Thursday, December 11, 2008

Homework:

Read 20 minutes
Math sheet
Study spelling words Test Tomorrow!
Social Studies if not completed in class


Homework Folders:
I am running low on new homework folders. If your student has a tore up homework folder that looks like it has been through a war please buy them a new one. Please make sure it is plain yellow. It’s easy for me to see and notice. Thank you!

Check Backpacks! Today Thursday Thoughts come home, and a bunch of corrected papers are coming home!

Just Right Books!
Winter break is just around the corner and reading is going to be essential. Please remember to encourage your student to choose a Just Right Book. First they read the summary of the book to see if they are interested in the book. Then they read the first or second page. If they miss 4-5 words on that page the book is too hard. Time to pick another book.

Here is a great website I refer to when I want to know the grade level of a book. You will see a number that looks something like this, 4.3. That means 4th grade 3rd month.

http://home.comcast.net/~ngiansante/

Wednesday, December 10, 2008

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Handwriting sheet
Spelling
Reading class work if not done in class.

I have noticed that many students are making careless mistakes on their homework. Please make sure directions are read and followed.

Canned Food Drive:
Don’t forget to bring in cans for the canned food drive. We have been holding steady at about 65 cans. Let’s see if we can get to 75!

Tuesday, December 09, 2008

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Math subtraction sheet
Reading sheet

There will be a spelling test this Friday, Dec. 12th

Monday, December 08, 2008

Homework:
Read 20 minutes—Finish the reading from class
Math sheet
Language arts sheet—nouns
Finish Christmas senses story, with picture completed (only kids who did not finish in class)

Important Dates:
Dec. 9th- Band and Orchestra concert
Dec. 12th- 4s test
Dec.19-School Sing along 10:15am

Friday, December 05, 2008

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Math Whizz (if you have it)

Have a great weekend!

Thursday, December 04, 2008

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Multiplication math sheet


Food Drive:
This class has been so generous with bringing food for the food drive. You can also donate toilet paper, toothpaste, shampoo….
As a class we set a goal of bringing in a total of 54 items. The class has gone beyond the goal with a whopping 57 items! Keep up the great work!

Math Whizz:
Math Whizz applications are due tomorrow Friday Dec. 5th.

Tuesday, December 02, 2008

A Lot of Information

Thank you so much for the puzzle pieces and the wrapping paper! You are a group of parents who pulls through! Thank you again!

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Reading sheet
Study math flashcards


Forest Ridge is conducting a canned food drive. C3 has set a goal for each of us to bring in 2 non-perishable items. If you can donate great! If not, no worries.

I have another way to give this season. It’s not school related. My church sponsors an orphanage in El Proviner, Mexico. I have gone to Mexico for a number of years to help out another orphanage there. This particular orphanage is the only one within 300 miles who accepts special needs kids. We are doing a penny drive to raise money for this orphanage. I thought this would be a great way for C3 kids to help kids without the same luxuries they have. I have a ton of pictures from the schools and orphanage I went to that I am going to share with the kids. If they would like to donate a few pennies or change great, again if not no big deal. This is strictly voluntary.

School Supplies:
Its that time of year! Pencils are shrinking, and erasers are worn out. Please double check with your student and make sure they have the necessary supplies for the school day. There are a couple of students who need scissors and glue.

Fun December events:
Dec. 2nd Keizer Tree Lighting 6pm Cider, cookies, and caroling

Dec. 4th Lancaster Mall "Kids Club" 6-7pm Kids will decorate their own canvas pillowcase with a slot for a 4x6 photo
SATURDAY,DECEMBER 6th

Willamette Queen Stern wheeler Toy Drive
Free one hour excursion 1:30-2:30 with 2 cans of food or new toy. Sip cocoa while floating down the river....

