Friday, December 20, 2013

I hope that everyone has a very relaxing Winter Break.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes
December Minutes are Due Jan. 2.  If you lost your calendar one can be found on my web page, or just write a note in your child's agenda that they read 400 minutes in December

Math - study flashcards

Wednesday, December 18, 2013

Just a reminder that I will be at training all day tomorrow.  I will not have a blog tomorrow.

We will have a holiday party Friday afternoon.  Your child may bring a treat, if you wish

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - illustrate 7 words or define 7 words

Math - study flashcards

Tuesday, December 17, 2013

I will be gone to training on Thursday so there won't be a blog that day.

Please remember that tomorrow is Late Start.  Classes will start at 9:40.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - Repeated Sort or Comic Strip using 5 words

Math - study flashcards
Test Form B

Monday, December 16, 2013

Reminder that Wednesday is a Late Start.  Class will begin at 9:40.

We will have a holiday party on Friday afternoon.  Your child may bring a treat, if they wish.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - all missing writing is due

Spelling - describe sort

Math - Study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 3-10

Friday, December 13, 2013

We will be having a Winter Party next Friday afternoon.  Your child may bring a treat, if they wish.  Due to food allergies please do not send anything with beans or blueberries.

My goal is not have all missing assignments turned in before break.  In the next week, I will be sending out e-mails if your child has any missing assignments.

We got to go outside for recess today!!!

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Research paper needs to be finished over the weekend, if it has not already been turned in.

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 3-9

$1.50 for special project.

Thursday, December 13, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Research paper due Friday

Spelling - practice test

Math - study flashcards
Division Mystery Picture

Science - packet

Social Studies - test on Friday - study!

$1.50 for special project - please wait until Winter Break to ask about it.

Wednesday, December 11, 2013

The cold weather should be breaking soon.  Hopefully we will be able to get outside for recess and fresh air.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Research Paper due Friday.

Spelling - illustrate 7 words or define 7 words

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 3-8, evens only on Homework side

Science - science packet

Social Studies - Test on Friday - study!!

Bring $1.50 for a special project - parents please do not ask too many questions about this project until Winter Break time.

Monday, December 9, 2013

School policy determines that indoor recess will be held if the temperature or wind chill is 0 or below.  Please make sure that your child is dressing for the weather because they are still outside getting to and from cars and buses.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - We spent last week researching the parts of a plant and finding an example, fact and benefit for each part.  We also cited our resources.  Your child will take their research findings and write a short paper about what they learned.  They will have the remainder of the week to revise, edit and publish this paper.  They may type or write their final copy.   Published copies are due Friday.

Spelling - Describe Sort

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 3-6

Science - packets

Social Studies - test on Friday - Study!!

Friday, December 6, 2013

Applause, applause for the fantastic Holiday Concert yesterday.  I can honestly say this was the best performance I have ever seen while teaching at Clovis.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Book Review - published copy was due today.  Many students have not turned their's in yet.

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 3-5

Thursday, December 6, 2013

Students will be meeting in Room 137 at the high school for the Holiday Concert this evening.  The concert starts at 6:00 and students should arrive at 5:40.  After seeing practice today, it's going to be an amazing concert.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Published copy of Book Review due Friday

Spelling - practice test

Math - study flashcards
Division Mystery Picture - students who used their time wisely were able to complete this in class today.

Wednesday, December 4, 2013

This is just a reminder that the Holiday Concert is tomorrow evening at 6:00.  You may bring your child to the high school at 5:40.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Publish copy of book review due Friday.

Spelling - illustrate 7 words or define 7 words

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 3-4.  We are beginning to use the digit-by-digit method for division.  This is the method that you probably use.  I have told students they MUST do their division using graph paper so that everything lines up and there is less chance of an error.  I put a piece of graph paper in all mailboxes today.  If your child runs out of room on the graph paper, you can simply take a piece of notebook paper, turn in sideways and use that to line up all the digits.  You can also find graph paper at websites such as math-drills.com

Remember if your child's solar system project is still in the library, please make arrangements to take it home by Friday.

Tuesday, December 3, 2013

Just a reminder that tomorrow is Late Start Wednesday.

Please turn in November Reading Minutes, if you have not already done so.  If you lost the calendar, you can print one off my web page.  Also, you can e-mail me or write a note in your child's Agenda that they read at least 400 minutes in November.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Book Review published copy due Friday.  There will not be any more time given in class to work on this.  It was typed using Google Docs so that your child can complete it at home, if they are allowed to use their school e-mail account.  A copy of the rubric can be seen on my web page so that you can see the requirements.

Spelling - repeated sort or write a comic strip using 5 of the sorting words

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 8

Please make arrangements to pick up your solar system project by Friday, if it has not already been taken home.

Monday, December 2, 2013

A note went home today regarding the Holiday Concert being held on Thursday.  Students should report to Room 137 at Menasha High School at 5:40.  The concert will begin at 6:00.

We had a guest speaker from the Winnebago County Farm2School program.  She spoke about parts of a plant and what we eat from each part.  We are going to do a short research project from the information that she gave us to tie her presentation to our benchmarks.  She will be coming four more times during the school year.

Please turn in November Reading Minutes, if you have not already done so.

Solar System projects have been graded and are being sent home.  If your child has an extremely large project Mr. Viotto is asking that you make arrangements to pick it up by Friday in the library.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Book Review.  Students will be given computer lab time tomorrow to type their final copy.  They can also use Workshop time, if the ChromeBook Cart is available.  This will be due on Friday.  No additional class time will be given to work on this.

Spelling - review sort

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 3-3

Wednesday, November 27, 2013

Family Chains went home today.  Students who were not finished were asked to bring home the supplies to finish them.  Please tear off your first link on Sunday, to keep the count down accurate.

Division using the Place Value Sections Method is becoming easier for many students and they are able to work independently using this method.  We will continue to practice this method for a few days next week and then learn the digit-by-digit method.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Rough Draft of book should be revised and edited and begin publishing on Google Docs.

Math - study flashcards.

Tuesday, November 26, 2013

Tomorrow is a Late Start Wednesday

There is no school on Thursday or Friday due to the Thanksgiving Break

We will do the Family Chain Activity tomorrow afternoon.  Please make sure that your child has the activity  sheet filled out.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Book Review revised and edited, begin publishing on Google Docs

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 3-2, students were given the remembering side of this assignment on Friday so they should only have #12 on the remembering side and the four problems on the homework side to do.  We will only be doing the Place Value Sections Model on this assignment.  Anytime the instructions ask for the Expanded Notion method, please have your child do the Place Value Sections model to solve the problem.

Friday, November 22, 2013

We ended the school day with our Ice Cream Box Top party.

I sent home a letter today regarding our division unit.  It is similar to the note that I posted yesterday on my blog except I added an address for a video that explains each step of the Place Value Sections Method.  Please take time to watch this informative video - it is less than 5 minutes long.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Personal Narrative due Monday
Rough draft of the 3 evidence paragraphs for the book review due Monday

Math - study flashcards

Family Chain Activity Sheet due Monday.

Thursday, November 21, 2013

We have started our division unit.  This was our second day of dividing with remainders and then checking our answers.  Your child will be learning two different methods for division.  I will teach them a method using an area model - a rectangle broken up into sections - and the digit-by-digit method - which is the traditional method most of us use.  When using the digit-by-digit method we are using The Long Family to help us learn the steps.  I have sent home The Long Family steps this evening so that you can use the same vocabulary that your child hears at school.  If your child did not bring this home, there is a copy on my math web page.  Also, it is very important that when I am teaching the area model that you don't teach your child the digit-by-digit method.  I know that parents are trying to be helpful but it is important for students to be proficient with each method.  I will send home our workbook page for the area model method so that you will have examples to follow.

