Merry Christmas!
Friday, December 21, 2012
Tuesday, December 18, 2012
Away in a Manger on Recorders
Signing Christmas Carols at Little Sister of the Poor Home
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| A Special Thank You to Mrs. Killian for playing the piano with us while we sang our favorite Christmas songs! |
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| 4th graders loved playing their recorders! |
Friday, December 14, 2012
Newsletter December 17th-21st
Math: This week we will be completing lessons 53-55 with a final math test for quarter two on Friday. I am posting the videos to the math lessons on the blog and MyKoob for the students to learn from in a flipped classroom setting. I am able to work with each individual child to check for understanding and they are able to start a good portion of their homework in class.
Reading: Our theme this week is "Bright Ideas." We will be learning about the lives of Thomas Edison and Benjamin Franklin and how they made the world a "brighter" place. The students have prepared Vocabulary Presentations showing they know how to use the words we are reading this week.
Art: We finished Van Gogh "The Starry Night." They should be ready to go next week, they look amazing! Christmas time brings our crazy schedules, Monday we have a field trip and Friday we have our classroom Christmas parties. We continue learning about artists after the new year!
Character Development: This week we discussed expressing concern for others or showing someone else that you care about them either with words or actions.
Scholastic Book Orders: If you would like place a book order please us the link on the right hand side of the blog or go to Scholastic Books
When you order online, use the Parent Code: J3CX6
Field Trip: Monday, December 17th we will be doing a servant project to Little Sisters of the Poor singing Christmas Carols and giving them a Christmas gift. After the trip to Little Sisters we will be taking a short tour and receive a special treat from Crown Candy Kitchen.
Middle School Basketball Game: Tuesday, December 18th the 4th graders will visit the Middle School for a tour of classes, lunch and activities then we will cheer on the CCLS Boys Basketball team play St. Charles. We will leave around 11:45 a.m. and return before pick up Tuesday afternoon.
Kirkcare needs our help!
December 17th-21st: Boxes of cereal (either small individual packs or large boxes)
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!!
If you have any questions please feel free to ask, I know we all have busy schedules this time of year! Be safe :)
Reading: Our theme this week is "Bright Ideas." We will be learning about the lives of Thomas Edison and Benjamin Franklin and how they made the world a "brighter" place. The students have prepared Vocabulary Presentations showing they know how to use the words we are reading this week.
Art: We finished Van Gogh "The Starry Night." They should be ready to go next week, they look amazing! Christmas time brings our crazy schedules, Monday we have a field trip and Friday we have our classroom Christmas parties. We continue learning about artists after the new year!
Character Development: This week we discussed expressing concern for others or showing someone else that you care about them either with words or actions.
Scholastic Book Orders: If you would like place a book order please us the link on the right hand side of the blog or go to Scholastic Books
When you order online, use the Parent Code: J3CX6
Field Trip: Monday, December 17th we will be doing a servant project to Little Sisters of the Poor singing Christmas Carols and giving them a Christmas gift. After the trip to Little Sisters we will be taking a short tour and receive a special treat from Crown Candy Kitchen.
Middle School Basketball Game: Tuesday, December 18th the 4th graders will visit the Middle School for a tour of classes, lunch and activities then we will cheer on the CCLS Boys Basketball team play St. Charles. We will leave around 11:45 a.m. and return before pick up Tuesday afternoon.
Kirkcare needs our help!
December 17th-21st: Boxes of cereal (either small individual packs or large boxes)
See what the students are leaning with Mrs. Killian in music class.
Find out how you can help and attend!
Check out Mrs. Brannan's blog for updates on memory work, spelling, and much more!!
If you have any questions please feel free to ask, I know we all have busy schedules this time of year! Be safe :)
Friday, December 7, 2012
Newsletter December 10th-14th
Math: This week we will start with a review Monday and a test Tuesday, December 12th. Then we will do an investigation with Percents. Thursday and Friday we will work on adding and subtracting with more than 3 digits. Also, I am trying a new way to present lessons in math. Three days this week students have watched me teach a lesson that I previously recorded, take video notes, and complete practice problems. They have also been able to start and most completed their homework in class. I am able to answer questions and they can each work at their own pace. I have linked the videos to MyKoob through YouTube. If you would like to see how the lesson is taught please feel free to watch me teach!
Reading: Our theme this week is "Bright Ideas." We will be learning about the lives of Thomas Edison and Benjamin Franklin and how they made the world a "brighter" place.
