Newsletter Nov. 3

4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, November 3, 2008
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:

Math: What are statistical landmarks? How does a data collection method impact survey results? What is decimal place value?

Science: What are various forms of energy? What is an electromagnet? If your child is completing a science fair project at home please have them turn in a note detailing what their project is and what their plan is to carry it out. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask. Check out my blog for science fair ideas: www.scienceandmathwithmrssmith.blogspot.com

Language Arts: We will discuss how to summarize informational text. We will put this to practice not only with our story Nights of the Pufflings but we will also research penguins on the internet, summarize the important facts and write a paragraph about our research. Spelling this week will NOT be a traditional spelling test. However, we will discuss various ways to spell the sound /ar/ and will be grouping words together that spell the /ar/ sound. Grades will be taken on various work throughout the week.

Social Studies: We will learn about the European Explorers. We are getting close to the end of Chapter 3. The Chapter 3 test will be on Wednesday, November 12th. I have made a deal with both periods that if ALL students make a 93% or higher they will have earned a free period. On the free period day they may bring games from home to play with their friends. I will also check with Mr. McLeod about extra recess during that period as well. This was spurred on by a couple of students asking if I would reward them if everyone in that period made an A+. I suggested let’s go with everyone in the period making an A. I’m thrilled to see them take initiative to not only set goals for themselves but them to also inspire their classmates with an obtainable goal! So begin to study now!

Special Announcements:
· The School District of Oconee County continuously monitors the implementation of our ESOL program and welcomes input from parents, school staff, and community members regarding its current and future plans for working with ESOL students. If you would like to express any concerns about the ESOL program or have suggestions for improving our program, please contact Mike McLeod, Principal at Westminster Elementary School at 864-886-4520 or you may contact Dr. Wanda Warner at the school district office at 864-886-4400, extension 1134. Thank you for your valued support of our ESOL students!
· El Distrito de Escuelas del Condado de Oconee continuamente monitorea la implementación de nuestro programa de ESOL y acoge bien la contribución de los padres, el personal de las escuelas, y los miembros de la comunidad sobre los planes actuales y futuros de trabajar con los estudiantes de ESOL. Si usted quiere expresar alguna preocupación sobre el programa de ESOL o tiene sugerencias para mejorar nuestro programa, por favor póngase en contacto con Mike McLeod al numero 864-886-4520 o puede ponerse en contacto con la Dra. Wanda Warner en la oficina del distrito al 864-886-4400, extensión 1134. Gracias por su apoyo valorado sobre nuestros estudiantes de ESOL!

Special Dates:
· November 4 – Election Day/ Holiday-No School
· November 26-28 – Thanksgiving Holidays

All-Stars of the Week

Jessie
Mrs. Smith’s HR

Julie
Mrs. Vargo’s