Second Grade: We will be having our Christmas pizza party this Monday. Each child needs to bring $2.00 for te pizza, their own small container of juice, and one bag or box of treats or snacks for the class. We agreed on these on Friday so that each child brings something different to share. I ask also that each child bring a plastic bag on Monday to store their books.
Vacation Homework: SS- Review pp. 28 to 117 for January exams. Rel - Study pp. 132-152
Please check blog for review notes for January exams after Jan. 1st.
Third Grade: SS- Study pp. 118 to 135 and questions on pp. 136-137 for test after vacation.
Rel.- Study pp. 208 to 216 for test after vacation.
Please check blog for review notes for January exams after Jan. 1st.
Fourth Grade: SS. - Study pp. 112 to 131 and questions on pp. 132-133 for test after vacation
Rel. - Study pp. 56 to 76 for test after vacation.
Please check blog for review notes for January exams after Jan. 1st.
*** Students from each grade should review well all notes in Social Studies and Religion which summarize work done in both subjects for exams in January--a little each day. In SS review all Vocabulary, Facts, and Skills sections at the end of each chapter covered. In Religion review well all question and answer responses in notebooks. Reviewing during vacation is much more likely to result in better grades than cramming after vacation! Happy holidays to all !
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Homework for 2nd, 3rd , and 4th Grades 12/14-12/18
Dear Parents,
This week all students should be reviewing all 75 vocabulary definitions give since Nov 2nd. for a Review Exam this Friday. Below is a list of the Social Studies and Religion terms given in that period. Please have students study these during the week in their Vocabulary notebooks.
Social Studies: cause, effect, citizen, environment, natural resources
anthem, banner, nation, government, population
colony, slavery, prime meridian, latitude, longitude
Religion: sin, temptation, stewardship, deceive, violate
Advent, Advent wreath, Nativity, stable, manger
Second Grade:
12/14 SS - Study definitions for all 15 words listed above.
Rel- Study definitions for 10 words listed above.
12/15 SS - On looseleaf write heading and answer three questions on p. 107.
Rel - Draw and color a nativity scene and label all the figures.
12/16 SS - On looseleaf write heading and answer four questions on p. 113.
12/17 Voc- Review all 75 vocabulary definitions for test Friday.
Rel - Review notes on Advent for quiz on Friday.
Third Grade
12/14 SS- Review all Chapter Review notes for test Tuesday.
Pen- On looseleaf write heading and ten Religion vocabulary definitions in script.
12/15 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 20 . Answer the questions.
Rel- On looseleaf write heading and write prayer preparing for confession explaining
how you examine your conscience. Review the Act of Contrition.
12/16 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 21. Answer the questions.
12/17 SS - In notebook write Workbook p 22. Answer the questions.
Rel - On looseleaf write heading and write a summary of 6 sentences on one story
of forgiveness: The Lost Sheep The Forgiving Father Zacchaeus
Fourth Grade
12/14 SS - Review all Chapter notes in notebok for test Tuesday.
Pen- On looseleaf write a heading. Write the ten Religion definitions in script.
12/15 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 18. Answer the questions.
Rel - Study pp. 68 to 76 for test Thursday.
12/16 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 19 Answer the questions.
12/17 S. S- In notebook write Workbook p. 20. Answer the questions.
Rel - On looseleaf write a heading. Write in script a summary of the story of
The Forgiving Father in 6 sentences.
This week all students should be reviewing all 75 vocabulary definitions give since Nov 2nd. for a Review Exam this Friday. Below is a list of the Social Studies and Religion terms given in that period. Please have students study these during the week in their Vocabulary notebooks.
Social Studies: cause, effect, citizen, environment, natural resources
anthem, banner, nation, government, population
colony, slavery, prime meridian, latitude, longitude
Religion: sin, temptation, stewardship, deceive, violate
Advent, Advent wreath, Nativity, stable, manger
Second Grade:
12/14 SS - Study definitions for all 15 words listed above.
Rel- Study definitions for 10 words listed above.
12/15 SS - On looseleaf write heading and answer three questions on p. 107.
Rel - Draw and color a nativity scene and label all the figures.
12/16 SS - On looseleaf write heading and answer four questions on p. 113.
12/17 Voc- Review all 75 vocabulary definitions for test Friday.
Rel - Review notes on Advent for quiz on Friday.
Third Grade
12/14 SS- Review all Chapter Review notes for test Tuesday.
Pen- On looseleaf write heading and ten Religion vocabulary definitions in script.
12/15 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 20 . Answer the questions.
Rel- On looseleaf write heading and write prayer preparing for confession explaining
how you examine your conscience. Review the Act of Contrition.
12/16 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 21. Answer the questions.
12/17 SS - In notebook write Workbook p 22. Answer the questions.
Rel - On looseleaf write heading and write a summary of 6 sentences on one story
of forgiveness: The Lost Sheep The Forgiving Father Zacchaeus
Fourth Grade
12/14 SS - Review all Chapter notes in notebok for test Tuesday.
Pen- On looseleaf write a heading. Write the ten Religion definitions in script.
12/15 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 18. Answer the questions.
Rel - Study pp. 68 to 76 for test Thursday.
12/16 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 19 Answer the questions.
12/17 S. S- In notebook write Workbook p. 20. Answer the questions.
Rel - On looseleaf write a heading. Write in script a summary of the story of
The Forgiving Father in 6 sentences.
Tuesday, December 8, 2009
Monday, December 7, 2009
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Homework for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Grades 11/30-12/4
Dear Parents.
Starting this week I will be preparing all students for the season of Advent. Students will be helping me create in class an Advent wreath and a Jesse tree display decorated with Biblical symbols which we will be studying along with corresponding scripture readings for each day beginning Dec. 1st. Religion notes will be given and text pages assigned that should be studied for a test on Advent just before the holiday. A test will be given to each class also on the ten commandments this week so all students should be memorizing these.
The vocabulary definitions for this week are:
Advent - Church season lasting four weeks in which Christians prepare for the birth of Jesus
Nativity - scene showing the birth of Jesus
Advent wreath - a round garland of leaves with four candles (violet and rose colored) used to celebrate the coming of Jesus
stable - place where Jesus was born -- usually used as a barn for animals
manger - place where Jesus was laid -- usually used to hold food for the animals
The principal will be distributing test papers this Thursday to all classes. All tests must be
signed and returned to the teacher teaching that subject, so Social Studies and Religion and Penmanship tests should be returned to me no later than Mon., Dec. 7 so they can be filed.
SCROLL DOWN TO FIND THE HOMEWORK FOR YOUR CHID'S GRADE!
Second Grade Homework:
***Each student in 2nd grade will be assigned one bible project this week that will need to be completed by next Wed., Dec. 9th. Direction sheets will be sent home that need to be returned with the project. All projects should be no larger than shoe box size so they can all be displayed in class within a limited space. We will be relating each project to a Jesse tree biblical ornament and corresponding scripture reading. If any parent sees difficulty in helping his/her child with the assigned project, please write me a note for an alternate choice, but each student will be responsible for completing one project tp the best of his ability.
11/30 Voc.- Study all 15 definitions for this week's vocabulary words in Vocabulary notebook.
Rel.-Study pp. 156-158 in Rel. textbook. Answer p. 158.
12/1 SS- In notebook write Definitions p. 92 and copy from glossary definitions for wants,
basic needs, product, service.
Rel- Study pp. 162-165 in textbook.
12/2 SS - In notebook continue writing the rest of the defintions for the words on p. 92: taxes,
income , budget, graph, factory.
Rel- On looseleaf write heading, write title The Birth of Jesus. Then indent and write 6 sentences telling about it.
12/3 Voc.- Study definitions for test on Friday.
Rel.-Memorize the ten commandments on p. 329 for test Friday.
SECOND GRADERS: BE SURE TO WORK ON REGION BIBLE PROJECT WHICH IS DUE WED., DEC. 9. PLEASE RETURN DIRECTION SHEET ALONG WITH THE PROJECT.
Third Grade Homework:
11/30 SS- Study SS text pp. 98-107.
Pen - On looseleaf write heading and five Religion vocabulary definitions all in script.
12/1 SS - Study SS text pp. 108-113
Rel - Study Rel text pp. 156-158. On looseleaf write heading. Write title The Birth of Jesus and write 6 sentences on the topic.
12/2 SS - SS test Thurs. Study notes covering pp. 94-95 and prepare to answer essay questions
Rel -Study Rel text pp. 162-164. Answer questions on pp. 163-164.
12/3 SS - Study pp. 114-115. On looseleaf write heading and answer Voc. and Fact questions on p. 114.
Rel.- Memorize ten commandments on p. 329 for test on Fri.
Fourth Grade Homework
11/30 SS- Study SS text pp. 80-85.
Pen - On looseleaf write a heading and write the definitions for five Religion vocabulary words--all in script .
12/1 SS- Study SS text pp. 90-99.
Rel- Study Rel text pp. 156-158. Draw and label figures of a nativity scene on p. 157.
12/2 SS - SS test Thurs. Study notes covering pp. 78-79 and practice answering essay questions for test.
Rel. - Memorize ten commandments on p. 99 for test Thurs.
12/3 SS- Study pp. 86 to 89 in SS text. On looseleaf write heading and answer p. 89 #1 to 4.
Voc. - Study 15 definitions for test Fri.
Starting this week I will be preparing all students for the season of Advent. Students will be helping me create in class an Advent wreath and a Jesse tree display decorated with Biblical symbols which we will be studying along with corresponding scripture readings for each day beginning Dec. 1st. Religion notes will be given and text pages assigned that should be studied for a test on Advent just before the holiday. A test will be given to each class also on the ten commandments this week so all students should be memorizing these.
The vocabulary definitions for this week are:
Advent - Church season lasting four weeks in which Christians prepare for the birth of Jesus
Nativity - scene showing the birth of Jesus
Advent wreath - a round garland of leaves with four candles (violet and rose colored) used to celebrate the coming of Jesus
stable - place where Jesus was born -- usually used as a barn for animals
manger - place where Jesus was laid -- usually used to hold food for the animals
The principal will be distributing test papers this Thursday to all classes. All tests must be
signed and returned to the teacher teaching that subject, so Social Studies and Religion and Penmanship tests should be returned to me no later than Mon., Dec. 7 so they can be filed.
SCROLL DOWN TO FIND THE HOMEWORK FOR YOUR CHID'S GRADE!
Second Grade Homework:
***Each student in 2nd grade will be assigned one bible project this week that will need to be completed by next Wed., Dec. 9th. Direction sheets will be sent home that need to be returned with the project. All projects should be no larger than shoe box size so they can all be displayed in class within a limited space. We will be relating each project to a Jesse tree biblical ornament and corresponding scripture reading. If any parent sees difficulty in helping his/her child with the assigned project, please write me a note for an alternate choice, but each student will be responsible for completing one project tp the best of his ability.
11/30 Voc.- Study all 15 definitions for this week's vocabulary words in Vocabulary notebook.
Rel.-Study pp. 156-158 in Rel. textbook. Answer p. 158.
12/1 SS- In notebook write Definitions p. 92 and copy from glossary definitions for wants,
basic needs, product, service.
Rel- Study pp. 162-165 in textbook.
12/2 SS - In notebook continue writing the rest of the defintions for the words on p. 92: taxes,
income , budget, graph, factory.
Rel- On looseleaf write heading, write title The Birth of Jesus. Then indent and write 6 sentences telling about it.
12/3 Voc.- Study definitions for test on Friday.
Rel.-Memorize the ten commandments on p. 329 for test Friday.
SECOND GRADERS: BE SURE TO WORK ON REGION BIBLE PROJECT WHICH IS DUE WED., DEC. 9. PLEASE RETURN DIRECTION SHEET ALONG WITH THE PROJECT.
Third Grade Homework:
11/30 SS- Study SS text pp. 98-107.
Pen - On looseleaf write heading and five Religion vocabulary definitions all in script.
12/1 SS - Study SS text pp. 108-113
Rel - Study Rel text pp. 156-158. On looseleaf write heading. Write title The Birth of Jesus and write 6 sentences on the topic.
12/2 SS - SS test Thurs. Study notes covering pp. 94-95 and prepare to answer essay questions
Rel -Study Rel text pp. 162-164. Answer questions on pp. 163-164.
12/3 SS - Study pp. 114-115. On looseleaf write heading and answer Voc. and Fact questions on p. 114.
Rel.- Memorize ten commandments on p. 329 for test on Fri.
Fourth Grade Homework
11/30 SS- Study SS text pp. 80-85.
Pen - On looseleaf write a heading and write the definitions for five Religion vocabulary words--all in script .
12/1 SS- Study SS text pp. 90-99.
Rel- Study Rel text pp. 156-158. Draw and label figures of a nativity scene on p. 157.
12/2 SS - SS test Thurs. Study notes covering pp. 78-79 and practice answering essay questions for test.
Rel. - Memorize ten commandments on p. 99 for test Thurs.
12/3 SS- Study pp. 86 to 89 in SS text. On looseleaf write heading and answer p. 89 #1 to 4.
Voc. - Study 15 definitions for test Fri.
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Homework for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th for 11/23-25
Dear Parents,
Since there are only three days of school this week, there will be no vocabulary words assigned this week. I will not be in school this Monday morning since I have been assigned to go to another school to correct certain tests. I have left classwork assigned for each grade on the plan for each grade which should be completed and turned in no later than Wed.
Second Grade -Review SS text pp. 68 to 91 well for test Tues. Practice writing 3 sentences describing the jobs of different community leaders and 3 sentences describing the actions of a good citizen. Review Discover text pp. 56 to 65 for quiz on Tues. Students should know the definitions of all the words in dark print . Students should also be ready to describe
a bullying incident and explain how they defended themselves. Penmanship test will be given on Wed. Practice writing three sentences about the First Thanksgiving.
Third Grade - Complete SS classwork assigned in plan. Review Discover pp. 76 to 85 for test Tues. Students should know the definitions of all the words in dark print and be able to describe a bullying incident and explain how they defended themselves. Penmanship Test will be given on Wed. on writing all lower case letters in script.
Fourth Grade - Complete SS classwork assigned in plan. Review Discover pp. 76 to 93 for test Tues. tudents should know the definitions of all the words in dark print and be able to describe a bullying incident and explain how they defended themselves. Penmanship Test will be given on Wed. on wrting all lower case letters in script. Remember that Map of the Month is due the last Monday of every month! I will be collecting all maps on South America this Tuesday.
Since there are only three days of school this week, there will be no vocabulary words assigned this week. I will not be in school this Monday morning since I have been assigned to go to another school to correct certain tests. I have left classwork assigned for each grade on the plan for each grade which should be completed and turned in no later than Wed.
Second Grade -Review SS text pp. 68 to 91 well for test Tues. Practice writing 3 sentences describing the jobs of different community leaders and 3 sentences describing the actions of a good citizen. Review Discover text pp. 56 to 65 for quiz on Tues. Students should know the definitions of all the words in dark print . Students should also be ready to describe
a bullying incident and explain how they defended themselves. Penmanship test will be given on Wed. Practice writing three sentences about the First Thanksgiving.
Third Grade - Complete SS classwork assigned in plan. Review Discover pp. 76 to 85 for test Tues. Students should know the definitions of all the words in dark print and be able to describe a bullying incident and explain how they defended themselves. Penmanship Test will be given on Wed. on writing all lower case letters in script.
Fourth Grade - Complete SS classwork assigned in plan. Review Discover pp. 76 to 93 for test Tues. tudents should know the definitions of all the words in dark print and be able to describe a bullying incident and explain how they defended themselves. Penmanship Test will be given on Wed. on wrting all lower case letters in script. Remember that Map of the Month is due the last Monday of every month! I will be collecting all maps on South America this Tuesday.
Sunday, November 15, 2009
Fourth Grade Homework 11/16-20
11/16 SS - Study all notes covering pages 50, 51, 52 and also part on decision making and essay question topic for test Tuesday.
Pen - On looseleaf write full heading and copy this week's five SS words and definitions --all in script.
11/17 SS - In SS notebook write Workbook p. 13 and answer all questions.
Rel - Read Discover textbook pp. 76 to 85.
11/18 SS - In SS notebook write Workbook p. 14 and answer all questions.
Rel - Answer Workbook p. 9.
11/19 SS - Study pp. 60 to 65 in textbook.
Rel - Read Discover textbook pp. 86 to 93.