Art: We finished Van Gogh "The Starry Night." Look for it in the hallways before Christmas. We will be working on several Christmas projects over the next two weeks. One project, a manger scene, we will take with us when we visit the Little Sisters of the Poor on Monday, December 17th. Look for these Christmas projects as we prepare our hearts for the coming King this season.
Character Development: This week we discussed comfortable and uncomfortable emotions or feelings. We listened to a story about a boy, Toby, who had uncomfortable feelings that he bottled up inside of him for one day and then felt like he was going to explode. We talked about healthy ways to express your feelings such as talking to a friend or an adult, drawing a picture, and writing in a journal.
Chapel Buddies: This week the fourth graders did a wonderful job helping the Kindergarten classes at Santa's Workshop.
Scholastic Book Orders: If you would like place a book order for a Christmas present please let me know and I can discretely give your order to you before or after school. Our next book order will be due Wednesday, December 12th.
When you order online, use the Parent Code: J3CX6
Raging River forms due Friday, December 14th. If you have them completed before December 14th please turn them into Mrs. Endorf.
Field Trip: Monday, December 17th we will be doing a servant project to Little Sisters of the Poor singing Christmas Carols and giving them a Christmas gift. After the trip to Little Sisters we will be taking a short tour and receive a special treat from Crown Candy Kitchen. If you would like to go with us on the trip, please let Mrs. Brannan know ASAP. Also, we would like to add candy to our Christmas gift bags, if you would please drop off one bag of candy for the gifts.
Middle School Basketball Game: Tuesday, December 18th the 4th graders will visit the Middle School for a tour of classes, lunch and activities then we will cheer on the CCLS Boys Basketball team play St. Charles. We will leave around 11:45 a.m. and return before pick up Tuesday afternoon.
Kirkcare needs our help! Our goal is 1,000 items to donate to Kirkcare this year.
December 3rd-7th: Paper Products, personal products (toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, shampoo, combs/brushes, etc.
December 10th-14th: Canned or boxed food items examples: tuna, chicken soup, boxed dinners, cerearl, granola bars, macaroni and cheese
December 17th-21st: Boxes of cereal (either small individual packs or large boxes)
These items may be delivered on any week. We have set a goal, help us reach it this Christmas Season.
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!!
If you have any questions please feel free to ask, I know we all have busy schedules this time of year! Be safe :)
Reading: Our theme this week is "Bright Ideas." We will be learning about the lives of Thomas Edison and Benjamin Franklin and how they made the world a "brighter" place.
Art: We finished Van Gogh "The Starry Night." Look for it in the hallways before Christmas. We will be working on several Christmas projects over the next two weeks. One project, a manger scene, we will take with us when we visit the Little Sisters of the Poor on Monday, December 17th. Look for these Christmas projects as we prepare our hearts for the coming King this season.
Character Development: This week we discussed comfortable and uncomfortable emotions or feelings. We listened to a story about a boy, Toby, who had uncomfortable feelings that he bottled up inside of him for one day and then felt like he was going to explode. We talked about healthy ways to express your feelings such as talking to a friend or an adult, drawing a picture, and writing in a journal.
Chapel Buddies: This week the fourth graders did a wonderful job helping the Kindergarten classes at Santa's Workshop.
Scholastic Book Orders: If you would like place a book order for a Christmas present please let me know and I can discretely give your order to you before or after school. Our next book order will be due Wednesday, December 12th.
When you order online, use the Parent Code: J3CX6
Raging River forms due Friday, December 14th. If you have them completed before December 14th please turn them into Mrs. Endorf.
Field Trip: Monday, December 17th we will be doing a servant project to Little Sisters of the Poor singing Christmas Carols and giving them a Christmas gift. After the trip to Little Sisters we will be taking a short tour and receive a special treat from Crown Candy Kitchen. If you would like to go with us on the trip, please let Mrs. Brannan know ASAP. Also, we would like to add candy to our Christmas gift bags, if you would please drop off one bag of candy for the gifts.
Middle School Basketball Game: Tuesday, December 18th the 4th graders will visit the Middle School for a tour of classes, lunch and activities then we will cheer on the CCLS Boys Basketball team play St. Charles. We will leave around 11:45 a.m. and return before pick up Tuesday afternoon.
Kirkcare needs our help! Our goal is 1,000 items to donate to Kirkcare this year.
December 3rd-7th: Paper Products, personal products (toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, shampoo, combs/brushes, etc.
December 10th-14th: Canned or boxed food items examples: tuna, chicken soup, boxed dinners, cerearl, granola bars, macaroni and cheese
December 17th-21st: Boxes of cereal (either small individual packs or large boxes)
These items may be delivered on any week. We have set a goal, help us reach it this Christmas Season.
