First Week

Forgot to take pictures the first week :(
However, we had a great week!  We are establishing our writing and reading workshops and have reviewed & practiced some problem solving strategies.

This week we will be diving into place value, building up our independent reading time, hopefully coming up with some story ideas, discussing science inquiry, and introducing some geography.

Reading logs went home on Friday, so be sure to keep track of the minutes your child is reading each night.  This is your child's HW every night!

Here is an extra copy of the reading:

Information About Band

Here is a message from Mr. Cooper, the band director:

Hi,

I know all of you have been wondering when 5th grade band will begin for this year, so I want to update you on what we are planning on doing.  5th grade band will begin on September 28th. More details on the schedule will be posted when that is finalized.   So if you haven't obtained an instrument yet, you still have some time!  

To obtain an instrument:

The first step, is to make sure to check the list of what instrument your child is playing which is posted on the 5th Grade band website.  This list was first posted in the Spring but has had a few people added over the summer.  If you were already on the list in the Spring nothing has changed.  If you believe there is a mistake or have any questions about the list, be sure to contact me and we will get it sorted out.

Please make a habit of checking the 5th grade band website which can be found here: 

http://grahamband.weebly.com/5th-grade-band.html

The second step is to get to Kincaid's, Hometown Music, or obtain an instrument and accessories sometime before the start date.  If you have already set up a rental or plan to rent an instrument with either place, I will be setting up a date and time for you to pick up those instruments once they are delivered to the school.  I will update you via e-mail on when that will be.

I plan to begin a Google calendar just for 5th grade band and will also provide important updates via the website.

Also on the 5th Grade Band Website are instructions to join the 5th Grade Band REMIND text service if you haven't done so already.  I will be able to keep you up to date via this service as well.

Open house

Great open house!!
Thank you all for coming out!!
I'm ready for an amazing, exciting year!!

Movie Night

Graham Elementary is hosting a movie night on Friday, September 11 from 6-9.  Since there is no football game or Pony Wagon Day festivities that night, we thought a movie night for the kids and a kid-free date night for the parents would be a great idea. 

The cost is 5 dollars per child and we will provide a light snack.

Hope to see you there!

Donation Board

If you are able & willing, here are a few items that could be donated to our classroom this year.
On the list I have several word games because once a month I would like to take a break from the regular word study routine to play word-building games.
Old Magazines can be donated all year long!  We will use them often.

A Few Things to Keep in Mind

Looking Forward to a Great Year!!

5th Grade Teachers Being Silly.