Newsletter - September 30th - October 4th

Math: Students will work on Lessons 21-25 this week.  

Reading: Our main story this week is The Raft.  Students will be working on identifying characters, events, and character's reactions to those events along with working on Inferences.

Book Report:  Mystery
Due: Thursday, October 17th
When reading their book, students should take notes on these items: main character, setting, conflict, supporting characters, rising action, connections, climax and resolution, and finally their personal review.  To find the notes page click here: Notes for Mystery Story
The back side of the Notes page is due by October 4th.
First typed review due October 11th.
Final copy due October 17th.
The final report will be typed in their Google Drive using a document I have created and shared with them. 

Art: Please view your child's Animation project with them.  They are looking great!  If their project is not linked to the blog, look for it soon, they will be finishing them this week.

Chapel Buddies: This week the 4th graders helped the Kindergartners to make an apple booklet.  The book works on studying the words: in, above, through, between, outside, and inside. 

Library Days: Each Tuesday the 4th graders are able to select two reading books of their choice.  Please note that books need to be turned in by 8:20 a.m. Tuesday morning.
To search books in our CCLS Library please use this link: CCLS Library 

Take time to worship with your family this weekend.
CCLS partners with five Lutheran Churches in the area.
I hope you can attend one of these churches or a different church of your choice. 
Concordia
Glendale
Mt. Calvary 
Prince of Peace
Webster Gardens

Scholastic Book Club: You may place book orders online through Scholastic Book Club through Tuesday, September 30th.  Check out the catalog online.  Please use our parent code to log in and order your books.  There is also a scholastic link to the Book Club page on the ride side of this blog.  Happy Reading!
Parent Code: J3XC6

See what students are learning in Music with Mrs. Killian.  Remember to have your child practice their recorder a little each night. :)  

Check out Mrs. Brannan's blog for updates on memory work, spelling lists, field trips, and much more!

Save those BOX TOPS!
Each class will compete to collect the most box tops for the school.  The box tops are collected and turned in for money used to support the school.

Important Dates

October 6th - CCLS Sunday at Concordia Lutheran Church
October 10th - @ Middle School to meet George Washington and others from Colonial Williamsburg
October 11th - End of First Quarter
October 19th - Report Card Released; Fall Parties
October 21st - Field Trip to Missouri Botanical Gardens
October 22nd - 12:00 p.m. Dismissal Student-Led Conferences
October 23rd-25th - No School; Lutheran Education Conference

November 4th-7th - Scholastic Book Fair
November 10th - CCLS Sunday at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
November 27th-29th - NO School Thanksgiving Break

December 4th or 5th - Santa's Workshop
December 16th - Advent Service at Concordia Lutheran Church, 7 p.m.
December 20th - Little Sisters of the Poor/Crown Candy Field Trip, Christmas Parties, Last Day of Second Quarter
December 23rd-January 3rd - NO School, Christmas Break

Failure Leads to Success - Animations

How Failure Leads to Success
These animations were created to tell a 4th grader's story about a personal experience when they failed first, tried again, and succeeded.
Enjoy!

Mrs. Brannan's Class
EA
2
MB
LB
Basketball - AH
Volleyball - PCH
Soccer - PGH
Scooter - EM
Dog - AM
Rapunzel and Her Full Hair - GM
Gymnastics - SM
Baseball - BP
KS
Bike Rikding - TS
Awesome Archery - VS
Baseball - DS
Spider - ES
GT's Dragons


Mrs. Endorf's Class
Baseball - NB
Soccer - MC
Baseball - KC
Learning to Walk - DD
Cartwheel - CD
Baseball - JF
Underwater Flip - EG
Long Walk - IH
Cartwheels - LH
PH
Basketball- CK
Baseball - CK
Learning to Walk - LK
14
Basketball - AN
Volleyball - SS
Basketball - AV
Soccer - NW
Dance - HW

Newsletter September 23rd-27th

Math: Students will complete Lessons 19 and 20.  Then, there will be a Review Wednesday for a Test Thursday.  Friday will be our Investigation with Perimeter.

