Team Dankoski
February 5th, 2016
We had a busy and fun week!
Wheel and Axle Challenge
Say, "Wheel and Axle"
Working from our design
Can this go 10 feet?
We are proud of our idea!
A working model
Here's the trick! Can you see it?
It's listing a little, can it make it?
Lots of different designs
Some better than others
Global Play Day
Makers Space with our Kindergarten Book Buddies
Author Kevin Kammeraad
Workshops
Writer's and Reader's Workshop: We are wrapping up Folktales: Fairytales, Fables, and Tall Tales, and Myths and moving onto a poetry unit.
Math Workshop: We started learning about fractions this week. We know that fractions must be equally divided. We explored the part/whole relationship that fractions represent. We also looked at how some fractions are expressed as a whole and some are expressed as a set. We also learned about unit fractions. We will be working towards an understanding of comparing fractions and recognizing equivalent fractions. We will also be changing our classroom timeline into a classroom number line with fractions.
Science: We wrapped up our unit on simple machines. The students were really engaged and learning about the different types of simple machines with our challenges. I was very impressed with some of the designs they came up with especially on the wheel and axel challenge. They needed to really design and redesign their wheel and axels to get working models. Well done kiddos!
Social Studies: Next week we will begin a unit on Economics.
VolunteerSpot: Updated
There are now Volunteer Spots up for 2016. Thanks so much to the Volunteers, you help is very much appreciated. The kids love it when you come in, too!
Here's how to volunteer in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link below to see our Sign-Up on VolunteerSpot
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on VolunteerSpot.
Dress Warm
Homework
Simple Machine Websites:
http://www.edheads.org/activities/simple-machines/
http://www.msichicago.org/play/simplemachines/
http://www.wonderville.ca/asset/robot-factory
Students should read for 30 minutes each night.
10-15 minutes of math:
The MobyMax website is a good supplement to student studying as well https://www.mobymax.com/signin
Important Information
Specials Classes 2/8 - 2/12
Monday: P.E.
Tuesday: Computer Lab
Wednesday: Art
Thursday: Music
Friday: P.E.
Our Schedule
8:45-9:00 Morning Procedures
9:00-9:30 Learning Clubs
9:30-10:10 Science/Social Studies
10:15-10:50 Related Arts
10:55-12:35 Reading Workshop
12:35-12:55 Recess
1:05-1:35 Lunch
1:40-2:55 Math Workshop
2:55-3:30 Writer's Workshop
Transportation
If there is ever a transportation change for your child please send your child into school with a note, or contact the office by 2:00 pm. I must have a note from you or the office stating a transpiration change. If I do not receive a note I will send your child home the usual way.
Upcoming CRES Events and Deadlines
February 8-12th - Kindness Week
February 15th - President's Day - No school
February 16th - Flex Day - Weather permitting
**Get this Special Event on Your Calendar**
April 22nd: CRES Fest
Snacks and Lunch
Snack: Students will be allowed to bring a snack in the morning since our lunch time is later in the day. Snacks need to be healthy and nutritious. Please refrain from bringing items with tree nuts due to allergies. Students can also bring a bottle of water to school each day.
Lunch: We will eat lunch each day from 1:05-1:35 in the cafeteria. Your child may eat school lunch or bring his or her lunch from home. Lunch options this year are hot lunch, turkey sandwich, peanut butter & jelly, chef salad, or pizza pack.
Lunch Visits and Background Checks
For more information on background checks and the anti-bullying webinar, please visit:
Philip Dankoski
Email: pdankoski@hse.k12.in.us
Website: http://www.hse.k12.in.us/CRE/home.aspx
Location: 13535 Cumberland Rd, Fishers, IN 46038, United States
Phone: 317-594-4170 (1113)