Have a lovely Winter Break!

Be SAFE!

Enjoy your family!

With love,
Mrs. Cannon

P.S.
See you on Monday, January 9, 2017.

Language Arts:
Today we reviewed dependent clauses and I handed back spelling and writing for a parent signature. Make sure each missed word is spelled correctly 10 times add definitions 10 times for missed vocab words.

Math:
Get 3 math quizzes signed by an adult.
Finish math worksheet pa. 120/126.

Art:  Today we did a winter scene with birch trees in the snow. Students worked on foreground/background and shadows in water color.

Other:
There is school tomorrow.

The wrap party is from 5:30-??  at school for our "adopted" family. Remember, you do NOT have to bring a gift to attend. Your help IS your gift. I will be issuing a homework pass for students who attend.

Winter break is from Wednesday, December 21-Friday, January 6. We return on Monday, January 9th.

Language Arts: Today was the Cougar Pride Assembly :)
Also, we took the spelling and vocabulary test.

Math:
Today we did a "Number Talk", corrected the RCC book and did the estimate jar....congratulations, Emma!!

She got the exact correct answer with 70 Hershey kisses...minus one... ;)

History:
We reviewed the Colonial Regions.

Other:


Remember:  THERE IS SCHOOL NEXT MONDAY AND TUESDAY.

READ AND GET CAUGHT UP ON YOUR IREADY ASSIGNMENTS.

Language Arts:
Today we learned about theme:
Steps:
1. Think about what happened to the characters: did the story end well or not for them?
2. What is the message that you are supposed to learn from the story?

Remember to R.A.C.E.


Remember spelling and vocabulary tests on Friday

Math:
Finish RCC 133-135 and worksheet 97/98

Science test on chapter 3 was taken today.

PE today
Other:  Dine out night tomorrow and Papa John's Pizza on Central Ave.
We do have school next Monday and Tuesday!!

Language Arts:
We went over the rules for syllabication-in order to split up words correctly when writing. I collected signed Glendale Creates papers.
Study for spelling and vocabulary test on Friday. PB page 79 and 82.

Math:
We discussed a mental math technique for finding a fraction of a whole number. We reviewed tape diagrams. Finish GEMS page 51 by tomorrow.

Dance:
Today was dance with Mrs. Neel.

History:
Students took Chapter 7 test today.

Science:
Tomorrow is the chapter 3 science test. Do NOT stay up late studying-remember, you'll do better with more sleep. :)

Other:
1. Thursday is the Papa John's dine out night-YUM.
2. Please return your intention to participate with our "adopted" family-if you're interested.
3. If you're interested in donating towards the classroom holiday party, please send in a $3-5 donation with your child's name on it and I'll pass it along to the moms who have volunteered to organize the party. :) (Mrs. Baneham and Mrs. Rodgers)

Language Arts:
1. Get parent signature on Glendale Creates about the boy and his dad and the cruise.
2. Finish Vmap by Wednesday for words on page 79 of the PB-
3. Vocabulary and spelling tests = Friday.

Math:
1. We went over answers for two worksheets and collected 6 parent signatures.
2. Get a parent signature on your notes for multiplying fractions.

Today was the spelling bee: Congratulations to Malvina, Evelyn, and our overall runner-up Narek A.!!  You all did a fantastic job today. We are soooooooo p-r-o-u-d of you.

Science: Don't forget the chapter 3 test = this Wednesday.

History: We did a chapter review for chapter 7: test = TOMORROW!!!

OTHER:
Letters went home today from the fifth grade committee about our adopted family. Please consider joining this fun venture.

Mrs. Baneham and Mrs. Rodgers are collecting 3-5 dollars per student to do a holiday party on Tuesday, December 20th.
This Thursday is the dine out night at Papa John's on Central avenue- click on the link to check out the flier. :)

Language Arts:
READ! Get caught up on iREADY

Math:
Get adult signatures on:
1.  multiplication quiz (passing = 90% or better)
2. 89/90
3. 93/94
4. 91/92
5. 115/116
6. 264/265

Complete Math Boxes: 146/141; 133/114; 152/159


If you did not finish your second lesson today, do so by tomorrow on tenmarks.com

Science:
We did the chapter review for Science Chapter 3: The Human Body; test = next Wednesday.
All quizzes were returned for students to use for study.

History: Chapter 7 test = next Tuesday.

Other:

Classroom Party:  Mrs. Baneham and Mrs. Rodgers are planning a party for the last Tuesday in December. They are requesting donations between $3-5 per student to pay for pizza and treats. Please label any donations with their names and I'll have your children give them to these moms. :)

Our family:

Dear Families,

For December, the 5th Grade has "adopted" a family.