Book Orders are due tomorrow, if you would like to purchase anything.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Personal Narrative due tomorrow
Book Review - the rough copy of the three reason/evidence paragraphs are due Monday.  We will begin work on the concluding paragraph Monday.

Spelling - practice test

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 3-1

Science - finish constellation paragraph, if not completed with Mr. Viotto

Social Studies - Current Event due Friday

Family Chain Activity Sheet - due Monday

Wednesday, November 20, 2013

We earned our 6oth Cougar Paw today.  Stay tuned to learn what Acknowledgement we vote for.

Just a reminder that book orders are due by Friday, if you would like to purchase anything.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Personal Narrative due on Friday, there will not be any more class time to work on it.

Spelling - define 7 words or illustrate 7 words

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 7

Social Studies - Current Event due Friday

Family Chain Activity sheet - due Monday, if not already turned in.

Tuesday, November 19, 2013

A note and activity sheet came home tonight regarding a Family Chain Activity.  Please read over the instructions and return the activity sheet by Monday.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Personal Narrative - final copy due Monday but there will not be anymore class time to work on it.

Spelling - Repeated Sort or 5 sorting words in a comic strip

Math - study flashcards - we are beginning our division unit tomorrow and it can be very difficult for students who do not know their facts
Work on missing assignments

Monday, November 18, 2013

We had the opportunity to listen to Maplewood Middle School band, orchestra and choir.  Information went home today regarding the After Beat Music program offered at Clovis School.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - Describe Sort

Writing - Some strudents still have not completed Batty Banquet.  Please get this complete ASAP.

Math - study flashcards
There is not a homework sheet because of the Unit Test today.  I encouraged students who had missing math to take advantage of this and work on their missing work.

Friday, November 15, 2013

Remember that Monday is Pajama and Slipper Day to celebrate our Classroom Cougar Paws.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Test Form B

Thursday, November 14, 2013

We currently have 51 Cougar Paws and now that WKCE testing is over we were able to vote on an Acknowledgement.  On Monday we will have a pajama/slippers day.

We won the Box Tops contest and will be having an ice cream party next week sponsored by the PTO.  Thank you to those who contributed to our class total..

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - practice test

Writing - We began writing our book review today.  We started with just the introduction, making sure there was a hook so our audience would want to continue reading the review.

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2-18

Social Studies - Current Events

Wednesday, November 13, 2013

For Math today we learned about a two-step process for rounding and estimating numbers with 4-digits.  I had students tear out their workbook page to bring home with them so that you would have examples to follow if there are any questions.  Basically the number in the thousands place is not rounded but multiplied by the one-digit number.  The number in the hundreds place is rounded before multiplying by the one-digit number.  The answers for the thousand and hundred estimation are then added together to get the estimation.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - define 7 words OR illustrate 7 words

Writing - We began brainstorming for our introduction paragraph for a book review.  You can find the rubric for this project on my web page under writing.

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2-17

Social Studies - Current Events.

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

I am sorry that there was not a blog yesterday but I was home sick.

November Book Orders went home today.  If you are interested in purchasing anything, please do so by Friday, November 22

I have stapled a copy of the Spelling/Word Sort Activities that are done at school and those that need to be done at home near the front of your child's agenda.  This is the same information that was given out at Parent/Teacher Conferences.

Reminder that tomorrow is a late start.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Batty Banquet, if not already turned in

Spelling - Repeated Sort OR 5 words in a Comic Strip.

Math - study flashcards

Social Studies - Current Events.

Friday, November 8, 2013

WKCE testing is done for the year, unless your child needs to make-up a test because of an absence.

Reminders for next week:

• Spelling will begin again next week
• Monday -  the Veteran's Day Assembly will be from 8:30 - 9:15.  Fourth grade students are asked to wear white.
• Tuesday - students will be dismissed at 12:00.  Students will have the option of eating a bag lunch at school before they are dismissed.
• Wednesday - Late Start

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Batty Banquet, if not already turned in - this was due Tuesday

Math - study flashcards

Thursday, November 7, 2013

We will be having a Veteran's Day Assembly Monday morning.  4th graders need to wear white.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2-15

Social Studies - Current Event due Friday.

Wednesday, November 6, 2013

We will have 1 WKCE test tomorrow and 2 on Friday.  We will then be finished with the state testing.

A note will be going home tomorrow reminding parents about Late Start Wednesday.  Please take note of these dates.

There are still a few students who did not turn in their October Reading Minutes.  If you have misplaced the calendar, a note in their agenda will work.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Language - Batty Banquet.  This was due Tuesday.  It was typed in Google Docs so your child can access it at home though their school G-mail account, if the project is not complete.

Math - Study flashcards.  Many students understand the process of long multiplication but continue to get problems incorrect because of not knowing their facts.  Our next chapter will be long division.  Please continue to study the flashcards.  It will make things easier for your child.  If you lost the flashcards from the beginning of the year, please let me know and I will send more home.

Homework/Remembering 2-14 - on the Homework side, only EVENS need to be done.

Tuesday, November 5, 2013

We have 2 WKCE tests tomorrow.  Please make sure that your child is well rested so that they can do their best on the test.

Please turn in October Reading Minutes, if you have not already done so.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Batty Banquet

Math - study flashcards

Science - worksheet

Monday, November 4, 2013

We will have 2 WKCE tests tomorrow.   Please make sure that your child is well rested so that they can do their best on the test.

Tonight is the Stevi B's Fundraiser for PTO.  Your child was given a sticker today that will allow them 2 free game tokens if they show it to the cashier.

Please turn in October Reading Minutes, if you haven't already done so.

We will not have spelling this week, due to WKCE testing.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Writing - Batty Banquet, due tomorrow, if not already turned in.  This was typed on Google Docs so your child can get access to it through their school Google account.

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2-13.  Starting today, your child may use the area model or short-cut method for all multiplication problems, regardless of the directions.

Science - worksheet

Friday, November 1, 2013

Please remember that WKCE testing begins on Tuesday.  We will have 7 tests beginning on Tuesday and ending on Friday.

October Reading Minutes are due, if you have not already sent them in.

Homework:

Reading - Read 20 minutes

Math - Study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2-12

Thursday, October 31, 2013

October Reading Minutes are due tomorrow.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Mad Scientist Math

Wednesday, October 30, 2013

If your child is wearing a costume for the parade tomorrow they must BRING the costume to school.  We will be putting on costumes after lunch recess.

We have finished WKCE testing for this week.  We will have 7 more tests next week, starting on Tuesday and continuing through Friday.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards

Tuesday, October 29, 2013

We will have one WKCE test tomorrow.  Please make sure that your child is well rested.

We will have a Fall Party on Thursday, after the costume parade.  Your child may bring a treat, if they wish.  Due to allergies, please do not send anything with blueberries or beans.  Healthy snacks are encouraged.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards

Monday, October 28, 2013

We will be having 2 WKCE tests tomorrow and 1 on Wednesday.  Please make sure that your child gets enough sleep to ensure they do their best on the test.

Due to WKCE testing there will not be spelling this week.

