congratulations!  Don't forget if you are in the band to bring your instrument to school tomorrow!  Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers.
Have a great night!

Monday, December 17, 2012

Monday, December 17, 2012
Math--Period 1--Practice your multiplication flashcards.  Correct and finish Lesson 21.
Math--Period 2--Complete worksheets 2 and 37 on interpretting remainders.  Show your work on the back of the paper and carefully read the story problem several times before deciding on your answer.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Several groups are carrying out the procedures that they wrote in class to identify a mystery chemical by its solubility.  We will continue working on this lab throughout the week.  If you didn't already do so, get your test signed.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow grades 3 to 6 will perform their holiday concert at the high school starting at 9:30.  Tomorrow is Day 2--Music.
Have a great night!

Friday, December 14, 2012

Friday, December 14, 2012
Math--Periods 1 and 2--No homework.  In class today we made flashcards for the multiplication facts that are challenging for us.  Memorizing our basic facts will make us more effecient and accurate math students!
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Get your tests signed if you didn't already do so.
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were not sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 1--Phys. Ed.  Next week is a busy music week.  The Grades 3 to 6 holiday concert will be on Tuesday at the high school at 9:30.  The elementary band and chorus concert will be on Thursday evening at the high school at 7:00.  Band students will have practice at the high school on Wednesday, and chorus students will have practice at the high school on Thursday.
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Thursday, December 13, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete your pictograph paper.  Do problems 1 to 15 of Lesson 21.
Math--Period 2--Complete your pictograph paper.  Complete your "Moving On" paper.  Carefully read and think about how you will interpret your remainder for each problem.
Science--Period 3--If you didn't already do so, get your test signed.
Science--Period 4--No homework.  Test grades are posted on eSchoolbook.  Period 4, you did a very good job on your tests!  Congratulations!  We will send them home for a parent signature once everyone in the class has taken the test.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow we will travel to the high school to see the high school band and chorus holiday concert.  Tomorrow is Day 5--Library Book Exchange.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

Wednesday, December 12, 2012   12/12/12!
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 20.  Complete problems A to N on page 125 in your notebook.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 26.  Complete problems A to L on page 162 in your notebook.  Show all division work and checks.
Science--Period 3--Get your test signed.  Period 3, you did a great job on your test!  Congratulations!
Science--Period 4--We took our test today.  If you were absent, be ready to take your test when you return.
Homeroom Reminders--Today was not a rotation day.  During special time, students practiced with the music teachers for the holiday concert.  Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.  Signed progress reports were due today. They must be returned in order for you to have recess.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

Tuesday, December 11, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct and finish Lesson 20.  If you are unsure how to do the division problems that are new to Lesson 20 review the Lesson 20 sample problems in the textbook.
Math--Period 2--Complete the following problems in Lesson 26--1 to 3, 6 to 23, 25, 27, and 28.  Complete division worksheet number 11--"The Winning Card Collection."  Show your division problems and checks.
Science--Period 3--We took our test today.  If you were absent today, be ready to take your test when you return.
Science--Period 4--We will have our test tomorrow on the Investigation 2 study guide.  Study at home tonight.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.  Signed progress reports are due tomorrow.
Have a great night!

Monday, December 10, 2012

Monday, December 10, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 19.  Complete problems 1 to 8, 10, 11, and 13 to 15 of Lesson 20.
Math--Period 2--Finish your Frog division worksheet number 34.  Show your problems and checks on lined paper.
Science--Period 3--Study your Investigation 2 study guide for tomorrow's test.
Science--Period 4--Complete notebook page 20.  Between the two questioins you must have at least 5 sentences in your answers.  Be sure to proofread for content and mechanics.  Our test will be on Wednesday.  Study your Investigation 2 study guide.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers.  Signed progress reports are due by Wednesday.
Have a great night!

Friday, December 7, 2012

Friday, December 7, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct and finish Lesson 19.
Math--Period 2--Complete numbers 19 to 24 of your division worksheet.  Do your problems and checks in your math notebook.  Do numbers 2 to 5 of the Frog worksheet number 34.  Do your problems and checks on lined paper.  We did number 1 as an example.
Science--Period 3-- We will have our Investigation 2 test on Tuesday.  Study your Investigation 2 study guide.
Science--Period 4--We will have our Investigation 2 test on Tuesday or Wednesday.  Study your Investigation 2 study guide.  Correct your Sour Power packet.
Homeroom Reminders--Students received their midterm progress reports today.  Stapled to them was a letter and progress report from Ms. Kraft for computer class.  You may keep her progress report.  Please sign and return the regular progress report to school by Tuesday, December 11.  Communication envelopes were sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 2--Music.
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, December 6, 2012

Thursday, December 6, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete numbers 1 to 15 of Lesson 19.  Complete the graph worksheet.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 22.  Complete the graph worksheet.
Science--Period 3--Complete notebook page 20 in complete sentences.  Between the two questions you must write at least 5 sentences.  Proofread your work for content and mechanics!  Study your Investigation 2 study guide for Tuesday's test.
Science--Period 4--Study your Investigation 2 study guide for Tuesday's test.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 18 and complete your Star multiplication worksheet.  While doing the Star worksheet, work out every problem on lined paper.  You may do the Bonus box at the bottom.  It is not mandatory.
Math--Period 2--Finish Lesson 22 and complete your Star multiplication workhseet.  While doing the Star worksheet, work out every problem on lined paper. You may do the Bonus box at the bottom. It is not mandatory.
Science--Period 3--Our test on Investigation 2 has been moved to Tuesday.
Science--Period 4--Correct your Decompression Sickness packet.  Read the Sour Power article on pp. 16 and 17 of our Mixtures and Solutions book.  Complete the Sour Power packet.  Our Investigation 2 test is on Tuesday.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 5--Library Class.
Have a great night! 

Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Tuesday, December 4, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct and finish Lesson 18.
Math--Period 2--Complete up to number 18 on our division practice worksheet.  Show your work and checks in your notebook.  Complete numbers 1 to 15 of Lesson 22.
Science--Period 3--Read the article Sour Power in our Mixtures and Solutions book.  Complete the Sour Power packet.  Our test on the Investigation 2 study guide is planned for Friday.
Science--Period 4--Complete the third page of our Investigation 2 study guide.  Our test on the Investigation 2 study guide is planned for next Tuesday.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.
Have a great night! 

