Due Date: 10/22/2018
Subject: Sixth grade math
Reading:
Monday-Tuesday October 22-23,2018
Fresh Read/CCR Test
Open Ended Response Test
Begin “The Emperors Silent Army” on Wednesday, October 24.
Spelling, Grammar, and Vocab Test Tuesday,
Spelling Words
1. suspend 2. pendant 3. conductor 4. novel 5. productive 6. numeral 7. reserve 8. numerous 9. preserve 10. pending
11. pendulum 12. deduction 13. novelty 14. numerator 15. reservoir 16. conservatory 17. appendix 18. impending
19. induct 20. innovative
Math:
We are working on operations with decimals. We will continue to work with adding and subtracting and this week we will begin dividing decimals. Many students need to work on retests from the Statistics Unit. Talk to your student and discuss the standards they are working toward.
On Friday the students will take a formative assessment on multiplying and dividing decimals for feedback only. Next week we will finish dividing decimals and take the NS.5 Test.
Social Studies and Science:
Social Studies:
This week we will continue our first social studies unit: Immigration. We will discuss what life was like for the immigrants after they arrived in America. Students will be examining the immigrants living and working conditions. Students will be comparing and contrasting immigration from the early 1900s to immigration in 2018. We will also be analyzing entry points for immigrants: Ellis and Angel Islands. In addition, we are watching CNN-10 to help stay up-to-date on current events. This week students will be testing on all 50 states and capitals on Friday, October 26th. I am happy to furnish extra maps if needed and requested. I am including several websites that might be helpful to students:
https://online.seterra.com/en/vgp/3063
http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/web_games.htm
https://www.bls.gov/k12/content/games/geography-quiz/geography-quiz.htm
Science:
This week we will continue our first science unit: Sun-Earth-Moon. We will be applying what we know about the terms rotation and
revolution. This week's labs will focus on our initial understanding of the solar system. Students will be discussing the causes and effects of seasons, tides, and eclipses. We will also be starting a project to learn more about the phases of the moon. Please be watchful for information about the project. I always try to encourage students to share at home what we are learning in class.
Announcements:
Parents, if you are a member on Facebook please join Goshen6thGrade. Also join our Instagram at ges6thgrade.
You can always reach us on email as well!
delmore@pikecountyschools.com
jwalker@pikecountyschools.com
kmiller@pikecountyschools.com
To find the newsletter online, go to www.goshenelem.com and find Mrs. Walker in the faculty list. The newsletter will be posted on this page.
Bring in Veteran Pictures for our Annual Veteran’s Day
Dress up days for Drug Free and Bully Free activities.
Wednesday October 24th--Wear Orange - Bully Free Day (give out orange ribbons that are in your box)
Thursday October 25th--Be Strong, Be True, Be You! Dress wild and free spirit
Friday October 26th--Life is your journey, travel drug free! Dress like you are going on vacation!!
Due Date: 10/14/2018
Subject: Sixth grade math
Reading:
"Goodbye to the Moon"
Thursday, October 18, 2018
Spelling, Grammar, Vocabulary/Word Analysis Tests
Monday-Tuesday October 22-23,2018
Fresh Read/CCR Test
Spelling Words:
• different
• sentence
• American
• brilliant
• substitute
• opinion
• material
• complete
• jewelry
•dramatic
• instance
• communicate
• hesitate
• elementary
• vitamin
• ingredients
• invitation
• discipline
•lasagna
• desperate
• inhabitant
• ferocious
• orangutan
• sympathetic
• infinity
Math:
We are working on operations with decimals. We will continue to work with adding and subtracting and this week we will begin multiplying decimals. Many students need to work on retests from the Statistics Unit. Talk to your student and discuss the standards they are working toward.
On Friday the students will take a formative assessment on adding, subtracting, and multiplying decimals for feedback only. Next week we will divide decimals.
Happy Homecoming!! As we start Homecoming week, we would like to welcome Ms. Crenshaw, our intern, to 6th grade!!