We will be having a Fall Party on Thursday afternoon after the Halloween Parade.  Your child may bring a treat, if they wish.  Due to allergies, please do not send anything with blueberries or beans.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 6

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

In addition to the Halloween Parade we will be having a Fall Party on October 31.  The party will be after the parade.  Your child may bring a treat, if they would like to.

We will have WKCE testing on Tuesday morning and afternoon, and on Wednesday morning next week.  Please make that your child is well rested so that they can do their best.

Thank you to those who wore hats and donated money to Old Glory Honor Flight

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - There are many students who have been missing recess because they do not read and complete all the directions.  This especially happens when the directions are asking for not only the exact answer but also estimating/rounding.  If you are checking your child homework, please make sure the directions are read and completed fully.

Study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2- 10, they may use the area model or shortcut method to solve any of their multiplication problems.

Social Studies - Packet highlighted completely by Monday

Tuesday, October 22, 2013

Reminder that tomorrow is Late Start.

There is no school on Thursday and Friday

Hats On For Veterans is Wednesday - for $1 donation to Old Glory Honor Flight your child can wear a hat to school for the day

Book Orders are due Wednesday, if you would like to purchase anything

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Mystery Picture

A copy of math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar system project due tomorrow

Social Studies - packet highlighted completely by Monday

Monday, October 21, 2013

Just a few reminders for the week:

• Tomorrow is the second day for Parent/Teacher Conferences.  If I have not already met with you, please check your child's agenda for your time.  I look forward to seeing everyone.
• Wednesday is "Hats On For Veterans."  For a $1 donation to the Old Glory Honor Flight, your child may wear a hat in school for the day.
• Wednesday is a late start
• Wednesday is the last day for book orders, if you wish to purchase anything
• There is no school for students on Thursday and Friday

Please make sure that your child is properly dressed for the weather.  We will be having recesses outside, unless it is raining, and many students mentioned how cold they were today.

Due to the shortened week, there will not be spelling

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards

Homework/Remembering 2-9

A copy of the homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project due Wed., October 23

Social Studies - Packet needs to be completely highlighted by Monday

Friday, October 18, 2013

We will begin WKCE testing on October 29 and end November 8.  Try to make appointments at different times other than during the school day, to avoid your child missing testing with our class.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2-8

A copy of the math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project

Thursday, October 17, 2013

We received a donation of Rick Riordan books from Mrs. Wayland, the wife of our guidance counselor Mr. Wayland.  Each student got to pick out a book today that is theirs to keep.

Homework:

Reading - Read 20 minutes

Spelling - practice test

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2-7

A copy of math homework and current events sheet can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project

Social Studies - Current Event due Friday

Wednesday, October 16, 2013

We had dry weather for the field trip and everyone had a good time.

Today we learned how to use the Typing Club Program.  Your child should have an email link to it or you can Google:  Menasha Joint School District Typing Club to find the log-in page.  Students know their log-in and password - I set it up the same as their district information.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - Define 7 sorting words OR Illustrate 7 sorting words

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2 - 6

A copy of the math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project

Social Studies - Current Event due Friday

I will try to link a copy of the Current Event sheet to my web either tonight or tomorrow.

Tuesday, October 15, 2013

Please check the weather report for tomorrow's field trip.  We will be going rain or shine.  A note was written in today's agenda for students who still need to pay $2.50 for the trip.


Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling:  Repeated Sort OR use 5 sorting words in a comic strip.

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 5

A copy of the math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Social Studies - Field Trip Story - if not finished

Science - Solar System Project

Monday, October 14, 2013

Our field trip to Heckrodt Nature Center is on Wednesday. We will be walking there and going rain or shine.  Please have your child dress for the weather.  Half of the class will be going in the morning and half will be going in the afternoon.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - Describe Sort

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2-5

A copy of the homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project

Social Studies - Field Trip Story

Thursday, October 10, 2013

Reminders for the Madison Field Trip tomorrow:

• Please have your child at school by 6:15 - 6:20 at the latest.  The bus will not wait for anyone or we will not make our tour time at the capitol.
• Pack your child a lunch, if you did not order one from the school.  There will not be lunch items to buy on the trip.
• If your child has a blue Clovis shirt or a Cantering Cougars shirt, please have them wear it.  If not, a shirt will be provided for them to borrow.
• Electronic items may be brought as long as they have headphones or the volume can be turned off.  However, items will not be replaced if they are lost or broken.
• Your child may bring a camera for picture taking.
• Your child may bring money for souvenirs. There is a gift shop at the capitol and zoo.  Your child will be responsible for their own money and souvenirs.  If anything is lost or broken it will not be replaced.

Homework:

Reading - Read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2-4

A copy of the math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project

Wednesday, October 9, 2013

I look forward to seeing the parents who have a Parent/Teacher conference scheduled for tomorrow.

If your child has a blue Clovis shirt or a Cantering Cougars shirt, please have them wear it Friday for our field trip to Madison.  If they do not have one, a shirt will be provided for them to borrow.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - Illustrate 7 sorting words OR define 7 sorting words
We will have our weekly test tomorrow due to the field trip on Friday

Math - study flashcards
Mystery Picture

A copy of the math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project

Tuesday, October 8, 2013

Tomorrow is Late Start Wednesday.

Tomorrow is also Blue to Stop Bullying.  Your child may wear blue and if they would like can paint their pinkie nail blue.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - Repeated Sort OR Create a comic strip using 5 sorting words

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2-2

A copy of the math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project

Monday, October 7, 2013

Please remember that your child needs to be at school no later than 6:20 on Friday for the Madison Field Trip.  The bus will not wait for anyone.

If you purchased something from the September Book Order, books were handed out today.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - Describe Sort

Math - Study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 2-2

A copy of the math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project

Friday, October 4, 2013

We began our multiplication unit today.  A parent letter from the math book should have come home.  Please review this letter, as it explains some of the methods we will be using to teach multiplication.

Please remember that permission slips, money and lunch forms are due on Monday for the Madison field trip.

Also, please send back your parent/teacher conference slip, if you have not already done so.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes.

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remember 2-1

A copy of the math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - solar system project

Thursday, October 3, 2013

Notes regarding Parent/Teacher Conferences went home today.  Please check the date/time and return.

Unit 1 Math Test went home today.  You will see a pretest and Unit test score.  Before each unit your child is given a pretest to help determine differentiation.  Unit 1 pretest was given the second day of school.   By seeing both scores, you will be able to notice how much your child has learned throughout the unit.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - practice test

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 4

A copy of the math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web page

Science - Solar System Project

 

Wednesday. October 2, 2013

We finished our last MAP test for Fall.  Scores will be available at Parent/Teacher conferences.  An invitation for Parent/Teacher Conferences will be sent home tomorrow.

Reminder notes went home today for field trip permission slip and for money for the Madison Field Trip.  Everything is due by Monday, October 7

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards

Science - Solar System Projects

Return September Reading Minutes, if not already done so.

Wednesday, October 2, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - Repeated Sort

Math - study flashcards
This is how my family used math.

Science - Solar System Project

September Reading Minutes were due today.  Please turn them in as they are now considered.

Monday, September 30, 2013

Spelling/Sorting Words are now linked to my web page.  Your child can let you know the name of the spelling group that they chose.

Please send in your permission slip, money and lunch form for the Madison trip if you have not already done so.

Homework:

Reading - Read 20 minutes
September Reading Minutes are due tomorrow.  If you lost your September calendar you can download one from my web page or simply write a note in your child's agenda that they read at least 400 minutes in September.

