Wednesday, December 23, 2015

Wednesday, December 23, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--There is no homework.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, January 4, 2016, it will be Day 7--Art class. 
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Have a safe and fun break!

Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Tuesday, December 22, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete day worksheet number 43.  Complete workbook page P 9-5 numbers 1 to 12.  You started this in your notebook today in class.
Math--Period 2--Complete day worksheet number 43.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--We will have our December homework reward mixer tomorrow.  If you did not miss more than one homework assignment during the month of December, you may bring a board game, snack, and drink to school tomorrow.  Tomorrow is Day 6--Music class and a 1 p.m. dismissal. 
Have a fantastic night!

Monday, December 21, 2015

Monday, December 21, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete day worksheet number 42.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we compared and contrasted amphibians and reptiles.  Period 4 started a graphic organizer on the five classes of vertebrates.  Period 3 will start this tomorrow.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow students may wear a holiday sweater or shirt and jeans.  Tomorrow is Day 5--Phys. Ed. 
Have a great night!
A day and a half to go!

Friday, December 18, 2015

Friday, December 18, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Today in class we took a quiz on factoring and reducing fractions.  If you didn't finish your quiz, you will complete it on Monday.  Complete review worksheet Day 41.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we compared and contrasted amphibians and reptiles.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 4--Study Island.
Have a fantastic weekend!

Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Wednesday, December 16, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 39.  Complete worksheet number 45 problems 16 to 30.  Do your work on the lined paper you received in class today.  Be sure to follow the examples we did as well.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--If you haven't already done so, return your signed test to school.  Today in class we did a classification activity related to the 5 classes of vertebrates.  You did an ENTHUSIASTIC job with this activity today!  Congratulations!  There is no written homework.
Homeroom Reminders--If you did not return your signed progress report to school, return it to school tomorrow. There will be a dress down day on Friday to help someone in need. If you decide to participate, the cost is $1.00. Tomorrow is Day 2--Art class.
It was a productive Wednesday!
Have a great night!

Tuesday, December 15, 2015

Tuesday, December 15, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 38.  For number 12, complete your subtraction and addition problems on the lined paper you received in class today. 
Science--Periods 3 and 4--If you haven't already done so, return your signed test to school.  Finish your vocabulary worksheet for our new section in Science.  Be sure to use your book to check your answers.  This will be graded. 
Homeroom Reminders--If you did not return your signed progress report to school, return it to school tomorrow.  There will be a dress down day on Friday to help someone in need.  If you decide to participate, the cost is $1.00.  Tomorrow is Day 1--Music class.
Get outside and enjoy this warm weather!
Have a great night!

Monday, December 14, 2015

Monday, December 14, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 37.  Complete workbook page R 9-2 on lined paper.  We worked on this in class today.  Complete workbook page P 9-2 (1 to 9 only) on lined paper. 
Science--Periods 3 and 4--If you received your test back today, get it signed tonight.  If you scored below a 70%, your signed test is your ticket to recess.  Congratulations to students who scored in the 80s and 90s!  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--If you did not return your signed progress report to school, return it to school tomorrow.  If you are a chorus a member, don't forget that you have all day practice tomorrow.  Today, students received a letter from Mrs. Schwartz about this practice.  Tomorrow is Day 10--Phys. Ed.
Have a fantastic night!

Friday, December 11, 2015

Friday, December 11, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 36.  For number 12, show your problems on the lined paper you received in class today.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework. 
Homeroom Reminders--Brain Show Mania will take place in the NSE gym tonight at 6 p.m. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Thanks, PTO, for sponsoring this event for us! Coat and scarf give away will take place on Saturday from 10 to 2 p.m. in the cafeteria at NSE.  Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  Students received their midterm progress reports.  Please sign and return them to school by next Tuesday.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 9--Library class.
Have a fun weekend!

Thursday, December 10, 2015

Thursday, December 10, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 35. Be sure to take your time.  Many more students earned tickets today!  Congratulations!  Complete your simplifying fractions worksheet or textbook page. Everyone had a different assignment again today based upon progress in class.  Take your time when you list your factors.  Use your divisibility rules paper to help you.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we took our test.  If you need to finish your test tomorrow, study again tonight. 
Homeroom Reminders--PTO Fall Fundraiser pick up will be tonight from 4 to 7 p.m. in the NSE gym or cafeteria.  Tomorrow, Brain Show Mania will take place in the NSE gym at 6 p.m. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Thanks, PTO, for sponsoring this event for us! Coat and scarf give away will take place tonight from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 2 p.m. This will take place in the cafeteria at NSE. Tomorrow will be Day 8--Computer class.
We had a very productive day!
One day to go!  Have a great night!

Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Wednesday, December 9, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 34.  Be sure to take your time.  Today students didn't earn many tickets.  Let's earn more tickets tomorrow!  Complete your simplifying fractions worksheet or textbook page. Everyone had a different assignment today based upon progress in class.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we reviewed for our test tomorrow.  Many of your charts look AWESOME!  Study your topic 3 vocabulary study guide and your graphic organizer on the four kingdoms. Also review textbook page 93.
Homeroom Reminders--PTO Fall Fundraiser pick up will be on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. in the NSE gym or cafeteria. On Friday, Brain Show Mania will take place in the NSE gym at 6 p.m. Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. Thanks, PTO, for sponsoring this event for us! Coat and scarf give away will take place on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 2 p.m. This will take place in the cafeteria at NSE. Tomorrow will be Day 7--Art class.
Have a fantastic evening!