See what the students are leaning with Mrs. Killian in music class.
Find out how you can help and attend!
Check out Mrs. Brannan's blog for updates on memory work, spelling, and much more!!
If you have any questions please feel free to ask, I know we all have busy schedules this time of year! Be safe :)
Friday, November 30, 2012
December 3rd-7th
Math: This week we will complete lessons 46-50 with a test next Tuesday, December 12th.
Reading: Our theme this week is Focus on China. We will be focusing on a nonfiction article while working on identifying facts and opinions along with new vocabulary words. The students made presentations using the vocabulary words from our story. Have your child present their Vocabulary about China to you! Their presentation is in their Google Drive.
Here is an example of a presentation: Vocabulary - China by Betjia
Art: The students learned and started working like artist Vincent Van Gogh. Be on the lookout for "The Starry Night".
Character Development: This week we discussed intentions and how you can have good intentions towards another person but they take the situation differently and get their feelings hurt.
Chapel Buddies: Thursday fourth graders helped their chapel buddy with making advent chains.
Scholastic Book Orders: If you would like place a book order for a Christmas present please let me know and I can discretely give your order to you before or after school. Our next book order will be due Wednesday, December 12th.
When you order online, use the Parent Code: J3CX6
Santa's Workshop: We will be shopping on Thursday, December 6th at Santa's Workshop. Make sure to bring your money and a list of who you want to purchase for on Thursday.
Raging River forms due Friday, December 14th. If you have them completed before December 14th please turn them into Mrs. Endorf.
Kirkcare needs our help! Our goal is 1,000 items to donate to Kirkcare this year.
December 3rd-7th: Paper Products, personal products (toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, shampoo, combs/brushes, etc.
December 10th-14th: Canned or boxed food items examples: tuna, chicken soup, boxed dinners, cerearl, granola bars, macaroni and cheese
December 17th-21st: Boxes of cereal (either small individual packs or large boxes)
These items may be delivered on any week. We have set a goal, help us reach it this Christmas Season.
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!!
Reading: Our theme this week is Focus on China. We will be focusing on a nonfiction article while working on identifying facts and opinions along with new vocabulary words. The students made presentations using the vocabulary words from our story. Have your child present their Vocabulary about China to you! Their presentation is in their Google Drive.
Here is an example of a presentation: Vocabulary - China by Betjia
Art: The students learned and started working like artist Vincent Van Gogh. Be on the lookout for "The Starry Night".
Chapel Buddies: Thursday fourth graders helped their chapel buddy with making advent chains.
Scholastic Book Orders: If you would like place a book order for a Christmas present please let me know and I can discretely give your order to you before or after school. Our next book order will be due Wednesday, December 12th.
When you order online, use the Parent Code: J3CX6
Santa's Workshop: We will be shopping on Thursday, December 6th at Santa's Workshop. Make sure to bring your money and a list of who you want to purchase for on Thursday.
Raging River forms due Friday, December 14th. If you have them completed before December 14th please turn them into Mrs. Endorf.
Kirkcare needs our help! Our goal is 1,000 items to donate to Kirkcare this year.
December 3rd-7th: Paper Products, personal products (toothpaste, toothbrush, soap, shampoo, combs/brushes, etc.
December 10th-14th: Canned or boxed food items examples: tuna, chicken soup, boxed dinners, cerearl, granola bars, macaroni and cheese
December 17th-21st: Boxes of cereal (either small individual packs or large boxes)
These items may be delivered on any week. We have set a goal, help us reach it this Christmas Season.
See what the students are leaning with Mrs. Killian in music class.
Find out how you can help and attend!
Check out Mrs. Brannan's blog for updates on memory work, spelling, and much more!!
Friday, November 16, 2012
Newsletter November 26th-30th
See you back at school on Monday, November 26th.
When we return here is what we will be doing at school!
Math: This week we will complete lessons 43-45. We will review Thursday for a test Friday, November 30th over lessons 1-40.
Reading: Our theme this week is Focus on China. We will be focusing on a nonfiction article while working on identifying facts and opinions along with new vocabulary words.
Art: The students completed their own Thanksgiving Turkey. Have a wonderful break!
Character Development: You Cannot Not Communicate-This week we worked on reading other people's body language. We talked about how you are always communicating with someone even without speaking.
Chapel Buddies: Thursday fourth graders helped their chapel buddy with making their own Thanksgiving placemats by using Indian symbols.