Spelling - Describe Sort - your child was given sorting words to take home tonight.  They should cut out these words, sort them and describe for you the features of their sort.

Math - study flashcards.  We will begin our multiplication unit on Thursday.  Student who know their multiplication facts have an easier time and spend less time on homework than those who struggle with their facts.
Test Form B

A copy of the math homework, sorting words and reading minutes calendar can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project

Friday, September 27, 2013

Today we took the Math portion of the MAP test.  We will take the final section - Language - on Wednesday afternoon.

Letters went home to the adults who volunteered for our Madison Field trip.  The letter will indicate if you are chaperoning or on the waiting list.  Please be aware though that you are not allowed to chaperone until your Criminal Background Check has cleared through the district.  If it has not cleared by Monday, October 7, you will not be able to chaperone.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1-14 -  we worked on the homework side as a class.  The only thing that may be left to chart is the San Francisco attendance numbers.

A copy of math homework can be found by following the link below.

Mrs. Fritsch's Web page

Science - Solar System Project

Thursday, September 26, 2013

Tomorrow is the last day to submit forms if you would like to be entered in the drawing to be a chaperone for the Madison Trip.  We already have 10 volunteers, so we will need to pick 6 names.  Good Luck and thank you to everyone who volunteered.

Book Orders are due tomorrow, if you would like to order anything.

We will begin spelling/word study next week.  Your child will be bringing home a list of words to sort and study each evening.  A copy of each group's list will also be available on my web page.  Please look for the words on Monday and have your child sort and study each day for our test on Friday.

Today was our last class with Neitzel Sensei. We will miss her but wish her the best.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1-13

A copy of the math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project

Wednesday, September 25, 2013

Please check your child's bookbag for an Entertainment Book and $10 that was accidentally taken.  Orders were placed in mailboxes this afternoon and one student did not have their order at the end of the day.  Please return, if found.

Book orders are due Friday, if you would like to purchase anything.

Math MAP testing will be Friday afternoon.  Please make sure that your child is well rested and has a healthy lunch and snack.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 3

A copy of the math homework can be found by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Science - Solar System Project

Tuesday, September 24, 2013

I have a link for the Solar System requirements and rubric on my web page.

Our next unit of study in Math is multiplication.  We will be multiplying 3-digit numbers by 1-digit numbers and 2-digit numbers by 2-digit numbers.  Please have your child continue to study their multiplication flash cards each evening.  This concept becomes more challenging to students who do not know their multiplication facts.  Knowing multiplication facts is a 3rd grade benchmark.

Remember that tomorrow is late start Wednesday.

Because of MAP testing we will have Library on WEdnesday.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1-12

A copy of the math homework can be found on my webpage by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page


Science - Solar System Project

Monday, September 23, 2013

We took our Reading MAP test today.  We will take Math MAP Friday afternoon.

Remember, if you would like to purchase a book from the September Scholastic Book Order, please send the money to school by Friday or place an order on line by Friday.

Mr. Viotto handed out information about the 4th grade Solar System project.  In the next few days I will have that information posted on my web page.  Please take note of the requirements and deadline so that your child can do their best.

Thank you to those who have already turned in their permission slip and money for the Madison Field Trip.  Please remember, if you would like to be a chaperone, per district policy, you must clear a Criminal Background check.  Those checks can take up to two weeks or longer, so get your form in immediatelty, if you haven't already done so.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 2

A copy of math homework can be found on my web page by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Friday, September 20, 2013

If you did not already turn in your fundraising items, you may do so on Monday.

Please remember that Monday begin MAP testing for our class.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1 - 11

A copy of the math homework may be found on my web page by clicking the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Thursday, September 19, 2013

I am sad to report that one of the fourth grade students had a father pass away.  Mr. Wayland, our school counselor, came to speak to the classes.  Please make sure that you speak with your child to get their feeling on this sad news.

We are currently learning our word sorts in anticipation of starting spelling late September - Early October.  Once spelling begins, we will be having a weekly test each Friday.  I will like the weekly words to my web page.

Students will be placed in Guided Reading Groups tomorrow.  If they use their time wisely in class, they should have enough time to complete their assignment.

Anyone that participated in the school fundraiser will need to return materials and/or checks tomorrow, if you haven't already done so.

MAP Testing begins next week.  We will be taking the reading portion on Monday, September 23, Math on Friday, September 27 and Language on Wednesday, October 2.  Please make sure that your child gets plently of sleep the night before so that they can do their best on the test.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1-10

A copy of math homework can be found at the following link:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Wednesday, September 18, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - Study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1-9

Math homework can be found on my web page by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Tuesday, September 17, 2013

We learned how to log into our G-Mail accounts.  Students can also log in from home by going to the district web page, clicking on the parent/student link and then finding the G-mail icon and clicking on it.  Students will first need to log in using their user id which is their last name, first initial and year of graduation (22).  Their password is their student id number which they all should have glued in their agendas.  Their email address is their user id@students.mjsd.k12.wi.us  Since this was our first experience logging in, it should be easier when we go to the lab next week.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1-8

Math homework can be found at:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Monday, September 16, 2013

Tomorrow we will be going to the computer lab to learn how to use the g-mail accounts and chat rooms.  Only students who have their permission slip in are allowed to use these programs.  I sent home another permission slip with those students who have not returned one.  If you would like your child to use their g-mail account, please have them return their permission slip by tomorrow.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards.  I have noticed that many students are still struggling with their multiplication and division facts on the remembering side of their math.  Please continue to practice flashcards each evening.  In fourth grade, we do NOT teach multiplication facts and multiplication tables will not help develop facts either.  Shortly we will begin 3 x 1 digit multiplication and 2 x 2 digit multiplication.  Students who do not know their facts, will have difficulty with these assignments.

Homework/Remembering 1-7.  You can find a copy of this homework by clicking on the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Japanese - writing practice on the first four pages of the packet.

Friday, September 13, 2013

Scholastic Book Orders will be coming home with an explanation how to order online, if you wish.  If you are interested in purchasing any books, please either order online or have your child bring their order form and payment to me by Friday, September 27.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1 - 6

Math homework can be found on my web page by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Thursday, September 12, 2013

The entire school saw the Bullying Presentation today.  It was very helpful and informative.   I hope that those of who were able to attend last night thought the same thing.

Tomorrow is the Fourth Grade TGIF.  This is a weekly 30-minute afternoon recess for students who have all their work complete and turned in.  Those students with missing assignments are required to spend the TGIF time in a class with a fourth grade teacher receiving extra help.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1-5

You can find a copy of the math homework by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

I hope to see everyone tonight at the Bullying Presentation.  I had the opportunity to listen to Mr. Jelinski speak this morning and I think you will enjoy his presentation. Remember pizza will be served at 5:00, with the presentation being held at 6:00.   There will be movies for K-2, and 3-5 during the presentation.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1-4

Science - finish coloring pages

Math homework can be found on my web page by following the link below:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Please remember that tomorrow is Late Start Wednesday.  Doors will open at 9:30 for students not in the Before School Program.

The Bullying Presentation for parents will be hold tomorrow evening.  It will begin at 5:00 with pizza.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1-3

Science - finish coloring pages


Math homework can be found on my web page by following the link below.

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Monday, Septemebr 9, 2013

Just a few reminders for the week:

• Wednesday is Late Start Wednesday.  Students will be let into the school at 9:30 unless they are part of the before school program.
• Wednesday night is also the Bullying Presentation for parents.  The evening will start with pizza at 5:00.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
We did not complete Lesson 1-3, so there will not be a math worksheet until tomorrow.