Our Adopted Family consists of a Grandmother raising her three 5 year old grand-daughters (triplets!), age 5 (both parents are deceased). These children have never had an actual Christmas. Please sign up for one or more items on the sign up sheet (under Volunteers tab) to help this family have an amazing Christmas. 

We will have a Wrap Party on December 20 from 5:30pm - 7pm in the Keppel Cafeteria. PLEASE bring the gift you have signed up for and your 5th grader to help wrap the gifts and participate in the wonderful feeling of helping others. If you cannot attend the party, please have your child bring their gift to their classroom on Monday, Dec. 19.

If we fill up all the spaces on the list, I will add more items!

PLEASE INCLUDE GIFT RECEIPTS WITH ALL OF YOUR GIFTS.

Questions? Contact Dena Cavazos (818) 720-3399  denacuccia@yahoo.com

Here is the link to the wish list: https://5thgradekeppelclassof2017.shutterfly.com/signup

Camp Highland PACKING LIST

Please bring only one suitcase and bedroll. Students must carry their own luggage, so pack carefully!

BEDROLL: consists of ONE PILLOW and ONE SLEEPING BAG rolled up and placed in a garbage bag for rain protection. Label the garbage bag with your child’s name and school.  If you do not have a sleeping bag, bring SHEET(S) and a BLANKET instead.  Our bunks all have regular twin sized mattresses. A SUITCASE OR DUFFEL BAG SHOULD CONTAIN ALL OF YOUR CLOTHING AND PERSONAL ITEMS:

CLOTHING: CHECK OFF AS YOU PACK q  Shoes – 2 pairs *** q  Long Pant – 4 pairs, no baggy or skinny jeans style *** q  Rain Gear – Jacket and PantsWaterproof *** q  Underwear – 3 pairs*** q  Socks – 6 pairs*** q  Pajamas – 1 pair *** q  T-Shirts (not tank tops) – 4 pairs *** q  Long Sleeved Shirts – 2 pairs *** q  Shorts – 1 pair (warmer months only!) q  Sweater or Sweatshirt – 2 pairs *** q  Warm Jacket/Gloves and Hat for cold weather *** ESSENTIAL!!!

PERSONAL ITEMS: CHECK OFF AS YOU PACK q  WATER BOTTLE with name on it *** q  Towel and Washcloth q  Soap q  Shampoo q  Brush/Comb q  Toothbrush and Toothpaste q  Chapped Lip Protection q  Lotion (face and body) q  Paper/Pen/Envelopes and Stamps q  SUNSCREEN (NO SPRAY CAN) q  Books/Magazines for quiet time q  Camera/Film, with your name on it q  Backpack PLEASE WRITE YOUR NAME ON EVERYTHING. CHOSS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR LOST OR STOLEN ITEMS.

DON’T BRING TO CHOSS LIST:  It will be confiscated upon arrival.

·         No food, drinks, candy or gum ·         No electronic equipment (iPodwalkman, radio, cell phone, or videogames) ·         No hair dryers ·         No razors or shaving cream ·         No makeup, perfume, hair / deodorant spray, mousse, or gel. ·         No bandanas

·         No matches, pocket knife, or any weapons ·         No money: you won’t need it ·         IF IT IS NOT PERMITTED AT YOUR SCHOOL, IT IS NOT PERMITTED ATCHOSS!  PLEASE DO NOT BRING IT!

Long pants (i.e.: the pants must reach all the way down to the tops of their shoes) are required for students and Instructors during all day/evening classes and activities.  This is for their protection.  Shorts are permitted for sleeping and during inside cabin activities only. 

PLEASE NO CAPRI PANTS, SKINNY JEANS, YOGA PANTS OR LEGGINGS!!!

Language Arts:
Today we worked on Point of View. Students need to complete one worksheet.
READ for pleasure and get caught up on iREADY.

Math:
We worked on multiplying mixed numbers. Steps:
1. Convert mixed numbers or whole numbers into improper fractions.
2. Cross simplify, if possible.
3. Multiply across.
4. Simplify AGAIN!

Complete two worksheets: pages 260/261, 95/96

History:
We completed taking notes on the History Chapter today. Chapter 7 test = Tuesday.

Science:
We did a review of important systems today and completed one worksheet for use to study.
Chapter 3 test = Wednesday.

Other:
Get items in Thursday folder signed and returned in Thursday folder. I will give the students back their quizzes to use to study for upcoming test AFTER I see a parent signature.

Tonight is Barnes and Noble night fundraiser for the PTA-such fun!!

Language Arts:

Today is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day-we read and discussed this landmark event in US history.