Social Studies:
This week we will continue our first social studies unit: Immigration. We will discuss what life was like for the immigrants after they arrived in America. Students will be examining the immigrants living and working conditions. Students will be comparing and contrasting immigration from the early 1900s to immigration in 2018. In addition, we are watching CNN-10 to help stay up-to-date on current events. This week students will be taking their Western region states and capitals test on Friday, October 19th. I am happy to furnish extra maps if needed and requested. I am including several websites that might be helpful to students:
https://online.seterra.com/en/vgp/3063
http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/web_games.htm
https://www.bls.gov/k12/content/games/geography-quiz/geography-quiz.htm
Science:
This week we will continue our first science unit: Sun-Earth-Moon. We will be applying what we know about the terms rotation and revolution. This week's labs will focus on our initial understanding of the solar system. Students will be completing a WebQuest to analyze the motions and features of solar bodies. We will also be starting a project to learn more about the phases of the moon. Please be watchful for information about the project. I always try to encourage students to share at home what we are learning at school. This is a great way from them to practice and master their skills/standards. I am always available if you have any questions or concerns. I hope everyone has a great week!!
Parents, if you are a member on Facebook please join Goshen6thGrade. Also join our Instagram at ges6thgrade and Twitter.
You can always reach us on email as well!
delmore@pikecountyschools.com
jwalker@pikecountyschools.com
kmiller@pikecountyschools.com
To find the newsletter online, go to www.goshenelem.com and find Mrs. Walker in the faculty list. The newsletter will be posted on this page.
Dress up days:
Monday - Game of Life (Future Career)
Tuesday - Twister Tuesday (Tacky Wacky Day)
Wednesday - Connect Four (Dress as Quadruplets)
Thursday - Chess (Dress as Royalty)
Friday - Purple and Gold Day
Due Date: 9/29/2018
Subject: Sixth grade math
READING:
"The Universe"
October 5- Spelling Test, Grammar Test, Vocabulary/ Word Analysis Test
October 9- Fresh Read Test, CCR Test
Read AR every night!!
MATH:
This week we will show mastery of division on Monday, October 1. The rest of the week we will work on adding and subtracting decimals. The key is to remember to line up the decimals. Practice this at home!! The area most have difficulty with is subtracting with zeros. We will work on this at length. Also, students will practice skills on the daily review and Prodigy. I will pull small groups to work with students on retest material.
SOCIAL STUDIES:
Happy October!! This week we will continue our first social studies unit: Immigration. We will be discussing an immigrant's journey to America. We will reading and analyzing transcripts from some of the earliest immigrants processed at Ellis Island. Students will be sharing what they learn via videos, drawings, graphic organizers and musical interpretations. In addition, we are watching CNN-10 to help stay up-to-date on current events. This week students will be taking their Southern region states and capitals test on Friday, October 5th. I am happy to furnish extra maps if needed and requested. I am including several websites that might be helpful to students:
https://online.seterra.com/en/vgp/3063
http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/web_games.htm
https://www.bls.gov/k12/content/games/geography-quiz/geography-quiz.htm
SCIENCE:
This week we will begin our first science unit: Sun-Earth-Moon. We will be learning the terms rotation and revolution. This week's labs will focus on our initial understanding of the solar system. I always try to encourage students to share at home what we are learning at school. This is a great way from them to practice and master their skills/standards. I am always available if you have any questions or concerns. I hope everyone has a great week!!
Parents, if you are a member on Facebook please join Goshen6thGrade. Also join our Instagram and Twitter.
You can always reach us on email as well!
delmore@pikecountyschools.com
jwalker@pikecountyschools.com
kmiller@pikecountyschools.com
To find the newsletter online, go to www.goshenelem.com and find Mrs. Walker in the faculty list. The newsletter will be posted on this page.
Send in toiletry items this week for Hurricane victims.
Students can work on Prodigy at home. www.prodigygame.com/play
Due Date: 9/24/2018
Subject: Sixth grade math
Reading: Egypt-- Vocabulary, Spelling and Grammar Test Tuesday, September 25.
CCR/Fresh Read Test Thursday, September 27.
Read AR book every night!!