Tuesday, December 8, 2015

Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete review worksheet Day 33.  Complete your simplifying fractions worksheet or textbook page.  Everyone had a different assignment today based upon progress in class.
Math--Period 2--Complete review worksheet Day 33.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we continued our chart activity to review for our test.  Your chart is due tomorrow.  We will have our test on Thursday on your topic 3 vocabulary study guide and your graphic organizer on the four kingdoms.  Also review textbook page 93. 
Homeroom Reminders--PTO Fall Fundraiser pick up will be on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. in the NSE gym or cafeteria.  On Friday, Brain Show Mania will take place in the NSE gym at 6 p.m.  Doors will open at 5:30 p.m.  Thanks, PTO, for sponsoring this event for us!  Coat and scarf give away will take place on Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. and Saturday from 10 to 2 p.m.  This will take place in the cafeteria at NSE.  Tomorrow will be Day 6--Music class.
Have a great night!

Monday, December 7, 2015

Monday, December 7, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 32.  If you started a division paper in class today, finish it tonight for homework.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we started to make a chart to review for our test.  We will continue this activity tomorrow in class.  We will have our test on Wednesday or Thursday on your topic 3 vocabulary study guide and your graphic organizer on the four kingdoms.  Continue to study.  There is no written homework.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow will be Day 5--Phys. Ed.
We had a productive day!
Have a fantastic night!

Friday, December 4, 2015

Friday, December 4, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 31.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We will have a test next week (Wednesday at the earliest) on your topic 3 vocabulary study guide and your graphic organizer on the four kingdoms.  Start to study over the weekend.  There is no written homework.
Homeroom Reminder--Spartan communication folders were not sent home this week.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 4--Study Island.
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, December 3, 2015

Thursday, December 3, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Today in class we reviewed divisibility rules and practiced factoring to get ready to reduce fractions to simplest form. Complete your Day 30 review worksheet. Complete your division practice paper. Remember to list your multiples and show your checks.  We are getting much better at division!
Science--Periods 3 and 4--You did a FANTASTIC job on our dichotomous key activities!  You worked well with your partners and accomplished a lot!  CONGRATULATIONS!  Continue to study your topic 3 study guide.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 3--Computer class.
One day to go!
Have a great night!

Wednesday, December 2, 2015

Wednesday, December 2, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Today in class we reviewed divisibility rules and practiced factoring to get ready to reduce fractions to simplest form.  Complete your Day 29 review worksheet. Complete your division practice paper. Remember to list your multiples and show your checks.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we worked on our dichotomous key activities.  We will continue these activities tomorrow in class.  Study your Topic 3 study guide.
Homeroom Reminders--Return your Spartan folder to school. Tomorrow is Day 2--Art class.
It was a busy Wednesday!
Have a fantastic night!

Tuesday, December 1, 2015

Tuesday, December 1, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete your Day 28 review worksheet.  Complete your division practice paper.  Remember to list your multiples and show your checks.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Study your Topic 3 study guide.
Homeroom Reminders--Return your Spartan folder to school. Tomorrow is Day 1--Music class.
Welcome Back!
Have a great night!

Wednesday, November 25, 2015

Wednesday, November 25, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--No homework.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--No homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  Among the items, you will find a lunch calendar, December calendar, and Bowl For Kids Sake information.  If you are participating in Bowl For Kids Sake, your pledge envelope is due on Friday, December 10.  When we return to school on Tuesday, it will be Day 10--Phys. Ed. class.
Have a fun and safe break!
Happy Thanksgiving!

Tuesday, November 24, 2015

Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete review worksheet Day 27.  Complete your worksheet on multiples.  Follow the example we completed in class today. 
Math--Period 2--Complete review worksheet Day 27. Complete your division worksheet.  Follow the example we completed in class today.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we worked with our first dichotomous key.  In our upcoming classes, we will be working with several dichotomous keys to classify organisms.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is a Thanksgiving dress down day for students.  Also tomorrow is Day 9--Library class--and a 1:00 dismissal.
Have a fantastic night!

Monday, November 23, 2015

Monday, November 23, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete review worksheet Day 26.  Also redo any problems that you had incorrect on your multiplication quiz on the back of your quiz paper.  Get your quiz signed. 
Math--Period 2--Complete review worksheet Day 26.  Complete your division assignment.  Since many students are at a different place with division, I wrote your assignment at the top of your paper in green marker.  Follow the examples from class and remember to multiply to check your answers. 
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we checked our graphic organizers on the animal kingdom.  We also went over our classification system from kingdom to species.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent on Friday.  Return them to school tomorrow.  Tomorrow you may wear sweatpants to show your support for National Diabetes Awareness month.  It is also Day 8--Computer Class--tomorrow.
It was a great Monday!
A day and a half to go!

Friday, November 20, 2015

Friday, November 20, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 25. 
Science--Periods 3 and 4--If you didn't finish your four kingdoms graphic organizer today in class, finish it over the weekend.  Use textbook page 92.  Remember your first fact is about its cells, the second fact is where it lives, the third fact is how it gets food, and your final fact is an example.
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  In the folder you will find information about the dates of the upcoming holiday music programs.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 7--Art class.
We had a great week!
Have a fantastic weekend and get outside!

Thursday, November 19, 2015

Thursday, November 19, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 24. Complete your multiplication worksheet.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Your graph project is due tomorrow. If you are having a hard time logging into the site, try later during the evening. If this problem continues, the due date will be extended into next week. Students are welcome to work on this project in school at the beginning and end of the day as well as during recess.  Begin to study your new study guide.
Homeroom Reminder-Tomorrow is Day 6--Music class.
We had a very productive day!
Have a great night!

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 23.  Complete your division worksheet with your checks.  Study your divisibility rules paper.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Your graph project is due on Friday.  If you are having a hard time logging into the site, try later during the evening.  If this problem continues, the due date will be extended into next week.  Students are welcome to work on this project in school at the beginning and end of the day as well as during recess.
Homeroom Reminder-Tomorrow is Day 5--Phys. Ed.
Have a fantastic evening!
Two days to go this week!

Tuesday, November 17, 2015

Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 22.  Take your time!  You may use a calculator for the mean (average) problem.  Study your divisibility rules paper as well.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Your vocabulary sheet on our new lesson is due on tomorrow. Take your time and look up EVERY answer. This will be graded. Your graph project is due on Friday. This will also be graded.  You all did a FANTASTIC job on our lab activity today!
Homeroom Reminder-Tomorrow is Day 4--Study Island.
Have a great night!