Math:

Today we were multiplying a fraction by a whole. We also took a timed multiplication fact quiz.
Students were given 4 worksheets: pages 93/94, 102/108, 264/265, 117/118

History:

We studied the founding of Rhode Island by Roger Williams, brave Anne Hutchinson, and the founding of Connecticut by Thomas Hooker. Students took notes on these important historical figures, as well as the Pequot and King Phillip's War.

Remember: Chapter 7 test  = next Tuesday.  Study for a few minutes 10-15 each night instead of cramming the night before the test.

Science: 

Remember Chapter 3 test = next Wednesday- you should be studying for a few minutes each night-not cramming the night before.

Other:
We have school through Tuesday, December 20th!

Language Arts:
Finish last week's vocabulary map with all 8 words, definitions, pictures, and sentences.
Get a parent signature on today's grammar/usage notes.

Math:
Complete 3 worksheets: pages 89/90, 91/92, 115/116
Get parent signatures on 10 different assignments-7 worksheets, 2 quizzes, 1 graded homework.

Science:
Today students took a quiz on the Excretory System and Urinary system.

Chapter 3 Science test = Wednesday, Dec. 14

History: Chapter 7 test = Tuesday, Dec. 13

Other:
Remember to turn in your camp interest forms-if you have not already done so!

Remember to read for pleasure and get you iREADY lessons done. :)

Language Arts:
Get a parent signature on your spelling test, story test "Stormalong", and your story from last week.
Finish the Glendale Creates worksheet. Use RACE and attack the questions.

Math:
Explain your notes about multiplying fractions.  Get a parent signature on your notes.

Get 10!!!!! different parent signatures.

Science:
We covered the Excretory System today. Study for quiz tomorrow.
Chapter 3 test = Wednesday, 12-14-16-not this Wednesday.

History: Be reviewing the material from chapter 7, test = next Tuesday.

Library:
Students went to Code.org today to participate in the National Hour of Code

Language Arts:
Today students took the spelling and vocabulary tests; students who turned in essays did not take the story test, those that didn't turn in an essay took the test.

Over the break: READ!!!

Math:
We reviewed the quizzes and I gave three easy worksheets:
p. 131/132, 52/54, 135/136.

Get Parent signatures on the quizzes.

Science:
We discussed the function of the respiratory system-GAS EXCHANGE!! Oxygen and carbon dioxide.

We took notes on the basic structures and vocabulary: mouth/nose, pharynx, trachea, epiglottis, bronchi, bronchus, and alveoli -lung berries;)

Other:
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break-I'm thankful for each one of you!!!

Don't forget to get caught up on iREADY and READ over the break.

OPtional project number a list of people or things or ideas that you are grateful for...each item = one table point.

Check out this Donor's Choose Project to support positive behavior interventions on campus.

Language Arts:
Today we had our spelling bee-congratulations Malvina and Narek A. !  We are p-r-o-u-d of y-o-u!
Students also worked on their optional essays and studied for vocabulary and spelling tests tomorrow.
Students who do not turn in a complete essay will take the story test for "Ultimate Field Trip" tomorrow.

Get parent signatures on 3 items: 1. Spellcabulary tests from last week. 2. spelling sentences 3. "Ultimate Field Trip" Story Questions

Math:
Students took two quizzes today. Students were given three ridiculously easy worksheets to finish after the test. One was on adding with like denominators, one was finding equivalent fractions (no you don't simplify these), and the third was the Strawberry-just do the math and the coloring-not the additional research/summary project.

History:
We began taking notes in our Google Docs on Chapter 7, Lesson 1-The New England Colonies.
We discussed the "first" Thanksgiving.

Science:
We went over worksheet p. 49/50 on digestion-all answers were given. This is to be used for studying for the upcoming chapter test. (After the Thanksgiving Break)

Other:
Tonight is McTeachers night at the McDonalds on Central-McSee you McThere. :)

OPTIONAL Thanksgiving Project: Make a numbered list of the things you are grateful for...I'll award a table point for every item on your list. :) Make sure you can defend your answers-if I ask you why you are grateful for an item, then you need to be able to explain why that item fills your heart with gratitude.  Anything that makes your heart full is allowed...

Language Arts:
Today we had our spelling bee-congratulations Malvina and Narek A.
Students also worked on their optional essays and studied for vocabulary and spelling tests tomorrow.
Students who do not turn in a complete essay will take the story test for "Ultimate Field Trip" tomorrow.

Math:
Students took two quizzes today. Students were given three ridiculously easy worksheets to finish after the test. One was on adding with like denominators, one was finding equivalent fractions (no you don't simplify these), and the third was the Strawberry-just do the math and the coloring-not the additional research/summary project.