Monday, December 3, 2012

Monday, December 3, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete numbers 1 to 20 of Lesson 18.  If you didn't already do so, get your tests signed.
Math--Period 2--Complete division worksheet numbers 3 to 12 do your work and checks in your notebook.
Science--Period 3--Complete page 3 of your study guide.  Correct your Decompression Sickness packet.  We will have a test on the Investigation 2 study guide on Friday.
Science--Period 4--Complete your entire Decompression Sickness packet.  Use your textbook to help you and answer the circled items in sentence form.  Use parts of the question to help you write your sentence answers.  Study your Investigation 2 study guide for our test on Friday.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers.
Have a great night!

Friday, November 30, 2012

Friday, November 30, 2012
Math--Period 1--Get your two tests signed.  Do corrections on lined paper for your cumulative test.
Math--Period 2--No homework.  We started division in class today, and we will continue division in class on Monday.  If you didn't get your tests signed yet, please do so over the weekend.
Science--Period 3--Finish your Decompression Sickness packet.  Refer to pp. 13 to 15 of your Mixtures and Solutions book for help.
Science--Period 4--No homework.  We finished reading Decompression Sickness in class today.  We have one more video clip to watch and discuss related to this article.  On Monday we will start our Decompression Sickness packet in class.
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 2--Music.
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, November 29, 2012

Thursday, November 29, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete your graph worksheet.  Complete pp. 100 and 101 problems A to D in your notebook.  Complete pp. 114 and 115 problems A to K in your notebook.
Math--Period 2--Complete your graph worksheet.  Correct Lesson 21.  Do your test corrections on lined paper.  Get your two tests signed.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Study your Investigation 2 study guide.  Today we read the article "Decompression Sickness" in class. We will continue working with this article tomorrow.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, November 28, 2012

Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct and finish Lesson 16.
Math--Period 2--Correct and finish Lesson 21.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Start to study your Investigation 2 study guide.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 5--Library Book Exchange.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, November 27, 2012

Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete Lesson 16 numbers 1 to 20.
Math--Period 2--Complete problems A to E on pp. 135 and 136 in your notebook.  Complete Lesson 21 numbers 1 to 15.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--If you didn't already do so, get your element quiz signed.  Today we started a follow-up study guide for our saturation lab.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.  The Blue Band will have practice tomorrow afternoon.  Blue Band members should bring their instruments to school tomorrow.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, November 21, 2012

Wednesday, November 21, 2012
Math--Periods 1 and 2--No homework.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--If you did not already do so, get your element test signed.
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were sent home today.  When we return to school on Tuesday, November 27, it will be Day 3--Computers.
Have a safe and fun Thanksgiving break!

Tuesday, November 20, 2012

Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 17.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 20.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--If you didn't already do so, get your element test signed.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 2-- Music.  Don't forget about our homework mixer tomorrow at 12:15.  If you had no missed homework assignments in the month of November, you may bring in a snack, drink, and a game.  Also remember we have a 1:00 dismissal tomorrow.
Have a great night!

Monday, November 19, 2012

Monday, November 19, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct and finish Lesson 17.  Complete numbers 13 to 18 and number 27 of your equation worksheet.  Show all of your work.  Refer to the examples on the back of the paper for help.
Math--Period 2--Correct and finish Lesson 20.  Complete numbers 1 to 6 and number 25 of your equation worksheet.  Show all of your work.  Refer to the examples on the back of the paper for help.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Get your element test signed.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.  We will have our November homework mixer reward on Wednesday.  You may bring in a drink, snack, and a game for the mixer if you did not miss any homework assignments during the month of November.  Remember there is a 1:00 dismissal on Wednesday.
Have a great night!

Friday, November 16, 2012

Friday, November 16, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete page 108 A to L.  Do these problems in your notebook.  Complete numbers 1 to 15 of Lesson 17.
Math--Period 2--Complete the following problems in Lesson 20--1, 2 4 to 17, 26, 27, and 30. 
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today we took our element quiz.  If you were absent today, you will take it when you return.
Homeroom Reminders--Thank you for sending in items for the Super Storm Sandy vicitims.  Communication envelopes were sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 5--Library class.
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, November 15, 2012

Thursday, November 15, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete your graph worksheet.  Complete numbers 7 to 12 and number 26 of your equation worksheet.  Remember to show all of your steps and follow the examples if you need help.
Math--Period 2--Complete your graph worksheet.  Complete 26 to 30 of your equation worksheet.  Remember to show all of your steps and follow the examples if you need help.  Correct and finish Lesson 19.
Periods 3 and 4--Study your element flashcards for your quiz tomorrow.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is the last day for Super Storm Sandy donations.  Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

Wednesday, November 14, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 15.  Complete 1 to 6 and number 25 of the equation worksheet.  Do your work on lined paper.  Follow the examples on the back of the paper and show all of your work.. 
Math--Period 2--Complete numbers 19 to 25 of the equation worksheet.  Do your work on lined paper.  Follow the examples on the back of the paper and show all of your work..
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We did not have class today.  Continue to study your element flashcards.  We will have our quiz on Friday.  This afternoon we had a presentation on personal body safety with Mrs. Geary, and we did a bullying lesson in our homeroom.
Homeroom Reminders--Don't forget your donation for Super Storm Sandy victims.  Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, November 13, 2012

Tuesday, November 13, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct and finish Lesson 15.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 18.  Have a parent sign your original Lesson 18 paper.  Complete numbers 1 to 15 of Lesson 19.  We completed some of these problems yesterday for homework.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We continued our saturated solution lab today.  We moved our element quiz to Friday.  Study your element flashcards.
Homeroom Reminders--Don't forget to bring in your donations for the victims of Super Storm Sandy.  Tomorrow is Day 2--Music.
Have a great night!

Monday, November 12, 2012

Monday, November 12, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete numbers 1 to 20 of Lesson 15.  Correct your multiplication worksheet number 7.
Math--Period 2--Complete the following problems in Lesson 19--1 to 5, 10 to 12, 16 to 18, and 22 and 23.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Practice your element flashcards for Thursday's quiz.  Today we started our saturated solutions lab.
Homeroom Reminders--NSE is collecting items for Tropical Storm Sandy victims in New York.  We will be collecting items all week.  Students were given a list of items that are needed.  There is also a list on the main North Schuylkill page.  Thank you, PTO, for sponsoring the COOL laser light assembly this morning!  Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.
Have a great night!

