Monday, March 31, 2014

Homework and Happenings

Reminders:

Permission slips and money for our May 14 field trip to Stone Mountain are due by April 4.  Please consider chaperoning!  We only have two parent chaperones so far!

Spring Pictures are Wednesday, April 2.

Math

  • Homework: Big 20 (no homework passes)
  • Please bring boxes for our volume unit.  We'll need rectangular or square boxes of any size...cracker boxes, granola bar boxes, shoe boxes, Kleenex boxes, etc.  Please send in what you have!  

Word Study

  • Study first 5 words.
  • Master the Meaning - Thursday, Spelling & Dictation Test - Friday

Science (Morand's Class)


  • Homework:  complete 10 review questions/answers for circuit quiz board
  • Magnetism and Electricity Unit Test:  Wednesday
    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

    Friday, March 28, 2014

    Homework and Happenings

    Reminders:

    Permission slips and money for our May 14 field trip to Stone Mountain are due by April 4.  Please consider chaperoning!  We only have two parent chaperones so far!

    Spring Pictures are Wednesday, April 2.

    Please remember to return report card envelope, choice card, and Friday folder on Monday.

    Math

    • Homework:  study for test
    • Measurement Test - Monday
    • Please bring boxes for our volume unit.  We'll need rectangular or square boxes of any size...cracker boxes, granola bar boxes, shoe boxes, Kleenex boxes, etc.  Please send in what you have!  

    Word Study

    • Next week's word list can be found in the word study/spelling tab.

    Science (Morand's Class)

    • Homework:  none
    • Magnetism and Electricity Unit Test:  Wednesday

      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

      Thursday, March 27, 2014

      Homework and Happenings

      Reminders:

      Permission slips and money for our May 14 field trip to Stone Mountain are due by April 4.  Please consider chaperoning!  We only have two parent chaperones so far!

      Spring Pictures are Wednesday, April 2.

      Math

      • Homework:  study guide
      • Measurement test will be the week of 3/31 (early) - Make sure you learn your conversions!!!
      • Please bring boxes for our volume unit.  We'll need rectangular or square boxes of any size...cracker boxes, granola bar boxes, shoe boxes, Kleenex boxes, etc.  Please send in what you have!  

      Word Study

      • Spelling/Dictation test - Friday

      Science (Morand's Class)

      • Homework:  none
      • Magnetism and Electricity Unit Test:  Wednesday

        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

        Tuesday, March 25, 2014

        Homework and Happenings

        Reminders:

        Permission slips and money for our May 14 field trip to Stone Mountain are due by April 4.  Please consider chaperoning!  We only have two parent chaperones so far!

        Spring Pictures are Wednesday, April 2.

        Math

        • Homework:  worksheet
        • Measurement test will be the week of 3/31 (early) - Make sure you learn your conversions!!!
        • Please bring boxes for our volume unit.  We'll need rectangular or square boxes of any size...cracker boxes, granola bar boxes, etc.  Please send in what you have!  

        Word Study

        • Study the second 5 words.
        • Master the meaning - Thursday
        • Spelling/Dictation test - Friday

        Science (Morand's Class)

        • Homework:  none
        • Magnetism and Electricity Vocabulary Test Thursday

          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

          Monday, March 24, 2014

          Homework and Happenings

          Reminders:

          Permission slips and money for our May 14 field trip to Stone Mountain are due by April 4.  Please consider chaperoning!  We only have two parent chaperones so far!

          Deadline for ordering Publix Mother's Day Cakes has been extended!  Orders are due by Tuesday, 3/25.

          Spring Pictures are Wednesday, April 2.

          Math

          • Homework:  worksheet
          • Measurement test will be the week of 3/31 (early) - Make sure you learn your conversions!!!