History:
We began taking notes in our Google Docs on Chapter 7, Lesson 1-The New England Colonies.
We discussed the "first" Thanksgiving.

Science:
We went over worksheet p. 49/50 on digestion-all answers were given. This is to be used for studying for the upcoming chapter test. (After the Thanksgiving Break)

Other:
Tonight is McTeachers night at the McDonalds on Central-McSee you McThere. :)

OPTIONAL Thanksgiving Project: Make a numbered list of the things you are grateful for...I'll award a table point for every item on your list. :) Make sure you can defend your answers-if I ask you why you are grateful for an item, then you need to be able to explain why that item fills your heart with gratitude.  Anything that makes your heart full is allowed...

Today students spent time reviewing the spelling words on PB p. 71 for test on Friday and vocabulary words (PB p. 67) for vocabulary test on Friday.

Students also answered questions for the "Ultimate Field Trip" Story-these were collected in class.

Test or Project, student choice:
1. Optional project-see yesterday's blog for details- 5 paragraphs on either a problem or a dream-use LOTS of details to describe-each paragraph should be a MINIMUM of 5 sentences.
2. TAke the story test on Friday for "Ultimate Field trip"

Math:
Students continued working on subtracting fractions-2 worksheets and one worksheet for multiplication/division practice-use decimals for division-SHOW your work.

Science:
Students read Chapter 3, lesson 2-  The digestive system today...I hope your dinner turns into a quality bolus with each bite  (wink, wink)

PE: today. :)

Other:
Tomorrow is Mc Teacher's night...see you McThere on Central Ave. McDonald's. This benefits the fifth grade committee.

Language Arts:
We spent time understanding the text meaning and features of "Ultimate Field Trip"
Spelling test = p. 71 in PB on Friday
Vocabulary test = p. 67 in PB on Friday

Students have a choice this on assessment:

1. Write a 5 paragraph essay on a dream and steps to achieve that dream- one paragraph to describe the dream-4 paragraphs each detailing a different step and how it will help to achieve the dream

2. Write a 5 paragraph essay on a problem they have and the steps/solutions to solve that problem. One paragraph describing the problem in detail and four paragraphs with either a different step or solution for each paragraph.

3. Take the story test on Friday for "Ultimate Field Trip"


Math:
We began to work on regrouping for subtracting fractions.
Due by tomorrow: worksheet p. 122- DO NOT do page 121 (unless you want to ;)
Shelton worksheets p. 103 and page 108.

Science:
Students took a quiz today.

1. Dance:  Make sure your children wear dance shoes or have clean feet for dance. Also, make sure they are wear clothing that they can dance in-NO tights, no tight pants, no skirts.
2. Thursday = Mc TEachers' night at the local McDonalds on Central Avenue. I'll be mcworking from 6pm till 7pm-mcsee you mcthere...

3. Dear Friends,

I would like to invite you to our campus stadium this Friday night at 7:00 pm to help the Hoover Tornado Marching Band prepare for defending our state championship title this weekend.  We are going to give a performance of our show for our neighborhood, our friends and families, and our schools.  Friday's performance will be in full uniform and will include all of the props and costumes that we did not get a chance to use at any of the football games.  Admission is free!

Last season, we nearly filled our stadium with fans of the band.  The larger the audience, the better prepared our kids will be to repeat as champions and move on into open class finals.  We really need your support on this.  This is our home show.  It will be the only time the band will perform our complete show on this campus.  Come out and see what 70 hard-working and dedicated students have created.

Tell a friend.  Bring the family.  Eat in the stands.  Cheer on our Tornados.

Thank you for your support, and On Tornados!

Language Arts:
Students were given new spelling PB page 71 and vocabulary words PB p. 67- test =Friday
We are reading "Ultimate Field Trip" test = Friday

Math:
Students continued with adding fractions. Finish the worksheets distributed today p. 95, 109/110
Get a bazillion parent signatures = 5 worksheets.

Science:
Quiz tomorrow on Chapter 3, lesson 1-use the online science book at "Keppel Road to 900" for practice.

History:
Students took the chapter 6 test today.

Other:
Thursday is McTeacher's night at the Central Ave McDonalds.
Fundraising orders are supposed to arrive on Wednesday: please make arrangements to help your child bring orders home if you ordered a great deal of items.

Friday = Free dress day

Next week = Thanksgiving Break-NO School ALL week.

Today was a minimum day.

Language Arts:
Today we took the spellcabulary test.
We learned about stage directions and actor positions.
We also spent lots of time with our Maniac Magee read aloud...we're almost done!!