Thursday, November 8, 2012

Thursday, November 8, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete multiplication worksheet 7.  Complete the graph reading worksheet.
Math--Period 2--Complete 13 to 18 of your subtraction equation worksheet.  Follow the examples on the back of the worksheet and show all of your steps.  Complete the graph reading worksheet.  Complete Lesson 18.
Reminders for Both Math Classes--If you are struggling with your multiplication facts, use some the of the web pages on my blog to practice your facts.  The faster your recall of your basic facts--the faster you will finish your work.  Also if you have any paper work to return to Mrs. Liem, it must be handed in ASAP.
Science--Period 3--Finish and study your element flashcards.  We will have a quiz next Thursday or Friday.
Science--Period 4--Finish and study your element flashcards.  We will have a quiz next Thursday or Friday.  Complete the element story worksheet.  You may skip the last five items on the second side.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is an Act 80 teacher inservice.  There is no school for students.  Communication envelopes were sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 5--Library Book Exchange.
Have a great weekend!

Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 14.  Complete graphing worksheet number 27.  You may skip numbers 9 and 10. 
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 16.  Complete numbers 1 to 12 on your subtraction equation worksheet.  Complete problems 2, 3, and 4 of Lesson 18.  Write and solve an equation for each problem.
Science--Period 3--Complete both sides of the Element Story worksheet.  You may skip numbers 1 to 5 on the bottom of the second side.
Science--Period 4--No homework.  Students will receive the Element Story worksheet in our next class.  We finished presenting element projects today.
Homeroom Reminders--Please return signed report card slips ASAP.  Also if you received papers from Mrs. Liem for Title 1 Math, please return them as well.  Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, November 6, 2012

Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete numbers 26 to 30 of your subtraction equation worksheet.  Follow the examples on the back of the worksheet and show all of your work on lined paper.  Correct and finish Lesson 14.
Math--Period 2--Finish Lesson 16.  Get your tests signed if you didn't already do so.
Science--Periods 3 and 4- Get your test and grade sheet signed if you didn't already do so.  We continued our Element project discussions today.  We have a few to finish tomorrow.
Homeroom Reminders--Report cards were distributed today.  Please sign the bottom portion of the report card and return it to school. Also, please let us know if you would like to have a conference or a phone call, we would be very happy to meet or speak with you.  Our October homework mixer is tomorrow.  You may bring in a snack, drink, and game for our extended activity period.  Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers.
Have a great night!

Monday, November 5, 2012

Monday, November 5, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete numbers 21 to 25 of your subtraction equation worksheet.  Follow the examples on the back of the paper and show all of your work.  Complete numbers 1 to 20 of Lesson 14.
Math--Period 2--Complete problems A to D on pp. 100 and 101 in your notebook.  Get your tests signed.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Get your test and element grade sheet signed.  Today students started to present and discuss their element projects.  Many students found some very interesting information!  We also saw some pretty neat PowerPoint presentations and poster projects!  Congratulations on jobs well done!
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 2--Music.
Have a great night!

Friday, November 2, 2012

Friday, November 2, 2012
Math--Periods 1 and 2--No homework.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--No homework.  On Monday students will present their Element projects.  Many students did a fantastic job researching and organizing their information!
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 1--Phys. Ed.  Remember next Friday (November 9) is an Act 80 inservice day for teachers.  There is no school for students.  If you would like a conference with any of your child's teachers, please contact the teacher at school.  We would be very happy to meet with you to discuss your child's progress.
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, November 1, 2012

Thursday, November 1, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete numbers 13 to 20 of your equation worksheet on lined paper.  Be sure to follow the examples on the back of the paper.  Many of you did a GREAT job showing your work for numbers 1 to 12 yesterday!
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 17.  Complete the graph worksheet.  You may skip the last two questions if you do not know how to do them.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today we took our Physical Properties test.  If you were absent, be ready to take your test when you return.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 5--Library.  We will also have our Halloween Party tomorrow afternoon.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 13.  Complete 1 to 12 of your equation worksheet.
Math--Period 2--Finish your multiplication worksheet.  Do Lesson 17, 1 to 30.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Study for tomorrow's test on mass, weight, volume, and density.  All of the material is found in your Physical Properties study guide.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.  Our Halloween party will be on Friday afternoon.
Happy Halloween!
Have a great night!

Friday, October 26, 2012

Friday, October 26, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct and finish Lesson 13.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 15.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We will have our Physicial Properties test on Tuesday.  Study your study guide on mass, weight, volume, and density over the weekend.
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were not sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 3--Computers.  Due to the possiblity of bad weather, our Halloween party has been moved to next Friday--November 2.
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, October 25, 2012

Thursday, October 25, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete the following problems from Lesson 13--1 to 4, 6, 17 to 22, and 28 to 30.  Finish the graph worksheet.
Math--Period 2--Correct any problems from Lesson 15 that you had wrong today.  Complete numbers 16 to 30 of Lesson 15.  Finish the graph worksheet.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Due to the Walk for Diabetes and band tomorrow afternoon our Science test on the Physical Properties study guide has been moved to Tuesday.  Be sure to review this study guide every night.  Element projects were collected today.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 2--Music.  Also students may wear Phys. Ed. clothes tomorrow for our Diabetes Walk.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, October 24, 2012

Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 12 and complete problems A to J on pp. 76 and 77 in your math notebook.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 14.  Complete the following problems in Lesson 15--1 to 3 and 5 to 14.  Finish numbers 15 to 20 of your subtraction equation worksheet.  Be sure to show all of your steps and follow the examples on the back of the worksheet.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Your element project is due tomorrow.  We will have our Physical Properties test on Friday.  Please see Monday's homework blog for more details.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.  Your homework that was assigned last week is due tomorrow.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct and finish Lesson 12.  Finish your graph worksheet which we started in class this morning.
Math--Period 2--Correct and finish Lesson 14.  Continue your subtraction equation worksheet--numbers 7 to 14.  Be sure to show all of your steps and follow the examples on the back of the worksheet.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today we continued our Physical Property stations.  Students are doing a great job!  Please see yesterday's homework blog for Element project and test information for this week.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 5--Library Book Exchange.
Have a great night!

