Martin's Memos
Volume 2, Issue 24: March 1, 2019
This Week
Parents,
Please read the information in our newsletter below and let me know if you have any questions. Have a great weekend!
-Ms. Kate Martin
Avondale GATE School of Choice Application Window!
Positivity Project - P2
This week's character strength is: Enthusiasm.
For individuals, enthusiasm is an easily identifiable and highly desirable personality trait. We feel good when we are energized by an activity or opportunity – and we like to spend time with people who are excited about life. Those who demonstrate a high level of enthusiasm are more likely to complete tasks and exceed minimum requirements as a result of their passion.
For groups, enthusiasm can be directly tied to high levels of success, happiness, and achievement. Enthusiasm is contagious. One person’s enthusiasm can spark others to think, speak, and act with more energy and conviction. Groups that are enthusiastic about tasks are much more likely to spend longer periods of time in service to the group’s overall goals.
Pictures of the Week
Instrument Petting Zoo
Instrument Petting Zoo
Science
DIA: 3 levels of fun!
DIA: Experiencing a formal 3-course meal!
DIA: Our docent/guide!
March is Reading Month!
This Week...
Math: Students will continue their in their math groups.
Yellow- I can understand constructions and scale drawings.
Green-I can understand equations and inequalities.
Orange- I can interpret algebra, patterns, and coordinate graphs.
Purple- I can understand equations.
Science (5th): Our class will continue our science unit, Mixtures and Solutions. This week the students completed experiments related to the solubility of solutions.
Reading/Writing:
We completed our Myth/Legends/Play/Fairytale anthology! The students have worked so hard on this!
We are also in the midst of our Novel Study. While students are working on this, I've been pulling small reading groups to work on their focus skills.
Enrichment: Students will continue working on their 4th enrichment project. It's due on 3/1.
Looking Forward to Next Week...
Math: Students will continue their in their math groups.
Yellow- I can understand constructions and scale drawings.
Green-I can understand equations and inequalities.
Orange- I can interpret algebra, patterns, and coordinate graphs.
Purple- I can understand equations.
Science (5th): Our class will continue our science unit, Mixtures and Solutions.
Reading: We will continue a novel study! Here's the details - CLICK HERE!
Writing: We are beginning a unit on expository/informational writing. Here is what the students will be doing: Directions Sheet
Enrichment: Students will continue working on their 4th enrichment project. It's due on 3/8.
Upcoming Field Trips
Oakland University - Engineering Lab
April 8th from 9:00-1:30
Bring disposable sack lunch & a disposable snack
Cost = $17 for admission
OU Chaperone:
Ms. Weadock
Upcoming Important Dates
Normal School Hours: 8:32 - 3:39 (GT dismissal 3:34)
Half Day Hours: 8:32 - 11:45 (GT dismissal around 11:40)
Early Release: 8:32-1:39 (GT dismissal around 1:34)
Late Start: 10:32-3:39
Feb. 6-Mar.8: SOC Application Window
Mar. 4: 5th Graders - Fire Safety
Mar.7: 1/2 day
Mar.8: 1/2 day
Mar. 14: Late start or early dismissal
Apr. 1-5: Spring Break (Ms. Martin goes to Disney World! Yay!)
Contact Me
Email: kate.martin@avondale.k12.mi.us
Website: katemartingt.weebly.com
Location: 6465 Livernois Road, Troy, MI 48098, United States
Phone: (248) 537-6900
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Twitter: @AvondaleGATE