Monday, November 30, 2009

Welcome Back!

Hey There Group Three,

Welcome back, I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving. I know I did. I think I still have some leftovers around here...

Great job getting back in to the swing of things. We had a really productive day today. I'm happy those of you who did not get your "Thankfulness" stories done before the break got a chance to wrap them up today.

Tomorrow might be our major merit event- we'll see how the weather holds out!

I will not be with you guys tomorrow, I have some important family things to take care of. However, my mom, Chris will be there. She knows what's going on so it'll be like I never left. I want a good report from her, so be on your BEST behavior....she can take away stars too.

I'll see you all on Wednesday,

John

Homework:

Math: Check you assignment book each night

Reading: 20 minutes each night

Reading Comp: Another story and Write About It due tomorrow

Wordly Wise: Next word list due, and test next monday, Dec. 7.

Wednesday, November 18, 2009

Quiet Day....

Hi Group Three,

I hope those of you who have been resting up are feeling better. Although we miss you here, we appreciate it when those germs stay at home!

The rest of the class had a great time this afternoon in science using the scientific method to figure out which paper airplanes went the furthest.

Don't forget about our Thanksgiving Feast with Group4 this Friday- I'm looking forward to it!

Stay/get Well,

John

Math: Check your assignment book daily.

Reading: 20 minutes each night in your individual reading book

Reading Comprehension: Due 12/1- next story and "write about it"

Wordly Wise: Your next test is after Thanksgiving break, you have plenty of time to get your next word list done and study for your next test.

Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Get Some Rest!

Hi Group Three,

...or should I say, "Hi Half of Group Three". I'm sorry that there are a lot of you who aren't feeling well. I hope you're getting rest and getting better. As I always mention, wash your hands, cover your coughs, and please, please, please...if you're not feeling well, take a day to stay home and get rest...it's better for you, your friends at school, and everyone around you. Thanks!

Tomorrow- playing with paper airplanes in Science! I can't wait!

Stay (or get) well!

--John

Homework:

Math: Check your assignment book daily.

Reading: 20 minutes each night in your individual reading book

Reading Comprehension: Due 12/1- next story and "write about it"

Wordly Wise: Your next test is after Thanksgiving break, you have plenty of time to get your next word list done and study for your next test.

Monday, November 16, 2009

Thanks for Letting Me Know!

Hi Group Three!

I would like to thank you for letting me know my blog has not been updating! I had been trying a new method of updating- and apparently it hasn't been working. My apologies, and once again, thanks for letting me know.

Basically, the last week or so, I've been commenting on how happy I've been with the way things have been going in our room. People have been coming right in, writing down their assignments and getting right to their morning work- good job! I think the way our classroom is set up is really working as well. I see a lot more work being done, and a lot less talking. However, there is always room for improvement!

I'm really excited for our Thanksgiving Feast this Friday at 11am in Laurie's room. Some people have already signed up to bring some delicious-sounding dishes. Don't forget to "dress up." ...you might even see me wear a tie.

Remember to get a lot of rest, wash your hands, cover up when sneezing or coughing. We had a total of 4 people out by the end of the day today- please stay well, and if you're not feeling 100% healthy, stay home and get some rest.

Stay well,

John

Homework:

Math: Check your assignment book daily.

Reading: 20 minutes each night in your individual reading book

Reading Comprehension: Due tomorrow- next story and "write about it"

Wordly Wise: Your next test is after Thanksgiving break, you have plenty of time to get your next word list done and study for your next test.

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

A Simple Reminder

Dear Group Three,

You are a team! Remember that! :)

--John



Homework:

Math:
Check your assignment book daily.

Reading: 20 minutes in your individual reading book.

Wordly Wise: WORDLY WISE IS NOW A MONDAY CLASS. Be prepared for your test on Monday, 11/7

Monday, November 2, 2009

New Quarter....new room!

Hi Group 3,

So, we certainly had a lot of changes today! New seats, new tables, new schedule, and work to do right when you come in to school. Don't forget to read your morning instructions each day when you come in.

I hope you all had a great Halloween! I loved all your costumes on Friday.

Thanks for a great day and for adapting so well to the new changes. See you tomorrow.

--John

Homework:

Math:
Check your assignment book daily.

Reading: 10 minutes in your individual reading book.

Wordly Wise: WORDLY WISE IS NOW A MONDAY CLASS. Be prepared for your test on Monday, 11/7