Monday, October 22, 2012

Monday, October 22, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete Lesson 12 problems 3 to 20.
Math--Period 2--Complete Lesson 14 problems 1 to 15.  Complete 1 to 6 of the subtraction equation worksheet.  Do your work on lined paper.  Follow the examples on the back of the paper.  Show all of your steps.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We worked on our Physical Properties lab today in class, and students worked well in groups.  We will continue this activity tomorrow.  Your element project is due on Thursday.  Students received the directions and grade sheet on Friday. Be sure to follow the directions.  Remember you may do your project in Power Point, on a poster, or on the papers that you received.  The choice is yours.  Don't forget that complete sentences are required for the following sections of your project:  Compounds Containing the Element, Location of the Element, Properties of the Element, and Uses of the Element.  You may use the Element Project Links to the left to help you.  On Friday we will have a test on the Physical Properties study guide--mass, weight, volume, and density.  Be sure to study every night this week.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.  Your Phys. Ed. homework is due on Thursday.  Party money is due by Halloween, and free PTO NSE tee shirt forms are due ASAP.
Have a great night!

Friday, October 19, 2012

Friday, October 19, 2012
Math--Periods 1 and 2--We did not have class today due to our early dismissal.  See yesterday's homework blog for assignments that were given yesterday.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today we only had periods 3 and 4.  In both of our classes we went over our Element Project which is due on Thursday.  Students received a packet of information on this project.  There are links on my homework blog (Element Project Links) to help you with the research part of this project.  Students may hand in the project on the papers provided, complete a Power Point, or design a poster.  The choice is yours!  Also, we will have a test next Friday on the Physical Properties study guide on mass, weight, volume, and density.  Review this study guide a little every night.
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 3--Computers.  Students received an assignment to complete for Phys. Ed.  This is due next Thursday.  Next Friday we will have our Walk for Diabetes.  Students may wear their gym uniforms on Friday.
Red Ribbon Week Information
Monday--"Turn Your Back on Drugs"--You may wear your shirt backwards.
Tuesday--"Sock It to Drugs"--You may wear crazy socks.
Wednesday---"Twin Day"--Support your friend and dress like him/her to help support him/her in making good choices.
Thursday--"We Are Putting a Cap on Drugs"--You may wear a crazy hat.
Friday--"Team Up Against Drugs"--You may wear NS spirit shirts.
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, October 18, 2012

Thursday, October 18, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete problems A, B, and C on pp. 68 and 69 in your notebook.  Complete numbers 14 to 20 of your equation worksheet.  Show all of your steps and refer to the examples on the back of the worksheet.  Your problems should be set up like the examples.
Math--Period 2--Complete Lesson 13 and the graph worksheet.  Be sure to show your work for numbers 4 to 7 on the back of the paper.
Science--Period 3--We went over the directions for our Element project which is due on Thursday, October 25.  Study your Physical Properties study guide.
Science--Period 4--Today we had a fire drill.  We will go over our Element project directions tomorrow.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 2--Music.  We have a 12 noon dismissal tomorrow.  Lunch choices are pizza or hot dog.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete Lesson 11.  Complete problems 7 to 13 of your equation worksheet on lined paper.  Show all of your steps and refer to the examples on the back of the worksheet for help.
Math--Period 2--Complete the following problems in Lesson 13--1 to 4, 7 to 10, 19, and 21.  Complete problems 11 to 20 of your equation worksheet on lined paper. Show all of your steps and refer to the examples on the back of the worksheet for help.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Study your Physical Properties study guide.  Period 3 started the lab stations today, and period 4 will start their stations tomorrow.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.  Don't forget to hand in your free PTO tee shirt order form ASAP.  Also party money is due by Halloween.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, October 16, 2012

Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete the following problems from Lesson 11--6 to 10, 16 to 18 and 28 to 30.  Complete 1 to 6 of your equation worksheet.  Do your work on lined paper and show all of your steps.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 12.  Do 1 to 10 of your equation worksheet.  Do your work on lined paper and show all of your steps.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Study your Physical Property study guides.  Your extra credit on notebook page 16 is due on or before Thursday.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 5--Library class.  Your tee shirt order forms are due ASAP.  Your party money is due before Halloween.
Have a great night!

Monday, October 15, 2012

Monday, October 15, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete problems 16 to 20 on your Equation worksheet.  Remember to show your work in your notebook and follow the examples on the back of the paper.  Complete the following problems in Lesson 11--11 to 15 and 19 to 22.
Math--Period 2--Correct and finish Lesson 12.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Extra credit on notebook page 16 is due on or before Thursday.  Begin to review your Physical Properties study guide.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 4--Art class.  Hand in your PTO tee shirt order form ASAP.
Have a great night!

Friday, October 12, 2012

Friday, October 12, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 10.  Do problems 10 to 15 of your equation worksheet.  Show all of your steps in your notebook.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 11.  Complete the following problems in Lesson 12--3 to 8, 13 and 14, 16, and 18 to 20. 
Science--Period 3--Extra credit on notebook page 16 is due on  or before Thursday.
Science--Period 4--Correct your Earth Elements worksheet and notebook page 6.  Notebook page 6 should be answered in complete sentences.  Complete notebook page 10.  Your response should have at least 5 sentences.  Extra credit on notebook page 16 is due on or before Thursday.
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were sent home today.  Party money can be handed in anytime before Halloween.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 3--Computer class.
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, October 11, 2012

Thursday, October 11, 2012
Math--Period 1--If you haven't already done so, get your two tests signed.  Finish Lesson 10 and do 1 to 7 of the equation worksheet in your notebook.  Refer to the examples on the back of your worksheet for help.  Set them up exactly like the examples.  Spread out your work.
Math--Period 2--If you haven't already done so, get your two tests signed.  Correct and finish your subtraction worksheet.  Do numbers 26 to 34 on lined paper.  Finish Lesson 11.
Science--Period 3--Correct your Earth Element worksheet and notbook page 6. Complete notebook page 10 in complete sentences.  You must write at least 5 sentences.
Science--Period 4--No homework. 
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 2--Music class.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, October 9, 2012