Math:
This week we are finishing up our Statistics Unit. We will test on SP.29 on Tuesday, September 25. We have been utilizing a “stations” method to work on our standards. The students rotate between my station, a review station where they work on standards that are not mastered for retest, and Prodigy, a website that allows students to practice skills. On Wednesday we will begin our next unit on Number Systems. Our first skill is long division. We will plan to test on NS.5 on Friday, Sept.28.
Social Studies:
Happy Fall!! This week we will continue our first social studies unit: Immigration. We will be discussing an immigrant's journey to America. We will be reading and analyzing transcripts from some of the earliest immigrants processed at Ellis Island. Students will experience a virtual tour of Ellis Island to simulate an immigrant’s arrival in America. In addition, we are watching CNN-10 to help stay up-to-date on current events. This week students will be taking their Northeast region state and capitals test on Friday, September 28th. I am happy to furnish extra maps if needed and requested. I am including several websites that might be helpful to students:
https://online.seterra.com/en/vgp/3003
http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/web_games.htm
https://www.bls.gov/k12/content/games/geography-quiz/geography-quiz.htm
Science:
This week we will begin our first science unit: Sun-Earth-Moon. We will be learning the terms rotation and revolution. This week’s lab will focus on our initial understanding of the solar system. I always try to encourage students to share at home what we are learning at school. This is a great way for them to practice and master their skills/standards. I am always available if you have any questions or concerns. I hope everyone has a great week!!
Parents, if you are a member on Facebook please join Goshen6thGrade. Also join our Instagram and Twitter.
You can always reach us on email as well!
delmore@pikecountyschools.com
jwalker@pikecountyschools.com
kmiller@pikecountyschools.com
To find the newsletter online, go to www.goshenelem.com and find Mrs. Walker in the faculty list. The newsletter will be posted on this page.
Fall Pictures are Tuesday, September 25. These will be the picture in the yearbook.
Send in toiletry items this week for Hurricane victims.
Students can work on Prodigy at home. www.prodigygame.com/play
Due Date: 9/16/2018
Subject: Sixth grade math
Math:
This week we are finishing up our Statistics Unit. We will test on SP.26, describing graphs, on Monday. Tuesday we begin the last standard, SP.29, summarizing data. We will test on SP.29 on Friday.
Social Studies:
Happy Constitution Day!! Today we will be attending a Constitution Day program and completing an online project to learn more about the Constitution's Preamble. As we continue our first social studies unit on Immigration, we will be discussing an immigrant's journey to America. We will reading and analyzing transcripts from some of the earliest immigrants processed at Ellis Island. Students will experience a virtual tour of Ellis Island to simulate an immigrant's arrival in America. We will NOT be taking a map test this week. This week is devoted to retesting and helping students to master this geography standard. Thanks for all your help!! I am very proud of their determination and grit as they worked to learn their states. We will begin learning our state capitals next week.
Science:
This week we will begin our first science unit: Sun-Earth-Moon. We will be learning the terms rotationand revolution. This week's labs will focus on our initial understanding of the solar system. I always try to encourage students to share at home what we are learning at school. This is a great way from them to practice and master their skills/standards. I am always available if you have any questions or concerns. I hope everyone has a great week!!
Due Date: 9/11/2018
Subject: Sixth grade math
Reading:
Saving the Rainforest
Math:
We are working on describing graphs.
The students will be looking at data and determine the center, the spread, and overall shape. Students are also working on review skills for retesting.
SP.26 Test will be on Friday
Retest will be on Thursday
Social Studies:
Happy Fall!! This week we will continue our first social studies unit: Immigration. We will be discussing an immigrant's journey to America. We will reading and analyzing transcripts from some of the earliest immigrants processed at Ellis Island. Students will experience a virtual tour of Ellis Island to simulate an immigrants arrival in America. This week students will be taking their final 50 states test on Friday, September 14th. I am proud of them for studying and working hard to master this geography standard. In addition, students will begin retesting on any regional map that they did not master. I am happy to furnish extra maps if needed and requested. I am including several websites that might be helpful to students:
https://online.seterra.com/en/vgp/3003
http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/web_games.htm
https://www.bls.gov/k12/content/games/geography-quiz/geography-quiz.htm
Science:
This week we will be doing several classroom labs to help us begin to practice using the scientific method. This week's lab will really focus on writing a good hypothesis. A hypothesis is an educated guess that is based on research, prior knowledge, etc. I always try to encourage students to share at home what we are learning at school. This is a great way from them to practice and master their skills/standards. I am always available if you have any questions or concerns. I hope everyone has a great week!!