Volcanoes Stadium Santa arrives by Helicopter at 11:00am Free E-photos and candy canes 11-3

Elsinore Theatre Holiday Party for the Kids 10am Free
Watch 'Kung-Fu Panda' meet Santa, sing songs and receive a bag of holiday goodies 375-3574

Riverfront Park Tree Lighting 5 pm Cocoa, cookies and music.

Michaels Kids Club 10-2 $5 Santa's Workshop
All children will make gifts and wrap them as well!

Home Depot Kids Workshop Free 9-12 Art Easel

Ongoing....

Als Garden Center
Mrs.Clause and elves read holiday stories to the kids 10:30 am Dec. 6th, 13th, and 20th

Salem Public Library Winter Break Programs must be registered 588-6088 *Gift Making 12/23
*For the Birds Story&Craft 12/30
* Lego Building Contest 12/31
West Salem Branch *Holiday Book Bingo w/prizes 12/29

Riverfront Carousel
Breakfast with Santa 8-9:30am Dec. 13, 20, 22, 24
$20 per person Includes ride, visit from Santa, breakfast, photo, and a special gift from Santa

Free Rides Christmas and New Years Day 12-4 with can food donation

YMCA Family Night Dec. 10th 5:30-7:30 'Winter Wonderland' dinner, crafts and door prizes $3 adult $2 kid 399-2796

Bullwinkle's Family Night Friday, Dec. 12th 5-9 pm Includes unlimited go karts, lazer tag, mini golf, bumper boats batting cages and playland.
(Also happens on Dec. 31st) $20 per person

Northern Lights Theatre Double Play Saturday Dec. 13th doors open 11:45am $10 per person includes movie, play, pizza, drink and snack. Play: Busy Christmas Eve with Santa visiting Movie: TBA

Lowes Sat. Dec. 13th 10am Build your own Gingerbread House Free

Mission Mill Dec. 13th Family Fun Saturday Free 11-1 Holiday Stories

Winterfest at Oregon Garden Dec 13th 11-1 $5 wreath making, cookie decorating, and other crafts 874-8100

Silver Falls Christmas Festival Dec. 13th,14th11-4 $3 per vehicle wreath making, stories, gingerbread houses, ornaments and cards. JR Beaver and Santa visiting South Falls Lodge

Festival of Lights Holiday Parade Downtown Salem Dec. 13th 6:30 pm

If you go to the 'Miracle of Christmas' light display in the Gubser neighborhood, Pack 12 scouts will be out taking your donations on Dec. 14th...make sure to stop by!

Monday, December 01, 2008

Homework:
Read 20 minutes
Proof reading worksheet
Write spelling words 5 times each
3’s math worksheet
Finish cell pictures, finish any reading that needs to be done (not all kids have this)

Art projects:
I have some art ideas for the class this month. I would like to start one of them tomorrow. If you have any wrapping paper you don’t need we could use it for our project. I have some, but its nice to have a variety.

Math Whizz:
Please allow time for students to play on Math Whizz. Its so beneficial to them! Also if you are interested in signing up for Math Whizz, have forms in by the 5th of December.

Field trip:
December 3rd is out field trip to the Elsinore to see James and the Giant Peach. We will leave at 11:30. We will have lunch at 11:00 that day. No need to bring a special lunch.

Tuesday, November 25, 2008

C3 News

Christmas Crafts:
I am planning on doing a few fun Christmas crafts with the kids. I need a few things from you if possible.
Fabric scraps
Christmas wrapping paper or wrapping paper scraps
Small puzzle pieces
If you have any of these hanging around the house we can use them for our art.

Homework Update:
I am going to tweek homework just a bit. You may have noticed on Tuesdays I have been sending a reading worksheet home with the kids. Here is what you can expect for homework during the week.

Mondays: read 20 minutes, math sheet, language arts
Tuesdays: read 20 minutes, math sheet, reading sheet
Wednesdays: read 20 minutes, math sheet, handwriting sheet
Thursdays: read 20 minutes, math sheet, Social studies or science when necessary
Fridays: Read 20 minutes

Spelling will also be thrown in there as well.