Quiz next week on all Discover pages covered.
Pen - On looseleaf write full heading and copy this week's five SS words and definitions --all in script.
11/17 SS - In SS notebook write Workbook p. 13 and answer all questions.
Rel - Read Discover textbook pp. 76 to 85.
11/18 SS - In SS notebook write Workbook p. 14 and answer all questions.
Rel - Answer Workbook p. 9.
11/19 SS - Study pp. 60 to 65 in textbook.
Rel - Read Discover textbook pp. 86 to 93.
Quiz next week on all Discover pages covered.
Third Grade Homework 11/16-20
11/16 SS - Study all notes covering pp. 60, 61, 62 in textbook and essay question topic for test Tuesday.
Pen - On looseleaf write full heading and copy this week's five SS words and definitions --all in script.
11/17 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 13 and answer all questions.
Rel - Answer Workbook p. 8.
11/18 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 14 and answer all questions.
Rel - Answer Workbook p. 9.
11/19 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 16 (skip p. 15) . Answer all questions.
Rel - Review Discover textbook pp. 76 to 85 for quiz.
Pen - On looseleaf write full heading and copy this week's five SS words and definitions --all in script.
11/17 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 13 and answer all questions.
Rel - Answer Workbook p. 8.
11/18 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 14 and answer all questions.
Rel - Answer Workbook p. 9.
11/19 SS - In notebook write Workbook p. 16 (skip p. 15) . Answer all questions.
Rel - Review Discover textbook pp. 76 to 85 for quiz.
Second Grade Homework 11/16 -20
11/16 Voc. - Study the 15 new definitions for this week in the Vocabulary notebook.
Rel. - Answer Workbook p. 8. Disregard directions in book. Write the definition for each word.
11/17 SS - In Social Studies notebook write Textbook p. 79. Copy the chart and list one job under each chief and director that each worker does (eg. collecting trash).
Rel - Answer Workbook p 9.
11/18 SS - On looseleaf write a full heading. List three actions of a good citizen and three actions of a bad citizen.
Rel - Read Discover textbook pp. 56 to 61.
11/19 SS - Review text pp. 66 to 81.
Rel - Read Discover textbook pp. 62 to 65.
* Dismissal is at 12:00 Friday.
Rel. - Answer Workbook p. 8. Disregard directions in book. Write the definition for each word.
11/17 SS - In Social Studies notebook write Textbook p. 79. Copy the chart and list one job under each chief and director that each worker does (eg. collecting trash).
Rel - Answer Workbook p 9.
11/18 SS - On looseleaf write a full heading. List three actions of a good citizen and three actions of a bad citizen.
Rel - Read Discover textbook pp. 56 to 61.
11/19 SS - Review text pp. 66 to 81.
Rel - Read Discover textbook pp. 62 to 65.
* Dismissal is at 12:00 Friday.
Letter to Parents: 11/16-11/20
Dear Parents,
Please remember that dismissal this Friday is at 12:00 noon. Last week's vocabulary tests in all three grades indicate that students need to review much better!
Below are the words and definitions for this week:
anthem - a song of praise or loyalty. Our national anthem is the Star Spangled Banner.
banner - flag
nation - people united under a single government; a country
government - laws and people that run a country, state, or city
population - number of people living in an area
Please remember that dismissal this Friday is at 12:00 noon. Last week's vocabulary tests in all three grades indicate that students need to review much better!
Below are the words and definitions for this week:
anthem - a song of praise or loyalty. Our national anthem is the Star Spangled Banner.
banner - flag
nation - people united under a single government; a country
government - laws and people that run a country, state, or city
population - number of people living in an area
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Sunday, November 8, 2009
Saturday, November 7, 2009
Fourth Grade Homework 11/9-13
11/9 SS- Create a three part foldable following sample done in class but with your own ideas on the topic. List three different natural resources in the front and in the inside top write two examples to explain how each is used. Draw four pictures: one for each on the inside bottom.
Only top layer should be cut.
Rel-Study all Safe Environment notes for test on Thursday. Picture on construction paper showing a situation in which a person is being deceived is due on Thursday.
11/10 SS- Complete foldable.
Rel- Study for test. Finish picture.
11/12 SS- Study notes covering pp. 50 to 52 in textbook for test next week.
Rel- Answer Workbook p. 8 (skip p. 7)
Only top layer should be cut.
Rel-Study all Safe Environment notes for test on Thursday. Picture on construction paper showing a situation in which a person is being deceived is due on Thursday.
11/10 SS- Complete foldable.
Rel- Study for test. Finish picture.
11/12 SS- Study notes covering pp. 50 to 52 in textbook for test next week.
Rel- Answer Workbook p. 8 (skip p. 7)
Third Grade Homework 11/9-13
11/9 SS- Create a poster on construction paper with a catchy slogan and an imaginative picture showing how we can protect the environment. Do your best by yourself!
Rel- Study all Safe Environment notes for test on Thursday. Picture on construction paper showing a situation in which a person is being deceived is due on Thursday.
11/10 SS- Finish picture.
Rel- Study for test. Finish picture.
11/12 SS- Study notes covering pp. 60 to 62 in textbook for test next week.
Rel- Answer Workbook p. 7.
Rel- Study all Safe Environment notes for test on Thursday. Picture on construction paper showing a situation in which a person is being deceived is due on Thursday.
11/10 SS- Finish picture.
Rel- Study for test. Finish picture.
11/12 SS- Study notes covering pp. 60 to 62 in textbook for test next week.
Rel- Answer Workbook p. 7.
Second Grade Homework 11/9-13
11/9 Voc- Study 15 new words and definitions for this week in Vocabulary notebook.
Rel- Study all notes on Safe Environment for test on Thursday. Picture on construction paper showing a situation in which a person is being deceived is due Thursday.
11/10 SS- On looseleaf write a heading. Answer 3 questions on p. 79.
Rel- Study for test. Work on picture.
11/12 Voc- Study 15 definitions for test Friday.
Rel- Answer Workbook p. 7. Write a sentence under the picture.
Rel- Study all notes on Safe Environment for test on Thursday. Picture on construction paper showing a situation in which a person is being deceived is due Thursday.
11/10 SS- On looseleaf write a heading. Answer 3 questions on p. 79.
Rel- Study for test. Work on picture.
11/12 Voc- Study 15 definitions for test Friday.
Rel- Answer Workbook p. 7. Write a sentence under the picture.
Letter to Parents 11/9-11/13
Dear Parents,
Dismissal is at 12:oo this Tuesday. Report cards will be distributed in the auditorium at 9:00 to 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. Parent conferences will be from 3:00 to 7:00 pm. There is no school on Wednesday.
The vocabulary words for this week are in Religion:
sin- a thought, word, action, or omission (failing to act when needed) against God's law
temptation- an attraction to choose sin
stewardship- respect and care for the gifts of God's creation
deceive- to make a person believe what is not true; mislead
violate- to break a law or use force against someone
Dismissal is at 12:oo this Tuesday. Report cards will be distributed in the auditorium at 9:00 to 2nd, 3rd, and 4th. Parent conferences will be from 3:00 to 7:00 pm. There is no school on Wednesday.
The vocabulary words for this week are in Religion:
sin- a thought, word, action, or omission (failing to act when needed) against God's law
temptation- an attraction to choose sin
stewardship- respect and care for the gifts of God's creation
deceive- to make a person believe what is not true; mislead
violate- to break a law or use force against someone
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Fourth Grade Homework 11/2-6
11/2 SS- In SS notebook answer questions in Workbook p.11.
Rel - Study first part of Safe Environment notes (on commandments)
11/3 SS- In SS notebook answer questions in Workbook p. 12.
Rel- Study second part of Safe Environment notes (on protection from deception)
11/4 SS- In SS notebook answer questions in Workbook p. 13.
Rel - Study ALL Safe Environment notes for test next week
11/5 SS- Study responses to all questions on pp. 50-51.
Rel - Following sample done in class redo poster on construction paper showing
one way to keep safe from strangers. Completed poster is due Monday.
Rel - Study first part of Safe Environment notes (on commandments)
11/3 SS- In SS notebook answer questions in Workbook p. 12.
Rel- Study second part of Safe Environment notes (on protection from deception)
11/4 SS- In SS notebook answer questions in Workbook p. 13.
Rel - Study ALL Safe Environment notes for test next week
11/5 SS- Study responses to all questions on pp. 50-51.
Rel - Following sample done in class redo poster on construction paper showing
one way to keep safe from strangers. Completed poster is due Monday.
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
Third Grade Homework 11/2-6
11/2 SS- In SS notebook answer Workbook p. 11
Rel- Study first part of Safe Environment notes (on commandments)
11/3 SS- In SS notebook answer Workbook p. 12
Rel.- Study second part of Safe Environment notes (on protection from deception)
11/4 SS-In SS notebook answer Workbook p. 13
Rel - Review ALL Safe Environment notes for test next week.
11/5 SS - Study pp. 52 to 57 in text for oral quiz.
Rel- Following sample done in class redo poster on constrution paper showing one way
to keep safe from strangers. Completed posters are due Monday.
Rel- Study first part of Safe Environment notes (on commandments)
11/3 SS- In SS notebook answer Workbook p. 12
Rel.- Study second part of Safe Environment notes (on protection from deception)
11/4 SS-In SS notebook answer Workbook p. 13
Rel - Review ALL Safe Environment notes for test next week.
11/5 SS - Study pp. 52 to 57 in text for oral quiz.
Rel- Following sample done in class redo poster on constrution paper showing one way
to keep safe from strangers. Completed posters are due Monday.
Second Grade Homework 11/2-6
11/2 Voc. - Study 15 new vocabulary words and definitions for this week.
Rel- Study first part of Safe Environment notes (on commandments)
11/3 SS- In SS notebook write Textbook p. 66. Write definitions for nine words on this page.
Rel- Study second part of Safe Environment notes (protection from deceptive people)
11/4 SS- On looseleaf after heading answer 3 questions on p. 75 in text.
Rel- Review same notes.
11/5 SS- On construction paper create a two part foldable following sample done in class
listing two rights and two responsibilities they have at home and two rights and
two responsibilies they have at school. Sentences for each go in top inside tabs
and pictures for each go in bottom tabs. Foldables are due Monday.
Voc- Study 15 definitions for test Friday
Rel - Study safe environment for test next week.
*** Please have your child bring in two cans for the poor by this Fri. or by Mon. at the latest.
Rel- Study first part of Safe Environment notes (on commandments)
11/3 SS- In SS notebook write Textbook p. 66. Write definitions for nine words on this page.
Rel- Study second part of Safe Environment notes (protection from deceptive people)
11/4 SS- On looseleaf after heading answer 3 questions on p. 75 in text.
Rel- Review same notes.
11/5 SS- On construction paper create a two part foldable following sample done in class
listing two rights and two responsibilities they have at home and two rights and
two responsibilies they have at school. Sentences for each go in top inside tabs
and pictures for each go in bottom tabs. Foldables are due Monday.
Voc- Study 15 definitions for test Friday
Rel - Study safe environment for test next week.
*** Please have your child bring in two cans for the poor by this Fri. or by Mon. at the latest.
Monday, November 2, 2009
Updated Letter to Parents 11/2 - 1 1/6
Lesson plans will be posted later this week due to need to complete report cards . Mr. Woods gave an extension. Please check assignment books for homework this week.
UPDATED INFORMATION
Homework has now been entered for each grade this week along with lesson plans. Please click on your child's grade. This week's vocabulary words are listed below:
environment- study of earth's surfaces and waterbodies that cover it
natural resource- something found in the environment that people can use, such as water, plants, animals, minerals
citizen- a member of a community or country
cause- an event that makes something else happen
effect- an event that happens as a result of another event
* For the rest of this week's words you must click on the child's other two teachers' blogs.
UPDATED INFORMATION
Homework has now been entered for each grade this week along with lesson plans. Please click on your child's grade. This week's vocabulary words are listed below:
environment- study of earth's surfaces and waterbodies that cover it
natural resource- something found in the environment that people can use, such as water, plants, animals, minerals
citizen- a member of a community or country
cause- an event that makes something else happen
effect- an event that happens as a result of another event
* For the rest of this week's words you must click on the child's other two teachers' blogs.
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Homework for 4th Grade 10/26 to 10/30
10/26 - SS - Study for SS test tomorrow: text pp. 8 to 29 and workbook pp. 6 to 10. Study notes in notebook and be prepared to answer questions listed under Essay Questions.
10/27 - SS - In SS notebook write Textbook p. 32. Write in script the nine blue words on that page and their definitions.
Rel. - Study all Religion notes for test tomorrow. Be prepared to answer questions listed under Essay questions.
10/28 - SS - On looseleaf write a full heading in script. Write the five Religion words and their definitions in script.
Rel. - Study the Safe Environment notes on the commandments in the notebook.
10/29 - Voc. - Study the fifteen words for test tomorrow.
Rel. - Study the rest of the notes on Safe Environment.
10/27 - SS - In SS notebook write Textbook p. 32. Write in script the nine blue words on that page and their definitions.
Rel. - Study all Religion notes for test tomorrow. Be prepared to answer questions listed under Essay questions.
10/28 - SS - On looseleaf write a full heading in script. Write the five Religion words and their definitions in script.
Rel. - Study the Safe Environment notes on the commandments in the notebook.
10/29 - Voc. - Study the fifteen words for test tomorrow.
Rel. - Study the rest of the notes on Safe Environment.
Homework for 3rd Grade 10/26 to 10/30
10/26 - SS - Study for test Tuesday: text pp. 6 to 33 and workbook pp. 6 to 10. Study notes and be prepared to answer questions under Essay Questions.
10/27 - SS- In SS notebook write Workbook p. 10. Answer questions.
Rel. - Study all Religion notes for test Wed. Be prepared to answer questions under Essay Questions.
10/28 - On looseleaf write a full heading in script. Write the five Religion words and definitions for this week in script.
Rel. - Study the Safe Environment notes on the commandments in the notebook.
10/29 - SS - In SS notebook, write Textbook pp. 46 and 52. Write the seven blue words found on these pages and their definitions.
Rel. - Study the rest of the notes on Safe Environment in the notebook.
10/27 - SS- In SS notebook write Workbook p. 10. Answer questions.
Rel. - Study all Religion notes for test Wed. Be prepared to answer questions under Essay Questions.
10/28 - On looseleaf write a full heading in script. Write the five Religion words and definitions for this week in script.
Rel. - Study the Safe Environment notes on the commandments in the notebook.
10/29 - SS - In SS notebook, write Textbook pp. 46 and 52. Write the seven blue words found on these pages and their definitions.
Rel. - Study the rest of the notes on Safe Environment in the notebook.
Homework for 2nd Grade 10/26 to 10/30
***This Friday the second grade will be having a Halloween party in our classroom after lunch. All students should come dressed in their costumes and will go home the same way. I will be ordering pizza for the class and will bring in different chips as well . I am asking that each student bring in $1.50 on Tuesday to cover the price of these. Students need to bring in their own small cartons or packs of juice (no large bottles allowed). Each student will also need to bring in one large or two small packs of candy to share with each other and with the pre -k classes that will enter our class during their yearly parade. Each student should also bring a trick or treat bag or hollow pumpkin to hold the treats they will be taking home.
*** This Monday second grade students will also be receiving instruction sheets for doing a Religion project. They will have two weeks to complete this project. It is very important that students do not lose these sheets and they are returned the day they bring in their project. Since most students will be working on different projects based on the Bible stories covered, if one wishes to switch project sheets with another student, that would be no problem. Only two major projects of this type will be assigned this year - one for each subject. These projects will be displayed in class and used as part of our lessons. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. Ms. Saville
10/26 SS - Study for Social Studies test Tues: text pp. 30 to 65 and notes in notebook. Be prepared to answer questions listed under Essay Questions in notebook.
Voc. - Study fifteen new words and definitions for this week in the Vocabulary notebook.
*Please bring in $1.50 tomorrow for the pizza party on Friday.
10/27 SS - On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer questions on p. 63.
Rel. - Study all Religion notes. Be prepared to answer questions listed under Essay Questions.
10/28 - SS - On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer questions on p. 65.
Rel. - Study notes on Safe Environment about the commandments.
10/29 - Voc. - Study fifteen words for test tomorrow.
*** Students should wear costume, bring 1 or 2 juices, trick or treat bag, and 1 large or 2 small bags of candy to share.
