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Week of October 17th- Ms. Postema and Mrs. Blankenship
Congratulations to Kayden C! She is the grade level winner of the Promise of Gwinnett Writing Contest!
Curriculum Update
Grammar- We will review conjunctions, interjections, and prepositions. Information will be posted in eClass regarding a DG.
Writing- Complimenting reading, our writing focus will also be non-fiction. The students will be working with their chosen Civil War topic.
Greek/Latin Roots- The roots for next week are Mem/Ology/Sci. The words have already been posted on Quizlet. A DG is scheduled for Friday.
Social Studies- We will begin our study of Westward Expansion and the Transcontinental Railroad.
Math: In math this week, we will be adding and subtracting decimals and then move on to multiplying decimals. No assessment will be given this week.
Science: We will begin our unit on micro-organisms and look into how some are harmful and some are beneficial.
Please remember that our Food Drive takes place next week!
Please Mark Your Calendars!
October:
17th-21st: PTA Food Drive
26th-28th: ITBS testing
31st- Halloween- Students are NOT to dress up in costumes for school.
November:
3rd- Literacy Night Tailgate
8th: Student Holiday- Election Day
21st-25th: Thanksgiving Holiday Break
December:
2nd: Holiday Lunch
22nd: Winter Holiday Break Begins