Wednesday, February 24, 2016
Illuminated Manuscript Project:
1. Sketch an illuminated letter.
2. Find the origin of the letter and write where it comes from and when it started being used.
3. Show a visual timeline of how the letter has changed over its lifespan from the beginning to today.
4. Final copy of illuminated letter with color pencil or marker.
Classroom Notes
Just a few reminders this week--
-We are heading to Zenger Farm Friday! Please make sure your child dresses for the weather. We will be outside most of the day; rain, or shine. Also, be sure to pack lunches in an appropriate carrying case. Students will carry their lunches to and from the farm. We are leaving first thing in the morning so please be on time. We’re looking forward to a great day of learning!
-OBOB tournament this Friday, after school. Make sure you pack a snack!
-Next Wednesday, March 2nd is Read Across America & Dr. Seuss' Birthday. Please look for an invitation next week.
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Classroom Notes
Thank you to everyone who supplied goodies for our Valentine’s party. The kids had a blast and I’m hoping they weren’t too sick Friday evening :) This week in math, we continue our work with fractions. I am hoping that we can complete a math sample by the end of next week. We will soon begin our new geometry unit. We are halfway through our read aloud novel, Jaguar Stones. The kids are totally loving it! We are also beginning a new calligraphy exhibition. The kids have received a very fancy, edged calligraphy pen and we are spending time getting comfortable with them. And now, some reminders...
Reminders: Wednesday is late opening so school does not begin until 10:40am. Don’t forget this Friday, February 19th, the Lonesome Teacher Trio plays for the Lewis Family Dance. This is a fundraiser for Science Camp, so tell all of your friends and family. Next Thursday we have the vision screening so please be sure to send corrective lenses with students that wear glasses. We still need three parent chaperones for next Friday, February 26th. We are taking a trip to Zenger Farm. I’ll send out a reminder form as we get closer. Please let me know if you are interested in chaperoning.
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
Classroom Notes
We have another busy week here in Room 21! We finished our Garden rotation last week and this week we begin our Technology rotation. Students have tech every day this week, so be sure to ask them all about what they’re learning. We also have two classroom visits this week from several special guests. This Wednesday, Ms. Sarah and I are thrilled to welcome parent and Doula, Kate Fricke to our classroom.. She will be with us for about an hour in the am and then we have another presentation in the pm, brought to you by Sellwood Middle School.
Every year, Sellwood sends a few former Lewis students, along with the Vice Principal, to discuss life in Middle School. It’s a really fun way to get the kids excited about Middle School and it also gives our fifth graders the opportunity to ask any burning questions.
Don't forget-- we have our Valentine’s Day Party this Friday. Students are welcome to bring Valentines. We discussed the importance of making Valentines for ALL students in our classroom and planning ahead. We posted a snack sign-up sheet for the party and we still need a few things. Either stop by and sign up or have your child sign up for you. We still need sugar snap peas and apples. All snacks/ treats need to be store bought, nut free, and enough for 27 students. Please email or call if you have any questions.
Guest Speaker Wednesday
This Wednesday Ms. Sarah and I are thrilled to welcome parent and Doula, Kate Fricke. She will be giving a presentation about what she does and sharing information about childbirth. This will be age-appropriate information and should be a great learning experience for our students. If you have any question, or concerns, please let me know either by email at nspeer@pps.net, or phone@ 503-916-6360.
Monday, February 8, 2016
Thursday, February 4, 2016
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