*** This Monday second grade students will also be receiving instruction sheets for doing a Religion project. They will have two weeks to complete this project. It is very important that students do not lose these sheets and they are returned the day they bring in their project. Since most students will be working on different projects based on the Bible stories covered, if one wishes to switch project sheets with another student, that would be no problem. Only two major projects of this type will be assigned this year - one for each subject. These projects will be displayed in class and used as part of our lessons. Thank you in advance for your cooperation in this matter. Ms. Saville
10/26 SS - Study for Social Studies test Tues: text pp. 30 to 65 and notes in notebook. Be prepared to answer questions listed under Essay Questions in notebook.
Voc. - Study fifteen new words and definitions for this week in the Vocabulary notebook.
*Please bring in $1.50 tomorrow for the pizza party on Friday.
10/27 SS - On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer questions on p. 63.
Rel. - Study all Religion notes. Be prepared to answer questions listed under Essay Questions.
10/28 - SS - On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer questions on p. 65.
Rel. - Study notes on Safe Environment about the commandments.
10/29 - Voc. - Study fifteen words for test tomorrow.
*** Students should wear costume, bring 1 or 2 juices, trick or treat bag, and 1 large or 2 small bags of candy to share.
Saturday, October 24, 2009
Letter to ALL Parents for 10/26 to 10/30
Dear Parents,
This week students in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th will be taking Unit tests in both Religion and Social Studies. Students should review pages assigned and in notebook study all notes and practice answering sample questions listed under Essay Questions for both subjects. Social Studies Tests will be given on Tuesday and Religion Tests on Wednesday.
The Book Fair will be this week. Students should make their purchases in the morning before class starts. On Friday we will be celebrating Halloween at OLQM! Students may bring money for the bake sale and wear costumes to school. (*Please see Homework for 2nd Grade for additional information.)
Regarding vocabulary, please make sure that your child reviews at home as well as school. Vocabulary test grades are averaged into the total grade for EVERY subject so please be aware that their scores on these tests will affect how they do to both Social Studies and Religion.
The vocabulary definitions for this week are:
conscience - God's gift that helps us know right from wrong
moral - able to know the difference between right and wrong
kingdom - power of God's love active in the world
gospel - reading priest does using the Bible at Mass. Gospel means "good news" about Jesus.
homily - part of the Mass when the priest explains the gospel. It is also called the sermon.
Thank you. Ms. Saville
This week students in 2nd, 3rd, and 4th will be taking Unit tests in both Religion and Social Studies. Students should review pages assigned and in notebook study all notes and practice answering sample questions listed under Essay Questions for both subjects. Social Studies Tests will be given on Tuesday and Religion Tests on Wednesday.
The Book Fair will be this week. Students should make their purchases in the morning before class starts. On Friday we will be celebrating Halloween at OLQM! Students may bring money for the bake sale and wear costumes to school. (*Please see Homework for 2nd Grade for additional information.)
Regarding vocabulary, please make sure that your child reviews at home as well as school. Vocabulary test grades are averaged into the total grade for EVERY subject so please be aware that their scores on these tests will affect how they do to both Social Studies and Religion.
The vocabulary definitions for this week are:
conscience - God's gift that helps us know right from wrong
moral - able to know the difference between right and wrong
kingdom - power of God's love active in the world
gospel - reading priest does using the Bible at Mass. Gospel means "good news" about Jesus.
homily - part of the Mass when the priest explains the gospel. It is also called the sermon.
Thank you. Ms. Saville
Sunday, October 18, 2009
Letter to ALL Parents for 10/19 to 10/23
Dear Parents,
This week I will continue to give the ITBS and CoGat tests to the 4th graders on Tues. through Thurs. mornings. During the rest of the week I will be working on finishing up the DBQ with follow-up essays due for the months of Sept. and Oct. (This work has had to be rescheduled since the DBQ booklets arrived in Oct. and the copy machine has had problems.) Work in this area of must be kept on file in Social Studies portfolios so students can see corrections and grades in class and parents can ask to see them at report card meetings but DBQ work must be kept in school. This week Mr. Woods has asked that students review ALL past vocabulary words in the notebook for a cumulative review test this Friday. Below are the words that should be reviewed in the Social Studies and Religion areas: commandents, creation, apostles, Incarnation,
Sanctus, parables, miracles, psalms, miracles, psalms, blessed, compassion; geography, history, culture, coast, symbol, community, urban, suburb, rural, climate.
I will not assign homework again this week due to state testing but am asking that all students review all Social Studies and Religion notes in these notebooks for cumulative tests next week. Also I am asking that all students begin work on the projects assigned this week which will be due next week as well. Instructions on how these projects should be done will be explained in class. (Please check purple assignment book this week.) Students from 2nd, 3rd, and 4th will need to buy a pack of construction paper (loose sheets - not tear off pad) and keep this pack at home so they can use the sheets for projects that will be assigned in both subjects. At least three projects will be required for each subject for each marking period. Please be aware that PROJECTS: including DBQ's (all grades), Map of the Month (only in 4th), Foldable creations (for all grades-these will be explained this week), and related art work will account for 30% of their total grade.
Parent I also suggest that you keep old shoe boxes that may be needed for future projects.
Thank you for your attention in these matters. Ms. Saville
This week I will continue to give the ITBS and CoGat tests to the 4th graders on Tues. through Thurs. mornings. During the rest of the week I will be working on finishing up the DBQ with follow-up essays due for the months of Sept. and Oct. (This work has had to be rescheduled since the DBQ booklets arrived in Oct. and the copy machine has had problems.) Work in this area of must be kept on file in Social Studies portfolios so students can see corrections and grades in class and parents can ask to see them at report card meetings but DBQ work must be kept in school. This week Mr. Woods has asked that students review ALL past vocabulary words in the notebook for a cumulative review test this Friday. Below are the words that should be reviewed in the Social Studies and Religion areas: commandents, creation, apostles, Incarnation,
Sanctus, parables, miracles, psalms, miracles, psalms, blessed, compassion; geography, history, culture, coast, symbol, community, urban, suburb, rural, climate.
I will not assign homework again this week due to state testing but am asking that all students review all Social Studies and Religion notes in these notebooks for cumulative tests next week. Also I am asking that all students begin work on the projects assigned this week which will be due next week as well. Instructions on how these projects should be done will be explained in class. (Please check purple assignment book this week.) Students from 2nd, 3rd, and 4th will need to buy a pack of construction paper (loose sheets - not tear off pad) and keep this pack at home so they can use the sheets for projects that will be assigned in both subjects. At least three projects will be required for each subject for each marking period. Please be aware that PROJECTS: including DBQ's (all grades), Map of the Month (only in 4th), Foldable creations (for all grades-these will be explained this week), and related art work will account for 30% of their total grade.
Parent I also suggest that you keep old shoe boxes that may be needed for future projects.
Thank you for your attention in these matters. Ms. Saville
Monday, October 12, 2009
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Letter to ALL Parents for 10/12 to 10/16
Dear Parents,
Please be sure to return the three stapled tests (Social Studies, Religion, Vocabulary) to me signed by tomorrow so they can be filed. This week all students will be taking the ITBS and CoGat tests starting on Wed. and Thurs. with Math, and on Thurs. and Fri. with Vocabulary, Phonics, Listening, and Reading. All students must have 3 sharpened #2 pencils with erasers each day. No homework will be assigned this week to allow students to focus and rest for the state tests and no other test will be given except for the weekly vocabulary test.
The vocabulary words for this week are in the Social Studies area:
community - a place wher people live, work, and have fun
urban - a large community consisting of a city
suburb - a community outside but near a city
rural - a community with a countryside, including farms and fishing villages
climate - pattern of weather of a place over many years
*Parents please be aware that I will be giving the ITBS and CoGat tests to the fourth grade class. Ms.Larios will be testing the second grade class and Mr. Badhia will test the third.
** Parents please be aware also that upcoming tests in both Social Studies and Religion will
require students to answer essay questions in paragraphs of at least six sentences each.
Questions will require that students study their notebook notes (especially in Religion)
and to practice answering multiple part questions that will be listed in their notebooks.
This is in an effort to prepare students of third and fourth grade who will be taking the Archdiocesean Religion exam in June! To get a sample of the type of questions that will
be asked please click on Third grade Religion or Fourth grade Religion lesson plan for this week.
Writing in these areas will be taught in incremental steps often following an organizer to
keep students focused on the topic. The work students do on their DBQ essays in Social
Studies must be kept on file in portfolios but can be seen by parents at report card meetings
if requested. Ms. Saville
Please be sure to return the three stapled tests (Social Studies, Religion, Vocabulary) to me signed by tomorrow so they can be filed. This week all students will be taking the ITBS and CoGat tests starting on Wed. and Thurs. with Math, and on Thurs. and Fri. with Vocabulary, Phonics, Listening, and Reading. All students must have 3 sharpened #2 pencils with erasers each day. No homework will be assigned this week to allow students to focus and rest for the state tests and no other test will be given except for the weekly vocabulary test.
The vocabulary words for this week are in the Social Studies area:
community - a place wher people live, work, and have fun
urban - a large community consisting of a city
suburb - a community outside but near a city
rural - a community with a countryside, including farms and fishing villages
climate - pattern of weather of a place over many years
*Parents please be aware that I will be giving the ITBS and CoGat tests to the fourth grade class. Ms.Larios will be testing the second grade class and Mr. Badhia will test the third.
** Parents please be aware also that upcoming tests in both Social Studies and Religion will
require students to answer essay questions in paragraphs of at least six sentences each.
Questions will require that students study their notebook notes (especially in Religion)
and to practice answering multiple part questions that will be listed in their notebooks.
This is in an effort to prepare students of third and fourth grade who will be taking the Archdiocesean Religion exam in June! To get a sample of the type of questions that will
be asked please click on Third grade Religion or Fourth grade Religion lesson plan for this week.
Writing in these areas will be taught in incremental steps often following an organizer to
keep students focused on the topic. The work students do on their DBQ essays in Social
Studies must be kept on file in portfolios but can be seen by parents at report card meetings
if requested. Ms. Saville
Sunday, October 4, 2009
Homework for 4th Grade 10/5-9
10/5 SS- **Map of the Month is due this Tues. without fail!
In SS notebook on top line write Workbook p. 7. Answer questions on p. 7.
10/6 SS - In SS notebook write Workbook p. 8. Answer questions on p. 8.
Rel. - Answer Religion Workbook p. 6.
10/7 SS - In SS notebook write Workbook p. 9. Answer questions on p. 9.
Rel. - Read Religion text p. 20 to 25. Answer pp. 23 & 25.
10/8 SS - In SS notebook write Workbook p 10. Answer questions on p. 10.
Rel. - Read Religion text pp. 26 to 30. Answer pp. 27 & 28.
In SS notebook on top line write Workbook p. 7. Answer questions on p. 7.
10/6 SS - In SS notebook write Workbook p. 8. Answer questions on p. 8.
Rel. - Answer Religion Workbook p. 6.
10/7 SS - In SS notebook write Workbook p. 9. Answer questions on p. 9.
Rel. - Read Religion text p. 20 to 25. Answer pp. 23 & 25.
10/8 SS - In SS notebook write Workbook p 10. Answer questions on p. 10.
Rel. - Read Religion text pp. 26 to 30. Answer pp. 27 & 28.
Homework for 3rd Grade 10/5-9
10/5 SS- On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer questions 1 to 5 in Thinking About Facts on p. 32 in textbook.
10/6 SS- In SS notebook on top line write Textbook p. 33. Answer questions 1 to 5 in Applying Geography Skills.
Rel. - Answer Workbook p. 6.
10/7 SS- In SS notebook on top line write Workbook p. 9. Answer all questions on p. 9.
Rel. - Read Religion text pp. 20 to 25. Answer p. 23.
10/8 SS- Study pp. 6 to 33 in SS text and Workbook pp. 6 to 9 for test on Tues.
Rel.- Read Religion text pp. 26 to 29. Answer pp. 27-28.
10/6 SS- In SS notebook on top line write Textbook p. 33. Answer questions 1 to 5 in Applying Geography Skills.
Rel. - Answer Workbook p. 6.
10/7 SS- In SS notebook on top line write Workbook p. 9. Answer all questions on p. 9.
Rel. - Read Religion text pp. 20 to 25. Answer p. 23.
10/8 SS- Study pp. 6 to 33 in SS text and Workbook pp. 6 to 9 for test on Tues.
Rel.- Read Religion text pp. 26 to 29. Answer pp. 27-28.
Homework for 2nd Grade 10/5-9
10/5 * Study the definitions of 15 vocabulary words for this week in the Vocabulary notebook.
Rel.- Answer Religion Workbook p. 6.
10/6 SS- Study Social Studies text pp. 42-45.
Rel.- Read Religion text pp. 20 to 25. Answer p.23.
10/7 SS- On looseleaf write full heading. Answer 3 questions on p. 49 in complete sentences.
Rel.- Read Religion text pp. 26 to 30. Answer pp. 27 & 28.
10/8 * Study 15 vocabulary words in Vocabulary notebook for test Friday.
Rel.- Study notes in Religion notebook and pp. 20 to 29 in text for test Friday.
*** Test papers due back signed by Tues., Oct 13.
This week on Wed., Thurs., and Fri. students in 2nd grade will need to give a brief oral presentation describing the religious item they brought in for our class shrine. We will be discussing these in class but students should list about 5 or 6 sentences on an index card to prepare what they are going to say.
Rel.- Answer Religion Workbook p. 6.
10/6 SS- Study Social Studies text pp. 42-45.
Rel.- Read Religion text pp. 20 to 25. Answer p.23.
10/7 SS- On looseleaf write full heading. Answer 3 questions on p. 49 in complete sentences.
Rel.- Read Religion text pp. 26 to 30. Answer pp. 27 & 28.
10/8 * Study 15 vocabulary words in Vocabulary notebook for test Friday.
Rel.- Study notes in Religion notebook and pp. 20 to 29 in text for test Friday.
*** Test papers due back signed by Tues., Oct 13.
This week on Wed., Thurs., and Fri. students in 2nd grade will need to give a brief oral presentation describing the religious item they brought in for our class shrine. We will be discussing these in class but students should list about 5 or 6 sentences on an index card to prepare what they are going to say.
Letter to Parents of 2nd, 3rd, 4th 10/5-9
Dear Parents,
As I reviewed homework this past week, I noted some students are still having trouble following directions. This is a very important skill in training students to take exams and especially state tests. I make an effort to be very specific in explaining how and where homework should be done so PLEASE read the assignment book (and Homework for the week on blog) carefully. Some tips: Students should never copy the questions and should answer in sentences only when asked. Students should do work in correct notebook or on looseleaf as directed. Students should copy words correctly, answer ALL parts to every question, include titles when asked. Students should not write more than what is required. More is not better especially in summarizing. On state tests students are usually asked to answer a question that has two or three parts and lose points for not answering every part. They are also asked to choose three out of four questions to answer and often lose points and waste time by doing more and not following directions.
Daily homework if done correctly can be an excellent opportunity for practicing these skills.
Vocabulary words for all classes for this week are:
parables- stories with a message that Jesus told
miracles- acts beyond human power that Jesus performed
psalms- songs of praise to honor the Lord- found in the Bible
blessed- made holy in God's name
compassion- ability to share another's feelings; sympathy or pity
Mr. Woods will be distributing test papers this week. Each test should be signed and returned by Tues., Oct. 13 still stapled together to avoid confusion. Thank you.
As I reviewed homework this past week, I noted some students are still having trouble following directions. This is a very important skill in training students to take exams and especially state tests. I make an effort to be very specific in explaining how and where homework should be done so PLEASE read the assignment book (and Homework for the week on blog) carefully. Some tips: Students should never copy the questions and should answer in sentences only when asked. Students should do work in correct notebook or on looseleaf as directed. Students should copy words correctly, answer ALL parts to every question, include titles when asked. Students should not write more than what is required. More is not better especially in summarizing. On state tests students are usually asked to answer a question that has two or three parts and lose points for not answering every part. They are also asked to choose three out of four questions to answer and often lose points and waste time by doing more and not following directions.
Daily homework if done correctly can be an excellent opportunity for practicing these skills.
Vocabulary words for all classes for this week are:
parables- stories with a message that Jesus told
miracles- acts beyond human power that Jesus performed
psalms- songs of praise to honor the Lord- found in the Bible
blessed- made holy in God's name
compassion- ability to share another's feelings; sympathy or pity
Mr. Woods will be distributing test papers this week. Each test should be signed and returned by Tues., Oct. 13 still stapled together to avoid confusion. Thank you.