Links:

It seems that the links I have posted on the blog are not working. I will look into fixing them. They are great resources. I hope I am able to figure out what is wrong with them. I will keep you posted.

Monday, November 24, 2008

Chirstmas Project

Last night as I was counting sheep I thought of a cute little Christmas project to do with the kids. If you have any old puzzles with smaller pieces you don't want any more I would love to use them for this project. If you know of anybody who wants to get rid of puzzles with small pieces please send them my way.

Sunday, November 23, 2008

Buddy Rooms

On Friday we got together with our buddy room A3 and read them our fractured fairytale. If you don't know what a fracture fairytale is ask your student. If they don't know then that means they were not listening in class. :)
Everyone had a great time.








The only homework the kids have this week is to read 20 minutes every day for a grand total of 120 minutes.
Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Thursday, November 20, 2008

Homework:

Read 20 minutes
Math sheet
Study spelling words—test tomorrow!!

The weather is getting cold, windy and rainy. Please make sure students have a warm jacket or coat.

My electric pencil sharpener is not doing well. If your students have a hand held manual sharpener they can bring to school to use that would be very helpful. I am looking in to getting a new sharpener.

Important dates:
November 24-25 conferences- NO SCHOOL
November 26 – NO SCHOOL

December 1st- parent club meeting 6:30
December 3rd- field trip to James and the Giant peach ( I have both of my chaperons)
December 5th- Parents night out
December 9th- Band and Orchestra concert 6:30
December 19th- winter assembly 10:15
December 22-Jan. 2- No School—Winter Break

Wednesday, November 19, 2008

Homework for November 19 , 2008

Read for 20 minutes

Finish sloppy copy of Farmer Brown letter

Write spelling words in sentences. Remember capital letters and periods. Sentences should be complete!

Finish blue math sheet from class

Some students are done with their Farmer Brown letters and blue math sheets. Other students should almost be done.

Field Trip!
On December 3rd we are going on a field trip! We will be going to the Elsinore Theatre to watch the play James and the Giant Peach. We read the book at the beginning of the year. The play begins at 12:00. We will be leaving the school at 11:30, and returning around 1:45. We will be eating lunch at school at 11:00. The cost of the field trip will be $4.00 for each student. We have enough room for 2 chaperones. If are interested in going let me know ASAP.
Permission slips going home today!

Tuesday, November 18, 2008

Homework for November 18th:

Read 20 minutes
Math worksheet
Reading sheet
Any reading class work that is not done

This Just In!
Math Whizz will be available again! During conferences you can sign your child up for this great math program. We have really seen results, and progress with kids who have this program. They are able to use it at school, and at home. The cost is $35.00 for a whole year. From what I have seen it is well worth the money!

Conferences:
Conferences are November 24th and 25th. I have everyone scheduled and ready to go. There are two important things I need you to do for me. First please come on time, and second please bring your student. Conferences are just as important for them as they are for parents.

Friday Party Treats:
Our Friday Party Treats are running low. If at all possible could you please donate a bag of candy to a good cause.

Monday, November 17, 2008

Important Stuff

Today Mr. E helped begin our science work samples. Students may need to bring some materials from home. We are experimenting with where seeds may sprout. Some students want to see if seeds will sprout if watered with soda. They will need to bring the soda from home. They will need these materials by tomorrow morning. If they don't bring the materials then they will need to change their question and hypothesis. If you have any questions please email me or call.

Homework tonight is:
Read 20 minutes
Multiplication sheet/ threes flashcards. Please study we will have a 3's test Dec.1st!
Social studies- A Presidents Day

Have a great day!

Friday, November 14, 2008

Have a great weekend

The only home work for this weekend is to read for 20 minutes. Many kids would still like to order books so I extended the ordering until Monday Nov. 17th. Please make sure your conference slip is also turned in by Monday.

Thank you for all you do!

Have a great weekend!

