Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Baby Jackson
Baby Jackson arrived at 3:00 am Friday morning! He weighed 8lbs 7.6oz and was 19 inches long. He is very healthy! We were able to come home Sunday and are enjoying being home!!
Monday, May 18, 2009
PASS Testing
I just wanted to express how proud I am of our students!! They have worked so hard to prepare for PASS!! They were focused and took their time on all of the tests!! I know that come next Fall we will see great scores from each and every student! Congrats on a job well done!!
Field Day
WESTMINSTER ELEMENTARY
FIELD DAY 2009
Field Day will take place on Friday, May 22nd. As usual, we are planning a fun day with field events and water activities. Items to bring for that day should include a cap, tennis shoes, sunscreen, towel, and a change of clothes(including under garments). We ask that no white or light colored shorts or shirts be worn during the water activities. We do not want to keep anyone from participating on this day so we thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Field Day will begin with a “Lap for Life” in conjunction with the Student Council and their Relay for Life project. We are asking each student and adult to bring a quarter or more to drop in the Relay for Life bucket as they walk their lap around the track. All money received will be sent to the American Cancer Society.
Thank you again for all you do to help our school and our kids make a difference in the lives of others.
PE Department
Chris Hamilton
Jeff Hubbard
FIELD DAY 2009
Field Day will take place on Friday, May 22nd. As usual, we are planning a fun day with field events and water activities. Items to bring for that day should include a cap, tennis shoes, sunscreen, towel, and a change of clothes(including under garments). We ask that no white or light colored shorts or shirts be worn during the water activities. We do not want to keep anyone from participating on this day so we thank you in advance for your cooperation.
Field Day will begin with a “Lap for Life” in conjunction with the Student Council and their Relay for Life project. We are asking each student and adult to bring a quarter or more to drop in the Relay for Life bucket as they walk their lap around the track. All money received will be sent to the American Cancer Society.
Thank you again for all you do to help our school and our kids make a difference in the lives of others.
PE Department
Chris Hamilton
Jeff Hubbard
Newsletter May 18th
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, May 18, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: Review area and perimeter.
Science: Review plants. Begin animal research.
Language Arts: Review revising written work.
Social Studies: Chapter 14: A Divided Nation: What were the differences between the economics & populations of North & South? Who were the leaders of the underground railroad? How did the Northwest Ordinance of 1787; Missouri Compromise, annexation of Texas, Compromise of 1850; Kansas-Nebraska Act and Dred Scott decision affect slavery? How did the states’ rights, succession and the election of 1860 let to the Civil War?
Special Announcements:
· Thank you to the Bonnettes, Cawthons, Collins and Roses for providing snacks during our week of PASS Testing. The children enjoyed them all!
· We will be field testing for the PASS test on Tuesday. Please be sure your child has a good nights’ sleep, healthy breakfast and is here on time Tuesday morning.
Special Dates:
· May 22- Field Day
· June 1- ½ Day 11:00 Bus Rider Bell; 11:05 Car Rider Bell
(no lunch served!)
· May 25- No School; Memorial Day!
· June 2- ½ Day-Variety Show 8:45 a.m.; 11:00 Bus Rider Bell; 11:05
Car Rider Bell (No lunch served!)
· May 29- Awards Day 4th grade at 11:30-12:45p.m. Gym
· June 3- ½ Day-Last Day of School-Report Cards Go Home; 11:00
Bus Rider Bell; 11:05 Car Rider Bell (No lunch served!)
Monday, May 18, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: Review area and perimeter.
Science: Review plants. Begin animal research.
Language Arts: Review revising written work.
Social Studies: Chapter 14: A Divided Nation: What were the differences between the economics & populations of North & South? Who were the leaders of the underground railroad? How did the Northwest Ordinance of 1787; Missouri Compromise, annexation of Texas, Compromise of 1850; Kansas-Nebraska Act and Dred Scott decision affect slavery? How did the states’ rights, succession and the election of 1860 let to the Civil War?
Special Announcements:
· Thank you to the Bonnettes, Cawthons, Collins and Roses for providing snacks during our week of PASS Testing. The children enjoyed them all!
· We will be field testing for the PASS test on Tuesday. Please be sure your child has a good nights’ sleep, healthy breakfast and is here on time Tuesday morning.
Special Dates:
· May 22- Field Day
· June 1- ½ Day 11:00 Bus Rider Bell; 11:05 Car Rider Bell
(no lunch served!)
· May 25- No School; Memorial Day!
· June 2- ½ Day-Variety Show 8:45 a.m.; 11:00 Bus Rider Bell; 11:05
Car Rider Bell (No lunch served!)
· May 29- Awards Day 4th grade at 11:30-12:45p.m. Gym
· June 3- ½ Day-Last Day of School-Report Cards Go Home; 11:00
Bus Rider Bell; 11:05 Car Rider Bell (No lunch served!)
Monday, May 11, 2009
Newsletter May 11th
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, May 11, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What is probability? What are the two major forms of measurement? How do we convert measurements in the U.S. Customary System? How do we solve for elapsed time? PASS review.
Science: What are the major groups of organisms and how do we classify them? What are their characteristics? PASS review.
Language Arts: PASS Test Tuesday, May 12!
Social Studies: Chapter 13: People Moving South & West: What brought settlers into the new southern frontier? What was the Oregon Trail? How did the gold rush effect the population of California? Chapter 13 OPEN BOOK/NOTE Test Wednesday or Thursday. PASS Test Friday, May 15
Special Announcements:
· May 18th we will be going to USEV to take part in a salamander sampling and project learning tree activities. No chaperones are needed for this trip. We will leave at 8:50am and return at 11:30am. Students need to wear sneakers/hiking shoes to the activity. Definitely NO open shoes! They highly recommend wearing jeans or other long pants. Since it is tick season they also recommend that the students are checked by parents or know to check for ticks.
Special Dates:
· May 12- PASS Testing Reading & Research
· May 14- PASS Testing Science
· May 13- PASS Testing Math
· May 15- PASS Testing Social Studies
· May 15- Spring Fling 5-8 pm $5.00 admission
· May 22- Field Day
Monday, May 11, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What is probability? What are the two major forms of measurement? How do we convert measurements in the U.S. Customary System? How do we solve for elapsed time? PASS review.
Science: What are the major groups of organisms and how do we classify them? What are their characteristics? PASS review.
Language Arts: PASS Test Tuesday, May 12!
