Saturday, March 31, 2012

April 2 Newsletter

Reminders:
  • Bake Sale this Wednesday
  • Report Cards go home on Wednesday
  • No School on Thursday!
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012

Wednesday, March 28

What a beautiful day, a little windy, but beautiful! There is an announcement in the pink note that there is no school next Thursday, April 5. The staff is using this day for Professional Development, in preparation for the next school year. Enjoy a nice long Easter Break!

Here is a recap of our day:

Reading - we read pages 494-499 in class today

Math L 115 due 3/29 and quiz on Monday 4/2

Grammar - pages 49-50 due 3/29

Social Studies - Ch. 3 review sheet due tomorrow 3/29 and ch. 3 test on 4/3

Bible - new memory verse is Matthew 6:9-13 due 4/4

Tuesday, March 27, 2012

Tuesday, March 27

Here is a recap of our day:

Reading - Sign of the Beaver ch. 20-25 due tomorrow

Math - L 114 due 3/8 and quiz 4/2

Writing/Grammar - Sign of the Beaver ch. 20-25 vocabulary and questions due 3/28 and Grammar p. 47-48 due 3/28

Spelling - p. 82 due 3/28 and test Friday 3/30

Social Studies - Review Sheet ch. 3 due 3/29 and ch. 3 test 4/3

Bible - James 1:19-22 due 3/28

Friday, March 23, 2012

Friday, March 23

We have wrapped up another school week. The students were troopers this week working through the hot, uncomfortable temperatures. It is suppose to cool down this weekend. I'm ready for some "normal" spring weather!

Here is a recap of our day:

Reading - Sign of the Beaver ch 20-25 due 2/28

Math - Jump Start Homework Section L 111 due 2/26 and took test # 11 today

Writing - Sign of the Beaver ch. 20-25 vocabulary and questions due 2/28

Spelling - test today

Social Studies - read part of 3.8 and began taking notes - chapter 3 test 4/2

Bible - James 1:19-22 3/38

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Wednesday, March 21, 2012

Wednesday, March 21

Whew - this heat is something else. By the afternoon we are all a bit lethargic and tired from the warmth and heat. We are plugging along, like always, and getting the things done that we need to :)

Here is a recap of our day:

Reading - students received Sign of the Beaver ch. 20-25 today - due 3/28. We also read "The Gold Coin" in class today pg. 450-459. We are learning about Fables/Folktales this week, focusing on the Author's Purpose.

Math - L 110 due 3/22 in 6th grade we learned how to use a compass and measuring radius and diameter. Test on Friday 3/23

Writing - Sign of the Beaver ch. 20-25 vocabulary and questions due 3/28

Spelling - pg. 79-80 due tomorrow 3/22

Social Studies - we finished notes on 3.7 today - Canada's resources and industry

Bible - students said their verse today - new verse due 3/28 James 1:19-21

Monday, March 19, 2012

Monday, March 19

We are back in our routine! Iowa Tests under our belt and 3 weeks until Spring Break. We have our work cut out for us!

Here is a recap of our day:

Reading - read pages 448-449 in class and completed p. 191 in our work book - Author's Purpose. We read a fable

Math - L 108 due 3/20 and test 3/23

Writing - vocabulary p. 192 due 3/20

Spelling - pretest today on Related Words and test on Friday 3/23

Social Studies - took notes on 3.6 and 3.7, read 3.7 and comprehension check 3 G and H due tomorrow 3/20

Bible - II Timothy 3:16-17 due 3/21

Friday, March 16, 2012

Friday, March 16

What a gorgeous day! Praising God for keeping us safe during the storms last night. Praying for those affected by the storms. Members of our church, in Ann Arbor, were affected by the storm. They are safe and minimal damage was done to their house. Many in the Dexter area were not so fortunate. Taking solace in the knowledge that our God is a sovereign God and in control of ALL things!

We finished the Iowa Tests today - a cheer can be heard around the world! Students were troopers and finished well - thank you for all your hard work and effort! Because of their hard work and effort, the students have little work to complete over the weekend. No Sign of the Beaver due next week :) Here is what is coming up:

Math - quiz today and L 107 due Monday

Social Studies - turned in State Report notes today

Bible - II Timothy 3:16-17 due 3/21

Have a splendid weekend!