Tuesday, October 9, 2012 and Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Tuesday
Math--Period 1--Get your two tests signed.  Complete problems 1 to 25 of your subtraction worksheet.  Do your work on lined paper.
Math--Period 2--Get your two tests signed.  Complete problems 1 to 20 of your equation worksheet.  Refer to the examples on the back of the worksheet to see how to show your work.  Show all of your work in your notebook.  Spread out your work.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Complete notebook page 6 in complete sentences.  Refer to your study guide stapled on page 5 for help if you need it.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.  Football game ticket preorder forms were sent home today. I wlll not be in school tomorrow due to a teacher meeting at the IU.
Wednesday
Math--Period 1--Get your two tests signed if you didn't already do so.  Complete problems 26 to 34 of your subtraction worksheet.  Do your work on lined paper.
Math--Period 2--Get your two tests signed if you didn't already do so.  Complete problems 1 to 25 of your subtraction worksheet.  Do your work on lined paper.  Make corrections to your Equations worksheet.  Complete this work in your notebook.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Reread "Earth Elements" on pp. 11 and 12 and finish the "Earth Elements" worksheet. 
Homeroom Reminders--Thursday is Day 2.  We will have a special program instead of Music class.  We will have Day 2 again on Friday, and we will have Music class then.
Have a great night!

Friday, October 5, 2012

Friday, October 5, 2012
Math--Period 1--No homework.  We worked on finding the value of a variable in an addition equation during class today.  We will continue with this topic on Tuesday.
Math--Period 2--No homework.  We finished our post lesson 10 tests today.  We also worked on subtraction with borrowing and regrouping during class.  We will continue with this topic on Tuesday.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--On Tuesday we will check notebook page 12 parts 2 and 3.  Please see yesterday's blog to review what must be done if you did not complete it.  Otherwise, there is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were sent home today.  Please return them to school on Tuesday.  When we return to school on Tuesday, it will be Day 5--Library Book Exchange.
Enjoy your long weekend!

Thursday, October 4, 2012

Thursday, October 4, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 9.  Complete your corrections on the lined paper that was given to you during class today.  We started our post lesson 10 tests today, and we will finish them tomorrow.
Math--Period 2--We have no homework.  We took our post lesson 10 tests today.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today we completed our separating a dry mixture lab.  Great job, fifth grade!  For homework finish parts 2 and 3 of notebook page 12.  For part 2 proofread your experiment plan.  Check your work for content and the mechanics of your writing.  For part 3 describe how you separated the rocks, powder, and salt in your experiment.  Also describe any improvements that you could have made in your experiment.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.  Your art assignment is due tomorrow.  Tomorrow is also our September Homework Mixer.  If you had no missed homework assignments during the month of September, bring in a drink, snack, and game.  During the afternoon, you will be able to travel to any fifth grade classroom to MIX with your friends!  Congratulations are extended to our fifth graders who had no missed homework assignments during the month of September!
Have a great night!

Wednesday, October 3, 2012

Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete the following problems in Lesson 10--1 to 4, 6 to 12, 15, 16, 19, 20, and 23 to 26.  Tomorrow we will have our post Lesson 10 test.  Practice the problem solving on page 33, completing sequences, writing numbers in word and standard form, and addition.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 10.  Tomorrow we will have our post Lesson 10 test. Practice the problem solving on page 33, completing sequences, writing numbers in word and standard form, and addition.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--No written homework.  Today in class students wrote their plans to separate a dry mixture.  Tomorrow we will carry out our plans.  Several of our groups had great ideas!  Congratulations!
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 3--Computer class.  Don't forget that your art homework is due on Friday.
Have a great night! 

Tuesday, October 2, 2012

Tuesday, October 2, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete problems A to I on page 53 in your notebook.  Finish Lesson 9.
Math--Period 2--Correct and finish Lesson 10.  You can skip problem numbers 1, 5, 21, and 22.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Select one item from the Salt and Folklore box on page 10 of your Mixtures and Solutions book.  On white paper write "Salt and Folklore" at the top.  Copy one of the sentences from the Salt and Folklore box.  Illustrate the sentence you selected.  Proofread your sentence and include color in your picture.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 2--Music.  Midterm progress reports are due signed.
Have a good night!

Monday, October 1, 2012

Monday, October 1, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 8.  Complete the following problems from Lesson 9--numbers 2 to 10 and 19 to 23.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 9 up to number 22.  Complete the following problems from Lesson 10--numbers 2 to 4 and 6 to 18. 
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Correct your Salty Story worksheet.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.  If you haven't already done so, return your signed progress report to school tomorrow.  Your assignment for Art class is due on Thursday.
Have a great night!

Friday, September 28, 2012

Friday, September 28, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 7.  Do your Lesson 7 corrections on the lined paper that was given to you in class.  Correct and finish Lesson 8.
Math--Period 2--Finish Lesson 9.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--If you didn't already do so, finish your Salty Story worksheet.
Homeroom Reminders--Today communication envelopes were sent home.  This includes pictures and progress reports.  Please sign and return progress reports to school on Monday.  Students have an assignment to complete for art class.  On Monday, it will be Day 5--Library Class.
Have a great weekend!

Wednesday, September 26, 2012

Wednesday, September 26, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete the following problems from Lesson 8--4, 6 to 12, 14, and 21 to 28.  Get your test signed if you didn't already do so.
Math--Period 2--Complete all of Lesson 8.  Get your test signed if you didn't already do so.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.  In class today students used a balance to determine the mass of 50 mL of water and compared it to the mass of 50 mL of water containing dissolved salt.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, September 25, 2012

Tuesday, September 25, 2012
Math--Period 1--Get your test signed.  Correct and finish Lesson 7.  Complete the Power Up on page 55.  This includes the subtraction practice, mental math, and problem solving.
Math--Period 2--Get your test signed.  Correct and finish Lesson 7.  Complete problems A to H on pages 42 and 43 in your notebook.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We started a lab today in period 3, but we were interrupted by a fire drill.  We did not have period 4 due to our fire drill and chorus practice.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 2--Music.
Have a great night!