          Word Study

          • Study the first 5 words.
          • Master the meaning - Thursday
          • Spelling/Dictation test - Friday

          Science (Morand's Class)

          • Homework:  none
          • Magnetism and Electricity Vocabulary Test Thursday

            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

            Friday, March 21, 2014

            Homework and Happenings

            Reminders:

            Permission slips for our May 14 field trip to Stone Mountain went home Friday.  All permission slips and money are due by April 4.  Please consider chaperoning!  We only have one parent chaperone so far!

            Deadline for ordering Publix Mother's Day Cakes has been extended!  Orders are due by Tuesday, 3/25.

            Spring Pictures are Wednesday, April 2.

            Math

            • Homework:  No homework
            • Measurement test will be the week of 3/31 (early) - Make sure you learn your conversions!!!

            Word Study

            • Words for next week can be found on the word study/spelling tab.

            Science (Morand's Class)

            • Homework:  none
            • Magnetism and Electricity Vocabulary Test next week

              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

              Thursday, March 20, 2014

              Homework and Happenings

              Reminders:

              Permission slips for our May 14 field trip to Stone Mountain went home Friday.  All permission slips and money are due by April 4.

              Deadline for ordering Publix Mother's Day Cakes is Friday, March 21.  Publix will not accept late orders!

              Spring Pictures are Wednesday, April 2.

              Chick-Fil-A Spirit night - tonight!

              Volunteer Breakfast Friday, March 21, 9:00 a.m.

              Math

              • Homework:  Finish worksheets that were started in class.
              • Measurement Quiz - tomorrow - Make sure you learn your conversions!!!

              Word Study

              • Study words!
              • Spelling/dictation test tomorrow

              Science (Morand's Class)

              • Homework:  none
              • Magnetism and Electricity Vocabulary Test next week

                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

                Wednesday, March 19, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                Reminders:

                Permission slips for our May 14 field trip to Stone Mountain went home Friday.  All permission slips and money are due by April 4.

                Deadline for ordering Publix Mother's Day Cakes is Friday, March 21.  Publix will not accept late orders!

                Spring Pictures are Wednesday, April 2.

                Chick-Fil-A Spirit night - Thursday, 3/20. 

                Volunteer Breakfast Friday, March 21, 9:00 a.m.

                Math

                • Homework:  worksheet (front and back)
                • Measurement Quiz - Friday - Make sure you learn your conversions!!!

                Word Study

                • Study words 11-15!
                • Master the meaning is Thursday and spelling/dictation test on Friday.

                Science (Morand's Class)

                • Homework:  I'm Shocked - home static electricity experiment
                • Magnetism and Electricity Vocabulary Test next week

                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

                Tuesday, March 18, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                Permission slips for our May 14 field trip to Stone Mountain went home Friday.  All permission slips and money are due by April 4.

                We had a visit today by Hull Middle School Peer leaders.  They shared a lot of information about middle school life and answered a lot of questions from our 5th graders!

                Math

                • Homework:  worksheet
                • Measurement Quiz - Friday - Make sure you learn your conversions!!!

                Word Study

                • Study the first ten words!
                • Master the meaning will be Thursday and spelling/dictation on Friday.
                • Definitions are listed at the end of this post for anyone unable to finish copying them in class!

                Science (Morand's Class)

                • Homework:  none
                • Magnetism and Electricity Vocabulary Test next week
                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

                Word
                Word Meaning
                     1.     technocrat
                A skilled technical ruler
                     2.     democracy
                A government with ruling officials chosen by the people
                     3.     plutocrat
                A wealthy ruler
                     4.     aristocracy
                Rule by a small group of the “best” people
                     5.     plutocracy
                The rule by the wealthiest citizens
                     6.     democrat
                One who believes in rule by the people
                     7.     autocrat
                A single ruler
                     8.     technocracy
                A system in which technicians rule
                     9.     aristocrats
                A small group of the “best” who rule
                10.autocracy
                A government in which a single person rules
                11. bellow
                To shout or yell
                12. convivial
                Enjoyable because of its friendliness
                13. engrossed
                Completely involved in something
                14. camaraderie
                A spirit of friendship, especially in a group
                15. regale
                To entertain or amuse somebody, especially by telling stories

                Friday, March 14, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                Grades aren't currently showing up on the parent portal because the system has already switched to 4th quarter.  If you have concerns/worries about your child's grades, please let me know!  