Thursday, March 15, 2012

March 19 Newsletter

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Thursday, March 15

Another day of testing under our belt; just one more to go! The students have been doing great this week and I appreciate it so much!

Don't forget to turn in the slip for the Mackinaw trip and if you are interested in being a chaperone!

Here is a recap of our day:

Reading and Writing - no Sign of the Beaver this week - a break during the Iowa Tests :)

Math - L 106 due 3/16 and quiz tomorrow 3/16

Spelling - no test this week

Social Studies - State Report Notes are due tomorrow 3/16

Bible - new verse is II Timothy 3:16-17 due 3/21

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

Wednesday, March 14

Iowa Testing Day 3 under our belt! Once again the students were real troopers today! I appreciate their effort on these test days. I know it easy for them!

Here is a recap of our day and what is due:

Reading and Writing - Sign of the Beaver ch. 16-19 and vocabulary and questions due 3/15

Math - L 105 due 3/15 and quiz 3/16

Spelling - no test this week :)

Social Studies - state report notes due Friday 3/16

Bible - new memory verse II Timothy 3:16-17

An informational note about our Mackinaw trip went home today. If you did not get your copy it is posted on the blog. Let me know if you need another copy!

Mackinaw Information Letter - 3/14/12


An informational note about Mackinaw went home with you student today. If you did not receive it here is a copy of it:

Dear Parents,

Our trip to Mackinaw is scheduled for May 30, 31, and June 1. Right now I need two pieces of information from you to make final plans for our trip:

1. Whether or not your child will or will not be going with us on our trip. Please fill out the form at the bottom or e-mail me. Final cost of the trip has not yet been finalized. My guess would be between $40-$50 per student plus the cost of two meals while traveling and spending money. Please do not let the cost stand in the way. Let me know if this is a concern.

2. If you would like to chaperone the trip. No siblings are allowed on the trip. Being a chaperone entails responsibilities on the trip:

a. drive on the trip

b. oversee/in charge of assigned students in your hotel room and on our expeditions. (may be the same group as in your room)

c. supporting the teacher by following and abiding by all trip guidelines

If you are interested in being a chaperone please let me know in writing or by e-mail (rlvanderlaan@yahoo.com) by Friday, March 16. This year if more volunteer than we will need chaperones will be chosen by lottery. I will let you know by Monday, March 19 if you were chosen. In past years adults have been able to join the Mackinaw trip as participants; paying for their trip. This option will not be available this year.

I am so excited about this trip. I know the students look forward to the experience and the fun we will have. Remember that this trip is for the students and I am trying to make it a memorable and great experience for them.

In Christ,

Mrs. Rachel Arnold

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__________________________________

(student name)

_____ will be going to Mackinaw

_____ will not be going to Mackinaw

Please return by Friday, March 16 – Thank You!

Tuesday, March 13, 2012

Tuesday, March 13

Day 2 of Iowa Tests under our belt! The students were real troopers today as we completed test in both the morning and afternoon - thank you for your effort and cooperation!

BAKE SALE TOMORROW - 6TH GRADE SUPPLYING THE BAKED GOODS THIS MONTH

Here is a recap of our day and what is coming up:

Reading - Sign of the Beaver ch. 16-19 due 3/15

Math - L 104 due 3/14 and quiz 3/16

Spelling - no test this week :)

Writing - Sign of the Beaver ch. 16-19 vocabulary and questions due 3/15

Social Studies - State report notes due Friday 3/16

Bible - memory verse tomorrow - Joshua 1:7-9


Monday, March 12, 2012

Monday, March 12

Our week of Iowa Tests have begun! We completed two tests today and will continue on with more tomorrow. Reminder that there is no spelling test this week because of Iowa Tests. Wednesday is our next bake sale. Sixth grade is supplying the baked goods this month.