Monday, September 24, 2012

Monday, September 24, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete page 36 problems A to N in your notebook.  Most students have most of this completed.  Complete the following problems from Lesson 7--2 and 3, 5 to 25, and number 27.  Also several students received an envelope from Mrs. Liem.  Please return this envelope no later than this Friday.
Math--Period 2--Complete the Power-Up on page 55.  This includes the subtraction drill at the top, mental math, and problem solving.  Complete page 36 problems A to N in your notebook.  Also several students received an envelope from Mrs. Liem. Please return this envelope no later than this Friday.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Correct your Mixtures and Solutions worksheet.  Use your book to double check your answers.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.  Your soccer paper is due tomorrow.  Communication envelopes were sent home again today.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, September 19, 2012

Wednesday, September 19, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete the following problems in Lesson 6--2 to 8 and 17 to 24.
Math--Period 2--Correct the problems that you did last night for homework in Lesson 6.  You don't need to do any addtional problems in Lesson 6.  We will work on them tomorrow.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Get your quiz signed.  Complete 1 to 10 of your Mixtures and Solutions worksheet.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers.  Don't forget about your soccer worksheet for Phys. Ed.
Have a great night.

Tuesday, September 18, 2012

Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct and finish Lesson 5.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 4 on the lined paper in your math folder.  Complete the following problems from Lesson 6--2 to 8 and 17 to 28.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today we took our quiz.  If you were absent, be ready to take it when you return.
Homeroom Reminders--Today in Phys. Ed. students received a paper to complete on soccer.  This is due by our next Phys. Ed. class which is next Tuesday.  Tomorrow is Day 2--Music. 
Have a great night!

Monday, September 17, 2012

Monday, September 17, 2012
Math--Periods 1 and 2--No written homework.  Today we took a pretest for Mrs. Liem who will be helping us in Math class.  This took most of the class period.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Study notebook page 3 (our 12 terms) and our study guide which is stapled on notebook page 5 for tomorrow's test.
Homeroom Reminders---Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.
Have a great night!

Friday, September 14, 2012

Friday, September 14, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lessons 3 and 4.  Do your work on the lined paper which is in your math folder.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 5.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Study for our test on Tuesday.  Study your twelve vocabulary words and your study guide on lab one.
Homeroom Reminders--When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 5--Library.  Communication envelopes were sent home today.  Please return them to school on Monday.
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, September 13, 2012

Thursday, September 13, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete the following problems in Lesson 5--numbers 6 to 17 and 21 to 24.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 4.  Finish numbers 16 to 30 in Lesson 5.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Test on Tuesday.  Study your 12 vocabulary words and your study guide.  If you are handing in your lab safety posters again for a higher grade, they are due tomorrow.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

Wednesday, September 12, 2012
Math--Period 1--Finish Lessons 3 and 4.  Remember to look for the lesson numbers at the bottom of the page in your textbook to make sure you are doing the correct lesson.
Math--Period 2--Finish Lesson 4 and do numbers 1 to 15 of Lesson 5.  Remember to look for the lesson numbers at the bottom of the page in your textbook to make sure you are doing the correct lesson.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Our test will be next Tuesday.  Study your vocabulary words on notebook pages 3 and 7.  There are 12 terms.  Also study your study guide which is stapled on notebook page 5.  If you are redoing your safety posters to earn a 100, they are due on Friday.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 3--Computer.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, September 11, 2012

Tuesday, September 11, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 4.  Do not do any additional problems in Lesson 4.  Complete the Power-Up on page 28.  This includes the substraction fact practice, mental math, and problem solving.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 3.  Complete the Power-Up on page 28. This includes the substraction fact practice, mental math, and problem solving.
Science--Period 3--We will have a test on Friday.  Study your vocabulary words and your study guide.
Science--Period 4--We did not have class today due to our fire drill.  We will have a test on Friday. Study your vocabulary words and your study guide.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 2--Music.
Have a great night!

Monday, September 10, 2012

Monday, September 10, 2012
Math--Period 1--Complete the following circled problems in Lesson 4--9 to 13, 15, 17 to 22, and 25 to 27. 
Math--Period 2--Finish Lesson 3.  Complete the following circled problems in Lesson 4--9 to 13, 15, 17 to 22, and 25 to 27.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Write the definitions of Investigation 1 terms in your notebook on page 3.  You were given a paper in class with the terms.  There are actually 12 of them.
Homeroom Reminders--The Book Fair will be held in our gym from 4 to 7 this evening. Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.

Have a great night!

Friday, September 7, 2012

Friday, September 7, 2012
Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 2 and complete the following problems in Lesson 3--6 to 10 and 25 to 30.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 2.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--In class today we took follow-up notes on our first lab.  There is no written homework this weekend.
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were sent home today.  Please return the envelope on Monday.  Pictures were taken in school today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 5--Library.
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, September 6, 2012

Thursday, September 6, 2012
Math--Period 1--Finish Lesson 2.  Correct Lesson 3 numbers 11 to 20.
Math--Period 2--Finish Lesson 2.  Correct Lesson 3 numbers 11 to 20.  Also do 6 to 10 and 25 to 30 in Lesson 3.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We finished our first lab today.  Both classes did a GREAT job today.  Several students gave very good answers during our lab!  Congratulations!  Tomorrow we will go over our lab safety posters and take follow-up notes on our lab.  There is no written homework tonight.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is picture day!  It is also Day 4--Art.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, September 5, 2012

Wednesday, September 5, 2012
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Correct Lesson 2 problems 11 to 24.  We will work on the rest of this lesson tomorrow in class.  Complete the following problems in Lesson 3--page 20, 11 to 20.  Remember when completing sequences to write the entire sequence, underline the new terms, and write the rule for the sequence.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Complete your lab safety poster projects.  Remember to write the rule in sentence form and show the rule being followed in your picture.  Do a neat job!
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers.  Picture day is on Friday.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, September 4, 2012

Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete Lesson 1 numbers 1 to 25 and Lesson 2 numbers 11 to 24.  We worked on these lessons in class today and last Friday.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we finished part 1 of our first lab.  We described the properties of the three solids that we will be using to make mixtures tomorrow.  We will make and observe mixtures tomorrow and separate them using screens and filter papers.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 2--Music class.  Thank you very much for handing in our beginning of the year forms!
Have a great night!

Friday, August 31, 2012

Friday, August 31, 2012
Math--Periods 1 and 2--In both classes we worked on Lesson 1 on completing sequences and describing their rules.  We will continue with this lesson on Tuesday.  There is no homework this weekend.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--No homework.  We will continue our lab on creating and separating mixtures next Tuesday.
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were sent home today.  When we return to school on Tuesday, it will be Day 1--Phys. Ed.
Have a great long weekend!

