What's New in C2?
Think~ Innovate~ Create (February 13 - 24)
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Curriculum Corner
Literacy
- I can tell the main idea of a piece of nonfiction, including focus of important paragraphs.
- I can write a friend letter including commas in the greeting and closing.
- I can identify adverbs and adjectives.
Davis
This Week:
- I can tell the main idea of a piece of nonfiction, including the focus of important paragraphs.
Next Week:
- I can tell the author's main purpose in nonfiction writing.
Franklin and Moore Family
This Week:
- I can compare and contrast nonfiction text
- I can identify and explain nonfiction text features. (labeling a worker honeybee)
Next Week:
- I can tell the main idea of a piece of nonfiction, including the focus of important paragraphs.
- I can form and write about my own opinion
Steindorff
This Week:
- I can tell the main idea of a piece of nonfiction, including the focus of important paragraphs.
- I can write a report documenting my boat project.
Next Week:
- I can tell the author's main purpose in nonfiction writing.
Whiten
This Week
- I can write an informative writing piece based off of a topic I researched.
- I can ask questions and record responses from an interview.
- I can frequently use and identify adjectives and adverbs in my writing.
Next Week
- I can tell the author's main purpose in nonfiction writing.
- I can form and write my own opinion based off of a text or topic.
- I can tell the main idea of a piece of nonfiction, including the focus of important paragraphs.
Math
- I can identify shapes by its vertices, lines and faces.
- I can tell time to the five minutes.
- I can count money within word problems.
- I can create an array with columns and rows to identify the number of units in the rectangle.
Davis
This Week:
- I can measure the length of objects by using appropriate tools to the nearest whole unit. (e.g. rulers, yardstick, meter stick, measuring tape)
Next Week:
- I can measure the length of an object using different lengths for the two measurements to the nearest whole unit.
- I can recognize what units of measurement are comparable. (e.g. inch/cm, m/yard)
Moorelins
This Week:
- I can subtract within 100 and 1,000.
- I can identify a shape by its sides, vertices, and faces.
Next Week:
- I can estimate and measure to the nearest inch.
- I can measure the length of an object using different lengths for the two measurements to the nearest whole unit.
- I can measure the length of objects by using appropriate tools to the nearest whole unit. (e.g. rulers, yardstick, meter stick, measuring tape)
- I can recognize what units of measurement are comparable. (e.g. inch/cm, m/yard)
Steindorff
This week:
- I can use subtraction strategies to solve simple subtraction equations.
Next Week:
- I can solve subtraction equations within 1000
Whiten
This Week:
- I can use subtraction strategies to solve equations within 1000.
- I can mentally add plus 10, minus 10, plus 100, and minus 100.
- I can create my own money word problems.
- I can solve addition and subtraction word problems.
- I can use subtraction strategies to solve equation within 1000.
- I can identify shapes by it's sides, vertices, and faces.
Projects
Learners are making progress on their project work!
The Daniel family is working hard to make welcome packs for children new to PRS. We are working on Buddy Benches, too.
The Davis family has presented their 3D models and digital presentations of motorized aircraft and are completing their famous aviators and astronauts research and measurement project.
The Moores and Franklins have begun a study on bees.
The Whiten family has chosen to move their project focus on uniting different cultures through health and food.
The Steindorffs have finished up their study of water transportation and are publishing their project reports.
Cursive Writing
We will learn them in this order:
- Slim 7 Group: P, R, B, H, K
- Umbrella Tops and Eggs: C, E, A, O, Q
- High Hills and Deep Valleys: N, M, U, V, Y
- Sneaky Snake Tops: T, F
- Half Hearts: X, W, I, J
- Fat Bellies: G, S, L, D, Z
Raptor Trek Experience - February 15
PRS Celebrates Read Across America
Daniel Family
Hidden Figures
Gavin was sharing about Marie Van Britton Brown. She was the inventor of a surveillance system.
Emma sharing about Henry Blair.
Rebecca sharing about Bessie Blount Griffin.
Zoe sharing about Garrett Morgan.
Raptors!
Mr. Matt the Librarian
Hidden Figures Projects!
Davis Family
Check out our presentations for the Hidden Figures Museum!
Digital Writing
Nonstandard Measurement
Jim and the Beanstalk
Moore & Franklin Family
Geometric Snacks?!
Peer Collaboration
Learning from C9
Steindorff Family
Building Teamwork
Happy President's Day
Digital Writing
Whiten Family
Random Acts of Kindness Week Collaboration
For The Love Of Learning
Our Unity MyPlate
We Love Animals!!
Collaboration With C1
Important Dates
February 21: Mrs. Franklin's Birthday
February 22-23: "A Day at the Museum: Honoring Hidden Figures in History"
March 1-18: Read Across America
March 9: Spirit Night at Newk's
March 10: No School for learners, Parent Conferences offered
March 14: C2 POP
March 20-24: Spring Break
March 28-29: Spring Pictures (individual)
April 14: No School
April 17: Professional Learning Day for Teachers (No school for students.)
Snack Reminder
What's for Lunch?
Food for Thought
Family Wish Lists
Daniel
- Kleenex tissues
- Expo markers (wide tips)
Davis
- Mrs. Davis' Amazon Wish List
- Cap erasers
- Snacks
- Hamster bedding
Franklin
- Mrs. Franklin's Amazon Wish List- WISH LIST!
- Expo Markers-regular size- color :) and skinny
Moore
Steindorff
- Amazon wish list
- Latex gloves
Whiten
Important Information
Our Vision
Our students are lifelong learners who use their knowledge, skills, and influence to make the world a better place.
Our Mission
To create a culture of intellectual curiosity where all students have ownership over their learning and are inspired to think, innovate, and create.
School Hours
Students may be dropped off beginning at 7:20 AM.
Bell rings at 8:00.
Dismissal begins at 3:00.
School Address
500 Avenue of Learning Pike Road, AL 36064
School Phone Number
334-420-5310