The Mangus Messenger
3/23/18
Dear Parents,
Happy Spring!
Our students have worked hard this week. Not only did we get the HIGHEST Post Assessment scores in math EVER, we had fun doing it. It was incredible to grade those tests and know that the room felt confident and the students were happy. Simply an amazing group we've got!
On that note, they have a well-deserved Spring Break ahead of them. Their brains need the time off to recharge, so make sure they play hard and get tons of sleep. Enjoy your time with them and celebrate all of their successes so far this year. They've earned it!
Our students have worked hard this week. Not only did we get the HIGHEST Post Assessment scores in math EVER, we had fun doing it. It was incredible to grade those tests and know that the room felt confident and the students were happy. Simply an amazing group we've got!
On that note, they have a well-deserved Spring Break ahead of them. Their brains need the time off to recharge, so make sure they play hard and get tons of sleep. Enjoy your time with them and celebrate all of their successes so far this year. They've earned it!
THANK YOU
Thank you so much for all of the classroom supplies that you have sent in for Teacher Appreciation. You are all very generous and your gifts are very much appreciated. Thank you for taking such good care of us.
SPIRIT WEEK
This week was a blast! We had tons of laughs and just enjoyed each other's silliness. Starting with our llamas, here are some pictures (as evidence) of our 5th-grade craziness.
Hat Day
Twin Day
Wacky Wed (aka Crazy Hair Day)
Crazy Sock Day
Hat Day
Twin Day
Wacky Wed (aka Crazy Hair Day)
Crazy Sock Day
CMAS Testing
It's that time of year again. Colorado Measures of Academic Success (CMAS) Testing begins on April 9th. Here is our 5th-grade schedule as of today:
Math: 4/9 - 4/11 from 8:45 am - 10:00 am
ELA: 4/12 - 4/16 from 1:15 pm - 3:00 pm
SCI: 4/17 - 4/18 from 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Here is the link if you would like to sign up to bring treats.
Math: 4/9 - 4/11 from 8:45 am - 10:00 am
ELA: 4/12 - 4/16 from 1:15 pm - 3:00 pm
SCI: 4/17 - 4/18 from 11:00 am - 12:15 pm
Here is the link if you would like to sign up to bring treats.
Don Quixote
We got our persuasive essay rough drafts started this week. I know there are a couple kiddos who want to work on it over break. Please don't let them spend too much time on it because we are going to jump right back in when we get back. So far, they are really getting the idea that evidence from the text is an exact "quote" from the text! Go team!
Math
We will be wrapping up our unit on multiplying and dividing fractions and mixed numbers on Wednesday when we get back from break.
After that, we will jump into Volume, Units of Measure, and Geometry.
After that, we will jump into Volume, Units of Measure, and Geometry.
Spark a Conversation
- What do you and your classmates think of having the playground back? What is the best part?
- Explain what happened to the steel nail you put in the salt & vinegar solution with the tarnished pennies.
- Tell me what a counter argument is.
- How did Don Quixote end?
Please don't forget that we watch Flocabulary.com every Friday. The Week in Rap covers news around the nation in the form of a short rap. Some incredible discussions happen after these Week in Rap news summaries, so if you ever think your child should not be involved in a Friday discussion please let us know ASAP. It might be best to call and leave a message with the office because, once I get to school, I often do not check email until 9:15 am.
ARPS Gala
Mr. T, Mr. Rhoda, and I can’t wait to see which student wins our Teacher Outing! We’ll be in our costumes watching Star Wars: The Last Jedi, having snacks, and winning prizes! The Gala ticket prices go up March 26th, during Spring Break, so be sure to get online now.
Calendar Reminders
- Fri, 3/23 - 3/30: NO SCHOOL - Spring Break
- Tues, 4/3: Chick-Fil-A Fundraiser Night
- Thurs, 4/5: Coffee/Cocoa House Performance Night at 6:00 pm
- Mon, 4/9: Parent Workshop at 6:00 pm
- Tues, 4/17: Variety Show Demo at 3:30 pm
- Wed, 4/18: Board Meeting at 4:30 pm
- Fri, 4/20: NO SCHOOL - Teacher PD Day
- Sat, 4/21: ARPS Family Movie Night at 5:30 pm
- Tues, 5/1: Variety Show Rehearsal at 5:30 pm
- Wed, 5/2: Variety Show Performance at 5:00 pm
- Tues, 5/8: Spring for the Arts Showcase Night
- Wed, 5/9: SVVSD Field Day
- Fri, 5/11: ARPS Field Day