Social Studies: Chapter 13: People Moving South & West: What brought settlers into the new southern frontier? What was the Oregon Trail? How did the gold rush effect the population of California? Chapter 13 OPEN BOOK/NOTE Test Wednesday or Thursday. PASS Test Friday, May 15
Special Announcements:
· May 18th we will be going to USEV to take part in a salamander sampling and project learning tree activities. No chaperones are needed for this trip. We will leave at 8:50am and return at 11:30am. Students need to wear sneakers/hiking shoes to the activity. Definitely NO open shoes! They highly recommend wearing jeans or other long pants. Since it is tick season they also recommend that the students are checked by parents or know to check for ticks.
Special Dates:
· May 12- PASS Testing Reading & Research
· May 14- PASS Testing Science
· May 13- PASS Testing Math
· May 15- PASS Testing Social Studies
· May 15- Spring Fling 5-8 pm $5.00 admission
· May 22- Field Day
Monday, May 4, 2009
PASS preparation for Math
Just a reminder PASS testing starts on May 12th and ends on May 15th. The following are things you could do to help your child prepare for the math portion on May 13th:
Practice multiplication and division facts
Practice multiplying 2 digits by 2 digits
Study highlighted measurement equivalences on measurement chart
Go to the following website and follow these directions-
http://www.brainchild.com/statepages/StatePages.aspx?state=SC
Click on Grade 4 Demo
Click on Math
Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on Take Practice Test
Then click on Take Test
This is a great website with sample test questions. Once you complete the test it will score the test for you. It is great review that we have been taking advantage of in class as well. Thank you for all the hard work you put in at home to help our students to do their very best everyday!!
Thanks!
Practice multiplication and division facts
Practice multiplying 2 digits by 2 digits
Study highlighted measurement equivalences on measurement chart
Go to the following website and follow these directions-
http://www.brainchild.com/statepages/StatePages.aspx?state=SC
Click on Grade 4 Demo
Click on Math
Scroll to the bottom of the page and click on Take Practice Test
Then click on Take Test
This is a great website with sample test questions. Once you complete the test it will score the test for you. It is great review that we have been taking advantage of in class as well. Thank you for all the hard work you put in at home to help our students to do their very best everyday!!
Thanks!
Newsletter May 4th
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, May 4, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What is probability? What are the two major forms of measurement? How do we convert measurements in the U.S. Customary System? How do we solve for elapsed time?
Science: What are the major groups of organisms and how do we classify them?
Language Arts: We will focus on figurative language this week. What is a simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, alliteration, onomatopoeia and idiom?
Social Studies: Chapter 12: Times of Change What was the Monroe Doctrine and the Indian Removal Act of 1830? What was the Industrial Revolution? What historic movements influenced the development of the US? Chapter 12 Test OPEN BOOK will be Friday!
Special Announcements:
· Book Fair is Half Price:The Scholastic Book Fair has been advertised as Buy One Get One Free. However we have been given permission to run it as a half price fair. Some families can afford one book at half price instead of full price during these economic times. We were notified of this change only recently. If you have any questions please contact me at the school. Thank you! Mrs. Farmer
Special Dates:
· May 5- Spring Pictures or Money Due
· May 7- ACT OUT Drama Presentation 6:00 p.m.
· May 7- Last day of Half Price Book Fair
· May 12-15-PASS Testing
Monday, May 4, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What is probability? What are the two major forms of measurement? How do we convert measurements in the U.S. Customary System? How do we solve for elapsed time?
Science: What are the major groups of organisms and how do we classify them?
Language Arts: We will focus on figurative language this week. What is a simile, metaphor, personification, hyperbole, alliteration, onomatopoeia and idiom?
Social Studies: Chapter 12: Times of Change What was the Monroe Doctrine and the Indian Removal Act of 1830? What was the Industrial Revolution? What historic movements influenced the development of the US? Chapter 12 Test OPEN BOOK will be Friday!
Special Announcements:
· Book Fair is Half Price:The Scholastic Book Fair has been advertised as Buy One Get One Free. However we have been given permission to run it as a half price fair. Some families can afford one book at half price instead of full price during these economic times. We were notified of this change only recently. If you have any questions please contact me at the school. Thank you! Mrs. Farmer
Special Dates:
· May 5- Spring Pictures or Money Due
· May 7- ACT OUT Drama Presentation 6:00 p.m.
· May 7- Last day of Half Price Book Fair
· May 12-15-PASS Testing
Thursday, April 30, 2009
Newsletter April 27th
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, April 27, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: How can we show change over time? What type of graph shows change? What is probability? What are the two major forms of measurement? How do we convert measurements in the U.S. Customary System?
Science: We are beginning our unit on animals and plants. What are the major groups of organisms and how do we classify them?
Language Arts: We will focus on poetry this week. We are very blessed to have Dr. Rebecca Moore our Literacy Coach join us for this fun and exciting unit!!! Welcome back to our classroom Dr. Moore! We will learn about stanza, rhyme scheme and repetition. We will also have fun writing some poetry of our own!
Social Studies: Chapter 11: The Young United States How did political parties form? How did the United States expand westward? What was the war of 1812?
Special Announcements:
· Any families willing to send a healthy snack to school during PASS Testing week, please let us know. Last year the school was able to provide snacks for this week, but due to budget cuts snacks will not be provided. Some ideas are cereal bars, fruit snacks, pretzels or chips, juice boxes or water bottles, etc…. We will be PASS Testing Tuesday, May 12 through Friday, May 15. We haven’t heard from anyone…we are still in need of some snacks.
Special Dates:
· April 30- Stone Mtn. Field Trip
· May 5- Progress Reports Come Home
· May 5- Spring Pictures or Money Due
· May 7- ACT Out Drama Presentation 6:00 p.m.
Monday, April 27, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: How can we show change over time? What type of graph shows change? What is probability? What are the two major forms of measurement? How do we convert measurements in the U.S. Customary System?
Science: We are beginning our unit on animals and plants. What are the major groups of organisms and how do we classify them?
Language Arts: We will focus on poetry this week. We are very blessed to have Dr. Rebecca Moore our Literacy Coach join us for this fun and exciting unit!!! Welcome back to our classroom Dr. Moore! We will learn about stanza, rhyme scheme and repetition. We will also have fun writing some poetry of our own!
Social Studies: Chapter 11: The Young United States How did political parties form? How did the United States expand westward? What was the war of 1812?
