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Mrs. Jones' Classroom Newsletter 2020-2021
Week Thirteen: November 9th-13th
Important Times
- Morning Meeting 7:50-8:10
- Specials: 8:30-9:15
- Recess: 11:30-12:00
- Lunch: 1:00-1:30
Conference Time:
- Daily: 8:30-9:15
Specials Rotation:
- Day 1: P.E.
- Day 2: Music
- Day 3: Design
- Day 4: P.E.
- Day 5: Art
- Day 6: Create
LEEder of the Week: Sri Charan Pasala
Each week one learner in every class will be selected by the designer to be the "LEEder of the Week." Students will be selected by who showed the "Leadership Quality of the Week" best that week.
Our Leadership Quality of the week is "Gratitude"
CHARACTER TRAIT OF THE WEEK
LEEdership Quality of the Week:
the act of being grateful; thankfulness
A lesson in Leadership:
Always say thank you when given something. When given an assignment, there is no moaning or complaining.
Lee Quote of the Week:
“The ones you should try to get even with are the ones who have helped you.” -Unknown
What we are learning:
READING & WRITING
Reading this week, we will complete our Nonfiction unit. Learners are learning ways how nonfiction texts become increasingly complex and understanding those complexities. We also will continue our new read-aloud book, Prairie Lotus by Linda Sue Park. This is the 2020 Global Read Aloud Book.
Math
In Math, learners began a new unit on operations with fractions. Learners explored different web sites to work interactively with fractions. They practiced representing different problems that included addition and subtraction of fractions.
SCIENCE
In Science, learners are exploring all the different kinds of energy and their uses. This week explored electric energy. Learners conduct experiments at home and create videos to explain learning.
SOCIAL STUDIES
In Social Studies this week, we learned about the Bill of Rights. Next week we will begin learning about the 3 Branches of Government.
Morning Meeting Materials for Next Week
Please know that these materials are not required, your child can still participate in our STEM activity without the materials below.
-Balloons
-Construction Paper (Colored)
-Markers
-Popcsicle Sticks
-Glue
Istation and Dreambox
Holiday Program for Families
During the holiday season, the following programs are available to families who might have a need:
St. Ann’s Thanksgiving baskets - Every year, St. Ann’s Catholic Church in Coppell provides Thanksgiving baskets with supplies to cook a turkey Hodinner to those in need. If you could benefit from this assistance, please click on the link below and fill out the Google form as accurately as possible. By completing this form you understand this information will be shared with St. Ann’s Catholic Church for distribution of your basket. Please fill out this form no later than October 20th, 2020. Thank you!
https://forms.gle/7KHaTobRDbhthehr7
Make a Child Smile- This program is sponsored by the City of Coppell that provides gifts for all the children in the family. This program is intended solely for children enrolled in CISD and residing within the city limits of Coppell. If you qualify and want your children to be included in this program, please go to this address: www.coppelltx.gov/make-a-child-smile. The online form should be completed by October 30, 2020.
Valley Ranch Baptist Christmas Store – This program provides families with the opportunity to pick out 2 toys /gifts for each child plus socks, underwear, and a t-shirt. Each family will also receive a Walmart gift card to help purchase groceries for the holidays. Please contact CHS school nurse, Beth Dorn for more information on registering for this program.. Registration will be October 11th and 14th.
Please contact CHS school nurse, Beth Dorn at 214-496-6116 or bdorn@coppellisd.com for more information.
Important Information
Istation: At the beginning of every month, learners will take their monthly Istation assessments. They know the routine for this - there are 4 parts to this assessment - Vocabulary, Spelling, Comprehension (reading a story & answering questions), and Fluency. It is very important that you DO NOT assist your learner with this assessment.
Student Zoom Sign In Update: Please make sure that learners log into ZOOM with their g.coppellisd.com accounts starting on Monday, August 31st. If you would like more information, please view this website.
Here is a step by step guide on how to complete this action
Schoology: As we continue with virtual learning, Schoology is a very important tool during this time. We know some of our learners are using the app, but it is best for them to use the web-based version: https://schoology.coppellisd.com/
Learners need to make sure they are completing and submitting all of their work for each course since that is how we are taking attendance. In addition, although online learning is taking place at home, learners should be starting and finishing their work on their own as they would in-person at school.
Lee Specials Quarterly Newsletter: Our specials team puts out a newsletter each week. Check it out!
Box Tops: Did you know you can SCAN Box Tops and earn money for our school with items you already purchase for your home? Learn more about this quick and easy way to help our school.
Important and Upcoming Dates:
Wednesday, November 18th
- Library Curbside Pick Up - 11:00AM-1:00PM
November 23rd - 27th - Thanksgiving Break - No School
Hannah Jones
Email: hferrell@coppellisd.com
Location: Richard J. Lee Elementary, Chaparral Waters Way, Coppell, TX, USA
Phone: 214-496-7900
Twitter: @MrsJonesRJL