Monday, November 16, 2015

Monday, November 16, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 21.  Complete your bicycle multiplication worksheet if you didn't already do so.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Your vocabulary sheet on our new lesson is due on Wednesday.  Take your time and look up EVERY answer.  This will be graded.  Your graph project is due on Friday.  This will also be graded.
Homeroom Reminders--You may wear a dress code appropriate purple shirt tomorrow to help support Epilepsy Awareness Month.  Tomorrow is Day 3--Computer class.
It was a great Monday!
Have a fantastic night!

Friday, November 13, 2015

Friday, November 13, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 20.  Be sure to take your time.  There are only 12 problems, and you can get all of them correct.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class, we went over our line graph project.  This is due next Friday.  Follow the directions that we completed today.
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were not sent home this week.  Thank you to the students who donated to the veterans and Lyla.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 2--Art class.
Get outside and enjoy the fall weather!
Have a great weekend!

Thursday, November 12, 2015

Thursday, November 12, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete review worksheet Day 19.  Complete page one of your factoring worksheets.  Remember to use your divisibility rules to help you.
Math--Period 2--Complete review worksheet Day 19.  Complete the four division problems on lined paper.  We set up our papers in class today.  The problems are 54 divided by 3, 87 divided by 3, 84 divided by 3, and 93 divided by 3.  Follow our examples from class today and use the skip counting strategy we showed you today if it helps you.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we checked our bar graph and started to introduce our line graph project.  We will continue this tomorrow.  Mrs. Rex from the high school visited our Science class today and showed us some pretty cool lunar soil and rock samples!  Thank you, Mrs. Rex!
Homeroom Reminders--There are still a few people who need to return their signed report card envelopes.  Tomorrow is "Jeans for Lyla Day."  You may wear jeans to show your support for Lyla.  Monetary donations will be accepted.  Tomorrow is Day 1--Music class.
One day to go!
Have a great night!

Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Wednesday, November 11, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete review worksheet Day 18.  For problem number 12 show your multiplication problems on your lined paper.  Complete your equivalent fraction worksheet.  Be sure to follow the examples on the back.
Math--Period 2--Complete review worksheet Day 18. For problem number 12 show your multiplication problems on your lined paper. Complete textbook page 222 problems 10 to 17.  Complete this in your notebook.  Be sure to follow our example from class.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we did the "next time" portion of our styrofoam cup and paper cup lab.  For homework complete your bar graph paper.
Homeroom Reminders--Return your signed report card envelope and your Spartan communication folder ASAP.  Tomorrow is "Jeans for Troops Day," and Friday is "Jeans for Lyla Day."  Monetary donations are being accepted for both days.  Tomorrow is Day 10--Phys. Ed.
We had a productive day!
Have a fantastic night!

Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Tuesday, November 10, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheet Day 17 and workbook page P 9-1.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Get your mean, median, mode, and range quiz signed.  Most of your quizzes were AWESOME!  Congratulations!  Finish your line graph worksheet.
Homeroom Reminders--Return your signed report card envelope and your Spartan communication folder ASAP.  Tomorrow is Day 9--Library class.
We had many very tired students today!  Get to bed early!
We had a very busy day!
Have a restful night!

Friday, November 6, 2015

Friday, November 6, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete review worksheets Day 15 and 16.  Complete workbook page R 9-1.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we took our quiz on mean, median, mode, and range.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  Students also received report cards.  Please sign and return the report card envelope to school.  Monday is an Act 80 day for parent-teacher conferences.  There is no school for students.  When we return to school on Tuesday, it will be Day 8--Computer class.
Have a safe and fun long weekend!

Thursday, November 5, 2015

Thursday, November 5, 2015
Math--Period 1--Today in class, we made equivalent fractions using multiplication and division.  For homework, finish worksheet Day 14. 
Math--Period 2--Today in class, we made equivalent fractions using multiplication and division. For homework, finish worksheet Day 14 and workbook page R 9-1 numbers 1 to 18. 
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Correct any items you had wrong on your cookie worksheet and hand it in tomorrow for extra credit.  Study your half sheet which reviews how to find mean, median, mode, and range.  Practicing a few problems from our packet or cookie paper will help you do well on tomorrow's quiz.
Homeroom Reminders--Great job today on our evacuation drill to the football stadium.  Tomorrow is Day 7--Art.
One more day to go!
Have a great night!

Wednesday, November 4, 2015

Wednesday, November 4, 2015
Math--Period 1--Today in class, we worked on equivalent fractions, and we started factoring.  For homework complete review worksheet Day 13 and your fraction worksheet.  
Math--Period 2--Today in class, we worked on equivalent fractions, and we started factoring. For homework complete review worksheet Day 13 and your fraction worksheet.  If you didn't already do so, complete your equivalent fraction worksheet. 
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Finish the rest of your cookie worksheet.  This includes the chart and questions.  Study your half sheet which reviews how to find mean, median, mode, and range.  We will be having a quiz on this on Friday.
Homeroom Reminders--Pictures were sent home today.  Tomorrow is Day 6--Music.
C is for Cookie. That's good enough for me!  We had a very busy day!
Have a fantastic night!

Tuesday, November 3, 2015

Tuesday, November 3, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Today in class, we continued working on equivalent fractions. We will continue working on this tomorrow in class and move on to factoring.  For homework complete review worksheets Day 11 and 12.   
Science--Period 3--Complete your Cookie worksheet up to Mandy.  Follow the example we completed together in class today.
Science--Period 4--Complete your Cookie worksheet up to Mandy.  Follow the example we completed in class today.  Also finish your packet on mean, median, mode, and range if you haven't already done so.
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 5--Phys. Ed.
C is for Cookie.  That's good enough for me!
Have a great night!

