I'm baaaaaaack!

Hey kids, I'll be back in class Monday morning!  There will be an adjustment period for all of us so please be patient :)

In the meantime, I've been reading The Last Egret and LOVE it!  I hope you like it just as much :)  Monday there will be a quiz on the chapters you read over the weekend.

We will also continue with Mountain Math in preparation for 5th grade.

In addition, we will continue in the Social Studies book and begin a research project in science.

I'm looking forward to a great last month of school!

xoxoxo

Mrs. Siegel

Benchmark Testing this week

This week all students will participate in Broward County's Benchmark Testing (also know as BAT).  These assessments in Reading and Math will provide all stakeholders with information about each student.  Once the results are shared (usually in January), we can identify strengths and weaknesses to drive instruction before the FCAT in April.

There is no "preparing" for this test as it is solely to identify each student's current level BUT, please consider the following:

1. Students should have ample sleep
2. Students should NOT come to school sick (Friday is a makeup day) - scores are better when students are working at their optimum potential
3. Students should eat a healthy breakfast - protein is great brain food ;)
4. Students should NOT engage in any serious family conversations (i.e. illness of family member, divorce, etc. unless necessary)
5. Students should refrain from engaging in "arguments" with siblings or family members  
6. Parents should give pep-talks NOT threats

Again, this just a snap shot of each student's current levels.  When we receive the data, we can move forward.  In the meantime, make sure your child is reading for enjoyment (including nonfiction like magazines) and practicing math in daily life situations when possible.

Summyr Siegel

First Quarter Grades Close Thursday

The last day I can accept late work is this Thursday October 25th.  Check Engrade often.  Anywhere there is a Zero or "M", the student can make up that work and turn it in.  THURSDAY is the LAST day!  Report cards are being printed Friday.

Purple Letters

Purple letters will go home next week. Sorry for the inconvenience.

Mrs. Siegel

School closed Monday 8/27

Due to tropical storm Isaac, school will be closed Monday.

Here is a link to great kid-friendly resources which explain about hurricanes. This may help ease any worries the children have.


Be safe!

Mrs. Siegel