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Homework for Fourth Grade Sept. 28 to Oct. 2
9/28 SS- In SS notebook write Workbook p. 3 . Answer all questions on p. 3
9/29 SS- Study pp. G4 to G11 in text book for test on Wed.
Rel. - Answer Workbook p. 4
9/30 SS - Make a copy of Workbook p. 6 and answer all questions as directed. If you cannot make a copy trace the page on looseleaf.
Rel. - Answer Workbook p. 5
10/1 SS - On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer questions in textbook p. 21.
Rel. - On looseleaf write a full heading. Write SIX sentences summarizing what is expressed in Matthew 21: 28-32. DO NOT JUST COPY THE VERSES.
*Vocabulary test tomorrow!
9/29 SS- Study pp. G4 to G11 in text book for test on Wed.
Rel. - Answer Workbook p. 4
9/30 SS - Make a copy of Workbook p. 6 and answer all questions as directed. If you cannot make a copy trace the page on looseleaf.
Rel. - Answer Workbook p. 5
10/1 SS - On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer questions in textbook p. 21.
Rel. - On looseleaf write a full heading. Write SIX sentences summarizing what is expressed in Matthew 21: 28-32. DO NOT JUST COPY THE VERSES.
*Vocabulary test tomorrow!
Homework for Third Grade Sept. 28 to Oct. 2
9/28 SS- Study pp. G4 to G11 in SS text for test this Wed.
9/29 SS- In SS notebook write Workbook p. 9 on top line. Answer p. 9.
Rel. - Answer Rel. Workbook p. 4.
9/30 SS- On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer questions 1 to 4 in text p. 29.
Rel. - Answer Rel. Workbook p. 5.
10/1 SS - In SS notebook write Textbook p. 32 on top line. Write only the number and the
correct word next to it.
Rel. - On looseleaf write a full heading. Write the title. Skip line. Then write SIX sentences
summarizing one of the following Bible stories:
The Widow's Son (Luke 7: 11-17);
Multiplication of Loaves (Mark 6: 34-44);
Wedding at Cana (John 2: 1-11)
* Vocabulary test is tomorrow!
9/29 SS- In SS notebook write Workbook p. 9 on top line. Answer p. 9.
Rel. - Answer Rel. Workbook p. 4.
9/30 SS- On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer questions 1 to 4 in text p. 29.
Rel. - Answer Rel. Workbook p. 5.
10/1 SS - In SS notebook write Textbook p. 32 on top line. Write only the number and the
correct word next to it.
Rel. - On looseleaf write a full heading. Write the title. Skip line. Then write SIX sentences
summarizing one of the following Bible stories:
The Widow's Son (Luke 7: 11-17);
Multiplication of Loaves (Mark 6: 34-44);
Wedding at Cana (John 2: 1-11)
* Vocabulary test is tomorrow!
Homework for Second Grade Sept. 28 to Oct. 2
Dear Parents,
If you have not yet read my letter to parents posted lasted week, please go back and do so.
It may help clear up any concerns you may have and simplify things for your children. Starting this week children will begin each Religion class with a daily prayer and gospel reading. Students will practice reading scripture using a Bible in class. These are new guidelines from the archdiocese. In order to set the tone in class, I'd like to build a small shrine on a table in our classroom and am asking parents to send in small items to suitable for a shrine: small plastic religious figure or statue, rosary beads, holy pictures, plastic flower in mini vase, etc. Thanks.
Every Monday students from all classes will be copying their fifteen weekly vocabulary words in their Vocabulary notebook and every Friday the students will be tested on the meaning of those words. Please make sure your children study these throughout the week.
9/28 * Study the definitions of the 15 vocabulary words in the Vocabulary notebook for test Fri.
Rel. - Read Religion Workbook p. 4
9/29 SS - Study pp. 4 to 29 in text book for test on Wed.
Rel. - Answer Religion Workbook p. 5
9/30 SS - On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer 3 questions on p. 41.
Rel. - Study new notes in Religion notebook.
10/1 * Parent may bring in pet to be blessed at Mass but parent MUST be able to take pet home right after Mass tomorrow.
Rel. - Memorize Hail Mary in Workbook p. 59.
*Vocabulary test tomorrow.
If you have not yet read my letter to parents posted lasted week, please go back and do so.
It may help clear up any concerns you may have and simplify things for your children. Starting this week children will begin each Religion class with a daily prayer and gospel reading. Students will practice reading scripture using a Bible in class. These are new guidelines from the archdiocese. In order to set the tone in class, I'd like to build a small shrine on a table in our classroom and am asking parents to send in small items to suitable for a shrine: small plastic religious figure or statue, rosary beads, holy pictures, plastic flower in mini vase, etc. Thanks.
Every Monday students from all classes will be copying their fifteen weekly vocabulary words in their Vocabulary notebook and every Friday the students will be tested on the meaning of those words. Please make sure your children study these throughout the week.
9/28 * Study the definitions of the 15 vocabulary words in the Vocabulary notebook for test Fri.
Rel. - Read Religion Workbook p. 4
9/29 SS - Study pp. 4 to 29 in text book for test on Wed.
Rel. - Answer Religion Workbook p. 5
9/30 SS - On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer 3 questions on p. 41.
Rel. - Study new notes in Religion notebook.
10/1 * Parent may bring in pet to be blessed at Mass but parent MUST be able to take pet home right after Mass tomorrow.
Rel. - Memorize Hail Mary in Workbook p. 59.
*Vocabulary test tomorrow.
Monday, September 21, 2009
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Fourth Grade Homework 9/20 - 9/25
* No school this Wednesday.
Below is a list of the Homework for each day in both subjects.
Social Studies (text book pages are also listed in case you wish to review these with your child)
9/20 In SS notebook on top line write Workbook p. 2. Answer questions on p. 2.
SS text pp. 12-15.
9/21 In SS notebook on top line write Workbook p.3. Review text p. G8.
9/23 In SS notebook on top line write Workbook p.4. SS text pp. 16-17.
9/24 SS text pp. 18-21
Religion
9/20 Study 5 Religion definitions in vocabulary notebook.
9/21 Study all notes in Religion notebook for test on Thursday.
9/23 Review 5 Religion definitions in vocabulary notebook for test on Friday.
9/24 No class due to 2:30 dismissal
Below is a list of the Homework for each day in both subjects.
Social Studies (text book pages are also listed in case you wish to review these with your child)
9/20 In SS notebook on top line write Workbook p. 2. Answer questions on p. 2.
SS text pp. 12-15.
9/21 In SS notebook on top line write Workbook p.3. Review text p. G8.
9/23 In SS notebook on top line write Workbook p.4. SS text pp. 16-17.
9/24 SS text pp. 18-21
Religion
9/20 Study 5 Religion definitions in vocabulary notebook.
9/21 Study all notes in Religion notebook for test on Thursday.
9/23 Review 5 Religion definitions in vocabulary notebook for test on Friday.
9/24 No class due to 2:30 dismissal
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Third Grade Homework 9/20 - 9/25
*No school this Wednesday.
Below is the Homework for both subjects:
Social Studies: (text pp. are also listed in case you wish to review with your child.)
9/20 In SS notebook write on top line Workbook p. 6. Answer questions on p.6
SS text pp. 11-15.
9/21 In SS notebook
write Workbook p. 7. Answer questions on p. 7 SS text pp. 16-21
9/23 In SS notebook write Workbook p.8 . Answer questions on p. 8 SStext pp 22-23
9/24 SS text pp. 24-26
Religion
9/20 Study the 5 Religion definitions in Vocabulary notebook.
9/21 Study all notes in Religion notebook for test on Thursday.
9/23 Review 5 Reigion definitions in Vocabulary notebook.
Below is the Homework for both subjects:
Social Studies: (text pp. are also listed in case you wish to review with your child.)
9/20 In SS notebook write on top line Workbook p. 6. Answer questions on p.6
SS text pp. 11-15.
9/21 In SS notebook
write Workbook p. 7. Answer questions on p. 7 SS text pp. 16-219/23 In SS notebook write Workbook p.8 . Answer questions on p. 8 SStext pp 22-23
9/24 SS text pp. 24-26
Religion
9/20 Study the 5 Religion definitions in Vocabulary notebook.
9/21 Study all notes in Religion notebook for test on Thursday.
9/23 Review 5 Reigion definitions in Vocabulary notebook.
Second Grade Homework 9/20 - 9/25
*There is no school this Wednesday. Dismissal is 2:30 ever Friday. Gym is on Mondays.
Below is a list of the HOMEWORK for each day in both subjects:
Social Studies (text book pages are also listed in case you wish to review with your child)
9/20 In Social Studies notebook write on top line Definitions Unit 2 Write the word and definition for each word on p. 30. Look up words in the glossary. Skip line after each.
SS text pp 30-31
9/21 On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer 3 questions on p. 35 in complete sentences. SS text pp. 32-35
9/23 On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer all questions on p. 39 in complete sentences. SS text pp. 36-39.
9/24 text pp. 40-41
Religion
9/20 Study the five Religion definitions for test
9/21 Study all notes in Religion notebook for test Thursday.
9/23 Review the five Religion definitions in Vocabulary notebook for test on Friday.
Below is a list of the HOMEWORK for each day in both subjects:
Social Studies (text book pages are also listed in case you wish to review with your child)
9/20 In Social Studies notebook write on top line Definitions Unit 2 Write the word and definition for each word on p. 30. Look up words in the glossary. Skip line after each.
SS text pp 30-31
9/21 On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer 3 questions on p. 35 in complete sentences. SS text pp. 32-35
9/23 On looseleaf write a full heading. Answer all questions on p. 39 in complete sentences. SS text pp. 36-39.
9/24 text pp. 40-41
Religion
9/20 Study the five Religion definitions for test
9/21 Study all notes in Religion notebook for test Thursday.
9/23 Review the five Religion definitions in Vocabulary notebook for test on Friday.
Letter to Parents of All Students for Sept. 20 to 25
Dear Parents of Students of 2nd, 3rd,and 4th graders:
The following letter is meant to clarify any concerns you may be having this year.
Now that most books are covered and all notebooks have been brought in, the problem of heavy book bags hopefully will lighten up. Children now will only be taking home the books necessary for their homework. Since there is no homework assigned on Fridays, students may take home whatever book you feel they most need to review over the weekend.
If any parent needs to see me, please make an appointment through the office for any day between 7:45 and 8:00 and if you have a quick question I usually arrive in the auditorium about 7:30 (or you may write me a note in your child's purple assignment book), but
I cannot call you during school hours and calling you from home is not allowed. In case of something urgent, please call the office to contact me.
In regard to corrected homework, the school policy is to grade each assignmennt as 100 , 50, or 0. Perfect or with minor errors is marked as 100. No homework, wrong page, or late homework (unless I receive a parent note that day) is marked as 0. Not following directions or incomplete homework is marked as 50. Examples of not following directions are: not answering in complete sentences or not writing a full heading on looseleaf when it is stated in the
homework. It is important for homework to be done in the correct notebook to avoid confusion and notebooks should never be left at home! Headings should NOT be written in the notebook and students should never copy the questions -- it's a waste of time.
Answers should be in complete sentences if it is stated in the homework.
Students will be assigned 15 vocabulary words per week (5 from each teacher) to study for a test each Friday. A definition for each word will be copied in class in their vocabulary notebooks. EACH STUDENT SHOULD HAVE ONLY ONE VOCABULARY NOTEBOOK! Students need to study the meaning of the words, not their spelling. Starting next week, Mr. Woods said the SAME words will be assigned to all three classes. Last week I gave Social Studies words so this week it will be Religion.
For Sept. 21 to 25 , the vocabulary words for 2nd, 3d, and 4th are :
commandments, creation, apostles, Incarnation, Santus. Some work planned for last week had to be repeated due to unscheduled meeting and switching of classes being cancelled on Friday morning.
Please click on your child's grade to see this week's homework in Social Studies and Religion. Thank you. Ms. Saville
The following letter is meant to clarify any concerns you may be having this year.
Now that most books are covered and all notebooks have been brought in, the problem of heavy book bags hopefully will lighten up. Children now will only be taking home the books necessary for their homework. Since there is no homework assigned on Fridays, students may take home whatever book you feel they most need to review over the weekend.
If any parent needs to see me, please make an appointment through the office for any day between 7:45 and 8:00 and if you have a quick question I usually arrive in the auditorium about 7:30 (or you may write me a note in your child's purple assignment book), but
I cannot call you during school hours and calling you from home is not allowed. In case of something urgent, please call the office to contact me.
In regard to corrected homework, the school policy is to grade each assignmennt as 100 , 50, or 0. Perfect or with minor errors is marked as 100. No homework, wrong page, or late homework (unless I receive a parent note that day) is marked as 0. Not following directions or incomplete homework is marked as 50. Examples of not following directions are: not answering in complete sentences or not writing a full heading on looseleaf when it is stated in the
homework. It is important for homework to be done in the correct notebook to avoid confusion and notebooks should never be left at home! Headings should NOT be written in the notebook and students should never copy the questions -- it's a waste of time.
Answers should be in complete sentences if it is stated in the homework.
Students will be assigned 15 vocabulary words per week (5 from each teacher) to study for a test each Friday. A definition for each word will be copied in class in their vocabulary notebooks. EACH STUDENT SHOULD HAVE ONLY ONE VOCABULARY NOTEBOOK! Students need to study the meaning of the words, not their spelling. Starting next week, Mr. Woods said the SAME words will be assigned to all three classes. Last week I gave Social Studies words so this week it will be Religion.
For Sept. 21 to 25 , the vocabulary words for 2nd, 3d, and 4th are :
commandments, creation, apostles, Incarnation, Santus. Some work planned for last week had to be repeated due to unscheduled meeting and switching of classes being cancelled on Friday morning.
Please click on your child's grade to see this week's homework in Social Studies and Religion. Thank you. Ms. Saville
Monday, September 14, 2009
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Beginning of the Year Message to Parents of 2nd, 3rd and 4th Graders
Dear Parents,
Welcome back! I'm looking forward to another year with many of my former students and to see their progress into the next grade. I also welcome any new students who may be joining us. Mr. Woods has asked us to post a supply list as some of you have requested.
Please see below:
Welcome back! I'm looking forward to another year with many of my former students and to see their progress into the next grade. I also welcome any new students who may be joining us. Mr. Woods has asked us to post a supply list as some of you have requested.
Please see below:
- three sharpened pencils each with an eraser on top. NO pens or sharpeners are allowed in class
- two hardcover marble notebooks. NO spiral notebooks are allowed. One notebook should be labeled Religion and the other should be labeled Social Studies. Both notebooks should have your child's name and grade clearly printed in front.
- one looseleaf pad which allows one sheet to be pulled out at a time. NO loose sheets or bulky binders.
- one pack of colored pencils (10 or 12 pack) and one glue stick. NO marker or glue bottles.
- one or two flat zippered pencil cases to hold all small items. Items should NOT be loose and NOT be kept in book bags. Crayons should also be kept in a pencil case.
- small packs of tissues, small bottle of hand sanitizer or small packs of handiwipes. These should fit in a pencil case.
- two plastic folders -- each with two bottom pockets and clear panels in front and back. These are available in the supply room. Other types of folders are not acceptable.
- one SCHOOL assignment book which will be distributed in class. Please do not purchase a different one.
- one sturdy book bag -- the one on wheels is best due to heavy books
- one lunch box if you wish your child to bring his/her own lunch . Food may not be kept in book bags or in paper or plastic bags. No eating is allowed in classroom this year.*
- book covers for text and workbooks. Each cover need to state student's name, grade, and subject.
- a plastic container of disinfectant wipes to clean off desks and a roll of paper towels
- one extra marble notebook to be labeled Vocabulary and to be used to list ALL the words and definitions give by each teacher - five per week - covering all subject areas
* Mr. Woods has decided that eating in the classroom will no longer be allowed in departmental classes since it interferes with teaching time. That means that students must eat their breakfast in the auditorium before coming to class. It also means that ALL birthday parties must be celebrated in the auditorium and ONLY during lunch time which is a forty-five minute period. Parties cannot extend beyond that time since students must be back in time for class.
