Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!

Thank you so much for a great first week of school!  It was awesome getting to know everyone.  It has also been great to see you master the procedures of our classroom.  Most of the week was consumed with practicing procedures and developing rules.  However, we definitely got started with some important information in all subject areas.  In Reading, we focused on selecting "good fit" books and building stamina.  I am very impressed with this group of amazing readers.  During Writing Workshop, we spent time developing concept maps for our hopes and dreams.  We know that during workshop it is essential for us to read/write the entire time.  Next week, we will also begin discovering our individual preferences as readers.  Don't forget your collection of materials.  Also,  I'm excited to begin reading The Giver on Monday!

We spent some time talking about problem solving in math, and we started learning about the powers of ten.  Some students also learned the game of poison, as well as the mathematical trick to win every time.  In science, we discussed how the dichotomous key can be used to classify organisms.  Students were very inquisitive during these lessons.  In social studies, we began our discussion of rights and responsibilities.  Students learned that rights are not absolute.  In other words, I have the right to free speech, but that doesn't mean it is responsible to yell fire in a crowded theater.

Student representation of the IB learner profile trait reflective.  

Finally, we celebrated our IB kickoff on Friday morning.  Students had a great time dancing and learning about the IB attitudes.  We also spent some time creating posters of the IB learner profile.

Announcements: 
Mr. Brooks is asking all students to get a folder for music.  
The deadline for job applications has been extended to Monday, August 11.  
Remember to bring in your reader collection on Tuesday!  

Our Classroom Agreement:  We will be safe, participate, and try our best.  We will be responsible and think before we act.  We will strive to be open-minded and consider how our words and actions will impact others.  Most of all we will have fun in all that we do!

I can't wait to see what we can accomplish next week.  Rest and prepare for the next challenge!

See you soon,
Mrs. Prophet