Special Announcements:
· Any families willing to send a healthy snack to school during PASS Testing week, please let us know. Last year the school was able to provide snacks for this week, but due to budget cuts snacks will not be provided. Some ideas are cereal bars, fruit snacks, pretzels or chips, juice boxes or water bottles, etc…. We will be PASS Testing Tuesday, May 12 through Friday, May 15. We haven’t heard from anyone…we are still in need of some snacks.
Special Dates:
· April 30- Stone Mtn. Field Trip
· May 5- Progress Reports Come Home
· May 5- Spring Pictures or Money Due
· May 7- ACT Out Drama Presentation 6:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 23, 2009
April 20th
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, April 20, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: How can we show change over time? What type of graph shows change? What is probability?
Science: We will review our unit on the solar system and test on Wednesday. Then we will begin our unit on animals and plants.
Language Arts: A Very Important Day by Maggie Rugg Herold: What is the author’s purpose for writing a text? What are some good test taking strategies? What is a verb? What are main and helping verbs? What are action and linking verbs? What is the process for completing a research paper?
Social Studies: Chapter 10: Forming a New Government What are the Bill of Rights? We will review Lessons 2 & 3 and have a TEST on FRIDAY, April 24th.
Special Announcements:
· Any families willing to send a healthy snack to school during PASS Testing week, please let us know. Last year the school was able to provide snacks for this week, but due to budget cuts snacks will not be provided. Some ideas are cereal bars, fruit snacks, pretzels or chips, juice boxes or water bottles, etc…. We will be PASS Testing Tuesday, May 12 through Friday, May 15.
Special Dates:
· April 20- School Resumes
· April 21– Coupon Books Delivered to Students to be distributed
· April 30- Stone Mtn. Field Trip 7:45 am-7:00 pm
· May 15– Spring Fling 5:00-8:00 pm
Monday, April 20, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: How can we show change over time? What type of graph shows change? What is probability?
Science: We will review our unit on the solar system and test on Wednesday. Then we will begin our unit on animals and plants.
Language Arts: A Very Important Day by Maggie Rugg Herold: What is the author’s purpose for writing a text? What are some good test taking strategies? What is a verb? What are main and helping verbs? What are action and linking verbs? What is the process for completing a research paper?
Social Studies: Chapter 10: Forming a New Government What are the Bill of Rights? We will review Lessons 2 & 3 and have a TEST on FRIDAY, April 24th.
Special Announcements:
· Any families willing to send a healthy snack to school during PASS Testing week, please let us know. Last year the school was able to provide snacks for this week, but due to budget cuts snacks will not be provided. Some ideas are cereal bars, fruit snacks, pretzels or chips, juice boxes or water bottles, etc…. We will be PASS Testing Tuesday, May 12 through Friday, May 15.
Special Dates:
· April 20- School Resumes
· April 21– Coupon Books Delivered to Students to be distributed
· April 30- Stone Mtn. Field Trip 7:45 am-7:00 pm
· May 15– Spring Fling 5:00-8:00 pm
Newsletter Apil 6th
4th Grade All-Stars
Tuesday, April 6, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What is the use of parentheses in number sentences? How do we solve for a pattern or function box? How do you solve for a variable? How can we show change over time? What is probability?
Science: What is the sun like? How does the sun affect the earth? What are the phases of the moon? What is the moon like?
Language Arts: Fire by Joy Masoff: How can headings, subheadings, print styles, white space, captions and chapter headings help me gain information? What are verbs? What are main and helping verbs?
Social Studies: Chapter 10: Forming a New Government What is the Constitutional Convention? What are the goals of the Constitution? What are the three branches of government and how do they function? Lesson 1 vocabulary & facts test Thursday.
Special Announcements:
· Due to our upcoming Spring Break, the length of vocabulary and amount of material needed to know for Chapter 10, there will be a quiz on Social Studies Lesson 1 vocabulary and facts on Thursday, April 9th. Flashcards were created Friday, April 3rd and study guides came home Friday. It is also posted on our class website (www.freewebs.com/vargo4thgrade).
Special Dates:
· April 9 – Social Studies Lesson 1 Quiz
· April 9 – Coupon Book Orders Due
· April 10 – School Closed
· April 13-17– Spring Break
· April 20 – School Resumes
· April 21 – Coupon Books Delivered to Students to be distributed
Tuesday, April 6, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What is the use of parentheses in number sentences? How do we solve for a pattern or function box? How do you solve for a variable? How can we show change over time? What is probability?
Science: What is the sun like? How does the sun affect the earth? What are the phases of the moon? What is the moon like?
Language Arts: Fire by Joy Masoff: How can headings, subheadings, print styles, white space, captions and chapter headings help me gain information? What are verbs? What are main and helping verbs?
Social Studies: Chapter 10: Forming a New Government What is the Constitutional Convention? What are the goals of the Constitution? What are the three branches of government and how do they function? Lesson 1 vocabulary & facts test Thursday.
Special Announcements:
· Due to our upcoming Spring Break, the length of vocabulary and amount of material needed to know for Chapter 10, there will be a quiz on Social Studies Lesson 1 vocabulary and facts on Thursday, April 9th. Flashcards were created Friday, April 3rd and study guides came home Friday. It is also posted on our class website (www.freewebs.com/vargo4thgrade).
Special Dates:
· April 9 – Social Studies Lesson 1 Quiz
· April 9 – Coupon Book Orders Due
· April 10 – School Closed
· April 13-17– Spring Break
· April 20 – School Resumes
· April 21 – Coupon Books Delivered to Students to be distributed
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
MAP Math
I just wanted to brag on all of my students!! They have worked very hard all year long and made impressive gains on their MAP math test for spring!! I am very proud of each and everyone of them!! Keep up the good work! Now lets prepare for PASS in May!
Monday, March 30, 2009
Newsletter March 30th
4th Grade All-Stars
Tuesday, March 30, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What are number sentences? How do you determine if they are true or false? What is the use of parentheses in number sentences? How do we solve for a pattern or function box?
Science: What are planets? What do planets orbit? What is the difference between the rocky planets and the gaseous planets?
Language Arts: Red Writing Hood How does the sequence of events in a story affect the outcome of the story? Can I compare with adjectives? When do I change y to i when spelling words? What are simple and compound sentences?
Social Studies: Chapter 10: Forming a New Government What were the Articles of Confederation? What were the main goals for the Articles of Confederation?