When buying materials in the supply room , this must also be done before entering class and students are expected back in class no later than 8:15. Students will not be allowed to leave the classroom to go downstairs alone to buy anything once they have entered the classroom!
Since we now have a library on our floor, students will be assigned times for visiting and will be issued cards for borrowing books. Children should NOT take out books from the library without permission or be in the library when they should be in class.
Below are some helpful rules:
- Class begins at 8:00 every morning, but no child is allowed in the room until 7:45. If a child is late, parent must ask for a late pass before child can enter room. Dismissal is at 4:00 every day except Fridays. More than two latenesses during any quarter would result in no honors allowed for that period on the report card.
- If a parent wishes to contact me, they should write a note in their child's assignment pad in the section marked "Notes"or they ask for an appointment to see me any morning at 7:45. Parents may not stop in during school hours or during lunch time.
- Students are not allowed to come back to class after dismissal for forgotten items or books, even if they are in the after school. Parent may write a note and child may makeup homework the following day in case a book is forgotten.
- By Fri., Sept. 11 parents should return all filled in cards or forms they have received. Students should have their supplies including above mentioned no later than Sept. 14.
- All belongings should be labeled with your child's name. Text books and workbooks will need to be covered and clearly labeled with your child's name, grade, and subject.
- There must be two separate folders and two separate notebooks for each teacher and each folder and notebook must be clearly marked with child's name, grade, and subject from the start to avoid confusion. Students should avoid mixing subjects in any notebook! It is very important that notebooks are kept neat, complete, and organized from the beginning since they will be taking very important notes this year. Only one notebook (one per subject) should be used for the entire year since they will need to refer to these notes to study for both mid-term and end-term exams. For my class label one folder and one notebook Religion, and the other folder and notebook Social Studies. Each should have student's full name and grade as well.
- An absent note explaining the reason for absense is due when a student returns to class.
- Tests are sent home periodically in a test folder. Each test must be signed by a parent and returned in the same folder.
Homework must be neat and complete and handed in on time. Each homework assignment done in the notebook should show title, date, and page of text or workbook on top of for easy reference. No notebook pages should be torn out and no other work except that assigned for the subject should be in the notebook.
I will be teaching Religion (including preparation for sacraments), Social Studies, and Handwriting (including script) this year. For report card grades an average of tests, homework, classwork, and projects is needed. One project per subject will be assigned for each quarter. DBQs (Document Based Questions) in Social Studies which include essay writing will be done twice a month to prepare students for the state test given in fifth grade. For honors on the report card Mr. Woods is also requiring an A or B in conduct so extra effort is needed on your child's part to cooperate and follow rules including being prepared for class each day.
I am looking forward to meeting you in September. Ms. Saville
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Sunday, June 7, 2009
Fourth Grade 6/8 - 6/12
Social Studies
On Monday through Wednesday work will be completed in DBQ asignments : responses and essays to be placed in student's school portfolio. On Thursday and Friday work will cover Chapter Review pages in either oral bees or written assignments.
Religion
This week work will cover Chapter Review pages in Religion and Handwriting pages to complete the year's work.
On Monday through Wednesday work will be completed in DBQ asignments : responses and essays to be placed in student's school portfolio. On Thursday and Friday work will cover Chapter Review pages in either oral bees or written assignments.
Religion
This week work will cover Chapter Review pages in Religion and Handwriting pages to complete the year's work.
Third Grade 6/8 - 6/12
Social Studies
From Monday through Wednesday, work will be completed on DBQ assignments: responses and essays for the school portfolios. On Thursday and Friday, work will cover Chapter Reviews in oral bees and some written assignments.
Religion
This week work will be assigned in Chapter Review pages in Religion and Handwriting book pages.
From Monday through Wednesday, work will be completed on DBQ assignments: responses and essays for the school portfolios. On Thursday and Friday, work will cover Chapter Reviews in oral bees and some written assignments.
Religion
This week work will be assigned in Chapter Review pages in Religion and Handwriting book pages.
Second Grade 6/8 - 6/12
Dear Parents, This Friday dismissal is at 2:30. Gym is cancelled due to Pre K graduation in auditorium on Tuesday morning. On Monday, departmental teachers will meet from 12:00 to 4:00 to agree on grades for character development. During this week work will be assigned in Religion Chapter Review pages and Handwriting pages to complete the year's work. Please check calendar for next week's dismissal times.
This week a permission slip will be sent home for our annual school field day trip to Riverbank State Park. We will be leaving together from school and taking the train to the park on Monday, June 15 and will be returning by 12:30 in the same way. Please sign the permission slip and indicate if you or another resposible adult will be coming with us that day.
All students must wear their school gym shirt and long sweat pants and bring a lightweight back pack. I strongly suggest all children bring water bottles, sunglasses, suntan lotion, a light lunch and snack, and hand sanitizer or handiwipes. Outdoor toys such as balls, bats, kites, frisbees, jump ropes,etc. are allowed as long as they all fit inside the backpack. Hands however need to be free in order to hold on while climbing stairs or holding a partner's hand when crossing streets. Children who go with their parents to the park and meet us there must be marked absent. If a parent wishes to take their child home early must sign out their child before leaving. Ms. Saville
This week a permission slip will be sent home for our annual school field day trip to Riverbank State Park. We will be leaving together from school and taking the train to the park on Monday, June 15 and will be returning by 12:30 in the same way. Please sign the permission slip and indicate if you or another resposible adult will be coming with us that day.
All students must wear their school gym shirt and long sweat pants and bring a lightweight back pack. I strongly suggest all children bring water bottles, sunglasses, suntan lotion, a light lunch and snack, and hand sanitizer or handiwipes. Outdoor toys such as balls, bats, kites, frisbees, jump ropes,etc. are allowed as long as they all fit inside the backpack. Hands however need to be free in order to hold on while climbing stairs or holding a partner's hand when crossing streets. Children who go with their parents to the park and meet us there must be marked absent. If a parent wishes to take their child home early must sign out their child before leaving. Ms. Saville
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Fourth Grade 6/1 - 6/5
Social Studies
6/1 Lesson: Review for Social Studies Final
Homework: Review all infomation on last week's blog and corrected formative assessment test
for Social Studies Final on Tuesday.
6/2 Social Studies Final Exam
Homework: Review for Penmanship exam on Wednesday.
6/3 Penmanship Exam
6/4 Aim: To introduce DBQ on American Government
Lesson: Students read and answer document questions.
6/5 Aim: To outline information for essay on DBQ
Lesson: Students write essay on American Government.
Religion
6/1 Computer (cancelled) Handwriting Practice
6/2 Lesson: Review for Religion Final Exam. Handwriting Practice
Homework: Review all information on blog and corrected formative assessment test for Religion
Final Exam on Thursday.
6/3 Lesson: Review for Religion Final Exam.
Homework: Continue reviewing.
6/4 Religion Archdiocesen Final Exam
6/5 No class due to 12:00 dismissal.
6/1 Lesson: Review for Social Studies Final
Homework: Review all infomation on last week's blog and corrected formative assessment test
for Social Studies Final on Tuesday.
6/2 Social Studies Final Exam
Homework: Review for Penmanship exam on Wednesday.
6/3 Penmanship Exam
6/4 Aim: To introduce DBQ on American Government
Lesson: Students read and answer document questions.
6/5 Aim: To outline information for essay on DBQ
Lesson: Students write essay on American Government.
Religion
6/1 Computer (cancelled) Handwriting Practice
6/2 Lesson: Review for Religion Final Exam. Handwriting Practice
Homework: Review all information on blog and corrected formative assessment test for Religion
Final Exam on Thursday.
6/3 Lesson: Review for Religion Final Exam.
Homework: Continue reviewing.
6/4 Religion Archdiocesen Final Exam
6/5 No class due to 12:00 dismissal.
Third Grade 6/1 - 6/5
Social Studies
6/1 Lesson: Review for Social Studies Final.
Homework: Review all information on last week's blog and corrected formative assessment tests for exam Tuesday.
6/2 Social Studies Final Exam
Homework: Review for Penmanship test Wed. and Religion Final on Thursday.
6/3 Penmanship Exam
6/4 Aim: To introduce DBQ on Celebrating Holidays
Lesson: Students read and answer document questions.
6/5 Aim: To outline information for esssay on the DBQ.
Lesson: Students write essay on Celebrating Holidays.
Religion
6/1 Lesson: Review for Religion Final Exam Handwriting Practice
6/2 Lesson: Review for Religion Final Exam Handwriting Practice
Homework: Review all information on blog and corrected formative assessment test for Religion Final Exam on Thursday.
6/3 Lesson: Review for Religion Final Exam
Homework: Continue review.
6/4 Religion Archdiocesen Final Exam
6/5 No class due to 12:00 dismissal.
6/1 Lesson: Review for Social Studies Final.
Homework: Review all information on last week's blog and corrected formative assessment tests for exam Tuesday.
6/2 Social Studies Final Exam
Homework: Review for Penmanship test Wed. and Religion Final on Thursday.
6/3 Penmanship Exam
6/4 Aim: To introduce DBQ on Celebrating Holidays
Lesson: Students read and answer document questions.
6/5 Aim: To outline information for esssay on the DBQ.
Lesson: Students write essay on Celebrating Holidays.
Religion
6/1 Lesson: Review for Religion Final Exam Handwriting Practice
6/2 Lesson: Review for Religion Final Exam Handwriting Practice
Homework: Review all information on blog and corrected formative assessment test for Religion Final Exam on Thursday.
6/3 Lesson: Review for Religion Final Exam
Homework: Continue review.
6/4 Religion Archdiocesen Final Exam
6/5 No class due to 12:00 dismissal.
Second Grade 6/1 - 6/5
Social Studies
6/1 Lesson: Review for Social Studies Final
Homework: Review all information on last week's blog and corrected formative assessment tests returned for final exam on Tuesday.
6/2 GYM (cancelled) Social Studies Final Exam
Homework: Review for Penmanship test Wed.
6/3 Penmanship Exam
6/4 Aim: To introduce DBQ on Lewis & Clark Trip
Lesson: Students read and answer document based questions
Homework: *Dismissal is at 12:00 on Friday.
6/5 Aim: To outline information for essay on DBQ
Lesson: Students write essay on the Lewis and Clark Trip.
Religion
6/1 Lesson: Review for Religion Final . Handwriting Practice.
6/2 Lesson: Review for Religion Final. Handwriting Practice.
6/3 Lesson: Review for Religion Final
Homework: Review all on last week's blog and any corrected formative assessment tests for Religion Final on Thursday.
6/4 Religion Final Exam
6/5 No class due to 12:00 dismissal
6/1 Lesson: Review for Social Studies Final
Homework: Review all information on last week's blog and corrected formative assessment tests returned for final exam on Tuesday.
6/2 GYM (cancelled) Social Studies Final Exam
Homework: Review for Penmanship test Wed.
6/3 Penmanship Exam
6/4 Aim: To introduce DBQ on Lewis & Clark Trip
Lesson: Students read and answer document based questions
Homework: *Dismissal is at 12:00 on Friday.
6/5 Aim: To outline information for essay on DBQ
Lesson: Students write essay on the Lewis and Clark Trip.
Religion
6/1 Lesson: Review for Religion Final . Handwriting Practice.
6/2 Lesson: Review for Religion Final. Handwriting Practice.
6/3 Lesson: Review for Religion Final
Homework: Review all on last week's blog and any corrected formative assessment tests for Religion Final on Thursday.
6/4 Religion Final Exam
6/5 No class due to 12:00 dismissal
Monday, May 25, 2009
Fourth Grade 5/26 - 5/29
Social Studies
Know the definitions of the following:
colony, constitution, draft, suffrage, reform, stocks, strike, scale, conservation, amendment, veto,
financial, agricultural, executive, legislative, judicial, latitude, longitude, meridian, immigrants,
tenements, migration
Review the following:
New Deal, Harlem Renaissance, Emancipation Proclamation, Constitution, Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, Eighteenth Amendment, Love Canal, Grand Central Terminal,
Great Migration, French and Indian War
Identify the following:
Verrazano, Peter Minuet, Ethan Allen, James F. Cooper, Samuel Gompers, Fredric Bartholdi,
Harriet Tubman, Thurgood Marshall, Robert Fulton, Shirley Chisholm
Review the causes and effects , significant battles, and people involved in the American
Revolution, civil War, World War I, World War II.
Students should think about qualities and values of the American people that are most admired
in our acceptance of other cultures through immigration, in our ways of representing different states, and in our treatment of each other after the tragedy of Sept. 11, 2001.
Religion
Know the definitions of the following:
temptation, covenant, covet, communion of saints, idolatry, sacred images, conscience,
sin (venial, mortal, omission), examination of conscience, contrition, penance, absolution,
saint, martyr, holiness, fasting, almsgiving, rite, sacrament, final judgment, diocese, tabernacle
Be able to identify the following:
Advent, Lent, Pentecost, Eucharist, Resurrection, Ascension, Assumption, Annunciation,
Holy Family, Blessed Trinity, Old Testament, New Testament, Chosen People (Israelites),
Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation), Sacraments of Healing (Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick)
Memorize the following:
*the Ten Commandments and what each means
*the Seven Sacraments and what happens in each one
*the Corporal Works of Mercy
*the Spiritual Works of Mercy
*the Beatitudes and what each means
*the Apostles' Creed
*the Sanctus (Holy, holy, holy...)
*the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary
*the prayers to the Blessed Trinity (Signof the Cross & Glory to the Father)
Students should think about writing on the following topics:
*Choose two of the first three commandments which deal with our relationship with God.
Write each commandment and explain how you practice it in your daily life.
*Choose two of the last seven commandments which deal with our relationship with others.
Write each commandment and explain how you practice it in your daily life.
*Choose a Corporal Work of Mercy. Write it and explain how someone you know practiced it.
*Choose a Spiritual Work of Mercy. Do the same.
*Explain five rules one should follow to make a good moral choice. Describe when you had a
difficult choice to make.
*Choose a Joyful Mystery of the Rosary. Describe what you would do if you were there.
*Choose a Beatitude . Write the Beatitude ad explain what it means and how you have seen it practiced.
Know the definitions of the following:
colony, constitution, draft, suffrage, reform, stocks, strike, scale, conservation, amendment, veto,
financial, agricultural, executive, legislative, judicial, latitude, longitude, meridian, immigrants,
tenements, migration
Review the following:
New Deal, Harlem Renaissance, Emancipation Proclamation, Constitution, Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, Eighteenth Amendment, Love Canal, Grand Central Terminal,
Great Migration, French and Indian War
Identify the following:
Verrazano, Peter Minuet, Ethan Allen, James F. Cooper, Samuel Gompers, Fredric Bartholdi,
Harriet Tubman, Thurgood Marshall, Robert Fulton, Shirley Chisholm
Review the causes and effects , significant battles, and people involved in the American
Revolution, civil War, World War I, World War II.
Students should think about qualities and values of the American people that are most admired
in our acceptance of other cultures through immigration, in our ways of representing different states, and in our treatment of each other after the tragedy of Sept. 11, 2001.
Religion
Know the definitions of the following:
temptation, covenant, covet, communion of saints, idolatry, sacred images, conscience,
sin (venial, mortal, omission), examination of conscience, contrition, penance, absolution,
saint, martyr, holiness, fasting, almsgiving, rite, sacrament, final judgment, diocese, tabernacle
Be able to identify the following:
Advent, Lent, Pentecost, Eucharist, Resurrection, Ascension, Assumption, Annunciation,
Holy Family, Blessed Trinity, Old Testament, New Testament, Chosen People (Israelites),
Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism, Eucharist, Confirmation), Sacraments of Healing (Reconciliation, Anointing of the Sick)
Memorize the following:
*the Ten Commandments and what each means
*the Seven Sacraments and what happens in each one
*the Corporal Works of Mercy
*the Spiritual Works of Mercy
*the Beatitudes and what each means
*the Apostles' Creed
*the Sanctus (Holy, holy, holy...)
*the Joyful Mysteries of the Rosary
*the prayers to the Blessed Trinity (Signof the Cross & Glory to the Father)
Students should think about writing on the following topics:
*Choose two of the first three commandments which deal with our relationship with God.
Write each commandment and explain how you practice it in your daily life.
*Choose two of the last seven commandments which deal with our relationship with others.
Write each commandment and explain how you practice it in your daily life.
*Choose a Corporal Work of Mercy. Write it and explain how someone you know practiced it.
*Choose a Spiritual Work of Mercy. Do the same.
