Tuesday, January 19, 2010

Happy 3rd Quarter!

3rd quarter is off to a quick start! As you are aware, we have missed several days of school due to the weather. This means that we have had to use our time very wisely since we have been back.
School is busy with lots of new learning happening. We have new units in Math (measurement), Science (force and motion), and Writing (poetry). We also have a student teacher from Northwest Missouri State University learning with us. Miss Derks joined us after the winter break and will spend her days with us throughout February.
3rd quarter grades have already started so please remember to sit down with your child to go over homework. Three homework assignments a week count towards grades. The At Home Reading Log is very important, as well. Please help your child remember to read at home and have the form signed by you.
Your child is working hard each day! Ask them how school is going, what they are learning, what they are enjoying and what they are struggling with. If they answer any of these questions with, "Nothing," keep asking!
Thanks for all you do!

Here's what we've been up to...