Math:
We learned about the standard algorithm for adding fractions with unlike denominators. Be sure to add 1/2 + 2/3 in your notebooks with the fraction sticks, a number line, AND the standard algorithm.

Many students need to study their multiplication tables every night for 5-10 minutes!

Other:
Today we went over fixed mindset vs. growth mindset. Check out this video-it's what we watched today.


Please return the empty Report Card envelope in your child's Thursday Folder on Monday, along with the signed Behavior Card.

Enjoy Veteran's Day off tomorrow. I told students to call/write and thank veterans that they know for their service to our country.

Language Arts:
Today we practiced "RACE" ing-a technique for answering questions completely.
R-Reword the question in the answer
A-Answer in your own words
C-Cite the text-QUOTE from the text
E-Explain/connect how the quote proves your answer.

We also studied the vocabulary words.

Spellcabulary test =tomorrow

Math:
Today we had an activity where students modeled adding fractions with "fraction sticks" (pieces of paper) and number lines.
Please make sure 3 worksheets are returned with parent signatures by tomorrow.

Science:
We began Chapter 3, Lesson -Human body systems.  There were two worksheets given-they're both due on Monday.  There is a quiz on lesson 1 on Tuesday.

History:
Chapter 6 test = Monday. Study the Big Mamoo

Other:
Tomorrow is a minimum day-dismissal is at 12:05pm. Be here on time to pick up your children-it will be incredibly hot again tomorrow.

Friday is a national holiday-Veteran's Day- NO SCHOOL.

Language Arts:
Today we finished reading "A Drop of Water" and went over the parts of speech to help students learn how to use their spellcabulary words.

1. Spellcabulary words test = Thursday
2. Spellcabulary sentences = due Wednesday
3. p. signature on last week's spellcabulary test = due Wednesday

Math:

Today we spent time creating number lines and finding equivalent fractions on the number line.
I gave out 3 worksheets = due Wednesday. One division, one fraction addition, one math boxes.

Tomorrow will be decimal division review with the substitute.
I'm out of the classroom at a math training.


Science:
Today students took the Chapter 2 test -plants.

History:
Big Mamoo Chapter 6 test = NEXT MONDAY

Other:
I'm out of the classroom tomorrow-no blog.
Thursday is a minimum day-students are dismissed at 12:05pm
Friday is a federal holiday-Veteran's Day-no school.
Tomorrow is election day-don't forget to vote.

Finally, remember there is absolutely no using phones on school grounds-not before or after school either. Play on your phones at home.

Remember to only say nice things on the internet!!!!....I'm getting complaints about students making mean comments about other student's artistic/dance abilities...if you don't have anything nice to say/type...THINK HARDER!!!!!

Language Arts:
Students took their spellcabulary test and were given their new lists for next week. (aster/astro & vit/viv/bio)

Students began reading "A Drop of Water"

Math:
We worked on equivalent fractions and simplifying fractions.

Science:
We reviewed the worksheets from yesterday.
Chapter 2 test = Monday

History:
We read and took notes on Chapter 6, Lesson 2.
Chapter 6 test = next Thursday.

Other:
Have a lovely weekend.
Behavior cards and Thursday Folders are due on Monday.
No school tomorrow. :)

Language Arts:
Students finished up the unit on text structures.
Tomorrow is the spellcabulary test.

Math:
We began adding fractions with like denominators.
1 worksheet on fractions & one division worksheet due tomorrow.

Science:
We did the Chapter Two-Plants review and practice test.
2 OPTIONAL worksheet were given for review-I'll go over answers tomorrow.
Chapter 2 test =Monday

History:
Finish notes on Big Mamoo pages 224-225.

Other:
Tomorrow is the last day for the food drive! Thanks for the generosity that will ensure many families have an abundant Thanksgiving. :)

NO SCHOOL tomorrow for students.

Language Arts:
Today students wrote thank you notes to the PTA for the assembly and yo-yo gifts. We also practiced our spellcabulary words.
Spellcabulary test = Thursday (No school on Friday)

Math:
We introduced fractions today.
2 worksheets on fractions/2 on coloring for multiplication/division

Science:
2 worksheets on photosynthesis-given yesterday-due tomorrow.

History :
Take notes on chapter 6, lesson one pages 224-225.

Other:
NO school on Friday-it is report card preparation day.

NO Halloween candy is allowed at school.

No yo-yo's are allowed at school.

Smiles ARE allowed at school. ;)

Language Arts:
Students took the interim state testing today.

Get a parent signature and write missed spellcabulary words 10x each.

Math:
Students took the interim state testing today.

Get parent signatures on 3 quizzes and 1 worksheet.
We reviewed the necessity of reading directions on the quizzes and using decimals instead of remainders on division problems.

