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5th Grade – Home Energy Survey

Oct4

Today your child attended an assembly presented by the National Energy Foundation and Rocky Mountain Power.  They were given a Home Energy Survey to complete and return to school.  Please help us thank our presenters by returning this survey no later than Friday, October 6, 2017.

Upon returning this survey, your child will receive a nightlight (which they are all super excited about).  If all 5th level students return this survey, our class will receive a $50 gift card to purchase materials for our class.

 

Week 7 – In School “Field Trips” and 4th Level AWHC Trip

Oct1

I can’t believe we are beginning the seventh week of school!

This week we have two in school “field trips” related to 4th and 5th grade science concepts.

  • Wednesday, Rocky Mountain Power will be talking to our 5th level students about conservation and electricity.  To reward them for completing a home energy survey, each 5th level student will receive a night light.   In addition to the night light, our classroom will receive a $50 gift card if all students return their survey.  Please watch for this to come home Wednesday, and return it by Friday so that we will be eligible for the $50!!
  • Thursday, Meteorologist – Dan Guthrie will be presenting to our 4th level students.  Dan has been at KSL since 2013.  He visits nearly 100 elementary schools each year.  We are so excited to have him coming to MMA.

Next week, October 12, our 4th level students will be travel to the American West Heritage Center in Wellsville, Utah.  There they will learn about Utah Native American Heritage, Mountain men and Utah Pioneers.  If you haven’t already signed the permission slip, please do so and return no later than Wednesday, October 4.

Finally, Parent Teacher Conference is coming up October 16-18.  Watch for the We Join In link to sign up for a conference time.

Week 5 – Thanks and Things to Remember

Sep16

I want to give a big shout out to all of the parents who volunteered their time to drive and chaperone in the drizzly cold yesterday!  The experience was great and the kids learned a lot.   We will be going to the Hogle Zoo Tuesday, October 24. We will need parent drivers and chaperones for this trip as well.  As a heads up, chaperones will have an entrance fee into the zoo.  Unfortunately, our field trip funds do not cover chaperones.

Our first home project is due Monday, September 18.  We are presenting these projects to another classroom in small groups.  It is important that your child comes prepared with their project on Monday.  You can find the original post regarding this project here.

Our first IXL assignment was given last week and is due Sunday.  As outlined on the classroom management plan you received, these assignments are mandatory.  Your child is expected to record them each week in their planner and complete this work at home.  If they do not record this work in their planner, you can find it at the top of the homepage under the IXL link.  Students are welcome to practice any IXL they want, as long as the homework assignment is completed first.  I have spoken to the class about making arrangements with me if the resources needed to complete this are not available at home.

Finally, we have early release this Friday, September 22, at 1:00 pm.  Please make the necessary arrangements to pick up your child at this time.

School Supplies and Preparation 2017-2018

Jul22

It’s every kid’s favorite time of year…School Supply Shopping! If your child’s supplies are in good shape from last year (no broken binders or pencil pouches please), I encourage you to reuse them.  Please do not label each item with your child’s name.  See the school supply preparation instructions for details (below the supply list).

In addition to your child’s individual school supplies, I am requesting that each grade level provide the item listed below. As we run out of these consumable items, I will send out another request.**

If you need assistance supplying your child’s personal school supplies, please let me know prior to the start of school.

  • White 2” 3-ring Binder (Working Binder – can use last year’s binder if it is in good shape)
  • White 1” 3-ring Binder (Portfolio – can use last year’s binder if it is in good shape)
  • 25 page protectors (to be used for student portfolio – can use last year’s)
  • 1 pkg wide ruled notebook paper (placed in the working binder)
  • 2 pkg dividers (5 subject with pockets – can use last year’s)
  • 3 wide-ruled composition notebooks (black)
  • 1 pkg colored pencils
  • 1 highlighter (any color)
  • Pencil Pouch – zippered pouch to keep items from spilling if dropped
  • Slippers – Please see the dress code guidelines for appropriate slippers
  • Water Bottle – Reusable

**4th Grade – 1 roll paper towels

**5th Grade – 2 boxes Kleenex

**6th Grade – 2 pkgs 3×5 ruled index cards (white)

Optional but helpful

  • Comfortable pair of scissors – No safety scissors please, medium or adult scissors are best.
  • Handheld pencil sharpener
  • 1 flash drive
  • Low-profile clip board

School Supply Preparation

Prior to the first day of school, your child will need to prepare his or her school supplies. This is your child’s first homework assignment. Please assist your child in following the directions below.

The only items that should be labeled with your child’s name are listed below, everything else will go into the classroom supply cupboard for later use.

Working Binder

  • Create a spine label with first and last name (we will make covers for the binders during the first week of school)
  • Place 5 dividers in working binder
  • Label a tab for Language, Writing, Math, Cultural, Science
  • Divide package of lined paper evenly between all sections

Portfolio

  • Create spine label with first and last name (we will create a cover as part of an in class activity)
  • Place 5 dividers into portfolio
  • Label a tab for Math, ELA, Cultural, Executive Functions, Report Card Reflections
  • Place 5 sheet protectors behind each divider

Pencil Pouch (with zipper)

  • Label with first and last name
  • Colored Pencils
  • Pencil Sharpener*
  • Flash Drive*
  • Highlighter
  • Scissors*

 

*optional

Thank you for assisting your child in being prepared for the first day of school. Having these items ready to go will help our class get off to a great start!

Back to School 2017-2018

Jul22

With July wrapping up and August on it’s way, it’s time to get ready to come back to school!  In order to start the year off right, please read through this information with your child.

School Supplies

Please be sure to check the specific supplies for our classroom as each teacher requires something different.  You can find the list and guideline for preparation here.   If you choose to deliver supplies (highly recommended) prior to the first day of school, please be sure to put your child’s name and my name (Ms. Amity) on the bag so they make it to the correct classroom.

If you have a sixth grade student, your child will need an additional, white, 2-inch 3-ring binder for their Expert Project. I will address this project in a separate post.

The school dress code can be found here .  Providing your child with appropriate options for school reduces the number of dress code reminders that we need to fill out allowing us to focus on education.  Please help Ms. Kari and I do our job effectively by ensuring your child adheres to the school dress code.  Girls: please remember leggings may only be worn under skirts, skorts or dresses (not alone).  Your child will need a pair of Indoor Shoes to wear while in the classroom and other lessons taking place in the building.

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Pool Party

Join us for our annual pool party Tuesday, August 15 from 7-9pm at North Shore Aquatic Center across the street from the school.  You will have an opportunity to purchase shirts, sign up to volunteer, reconnect with friends and chat with Ms. Kari and myself.