Due Date: 8/20/2018
Subject: Sixth grade math
Reading:
Mother Fletchers Gift
Friday, August 24, 2018- Spelling, grammar, vocabulary and word analysis test!
Monday, August 27, 2018 - Story Review, Fresh Read Test, and Story Test
Tuesday, August 28, 2018- Open Ended Question
Unit 1- Week 2- Mother Fletcher’s Gift
Comprehension Skill Character Descriptions of characters, their words and actions, the way other people act toward them
Comprehension Strategy Summarize Stating the most important ideas about something
Vocabulary Words apparently subscribe tousled fixtures survive flimsy hassle incident patrolman
Spelling Words damage message property gentle modify cannon injury ruffle reconcile palace glimpse hippopotamus cottage strict lozenge honesty dungeon insulation mustard fender glamorous legend fantastic clumsy dignity
English Subjects and Predicates
Complete subject: the part of a sentence that tells whom or what the sentence is about
Complete predicate: the part of a sentence that tells what the subject is or does
Fragment: a group of words that lacks a subject or predicate Run-on: two or more complete sentences run together.
Math:
This week we will finish our lessons on measures of center and measures of variability. The test on this will be Tuesday. We will start graphs on Wednesday. We will learn about dot plots, histograms, and the 5 number summary used to make a box plot.
Social Studies:
This week we will continue our first social studies unit: Immigration. We will be discussing the factors that pushed or pulled immigrants to America. Students will be discussing "prized treasures" that they would like to bring to a new country. We will also continue learning our 50 states…this week it is the southern region. Students should be studying their maps each evening. I am happy to furnish extra maps if needed and requested. The northeastern map test will be Tuesday, August 21st. The southern region map will be Friday, August 24th. I am including several websites that might be helpful to students:
https://online.seterra.com/en/vgp/3003
http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/web_games.htm
https://www.bls.gov/k12/content/games/geography-quiz/geography-quiz.htm
Science:
This week we will be doing several classroom labs to help us begin to work as a team. Students will be learning the steps of the scientific method. Please encourage them to study the steps. I always try to encourage students to share at home what we are learning at school. This is a great way from them to practice and master their skills/standards. I am always available if you have any questions or concerns. I hope everyone has a great week!!
Due Date: 8/13/2018
Subject: Sixth grade math
Goshen 6th Grade
Week of: August 13-17
Reading: Spelling, Grammar and Vocab test Tuesday
Reading test Wednesday
Fresh Read Thursday
Open Response Friday
This week we will be learning all about statistical questions and measures of center and measures of variability. The measures of center are mean, median and mode, and the measure of variability is range. On Thursday we will be doing a fun activity using OREOS!! I need a total of 15 packages! Friday will be our first assessment.
This week we will begin our first social studies unit: Immigration. We will be discussing the factors that pushed or pulled immigrants to America. On Friday, we will be taking a virtual field trip to The Statue of Liberty. It is a national symbol that welcomed early immigrants to America. We will also begin learning our 50 states…starting with the northeastern region. Students should be studying their maps each evening. I am happy to furnish extra maps if needed and requested. The northeastern map test will be Tuesday, August 21st. I am including several websites that might be helpful to students:
https://online.seterra.com/en/vgp/3003
http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/web_games.htm
https://www.bls.gov/k12/content/games/geography-quiz/geography-quiz.htm
Science:
This week we will be doing several classroom labs to help us begin to work as a team. Students will be learning the steps of the scientific method. Please encourage them to study the steps. I always try to encourage students to share at home what we are learning at school. This is a great way from them to practice and master their skills/standards. I am always available if you have any questions or concerns. I hope everyone has a great week!!