                Permission slips for our May 14 field trip to Stone Mountain went home today.  All permission slips and money are due by April 4.



                Study Island

                • Children should complete 4 Study Island Tests and have parent initials by Monday.  Please help your child remember to bring the paper back to school on Monday because we'll need it!  Thank you!

                Math

                • Homework:  none

                Word Study

                • List of next week's words can be found under the Word Study/Spelling Tab.  We'll write word parts and definitions on Monday.  Master the meaning will be Thursday and spelling/dictation on Friday.

                Science (Upchurch's Class)

                • Last day for Mrs. Upchurch's class to have science!  We'll start back again 4/3.
                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

                Thursday, March 13, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                Math

                • Homework:  worksheet 

                Word Study

                • Review word roots and prefixes we've studied this nine weeks - test tomorrow!

                Science (Upchurch's Class)

                • Homework: none
                • Matter Test:  Friday, March 14.  Study all the foldables that are in your matter lapbook.  The lapbook takes the place of the study guide for this assessment.
                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

                Wednesday, March 12, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                Math

                • Homework:  worksheet 

                Word Study

                • Review word roots and prefixes we've studied this nine weeks - test Friday

                Science (Upchurch's Class)

                • Homework: none
                • Matter Test:  Friday, March 14.  Children that would like to get a jump start on studying should begin studying the vocabulary, phases of matter, measurable properties, physical properties, chemical/physical changes,  and changes in matter foldables that are in their matter lapbook.  We'll be adding to the lapbook daily.  The lapbook takes the place of the study guide for this assessment.
                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

                Tuesday, March 11, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                Calling All Volunteers! 

                You have helped us Unleash Greatness! Whether you have volunteered one hour or daily at BES, we would like to say “Thank You!” Please join us for a breakfast honoring all you do for Burnette Elementary. Friday, March 21st, 9:00 am in the Burnette Cafeteria

                Other Important Dates:

                CRCT Date Change:  April 30, May 1, 2, 5, & 6

                Field Day Date Change:  Tuesday, May 13th

                5th Grade EOY Celebration Dates:  Wednesday,  May 25 
                     Awards Ceremony 9:30 - 11:30
                     5th Grade Walk 11:30
                     5th Grade Finale 1:00

                5th Grade Field Trip - Wednesday, May 14 - Look for more information this week!

                Math

                • Homework:  worksheet - front and back

                Word Study

                • Review word roots and prefixes we've studied this nine weeks - test Friday

                Science (Upchurch's Class)

                • Homework: none
                • Matter Test:  Friday, March 14.  Children that would like to get a jump start on studying should begin studying the vocabulary, phases of matter, measurable properties, physical properties, and chemical/physical changes foldables that are in their matter lapbook.  We'll be adding to the lapbook daily.  The lapbook takes the place of the study guide for this assessment.
                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

                Monday, March 10, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                Calling All Volunteers! 

                You have helped us Unleash Greatness! Whether you have volunteered one hour or daily at BES, we would like to say “Thank You!” Please join us for a breakfast honoring all you do for Burnette Elementary. Friday, March 21st, 9:00 am in the Burnette Cafeteria

                Other Important Dates:

                CRCT Date Change:  April 30, May 1, 2, 5, & 6

                Field Day Date Change:  Tuesday, May 13th

                5th Grade EOY Celebration Dates:  Wednesday,  May 25 
                     Awards Ceremony 9:30 - 11:30
                     5th Grade Walk 11:30
                     5th Grade Finale 1:00

                5th Grade Field Trip - Wednesday, May 14 - Look for more information this week!