Monday, November 2, 2015

Monday, November 2, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Today in class, we started working on equivalent fractions.  We will continue working on this tomorrow in class.  For homework complete review worksheets Day 9 and 10.   
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class, we continued working on computing the average or mean of a set of numbers.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Return your Spartan communication folder to school tomorrow.  If you requested a conference, please return the conference confirmation slip as well.  Tomorrow will be Day 4--Study Island.
It was a great day!
Have a fantastic night!

Friday, October 30, 2015

Friday, October 30, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--We did not have class today due to our Fall Festival activities.  Remember to get your test signed and complete worksheet Day 8.  This was yesterday's homework assignment.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We did not have Science class today due to our Fall Festival activities.  There is no homework. 
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  Among the items, you will find a conference confirmation paper.  Please sign and return the bottom portion of the paper to school.  Thank you to the Fall Festival committee, parent volunteers, PTO and Bloomsburg University students for making today so memorable for our kids!  Our October homework mixer will take place at the end of the day on Monday.  Students may bring in a snack, drink, and game!  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 3--Computer class.
Happy Halloween!
Be Safe When You Go Trick or Treating!

Thursday, October 29, 2015

Thursday, October 29, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Get your test signed.  Complete your Day 8 mixed review worksheet.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.  In class today we continued practicing how to find the mean, median, mode, and range.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is our Fall Festival.  Students may bring their costumes to school.  You may also dress in red and blue to show your Spartan Spirit.  Jeans are permitted.  Tomorrow will not be a special rotation day due to Fall Festival activities.
Have a fantastic night!

Wednesday, October 28, 2015

Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete number 12 on your Day 6 worksheet.  Continue your subtraction problems on the lined paper we used in class today.  Complete worksheet Day 7.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Complete page 3 of your mean, median, mode, and range packet.  Show your work, and you may use a calculator for computing the mean.  Remember to follow the examples from class today.
Homeroom Reminders--Remember to return your conference request paper and Ms. Kraft's paper ASAP. Tomorrow will be Day 2--Art class and Staying Drug Free is No Sweat Day.  You may wear sweat pants (without writing on them) or pink for cancer awareness month.
Respect Yourself! Be Drug Free!
We had a very productive day!
Have a dry night!

Tuesday, October 27, 2015

Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete daily review worksheets Day 5 and Day 6.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--As part of learning how scientists analyze data, we are learning how to compute mean, median, mode, and range.  Tonight finish the second page of your packet.  We labeled the page 10/27 HW.  You do not need to compute the mean.  We will learn this tomorrow in class.  Follow the examples we did in class today.
Homeroom Reminders--Remember to return your conference request papers and Ms. Kraft's papers ASAP. Tomorrow will be Day 1--Music class and Crazy Hair Day as part of Red Ribbon Week.
Respect Yourself!  Be Drug Free!
Celebrate Red Ribbon Week!
Have a great night!

Friday, October 23, 2015

Friday, October 23, 2015
Math--Period 1--There is no homework.  We started our test today, and we will finish it on Monday.  Practicing problems will help you to do better on your test!
Math--Period 2--There is no homework. We finished our test today.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.  In place of Science class today, we had a Red Ribbon presentation on making good choices related to drugs and alcohol.  Thank you, Mrs. Rowland, for the useful information!
Homeroom Reminders--Communication envelopes were sent home today.  Among the items, you will find information from Ms. Kraft, conference information, and Red Ribbon Week information. When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 9--Library class.
Red Ribbon Week is Next Week!
Monday--Drug Free Teens Wear Jeans! (You may wear jeans to school.)
Tuesday--Sock It To Drugs!  (You may wear crazy socks to school.)
Wednesday-- Being Drug Free is Crazy Cool!  (Crazy Hair Day)
Thursday--Staying Drug Free Is No Sweat!  (Wear sweats to school.  You may also wear pink for cancer awareness month.)
Friday--Wear Your RED and BLUE!  (Jeans are permitted.)
Have a fantastic weekend!

Thursday, October 22, 2015

Thursday, October 22, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete workbook pages R and P 1-6.  We will have our chapter test tomorrow.
Math--Period 2--There is no homework.  We started our chapter test today, and we will finish it tomorrow.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we carried out our lab comparing the how paper and styrofoam cups keep water hot.  Students did several temperature readings and completed their data charts.  In our next class, we will analyze our class data and introduce our graphing activity related to this lab. 
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 8--Computer class.
Have a great night!

Wednesday, October 21, 2015

Wednesday, October 21, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete textbook pages 24 and 25.  Complete your work on the paper you received in class today.  This is a graded assignment.  We will have our chapter test on Friday.
Math--Period 2--Complete workbook pages R and P 1-6.  We will have our chapter test tomorrow.  Practice the various types of problems in the first chapter.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We did not have Science class today due to vision screenings.  During this time, our homeroom reviewed place value concepts as we played Place Value Bingo! 
Homeroom Reminders--The Book Fair will continue for the rest of the week. Students may shop during homeroom and recess time.  Tomorrow is Day 7--Art class.
Two more days to go this week!
Have a fantastic evening! 

Tuesday, October 20, 2015

Tuesday, October 20, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete the last two pages of your Quick Check packet (pages Q 1-5 and Q 1-6).  We will have our chapter test on Thursday or Friday.
Math--Period 2--Complete textbook page 11 using a calculator.  We started this in our notebooks in class.  Complete textbook pages 24 and 25.  Complete your work on the paper you received in class today.  This will be a graded assignment.  We will have our chapter test on Thursday.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we practiced reading thermometers in preparation for our temperature lab.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--The Book Fair will continue for the rest of the week. Students may shop during homeroom and recess time.  There is a lunch menu change for tomorrow.  The main selection will be a meatball hoagie.  Tomorrow is Day 6--Music class.
Enjoy the sunny weather!
Have a great night! 

