March 7th to March 11th
We have one ISAT test (Math Test III) left on Wednesday, March 9th. Here is some advice from Principal Schultz.
Parents can play an important role in getting students ready for these tests. Here are suggestions on how parents can help their children prepare for the ISATs:
1. Make sure your child gets a good night’s sleep before the tests
2. Make sure your child eats a healthy breakfast the days of the test
3. Let your child know that he or she should take the test seriously and do his or her best
4. Talk to your child about what to do while taking the test, including:
a. Paying attention to directions
b. Asking questions about directions if they are unclear
c. Reading each question carefully
d. Eliminating wrong answers right away, concentrating on remaining choices
e. Double checking answers
Please note that on March 15th there will be a Parent Connect meeting to learn more about how to interpret your child's MAPS scores.
There will be no school on Monday, March 6th due to Casimir Pulaski Day!
The Tenth Week of 2011 at School:
Science: We will finish our study of ecosystems in chapter 4. There will be a test on Thursday, March 10th.
Social Studies: We will continue to study Egypt. Students will learn about mummification.
Spelling: We will have spelling this week. We will be working on spelling list 17, which includes words with prefixes and suffixes. There will be a test on Friday, March 11th.
Reading: We will begin reading the chapter book Ramona Quimby, Age 8. While reading students will work on many reading strategies including finding the main idea, making connections, and sequencing.
English: This week we will begin the study of adjectives in unit 4.
Math: We will finish our study of probability in chapter 7. Look for a study guide to come home. There will be a test in the week of March 14th.
Students will take a mixed mad minute multiplication test on Tuesday, March 8th. Students need to complete 40 problems in four and a half minutes!
Things to Remember:
Monday 3/7: This is Casmir Pulaski Day. There will be no school.
Tuesday 3/8: There will be a multiplication test.
Thursday 3/10: There will be a science test.
Contact Information:
E-Mail address: mpellin@ccsd66.org
Voice mail: (630)783-5065