Science - finish coloring pages for book

Japanese - homework sheet

Friday, September 6, 2013

What a great start to the school year - a lot of Cougar Paws and Acknowledgements were earned by displaying outstanding behavior throughout the building.

Just so you are aware, students are given 10 - 15 minutes to work on the remembering side of their math homework each morning.  Those students who use their time wisely sometimes are able to complete the entire side.  The homework side must be done after math class, typically at home, because I need to teach it before they can do it.  Today students were given an additional half hour to complete math homework at the end of the day.

If you have not already done so, please fill out and send back your beginning of year paperwork.  Mrs. Franczek, ort Literacy Coach, will be coming into my classroom within the next two week to teach and film a lesson for a district workshop.  There is a possibility that students may also be filmed so I need to know who has permission and who does not.  This presentation is for the new teachers in our district.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1-2

You can find the math homework on my web page by following this link:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Thursday, September 5, 2013

We finished our final review of the Cougar Code around the school today.  Tomorrow afternoon we will have our school-wide celebration to end our first week of school.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 1-1

Please turn in your beginning of the year paperwork, if you have not already done so.

You can find a copy of Math Homework/Remembering 1-1 to print at my webpage. Click on the link below to take you directly there.

Mrs. Fritsch's Web Page

Wednesday, September 4, 2013

Today was a great day.  We learned more about procedures and routines, as well as took a Math pretest and set up book boxes.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 1

Beginning of the year paperwork, if not already turned in.



Math Fluency Check 1 can be found on my webpage at:

Mrs. Fritsch's Web page

Tuesday, September 3, 2013

Welcome to Fourth Grade!!  We had an exciting first day learning about routines and expectations.  We also had Phy Ed, Music and Japanese.

There will be a lot of information sent home today.  Thank you to those who have already filled out and turned in their beginning of the year paperwork.  If you haven't, please do so as soon as possible.

As stated in my note today, my web page from the district site is not working.  Here is the link to the webpage in case you want to save it to your favorites.  We cut out flashcards today, so the only homework for math this evening is to study flashcards.

Mrs. Fritsch's webpage

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes
Math - study flashcards

Thursday, June 6, 2013

The field trip to Heritage Hills was great.

I will not be in school tomorrow, so there will not be a blog.

Wednesday, June 5, 2013

The auction was a great success.  Every student received at least one item.

The weather report has changed.  There are now scattered showers predicted tomorrow with a high of 58 degrees. Bring a lunch, Clovis Shirt and Gift Shop money for tomorrow.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - test on Friday
Test Form B due Friday

Tuesday, June 4, 2013

The weather report looks good for Thursday.  Cool but no rain.  If your child has a Clovis shirt please have them wear it for Heritage Hills or one will be provided for them to use.

Half Price Books is running a summer reading program for the months of June and July.  Children who read can earn a Half Price Books Gift Card.  Check out the details online or at their store on Casaloma Blvd in Appleton.

Our auction is tomorrow.  There is still time to donate items, if you haven't already.  Thank you to those who have already donated.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - Homework/Remembering 8 - 11
Test on Friday

Japanese

Monday, June 3, 2013

Thursday is our trip to Heritage Hills.  Please have your child dress for the weather.  We will be going rain or shine.  Also, if your child did not indicate that they would like a school lunch, they must bring their own lunch.  There will NOT be lunch food to purchase.  A list of items available in the gift shop and prices were sent home today, if you would like your child to purchase anything.

Reading Minutes are due, if not already turned in.

Thank you to those who have donated items to the auction.  If you would still like to donate, items are still needed.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - Homework/Remembering 8-10

Friday, May 31, 2013

Congratulations to all the students who performed in the Talent Show today - you did an excellent job!!

Due to the length of the Talent Show we did not have time to fill out agendas.

Thanks to everyone who has brought in things for the Auction on Wednesday.  We are still in need of items so that everyone has a chance to win.

Homework:

May Reading Minutes are due Monday

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - Homework/Remembering 8-10

Thursday, May 30, 2013

Just a reminder that if you would like your child to have a school lunch for Heritage Hills the form must be returned by tomorrow.  There will NOT be food to purchase at Heritage Hills, so your child must bring a lunch.

Also, please remember that our auction will be next Wednesday.  Thank you to those who have already donated items.  We are still in need of items to make sure that everyone has a chance to get at least one thing.

Homework:

May Reading Minutes are due tomorrow.

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - Homework/Remembering 8-9

Wednesday, May 29, 2013

Remember that tomorrow is the Tom's/Kickball Acknowledgement.  There is a Plan B in case of rainy weather.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

A form went home today regarding lunches for the Heritage Hills Field Trip.  I need the form returned by Friday, if you would like a school lunch for your child.

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - Homework/Remembering 8-8

Thursday, May 23, 2013

Remember that there is no school tomorrow or Monday.

My classroom spelling bee will be on Tuesday, May 28.  There will be five finalist from my classroom, who will compete against the other fourth grades on Monday, June 10.  Good Luck to everyone

Homework:

Language Arts - Practice speech, if not already given

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - Homework/Remembering 8-7

Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Great news - tomorrow is a special discount day and hot dogs and small sodas will be $1 each at the Milwaukee Brewers Game.

A note went home today regarding what is permitted and what is not permitted at Miller Park. Please check this note over carefully.

A note went home today regarding our end of the year auction.  Thank you for any donations you are able to send.

Homework:

Language Arts - practice speech, if not already given

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for spelling bee

Math  - variable worksheet

Monday, May 20, 2013

Wednesday will be our field trip to the Brewers Game.  Please remember that you will need to make arrangements for getting your child home after the trip as we will be arriving back sometime around 5 - 5:15

Speeches went great today.  The speeches will continue on Tuesday and Wednesday afternoon this week and next Tuesday as well.

There is no school on Friday because of not needing a snow day.

Notes went home today regarding the Bring Your Own Device policy for elementary schools.  Please read the policy.

Homework: 

Language Arts - Practice speech, if not already given.

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for spelling bee.  Words can be found on my web page under the Word Sorts heading.

Math - Homework/Remembering 8-6

Friday, May 17, 2013

The date for the Tom's/Kickball Acknowledgement will be on Thursday, May 30.  The times will remain the same.  If your child had not already turned in their permission slip, please have them do so as soon as possible.

Please remember to check the note regarding Demonstration Speech dates and times.  The speeches will begin on Monday.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - Homework/Remembering 8-5

Thursday, May 16, 2013

A reminder letter went home today regarding the Brewers Game. Please let me know if you have any questions.

A note went home today regarding the Talent Show.  4th grade students will try out TUESDAY instead of Wednesday because of the Brewers Game.  The Talent Show will be held the afternoon of May 31, so the date of the Tom's/Kickball Incentive will be changed.

Homework:

Language Arts - practice speech

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - Angle worksheet

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

What a great day for a Track and Field Meet.  Everyone did a wonderful job and showed great sportsmanship.

Spelling words went home yesterday for the annual 4th grade Spelling Bee.  The top 5 spellers in my class will compete against the other fourth grade top finishers.  My classroom bee will be on Tuesday, May 28.  The Championship Bee will be on June 10.

Our end of the year auction will be held Wednesday, June 5.  Students are asked to bring 2 to 3 gently used items that they no longer use at home.  Please do not buy anything for the auction.  More information will be sent home at a later date.

MAP Math will be held Friday morning.  Please make sure that your child has enough sleep.