                Math

                • Homework:  finish Big 20 worksheet

                Word Study

                • Review word roots and prefixes we've studied this nine weeks - test Friday

                Science (Upchurch's Class)

                • Homework: none
                • Matter Test:  Friday, March 14.  Children that would like to get a jump start on studying should begin studying the vocabulary, phases of matter, measurable properties, physical properties, and chemical/physical changes foldables that are in their matter lapbook.  We'll be adding to the lapbook daily.  The lapbook takes the place of the study guide for this assessment.
                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

                Friday, March 7, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                Calling All Volunteers! 

                You have helped us Unleash Greatness! Whether you have volunteered one hour or daily at BES, we would like to say “Thank You!” Please join us for a breakfast honoring all you do for Burnette Elementary. Friday, March 21st, 9:00 am in the Burnette Cafeteria

                Other Important Dates:

                CRCT Date Change:  April 30, May 1, 2, 5, & 6

                Field Day Date Change:  Tuesday, May 13th

                5th Grade EOY Celebration Dates:  Wednesday,  May 25 
                     Awards Ceremony 9:30 - 11:30
                     5th Grade Walk 11:30
                     5th Grade Finale 1:00

                5th Grade Field Trip - Wednesday, May 14 - Look for more information coming home next week!

                Math

                • Homework:  none

                Word Study

                • Next week we'll review word roots and prefixes we've studied this nine weeks.

                Science (Upchurch's Class)

                • No homework. 
                • Matter Test:  Friday, March 14.  Children that would like to get a jump start on studying should begin studying the vocabulary, phases of matter, measurable properties, and physical properties foldables that are in their matter lapbook.  We'll be adding to the lapbook daily.  The lapbook takes the place of the study guide for this assessment.
                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

                Thursday, March 6, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                Calling All Volunteers! 

                You have helped us Unleash Greatness! Whether you have volunteered one hour or daily at BES, we would like to say “Thank You!” Please join us for a breakfast honoring all you do for Burnette Elementary. Friday, March 21st, 9:00 am in the Burnette Cafeteria

                Math

                • Homework:  worksheet (no homework passes)

                Word Study

                • No word study this week because of the writing test!  Next week we'll review word roots and prefixes we've studied this nine weeks.

                Science (Upchurch's Class)

                • No homework. 
                • Matter Test:  Friday, March 14.  Children that would like to get a jump start on studying should begin studying the vocabulary, phases of matter, and measurable properties foldables that are in their matter lapbook.  We'll be adding to the lapbook daily.  The lapbook takes the place of the study guide for this assessment.
                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

                Wednesday, March 5, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                I'm so proud of how hard the children worked this morning on the writing test! Most spent every last second looking over their work to make their writing the best it can be!  I can't wait to see how well they did!

                Math

                • Homework:  none

                Word Study

                • No word study this week because of the writing test!  Next week we'll review word roots and prefixes we've studied this nine weeks.

                Science (Upchurch's Class)

                • No homework. 
                • Matter Test:  Friday, March 14.  Children that would like to get a jump start on studying should begin studying the vocabulary and phases of matter foldables that are on their matter lapbook.  We'll be adding to the lapbook daily.  The lapbook takes the place of the study guide for this assessment.
                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

                Tuesday, March 4, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                5th grade writing test is tomorrow.  Be sure to get to a plenty of sleep and eat a good breakfast.  Come in with a positive attitude!  You can do this!

                Math

                • Homework:  none

                Word Study

                • No word study this week because of the writing test!

                Science (Upchurch's Class)

                • 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

                Monday, March 3, 2014

                Homework and Happenings

                Wear GREEN tomorrow! Go as crazy green as you want!  5th grade is going green as a reminder to write green papers on Wednesday (green = specific details).  I hope to see lots of green tomorrow!!!!

                5th grade writing test is Wednesday, March 5.  Be sure to get to a plenty of sleep and eat a good breakfast.  Come in with a positive attitude!  You can do this!

                Math

                • Homework:  Study for math test!  Test is tomorrow.  Use your study guide and your journal to prepare for the test!

                Word Study

                • No word study this week because of the writing test!

                Science (Upchurch's Class)

                • 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