We have had a great start to this new school year. We hope that you have felt that as well. We strive to have open communication with our parents!! Please, if you have not already, take a moment to join our Facebook page, Twitter account and Instagram. We will be posting pictures of our activities and you don’t want to miss these moments of your kids. Also, please join the Remind group. This allows us to send a text message to you for reminders and information.
You can always reach us on email as well!
delmore@pikecountyschools.com
jwalker@pikecountyschools.com
kmiller@pikecountyschools.com
The GES Jr. Beta Club has started its annual mum sales. These large, beautiful Kentucky mums are available in a variety of colors and cost $16.00. Please call GES 334-566-1851 to place an order. We appreciate your support!!
Due Date: 8/8/2018
Subject: Sixth grade math
Newsletter August 7-10
Old Yeller
Vocabulary Words: lunging, nub, romping, rowdy, slung, speckled
Spelling Words: answered, answering, traveled, traveling, chopped, chopping, qualified,
qualifying, panicked, panicking, interfered, interfering, omitted, omitting, magnified, magnifying, patrolled, patrolling, skied, skiing
Reminders!!
Please make any changes to transportation before 2:30!! Thank you!!
Due Date: 10/2/2016
Subject: Sixth grade math
Newsletter #7 October 3-7
READING:
There is no spelling or grammar test this week, but we will take a CCR (College & Career Ready) Weekly Test this Friday. We are studying main idea and supporting details as well as wrapping up our examination of “An Open Heart". Your child will take a practice test (not for a test grade) on "An Open Heart" in order to measure their knowledge of figurative language. We will also work with figurative language this week to strengthen their knowledge base!
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Astronomers
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Experts in the science that deals with the Sun, Moon, planets, stars, and galaxies
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Collapse
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To cave in
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Collide
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To strike violently together, crash
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Compact
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Firmly packed together, dense
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Galaxy
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A group of billions of stars forming one system, system of stars
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Particles
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Extremely small units of matter, small pieces
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SPELLING WORDS
NO Spelling words this week.
THIS WEEK IN MATH:
We are finishing up decimals this week with our NS.3 Test. This week we are moving on to our next standard, NS.4. This standard focuses on understanding prime factorization, Greatest Common Factor, and Least Common Multiple. Please look at the planner every night for specific homework.
THIS WEEK IN SCIENCE and SOCIAL STUDIES:
Social Studies:
Monday: Continue Chp. 5-3: City Life/Urban Problems
Tuesday: Computer Lab for Web Activity: Urban Living for Immigrants
Wednesday: Finish Chp. 5-3: City Life/Finding Solutions Homework: Study Chp. 5-3 notes for quiz
Thursday: Take Chp. 5-3 quiz/Review Chp. 5 by playing Jeopardy
Friday: Scholastic Activity: Where They Stand?/Homecoming
Science:
Monday: Moon Phase Lab
Tuesday: Begin Chp. 5-3: Shadows Lab
Wednesday: What is a solar eclipse?
Thursday: What is a lunar eclipse?
Friday: Review solar and eclipse/Homecoming
*Thanks so much for all your help and assistance! Please remind your child to observe the moon and record their observations. We will be using this information for an upcoming project.
Announcements:
- Please sign up for Remind. This allows you to get quick information through text on your phone.
Text 81010-in the message type @goshen
If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know!! Don’t wait!!
- Please look at the planner every night! There will be times when we get off of our planned activities. Also we send notes and communication through the planner.
Homecoming Activities:
Monday: Greasers vs. Preps-50s
Tuesday: Peace Out, Lions!-60s and 70s
Wednesday: Rock Out, Eagles!-80s and 90s
Thursday: Dress for Success
Friday: Purple & Gold Spirit Day
12:45 Car Rider Pick Up at GES
1:30 Parade at GHS
2:15 Pep Rally-GHS
3:00 Load Buses at GHS
6:30 Pre Game Festivities
7:00 Game
Fall Festival Planning Meeting October 3rd
All visitors MUST first check in with the office to receive an official visitor’s pass. This rule applies to EVERYONE! If you visit the campus for a special program or ceremony you will not have to obtain a pass but all other occasions it will be necessary.