Thursday, November 13, 2008

All in a Days Work

First of all I want to say that I am sorry I end up posting so late. If I have pictures to share then I have to post between 7:30-8:30pm. That's when Abby goes to bed. Adding to a blog with an 11 month crawling around is no easy task. So just know to check later in the evening.

The Keizer Rotary came and gave the 4th graders Dictionaries. I had students keep them at school for now because I have some activities I want to do with dictionaries while everyone has one.
Today the class was working really hard during reading. There are three groups reading three different books. I based these groups on reading level. I tried having the whole class read one book, but it was too hard for some, just right for others, and too easy for the rest. So one group is reading Shiloh Season, which is a great book that is a trilogy. Another group is reading about Louis Braille, and my last group is reading A Year Down Yonder. They all seem to be enjoying the books.









Stay tuned for more fun times in C3
Oh...I almost forgot! I sent home conference slips confirming dates and times. Please send these back ASAP. If I need to move people around I want to do it with plenty of time.
Thank you!




Nov. 13, 2008 Homework

Read 20 minutes

multiplication math sheet
Practice 2's with flashcards

Oregon Studies Weekly worksheet (most kids finished in class).

Wednesday, November 12, 2008

November 12th Homework

Read 20 minutes

Copy spelling words 5 times each

Multiplication worksheet--- NO CALCULATORS!

Remember to study for the 2's test on Friday!

C-3 News

Book orders:
Book orders are due November 14th. There are a number of great deals in the order forms, and some fantastic holiday books. A few order forms have come in and parents are ordering books for Christmas presents. What an affordable way to get kids reading!

C-3 Lessons:

Reading: Ask your student what book they are reading during reading time. Have them tell you about it.
Vocabulary seems to be an issue for most students. We have been working on synonyms, and antonyms. I am trying to find some websites that you can use at home too. I will keep you posted.

Writing: We will begin some persuasive letter writing, hopefully by Friday.

Math: We are diving into multiplication, and division. I want to get multiplication steady then move on to division. Some Geometry will also be thrown in. Students will be tested on their 2's this Friday the 14th. I sent home flash cards so hopefully they got home and are being practiced.

Science: We are continuing living things. Mr. Etchemendy will be coming in to teach a Science work sample lesson. We will also be working on classifying living things.

Social Studies: We are finishing up with Government (took longer than I thought), and will be moving into Lewis and Clark soon.

Homework:
I have noticed a huge drop in the amount of students bring back homework. Not only is homework a chance to teach responsibility, its also great practice for material we have covered in class. Please make sure to set aside homework time, and remind students to put their materials in their back packs.

If you are able to donate candy for the Friday parties we would greatly appreciate it. I know many of you just bought stuff for our Harvest party, so if you did not get a chance to donate for the party this is your chance to donate for the Friday Parties!

Math Whizz:
I am still learning the ins and outs of Math Whizz. If you have questions please ask and I will find the answer for you. The kids who have Math Whizz love it. I try to give them time during school to use it, but its not a lot of time. Please set aside time at home to use this great program. Many kids who do not have Math Whizz are very interested in it. I believe (don't quote me on this) there will be a time in January when kids will have a chance to sign up.

Friday, November 07, 2008

A long Weekend

Just a reminder we have no school the 10th or the 11th. Students are to read for 60minutes during their long weekend. Many students missed Friday party because Reading Slips and Homework were not turned in on time. This is the time of year to really watch your students and make sure they are still on top of their game.

Have a great weekend!

