The Jungle Book
Mrs. Knueven's Classroom Newsletter
Upcoming Events
2/19 President's Day - No School
2/20 Professional Development - No School
2/22 Coffee Talk w/ Mr. Doublestein @ 8:00 am
2/22 Unit 2, Lessons 5-7 Indiana History Test
2/24 PTO Silent Auction
2/26 ISTEP+ Math
2/27 ISTEP+ E/LA
2/28 ISTEP+ E/LA
3/1 ISTEP+ Science
3/9 Unit 5 Math Test (tentative)
3/15 4th Grade Field Trip to ZWMS
3/15 Parent Information Night @ ZWMS
3/16 Princess and Me Dance
3/23 Hoosier Research Project Open House @ 1:00
3/30 No School - Spring Break!
Curriculum Corner
Wordly Wise: We will be taking a break from Wordly Wise for a few weeks to allow time for ISTEP+ testing and our Hoosier Research Project.
Grammar: We will be taking a break from grammar until after ISTEP+ testing concludes.
Math:
We will continue working on Unit 5 this week. Specific topics will include problem solving and subtracting fractions.
Reading:
We have now started the novel Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix. She is a wonderful author for this age level. This book is set during a time when families are only allowed to have two children. Luke's family has three, so he must remain hidden so the Population Police don't find him. A new neighborhood is build behind his house and as he is peeking through a vent he discovers that there is another 3rd child living in one of the homes. The book tells the story of their friendship and the secret network of "hidden" children that exist.
Indiana History:
We will be reviewing the last three lessons of Unit 2 on Wednesday and taking our test on Thursday.
Science:
We are currently studying weathering and erosion in our science unit. We will be focusing on chemical weathering this week.
ISTEP+ Dates
PTO Silent Auction
https://wedoauctions.net/stonegate
I will be auctioning an opportunity to attend a 4th grade pizza party and the opportunity to attend a movie afternoon to see Wonder.
Coffee Talk with Mr. Doublestein
Calling all 4th-grade parents of incoming 5th graders! Please join us in the Stonegate Elementary Staff Lounge on Thursday, February 22nd for a casual "coffee talk" with the principal of Zionsville West Middle School, Mr. Matt Doublestein. This is a wonderful opportunity to meet Mr. Doublestein in a more casual and intimate setting to discover what middle school will be like for your child. This optional meeting will begin at 8:00 am with a brief introduction. The remainder of the agenda will then be guided by your queries and will last for approximately one hour. Coffee, tea, and light snacks will be provided. Regretfully we cannot provide childcare, however, please do feel free to bring your little ones with you. Thank you!
OPTIONAL: Please RSVP for this event by clicking here. This will ensure we have enough seats in our staff lounge to accommodate everyone.
ZWMS Transition Night
Shining Stars PTO Program
Stonegate students are having fun reading messages from moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles and other friends. Honor a student at Stonegate by filling out a Shining Star form and making a donation to the PTO in any dollar amount. Follow the link for more information and to access the printable form. Thank you for your support!
http://zcsstonegatepto.wixsite.com/main/formsPrincess and Me Dance
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showSignUp/10c0d4badaa2fa1fc1-princess/2211221
https://m.signupgenius.com/#!/showRSVPSignUp/10c0d4badaa2fa1fc1-theannual