Graded papers will go home every Wednesday. Please look over all the grades and sign. Please return to school on Thursday. If you have any questions or concerns, please leave a note in the folder.
Due Date: 9/5/2016
Subject: Sixth grade math
Newsletter #4 September 6-9
READING:
We will continue to work with facts and opinions this week. I am so proud of your child’s efforts in Grammar and I appreciate your help reviewing at home. Grammar requires daily practice to “stick”, so your partnership is vital. Our next reading test will cover the story, “Hachiko” and will be on Thursday the 15th. We have a field trip on Friday the 16th, so we will complete our Grammar/Spelling tests when we return on Tuesday, Sept.20th. Please remember spellingcity.com is a great resource, if you have internet and a device. If not, use this handout to review the list. Thanks!
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Voc. Word
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Meaning
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furious
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- Very angry; full of wild, fierce anger 2. Of unrestrained energy, speed
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morsels
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Small portions of food
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Ruff
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A collar like growth of long or specially marked feathers orhairs on the neck of a bird or other animals
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Nudge
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To push slightly to attract attention; slight push
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Quietly
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Making no sound
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Stooped
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To bend forward, bent over, as from age
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Vigil
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Act of staying awake for some purpose; act of watching
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Fixed
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Steady, not moving
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Common noun- names any person, place or thing
Proper noun- names a specific person, place, or thing and is capitalized
SPELLING WORDS
country’s, countries’, countries, its, ours, theirs, hers, library’s, libraries’, libraries, niece’s, nieces’, nieces, crow’s, crows, witness’s, witnesses’, witnesses, secretary’s, secretaries’, congress’s, congresses, communities’, communities, April Fools’ Day
THIS WEEK IN MATH:
Please refer to the math journal for any help with skills the students are learning and study vocabulary and skills every night.
Tuesday: We are working on SP.2 and SP.5 this week. Students will be describing data by looking and analyzing graphs. HW: 5A; p.225
Wednesday: Today we will be focusing on SP.5 and learning about Mean Absolute Deviation. HW: 5B, p. 247
Thursday: Today we will continue working on SP.5 and MAD. HW: 5C, p. 249
Friday: Today we will be practicing SP.2 and SP.5. Students who need to retest SP.1 or SP.3 will retest today.
THIS WEEK IN SCIENCE:
Tuesday: How does the Moon move around Earth?
Wednesday: How does the Moon move around Earth?
Thursday: Why does the Moon's appearance change?
Friday: Lab Activity: Moon Phases
*Students are encouraged to observe the Moon from their homes. Students can note as many things as they can about what they see. We will share some of their observations.
THIS WEEK IN SOCIAL STUDIES:
Tuesday: The Growth of Cities Homework: Study Map
Wednesday: The Growth of Cities Homework: Study Map
Thursday: City Life Homework: 1. Study Map 2. Study Chp. 5-2 notes for quiz
Friday: Take Chp. 5-2 quiz/City Life
*Western Map test (along with all map retests) will be given on Monday, September 12th
Announcements:
- Please sign up for Remind. This allows you to get quick information through text on your phone.
Text 81010-in the message type @goshen
If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know!! Don’t wait!!
- Please look at the planner every night! There will be times when we get off of our planned activities. Also we send notes and communication through the planner.
- Jr. Beta Club is selling mums. See a Jr. Beta Club member or contact your child’s teacher to order.
All visitors MUST first check in with the office to receive an official visitor’s pass. This rule applies to EVERYONE! If you visit the campus for a special program or ceremony you will not have to obtain a pass but all other occasions it will be necessary.
Graded papers will go home every Wednesday. Please look over all the grades and sign. Please return to school on Thursday. If you have any questions or concerns, please leave a note in the folder.