Special Announcements:
· Our PTO, will be sponsoring a MEGA Coupon Book fundraiser. The MEGA Coupon Book costs $25.00 and has $7,200.00 worth of savings. If each student sells ONE book, our school receives $5,000.00 profit…the potential is there for BIG savings for each family as well as funds for our school
· On Monday, March 31st, registration packets for the 2009-2010 school year will be going home for students in K-4th grade. Please fill out this paperwork and return to the school by Friday, April 3rd. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the school.
Special Dates:
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 27 – Spring Pictures
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
· March 31 – Report Cards Go Home
· April 10 – Snow Day Make Up ?
· April 13-17– Spring Break
Tuesday, March 30, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What are number sentences? How do you determine if they are true or false? What is the use of parentheses in number sentences? How do we solve for a pattern or function box?
Science: What are planets? What do planets orbit? What is the difference between the rocky planets and the gaseous planets?
Language Arts: Red Writing Hood How does the sequence of events in a story affect the outcome of the story? Can I compare with adjectives? When do I change y to i when spelling words? What are simple and compound sentences?
Social Studies: Chapter 10: Forming a New Government What were the Articles of Confederation? What were the main goals for the Articles of Confederation?
Special Announcements:
· Our PTO, will be sponsoring a MEGA Coupon Book fundraiser. The MEGA Coupon Book costs $25.00 and has $7,200.00 worth of savings. If each student sells ONE book, our school receives $5,000.00 profit…the potential is there for BIG savings for each family as well as funds for our school
· On Monday, March 31st, registration packets for the 2009-2010 school year will be going home for students in K-4th grade. Please fill out this paperwork and return to the school by Friday, April 3rd. If you have any questions or concerns, please call the school.
Special Dates:
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 27 – Spring Pictures
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
· March 31 – Report Cards Go Home
· April 10 – Snow Day Make Up ?
· April 13-17– Spring Break
Friday, March 20, 2009
Newsletter March 24th
4th Grade All-Stars
Tuesday, March 24, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What are number sentences? How do you determine if they are true or false? What is the use of parentheses in number sentences? How do we solve for a pattern or function box? MAP test on Friday March 27th.
Science: What are planets? What do planets orbit? What is the difference between the rocky planets and the gaseous planets?
Language Arts: We will be MAP testing on Tuesday. No Spelling test due to short week.
Social Studies: How did other nations help the Continental Army? What happened at the Battle of Cowpens? What events lead up to the end of the Revolutionary War?
Special Announcements:
· We are in need of the following items: Tissues, Clorox Wipes, Band-Aids, 4” x 6” index cards-ruled front with plain back. Any items you can send in will be greatly appreciated!
Special Dates:
· March 24 – MAP Reading Test
· March 25 – Field Trip Balance Due
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 27 – Spring Pictures
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
Tuesday, March 24, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What are number sentences? How do you determine if they are true or false? What is the use of parentheses in number sentences? How do we solve for a pattern or function box? MAP test on Friday March 27th.
Science: What are planets? What do planets orbit? What is the difference between the rocky planets and the gaseous planets?
Language Arts: We will be MAP testing on Tuesday. No Spelling test due to short week.
Social Studies: How did other nations help the Continental Army? What happened at the Battle of Cowpens? What events lead up to the end of the Revolutionary War?
Special Announcements:
· We are in need of the following items: Tissues, Clorox Wipes, Band-Aids, 4” x 6” index cards-ruled front with plain back. Any items you can send in will be greatly appreciated!
Special Dates:
· March 24 – MAP Reading Test
· March 25 – Field Trip Balance Due
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 27 – Spring Pictures
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
Newsletter March 16th
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, March 16, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What are number sentences? How do you determine if they are true or false? What is the use of parentheses in number sentences? What are open sentences? What is a variable?
Science: We will begin a new unit on space. What are planets? What do planets orbit? What is the difference between the rocky planets and gaseous planets?
Language Arts: The Days of King Adobe by Joe Hayes: What is the main idea of a text? What are the details to support the main idea? What is imaginative literature? What is an adjective and an article? Can I spell words with the prefixes non-, in- and re-?
Social Studies: What is the Declaration of Independence? How did the Patriots help win the war?
Special Announcements:
· The remainder of the Stone Mtn. field trip money is due by Wednesday, March 25th. Balance notices will be stapled to your child’s agenda today.
Special Dates:
· March 19 – Chick-fil-A Spirit Night 5-8 pm
· March 23 – Student Holiday
· March 24 – MAP Reading Test
· March 25 – Field Trip Balance Due
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 27 – Spring Pictures
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
Monday, March 16, 2009 Mrs. Smith & Mrs. Vargo
Week At A Glance:
Math: What are number sentences? How do you determine if they are true or false? What is the use of parentheses in number sentences? What are open sentences? What is a variable?
Science: We will begin a new unit on space. What are planets? What do planets orbit? What is the difference between the rocky planets and gaseous planets?
Language Arts: The Days of King Adobe by Joe Hayes: What is the main idea of a text? What are the details to support the main idea? What is imaginative literature? What is an adjective and an article? Can I spell words with the prefixes non-, in- and re-?
Social Studies: What is the Declaration of Independence? How did the Patriots help win the war?
Special Announcements:
· The remainder of the Stone Mtn. field trip money is due by Wednesday, March 25th. Balance notices will be stapled to your child’s agenda today.
Special Dates:
· March 19 – Chick-fil-A Spirit Night 5-8 pm
· March 23 – Student Holiday
· March 24 – MAP Reading Test
· March 25 – Field Trip Balance Due
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 27 – Spring Pictures
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Newsletter March 2nd
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, March 2, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: First period will have a test on fractions on Thursday March 5th. A study guide will be sent home on Monday. The study guide will have sample problems from the test. It is also in the same format the test will be in. How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets? What are equivalent fractions? What are improper fractions and mixed numbers? Second period will begin a new unit on division and algebra.
Science: How does light travel? How can light be absorbed, reflected, or refracted by objects? How does light behave when it strikes materials? What is ROY G. BIV? We will be ending our unit on light this week. Be on a look out for a study guide.
Language Arts: We will focus on preparing for the PASS Writing Test which will be March 10 and 11. (NO story this week, NO Spelling words due to our test preparation)
Social Studies: Due to preparations for the PASS Writing Test we will take a break this week from Social Studies. The students did VERY well on their Research Projects. However, we did not have the opportunity to share them yet. If there are breaks in our schedule this week we will share a few. If not we will do this after March 11.