Monday, October 19, 2015

Monday, October 19, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete the first two pages of your Quick Check packet (pages Q 1-3 and Q 1-4).
Math--Period 2--Complete the last two pages your your Quick Check packet (pages Q 1-5 and Q 1-6). 
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class, we discussed the information we found when we did our research to support our hypothesis.  It was GREAT to see that so many students attempted to find information!  Way to go!  Students also received their tests back today.  Sign and return them to school tomorrow.  Also, we practiced reading thermometers for our upcoming lab.  Students have a temperature paper to finish for tomorrow.
Homeroom Reminders--The Book Fair will continue for the rest of the week.  Students may shop during homeroom and recess time.  Tomorrow is Day 5--Phys. Ed.
We had a busy day!
Have a fantastic night!

Friday, October 16, 2015

Friday, October 16, 2015
Math--Period 1--There is no homework.  Today in class, we checked and reviewed our decimal packet.  We also continued our work with decimal patterns.
Math--Period 2--Complete the first two pages of your Quick Check packet (pages Q 1-3 and Q 1-4). Today in class, we checked and reviewed our decimal packet. We also continued our work with decimal patterns.  
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class, we started our lab in which we will be investigating the following testable question:  "Do styrofoam cups keep water warmer longer than paper cups?"  Go online to Google, research the testable question, and write the rest of your hypothesis.  In class we wrote our hypothesis up to "because."  You finish the rest.  If you are able to, you may print and highlight information to support your hypothesis as well.  You are only completing your hypothesis.  Don't complete anything else in the lab packet.
Homeroom Reminders--On Monday, we will go to the Book Fair during our special time.  Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 4--Study Island.
Have a fantastic weekend!

Thursday, October 15, 2015

Thursday, October 15, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete your decimal packet. Follow the examples we completed in class.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class, we finished our tests.  There is no homework. 
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 3--Computer class.
We had a productive day!
Have a great night!

Wednesday, October 14, 2015

Wednesday, October 14, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete pages 3 and 4 of your decimal review packet. Follow the examples we completed in class.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There are many students who still need to finish their science quiz tomorrow.  Study your Lesson 2 study guide again tonight. 
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow is Day 2--Art class.
Studying is as important as written homework!
Have a fantastic night!

Tuesday, October 13, 2015

Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete the first two pages of your decimal review packet.  Follow the examples we completed in class.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Our quiz on Lesson 2 will be tomorrow.  Study your Lesson 2 study guide.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is your Music quiz.  Remember to study your paper on meter and your review sheet.  Tomorrow is Day 1--Music class.
Have a great night!

Friday, October 9, 2015

Friday, October 9, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete textbook pages 16 and 17 numbers 1 to 16.  Complete your work on lined paper.  For 1 & 2 and 7 to 12 write the numbers and include the sign between them.  For 3 & 4 and 13 to 16 stack your numbers and number them to the right like we have been doing in class.  Be sure to pay attention to the directions.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We will have a quiz on our Lesson 2 study guide next Wednesday.  Study.
Homeroom Reminders--When we return to school on Tuesday, it will be picture day.  It is also Day 10--Phys. Ed.  You do not need to wear Phys. Ed. clothes for pictures.  You do, however, need to follow the school dress code rules for pictures.  Communication envelopes were sent home today.
We had a great week!
Enjoy your long weekend!

Thursday, October 8, 2015

Thursday, October 8, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete your test corrections on the lined paper you received in class today.  Get your test signed.  Complete workbook page P 1-5 problems 1 to 8.  Remember to stack your numbers when you are ordering them.
Math--Period 2--Complete your test corrections on the lined paper you received in class today.  Get your test signed.  Complete all of workbook page P 1-5.  Remember to stack your numbers when you are ordering them.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We will have a quiz on our Lesson 2 study guide next Wednesday.  Start to study. 
Homeroom Reminders--Remember next Wednesday you will have a quiz in Music class.  Study your meter paper and review sheet. These papers should be in your Math folder so you don't lose them. Tomorrow will be Day 9--Library class and a 12:00 dismissal.  Due to our early dismissal tomorrow, the cafeteria will only be serving breaded chicken sandwiches for lunch.  There will be no alternate, wraps, or salads.
Have a fantastic night!

Wednesday, October 7, 2015

Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete your Ordering Numbers worksheet.  We wrote "HW 10/7" at the top of it.  For the last item, write your 5 six digit numbers in the box, and tomorrow in class a partner will order them least to greatest.
Math--Period 2--Complete your Ordering Numbers worksheet. We wrote "HW 10/7" at the top of it. For the last item, write your 5 six digit numbers in the box, and tomorrow in class a partner will order them least to greatest.  Complete 1 to 6 of workbook page P 1-5.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we finished our Lesson 2 study guide.  Start to study your Lesson 2 study guide. 
Homeroom Reminders--There are a few students who still need to return their signed midterm progress reports. Also, next Wednesday students will have a quiz in Music class. They are to study their meter paper and review sheet. These papers should be in your Math folder so you don't lose them. Tomorrow will be Day 8--Computer class.
One and a half days to go this week!
Have a great night!

Tuesday, October 6, 2015

Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Finish your expanded form worksheet.  Be sure to follow the examples we did in class.  This worksheet has "HW 10/6" at the top of it.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we finished our apple experiment lab packet.  Students had great ideas when we discussed ways we could change the experiment if we were going to do it again!  There is no homework. 
Homeroom Reminders--There are a few students who still need to return their signed midterm progress reports.  Also, next Wednesday students will have a quiz in Music class.  They are to study their meter paper and review sheet.  These papers should be in your Math folder so you don't lose them.  Tomorrow will be Day 7--Art class.
It was a productive Tuesday!
Have a fantastic night!