Due Date: 8/28/2016
Subject: Sixth grade math
Newsletter #3 August 29-September 2
READING:
This week we are learning how to determine fact from opinion, punctuate complex sentences, and add to our vocabulary. Your child has a reading test on Tuesday. I slowed down our process to give them more time to master the skills, so our Reading tests will be every 7 days instead of 5. Spelling and Grammar tests will remain on Fridays. Please ask your child to “teach” you the vocabulary, this helps them retain it! Thanks for another awesome week, GES students and parents are the best!
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Voc. Word
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Meaning
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Basin
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All the land drained by a river and the streams that flow into it
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Charities
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Organizations for helping those in need or the environment
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Erosion
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Process of gradually wearing away by glaciers, running water, waves, or wind
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Evaporates
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Changes from a liquid to a gas
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Exported
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Sent goods out of one country for sale and use in another
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Industrial
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Engaged in or connected with businesses, trade, or manufactured goods
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Recycled
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Processed or treated so it can be used again
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Tropics
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Regions near the equator that are also the hottest parts of the Earth
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Compound sentence
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Contains two simple sentences joined with a comma and a conjunction
Tim had a ticket, but he forgot to bring it with him.
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Complex sentence
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Contains one independent clause and one or more dependent clauses
After the driver stops at the stop sign, she may drive forward.
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SPELLING WORDS
- fierce 2. weird 3. piece 4. perceive 5. perfume 6. preserve 7. soldier 8. model 9. multiple 10. fuel 11. briefcase 12. retrieve 13. deceit 14. perception 15. vegetable 16. preferable 17. rectangle 18. bushel 19. pinnacle 20. preliminary
THIS WEEK IN MATH:
Please refer to the math journal for any help with skills the students are learning and study vocabulary and skills every night.
Monday: We are working on SP.4 learning about graphs. We are working on box plots.
Tuesday: We are continuing to work on box plots.
Wednesday: Today we will test on SP.4 dot plots, histograms, and box plots.
Thursday: Today we will work on SP.2 This standard focuses on analyzing graphs. Those who need to retest on SP.1 understanding statistical questions will take test.
Friday: Today we will work on SP.2 Today is Fun Friday for those who receive an invitation!
THIS WEEK IN SCIENCE:
Monday: What causes the seasons? Homework: 1. Study Chp. 20-1 notes for quiz
Tuesday: Take quiz/Lab Activity: Seasons!
Wednesday: Why does the Moon's appearance change?
Thursday: Lab Activity: How can the Moon be rotating if the same side of the Moon is always facing Earth?
Friday: How does the Moon move around Earth?
THIS WEEK IN SOCIAL STUDIES:
Monday: A New Wave of Immigrants Homework: 1. Study Map (Southern Region)
Tuesday: A New Wave of Immigrants Homework: 1. Study Map
Wednesday: A New Wave of Immigrants Homework: 1. Study Map
Thursday: The Growth of Cities Homework: 1. Study Map
Friday: The Growth of Cities/Take test on the Southern Region
Please study both science and social studies notes daily. Students will be writing their daily assignments in their planners. Please check it to make sure that your child is prepared for any assessments. Thanks for you continued cooperation and support!
Announcements:
- Send in orders for school shirts. Price for a shirt is $15.
- Please sign up for Remind. This allows you to get quick information through text on your phone.
Text 81010-in the message type @goshen
If you have any questions or concerns, please let us know!! Don’t wait!!
- Please look at the planner every night! There will be times when we get off of our planned activities.
- Jr. Beta Club is selling mums. See a Jr. Beta Club member or contact your child’s teacher to order.
- Fun Friday! Students who receive an invitation will be allowed to attend.
Don't forget the parent meeting to discuss the new grading policy in math is tonight!!!
All visitors MUST first check in with the office to receive an official visitor’s pass. This rule applies to EVERYONE! If you visit the campus for a special program or ceremony you will not have to obtain a pass but all other occasions it will be necessary.
Graded papers will go home every Wednesday. Please look over all the grades and sign. Please return to school on Thursday. If you have any questions or concerns, please leave a note in the folder.
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