Thursday, November 06, 2008

November Activities

Craft Warehouse:
Every Saturday in November, beaded Snowflake $1.oo all day
Make your own Ornament 1-3 free

Sunday November 9th 1-3 Snowflake Votive Free
1-3 Christmas craft 1.00 each

Lowes:
Nov.8 kids build workshop semi truck
Nov. 22 football goal
Free 10-11:00

Mission Mill
Nov. 8th Family Fun 11-1 Learn to knit
Free 3rd floor

Michaels
Nov. 8 kids club Under the Sea figures
nov.15 Yarn cake slice
nov. 22 kids choice day
Ages 3-12 $5 per class

Northern Lights Theatre
Nov. 15 Double play Saturday 11:45
Movie is Igor and the play is Jack and the Bean stalk
$10 per person includes movie, play, pizza, drink and popcorn

Library
Nov. 21st Curtis Carlyle Juggler/comedian
Free in the Loucks Lecture Hall Doors open 6:45

Woodburn Co. Stores
Nov.22 Tree lighting at 5pm See real Reindeer

Carousel
Nov. 28th 12pm Santa Arrives by Express train in front of Carousel Free Hot chocolate

OOPS!

I forgot....We have a spelling test tomorrow, November 7th! Study hard!

caught
November
either
special
happened
possible
beautiful
piece
probably
certain

November 6, 2008 Homework

Reading 20 minutes

Multiplication worksheet--- no calculators!! EVER!

Flashcards-- cut the flashcards out and use them to practice for your "2's" test. Your test will be given November 14th!

Oregon Studies Weekly crossword.

Make sure your name is on all of your work.

Wednesday, November 05, 2008

Book Reports

Todays book reports were awesome! I am so proud of each student. This has been a very busy week with assessments and speeches. Feel free to treat your kid to an ice cream, they deserve it! :) I forgot my camera today, so I will post pictures tomorrow.

Have a great evening!

November 5,2008 Homework

Read 20 minutes

Multiplication Math Worksheet

Scholastic News--Read through the magazine (we read some in class) and complete page 8

Make sure names are on your homework, or I will not count them.

Tuesday, November 04, 2008


The first book reports of the year were a success. I am so impressed with how much work each student has put into their diorama, and report! Great job! I know that tomorrows group will be just as great!

















November 4, 2008 Homework

Reading: Read 20 minutes, reading worksheet, work on book reports

Monday, November 03, 2008

Book Reports

We will be presenting book reports in the afternoon November 4th and 5th. I am so sorry that I did not get this information to you sooner. Sometimes parents like to come watch. You are more than welcome to come and watch your student present. I will make sure the next book report presentation times are known ahead of time.

November 4th 1:00-2:00 This time could vary depending on the length. We could be done before 2:00

November 5th 1:00-2:00 This time could vary as well.

Thank you so much for all of your hard work!
Have a great night!

Monday Homework

Reading 20 minutes

Work on Book reports
Practice, Practice, Practice

This weeks spelling words: caught, November, either, special, happened, possible, beautiful, piece, probably, certain

There will be a spelling test Friday the 7th.

Please remember NO SCHOOL the 10th and 11th

Sunday, November 02, 2008

Harvest Party Pictures!

The Harvest Party was so much fun! We owe it all to the parents who donated their time and supplies! Thank you so much for a great day!






































Pumpkin Patch Pictures

These are not all of the pictures I took. I chose a few highlights.


















Friday, October 31, 2008

Fall Conferences

Yesterday (10-30-08) I sent home a Fall Conference preference schedule with each student. It is very important that you fill it out and return ASAP. We are scheduling next week and want to try our hardest to put you in a time slot that works for you.

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Pumpkin Patch

The pumpkin patch was a success. Last year EZ Orchards only had small pumpkins. So I prepared the kids for small pumpkins. I didn't want them to get there thinking they were going to get a huge pumpkin. Well.......I was very wrong! The pumpkins were huge. Of course we all had to get the biggest one we could carry. Then some kids had to roll them into our classroom. The students each learned how to pick an apple, and they went through the Oregon corn maze. Ask them to fill you in on some great information they learned. Initially I had this great worksheet requiring the kids to work in pairs and research some Oregon facts from the maze. I had clip boards and the worksheets. However, I forgot pencils! My plan did not work out as I wanted it to. We still had a lot of fun and enjoyed an apple cider doughnut afterwards. I love the pumpkin patch and look forward to going again next year.

Pictures to come later.