Monday, October 5, 2015

Monday, October 5, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete A to H of the sneaker worksheet in expanded form.  (The paper also has "Digit Values" at the top.)  Do this work in your notebook.  Follow the examples we did in class today.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we carried out our apple experiment.  We made our hypothesis, listed our materials, completed our procedure list, carried out the experiment, and started our observations.  We will finish our observations and draw conclusions tomorrow.  There is no homework tonight.  
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home on Friday. Among the items included is fund raiser information from PTO and school picture forms. Also midterm progress reports were sent home on Friday. Sign and return them to school ASAP.  Tomorrow will be Day 6--Music class.
We had a busy day!
Have a nice evening!

Friday, October 2, 2015

Friday, October 2, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete workbook page P 1-4.  If you need examples, refer to workbook page R 1-4.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.   
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  Among the items included is fund raiser information from PTO and school picture forms.  Also midterm progress reports were sent home today.  Sign and return them to school.  On Monday, as part of National Bully Prevention Month, students may dress in blue as a reminder not to bully and to help their peers who are being bullied.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 5--Phys. Ed.
Fifth graders showed their Spartan Spirit at the Pep Rally today!  Thank you, high school students, for coming to NSE for our Pep Rally!
Have a fantastic weekend!

Thursday, October 1, 2015

Thursday, October 1, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete textbook pages 14 and 15 problems 1 to 25.  Be sure to read the directions for every section.  Follow the examples we did in class and do your work in your math notebook.  Our quiz was moved to next Tuesday due to our Pep Rally tomorrow morning.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we reviewed sampling and surveys.  We completed page 2 of our study guide and reviewed the steps of the scientific method.  Start to study your Lesson 2 study guide pages 1 and 2. 
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow afternoon, we will have our September homework reward mixer. Students in fifth grade may bring a drink, snack, and board game to school tomorrow if they have a perfect homework record (no missed or incomplete assignments) or one missed or incomplete homework assignment. Tomorrow is Spartan Pride Day for Spirit Week.  Dress in your Spartan blue and red.  You may wear jeans.  Tomorrow is also Day 4--Study Island.  Free PTO t-shirts were sent home today.  THANK YOU, PTO!
Today was very productive!
Have a great night!

Wednesday, September 30, 2015

Wednesday, September 30, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--If you received paperwork from Mr. Hall, return it to school ASAP. Complete your "Digit Values" worksheet.  This is the last page of our decimal packet.  Follow the examples we did in class.  We will have a quiz on Friday on problems we completed from textbook pages 8 to 13.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we continued our study guide and discussed how scientists use surveys and sampling. There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--On Friday afternoon, we will have our September homework reward mixer.  Students in fifth grade may bring a drink, snack, and board game to school on Friday if they have a perfect homework record (no missed or incomplete assignments) or one missed or incomplete homework assignment.  Tomorrow is Opposite Day for Spirit Week and Day 3--Computer class.
There were a lot of tired fifth graders this morning!  Get to bed early tonight.
Tomorrow is October 1!  Our year is going fast!
Have a great night!

Tuesday, September 29, 2015

Tuesday, September 29, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--If you received paperwork from Mr. Hall, return it to school ASAP. Complete textbook pages 12 and 13 problems 1 to 34.  Do your work in your notebook.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Get your test signed.  Today in class we discussed models and worked on our study guide related to scientific models.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow is Team Day for Spirit Week and Day 2--Art class.
We had a busy Tuesday!
Have a fantastic night!

Monday, September 28, 2015

Monday, September 28, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--If you received paperwork from Mr. Hall, return it to school ASAP. Complete workbook page P 1-3.  Use workbook page R 1-3 to help you.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.  Today students presented their deep sea creatures.  Many of you did a great job using loud and clear voices!  You also shared some pretty interesting facts!
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders need to be returned tomorrow.  Tomorrow is Decades Day for Spirit Week and Day 1--Music class.
It was a good Monday!
Have a great night!

Thursday, September 24, 2015

Friday, September 25, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--If you received paperwork from Mr. Hall, return it to school ASAP.  Complete the second to the last page of your decimal packet.  It is called "Tenths and Hundredths" and has a sun at the top of it.  This will be graded.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.  I am very excited to learn about your deep sea creatures on Monday!
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  There is information on "Homecoming Week 2015!" 

Monday--Idol Day
Tuesday--Decades Day
Wednesday--Team Day
Thursday--Opposite Day
Friday--Spartan Pride Day 
Return your Spartan communication folder to school on Monday.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 10--Library class.
Have a fantastic weekend!
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Thursday, September 24, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete textbook pages 8 and 9 numbers 1 to 27 in your notebook.  Be sure to read the directions for each section.  Also complete worksheet Q 1-2.  If you received paperwork from Mr. Hall, return it to school ASAP.
Math--Period 2--Complete worksheet Q 1-2.  If you received paperwork from Mr. Hall, return it to school ASAP.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.  We took our quiz on Lesson 1 today.
Homeroom Reminders--Remember the school is collecting used books to donate to children who may not have books at home.  Tomorrow is Day 9--Library class.
Have a good night!  One day to go!

Wednesday, September 23, 2015

Wednesday, September 23, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete workbook page P 1-2 problems 1 to 10 only.  Carefully read the directions for each section.  If you received paperwork from Mr. Hall, return it to school ASAP.
Math--Period 2--Complete textbook pages 8 and 9 problems 1 to 27.  Skip number 5.  Do your work in your notebook and carefully follow the directions for each section.  If you received paperwork from Mr. Hall, return it to school ASAP.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Your deep sea creature mini project is due tomorrow. You will also have a quiz tomorrow on your Lesson 1 Study Guide. Study!
Homeroom Reminders--NSE is collecting used children's books to donate to children who may not have books at home. If you are able to make a donation, bring it to school this week. Thank you! Tomorrow is Day 8--Computer class.
Today went by quickly!
Have a fantastic night!