Homework:

Language Arts - practice speech

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - practice for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - Comparing fractions worksheet.  Students must show their work when making fractions of common denominators or they paper will be handed back and considered late.  Students were reminded of this numerous times throughout the day.

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

A note went home today indicating the date that your child picked to do their demonstration speech.  Please check this note, as your child is responsible for having all necessary materials and being prepared to give their speech that day.  Please have them practice at home, as much as they are able, so they will feel more comfortable in front of the class. 

Tomorrow is the City Wide Track Meet.  Please have your child wear a blue Clovis Cougar Shirt.  If they don't have one, one will be provided for them to wear over their clothes.  Join us, if you are able.  The meet starts at 9:00 at Calder Stadium.

Homework:

Language Arts - practice for speech

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday - this will be the last week for packs

Math - Reducing Fractions Worksheet

Monday, May 13, 2013

We began talking about our 4th grade Demonstration Speeches today.  Your child needs to talk to you about an idea they are interested in as all materials for the speech need to be supplied by your child.  Your child has had the opportunity to watch speeches given by Mr. Viotto's students and see some examples of speeches today.  They will be given class time this week to work on the speeches but in order to feel comfortable in front of the class it is important that they practice at home.  We will begin our speeches next and tomorrow your child will be given the opportunity to pick a date - Monday, May 20, Tuesday May 21, Thursday, May 23, or Tuesday, May 28.  The speeches will be given during our writing time, 1:25 - 2:10.  You are invited to come and watch/video tape your child if you would like.  A letter will be going home once all students have had the opportunity to select a speech time.

Wednesday will be the City Wide Track Meet.  Students will be required to wear a blue Clovis Grove T-shirt.  If your child does not have one, a shirt will be provided for them to wear in the morning.

We will be taking the MAP Math test on Friday morning.  Please make sure that your child has enough sleep.

Homework:

Language Arts - Talk to your parents about your speech ideas.

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday - this will be the last week for the packs.

Math - Review Sheet 3

Friday, May 10, 2013

Happy Mother's Day weekend to all the mothers in my class.  Thank you for all your support and help throughout this school year.  You have wonderful children.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - review sheet 2

Thursday, May 9. 2013

A School Lunch to Go Form went home yesterday.  It needs to be returned by Friday if you would like to purchase a lunch from the school for the Brewers Game.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - review worksheet

Science - worksheet due Friday

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Reminder:  MAP Language tomorrow afternoon.  Please make sure that your child has enough sleep and a healthy lunch.

Mayor Merkes came to visit the 4th grade this morning.  Ask your child what they learned.

Comgratulations to the 4th grade recorder players and Glee Club members.  They did a fantastic job at Fine Arts Night.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - Homework/Remembering 8-4

Tuesday, May 7, 2013

Tonight is Fine Arts Night.  The Fourth Grade will be performing about 5:45.

Reading MAP Testing will be Thursday Afternoon.  Please make sure that your child has proper sleep and a healthy lunch so that they can do their best.

Homework:

Language Arts - Personal Narrative due Wednesday.  No more class time will be given to work on this paper.

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - Division worksheet

Monday, May 6, 2013

Reminder that tomorrow we will be taking MAP Reading in the morning.  Please make sure that your child gets enough sleep so they can do their best.

Fine Arts Night will be Tuesday, May 7.  I hope to see you there.

Please check your child's homework nightly to make sure it is complete so they can join us for the Tom's/Kickball Acknowledgement.  Information went home Friday about this.  Please send back the permission slip, if not already done so.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - Homework/Remembering 8-3

Friday, May 3, 2013

Reminders of events next week:

MAP Reading - Tuesday morning
Fine Arts Night - Tuesday evening
MAP Language Arts - Thursday afternoon

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - Angle worksheet

Thursday, May 2, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - Homework/Remembernig 8-2

Turn in April Reading Minutes, if not already done so.

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

Happy May Day.  Thank you to the Leadership Club members who helped deliver sun flowers to our neighbors today.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - we took a pretest for Chapter 8, so there will not be homework today.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

April Reading Minutes are due tomorrow.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - Homework/Remembering 8-1

Science - finish worksheet from yesterday, if not already done.  This is now a late assignment.

Monday, April 29, 2013

MAP Testing begins next week.  Our first test will be Tuesday, May 7 for Reading.

Fine Arts Night will also be on Tuesday, May 7.  A reminder note went home today.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - Fluency Check 24

Science - worksheet due Tuesday.

Friday, April 26, 2013

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - Test Form B
Test on Monday

Thursday, April 25, 2013

Tomorrow is the last day to place a book order, if you would like to purchase anything.  This will be the last book order of the year.

Homework:

Language Arts - finish research poster due Friday

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - Homework/Remembering 7 - 13
**All work for Unit 7 must be turned in by Math time tomorrow to earn playing a review game for Monday's test

Wednesday, April 24

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

We did not have Math today due to Early Dismissal. 

Tuesday, April 23, 2013

Just a reminder that there will be an Early Dismissal tomorrow at 11:00 due to Teacher Inservice.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - Homework/Remembering 7-12

Monday, April 22, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - Homework/Remembering 7-11

Friday, April 19, 2013

Today was our last day of Junior Achievement.  Please ask your child what they learned.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Remembering side  7 - 10

Thursday, April 18, 2013

A second permission slip will be sent home tomorrow for those who have not paid for the Brewers Game and Heritage Hills Field Trips.  Thank you to those who have already taken care of this.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Homework side ONLY for 7 - 10

Wednesday, April 17, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for tests
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Remembering side ONLY of 7-9

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

I hope to see everyone at Math Night tonight.

Book Orders went home today.  Please order online or return your form by Friday, April 26 if you are interested in purchasing anything.  Remember if you purchase online you receive a coupon for a free $5 book.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 7-8

Monday, April 15, 2013

Please remember to turn in your field trip forms and money for Heritage Hills and the Milwaukee Brewers Game, if not already done so.  We need to pay for the Heritage Hills field trip ASAP so that we don't lose our spot to another school.  This is a very popular trip.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts at home
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Simplifying Fractions worksheet

Japanese

Friday, April 12, 2013

Remember that Monday begins the new security policy in the school district.  Information went home yesterday about the procedures and what you can expect.

Thank you to everyone who volunteered to be a chaperone for the Milwaukee Brewers Game.  Unfortunately we had more requests that I was allotted so there needs to be a waiting list.  Letters went home today to inform parents if they were chosen to be a chaperone or put on the waiting list.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 23

Thursday, April 11, 2013

Today was the Human Growth and Development talk.  Questions were answered by the presentators but your child may still have questions for you.

Tomorrow is the last chance to enter your name in the chaperone raffle for the Milwaukee Brewers game.  Thank you to all those who have already volunteered.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Blind Writing Sort at home

Math - study flashcards

Wednesday, April 10, 2013

Tomorrow is the Human and Growth Development Talks.  Your child will be participating unless you send back the signed sheet that you do not want them to participate.