Science:
I collected the plant transport worksheets and distributed the lesson 3 worksheets on Cellular Respiration and Photosynthesis. New worksheets are due on Wednesday.
Chapter 2 test = Friday!

Other:
Have a SAFE HALLOWEEN!
                    STAY WITH YOUR PACK
                                   CARRY A FLASHLIGHT AND
                                                                  REMEMBER THE CARS CANNOT SEE YOU!

Don't stay up too late!

Language Arts:
We took our spellcabulary test today.
We had a NED Assembly from the PTA today-
Never give up
Encourage Others
Do your best

Math:
We took three quizzes and did some tenmarks.com lessons.

History:
Students took a Chapter 5 history test today.

Science:
Chapter 2 test = next Thursday
2 Lesson 2 worksheets are due on Monday-students had time in class after the history test to work on these.

Other:
1. Have a great weekend.

2. Remember, students may NOT wear costumes to school. They may wear a Halloween themed t-shirt or small hat-NO Masks and NO WEAPONS.

3. 5th grade camp installments are due 11/18.

Language Arts:
We worked on text structures: complete pages 220-227 (Do not do p. 226) We had 45 minutes in class to work on this.

Math:
No math today-assemblies from 2nd and 3rd grade performances.

Science:
We worked on Chapter 2, Lesson 2-Specialized structures in plants.  Complete the two worksheets by Monday.
Test on Chapter 2 = Thursday

Other:
Please bring appropriate clothing for the rain tomorrow.

Thanks you for  the generous food donations. Our box continues to get fuller each day. :)

Red Ribbon Week = tomorrow wear ALL RED! :)

Language Arts:
 We finished the unit on scientific/technical texts and took notes on compare/contrast and cause/effect text structures.

Make sure you study for the spellcabulary.

Math:
We divided with decimals today. Finish the worksheet p. 41/42.
Get 4 p.sigs: one exit slip with division, one multiplication of decimals, two expanded form

History:
Today we did the chapter review for Test on Friday.  Be sure to study the important figures/people, and the vocabulary words.

Other:
Thanks for the food donations everyone!  So generous, so kind!

Tomorrow is wear a cap/hat to school to celebrate making healthy choices.

Remember to hug each other...fifth grade only lasts for 10 months but your relationship with each other is forever. :) #parentsneedhugstoo

Language Arts:
Today we worked on RCC through page 65.
Study spellcabulary-test = Friday

Math:
We worked on DMSCB...Dumbledore's Magical Spells Can Be Deadly??? hmmmm...talk about it. :)

Science:
We began Chapter 2: Plants with lesson 1 (Vascular Plants), 2 worksheets were handed out-only finish them if you have time...we'll go over answers tomorrow.
We also had a museum trip around the classroom looking at each other's cell projects-such fun!

History:
Chapter 5 from the Big Mamooo Test = This Friday


Other:
We talked extensively today about positive activities people can do when they are feeling sad, lonely, angry, anxious in accordance with RED RIBBON week. Students generated a list 15 things they can do when they feel down or out. We also spoke about choosing good friends and confronting friends that are making bad choices gently and letting go of "friends" who are making bad choices.
 Please discuss this important topic with your children. It's a life saver.

Here's a BIG Shout out of thanks to our "A TEAM" Narek and Michael for decorating our door for RED RIBBON week. It looks super!

Tomorrow is wear sunglasses day for RED RIBBON week.
Thursday = wear a hat/cap
Friday =wear all RED

Thanks to the families who donated to the food drive...yay!

Language Arts:

1. Get parent signature on spellcabulary (and write missed words 10xs each).
2. Get parent signature on question 4 for Nellie Bly text.
3. Get parent signature on story test.

Reread RCC scientific texts and attack questions on p. 56-57. DO NOT ANSWER THEM YET!
Study spellcabulary-"aud" "phone" and "vis/spec" words this week-test on Friday.

Math:
Complete Multiplying decimals worksheet.
I'll collect the two p. signatures tomorrow that were given out on Thursday.

Science:
Great job with the cell projects!

History:
Finish reading and taking notes on chapter 5, Lesson 3-either online in your Google Docs or in your history notebooks.
Remember write the dates, significant names and events. Shorten ideas to the MOST important facts ONLY-do NOT copy the entire sentences.
Chapter 5 test = Friday

Other:
Thanks to the two families who donated to our food drive-please send in nonperishable items only.

The student council meetings are streamed at www.ustream.tv  (keppeltvbackup)

Camp commitment forms were sent home today. The first installments are due 10/18.  If you are for sure NOT allowing your child to attend camp, please write that on the form and return it to me.

