Friday, January 21, 2011

Miss Pellin's Post
January 24th to January 28th



Matter Presentation: We will have an in school "field trip" about matter on Wed. 2/2. The cost of the presentation will be covered with the money from last years canceled field trip (when your child was in 2nd grade). 

Valentine's Day:  When buying Valentine's Day cards, please do not pick out ones that include candy.  Students will not be able to pass out any candy.

The Fourth Week of 2011 at School:
Science: We will finish our study of chapter 11 on matter.  There will be a chapter 11 test on Wednesday, January 26th.  Students will not be able to use their science textbooks during the test.

Social Studies: We will finish our study of culture and chapter 3 this week. We will focus on how immigrants adjusted to American life. We will be celebrating Culture Day on Thursday, January 27th and Friday, January 28th. Each student should be prepared to share something about his or her cultural heritage with the class. Please take a look at the Culture Day packet that was sent home with your child. Also, please note that students will not be able to bring in any food items. They may use pictures of food instead.

Math: This week we will have a "x8" multiplication test on Friday, January 28th. Students should be studying their "x8" facts every night. We will also begin our study of geometry in chapter 14.

Spelling: This week we will focus on List 14: homophones. The homework will be sent home Monday and due Friday. The graded test will be on Friday. 

Reading: We will practice the strategy of making connections while reading various books including Surfer Seal.


English: We will continue the study of verbs.
Things to Remember:
Wednesday 1/26:  There will be a science test.
Thursday 1/27: Students will present their culture day projects.
Friday 1/28: We will have a multiplication test and a spelling test. Students will present their culture day projects.


Contact Information:
E-Mail address:
mpellin@ccsd66.org
Voice mail: (630)783-5065