*Explain five rules one should follow to make a good moral choice. Describe when you had a
difficult choice to make.
*Choose a Joyful Mystery of the Rosary. Describe what you would do if you were there.
*Choose a Beatitude . Write the Beatitude ad explain what it means and how you have seen it practiced.
Third Grade 5/26 - 5/29
Social Studies
Know definition for the following:
geography, hemisphere, coast, equator, environment, technology, artifact, mission, compromise,
telegraph, capitol, citizen, ambassador, peninsula, encyclopedia
Know leaders of our government: country:president state:governor city:mayor
Be able to identify: Constitution, Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights
Know the identity of the following:
John Smith, Pocahontas, G. Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Ben Franklin, James Madison,
Abraham Lincoln, Martin L. King , Alexander G Bell, Wright Brothers
Review information about the English Channel Tunnel, Tom Thumb, Ellis Island,Oregon Trail,
American Revolution, Civil War.
Students should think about the kinds of servies local governments provide such as education,
recreation, safety, and public transportation.
Religion
Know definitions of the following:
savior,trinity, disciple, apostle, faith, gospel, sermon (homily), parable, miracle, stewardship,
communion of saints, grace, Sabbath, Presider's Chair, sacristy, sacred vessels, vestments,
temple, scripture, sacrament
Be able to identify the following:
Advent, Lent, Pentecost, Eucharist, Resurrection, Ascension, Assumption, Incarnation,
Kingdom of God, Annunciation, Crucifixion, Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Sanctus, Sign of Peace,
Prayer of the Faithful (intercessions)
Know the difference between: Holy Family and Blessed Trinity; Liturgy of the Word and
Liturgy of the Eucharist; religious person and lay person; Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism,
Eucharist, Confirmation) and Sacraments of Healing (Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick)
Remember the folowing: Jesus means God saves and deacon means one who serves.
God is creator. Holy Spirit is helper. Joseph is foster father of Jesus. Mary is Mother of
the Church. Peter is head of the church and first pope. Elizabeth is Mary's cousin.
Pope is Bishop of Rome and leader of whole Catholic Church. Bishop is leader of diocese.
Pastor is leader of parish. Priests and deacons are ordained ministers. Lay persons are
baptized members of the church but not ordained.
Memorize the following prayers:
Prayers to the Trinity: Sign of the Cross and Glory to the Father
Prayer of forgiveness: Act of Contrition
Prayer of faith: Apostles' Creed
Sanctus: prayer said at Mass: Holy, holy, holy ...
Know each of the ten commandments and what each means.
Know names of the seven sacraments and what happens in each.
Review what happens in the the following parables:
The Good Samaritan The Prodigal Son (The Forgiving Father) The Mustard Seed
The Lost Sheep (The Good Shepherd) Paables of the Kingdom (The Sower and the Seed)
Review what happens in the following miracles:
The Wedding Banquet (at Cana) The Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish
Be able to describe thoroughly all that happens in the sacrament of Baptism.
Be able to explain to someone what it means to live a Christian life.
Be able to make up a prayer that you would say in preparing for confession, or after
receiving Holy Communion, or for special needs in your family.
Know definition for the following:
geography, hemisphere, coast, equator, environment, technology, artifact, mission, compromise,
telegraph, capitol, citizen, ambassador, peninsula, encyclopedia
Know leaders of our government: country:president state:governor city:mayor
Be able to identify: Constitution, Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights
Know the identity of the following:
John Smith, Pocahontas, G. Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Ben Franklin, James Madison,
Abraham Lincoln, Martin L. King , Alexander G Bell, Wright Brothers
Review information about the English Channel Tunnel, Tom Thumb, Ellis Island,Oregon Trail,
American Revolution, Civil War.
Students should think about the kinds of servies local governments provide such as education,
recreation, safety, and public transportation.
Religion
Know definitions of the following:
savior,trinity, disciple, apostle, faith, gospel, sermon (homily), parable, miracle, stewardship,
communion of saints, grace, Sabbath, Presider's Chair, sacristy, sacred vessels, vestments,
temple, scripture, sacrament
Be able to identify the following:
Advent, Lent, Pentecost, Eucharist, Resurrection, Ascension, Assumption, Incarnation,
Kingdom of God, Annunciation, Crucifixion, Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Sanctus, Sign of Peace,
Prayer of the Faithful (intercessions)
Know the difference between: Holy Family and Blessed Trinity; Liturgy of the Word and
Liturgy of the Eucharist; religious person and lay person; Sacraments of Initiation (Baptism,
Eucharist, Confirmation) and Sacraments of Healing (Reconciliation and Anointing of the Sick)
Remember the folowing: Jesus means God saves and deacon means one who serves.
God is creator. Holy Spirit is helper. Joseph is foster father of Jesus. Mary is Mother of
the Church. Peter is head of the church and first pope. Elizabeth is Mary's cousin.
Pope is Bishop of Rome and leader of whole Catholic Church. Bishop is leader of diocese.
Pastor is leader of parish. Priests and deacons are ordained ministers. Lay persons are
baptized members of the church but not ordained.
Memorize the following prayers:
Prayers to the Trinity: Sign of the Cross and Glory to the Father
Prayer of forgiveness: Act of Contrition
Prayer of faith: Apostles' Creed
Sanctus: prayer said at Mass: Holy, holy, holy ...
Know each of the ten commandments and what each means.
Know names of the seven sacraments and what happens in each.
Review what happens in the the following parables:
The Good Samaritan The Prodigal Son (The Forgiving Father) The Mustard Seed
The Lost Sheep (The Good Shepherd) Paables of the Kingdom (The Sower and the Seed)
Review what happens in the following miracles:
The Wedding Banquet (at Cana) The Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish
Be able to describe thoroughly all that happens in the sacrament of Baptism.
Be able to explain to someone what it means to live a Christian life.
Be able to make up a prayer that you would say in preparing for confession, or after
receiving Holy Communion, or for special needs in your family.
Second Grade 5/26 - 5/29
Social Studies
Know definitions for the following:
law, tax, resource, monument, tribe, community, graph, income, factory, budget, suburb,
capital city, capitol building, pioneer, settler, canoe, vote, citizen
Know government leaders: country: president state: governor city: mayor
Know departments: fire, police, sanitation (for cleaning), recreation (for parks)
Know the different landforms and water bodies.
Know facts about our flag and our other country's symbols.
Know facts about George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Martin L. King.
Know how money is used: income, taxes, and fines (paid for disobeying the law)
Know where the Pilgrims came from and where they settled.
Know difference between: natural features (hill) and man-made features (bridge)
products (food) and service (haircut)
Students should think about how celebrating holidays, visiting landmarks, and practicing different customs are ways of honoring our country.
Religion
Know definitions for the following:
church, prayer, sin, grace, heaven, hell, charity, host, scripture, vestment,examination of
conscience, confession, contrition, penance, absolution, tabernacle
Know what happens in the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
Know difference between the Blessed Trinity an the Holy Family (Who is Joseph?)
Know what the Blessed Sacrament is and where it is kept.
Review the following terms: Advent, Lent, Pentecost, Nativity, Epiphany, Incarnation,
Crucifixion, Resurrection, Ascension, Assumption, Immaculate Conception (to honor Mary)
Be able to explain in each of the seven sacraments, especially Baptism , Reconciliaton, Eucharist.
Be able to name each of the ten commandments and explain what each one means.
Students should be able to choose two commandments, write what they are, and explain
how they practice obeying these in their daily lives.
Students should also be able to explain what happens in each of the following and what it means:
The Prodigal Son (The Forgiving Father)
The Wedding Banquet (Wedding of Cana)
The Lost Sheep (The Good Shepherd)
The Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish (Feeding of the Crowd)
Know definitions for the following:
law, tax, resource, monument, tribe, community, graph, income, factory, budget, suburb,
capital city, capitol building, pioneer, settler, canoe, vote, citizen
Know government leaders: country: president state: governor city: mayor
Know departments: fire, police, sanitation (for cleaning), recreation (for parks)
Know the different landforms and water bodies.
Know facts about our flag and our other country's symbols.
Know facts about George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Martin L. King.
Know how money is used: income, taxes, and fines (paid for disobeying the law)
Know where the Pilgrims came from and where they settled.
Know difference between: natural features (hill) and man-made features (bridge)
products (food) and service (haircut)
Students should think about how celebrating holidays, visiting landmarks, and practicing different customs are ways of honoring our country.
Religion
Know definitions for the following:
church, prayer, sin, grace, heaven, hell, charity, host, scripture, vestment,examination of
conscience, confession, contrition, penance, absolution, tabernacle
Know what happens in the Liturgy of the Word and the Liturgy of the Eucharist.
Know difference between the Blessed Trinity an the Holy Family (Who is Joseph?)
Know what the Blessed Sacrament is and where it is kept.
Review the following terms: Advent, Lent, Pentecost, Nativity, Epiphany, Incarnation,
Crucifixion, Resurrection, Ascension, Assumption, Immaculate Conception (to honor Mary)
Be able to explain in each of the seven sacraments, especially Baptism , Reconciliaton, Eucharist.
Be able to name each of the ten commandments and explain what each one means.
Students should be able to choose two commandments, write what they are, and explain
how they practice obeying these in their daily lives.
Students should also be able to explain what happens in each of the following and what it means:
The Prodigal Son (The Forgiving Father)
The Wedding Banquet (Wedding of Cana)
The Lost Sheep (The Good Shepherd)
The Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish (Feeding of the Crowd)
Letter to Parents 5/26 - 5/29
Dear Parents, This week's blog contains review work for end term exams which will be
given in June. I will spend much of this week in class reviewing as well. The Social Studies
tests for all three grades will contain a DBQ (Document Based Questions used for writing
an essay). The third and fourth grades only will be taking the exams from the Archdiocese
of New York in Religion.
All the definitions and other information your students need to review
are in their notebooks. Textbooks can be consulted as needed but the notes (especially in
Religion) are most important. The reference sections in the back of the texts, however, can
also be helpful in reviewing the year's work.
I will be returning all test papers this week and I ask that they all be
signed and returned no later than Monday, June 1st. Mr. Woods has a Religion and a
Social Studies formative assessment test for 2nd grade that has not yet been returned
for distribution. The formative assessment tests I made up are designed to give students
a sample of what types of questions students will be expected to answer on mid and end
term exams so any tests of this kind returned should be reviewed as well.
Please check your child's homework assignment book for any
additional homework or notices. All students should bring rosary beads this week.
Dismissal is at 2:30 this Friday. Thank you.
given in June. I will spend much of this week in class reviewing as well. The Social Studies
tests for all three grades will contain a DBQ (Document Based Questions used for writing
an essay). The third and fourth grades only will be taking the exams from the Archdiocese
of New York in Religion.
All the definitions and other information your students need to review
are in their notebooks. Textbooks can be consulted as needed but the notes (especially in
Religion) are most important. The reference sections in the back of the texts, however, can
also be helpful in reviewing the year's work.
I will be returning all test papers this week and I ask that they all be
signed and returned no later than Monday, June 1st. Mr. Woods has a Religion and a
Social Studies formative assessment test for 2nd grade that has not yet been returned
for distribution. The formative assessment tests I made up are designed to give students
a sample of what types of questions students will be expected to answer on mid and end
term exams so any tests of this kind returned should be reviewed as well.
Please check your child's homework assignment book for any
additional homework or notices. All students should bring rosary beads this week.
Dismissal is at 2:30 this Friday. Thank you.
Sunday, May 17, 2009
Fourth Grade 5/18 - 5/22
Social Studies
5/18 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Review vocabulary, names, events for test
Homework: Review notes for test on Tuesday.
5/19 Social Studies Review Test #1
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 47.
5/20 Aim: To introduce agriculture
Lesson: Examine a flow chart for apples from seed to store pp. 272-5
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 48.
5/21 No class due to Ascension Thursday Mass 9:00 - 10:00
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 49.
5/22 Aim: To introduce manufacturing
Lesson: Examine imports, exports, publishing, free enterprise pp. 276-9
Religion
5/18 Computer
5/19 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Review vocabulary and give notes to study.
Homework: Review vocabulary and notes for test Wed.
5/20 Religion Review Test #1
5/21 Aim: To introduce technological virtues
Lesson: Identify examples of faith, hope, and love pp. 296-7
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 61.
5/22 No class due to 12:00 dismissal .
5/18 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Review vocabulary, names, events for test
Homework: Review notes for test on Tuesday.
5/19 Social Studies Review Test #1
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 47.
5/20 Aim: To introduce agriculture
Lesson: Examine a flow chart for apples from seed to store pp. 272-5
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 48.
5/21 No class due to Ascension Thursday Mass 9:00 - 10:00
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 49.
5/22 Aim: To introduce manufacturing
Lesson: Examine imports, exports, publishing, free enterprise pp. 276-9
Religion
5/18 Computer
5/19 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Review vocabulary and give notes to study.
Homework: Review vocabulary and notes for test Wed.
5/20 Religion Review Test #1
5/21 Aim: To introduce technological virtues
Lesson: Identify examples of faith, hope, and love pp. 296-7
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 61.
5/22 No class due to 12:00 dismissal .
Third Grade 5/18 - 5/22
Social Studies
5/18 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Review all vocabulary and information for DBQ and map skills.
Homework: Study vocabulary and notes for test.
5/19 Social Studies Review Test #1
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 51.
5/20 Aim: To explain interdependence of people and products
Lesson: Identify employer, consumer, economy pp. 274-9
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 52.
5/21 Aim: To describe ways to make a living
Lesson: Explain work of editor, designer, producer pp. 280-7
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 53.
5/22 Aim: To identify cause and effect
Lesson: Explain how to apply skill pp. 288-291
Religion
5/18 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Review vocabulary and give notes.
Homework: Review definitions and notes for test on Tues.
5/19 Religion Review Test #1
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 60.
5/20 Aim: To review saints
Lesson: Describe communion of saints pp. 284-5
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 58.
5/21 Aim: To introduce Mary as saint
Lesson: Identify Immaculate Conception and Assumption p. 286-7
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 59.
5/22 No class due 12:00 dismissal.
5/18 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Review all vocabulary and information for DBQ and map skills.
Homework: Study vocabulary and notes for test.
5/19 Social Studies Review Test #1
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 51.
5/20 Aim: To explain interdependence of people and products
Lesson: Identify employer, consumer, economy pp. 274-9
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 52.
5/21 Aim: To describe ways to make a living
Lesson: Explain work of editor, designer, producer pp. 280-7
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 53.
5/22 Aim: To identify cause and effect
Lesson: Explain how to apply skill pp. 288-291
Religion
5/18 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Review vocabulary and give notes.
Homework: Review definitions and notes for test on Tues.
5/19 Religion Review Test #1
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 60.
5/20 Aim: To review saints
Lesson: Describe communion of saints pp. 284-5
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 58.
5/21 Aim: To introduce Mary as saint
Lesson: Identify Immaculate Conception and Assumption p. 286-7
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 59.
5/22 No class due 12:00 dismissal.
Second Grade 5/18 - 5/22
Social Studies
5/18 Social Studies Review Test #1
H0mework: Review continent and ocean names, locations, and directions for test.
5/19 Gym
5/20 Aim: To intro DBQ on Lincoln
Lesson: Students examine and answer questions on document.
Homework: *Uniform Company will be in on Thursday at 12:30.Study vocabulary and notes
for test Friday.
5/21 Aim: To outline info for essay
Lesson: Students write essay based on outline.
Homework: *Dismissal is 12:00 on Friday. Study vocabulary and notes for test. Review map.
5/22 Social Studies Review Test #2
Religion
5/18 Aim: To examine ways Church honors saints
Lesson: Identify saints and show examples pp. 284-5
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 58.
5/19 Aim: To examine ways Church honors Mary
Lesson: Describe Annunciation and Visitation pp. 286-9
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 59.
5/20 Aim: To introduce Mary's feast days
Lesson: Identify procession and different feast days of Mary pp. 290-1
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 60.
5/21 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Answer questions on pp. 292-3. Give notes.
Homework: Study notes for test next week.
5/22 No class due to 12:00 dismissal
5/18 Social Studies Review Test #1
H0mework: Review continent and ocean names, locations, and directions for test.
5/19 Gym
5/20 Aim: To intro DBQ on Lincoln
Lesson: Students examine and answer questions on document.
Homework: *Uniform Company will be in on Thursday at 12:30.Study vocabulary and notes
for test Friday.