Special Announcements:
· In honor of Dr. Seuss’ Birthday there will be multiple celebrations at Westminster Elementary this week.
Monday: Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss - Wear red, white and black like cat in the hat
Tuesday: Fox in Socks Day - wear crazy socks
Wednesday: My Many Colored Days Day - wear your favorite color
Thursday: Cat in the Hat Day - wear hats
Friday: I Am Not Going to Get Out of Bed Day - wear your most comfortable clothes day
Special Dates:
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 6 - $25.00 Non-Refundable Deposit Due for Stone Mountain Field Trip (4/30/09)
· March 10-11 – Writing PASS Test!
· March 23 – Student Holiday
· March 24 – MAP Reading Test
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
Monday, March 2, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: First period will have a test on fractions on Thursday March 5th. A study guide will be sent home on Monday. The study guide will have sample problems from the test. It is also in the same format the test will be in. How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets? What are equivalent fractions? What are improper fractions and mixed numbers? Second period will begin a new unit on division and algebra.
Science: How does light travel? How can light be absorbed, reflected, or refracted by objects? How does light behave when it strikes materials? What is ROY G. BIV? We will be ending our unit on light this week. Be on a look out for a study guide.
Language Arts: We will focus on preparing for the PASS Writing Test which will be March 10 and 11. (NO story this week, NO Spelling words due to our test preparation)
Social Studies: Due to preparations for the PASS Writing Test we will take a break this week from Social Studies. The students did VERY well on their Research Projects. However, we did not have the opportunity to share them yet. If there are breaks in our schedule this week we will share a few. If not we will do this after March 11.
Special Announcements:
· In honor of Dr. Seuss’ Birthday there will be multiple celebrations at Westminster Elementary this week.
Monday: Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss - Wear red, white and black like cat in the hat
Tuesday: Fox in Socks Day - wear crazy socks
Wednesday: My Many Colored Days Day - wear your favorite color
Thursday: Cat in the Hat Day - wear hats
Friday: I Am Not Going to Get Out of Bed Day - wear your most comfortable clothes day
Special Dates:
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 6 - $25.00 Non-Refundable Deposit Due for Stone Mountain Field Trip (4/30/09)
· March 10-11 – Writing PASS Test!
· March 23 – Student Holiday
· March 24 – MAP Reading Test
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
Monday, February 23, 2009
Newsletter Feb. 23
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, February 23, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets? What are equivalent fractions? What are improper fractions and mixed numbers?
Science: How does light travel? How can light be absorbed, reflected, or refracted by objects? How does light behave when it strikes materials? What is ROY G. BIV?
Language Arts: We will read the story The Case of Pablo’s Nose by Donald J. Sobol. Our focus will be putting events in chronological order (story order) as well as possessive pronouns. Our spelling words focus on the prefixes un- and dis-. Spelling test will be on Friday! We will continue our essay writings that we started with Dr. Moore, “What life would be like with no TV.”
Social Studies: We will continue our research projects this week and hope to complete these by Friday. CHAPTER 8 TEST Tuesday.
Special Announcements:
· Don’t forget to send in your Stone Mountain Intention Letter by tomorrow. We need to get an accurate count so we know how to plan for buses. FYI….the $75.00 covers the cost of the ticket, transportation (charter buses) as well as dinner. We will be taking sack lunches from school or you may bring your own lunch. The trip will be April 30th 7:45 am – 7:00 pm. $25.00 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit for ALL going (students & chaperones) due March 6th.
Special Dates:
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (Horton Hears A Who) Movie starts at 6:00 pm, doors open at 5:30 pm for snacks
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 6 - $25.00 Non-Refundable Deposit Due for Stone Mountain Field Trip (4/30/09)
· March 10-11 – Writing PASS Test!
· March 23 – Student Holiday
· March 24 – MAP Reading Test
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
Monday, February 23, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets? What are equivalent fractions? What are improper fractions and mixed numbers?
Science: How does light travel? How can light be absorbed, reflected, or refracted by objects? How does light behave when it strikes materials? What is ROY G. BIV?
Language Arts: We will read the story The Case of Pablo’s Nose by Donald J. Sobol. Our focus will be putting events in chronological order (story order) as well as possessive pronouns. Our spelling words focus on the prefixes un- and dis-. Spelling test will be on Friday! We will continue our essay writings that we started with Dr. Moore, “What life would be like with no TV.”
Social Studies: We will continue our research projects this week and hope to complete these by Friday. CHAPTER 8 TEST Tuesday.
Special Announcements:
· Don’t forget to send in your Stone Mountain Intention Letter by tomorrow. We need to get an accurate count so we know how to plan for buses. FYI….the $75.00 covers the cost of the ticket, transportation (charter buses) as well as dinner. We will be taking sack lunches from school or you may bring your own lunch. The trip will be April 30th 7:45 am – 7:00 pm. $25.00 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit for ALL going (students & chaperones) due March 6th.
Special Dates:
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (Horton Hears A Who) Movie starts at 6:00 pm, doors open at 5:30 pm for snacks
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 6 - $25.00 Non-Refundable Deposit Due for Stone Mountain Field Trip (4/30/09)
· March 10-11 – Writing PASS Test!
· March 23 – Student Holiday
· March 24 – MAP Reading Test
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
Newsletter Feb. 17
4th Grade All-Stars
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets? What are equivalent fractions? How do we find equivalent fractions? What are improper fractions? What are mixed numbers?
Science: What are the basic properties of light? What is light made up of? How does light travel? How can light be absorbed, reflected, or refracted by objects? How does light behave when it strikes materials?
Language Arts: We will read the story The Kid’s Invention Book by Jean Arlene Erlbach. Our focus will be recognizing the main idea as well as details to support the main idea. We will also focus on following written directions. We will identify subject and object pronouns. We will work in the classroom with spelling words that end with y and ey. However, due to our short week we will not have a typical spelling test. We will have an open book comprehension quiz on Friday.
Social Studies: We will begin our research projects this week. We will read and begin to outline our information.
Special Announcements:
· Due to some schedule changes this week, students were not able to begin their research projects. We will begin them this week. All research will be completed during class time. We will also write a three paragraph paper based upon the information the students collected on their individual from the American Revolution time period. If your child would like to dress up as the individual they have researched, they may do so. Presentations will be on Thursday, February 26th and Friday, February 27th. Please note dressing up is NOT a requirement for this project! Our focus will be on the process of doing a research project and writing a summary!
