Classroom Newsletter
Mrs. Goostree & Mrs. Eldridge
What's Happening in Reader's Workshop?
Keep encouraging your child to read a book for enjoyment at home. In class, we work hard to show our thinking as we read. This means we are pausing to write a quick response to the text. It might be a question about the plot so far or a personal connection we have to the story. This active reading strategy has us thinking deeply about the story and will help us become critical thinkers. Don't be surprised if your child fills their book up with sticky notes while reading at home. Check out what they are thinking!
In Math We Are...
Please have your student continue to study their math facts to become fluent in their skills. If you need any resources or flashcards, please let me know and I can send some home.
What's Happening in Writer's Workshop?
It's all about personal narratives right now. The students are writing personal stories about a small moment in their lives. They are working on creating a story that pulls the reader in by putting themselves back in that moment. We have been dreaming our stories and playing it like a movie in our mind. Then, we furiously write down all that we see, hear, and feel. I am so impressed by their stories. Some have shared some very important turning points in their lives and their passion shows through their writing.
Now, students have narrowed their focus onto one story that they will continue to develop over the next few weeks. This means and continual cycle of writing and revising. Each time they revise, they set goals and evaluate in order to make their story the best it can be.
Help Wanted: Art Discovery Volunteer
We are seeking a volunteer or two to bring Art Discovery into our classroom. So just what is Art Discovery?
- It's the elementary art curriculum of Evergreen Public Schools
- Coordinated and led by volunteers
- The monthly program is fun for the students AND the volunteers
- After sharing some provided visuals, volunteers help the class complete a related art project
- The program has all the information and support you need to facilitate a lesson.
- No ART EXPERIENCE NECESSARY!
For more information click here: http://artdiscovery.info/
Specialist Schedule
Tuesday: Library
Wednesday: PE
Thursday: Music
Friday: PE
Band and Orchestra is each Tuesday and Thursday during the morning recess (10:30-11:00)
Upcoming Events
9/24 - Early Release
10/1 Box Top Competition Begins
10/1 Early Release
10/2 School Picture Day
10/3 PTA Movie Night, 7pm-9pm
http://www.evergreenps.org/SchoolInfo/yor/Pages/Calendar.aspx
Contact us!
Mrs. Eldridge's email: tami.eldridge@evergreenps.org
Email: tami.eldridge@evergreenps.org
Website: http://www.evergreenps.org/SchoolInfo/yor/Pages/default.aspx
Location: 9301 NE 152nd Ave, Vancouver, WA 98682, United States
Phone: 360-604-3975