Please remember to send in your field trip form and money for the Milwaukee Brewers Game and Heritage Hills.  If you would like to chaperone for the Milwaukee Brewers Game you must send in your slip by Friday.  We will hold the raffle Friday morning and after that time your name will be placed on the waiting list.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for tests
Practice Tests
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Information went home today regarding Take Your Child to Work Day.  If you are considering this, please read over the information carefully.  There are certain requirements that you need to follow.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sort words and explain sort
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards

Monday, April 8, 2013

Information went home today regarding the Milwaukee Brewers Field Trip.  This is  a popular trip for parents to chaperone.  In the past years, there has always been a raffle to choose chaperones.  Remember to be a chaperone you MUST have a criminal background check cleared by the district.  This usually takes two weeks.  You must have a criminal background check each school year.  If you need a form, please have your child ask me for one.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Explain Sort
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 7-7

Japanese - be ready to present

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Tomorrow our student teacher, Ms. Krohn, will be visiting.  She will begin her student teaching on Monday, April 8 until the end of the school year.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - Blind Sort (practice test)
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards - it is becoming challenging for students to make common denominators if they do not know their facts.
Fluency Check 21

Japanese - be ready to present on Monday.

Wednesday, April 3, 2013

I received the Timber Rattler tickets after school today.  I will hand them out tomorrow for those students who earned them through the Reading Incentive Program earlier this year.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes
Turn in your March reading minutes, if not already done so.

Spelling - study for test
Practice test putting words in sorting columns.  Students will receive 1 point for each word spelled correctly and a point if the correctly spelled word is placed in the correct sorting column.  Students will not receive any points if the word is spelled incorrectly.
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards.  Students who do not know their facts are having a difficult time with reducing fractions.
Homework/Remembering 7-5

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Information went home today regarding our Field Trip to Heritage Hills in Green Bay.  We need to pay for this trip ASAP so we don't lose our spot as this is a very popular place to visit.  Remember if you would like your name entered into the chaperone raffle, you MUST have a Criminal Background Check cleared through the office.  This takes about two weeks to process.  If you need a Criminal Background Check form, please let me know.

A note went home today regarding Math night on April 16.  I hope that you are able to attend.

The PTO sent home information regarding Turn off the TV Week.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sort words by sorting patterns and explain the patterns to someone.
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 21

Monday, April 1, 2013

Information went home today regarding the Human Growth and Development talk scheduled for April 11.  The sheet only needs to be brought back if you do NOT want your child to particapate in the discussion.

We are starting our new spelling program this week.  Each student has the nightly home spelling sorts stapled in their agendas.  This was the same information given out at Parent/Teacher conferences.  Most groups will not have spelling packs, so it is very important that they do the nightly sorts at home to be successful in spelling.  The groups who will continue with spelling packs will be tested on their sorting words, NOT on the pack words.

Homework -

Reading - read 20 minutes
Turn in March Reading Minutes, if not already done so.

Spelling - study for tests
Explanation sort
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 7-4

Japanese

Friday, March 22, 2013

I hope that everyone has a safe and relaxing Spring Break Week.  Come back ready to work for our final quarter of fourth grade.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 7-3.  Students were given more than enough time to complete this paper, if they used their time wisely.

Thursday, March 21, 2013

I look forward to meeting parents today during conference time.  If I have not already met with you, your child wrote in yesterday's agenda the time I will meet with you today.

Remember that spelling will change after Spring Break.  Some groups will see significant changes and others will see slight changes.  To make spelling successful, nightly practice is very important.  It's all to help your child become a better speller, reader and writer.  We are getting ready for 5th grade and beyond.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards

Science - assignment due Friday

Social Studies - poster due Friday.  Please check with your child to make sure that their poster is finished.  I was concerned with the number of unfinished posters I saw in class this morning.

Wednesday, March 20. 2013

Tomorrow is an early dismissal at 11:00 for parent/teacher conferences

Spring Break is next week.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts due Thursday
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 7-2

Science - assignment due Friday

Social Studies - posters will be collected Friday

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

Reminder that Thursday is an early dismissal at 11:00 because of Parent/Teacher Conferences.

Spring Break is next week.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts due Thursday
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 20

Science - assignment due Friday

Social Studies - Posters due Wednesday

Monday. March 18, 2013

Representative Penny Bernard Schaber came to visit our classroom today.

We are using data from the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament to learn about fractions, percents, decimals and probability.  We are also researching colleges and doing presentations.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards

Social Studies - posters due Wednesday.

Friday, March 15, 2013

Congratulations to all the Wisconsin Badgers fans on their win this afternoon. 

We began Junior Achievement today.  The class was very respectful to Mr. Rhodes as he taught us about businesses.  The program will run 4 or 5 more weeks.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 7-1

Social Studies - students are researching a famous person from Wisconsin.  They may work on this project so that they are not overwhelmed.  Posters are due March 20.

Wednesday, March 13, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Test Form B

Science - study for test on Friday.  Mr. Viotto gave them examples of what they could use to study and gave them a practice review today.

Monday, March 11, 2013

There will be an early dismissal tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. because of Teacher Inservice.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 6-10

Friday, March 8, 2013

Homework
Reading - read 20 minutes

Mat - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 6-9

Thursday, March 7, 2013

We will be starting Junior Achievement tomorrow.  The curriculum teaches your child about the different resources available in each of the US Regions and how it effects businesses that are there.  It is a nice connection to Social Studies.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards

Wednesday, March 6, 2013

Just a reminder that there is an early dismissal at 11:00 tomorrow for Parent/Teacher conferences.  If I am meeting with you tomorrow your child wrote the time in their agenda today.

A note was sent home today regarding a safety presentation that Mrs. Sabel gave in Guidance.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts due Thursday
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 6-8

Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study for test
Homework/Remembering 6-7

Monday, March 4, 2013

Reminder that there is an Early Dismissal at 11:00 on Thursday due to Parent/Teacher conferences.

Remember to send in your final Fang by Friday.  I need to get the order in for the final ticket voucher count and I can not accept Fangs after Friday.

Please have your child turn in their February Reading Minutes, if they haven't already done so.  If you have lost the calendar, please write a note in their Agenda that they read 400 minutes in February.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts due Thursday
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 6-6

Thursday, February 28, 2013

February Reading Minutes are due tomorrow.

Tomorrow are the Olympic Games. There will be snow for the bob sledding event so please make sure that your child has snow pants, boots, and mittens so that they can participate.

I will be gone tomorrow so there will not be a blog.

Remember to bring in the fourth Fang next week so that I can reserve a Timber Rattlers ticket for your child.  They will not receive the ticket next week but the tickets should be here sometime around Spring Break.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 6-5

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

WKCE test results went home today.  There are two letter explaining the changes to the test results and why these changes were implemented.  If you have any quetions we can discuss them at Parent/Teacher conferences or please feel free to contact me prior to the time.

If you have not already returned your Parent/Teacher conference slip, please do so ASAP.  I will be sending second notices home.

A note went home regarding our Olympic Games on Friday.  Please make sure that your child is dressed appropriately for the Bobsledding event.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Thursday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 6-4

Monday, February 25, 2013

I will be gone on Tuesday and Friday this week so there will not be a blog.  I have already linked tomorrow's math to my web page.

Remember to send in your child's third Fang by the end of the week.

Spelling packs will be due Thursday.  On Friday the entire school will be participating in Winter Olympics events.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Thursday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 17

Japanese

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Just a few reminders.  I will be gone tomorrow for District Training and there won't be a blog.  Also, there is not school on Friday for a mid-winter break.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Thursday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 16

Tuesday, February 19, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - practice for test
Packs due Thursday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 6-1

Science - Quiz on Wednesday

Monday, February 18, 2013

I will be at District Training on Thursday so there will not be a blog.  I will try to link the homework, if possible.

There will not be school on Friday for a mid-winter break.  Spelling packs will be due on Thursday and the spelling test will be given on Thursday.