Special Dates:
· February 19 – Progress Reports go home
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (more information to follow)
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 10-11 – Writing PASS Test!
· March 23 – Student Holiday
· March 24 – MAP Reading Test
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets? What are equivalent fractions? How do we find equivalent fractions? What are improper fractions? What are mixed numbers?
Science: What are the basic properties of light? What is light made up of? How does light travel? How can light be absorbed, reflected, or refracted by objects? How does light behave when it strikes materials?
Language Arts: We will read the story The Kid’s Invention Book by Jean Arlene Erlbach. Our focus will be recognizing the main idea as well as details to support the main idea. We will also focus on following written directions. We will identify subject and object pronouns. We will work in the classroom with spelling words that end with y and ey. However, due to our short week we will not have a typical spelling test. We will have an open book comprehension quiz on Friday.
Social Studies: We will begin our research projects this week. We will read and begin to outline our information.
Special Announcements:
· Due to some schedule changes this week, students were not able to begin their research projects. We will begin them this week. All research will be completed during class time. We will also write a three paragraph paper based upon the information the students collected on their individual from the American Revolution time period. If your child would like to dress up as the individual they have researched, they may do so. Presentations will be on Thursday, February 26th and Friday, February 27th. Please note dressing up is NOT a requirement for this project! Our focus will be on the process of doing a research project and writing a summary!
Special Dates:
· February 19 – Progress Reports go home
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (more information to follow)
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 10-11 – Writing PASS Test!
· March 23 – Student Holiday
· March 24 – MAP Reading Test
· March 27 – MAP Math Test
· March 31 – MAP Language Test
Newsletter Feb. 9
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, February 9, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets? What are equivalent fractions? How do we find equivalent fractions?
Science: We will begin our study on light.
Language Arts: We will read the story Look to the North by Jean Craighead George. Our focus will be on summarizing important information from text. We will also learn that pronouns take the place of nouns and antecedents are the noun or nouns that the pronouns refer to. We will not have a spelling test due to our short week but we will discuss and learn that ei, eigh and ie can say long a and long e. Dr. Moore, our literacy coach, will come on Thursday and do a practice writing activity for our PASS Writing Assessment, which will be March 10 and 11. We look forward to her visit and writing activity.
Social Studies: We will continue Chapter 8: The Road to War. Students will begin their research projects this week. All research will be completed during class time. However, if students would like to dress up as the individual they have researched, they may do so. Some presentations will be Friday, February 20th. More information will be sent home later this week stating who you child has chosen to research, as well as their presentation date. This long weekend may be a good chance to gather a costume. Please note dressing up is NOT a requirement for this project! Our focus will be on the process of doing a research project and writing a summary!
Special Announcements:
· FYI…Our field trip to Stone Mountain has been moved to Thursday, April 30th, 2009. We will not be staying for the laser show but it will still be an ALL day field trip. More information to come later.
Special Dates:
· February 9 – Math & Science Night/Open House/Family Book Fair Night 5:00-7:00 pm
· February 13 – Student Holiday
· February 16 – Holiday or Inclement Weather Make Up Day
· February 19 – Progress Reports go home
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (more information to follow)
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
Monday, February 9, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets? What are equivalent fractions? How do we find equivalent fractions?
Science: We will begin our study on light.
Language Arts: We will read the story Look to the North by Jean Craighead George. Our focus will be on summarizing important information from text. We will also learn that pronouns take the place of nouns and antecedents are the noun or nouns that the pronouns refer to. We will not have a spelling test due to our short week but we will discuss and learn that ei, eigh and ie can say long a and long e. Dr. Moore, our literacy coach, will come on Thursday and do a practice writing activity for our PASS Writing Assessment, which will be March 10 and 11. We look forward to her visit and writing activity.
Social Studies: We will continue Chapter 8: The Road to War. Students will begin their research projects this week. All research will be completed during class time. However, if students would like to dress up as the individual they have researched, they may do so. Some presentations will be Friday, February 20th. More information will be sent home later this week stating who you child has chosen to research, as well as their presentation date. This long weekend may be a good chance to gather a costume. Please note dressing up is NOT a requirement for this project! Our focus will be on the process of doing a research project and writing a summary!
Special Announcements:
· FYI…Our field trip to Stone Mountain has been moved to Thursday, April 30th, 2009. We will not be staying for the laser show but it will still be an ALL day field trip. More information to come later.
Special Dates:
· February 9 – Math & Science Night/Open House/Family Book Fair Night 5:00-7:00 pm
· February 13 – Student Holiday
· February 16 – Holiday or Inclement Weather Make Up Day
· February 19 – Progress Reports go home
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (more information to follow)
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
Newsletter Feb. 2
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, February 2, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets? What are equivalent fractions? How do we find equivalent fractions?
Science: What are essential for the flow of electricity? What are the two types of circuits and how do they differ? We will finish our unit on electricity and test on Thursday.
Language Arts: We will continue to focus on trait writing, an instructional model that teaches students the seven main components of good writing. This week we will focus on organization: the internal structure of the piece, the thread of central meaning, the pattern of logic. Thank you for taking time Thursday night to interact with your child about their writing! We had a GREAT discussion Friday about things we learned and suggestions you made to help your child become a better writer. By giving your input we are making a POWERFUL team to spur your children along in their development! You are the BEST!
Social Studies: We will continue Chapter 8: The Road to War. We will begin to discuss a research project. More information to come!
Special Announcements:
· FYI…Our field trip to Stone Mountain has been moved to Thursday, April 30th, 2009. We will not be staying for the laser show but it will still be an ALL day field trip. More information to come later.
Special Dates:
· February 9 – Math & Science Night/Open House/Family Book Fair Night 5:00-7:00 pm
· February 13 – Student Holiday
· February 16 – Holiday or Inclement Weather Make Up Day
· February 18 – Progress Reports go home
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (more information to follow)
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
All-Stars of the Week
Cody
Mrs. Smith’s HR
Robbie
Mrs. Vargo’s HR
Monday, February 2, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets? What are equivalent fractions? How do we find equivalent fractions?
Science: What are essential for the flow of electricity? What are the two types of circuits and how do they differ? We will finish our unit on electricity and test on Thursday.