Reading: Our theme this week is Astronauts.  We will be working on Identifying Character Traits. There will be a review Thursday for a comprehension test on Friday. 

Book Report:  Mystery
Due: Thursday, October 17th
When reading their book, students should take notes on these items: main character, setting, conflict, supporting characters, rising action, connections, climax and resolution, and finally their personal review.  To find the notes page click here: Notes for Mystery Story
The first side of the Notes page is due by September 27th.
The back side of the Notes page is due by October 4th.
First typed review due October 11th.
Final copy due October 17th.
The final report will be typed in their Google Drive using a document I have created and shared with them. 

Art: We are completing projects on how "Failure Leads to Success" with an animation movie using WeVideo.  If you are able to connect at home to the Internet have your student show you their progress on their animation.

Soon we will begin our Louise Nevelson project.  Great Job on collecting items for their Louise Nevelson artwork!  If you would still like to make any donations for this project here are a few more ideas: different shaped pastas are always a great find, wooden pieces of all sizes, nails, corks, and other random items.

Christian Character Development: In our study of Christian Character Development we discussed how friendships are like Apples.  We have different levels of friendships: the outer layer is like getting to know a new friend, the inside, or the meat of the apple are your closer friends, and the core of the apple are your best friends.  We discussed how friends can go between the different levels depending on if you move to a new city, you grow apart, or develop different interests.  Also, we discussed how God uses the Holy Spirit in our lives to work in our heart's and our friend's hearts when we have troubles in our relationships.

Chapel Buddies: This week the 4th graders took time this week to play "high, low" a card game teaching the Kindergartners about comparing numbers.

Library Days: Each Tuesday the 4th graders are able to select two reading books of their choice.  Please note that books need to be turned in by 8:20 a.m. Tuesday morning.
To search books in our CCLS Library please use this link: CCLS Library 

Take time to worship with your family this weekend.
CCLS partners with five Lutheran Churches in the area.
I hope you can attend one of these churches or a different church of your choice. 
Concordia
Glendale
Mt. Calvary 
Prince of Peace
Webster Gardens

Scholastic Book Club: You may place book orders online through Scholastic Book Club through Tuesday, September 30th.  Check out the catalog online.  Please use our parent code to log in and order your books.  There is also a scholastic link to the Book Club page on the ride side of this blog.  Happy Reading!
Parent Code: J3XC6

See what students are learning in Music with Mrs. Killian.  Remember to have your child practice their recorder a little each night. :)  

Check out Mrs. Brannan's blog for updates on memory work, spelling lists, field trips, and much more!

Save those BOX TOPS!
Each class will compete to collect the most box tops for the school.  The box tops are collected and turned in for money used to support the school.

Important Dates

October 6th - CCLS Sunday at Concordia Lutheran Church
October 10th - @ Middle School to meet George Washington and others from Colonial Williamsburg
October 11th - End of First Quarter
October 19th - Report Card Released; Fall Parties
October 21st - Field Trip to Missouri Botanical Gardens
October 22nd - 12:00 p.m. Dismissal Student-Led Conferences
October 23rd-25th - No School; Lutheran Education Conference

November 4th-7th - Scholastic Book Fair
November 10th - CCLS Sunday at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
November 27th-29th - NO School Thanksgiving Break

December 4th or 5th - Santa's Workshop
December 16th - Advent Service at Concordia Lutheran Church, 7 p.m.
December 20th - Little Sisters of the Poor/Crown Candy Field Trip, Christmas Parties, Last Day of Second Quarter
December 23rd-January 3rd - NO School, Christmas Break

Newsletter September 16th-20th

Math: Monday will be used as a review for a test on Tuesday.  Then they will complete Lessons 16-18.

Reading: We will continue to work with the theme "Our National Parks".  The students will be working on main idea and supporting details.  Also, we will be working on concepts needed to complete their book report.