Thursday, August 30, 2012

Thursday, August 30, 2012
Math--Periods 1 and 2--In both classes we went over our Baseline tests.  We also started textbook Lesson 1 on math patterns.  We have no written homework.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today we started our lab on creating and separating mixtures which is on notebook page 4.  We have no written homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Friday's are Spartan Spirit Days, and students may wear a Spartan shirt with their dress code shorts, pants, or skirts.  Tomorrow is Day 5--Library.  Hand in any outstanding beginning of the year forms ASAP.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Wednesday, August 29, 2012
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Today we finished our Baseline Test.  Teachers will use the data from this test to plan teaching.  It will let us know our students' strong and weak areas.  This test is graded, but it will not be included in your child's math average.  This is no written homework. 
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today students received their books and notebooks.  They should be stored in your child's orange Science folder.  We also went over lab safety rules and previewed our first lab.  There is no written homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.  Please hand in beginning of the year forms ASAP.  Students received an order form for football game tickets for Friday's game.  Go Spartans!
Have a great night!

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Today we followed our regular class schedule.
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Get your book covered.  Period 2 students started their Baseline Test today.  They will finish it tomorrow.  Period 1 students will start their Baseline Test tomorrow.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Students participated in two ice breaker activities in class today.  Tomorrow we will go over lab safety rules and start our first lab in Mixtures and Solutions.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers.  Thanks for returning beginning of the year forms.  If you still have not returned your forms to school, please do so ASAP.

Have a great night!

Monday, August 27, 2012

Monday, August 27, 2012

Welcome Back to School!

It was a great first day!  Today fifth graders became familiar with our procedures and expectations.  Students visited each class for approximately 20 minutes, met their teachers, and were given an introduction to their classes.  They also had their Day 1 specials and reviewed lunch and recess rules.  In addition students had a grade level meeting where we reviewed grade level and school rules and emphasized personal responsibility and treating others respect.  We are looking forward to a great year!

Math--Periods 1 and 2--No homework.

Science--Periods 3 and 4--No homework.

Homeroom Reminders

Grade 5 Homeroom 303 Special Schedule--Day 1--Phys. Ed; Day 2--Music; Day 3--Computers; Day 4--Art; and Day 5--Library.  More beginning of the year forms were sent home today.  Please complete and return to school ASAP.  Thanks for returning the forms distributed at Back to School Night!

Have a great night! 

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

Week of May 29, 2012

It's our last week of school!  Congratulations on your fifth grade successes!
Math and Science--There is no homework this week. Textbooks have been collected.  Bring in your textbook if you have not handed it in yet.  My math students have grown a lot this year!  Continue to stay sharp with your facts by practicing over the summer.
Reminders--Tomorrow is Day 1--Phys. Ed.  We also have our Envirothon field trip in the morning, and our end of the year pizza party in the afternoon.  Bring a bagged lunch and plenty of water for our field trip.  You may also bring sunblock and insect repellent.  Library books must be returned by Wednesday.  Thursday is the last day of school with an 11:45 dismissal.  Lunch will be provided on the last day at 10:15.  Mini corn dogs will be served.  Report cards will be distributed on the last day as well.  
Parents, thank you for your support throughout the year.  Fifth graders, best wishes for a successful future!
Have a safe and fun summer!

Thursday, May 24, 2012

Thursday, May 24 and Friday, May 25

Thursday
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Students received their graded timed multiplication and division fact tests and their graded final cumulative test back today.  They are in their Math folders for your review.  There is no written homework.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--No homework.  Project grade sheets are in your child's Science folder for your review.  Our Envirothon Club field trip will take place next Wednesday morning.  Plan to bring a bagged lunch with you.  We will meet to discuss our trip next Tuesday afternoon.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Carnival Day.  Students are permitted to wear Phys. Ed. uniforms tomorrow.  They may also bring an extra change of clothes and shoes in case they get wet.  You may also want to have your child bring sun screen.  Also don't forget your bagged lunch unless you requested a bagged lunch from the cafeteria.  Our fifth grade End-of-the-Year party will be next Wednesday afternoon.  Friday will not be a rotation day.  When we return to school on Tuesday after Memorial Day, it will be Day 5--Library Book Exchange.  All library books must be returned next week.
Friday
No Math or Science homework.  Thank you PTO for organizing our Carnival Day!  We appreciate all that you do!  
Lunch Menu for Next Week...
Tuesday--Chicken Nuggets or Pork Riblet
Wednesday--Hamburger or Hot Dog
Thursday--Corn Dogs
Have a fun and safe Memorial Day weekend!

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

Math--Periods 1 and 2--No homework.  We took our last test today!
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Students received their project grade sheets back today.  There is no written homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow we are scheduled to go to the cemetery at 9:15 if the weather cooperates.   Students are permitted to wear their Phys. Ed. uniforms tomorrow.  If students ordered yearbooks, they received them today.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Tuesday, May 22, 2012

Math--Period 1--Complete Practice Test 9A.  Be sure to refer to the lesson number--which is below the item number--if you do not know how to do a problem.  We will take test form 9B tomorrow in class which will be very similar to this practice test.
Math--Period 2--Complete Practice Test 8A.  Be sure to refer to the lesson number--which is below the item number--if you do not know how to do a problem.  We will take test form 8B tomorrow in class which will be very similar to this practice test.  Also complete worksheets H and I fact sections only.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--See Mr. Wolfe during homeroom if you did not hand in your Science project yet.  If it is not handed in tomorrow, you will earn a 0 which will severely affect your Science average.
Homeroom Reminders--I have not received word yet on when we are going to the cemeteries.  Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers. 
Have a great night!

Monday, May 21, 2012

Monday, May 21. 2102

Math--Period 1--Get your test signed if you didn't already do so.  Correct Lesson 49.  Complete the following problems from Lesson 50--2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 26, and 29.
Math--Period 2--Get your test signed if you didn't already do so.  Correct Lesson 48--skip numbers 9 and 10.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Students presented their Mixtures and Solutions projects in class today.  If you did not get to present your project today, you will show it tomorrow.  Parents, thank you for your help with this project!

Homeroom Reminders--We did not go to the cemeteries today due to the rainy weather.  If the weather cooperates, we will be going later on this week.  We have not been told the day or time yet.  Our students were very respectful and attentive during today's Memorial Day program!  Tomorrow is Day 2--Music.
Have a great night!