5/21 Aim: To outline info for essay
Lesson: Students write essay based on outline.
Homework: *Dismissal is 12:00 on Friday. Study vocabulary and notes for test. Review map.
5/22 Social Studies Review Test #2
Religion
5/18 Aim: To examine ways Church honors saints
Lesson: Identify saints and show examples pp. 284-5
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 58.
5/19 Aim: To examine ways Church honors Mary
Lesson: Describe Annunciation and Visitation pp. 286-9
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 59.
5/20 Aim: To introduce Mary's feast days
Lesson: Identify procession and different feast days of Mary pp. 290-1
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 60.
5/21 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Answer questions on pp. 292-3. Give notes.
Homework: Study notes for test next week.
5/22 No class due to 12:00 dismissal
Sunday, May 10, 2009
Fourth Grade 5/11 - 5/15
Social Studies
5/11 Aim: To explain how to use a map scale
Lesson: Examine how to use the scale. pp. 258-259
Homework: Answer one discussion question in 6 to 8 sentences on loooseleaf. Start with heading.
5/12 Aim: To explain interviewing
Lesson: Student uses discusson question to practice interviewing procedure.
Homework: Do additional research on your subject. Write 6 to 8 sentences under the title
Research . Be sure to find information not included on card.
5/13 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Answer questions on facts and map scales on p. 263 in notebook.
Hmework: Make up three discussion questions of your own. List these on 3x5 index card.
Prepare to use these in your oral presentation.
5/14 Aim: To work on project
Lesson: Students give their oral presentations using questions listed on their cards.
Homework: Map of the Month is due Friday! Study for test on Chapter 10 on pp. 262-263
and notes on Chapter 10.
5/15 Social Studies Test (Chapter 10). Students continue work on project.
Religion
5/11 Computer
Homework: Study Apostles' Creed.
5/12 Aim: To review for exam
Lesson: Give notes to prepare for answering essay questions. Religion Quiz (Apostles' Creed)
Homework: Study notes for test.
5/13 Aim: To review for exam
Leson: Oral review of God's Commandments, Jesus Commandments, Beatitudes, Corporal
and Spiritual Works of Mercy.
Homework: Review vocabulary in notebook and notes for test Thursday.
5/14 Religion Test 1 (Review Test)
Homework: Review mysteries of the rosary for quiz on Friday.
5/15 Aim: To review the rosary
Lesson: Review how to pray on the beads. Quiz on Mysteries of the Rosary.
5/11 Aim: To explain how to use a map scale
Lesson: Examine how to use the scale. pp. 258-259
Homework: Answer one discussion question in 6 to 8 sentences on loooseleaf. Start with heading.
5/12 Aim: To explain interviewing
Lesson: Student uses discusson question to practice interviewing procedure.
Homework: Do additional research on your subject. Write 6 to 8 sentences under the title
Research . Be sure to find information not included on card.
5/13 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Answer questions on facts and map scales on p. 263 in notebook.
Hmework: Make up three discussion questions of your own. List these on 3x5 index card.
Prepare to use these in your oral presentation.
5/14 Aim: To work on project
Lesson: Students give their oral presentations using questions listed on their cards.
Homework: Map of the Month is due Friday! Study for test on Chapter 10 on pp. 262-263
and notes on Chapter 10.
5/15 Social Studies Test (Chapter 10). Students continue work on project.
Religion
5/11 Computer
Homework: Study Apostles' Creed.
5/12 Aim: To review for exam
Lesson: Give notes to prepare for answering essay questions. Religion Quiz (Apostles' Creed)
Homework: Study notes for test.
5/13 Aim: To review for exam
Leson: Oral review of God's Commandments, Jesus Commandments, Beatitudes, Corporal
and Spiritual Works of Mercy.
Homework: Review vocabulary in notebook and notes for test Thursday.
5/14 Religion Test 1 (Review Test)
Homework: Review mysteries of the rosary for quiz on Friday.
5/15 Aim: To review the rosary
Lesson: Review how to pray on the beads. Quiz on Mysteries of the Rosary.
Third Grade 5/11 - 5/15
Social Studies
5/11 Aim: To analyze changes in transportation
Lession: Explain national road, railroads, autos and airplanes pp. 242-247
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Vocabulary on pp. 138 and 266.
5/12 Aim: To explain how to use a transportation map
Lesson: Answer questions on pp. 248-249. Quiz on vocabulary words assigned.
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Vocabulary on pp. 62 and 202.
Be sure to write the correct answer next to each one you mark false.
5/13 Aim: To analyze changes in communication
Lesson: Explore pony express, telegraph, telephone, radio, television, satelites. pp. 250-255
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Vocabulary on p. 326.
5/14 Aim: To explore the English Channel Tunnel
Lesson: Explain its construction, use, and effect. pp. 256-261
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Vocabulary p. 264. Review pp R10-11
for map test Friday. Know names and location of all continents and oceans.
5/15 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Answer questions on pp. 264-265: facts and skills. Map Test (Continents, Oceans)
Religion
5/11 Aim: To introduce vocabulary and prayer
Lesson: Students copy notes on additional vocabulary and have oral review of Apostles' Creed.
Homework: Study vocabulary and prayer in notebook for test Tuesday.
5/12 Aim: To review for exam
Lesson: Oral review of definitions. Religion Quiz (Vocabulary and Prayer)
Homework: Study notes to prepare for essay questions.
5/13 Religion Test 1 (Review Work)
Homework: Study definitions of vocabuary in notebook.
5/14 Aim: To review for exam
Lesson: Oral review of definitions. Give notes on preparing for essay questions.
5/15 Aim: To review the rosary
Lesson: Explain how to use the beads and review the mysteries.
5/11 Aim: To analyze changes in transportation
Lession: Explain national road, railroads, autos and airplanes pp. 242-247
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Vocabulary on pp. 138 and 266.
5/12 Aim: To explain how to use a transportation map
Lesson: Answer questions on pp. 248-249. Quiz on vocabulary words assigned.
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Vocabulary on pp. 62 and 202.
Be sure to write the correct answer next to each one you mark false.
5/13 Aim: To analyze changes in communication
Lesson: Explore pony express, telegraph, telephone, radio, television, satelites. pp. 250-255
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Vocabulary on p. 326.
5/14 Aim: To explore the English Channel Tunnel
Lesson: Explain its construction, use, and effect. pp. 256-261
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Vocabulary p. 264. Review pp R10-11
for map test Friday. Know names and location of all continents and oceans.
5/15 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Answer questions on pp. 264-265: facts and skills. Map Test (Continents, Oceans)
Religion
5/11 Aim: To introduce vocabulary and prayer
Lesson: Students copy notes on additional vocabulary and have oral review of Apostles' Creed.
Homework: Study vocabulary and prayer in notebook for test Tuesday.
5/12 Aim: To review for exam
Lesson: Oral review of definitions. Religion Quiz (Vocabulary and Prayer)
Homework: Study notes to prepare for essay questions.
5/13 Religion Test 1 (Review Work)
Homework: Study definitions of vocabuary in notebook.
5/14 Aim: To review for exam
Lesson: Oral review of definitions. Give notes on preparing for essay questions.
5/15 Aim: To review the rosary
Lesson: Explain how to use the beads and review the mysteries.
Second Test 5/11 - 5/15
Social Studies
5/11 Aim: To review vocabulary
Lesson: Students copy words from Units 5 & 6. Oral practice in SS bee.
Homework: Look up and write definitions for all words on pp. 118 and 142. Study.
5/12 GYM
5/13 Aim: To review vocabulary
Lesson: Students copy words from Units 7 & 8. Oral practice in SS bee.
Homework: Look up and write definitions for all words on pp. 168 and 190. Study.
5/14 Aim: To review for tests
Lesson: Review map skills: locating and naming continents and oceans and using directions.
Homework: Study map sheet in folder and notes on ways of honoring a country.
Dismissal is at 2:30 Friday.
5/15 Social Studies Test (Review Work) Map Test (Continents and Oceans)
Religion
5/11 Aim: To review for exam
Lesson: Review vocabulary for Guidelines pp. 16-19.
Homework: Study words listed in notebook for test.
5/12 Aim: To review for exam
Lesson: Give notes on answering essay questions.
Homework: Study notes for test.
5/13 Religion Test 2 (Review Work)
Homework: Study Mysteries of the Rosary in notebook. Study rosary sheet on ow to pray.
5/14 Aim: To review the mysteries of the rosary
Lesson: Students choose their favorite mystery. They draw and color a picture of it and write
a caption.
Homework: Study the Apostles' Creed in back of text book.
5/15 No class due to 2:30 dismissal
5/11 Aim: To review vocabulary
Lesson: Students copy words from Units 5 & 6. Oral practice in SS bee.
Homework: Look up and write definitions for all words on pp. 118 and 142. Study.
5/12 GYM
5/13 Aim: To review vocabulary
Lesson: Students copy words from Units 7 & 8. Oral practice in SS bee.
Homework: Look up and write definitions for all words on pp. 168 and 190. Study.
5/14 Aim: To review for tests
Lesson: Review map skills: locating and naming continents and oceans and using directions.
Homework: Study map sheet in folder and notes on ways of honoring a country.
Dismissal is at 2:30 Friday.
5/15 Social Studies Test (Review Work) Map Test (Continents and Oceans)
Religion
5/11 Aim: To review for exam
Lesson: Review vocabulary for Guidelines pp. 16-19.
Homework: Study words listed in notebook for test.
5/12 Aim: To review for exam
Lesson: Give notes on answering essay questions.
Homework: Study notes for test.
5/13 Religion Test 2 (Review Work)
Homework: Study Mysteries of the Rosary in notebook. Study rosary sheet on ow to pray.
5/14 Aim: To review the mysteries of the rosary
Lesson: Students choose their favorite mystery. They draw and color a picture of it and write
a caption.
Homework: Study the Apostles' Creed in back of text book.
5/15 No class due to 2:30 dismissal
Letter to Parents 5/11 - 5/15
Dear Parent,
For all three grades, Social Social review work Tests listed for last week need to be rescheduled since I have not been able to run off copies. The copy machine has not been
working all week. Please have your child continue to review for these tests which will be given
as soon as possible. For the present I have been and will continue to give quizzes.
Fourth graders are working on a five step project this week. These steps are listed in their notebooks. A grade will be given for each step and then averaged together. Also, please be aware that Map of the Month is due this Friday, May 15th. All three maps at the bottom must
be entered in the top. The project assigned is also serving as a review of the year's work and should done with care. Dismissal is at 2:30 this Friday. Thank you. Ms. Saville
For all three grades, Social Social review work Tests listed for last week need to be rescheduled since I have not been able to run off copies. The copy machine has not been
working all week. Please have your child continue to review for these tests which will be given
as soon as possible. For the present I have been and will continue to give quizzes.
Fourth graders are working on a five step project this week. These steps are listed in their notebooks. A grade will be given for each step and then averaged together. Also, please be aware that Map of the Month is due this Friday, May 15th. All three maps at the bottom must
be entered in the top. The project assigned is also serving as a review of the year's work and should done with care. Dismissal is at 2:30 this Friday. Thank you. Ms. Saville
Sunday, May 3, 2009
Fourth Grade 5/4 - 5/8
Social Studies
5/4 Aim: To introduce New York in the early 1900's
Lesson: Describe the effects of World War I (pp. 240-245)
Homework: In notebook answer the vocabulary on pp. 52, 134, and 206 in text.
5/5 Aim: To introduce the Great Depression
Lesson: Describe the effects (pp. 248-253)
Homework: In notebook answer the vocabulary on pp. 264 and 334 in text.
5/6 Aim: To introduce World War II
Lesson: Describe the effects (pp. 254- 257)
Homework: In notebook write date and pages. Answer Thinking About Vocabulary and
Thinking About Facts on pp. 262-263.
5/7 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Students copy notes to review Chapter 10.
Homework: Study all vocabulary in notebook for test on Friday.
5/8 Social Studies Test (Review work)
Religion
5/4 Computer
Homework: Review all definitions in notebook for test this week.
5/5 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Provide oral review of definitions in Guidelines.
Homework: Study all listed under the Memorize list in notebook.
5/6 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Practice samples of essay questions to answer
Homework: Study notes for test tomorrow.
5/7 Religion Test (Review work)
Homework: Review the Apostles' Creed and the Glory to the Father for oral quiz tomorrow.
5/8 Aim: To introduce the rosary
Lesson: Explain how to use the beads to pray. Listen to students recite the Apostles' Creed
and the Glory to the Father.
5/4 Aim: To introduce New York in the early 1900's
Lesson: Describe the effects of World War I (pp. 240-245)
Homework: In notebook answer the vocabulary on pp. 52, 134, and 206 in text.
5/5 Aim: To introduce the Great Depression
Lesson: Describe the effects (pp. 248-253)
Homework: In notebook answer the vocabulary on pp. 264 and 334 in text.
5/6 Aim: To introduce World War II
Lesson: Describe the effects (pp. 254- 257)
Homework: In notebook write date and pages. Answer Thinking About Vocabulary and
Thinking About Facts on pp. 262-263.
5/7 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Students copy notes to review Chapter 10.
Homework: Study all vocabulary in notebook for test on Friday.
5/8 Social Studies Test (Review work)
Religion
5/4 Computer
Homework: Review all definitions in notebook for test this week.
5/5 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Provide oral review of definitions in Guidelines.
Homework: Study all listed under the Memorize list in notebook.
5/6 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Practice samples of essay questions to answer
Homework: Study notes for test tomorrow.
5/7 Religion Test (Review work)
Homework: Review the Apostles' Creed and the Glory to the Father for oral quiz tomorrow.
5/8 Aim: To introduce the rosary
Lesson: Explain how to use the beads to pray. Listen to students recite the Apostles' Creed
and the Glory to the Father.
Third Grade 5/4 - 5/8
Social Studies
5/4 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Review vocabulary, classifying skills, and graphs for test on Chapter 9.
Homework: Review pp. 238-239 and notes on Chapter 9 for test tomorrow.
5/5 Social Studies Test (Chapter 9)
Homework: Study names and locations of the continents and oceans and their directions on
pp. R10-R11 in back of text.
5/6 Aim: To introduce DBQ on Mount Rushmore
Lesson: Use document to answer questions.
Homework: Look up definitions in text of words in notebook. Write these in the notebook. Study.
5/7 Aim: To write essay for DBQ
Lesson: Review with students how to outline and organize information. Students write essay.
Homework: Review definitions for test tomorrow.
5/8 Social Studies Test (Review work)
Religion
5/4 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Provide oral review of definitions from Guidelines
Homework: Study notes for test.
5/5 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Practice samples of essay questions to answer.
Homework: Study notes for test.
5/6 Religion Test (Review work)
Homework: Memorize prayer Glory to the Father in back of Religion text.
5/7 Aim: To introduce the rosary
Lesson: Explain how to pray the rosary: what prayer to say on each bead. Familiarize students
with the Apostles" Creed. Listen to students recite the Glory Be to the Father.
Homework: Memorize the Apostles ' Creed in back of Religion text.
5/8 Aim: To introduce the mysteries of the rosary
Lesson: Use pictures to display the joyful, sorrowful, and glorious mysteries of the rosary.
5/4 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Review vocabulary, classifying skills, and graphs for test on Chapter 9.
Homework: Review pp. 238-239 and notes on Chapter 9 for test tomorrow.
5/5 Social Studies Test (Chapter 9)
Homework: Study names and locations of the continents and oceans and their directions on
pp. R10-R11 in back of text.
5/6 Aim: To introduce DBQ on Mount Rushmore
Lesson: Use document to answer questions.
Homework: Look up definitions in text of words in notebook. Write these in the notebook. Study.
5/7 Aim: To write essay for DBQ
Lesson: Review with students how to outline and organize information. Students write essay.
Homework: Review definitions for test tomorrow.
5/8 Social Studies Test (Review work)
Religion
5/4 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Provide oral review of definitions from Guidelines
Homework: Study notes for test.
5/5 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Practice samples of essay questions to answer.
Homework: Study notes for test.
5/6 Religion Test (Review work)
Homework: Memorize prayer Glory to the Father in back of Religion text.
5/7 Aim: To introduce the rosary
Lesson: Explain how to pray the rosary: what prayer to say on each bead. Familiarize students
with the Apostles" Creed. Listen to students recite the Glory Be to the Father.