Here is a recap of our day:

Reading - Sign of the Beaver ch. 16-19 is due on Thursday 3/15

Math - L 103 due 3/13 and quiz 3/16

Writing - Sign of the Beaver ch. 16-19 vocabulary and questions due 3/15

Social Studies - State Report notes due Friday 3/16

Bible - Joshua 1:7-9 due 3/14

Friday, March 9, 2012

Friday, March 9 & March 12 Newsletter

What a successful Science Fair!! I was so good to see so many people at the Science Fair last night. I loved watching the students "show off" their projects and explain what they had been working on for the past few months! Thank you for your help and support during this time. We couldn't do it without you! Yesterday was a busy day, with a lot going on - as usual. Today we are having our Class Store this afternoon. Students can use the classroom money they have been "earning" to purchase items and coupons for different "privileges" i.e.: stay in from recess one time, not having to do one Math Review lesson, a snack for the whole class, etc. Everyone is very excited about all the possibilities! :)

Here is the latest newsletter. Don't forget that it is Iowa testing next week and no spelling test next week!


Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Wednesday, March 7

Here is a recap of our day:

Reading - read pages 428-445 in Reading book due 3/8. Sign of the Beaver ch. 16-19 due 3/14

Math L 100 due 3/8 and test 3/9

Writing - Sign of the Beaver ch. 16-19

Spelling - pages 75-76 due 3/8

Science - set up projects for judging

Social Studies - state information sheets due 3/16

Bible - Joshua 1:7-9

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Tuesday, March 6

We did our Science Project presentations today and they all did a fabulous job! The students gave their presentations for the 7th and 8th grade class and then in turn listed to theirs. It was so interesting to hear about all the other projects. Thursday evening is the Science Fair at 6 PM. The projects will all be upstairs; displayed in the classrooms. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Here is a recap of our day:

Reading - Sign of the Beaver ch. 12-15 due 3/7

Math - L 99 due 3/7 and test 3/9

Writing - Sign of the Beaver ch. 12-15 vocabulary and questions due 3/7

Spelling - test 3/9

Science - presentations today and Science Fair Thursday evening

Social Studies - 3 books about their state due 3/7

Bible - Exodus 20:12-17 due 3/7

Monday, March 5, 2012

Monday, March 5

Here is a recap of our day:

Reading - Sign of the Beaver ch. 12-15 due 3/7. In class we read pages 426-427, about the Incas. Vocabulary p. 182 due 3/6

Math - L 98 due 3/6 and test 3/9

Writing - Sign of the Beaver ch. 12-15 vocabulary and questions due 3/7

Spelling - pretest today, test 3/9

Science - practicing for our presentations tomorrow - will have some time in class tomorrow to practice too

Social Studies - students need 3 books about their state by Wednesday 3/7

Bible - Exodus 20:12-17 due 3/7


Saturday, March 3, 2012

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Friday, March 2

I have an amazing group of students! They worked so hard on their display boards and presentations today. Will finish up on Monday and Tuesday afternoon they will be making their project presentations in the afternoon. I am so excited and can't wait to see the finished projects! Don't forget that the Science Fair in Thursday evening from 6-8 PM. We will see you there!

Here is a recap of our day and what is coming up next week:

Reading - Sign of the Beaver ch. 12-15 due 3/7

Math - Lesson 97 due 3/5 and we took quiz # 10 today. Jump Start HW Section L 96 due 3/5

Writing - Sign of the Beaver ch. 12-15 vocabulary and questions dues 3/7

Spelling - test today :)

Social Studies - students will need three books from the library about their state - by Wednesday

Science - Science Fair on Thursday!

Bible - Exodus 20:12-17 due 3/7

Thursday, March 1, 2012

Thursday, March 1

Happy First Day of March! Where did February go?! Students worked so hard today on their science projects; finishing their conclusions and cutting and gluing the pieces for their display board. Tomorrow we will work on their display boards and start working on their oral presentations which will be Tuesday.

Here is a recap of our day:

Reading - Sign of the Beaver ch. 12-15 due 3/7

Math - L 96 due 3/2 and quiz on 3/2

Writing - Sign of the Beaver ch. 12-15 vocabulary and questions due 3/7

Spelling - test tomorrow 3/2

Science - projects!

Bible - Exodus 20:12-17 due 3/7

all correct and returns are due tomorrow 3/2

next bake sale is 3/14