Tuesday, September 22, 2015

Tuesday, September 22, 2015
Math--Period 1--Complete the two pages in your decimal packet labeled "HW 9/22."  They are called Decimals: Hundredths and Tenths & Decimals: Hundredths.  If you received paperwork from Mr. Hall, return it to school ASAP.
Math--Period 2--Complete the one page in your decimal packet labeled "HW 9/22." It is called Decimals: Hundredths and Tenths. Complete 1 to 10 on workbook page P 1-2.  If you received paperwork from Mr. Hall, return it to school ASAP.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Your deep sea creature mini project is due on Thursday.  You will also have a quiz on Thursday on your Lesson 1 Study Guide.  Study!
Homeroom Reminders--NSE is collecting used children's books to donate to children who may not have books at home. If you are able to make a donation, bring it to school this week. Thank you!  Tomorrow is Day 7--Art class.
It was a busy Tuesday!
Have a great night!

Monday, September 21, 2015

Monday, September 21, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete worksheet 3 of your decimal packet.  Refer to the examples on the page as well as page 2 of your decimal packet for help.  Get your test signed.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--You will have a quiz on Thursday on your Lesson 1 study guide.  Also remember your deep sea animal mini project is due on Thursday.
Homeroom Reminders--NSE is collecting used children's books to donate to children who may not have books at home.  If you are able to make a donation, bring it to school this week.  Thank you!  Also Spartan communication folders must be returned to school tomorrow.  Tomorrow is Day 6--Music.
Have a fantastic night!

Friday, September 18, 2015

Friday, September 18, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete worksheet Quick Check 1-1 (Q 1-1).  Remember you can earn bonus points if ALL of your answers are correct!
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Complete page 11 questions 7, 8, and 9.  Your mini project is due on Thursday.
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 5--Phys. Ed.
Have a fun weekend!

Thursday, September 17, 2015

Thursday, September 17, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete your two worksheets--Digit Values and Lesson 1 Check-Up. We will have a quiz on textbook pages 6 and 7 tomorrow. We have been practicing these skills for the past several class periods. Practice at home as well.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Your deep sea creature project is due next Thursday. Students received three papers related to this project yesterday.
Homeroom Reminders--If you did not return your paper for your FREE PTO tee-shirt, there is a new paper stapled in your assignment book.  It is due tomorrow. Tomorrow will be Day 4--Study Island.
One day to go!
Have a great night!

Wednesday, September 16, 2015

Wednesday, September 16, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete textbook page 7 problems 14 to 18.  Do your work in your notebook.  We will have a quiz on textbook pages 6 and 7 on Friday.  We have been practicing these skills for the past several class periods.  Practice at home as well.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we finished going over our mini project directions.  Your deep sea creature project is due next Thursday.  Students received three papers related to this project.
Homeroom Reminders--If you did not return your paper for your FREE PTO tee-shirt, there is a new paper stapled in your assignment book today.  Return it to school tomorrow.  Tomorrow will be Day 3--Computer class.
It was a productive Wednesday!
Have a great night!

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete textbook pages 6 and 7 numbers 1 to 13.  Do your work in your notebook.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we started to go over directions for our deep sea animal project.  You are not to start this project yet.  However, you may check out the websites on the left side of this page to investigate animals that live in deep ocean habitats.
Homeroom Reminders--Your order form for your FREE PTO tee-shirt is due by Friday.  Thank you, PTO, for providing these shirts for us! Tomorrow will be Day 2--Art class.
It was a busy day!
Enjoy the nice weather this evening!

Monday, September 14, 2015

Monday, September 14, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete the expanded form worksheet that we started in class today.  Most of you did a FANTASTIC job on your place value chart quizzes!  Congratulations!
Science--Periods 3 and 4--We did not have class today due to DIBELs reading testing.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home on Friday.  In your folder, there was an order form for your FREE tee-shirt from PTO.  Return your Spartan folder to school tomorrow with this completed form.  Thank you, PTO, for providing these shirts for us!  Tomorrow will be Day 1--Music class.
Have a great night!

Friday, September 11, 2015

Friday, September 11, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Complete workbook page P 1-1.  Use workbook page R 1-1 to help you.  Remember to carefully read the directions and every question.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class, we reviewed testable questions and the importance of selecting accurate and reliable sources of information for research.  We started our lesson 1 study guide in class today as well.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Spartan communication folders were sent home today.  Return your Spartan folder to school on Monday.  When we return to school on Monday, it will be Day 10--Phys. Ed.
Have a fun weekend!

Thursday, September 10, 2015

Thursday, September 10, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Study your place value chart paper for your quiz tomorrow.  Complete your papers on word and expanded form.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Today in class we continued the steps of the scientific method.  There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow will be Day 9--Library class.  Students may wear a Spartan shirt tomorrow!
We had a productive day!
Have a good evening!

Wednesday, September 9, 2015

Wednesday, September 9, 2015
Math--Period 1--Study your place value chart paper for your quiz on Friday. Write A to H of your snake paper in expanded form. You started this in your Math notebook in class.
Math--Period 2--Study your place value chart paper for your quiz on Friday. Write A to H of your snake and alligator papers in expanded form. You started this in your Math notebook in class.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework. In class today, we reviewed testable and non testable questions.  We also reviewed text features that will help us as we work with our Science textbook. 
Homeroom Reminder--Tomorrow will be Day 8--Computer class.
Have a fantastic night! Two days to go this week!

Tuesday, September 8, 2015

Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Math--Period 1--Study your place value chart paper for your quiz on Friday.  Write A to H of your snake paper in word form. You started this in your Math notebook in class.
Math--Period 2--Study your place value chart paper for your quiz on Friday.  Write A to H of your snake and alligator papers in word form. You started this in your Math notebook in class.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.  In class today, we determined if questions asked by scientists were scientific or not scientific.  Remember scientific questions can be researched, observed, or measured. 
Homeroom Reminders--Several students received band, chorus, and/or computer acceptable use policy forms on Friday. They are in your child's blue Spartan folder. If your child received any of these forms, please return them to school tomorrow.  Tomorrow will be Day 7--Art class.
We had a great day!
Enjoy the warm weather while it lasts!