Language Arts: We will continue to focus on trait writing, an instructional model that teaches students the seven main components of good writing. This week we will focus on organization: the internal structure of the piece, the thread of central meaning, the pattern of logic. Thank you for taking time Thursday night to interact with your child about their writing! We had a GREAT discussion Friday about things we learned and suggestions you made to help your child become a better writer. By giving your input we are making a POWERFUL team to spur your children along in their development! You are the BEST!
Social Studies: We will continue Chapter 8: The Road to War. We will begin to discuss a research project. More information to come!
Special Announcements:
· FYI…Our field trip to Stone Mountain has been moved to Thursday, April 30th, 2009. We will not be staying for the laser show but it will still be an ALL day field trip. More information to come later.
Special Dates:
· February 9 – Math & Science Night/Open House/Family Book Fair Night 5:00-7:00 pm
· February 13 – Student Holiday
· February 16 – Holiday or Inclement Weather Make Up Day
· February 18 – Progress Reports go home
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (more information to follow)
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
All-Stars of the Week
Cody
Mrs. Smith’s HR
Robbie
Mrs. Vargo’s HR
Friday, January 30, 2009
Newsletter Jan. 26
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, January 26, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets?
Science: What are essential for the flow of electricity? What are the two types of circuits and how do they differ?
Language Arts: We will begin to focus on trait writing, an instructional model that teaches students the seven main components of good writing. This week we will focus on interesting ideas: the meaning and development of the message. As we work on these traits, I’d like to request your help. Periodically, your child will come home with Student-to-Parent letters that contain questions about your child’s writing. Your child will ask you to listen as he or she reads a piece aloud and then to answer and discuss the questions in the letter. It’s that simple! By providing a good listening ear and constructive feedback, you can play a crucial role in your child’s success.
Social Studies: We will begin Chapter 8: The Road to War. We will discuss the Stamp Act, Townsend Act and the Boston Massacre.
Special Announcements:
· FYI…Our field trip to Stone Mountain has been moved to Thursday, April 30th, 2009. We will not be staying for the laser show but it will still be an ALL day field trip. More information to come later.
· The Westminster Elementary Junior Beta Club is sponsoring a coat drive. We will collect coats for boys, girls, men and women of all sizes. Please make sure the coats are cleaned before sending them to school. The collection of coats will begin on January 12 and end on January 29. The coats will be distributed to families within our school first and then to other organization in Oconee County. If you know of a group or family in need of coats, please let Mrs. Cater or Mrs. Williams know.
Special Dates:
· January 12 – 29 Westminster Elementary Junior Beta Club Coat Drive
· January 26 – 4th grade Field Trip to Peace Center (9:30 am-2:30 pm)
· February 9 – Math & Science Night/Open House/Family Book Fair Night 5:00-7:00 pm
· February 13 – Student Holiday
· February 16 – Holiday or Inclement Weather Make Up Day
· February 18 – Progress Reports go home
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (more information to follow)
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
All-Stars of the Week
Jennifer
Mrs. Smith’s HR
Taysha
Mrs. Vargo’s
Monday, January 26, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: How do various fractions compare in size (0, ½, and 1)? What are the numerator and denominator? How do we find fractional parts of sets?
Science: What are essential for the flow of electricity? What are the two types of circuits and how do they differ?
Language Arts: We will begin to focus on trait writing, an instructional model that teaches students the seven main components of good writing. This week we will focus on interesting ideas: the meaning and development of the message. As we work on these traits, I’d like to request your help. Periodically, your child will come home with Student-to-Parent letters that contain questions about your child’s writing. Your child will ask you to listen as he or she reads a piece aloud and then to answer and discuss the questions in the letter. It’s that simple! By providing a good listening ear and constructive feedback, you can play a crucial role in your child’s success.
Social Studies: We will begin Chapter 8: The Road to War. We will discuss the Stamp Act, Townsend Act and the Boston Massacre.
Special Announcements:
· FYI…Our field trip to Stone Mountain has been moved to Thursday, April 30th, 2009. We will not be staying for the laser show but it will still be an ALL day field trip. More information to come later.
· The Westminster Elementary Junior Beta Club is sponsoring a coat drive. We will collect coats for boys, girls, men and women of all sizes. Please make sure the coats are cleaned before sending them to school. The collection of coats will begin on January 12 and end on January 29. The coats will be distributed to families within our school first and then to other organization in Oconee County. If you know of a group or family in need of coats, please let Mrs. Cater or Mrs. Williams know.
Special Dates:
· January 12 – 29 Westminster Elementary Junior Beta Club Coat Drive
· January 26 – 4th grade Field Trip to Peace Center (9:30 am-2:30 pm)
· February 9 – Math & Science Night/Open House/Family Book Fair Night 5:00-7:00 pm
· February 13 – Student Holiday
· February 16 – Holiday or Inclement Weather Make Up Day
· February 18 – Progress Reports go home
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (more information to follow)
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
All-Stars of the Week
Jennifer
Mrs. Smith’s HR
Taysha
Mrs. Vargo’s
Tuesday, January 20, 2009
January 20th Newsletter
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, January 20, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: What are fractions? What are the numerator and denominator?
Science: What is a parallel and series circuit?
Language Arts: We will be reading Two Lands, One Heart. We will NOT have a Spelling Test due to our short week and MAP testing. MAP Reading Test on Thursday! Please be sure your child has plenty of sleep and a healthy breakfast!
Social Studies: We will continue our discussion of the French & Indian War. Chapter 7 test Wednesday!
Special Announcements:
· Please be sure to send in $10.00 for the field trip by Wednesday, January 21st.
· School makes paying for school lunches EASY! With myLunchMoney, giving your kids lunch money couldn’t be easier. The SERVICE is easy-to-use, convenient, private and secure. Simply go to www.myLunchMoney.com to enroll and start using the site to deposit funds into your child’s lunch account. Once your account is established, you can check balances and fund the account anytime from your home computer, phone or fax. Your child’s information is safe- it stays at school. Your personal and payment card information is protected by the most advanced Internet security. Please note : There is $1.95 fee charged to your debit or credit card per transaction. For more information about how to use this exciting new service, call 800-479-3531 or visit wwwLunchMoney.com.