The second Fang is due by Thursday to receive the second level of prizes.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Thursday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 15

Japanese

Friday, February 15, 2013

Please send in your second Fang on Monday. The next prize will be a Qdoba certificate for a free child's meal and a Timber Rattlers pencil.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math -study measurement flashcards
Test Form B

Thursday, February 14, 2013

Happy Valentine's Day.  Our party was a success.  Thank you to everyone who donated something for the party and to those who brought Valentine Cards.

Homework -

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday

Math - study measurement flashcards

Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Just a reminder that we will have an early dismissal tomorrow at 11:00 am due to teacher inservice.
We will also have our Valentine's Party.  If your child would like to bring cards or a treat, please remember that there are 24 students in class.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study measurement flashcards
Perimeter and Area B

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

Today we made flashcards for the measurement systems that we have been learning about in Unit 5 in our math book.  There really is no other way to learn these systems then to memorize them.  Please work with your child to make sure they are confident and proficient.  We will be taking our unit test either Friday or Monday and in order for your child to do well, they must know these systems and how they are converted.
Thank you for your help.

Remember there is still time to turn in your first Fang.  I will accept them until Friday.  The first level of acknowledgement is a Happy Joe certificate and stickers.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study measurement flashcards
Perimeter Area A worksheet

Friday, February 8, 2013

I will be gone on Monday for District Training. so there won't be a blog.  I will try to link the homework, if possible.

Please have your chld bring in their first Fang on Monday, if they read 100 minutes this week.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math -Study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 5-7

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 5-7

Science - Cells Quiz Friday

Tuesday, February 5, 2013

A note went home today regarding our Valentine's Day Party.  That day is a half-day due to Teacher Inservice, so we will have a short party in the morning.

A note will be going home tomorrow for an Energy Challenge game.  Please look over the information and consider participating.

Reminder that I will be at a District Training tomorrow so there won't be a blog.  I have already linked tomorrow's Math homework to my webpage.

Homework:

Reading - Read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 14.

Monday, February 4, 2013

Remember that the reading incentive from the Timber Rattlers starts today.

I will be gone on Wednesday for District Training.  I will try to attach the homework but there will not be a blog that day.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 5-5

Turn in January Reading minutes, if not already done so.

Friday, February 1, 2013

I hope that everyone is doing their best to stay warm.

From what I heard the Indian Tribe Project and presentations went very well in Social Studies class.

Most of the students have had an opportunity to see Demonstration Speeches in Mr. Viotto's class.  Those who haven't will get a chance to see them on Monday.  My class will also be doing Demonstration Speeches but I will wait until after Spring Break.  I will be getting a student teacher for the 4th quarter and I like for them to partipate in the teacher portion of the speeches.

January Reading Minutes need to be turned in on Monday, if they haven't already been turned in.  Also the Timber Rattlers incentive starts on Monday.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 5-4

Thursday, January 31, 2013

January Reading Minutes are due tomorrow.  If you misplaced the calendar you may simply write that your child read their 400 minutes for the month.

Remember that the Timber Rattlers incentive begins on Monday.  Information on the program was sent home yeterday.  Happy Reading.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 5-3

Social Studies - Indian Tribe Project due tomorrow.

Wednesday, January 30, 2013

Due to the weather all after school activities have been cancelled.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 13

Social Studies - Indian Tribe Project due Feb. 1

Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Please watch the weather forecast carefully.  The amount of snow we might receive seems to be changing each time I hear a weather report.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
H/R 5-2

Social Studies - Indian Tribe project due Feb. 1

Monday, January 28, 2013

The second semester is officially here.  Report cards will be going home on Friday for first semester.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards

Social Studies - Indian Tribe project due Feb. 1

Japanese

Thursday, January 24, 2013

Book Orders are due Monday, if you are interested in purchasing anything.

Friday will be an early dismissal at 11:00 because of Records Day.  Report Cards will go home on February 1.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday

Social Studies - Indian Tribe project due Feb. 1

Wednesday, January 23, 2013

We completed our last MAP testing for the winter.  The next session of MAP tests will happen in the Spring.

There will be an early dismissal at 11:00 on Friday.  I won't be here because I am going to a workshop, so there won't be a blog that day.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 5-1

Social Studies - Indian Tribe project due Feb. 1

Tuesday, January 22, 2013

Just a reminder that there is Early Dismissal at 11:00 on Friday because of Records Day.  Monday will begin 3rd quarter.

I will be gone on Friday to a workshop so there will not be a blog that day.


Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 12

Social Studies - Indian Tribe Project due February 1

Monday, January 21, 2013

Remember to dress your child for the weather and do not let them come to school any earlier than they need to.  If they are a walker they will not be let in the building until 8:40 on Monday and 8:10 on Tuesday - Friday.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Test Form B

Social Studies - Indian Tribe project due Feb. 1

Japanese

Friday, January 18, 2013

Book Orders went home today.  They are due by Monday, January 28 if you are interested in purchasing anything.  Please remember that if you purchase online you will receive a certificate for a free $5 book with your order. 

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 4-12

Social Studies - Indian Tribe project due Feb 1

Thursday, January 17, 2013

We will be taking the Math MAP test tomorrow.  Please make sure that your child is prepared by getting enough sleep.  We will take the Language Usage MAP test on Thursday

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards

Social Studies - Indian Tribe Project due Feb. 1

Wednesday, January 16, 2013

We completed our Reading MAP test today.  We will take the Math MAP test on Friday.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Sorts due Thursday
Packs due Friday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 4-11

Social Studies - Indian Tribe Project due Feb. 1

Tuesday, January 15, 2013

Reminder that there will be an 11:00 dismissal on Thursday due to Teacher Inservice.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 4-10

Social Studies -  Indian Tribe Project due Feb 1. Remember the details of this project are linked on my web page.

Monday, January 14, 2013

Just a reminder that Thursday there will be a dismissal at 11:00 for Teacher Inservice.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - practice for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards

Social Studies - Indian tribes project due Feb. 1

Japanese

Friday, January 11, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 11

Social Studies - Early Indian Tribe Report due February 1

Thursday, January 10, 2013

Tomorrow has been declared as Green and Gold Day throughout the Menasha Joint School District - Go Pack Go!!

We will begin MAP testing next week.  Our first test will be on Wednesday morning.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - Study for Test
Packs due Friday

Math - Study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 4-9

Social Studies - Current Event due Friday
Early Indian Report Due February 1 - I have linked the requirements to my web page.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Borowski.

Wednesday, January 9, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 4-8

Social Studies - Current Event due Friday

Tuesday, January 8, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards

Social Studies - Current Event due Friday

Monday, January 7, 2013

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Spelling - study for test
Packs due Friday
Sorts due Thursday

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 4-7

Social Studies - Quiz Tuesday

Japanese

Friday, January 4, 2013

Homework

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 4-6

Turn in December reading minutes, if not already done so.

Thursday, January 3, 2013

Please have your child turn in their December Reading Minutes, if they have not already done so.

Also, please have your child bring back their dental flouride treatment sheet, if you would like for them to participate.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Homework/Remembering 4-5.  Your child was asked to tear out today's work from their workbook and bring those pages home, in case there are any questions on how to do the assignment.

Wednesday, January 2, 2013

Welcome to the year 2013.  The year of the Snake in Japan.

Due to the shortened week, there will not be spelling or word sorts.

Homework:

Reading - read 20 minutes

Math - study flashcards
Fluency Check 10

Turn in December Reading minutes, if not already done so.