Friday, September 4, 2015

Friday, September 4, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Your Math textbook needs to be covered by Tuesday.  There is no homework.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.
Homeroom Reminders--Several students received band, chorus, and/or computer acceptable use policy forms today.  They are in your child's blue Spartan folder.  If your child received any of these forms, please return them to school on Tuesday.  When we return to school on Tuesday, it will be Day 6--Music.
It was a very productive first week of school!
Enjoy your long weekend!

Thursday, September 3, 2015

Thursday, September 3, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--Finish the "Digit Values" worksheet.  Remember to write the value of the underlined digit.  Period 1, your paper has a snake on the top.  Period 2, your paper has an alligator on the top.  Your math textbook needs to be covered by next Tuesday.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--Finish your lab safety picture.  Do a very neat job!
Homeroom Reminders--Tomorrow will be Day 5--Phys. Ed. class.  Also we will have our Pep Rally tomorrow afternoon.  Students may bring in a bottle of water, a hat, and sunblock.
Week one is almost finished!  We are getting into our routine!
Have a great night!

Wednesday, September 2, 2015

Wednesday, September 2, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--There is no homework. Today in class students completed a timed pretest on multiplication facts.  They also took a pretest on Topic 1 and basic addition, subtraction, and one digit multiplication.  Math textbooks need to be covered by next Tuesday.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework. Today in class students started a mini-project on our lab safety rules.
Homeroom Reminders--Thank you for returning beginning of the year forms. If you haven't returned your forms yet, please return them to school ASAP. Tomorrow will be Day 4--Study Island.
It was a great Wednesday!  177 days of school left!
Have a fantastic evening!

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Tuesday, September 1, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--There is no homework. Today in class students completed a survey related to math and their personal interests.  Math textbooks need to be covered by next Tuesday.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework. Today in class students completed a survey related to Science.  We also introduced our lab safety rules.
Homeroom Reminders--Thank you for returning beginning of the year forms.  If you haven't returned your forms yet, please return them to school ASAP. Tomorrow will be Day 3--Computer class.
You did a great job practicing for our fire drill today!
Enjoy the warm weather!  Have a good night!

Monday, August 31, 2015

Welcome to Fifth Grade!
Monday, August 31, 2015
Math--Periods 1 and 2--There is no homework.  Today in class students received their textbooks, and they set up their notebooks and folders.  Math textbooks need to be covered by next Tuesday.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--There is no homework.  Today in class students received their textbooks, and they set up their folders.
Homeroom Reminders--Thank you for returning beginning of the year forms.  If your child received his or her forms today, please return them to school ASAP.  Tomorrow will be Day 2--Art class.
It was a great day!  Have a fantastic evening!

Tuesday, May 26, 2015

Information for Incoming Fifth Graders

May 29, 2015

Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s) of Incoming Fifth Graders,

        As we come to the end of the school year, the fifth grade teaching team has information it would like to share with you for the next school year. We believe a key part of your child’s success in fifth grade depends upon organization. Students in fifth grade are required to follow a color coded folder system in which papers and notebooks for each class are stored in specific folders. With the support of the fifth grade parents over the past several years, we have had great success with this system.

Below you will find a list of items that you may purchase over the summer for the next school year. In addition to folders and notebooks, we have included the basic items that your child will need as he or she starts fifth grade. From our experiences as teachers and parents, we have found that students sometimes tend to want to purchase a great deal of unnecessary items for school—extra folders and notebooks for example. We have found that these items hinder rather than help with organization.

 School Supply List for Fifth Grade at North SchuylkillElementary

ü four solid colored folders with two pockets

*RED for Reading/Language Arts

*BLUE for Math

*GREEN for Social Studies

*ORANGE for Science

(You may want to several of each colored folder as they often need to be replaced during the year.)

ü 3 wide ruled blue or black marble notebooks (not spiral bound)

ü many many many number two pencils (Regular pencils that can be sharpened are preferred. Lead pencils that can not be sharpened are a distraction.)

ü many many many pencil top erasers

ü crayons (16 or 24)

ü colored pencils

ü highlighters

ü glue stick

ü soft pencil case

       Please do not purchase binders as they take up a lot of space in your child’s backpack and locker. Also please do not purchase backpacks with wheels. We have found that these can be tripping hazards when changing classes.

 Also during the summer, please encourage your child to read. If your child is reluctant to read, consider reading a book with him or her. This will have positive effects on your child’s reading and writing skills when we return to school. In addition, practice math facts. It is expected that incoming fifth graders are proficient with their basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts. Flashcards and computer games are often helpful with memorizing these facts.

We look forward to meeting you and your child in August. Thank you in advance for your interest and support!


The Week of May 26, 2015
Our Last Four Days of School!
Math--Periods 1 and 2--In class on Tuesday and Wednesday, we will be working on area and multiplying mixed numbers.  There is no homework.
Science--Periods 3 and 4--In class on Tuesday and Wednesday, we will be working on the nervous and digestive systems.  There is no homework.
Reminders for the End of the Year
1.  Fifth grade will have ice cream sundaes Wednesday afternoon.  You may bring a drink to school.
2.  Carnival Day will be on Thursday.  Students may wear their Phys. Ed. clothes.  If you did not preorder a lunch, be sure to bring your lunch.  Thank you, PTO, for organizing this fun day for us!
3.  Our last day of school will be on Friday with dismissal at 11:45.  Lunch will be served in the cafeteria.  There will be no breakfast served.  Report cards will be distributed.
4.  May Citizens of the Month--Congratulations are extended to George, Brent, and Cheyanne on being named Citizens of the Month from Homeroom 303.  These three students continually show enthusiam towards their academics and are great friends to others!  Their laughter is contagious!  George, Brent, and Cheyanne--your kind ways and positive outlooks will take you far!  Congratulations!
Have a fun and safe summer!  It was great working with fifth grade this year!