Book Report: Students should have their mystery book selected.
Due: Thursday, October 17th
When reading their book, students should take notes on these items: main character, setting, conflict, supporting characters, rising action, connections, climax and resolution, and finally their personal review.  To find the notes page click here: Notes for Mystery Story
The final report will be typed in their Google Drive using a document I have created and shared with them. 

Art: We are completing projects on how "Failure Leads to Success" with an animation movie using WeVideo.  If you are able to connect at home to the Internet have your student show you their progress on their animation.

Soon we will begin our Louise Nevelson project.  Great Job on collecting items for their Louise Nevelson artwork!  If you would still like to make any donations for this project here are a few more ideas: different shaped pastas are always a great find, wooden pieces of all sizes, nails, corks, and other random items.

Christian Character Development: In our study of Christian Character Development we discussed the history of September 11th and the effects on our country still today, 12 years later. We also discussed how Christians are able to find strength in God's word during times of uncertainty and turmoil. 

Chapel Buddies: This week the 4th graders took time teach their chapel buddy about taking turns and following rules while playing a board game.

Library Days: Each Tuesday the 4th graders are able to select two reading books of their choice.  Please note that books need to be turned in by 8:20 a.m. Tuesday morning.
To search books in our CCLS Library please use this link: CCLS Library 

Scholastic Book Club: You may place book orders online through Scholastic Book Club through Tuesday, September 30th.  Check out the catalog online.  Please use our parent code to log in and order your books.  There is also a scholastic link to the Book Club page on the ride side of this blog.  Happy Reading!
Parent Code: J3XC6

See what students are learning in Music with Mrs. Killian.  Remember to have your child practice their recorder a little each night. :)  

Check out Mrs. Brannan's blog for updates on memory work, spelling lists, field trips, and much more!

Save those BOX TOPS!
Each class will compete to collect the most box tops for the school.  The box tops are collected and turned in for money used to support the school.

Important Dates

October 6th - CCLS Sunday at Concordia Lutheran Church
October 10th - @ Middle School to meet George Washington and others from Colonial Williamsburg
October 11th - End of First Quarter
October 19th - Report Card Released; Fall Parties
October 21st - Field Trip to Missouri Botanical Gardens
October 22nd - 12:00 p.m. Dismissal Student-Led Conferences
October 23rd-25th - No School; Lutheran Education Conference

November 4th-7th - Scholastic Book Fair
November 10th - CCLS Sunday at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
November 27th-29th - NO School Thanksgiving Break

December 4th or 5th - Santa's Workshop
December 16th - Advent Service at Concordia Lutheran Church, 7 p.m.
December 20th - Little Sisters of the Poor/Crown Candy Field Trip, Christmas Parties, Last Day of Second Quarter
December 23rd-January 3rd - NO School, Christmas Break

Newsletter September 9th-13th

Math: Students will complete Lessons 12-16.

Reading: Our theme this week is "Our National Parks."  The students will be working on main idea and supporting details.

Book Report: Our first book report will be a mystery story.  Please help your child select a book that is on their readability level.  No A-Z Mystery stories for the book report.  They will have this week to find their book and begin reading their story.  In class they will receive handouts for what they need to complete for their book report.  The directions will be posted here soon.
To search books in our CCLS Library please use this link: CCLS Library 

Tuesday is our Library day.  Please return all books by 8:20 a.m. Tuesday.  Students may check out two books at one time.  

Art: We are completing our projects on how Failure Leads to Success with an animation.

It is time to begin our Louise Nevelson project.  We must have these items to create the artwork.  Louise Nevelson was an artist who took items that may appear like trash to some people and created beautiful sculptures with them.  Your mission is to find pieces of plastics, woods, and metals that can be painted.  For example: bolts, screws, wine corks, puzzle pieces, buttons, small wooden objects, pasta, trinkets from a dollar store or garage sale are always popular.  Whatever you can find that meets these needs will be greatly appreciated to begin our projects.