· The office of Operations for the School District of Oconee County will share the long range building plans for each area. Dr. Michael Thorsland will share Dr. Ken Stevenson’s long range facilities report, the survey results and field questions from attendees. Interested persons may attend any or all of the meetings. Feb. 23rd, 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium; Feb. 26th, 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium; March 2nd, 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium; March 3rd, 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
Special Dates:
· January 21 – Field Trip Money Due ($10:00)
· January 21 - Report Cards go home
· January 26 – 4th grade Field Trip to Peace Center (9:30 am-2:30 pm)
· February 9 – Math & Science Night/Open House/Family Book Fair Night 5:00-7:00 pm
· February 13 – Student Holiday
· February 16 – Holiday or Inclement Weather Make Up Day
· February 18 – Progress Reports go home
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (more information to follow)
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
All-Stars of the Week
Amber R.
Mrs. Smith’s HR
Stephanie
Mrs. Vargo’s
Monday, January 20, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: What are fractions? What are the numerator and denominator?
Science: What is a parallel and series circuit?
Language Arts: We will be reading Two Lands, One Heart. We will NOT have a Spelling Test due to our short week and MAP testing. MAP Reading Test on Thursday! Please be sure your child has plenty of sleep and a healthy breakfast!
Social Studies: We will continue our discussion of the French & Indian War. Chapter 7 test Wednesday!
Special Announcements:
· Please be sure to send in $10.00 for the field trip by Wednesday, January 21st.
· School makes paying for school lunches EASY! With myLunchMoney, giving your kids lunch money couldn’t be easier. The SERVICE is easy-to-use, convenient, private and secure. Simply go to www.myLunchMoney.com to enroll and start using the site to deposit funds into your child’s lunch account. Once your account is established, you can check balances and fund the account anytime from your home computer, phone or fax. Your child’s information is safe- it stays at school. Your personal and payment card information is protected by the most advanced Internet security. Please note : There is $1.95 fee charged to your debit or credit card per transaction. For more information about how to use this exciting new service, call 800-479-3531 or visit wwwLunchMoney.com.
· The office of Operations for the School District of Oconee County will share the long range building plans for each area. Dr. Michael Thorsland will share Dr. Ken Stevenson’s long range facilities report, the survey results and field questions from attendees. Interested persons may attend any or all of the meetings. Feb. 23rd, 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium; Feb. 26th, 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium; March 2nd, 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium; March 3rd, 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
Special Dates:
· January 21 – Field Trip Money Due ($10:00)
· January 21 - Report Cards go home
· January 26 – 4th grade Field Trip to Peace Center (9:30 am-2:30 pm)
· February 9 – Math & Science Night/Open House/Family Book Fair Night 5:00-7:00 pm
· February 13 – Student Holiday
· February 16 – Holiday or Inclement Weather Make Up Day
· February 18 – Progress Reports go home
· February 23 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm West-Oak Auditorium
· February 26 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Tamassee-Salem Auditorium
· February 27 – Family Movie Night (more information to follow)
· March 2 – SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Seneca High Auditorium
· March 2-6 - Kindergarten Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
· March 3 - SDOC Long Range Building Plans Informational Meeting 7:00 pm Walhalla High Auditorium
· March 3 – Pre-K Registration for 2009-2010 School Year (be sure to bring birth certificate, social security card, immunization record and proof of address)
All-Stars of the Week
Amber R.
Mrs. Smith’s HR
Stephanie
Mrs. Vargo’s
Tuesday, January 13, 2009
January 5th Newsletter
4th Grade All-Stars
Monday, January 5, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: We will review multiplication, area, and perimeter. How do we multiply whole numbers? What is area and perimeter?
Science: We are going to start back our unit on electricity and light. How is electricity a form of energy and how can be transformed? What are the components of a complete circuit? What is a series and parallel circuit? What are conductors?
Language Arts: We will be reading Stealing Home. Our focus will be identifying similarities and differences between characters, setting and plot. We will also write a summary of our story. Our spelling words focus on unusual plural forms of words. We will also distinguish between singular and plural nouns. Please note our Spelling Test and Comprehension Clicker Quiz for our story will both be on THURSDAYS unless otherwise noted!
Social Studies: We will begin Chapter 7 and discussion of the Spanish and French colonies. We will also begin to discuss the French and Indian War.
Special Announcements:
· We trust you all had a great Christmas and a Happy New Year! We are looking forward to getting back into our routines this week. Thank you for all of your help in 2008 and we look forward to great new year filled with lots of learning!
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For more information about how to use this exciting new service, call 800-479-3531 or visit wwwLunchMoney.com.
Special Dates:
· January 19 – Martin Luther King Holiday (No School)
· January 21 – Report Cards go home
All-Stars of the Week
Dustin Mrs. Smith’s HR
Nicolas Mrs. Vargo’s HR
Monday, January 5, 2009
(Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Vargo)
Week At A Glance:
Math: We will review multiplication, area, and perimeter. How do we multiply whole numbers? What is area and perimeter?
Science: We are going to start back our unit on electricity and light. How is electricity a form of energy and how can be transformed? What are the components of a complete circuit? What is a series and parallel circuit? What are conductors?
Language Arts: We will be reading Stealing Home. Our focus will be identifying similarities and differences between characters, setting and plot. We will also write a summary of our story. Our spelling words focus on unusual plural forms of words. We will also distinguish between singular and plural nouns. Please note our Spelling Test and Comprehension Clicker Quiz for our story will both be on THURSDAYS unless otherwise noted!
Social Studies: We will begin Chapter 7 and discussion of the Spanish and French colonies. We will also begin to discuss the French and Indian War.
Special Announcements:
· We trust you all had a great Christmas and a Happy New Year! We are looking forward to getting back into our routines this week. Thank you for all of your help in 2008 and we look forward to great new year filled with lots of learning!
Announcing...myLunchMoney
School makes paying for school lunches EASY!
With myLunchMoney, giving your kids lunch money couldn’t be easier. The SERVICE is easy-to-use, convenient, private and secure. Simply go to www.myLunchMoney.com to enroll and start using the site to deposit funds into your child’s lunch account. Once your account is established, you can check balances and fund the account anytime from your home computer, phone or fax. Your child’s information is safe- it stays at school. Your personal and payment card information is protected by the most advanced Internet security. Please note : There is $1.95 fee charged to your debit or credit card per transaction.
For more information about how to use this exciting new service, call 800-479-3531 or visit wwwLunchMoney.com.
Special Dates:
· January 19 – Martin Luther King Holiday (No School)
· January 21 – Report Cards go home
All-Stars of the Week
Dustin Mrs. Smith’s HR
Nicolas Mrs. Vargo’s HR
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