Family Movie Night

Thank you all for coming to see Spiderwick Chronicles! An amazing 18 out of 22 students attended, plus others from other classes! While I really enjoyed the movie, it was much different from the books that we read in class. This is why I much prefer reading the book and THEN seeing the movie. Since the kids seemed to enjoy the outing so much, we are investigating future movies to see together later in the year.

Happy Valentine's Day-Late

Thanks to all of the moms and dads who sent in treats and paper goods for our Valentine's party. The kids had a great time as evidenced by the noise level, smiles, and mess! Many thanks to Shawnta for organizing the good time!

I hope to see everyone today at the movie!

Don't forget about the field trip next Wednesday. If you have misplaced the permission slip, just write a note giving your child permission to attend the trip and send in the $3.00 to cover the cost. We should be back at school by 11:30.

Another reminder that Wednesday is an early release day. School will be dismissed at 1:25 instead of the usual 3:25.

Conferences are Tuesday and Wednesday nights. If you have any concerns, please feel free to call me: 732-0661 ext. 439, or email: putnam_s@cneschools.org.

Next week:
We will not take a written test on The Great Kapok Tree since the majority of the class earned 100% on the AR version. (The minority earned 90%-still acceptable!) We will be reading Flute's Journey which is the tale of a woodthrush written by Lynne Cherry-the author of The Great Kapok Tree. All students will also take an AR test on this book.
The homework packet was sent home yesterday-all 3 pages. I would bet that there are already students who have completed this packet. Yes, there is spelling this week. Don't forget to complete your 50 points (or use your Valentine homework pass:)

If I don't see you at the movie, I'll see you Tuesday! Enjoy the long weekend.

2 Hour Delay

Only one snow day left until we start making up the days...

Friday was the winning date for our planned movie outing. We will meet at the Showcase Cinemas in Milford for the 4:50 showing of the Spiderwick Chronicles. This is not considered a school field trip-transportation is not provided. It is simply a fun way for our class to get together and watch a movie about a book that we have been reading in class. My son and I look forward to seeing you!

Reminder: No spelling this week. We will also postpone the reading test until next week since this week was so short:)

Next Wednesday we will go to Pattison Park for maple time! We'll explore the mystery behind making maple syrup. We'll explore the sugarbush and follow the process of making syrup as it goes from the tree to our breakfast table, and see how the process of making syrup has changed over the years.

Monday

Is anyone planning to wear their jammies inside out? :)

Assignments:
Math p. 156
Reading p. 36, 144
Journal-Students will be writing in their take-home journals tonight. Don't forget to read them!

Homework:
Packet

A permission slip was sent home today for the trip to Pattison Park on 2/20.
Valentine's Day party is 2/14 @ 2:30.
Also, don't forget to vote for the Spiderwick Chronicles date.
Finally, the cereal box project is for use with the fantasy literature project due next month.

No spelling next week!

Valentine's Day party on Thursday.
No School Friday.

Wacky Mismatch Day

The students dressed crazily today from their heads down to their toes! Most of the students have been here every day and are on target for perfect attendance and a treat for Count Week. It is really important that students be here every day, but especially during the two count weeks during the year (October and February) because student attendance during Count Week determines the amount of state funding each school receives. If your child was ill and unable to attend one or more days of Count Week, it is imperative that you send in a note explaining the absence ASAP.

Math-workbook 153 (new chapter)
Science-read p. C17-C20 in the text. Complete worksheet.
Reading-take novel test. Finish all work that goes along with From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler.
Homework-spelling and packet

Cyclones Win!

Many students claimed the field trip today was their favorite ever! The parents seemed to enjoy it as well.

Tomorrow students who have not yet taken the AR test on From the Mixed-up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler will do so.