Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Homework and Happenings

Math  -

  • Homework:  worksheet (front and back), if not finished in class
  • Decimal Place Value/Addition and Subtraction Test - Friday, 9/27.  Children may use their journal at any time to begin studying!

Word Study

  • Study all words for Friday!
  • Spelling and dictation test - Friday.

Science -

  • No homework!
  • Classification Test - Friday, September 27 - Study guide will came home today for that test.   Most of the information can be found on the 2 vocabulary graphic organizers, the 6 kingdoms hand graphic organizer, the plant (vascular/non-vascular) diagram that we made in class, and the vertebrates notes/graphic organizers.  Those items should all be in their science binder.  
  • The edible cell project went home yesterday - we will begin learning about cells on Friday.  I told the children NOT to stress or even begin to think about this project yet.  I just wanted parents to see it and know it is coming up!  Due date for this project is Thursday, 10/3.

Grammar -

  • No homework

Please check Mrs. Upchurch's website to check for other Language Arts/Social Studies news and updates. Link to Mrs. Upchurch's Website:  http://www.mariaupchurch.blogspot.com

Conferences -

  • I look forward to meeting with you all at conferences this week!

Other Reminders -

  • Early Release days are Wednesday and Thursday of this week.  Lunch is from 11:50 - 12:15.  School dismisses at 12:50 on those days.  Please remember to send a note if your child will have a change in the way that he/she normally goes home! 
  • Don't forget the book fair is going on now! Please stop by and visit the book fair when you are here for your conference.
  • The PTA fundraiser has begun - this week only! Please consider making a donation - 100% of your donation will go to the school to help fund technology in the classrooms and in-school field trips! Great prizes are being given for the high sellers AND for classrooms with 100% participation!