Week of December 7th

Just a few important reminders for this week.

1.  RECORDERS / MUSIC  are needed tomorrow.  I believe?? that the students have to play for their recorder belt.  It is expected that the students are practicing a bit each day during the week.

2.  BOOK ORDERS - Several families have place orders either online or sent in orders to school.  In order to assure they arrive on time before the winter break, all orders need to be placed by the end Tuesday December 8th.  If you are purchasing these for books a gift, please let me know either via email / note and I can get in touch to make arrangements for pick-up. 

3.  HALF-DAY on TUESDAY, December 8th - Students will be dismissed at 12:15 on this day.  Please make sure your child knows if their dismissal procedure will be different.  Remember, all students must have a note / email if their dismissal procedure changes.  Without communication, we have to send your child home the usual way.

4.  HOUR OF CODE -  During the week of December 7-13, schools across the country are encouraged to try code activities.  This week, our class will be exploring this concept during a designated time.  As I believe it may take a few classes to complete, please ask your child what we explored at the end of this week.   If you are interested in knowing more about the HOUR OF CODE, please visit this site:  https://hourofcode.com/us

5.  REPORT CARDS - The trimester one report card will be sent home on Monday, December 21st.  Monday does begin trimester 2.  We will be moving on to new units in all areas except social studies.  They students are completing a project on THE EAST REGION and need a few more days to complete it.  I am working to find a way to sent their project home via email / googledocs.  More to come!

Please let me know if you have any questions / concerns.

Kelly Finneran

Ansuman / Liam - Morning Announcements

Please enjoy this video of Ansuman and Liam sharing the morning announcements.

Homework / Test Update

 A few reminders and updates for this week.

1.  GINGERBREAD SHOP – Tomorrow we are shopping at the Gingerbread shop.  Information about the shop can be found on Coolidge’s website / blog.  If you are interested in having your child shop, they need to bring their money tomorrow.

2.  HOMEWORK / TESTS THIS WEEK:

 Science Test  - The science test is on Thursday.   The study guide was sent home over a week ago.  I did pass out new study guides for students who needed them yesterday.  Please make sure they are reviewing this guide for the assessment.  I did show the students some sites that are located on the class blog that then can also view to study / review. 

http://kfinneran31.blogspot.com/

 Math Test – This unit test will also be on Thursday.  We are currently completing a study guide in class.   This will be sent home to review Wednesday night.  A way to study with your child would be to review the key vocabulary and / or create a few similar multiplication / division problems for your child to complete.  This test is truly something we have been reviewing / working for more than the past three weeks.     A mini-review the evening before is all that they truly need.

 Although I usually don’t like to have two tests on the same day, this is unavoidable due to our schedule.    For this reason, I am limiting the amount of written homework this week.  Tonight, besides their reading log, they will have one math problem-solving page and will be asked to study for the science test.    Wednesday night’s homework will be reviewing for both their science and their math.  The only written work will be their read log.    I hope this alleviates some of the concern regarding two tests on the same day. 

On a final note, we are currently working on the social studies assessment in school   This assessment will be a project based assessment.  There is no need for studying / reviewing. 

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Happy Thanksgiving

On this special day, I like to take the time and reflect upon all that I am thankful for.  My blessings are plentiful and include my family, my friends, my cats - George and Grace and my Coolidge students and families.  To effectively educate the students every day, it takes a team effort.  Thanks for supporting my efforts as I work with your children each and every day.

I wish you, your family and friends a wonderful Thanksgiving and a restful few days.

Miss Finneran

Below are a few reminders for this week.

1.  RECORDERS - students need these EVERY MONDAY!

2.  FOOD DRIVE - Thanks to those whom have already brought in their $1.00 and their FLOUR or SUGAR.  For those that haven't, the final day is Wednesday.  Let's all do our part to support our local community!

3.  CHORUS CONCERT - Wednesday October 18th - The students have been working hard to prepare for this weeks evening concert.  I know you will enjoy their efforts.  I know the concert begins at 7:00 yet the students need to be here earlier.  Please watch for an email reminder from Ms. Fallis, their chorus teacher, as to what time the students need to arrive.

4.  End of the Trimester - the end of the trimester is in sight.  This means that the students will be taking various assessments - writing, math, and science and will be completing a social studies project in school that will be their assessment.  Please keep an eye in their planner for upcoming study assignments.

Enjoy your week.  Please don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions / concerns.

Week of Nov. 9th Update

A few updates for this week.

It was wonderful meeting with so many of you during parent conference day last Tuesday.  Working together, we can do wonders to support your child.  Please don't hesitate to get in touch with any concerns. 

1. RECORDERS NEEDED on MONDAY'S.   All students now have their recorders that they should be practicing at home for music with Ms. Fallis.  They need to bring them (along with their given music), to school on Mondays!.  It is recommended that they keep their recorders in their back pack.  This way they have them when needed.

2.  NO SCHOOL - Wednesday, November 11th  -  In honor of Veteran's Day, there will be no school  this Wednesday.

3.  CHORUS CONCERT  - Wednesday, November 18th.  I look forward to seeing so many of you on this evening.  If you child has a speaking part, please make sure they are PRACTICING their lines for this evening performance!

4.  St. Anne's Food Drive begins this week.  Our class has been charged with bringing in either FLOUR or SUGAR for baking, along with $1.00 to purchase turkey vouchers.  In the spirit of community service and giving, I look forward to our class making a difference in the lives of local families this holiday season.

5.  Clothing Drive is on going at Coolidge!  So far there have been over 23 barrels of clothes donated.  Coolidge receives $.22 per pound!  Keep the clothes coming!

6. HIGH QUALITY WORK -  Recently, there has been an excessive amount of homework slips given for work turned in that is not HIGH QUALITY or due to assignments not being turned in on time.    Please make sure you ask your child to read over their work for CAPITALIZATION, PUNCTUATION and SPELLING.  NEATNESS also matters!  when it comes to math work - students must show their steps to solving the problems.  Without this, or papers will excessive errors, will need to be redone  / corrected.

Thank you for your continued support.

It was great seeing many familiar faces at the Family Fun Walk Friday afternoon.
Here are a few reminders:

1.  RECORDERS needed on Mondays ~  If you child had their recorder approved by Ms. Fallis, they need their recorder tomorrow  - Monday, November 2nd.  Students who purchased recorders will be getting them tomorrow.  They will need to bring them to school EVERY MONDAY until notified differently.

2.  Tuesday, Nov. 3rd is PARENT CONFERENCE DAY!   -  I look forward to meeting with many of you this coming Tuesday.  Thank you in advance for completing the pre-conference form.  This will help make sure I address any questions / concerns you have as our time is limited.    Please remember - there is NO SCHOOL for students this day!