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We had a messy week in 5B!  Hopefully your kids told you about our cool science experiments and a big thank you to all the parents who volunteered their time and supplies to help.

Math:  We tested over our unit on estimation and place value this week.  It was not an easy test and the kids did a good job.  Corrections were made on the test and we started our next unit on Order of Operations. 

Language Arts: We were so excited to start our first literature study of Voyage of the Dawn Treader.  The students each have a literature journal we are working through in class.  We will use this as a guide for our reading and also a way to learn vocabulary from the book.  Although I will not take a grade on this every day, I told the class that it is very important that they complete their work, you never know when I will do a check!

Spalding:  We have almost completed our notebook and should be starting our spelling list soon. 

Science: We had a great time doing experiments last week.  Our area of study with these experiments was chemical change versus physical change and we also took a look at what Newtonian fluids are.  We presented our atom models and I was so impressed with all the hard work the kids did.  They are now hanging from the rafters!  This week we will be reviewing and then taking the Chemistry test on Friday.

History: We focused on the Incas last week and learned about their culture, this was an eye-opening discussion!  Next we learn about the Aztecs to finish the unit.  Our test will be next Monday.

Reminders:

 

Next week, we will change the way students sit in the Multi-Purpose Room awaiting dismissal. Presently, they sit alphabetically. Beginning next week, they will sit in their class section. Students will expected to sit quietly and work on a small homework assignment or read a book. There will be no open water bottles or eating of food. This will allow for a more orderly dismissal.

With this new system, you will receive a new placard for your vehicle. Students will bring this home on Friday. If you have more than one Archway student, your oldest student will bring home the new placard. Please begin using this placard on Monday, September 15th. If you do not receive a new placard please e-mail Mr. Posner at jposner@archwayarete.org

 

 Important Dates

 

  Progress Reports sent home: Friday, Sept. 14, these will only go to students who need to      improve their grades. 

  Spalding and Singapore Night: September 17th, 6-8 pm