This is Red Ribbon Week: in order to show support for a healthy lifestyle wear silly socks tomorrow, sunglasses on Wednesday, caps/hats on Thursday, and All Red on Friday.

Language Arts:

1. Get parent signature on spellcabulary (and write missed words 10xs each).
2. Get parent signature on question 4 for Nellie Bly text.
3. Get parent signature on story test.

Reread RCC scientific texts and attack questions on p. 56-57. DO NOT ANSWER THEM YET!
Study spellcabulary-"aud" "phone" and "vis/spec" words this week-test on Friday.

Math:
Complete Multiplying decimals worksheet.
I'll collect the two p. signatures tomorrow that were given out on Thursday.

Science:
Great job with the cell projects!

History:
Finish reading and taking notes on chapter 5, Lesson 3-either online in your Google Docs or in your history notebooks.
Remember write the dates, significant names and events. Shorten ideas to the MOST important facts ONLY-do NOT copy the entire sentences.
Chapter 5 test = Friday

Other:
Thanks to the two families who donated to our food drive-please send in nonperishable items only.

The student council meetings are streamed at www.ustream.tv  (keppeltvbackup)

Camp commitment forms were sent home today. The first installments are due 10/18.  If you are for sure NOT allowing your child to attend camp, please write that on the form and return it to me.

CPK   CPK CPK CPK! GO, IT'S FOR THE FIFTH GRADE COMMITTEE

Language Arts:
Students took a spellcabulary and a story tests.
Some students still owe me their Nellie Bly, question 4 answers-turn them in on Monday.

Math:
We had our Great Shake Out Drill to prepare for a major earthquake-it went really well-nobody seemed shaken up about it ;)

I gave two worksheets about expanded notation to standard form and vice versa.


Science:
Students took the chapter 1 science test.

History:
Students took notes in their Google Docs accounts on French Colonization. Chapter 5, lesson 2.
Make sure you are NOT hacking into each other's accounts-students have been suspended and banned from accessing their GUSD google accounts for messing around with other student's google accounts .

Other:
1. No school tomorrow.
2. California Pizza Kitchen fundraiser tonight!
3. 5th grade bonding day = Saturday
4. Each food donation-nonpersishables ONLY = 100 points for your table! Donate food, be a local hero!

Next Week is RED RIBBON WEEK,  to show support of living a healthy lifestyle on:
Monday, wear a red t-shirt
Tuesday, we silly or mismatched socks
Wednesday, wear sunglasses
Thursday, wear a cap/hat
Friday, wear ALL red.

Language Arts:
Finish question 4 from the Nellie Bly story.
Study spellcabulary and Nellie story-tests tomorrow.

Math:
Work on RCC page 66-67, and p. 68 only #1-3.

Can you remember the steps for multiplying decimals like a boss?  Write 'em down and we'll check how well you remember tomorrow. :)

Science:
1. Today we went over a vocabulary chapter review, the chapter review and test in the Science Book for chapter 1 = Test Tomorrow

2. Cell project = Due Monday

History:
Chapter 5 test = next Friday-not this week!

Other:
No school on Friday.
Tonight @ 6:30pm is the 5th grade committee meeting
Tomorrow night is the CPK fundraiser -Bring your Pizza with Purpose flyer
Saturday is the Kiwanis Duck Race at Verdugo Park-buy those ducks to get your chance at winning $10,000 and earn money for camp.
Saturday is the 5th grade bonding activity at Verdugo Park

Language Arts:
We had a great day honing our skills in dialogue with questions and replies.
We also did an arts lesson on the spectrum of emotions with acting.
Finally, we read "The Daring Nelly Bly" story test = this Thursday

1. Study your story "Nelly Bly" and spellcabulary words "Aqua/Hydra" and "Manu/Pedi" words this week.

Math:
We worked on area models for division. Finish GEMS pages 93-95.

Science:
Chapter 1 test = this Thursday
Cells are due next Monday

History:
We read chapter 5, Lesson 1
Students were instructed to study and review chapter 5 because we will have a test on it-most likely next Friday, 10/27.


Other:

1. Parent meeting Wednesday at 6:30-be there to hear the latest on the 5th grade activities!

2. Dine out night Thursday-CPK-pizza with a purpose! Look for the flyer in your Thursday folder and bring it in!

3. Bonding Activity Saturday-Verdugo Park along with the Duck Race -fun, fun, fun!

4. No school on Friday-it's a teacher training day. 

Language Arts:
We went over the new spellcabulary words "Manu/Ped" and "Aqua" words- test = Thursday.
We read "Nellie Bly" story test = Thursday.

I collected the amazing Reflections projects and turned them into the office. :)

I collected the parent signed RCC book pages 215-217 and the Spellcabulary tests from last Friday.