Scholastic Book Orders: If you would like place a book order for a Christmas present please let me know and I can discretely give your order to you before or after school. Our next book order will be due Wednesday, December 12th.
When you order online, use the 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!!
No school next week! HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Safe travels and see you back at school on Monday, November 26th.
When we return here is what we will be doing at school!
Math: This week we will complete lessons 43-45. We will review Thursday for a test Friday, November 30th over lessons 1-40.
Reading: Our theme this week is Focus on China. We will be focusing on a nonfiction article while working on identifying facts and opinions along with new vocabulary words.
Art: The students completed their own Thanksgiving Turkey. Have a wonderful break!
Chapel Buddies: Thursday fourth graders helped their chapel buddy with making their own Thanksgiving placemats by using Indian symbols.
Scholastic Book Orders: If you would like place a book order for a Christmas present please let me know and I can discretely give your order to you before or after school. Our next book order will be due Wednesday, December 12th.
When you order online, use the Parent Code: J3CX6
See what the students are leaning with Mrs. Killian in music class.
Find out how you can help and attend!
Check out Mrs. Brannan's blog for updates on memory work, spelling, and much more!!
No school next week! HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Safe travels and see you back at school on Monday, November 26th.
Sunday, November 11, 2012
Newsletter November 12-16
Math: This week we will start with Investigation 4A and 4B. Both investigations will be focusing on tenths and hundredths and relating fractions and decimals. Then we will begin with lessons 41-43. If your child forgets a math homework sheet there is a link on the blog under helpful links. I encourage them to keep some at home or extra in their binder in case they forget. :)
Reading: Our theme this week is New Places, New Faces. This week we will read "My Diary from Here to There." Thursday will be a review and Friday will be a test over the story.
*Book Report due THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15TH* All reports must be handed in during class on Thursday. If the report is handed in after that date there will be a 10% deduction. We started in class working on the writing sections of the report, check their Google documents for the typed pages. This is by no means the final copy, please review the book report with your child and help them with any editing corrections. The book report template can be found in their Google Drive as well as MyKoob.
Art: The students are working on and finishing their house made of cool and warm colors.
Character Development: This week we looked at the same situation but from two different perspectives. We are trying to remember that people can see the same situation two different ways and feel two different emotions. We did a role play in class sharing about the same event but having two different reactions and knowing that we need to accept the other persons feelings.
Chapel Buddies: Thursday fourth graders helped their chapel buddy with an owl project that is hanging in their classrooms.
Scholastic Book Orders: If you would like place a book order for a Christmas present please let me know and I can discretly give you order before or after school. Our next book order will be due Wednesday, December 12th.
When you order online, use the Parent Code: J3CX6
See what the students are leaning with Mrs. Killian in music class.
Operation Christmas Child: All shoe boxes will be collected in chapel on Wednesday, November 14th. Remember to identify your shoe box with a boy or girl label. Do not wrap the lid on the box, a Bible story will be added to all shoe boxes before they are sent overseas. Thank you for donating to the children.
Check out Mrs. Brannan's blog for updates on memory work, spelling, and much more!!
No school next week! HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Safe travels and see you back at school on Monday, November 26th.
Reading: Our theme this week is New Places, New Faces. This week we will read "My Diary from Here to There." Thursday will be a review and Friday will be a test over the story.
*Book Report due THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15TH* All reports must be handed in during class on Thursday. If the report is handed in after that date there will be a 10% deduction. We started in class working on the writing sections of the report, check their Google documents for the typed pages. This is by no means the final copy, please review the book report with your child and help them with any editing corrections. The book report template can be found in their Google Drive as well as MyKoob.
Art: The students are working on and finishing their house made of cool and warm colors.
Chapel Buddies: Thursday fourth graders helped their chapel buddy with an owl project that is hanging in their classrooms.
Scholastic Book Orders: If you would like place a book order for a Christmas present please let me know and I can discretly give you order before or after school. Our next book order will be due Wednesday, December 12th.
When you order online, use the Parent Code: J3CX6
See what the students are leaning with Mrs. Killian in music class.
Operation Christmas Child: All shoe boxes will be collected in chapel on Wednesday, November 14th. Remember to identify your shoe box with a boy or girl label. Do not wrap the lid on the box, a Bible story will be added to all shoe boxes before they are sent overseas. Thank you for donating to the children.
Check out Mrs. Brannan's blog for updates on memory work, spelling, and much more!!
No school next week! HAPPY THANKSGIVING! Safe travels and see you back at school on Monday, November 26th.
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