Christian Character Development: In our study of Christian Character Development we discussed what information is safe and unsafe to use on the Internet.  This year we will have opportunities to communicate with other classes via the Internet.  Students are learning about personal and private information and how we can live in a Christian Community while participating online.

Chapel Buddies: The 4th graders spent time this week reading with their chapel buddies.

Scholastic Book Club: You may place book orders order online through Scholastic Book Club through Tuesday, September 30th.  Check out the catalog online. Please use our parent code to log in and order your books.  There is also a link to scholastic book on the right side of this blog.  Happy Reading!
Parent Code: J3CX6

Picture Day - Say "Cheese"
Monday, September 9th Individual Photos
Tuesday, September 10th Class Photo in the church

See what the students are leaning with Mrs. Killian in music class.

Check out Mrs. Brannan's blog for updates on memory work, spelling, and much more!!

Save those BOX TOPS!
Each class will compete to collect the most box tops for the school.  The box tops are collected and turned in for money used to support the school.


Important Dates:
Monday, September 9th - Picture Day
Thursday, September 12th - Exploring cities around St. Louis Field TripMonday, October 21st - Missouri Botanical Gardens 

CCLS Sunday, September 8th at Webster Gardens

CCLS Sunday
Webster Gardens Lutheran Church





This Sunday CCLS will celebrate our partnership with The Lutheran Church of Webster Gardens.  K-4th grade will be singing at the beginning and end of the 10:45 a.m. service.  Please have your child to church at 10:15 a.m.  Also, between the 8 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. service Mr. and Mrs. Dressen will be honored for the years of service at CCLS.  Come celebrate and worship together!

See you there!

Newsletter September 3rd-6th

Math: Tuesday we will have our first test review.  The students will have an opportunity in class to take a practice test then we will all go over answers together.  To help your child study please look at the review and to make different problems change the numbers and the story line on word problems.  Wednesday will be our first test.  Then we will have a break from our normal lesson structure to work on number lines and subtraction with nines. 

Reading: Our theme this week is "Adapting to Survive".  We will be focusing on the reading skill of choosing the main idea and supporting details.  The students will practice during the week and have a skill review on Friday.  Practice at home by reading a paragraph, have them choose the main idea and two or three supporting details--this can be done from a book they are currently reading or a fun story that interests them. Our main story this week is "A Walk in the Desert".

Tuesday will be our first Library day.  Each student is allowed two books to check out at a time.  If a book is lost there is a fine of $5 for paperback books and $10 for hardcover books.  Books are due at the beginning of the day on Tuesdays.  

Art: We are completing our projects on how Failure Leads to Success with an animation.

Looking ahead at our next project we need some materials.  Louise Nevelson was an artist who took items that may appear like trash to some people and created beautiful sculptures with them.  Your mission is to find pieces of plastics, woods, and metals that can be painted.  For example: bolts, screws, wine corks, puzzle pieces, buttons, small wooden objects, trinkets from a dollar store or garage sale are always popular.  Whatever you can find that meets these needs will be greatly appreciated to begin our projects.

Christian Character Development: In our study of Christian Character Development we discussed how we have responsibilities online and offline to our self, our family and friends, and to the larger community. 

Chapel Buddies: The 4th graders spent time this week reading with their chapel buddies.

Scholastic Book Club: You may place book orders order online through Scholastic Book Club through Tuesday, September 30th.  Check out the catalog online. Please use our parent code to log in and order your books.  There is also a link to scholastic book on the right side of this blog.  Happy Reading!
Parent Code: J3CX6

See what the students are leaning with Mrs. Killian in music class.

Check out Mrs. Brannan's blog for updates on memory work, spelling, and much more!!

Save those BOX TOPS!
Each class will compete to collect the most box tops for the school.  The box tops are collected and turned in for money used to support the school.




Important Dates:
Monday, October 21st - Missouri Botanical Gardens