Homework: Memorize the Apostles ' Creed in back of Religion text.
5/8 Aim: To introduce the mysteries of the rosary
Lesson: Use pictures to display the joyful, sorrowful, and glorious mysteries of the rosary.
Second Grade 5/4 - 5/8
Social Studies
5/4 Aim: To review Social Studies definition
Lesson: Provide practice using a Social Studies bee
Homework: Study definitions in notebook.
5/5 GYM
Homework: Study names and locations of continents and oceans on map. Recognize directions.
5/6 Aim: To review ways we honor our country's history
Lesson: Give notes identifying holidays, landmarks, and customs.
Homework: Study notes given on the above.
5/7 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Provide oral review and practice a sample essay.
Homework: Study notes for test.
5/8 Social Studies Test (Review Work)
Religion
5/4 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Provide oral review and practice sample of essay questions to answer.
Homework: Study notes for test on Tuesday.
5/5 Religion Test (Review Work)
Homework: Memorize Glory to the Father (p. 3 in back of text). Review Our Father & Hail Mary
5/6 Aim: To introduce the rosary
Lesson: Explain how to pray using the beads. Familiarize students with the Apostles' Creed.
Listen to students recite Glory to the Father.
Homework: Color sheet to show how to pray the rosary. Follow directions. Study Apostles' Creed
5/7 Aim: To introduce the mysteries of the rosary
Lesson: Use pictures to display the joyful, sorrowful, glorious mysteries of the rosary. Students
copy notes on each of the mysteries.
Homework: Study notes on the mysteries.
5/8 No class due to 2:30 dismissal
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Fourth Grade 4/27 - 5/1
Social Studies
4/27 Aim: Review Chapter 9 for test. Begin work on DBQ: New York in the 1800's
Lesson: Do oral review. Students read and answer questions on the documents.
Homework: Study Chapter 9 and all notes for test Thursday.
4/28 No class due to NYS Science Test
4/29 No class due toNYS Science Test
4/30 Social Studies Test (Chapter 9)
Lesson: Continue work on DBQ. Show how to outline essay.
Homework: On looseleaf write rough draft for essay.
Religion
4/27 Computer
4/28 Aim: To review for state exams
Lesson: Use oral drill to reiew vocabulary and basic teachings.
Homework: Study all definitions in Religion notebook.
4/29 Aim: To review for state exam
Lesson: Give samples of essay questions and explain how to answer.
Homework: Study the "Memorize" area of the notes.
4/30 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Give notes to study.
Homework: Study pp. 298 - 301. Answer p. 301.
4/27 Aim: Review Chapter 9 for test. Begin work on DBQ: New York in the 1800's
Lesson: Do oral review. Students read and answer questions on the documents.
Homework: Study Chapter 9 and all notes for test Thursday.
4/28 No class due to NYS Science Test
4/29 No class due toNYS Science Test
4/30 Social Studies Test (Chapter 9)
Lesson: Continue work on DBQ. Show how to outline essay.
Homework: On looseleaf write rough draft for essay.
Religion
4/27 Computer
4/28 Aim: To review for state exams
Lesson: Use oral drill to reiew vocabulary and basic teachings.
Homework: Study all definitions in Religion notebook.
4/29 Aim: To review for state exam
Lesson: Give samples of essay questions and explain how to answer.
Homework: Study the "Memorize" area of the notes.
4/30 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Give notes to study.
Homework: Study pp. 298 - 301. Answer p. 301.
Third Grade 4/27 - 5/1
Social Studies
4/27 Aim: To introduce African-American migration
Lesson: Describe their life in America . pp. 224- 229
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p.48.
4/28 Aim: To introduce immigration today
Lesson: Explain process of becoming a US citizen. pp. 232-237. Give notes on Summing Up.
Homework: In notebook answer Vocabulary and Facts questions on p. 238.
4/29 Aim: To introduce DBQ: Advances in Communication
Lesson: Student read and answer questions on documents.
Homework: Study Chapter 9 and notes for test Monday.
4/30 Aim: To write essay for DBQ
Lesson: Show students how to outline and write essay.
Homework: Rewrite essay.
Religion
4/27 Aim: To review for state exam
Lesson: Use oral drill to review vocabulary and basic teachings in Guidelines.
Homework: Study all Religion definitions in notebook.
4/28 Aim: To review for state exam
Lesson: Give samples of essay questions and explain how to answer.
Homework: Study the "Memorize" section of the notes.
4/29 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Give notes to study. Review.
4/30 Religion Test (Review Work)
4/27 Aim: To introduce African-American migration
Lesson: Describe their life in America . pp. 224- 229
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p.48.
4/28 Aim: To introduce immigration today
Lesson: Explain process of becoming a US citizen. pp. 232-237. Give notes on Summing Up.
Homework: In notebook answer Vocabulary and Facts questions on p. 238.
4/29 Aim: To introduce DBQ: Advances in Communication
Lesson: Student read and answer questions on documents.
Homework: Study Chapter 9 and notes for test Monday.
4/30 Aim: To write essay for DBQ
Lesson: Show students how to outline and write essay.
Homework: Rewrite essay.
Religion
4/27 Aim: To review for state exam
Lesson: Use oral drill to review vocabulary and basic teachings in Guidelines.
Homework: Study all Religion definitions in notebook.
4/28 Aim: To review for state exam
Lesson: Give samples of essay questions and explain how to answer.
Homework: Study the "Memorize" section of the notes.
4/29 Aim: To review for test
Lesson: Give notes to study. Review.
4/30 Religion Test (Review Work)
Second Grade 4/27 - 5/1
Social Studies
4/27 Aim: To introduce DBQ: Women's Right to Vote
Lesson: Students read and answer questions for the documents.
Homework: Study Social Studies definitions in notebook.
4/28 GYM
4/29 NYSELAT Speaking Test
4/30 Aim: To write essay for the DBQ
Lesson: Show students how to ouline and have students write essay.
Homework: Practice rewritng essay on looseleaf.
Religion
4/27 Aim: To examine ways Church honors saints
Lesson: Explain who saints are and how we follow their example.
Homework: Answer pp. 284-285.
4/28 Aim: To explore ways Church honors Mary
Lesson: Identify ways we recognize Mary. Explain the Annunciation.
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 58.
4/29 Aim: To explain significance of the rosary
Lesson: Explain the Visitation and how to pray the rosary.
HomeworK Answer pp. 292-293.
4/30 Aim: To identify feast days on which we honor Mary
Lesson: Describe "procession" and name the feast days.
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 60.
4/27 Aim: To introduce DBQ: Women's Right to Vote
Lesson: Students read and answer questions for the documents.
Homework: Study Social Studies definitions in notebook.
4/28 GYM
4/29 NYSELAT Speaking Test
4/30 Aim: To write essay for the DBQ
Lesson: Show students how to ouline and have students write essay.
Homework: Practice rewritng essay on looseleaf.
Religion
4/27 Aim: To examine ways Church honors saints
Lesson: Explain who saints are and how we follow their example.
Homework: Answer pp. 284-285.
4/28 Aim: To explore ways Church honors Mary
Lesson: Identify ways we recognize Mary. Explain the Annunciation.
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 58.
4/29 Aim: To explain significance of the rosary
Lesson: Explain the Visitation and how to pray the rosary.
HomeworK Answer pp. 292-293.
4/30 Aim: To identify feast days on which we honor Mary
Lesson: Describe "procession" and name the feast days.
Homework: Answer Workbook p. 60.
Letter to Parents of 2nd, 3rd, and 4th 4/27 - 5/1
Dear Parents,
This Friday, May 1st , there will be no school. State tests will be given this week to certain students whose main language at home is not English. Last week due to preparation for the sacraments for both 2nd and 3rd graders, work had to be rescheduled. Both classes were called out repeatedly throughout the week as was necessay for singing practice and rehearsal with
Mr. Woods. Therfore some of last week's work is reassigned for this week. Note adjustments
need to made this week as well due to state testing in all grades.
I am beginning review work this week whenever possible. Please make sure your children
are reviewing their notes especially in Religion since both 3rd and 4th graders will be taking their state test in Religion this June! Thank you. Ms. Saville
This Friday, May 1st , there will be no school. State tests will be given this week to certain students whose main language at home is not English. Last week due to preparation for the sacraments for both 2nd and 3rd graders, work had to be rescheduled. Both classes were called out repeatedly throughout the week as was necessay for singing practice and rehearsal with
Mr. Woods. Therfore some of last week's work is reassigned for this week. Note adjustments
need to made this week as well due to state testing in all grades.
I am beginning review work this week whenever possible. Please make sure your children
are reviewing their notes especially in Religion since both 3rd and 4th graders will be taking their state test in Religion this June! Thank you. Ms. Saville
Saturday, April 18, 2009
Fourth Grade 4/20 - 4/24
Social Studies
4/20 Aim: To introduce NY as a business center
Lesson: Discuss the industries and inventions responsible (pp. 214-215).
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 42.
4/21 Aim: To introduce immigration
Lesson: Discuss what life was like for immigrants in NY (pp. 222-225).
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 43.
4/22 Aim: To present NY before 1900
Lesson: Explain changes in the state capitol, Niagarta Falls... (pp. 226-231)
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 44.
4/23 Aim: To review reference sources
Lesson: Explain how to use dictionaries, encyclopedias, guide words (pp. 220-221)
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p.45.
4/24 Aim: To present different viewpoints
Lesson: Students practice taking sides and defending their position (pp. 232-235)
Religion
4/20 Computer
Homework: Study pp. 144-147. Answer p. 144.
4/21 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
Homework: Study pp. 148-149. Answer p. 148. Answer Workbook p. 31.
4/22 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
Homework: Study pp. 150-151. Answer both pages.
4/23 Aim: To review the Eucharist
Lesson: Explain the significance of Passover Meal and its relation to Mass (Supplemental
book pp. 46-49)
Homework: Answer Workbook pp. 32-33.
4/24 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Answer summary questions (pp. 152-153).
Homework: Review Chapter 12 and notes for test.
4/20 Aim: To introduce NY as a business center
Lesson: Discuss the industries and inventions responsible (pp. 214-215).
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 42.
4/21 Aim: To introduce immigration
Lesson: Discuss what life was like for immigrants in NY (pp. 222-225).
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 43.
4/22 Aim: To present NY before 1900
Lesson: Explain changes in the state capitol, Niagarta Falls... (pp. 226-231)
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 44.
4/23 Aim: To review reference sources
Lesson: Explain how to use dictionaries, encyclopedias, guide words (pp. 220-221)
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p.45.
4/24 Aim: To present different viewpoints
Lesson: Students practice taking sides and defending their position (pp. 232-235)
Religion
4/20 Computer
Homework: Study pp. 144-147. Answer p. 144.
4/21 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
Homework: Study pp. 148-149. Answer p. 148. Answer Workbook p. 31.
4/22 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
Homework: Study pp. 150-151. Answer both pages.
4/23 Aim: To review the Eucharist
Lesson: Explain the significance of Passover Meal and its relation to Mass (Supplemental
book pp. 46-49)
Homework: Answer Workbook pp. 32-33.
4/24 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Answer summary questions (pp. 152-153).
Homework: Review Chapter 12 and notes for test.
Third Grade 4/20 - 4/24
Social Studies
4/20 Aim: To introduce Oregon Trail
Lesson: Explore pioneer life (pp. 210-215) and review classifying skill (pp. 216-217).
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 45.
4/21 No class due to Report Card assembly
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 46.
4/22 Aim: To introduce immigrants
Lesson: Describe their life in America (pp. 218-223).
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 47.
4/23 The conclusion of the Reconciliation Ceremony scheduled at 10:00 may cause rescheduling
Below is a tentative lesson plan for the rest of the week.
4/23 Aim: To introduce African -American migration
Lesson: Describe their life in America (pp. 224-229).
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 48.
4/24 Aim: To introduce immigration today
Lesson: Explain the process of becoming a US citizen (pp. 232-237).
Religion
4/20 Aim: To review the Eucharist
Lesson: Explain the significance of the Passover Meal and its relation to Mass.
(Supplemental book pp. 46-49)
Homework: Study pp. 184-185. Answer p. 185.
4/21 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
Homework: Study pp. 186-187. Answer p. 187. Answer Workbook p. 37.
4/22 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
Homework: Study pp. 188-189. Answer p. 189. Answer Workbook p. 38.
4/23 Aim: To review Eucharistic prayer
Lesson: Explain the consecration (pp. 50-51; 60-63)
Homework: Study pp. 190-191. Answer p. 191. Answer Workbook p. 39.
4/24 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Answer summary questions (pp. 192-93).
Homework: Review Chapter 16 and notes for test.
4/20 Aim: To introduce Oregon Trail
Lesson: Explore pioneer life (pp. 210-215) and review classifying skill (pp. 216-217).
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 45.
4/21 No class due to Report Card assembly
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 46.
4/22 Aim: To introduce immigrants
Lesson: Describe their life in America (pp. 218-223).
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 47.
4/23 The conclusion of the Reconciliation Ceremony scheduled at 10:00 may cause rescheduling
Below is a tentative lesson plan for the rest of the week.
4/23 Aim: To introduce African -American migration
Lesson: Describe their life in America (pp. 224-229).
Homework: In notebook write date and page. Answer Workbook p. 48.
4/24 Aim: To introduce immigration today
Lesson: Explain the process of becoming a US citizen (pp. 232-237).
Religion
4/20 Aim: To review the Eucharist
Lesson: Explain the significance of the Passover Meal and its relation to Mass.
(Supplemental book pp. 46-49)
Homework: Study pp. 184-185. Answer p. 185.
4/21 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
Homework: Study pp. 186-187. Answer p. 187. Answer Workbook p. 37.
4/22 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
Homework: Study pp. 188-189. Answer p. 189. Answer Workbook p. 38.
4/23 Aim: To review Eucharistic prayer
Lesson: Explain the consecration (pp. 50-51; 60-63)
Homework: Study pp. 190-191. Answer p. 191. Answer Workbook p. 39.
4/24 Aim: To review chapter
Lesson: Answer summary questions (pp. 192-93).
Homework: Review Chapter 16 and notes for test.
Second Grade 4/20 - 4/24
Social Studies
4/20 Aim: To review Social Studies terms
Lesson: Students copy vocabulary words to study in notebook.
Homework: Look up and write definition for each word in notebook. Dismissal is at 12:00 Tues.
4/21 Gym will be cancelled. Assembly in auditorium will be at 9:00 for distribution of report cards. Parents are invited. Dismissal is at 12:00 on Wed.
4/22 Aim: To continue review of Social Studies terms
Lesson: Students copy vocabulary words to study in notebook.
Homework: Look up and write definition for each word in notebook.
4/23 Aim: To practice identifying Social Studies terms
Lesson: Use a "bee" format to review the vocabulary terms.
Homework: Study the definitions for a quiz Friday.
4/24 Social Studies Quiz
Religion
4/20 Aim: To review Religion terms
Lesson: Students continue to copy definitions of vocabulary listed in guidelines.
Homework: Review Chapter 11 and 12 on Reconciliation .
4/21 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
4/22 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
4/23 Aim: To continue to review terms
Lesson: Students continue to copy definitions of vocabulary listed in guidelines.
Homework: Study definitions.
4/24 No class due to 2:30 dismissal
4/20 Aim: To review Social Studies terms
Lesson: Students copy vocabulary words to study in notebook.
Homework: Look up and write definition for each word in notebook. Dismissal is at 12:00 Tues.
4/21 Gym will be cancelled. Assembly in auditorium will be at 9:00 for distribution of report cards. Parents are invited. Dismissal is at 12:00 on Wed.
4/22 Aim: To continue review of Social Studies terms
Lesson: Students copy vocabulary words to study in notebook.
Homework: Look up and write definition for each word in notebook.
4/23 Aim: To practice identifying Social Studies terms
Lesson: Use a "bee" format to review the vocabulary terms.
Homework: Study the definitions for a quiz Friday.
4/24 Social Studies Quiz
Religion
4/20 Aim: To review Religion terms
Lesson: Students continue to copy definitions of vocabulary listed in guidelines.
Homework: Review Chapter 11 and 12 on Reconciliation .
4/21 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
4/22 No class due to 11:30 dismissal
4/23 Aim: To continue to review terms
Lesson: Students continue to copy definitions of vocabulary listed in guidelines.
Homework: Study definitions.
4/24 No class due to 2:30 dismissal
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