Friday, May 18, 2012

Friday, May 18, 2012

Math--Periods 1 and 2--We did not have these classes today due to the Spring Music Program at the high school.  Congratulations are extended to our band and chorus members on a job well done!  Way to go!
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Your project is due on Monday.  Be sure to follow the directions in your project packet which is in your Science folder.
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were sent home today.  Return them on Monday.  We will be traveling to local cemeteries on Monday (weather permitting) to replace the flags on the graves of veterans.  Monday will also be Day 1--Phys. Ed.
Have a great weekend!

Wednesday, May 16, 2012

Wednesday, May 16 and Thursday, May 17, 2012

Wednesday
Math--Period 1--Get your test signed.  Correct and finish Lesson 49.
Math--Period 2--Correct and finish fraction worksheet number 9.  Finish Lesson 48.  Skip problems 9 and 10.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Work on your final project which is due on Monday.  Be sure to follow the directions in the project packet which is in your orange science folder.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow there will be chorus practice all day at the high school.  Chorus members may wear phys. ed. clothes and bring a bottle of water.  Chorus members, also bring a bagged lunch tomorrow unless you have made arrangements at school to receive one from the cafeteria.  Students who will be purchasing a school lunch on Carnival Day must return the order paper tomorrow.  Envirothon Club members, don't forget to bring back your May 30 field trip permission slip ASAP.
Thursday
There is no homework due to all day chorus practice.  Science projects are due on Monday.  The chorus concert will be at the high school auditorium at 7:00.
Have a great night! 

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Tuesday, May 15, 2012

Math--Period 1--Correct Lesson 48.  Complete the following problems from Lesson 49--1 to 10 and 22 to 30.
Math--Period 2--Continue working on fraction worksheet number 9.  Correct 1 to 10 at the top.  Complete 1 to 10 on the bottom.  Also correct Lesson 48, 1 to 20.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Your final project is due on Monday, May 21.  Be sure to follow the directions found in the packet in your folder.  Use the grade sheet as a check list to be sure you included all of the necessary parts.  Also don't forget to include at least two sources that you used to help you with your project.
Homeroom Reminders--Today we took our FINAL VO test!  We are finished VO for the year!  Many of you earned shirts.  Congratulations!  Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers.
Have a great night!

Monday, May 14, 2012

Monday, May 14, 2012

Math--Period 1--Correct and finish Lesson 48.
Math--Period 2--Complete fraction worksheet number 9 problems 1 to 10.  Complete Lesson 48 numbers 1 to 20 (skip numbers 9 and 10).
Science--Period 3--Complete the Metals worksheet numbers 1 to 8.  Your final project is due next Monday.
Science--Period 4--Answer the two Fizz Quiz questions on page 2 of your study guide and complete the matching page of your study guide.  Your final project is due next Monday.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is our final VO test on all quarter 4 words, prefixes, suffixes, and root words.  STUDY!  Your lunch order form for carnival day is due ASAP.  Today information was sent home for our final Envirothon trip.  Return the permission slip by this Friday.  Tomorrow is Day 2--Music.
Have a good night!

Friday, May 11, 2012

Friday, May 11, 2012

Math--Period 1--No homework.
Math--Period 2--Correct Lesson 47. 
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We did not have class today due to the Teens Against Tobacco activity and another special activity.  Thank you, high school TAT members, for organizing and running the activities!  Refer to yesterday's homework helpline for Science assignments due Monday.  Work on your project.  Remember your next plan is due on Monday, and your final project is due on Monday, May 21.
Homeroom Reminders--Study your VO for Tuesday's quarter 4 test.  Communication envelopes were sent home today.  Thanks, PTO, for the Teacher Appreciation Lunch!  It was appreciated!  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 1--Phys. Ed.
Have a great weekend! 

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Thursday, May 10, 2012

Math--Period 1--Correct and finish your fraction worksheet number 9 problems 1 to 15.  Remember your answers should be in simplest form.  For tomorrow's test review lessons 32, 36, and 38 from your book.  Review the lessons in the book as well as the sample problems.
Math--Period 2--Correct and finish Lesson 47.  For tomorrow's test review lessons 27, 31, and 32 from your book.  Review the lessons in the book as well as the sample problems.  
Science--Period 3--Read pp. 32 to 36.  Complete the sticky note activity on your scientist.  Work on your project.  Your final plan is due on Monday.
Science--Period 4--Complete your Metals worksheet.  Work on your project.  Your final plan is due on Monday.
Homeroom Reminders--Continue to study your VO.  We will have our quarter 4 test next Tuesday.  Tomorrow will be Day 5--Library Class.  Students may wear their phys. ed. clothes tomorrow for our Teens Against Tobacco activities in the afternoon.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Wednesday, May 9, 2012

Math--Period 1--Complete the following problems from Lesson 48--2 to 8 and 12 to 18.  Also complete the numbers 1 to 10 on the bottom of fraction worksheet number 9.  Your answers should be in simplest form.
Math--Period 2--Correct and finish Lesson 46.  Complete the following problems from Lesson 47--1 to 20 and skip numbers 4 and 8.
Science--Period 3--Finish the Main Idea activity we started in class today using the article--Ask a Chemist.  Work on your final project.
Science--Period 4--Read pp. 37 to 42 and complete numbers 1 to 6 of the Metals worksheet.  Work on your final project.
Homeroom Reminders--Continue to study your VO for next Tuesday's final test.  Tomorrow is Day 4--Art.
Have a great night!

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Tuesday, May 8, 2012

Math--Period 1--Correct and finish Lesson 47.  Complete Power-Up worksheets H and I--Facts Only.
Math--Period 2--Correct and finish Lesson 46.  Complete Power-Up worksheets H and I--Facts Only.
Science--Period 3--Complete worksheet number 4 on physical and chemical changes.  
Science--Period 4--Complete your Periodic Table worksheet numbers 1 to 8.  
Reminder for Both Science Classes--Your next project plan is due on Monday, May 14.  Your final project is due on Monday, May 21.  Time is moving fast!  Don't procrastinate with this project!  Do your BEST work!
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is our VO quiz on words 16 to 30, prefixes, suffixes, and root words.  STUDY!  Our quarter 4 VO test will be next Tuesday.  Tomorrow is Day 3--Computers.
Have a great night!