For tonight:
1. Please get the graded Spellcabulary Dialogue assignment signed tonight
2. Study new spellcabulary words "Manu/Ped" and "Aqua" lists on spellingcity.com
3. Find 3 examples of Nellie Bly being tenacious. Write QUICK notes (a page number and 2-3 words to remind you where on the page the example is...)

Math:
Get your math notes signed by a parent on how to do Division Area Models

Science:
Study Chapter 1 test =Thursday
Cell Projects are due next Monday, 10/24

Other:
1. NO school on Friday for students-training day for teachers.
2. California Pizza Kitchen dine out night is this Thursday-Pizza With a Purpose-bring the flyer to ensure that the 5th grade committee gets the benefit.
3. This Saturday at Verdugo Park from 10am-3pm is the 5th grade bonding day...fun with friends and parents.

Language Arts:
Get your Reflections work and applications completed unless you're doing a group project. If you're doing a group project, just complete the work without the application.

2. I handed out next week's spellcabulary list. Test = Thursday


Math:

Complete GEMS 89-91- use partial quotients or an area model.


Science:
We presented our group classification projects.
Chapter 1 test = next Thursday.
Cell projects = October 24

Other:
Please turn in all PTA fundraiser forms asap.

Dine out night coming soon...Pizza with a Purpose from  CPK...California Pizza Kitchen on 10/20. Fun with a yum. :)

Language Arts:
1. Study Spellcabulary words for Chrono/Tempor-test tomorrow.
2. Write sentences using vocabulary for chrono/tempor and dialogue-use each spellcabulary word once and underline it when you use it.
3. PTA reflections assignment is due on Monday.

Math:
Complete GEMS 81-87. Yes, do conjectures and CUBES on the word problems.

Science:
Chapter 1 test = NEXT Thursday.
Cell Project = October 24

History: NOTHING new. :)

Other:
Bring your art "junk" for the Zierhut superhero project in by next Tuesday.

Tomorrow is the last day for sales of PTA fundraiser. :)

Language Arts:
Finish your 10 interchanges of dialogue.
Start your PTA reflections project. Due on Monday.

Math:
NO homework. ;)
You may do tenmarks.com lessons; these are optional, but they're helpful.... :)

History:
We talked about the Spanish conquistadors, slavery, racism, and the Sound of Music-wow, it was a DAY!

Science:
Cell projects are due on 10/24/16.

Other:
Keep up with your typing practice and iREADY lessons.

Language Arts:
Finish your "Space Writing" p. 211 from RCC book.
Study your "Chrono/Tempor" Words test = Friday

Math:
Get p. signature on Prime/Composite Worksheet
GEMS-pages 70-74


Science:
Complete the two worksheets, if you want to and have time...I'm giving an answers tomorrow.

History:
We'll go over the La Salle and Hudson chart on Thursday.

Other:
Thank you Vivian for submitting your PTA Reflections project. I'm accepting all projects now. :)
Bring your art "junk" that you want to use for Mrs. Zierhut Class hero project.

Language Arts:
1. Students were given the new spellcabulary words (Chrono & Chrono/Tempor Words)
    Study! Test will be this Friday.

2. Students need to get 4 parent signatures:
 a)Fanboys Sentences- typed
b) Dory Sentences
c) Spellcabulary sentences using conjunctions
d) Spellcabulary test for the Geo/Terra words-write missed words/definitions 10 times each for every missed word

3. We began working on identifying text structures

Math:
1. Get 3 quizzes signed. You can raise your grade by one point on the expanded form quiz by redoing the entire page.

2. Get p. sig. on 3 worksheets: Dino Prime Path to the turkey leg, Expanded with Fractions written as standard form, List the factors.

3. COMPLETE GEMS pages 41-43 with CUBES and Conjectures for the word problems only.

4. There are still a few students who do not know their multiplication facts. If your child doesn't know their facts as quickly as they know their names, then this needs to be the top math priority at home because quick access to these facts is key to fifth grade success. Knowing the facts to 10 is a 3rd grade standard. This needs to be practiced at home. If you need help with study tips, contact me.

Science:
Students took a quiz on cells today.
2. Study the cell project paper and come prepared with questions tomorrow. :)

History:
Complete the chart on Hudson and La Salle.

Other:
This is the last week for the PTA fundraiser. Thanks to the Keppel Cougars who have participated.

Quack, quaaaaack, quaaack quaackity quack. (Translation: If you need more Duck Sales forms, let me know I have plenty!)

Progress reports are going home tomorrow for students who did not have 7 lessons in iREADY reading and 7 lessons in iREADY math by this past Sunday.