Friday, December 20, 2013
Happy Holidays
Thank you for all the kind words and wonderful gifts this holiday season. Enjoy spending time with your children and preparing for the new year. Although the "kids" have homework over the break, I hope they remember to enjoy themselves. But of course also get their work done. Happy Holidays!!! Ms. Burroughs
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Important Dates
Wordly Wise Test Lesson 6:
Thursday, December 12th
Time For Kids Country Report Due Dates:
Wednesday, December 11th- 1st Draft Due
Monday, December 16th- 2nd Draft Due
Monday, January 6th, 2014- Final Draft Due
My Favorite Number Project:
Rough Draft Due Wednesday, December 18th
My Favorite Number Project Due:
Monday, January 6th, 2014
Topic 9 Math Test:
Friday, December 20th
Thursday, December 12th
Time For Kids Country Report Due Dates:
Wednesday, December 11th- 1st Draft Due
Monday, December 16th- 2nd Draft Due
Monday, January 6th, 2014- Final Draft Due
My Favorite Number Project:
Rough Draft Due Wednesday, December 18th
My Favorite Number Project Due:
Monday, January 6th, 2014
Topic 9 Math Test:
Friday, December 20th
Friday, November 15, 2013
Upcoming Dates
If you are planning to take a trip prior to the break, please alert me so that your child can take their test prior to leaving on vacation.
Test Dates:
Tuesday, November 19th: Division and Dividing Decimals Test
Wednesday, November 20th: Wordly Wise Lesson 4 Test
Friday, November 22nd: Chapter 5: The Water Cycle Science Test
Test Dates:
Tuesday, November 19th: Division and Dividing Decimals Test
Wednesday, November 20th: Wordly Wise Lesson 4 Test
Friday, November 22nd: Chapter 5: The Water Cycle Science Test
Monday, November 11, 2013
Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences
Tomorrow, Tuesday November 12th, marks the beginning of Fall conferences. Conference week officially begins Friday, November 15th and continues the following week, November 18th-November 22nd. Starting Friday, school will be dismissed at 1:00pm. If you do not remember your conference date and time please feel free to email me to confirm your date, email-TBurroughs@busd.net
I look forward to meeting with you and your child to discuss their academic success. Thanks.
I look forward to meeting with you and your child to discuss their academic success. Thanks.
Friday, October 11, 2013
Upcoming Tests
Tuesday, October 15th
Topic 2 Math Test: Adding and Subtracting Decimals, Adding and Subtracting Large Numbers
Wednesday, October 16th
Lesson 2 Wordly Wise Test
Friday, October 18th
Chapter 1 Cells Test
Topic 2 Math Test: Adding and Subtracting Decimals, Adding and Subtracting Large Numbers
Wednesday, October 16th
Lesson 2 Wordly Wise Test
Friday, October 18th
Chapter 1 Cells Test
Monday, October 7, 2013
Adding Decimals Steps
Monday, September 23, 2013
Chapter 2 Science Test
The first science test of the school year will be Friday, September 27th. The test will cover Chapter 2 which is all about plant systems. Students will be allowed to use their notebooks on the test but please ensure that your child also studies so that they are able to understand the questions on the test.
Monday, September 16, 2013
Back to School Night
9/19/2013 Thursday: Back to School Night and Book Fair 6pm-8pm. Classrooms will be open from 6:30pm-7:30pm.
Back to School Night is a wonderful opportunity to learn about 5th grade in Room 502. Also, it is a time to see a sample of the assignments completed by your child during the first few weeks of school. If your child went to Science Camp, this is your opportunity to pick up their Walden West souvenirs and/or their 4 C award. Also, you will be able to sign-up early for Winter Conferences.
I look forward to seeing you Thursday.
Back to School Night is a wonderful opportunity to learn about 5th grade in Room 502. Also, it is a time to see a sample of the assignments completed by your child during the first few weeks of school. If your child went to Science Camp, this is your opportunity to pick up their Walden West souvenirs and/or their 4 C award. Also, you will be able to sign-up early for Winter Conferences.
I look forward to seeing you Thursday.
Wednesday, September 11, 2013
Science Camp Return
If you are one of the parents who are transporting luggage back to school, please arrive here at Walden West by 11am.
The bus will return to school, Friday between 12:15pm and 12:30pm. Please be there to sign your child out and take them home. I know you have missed them and they have a lot of fun stories to tell you upon their arrival.
The bus will return to school, Friday between 12:15pm and 12:30pm. Please be there to sign your child out and take them home. I know you have missed them and they have a lot of fun stories to tell you upon their arrival.
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Welcome Back to School
Thank you students and parents for a wonderful start to the school year. I appreciate the enthusiasm of the students. Reminder: we are going to science camp the week of September 9th. The cost of the trip is $280. Please make all check payable to Northwood Elementary School. If you have any questions for me about Walden West please feel free to contact me.
Friday, August 23, 2013
Almost Time to Come Back
Hello Former 4th Graders!!!!
Monday you will start a new year at Northwood with either myself or Mrs. Kramer. I hope that you are excited and ready to go. Remember that you have a homework assignment that was given to you the last week of school that is due Monday. Hopefully, you remember what it was, if not look in your homework planner. If you still have your homework planner bring it with you to school Monday as well.
Also, our trip to Walden West is scheduled for September 9th. The cost for science camp is $280 per student. You can bring a check made out to Northwood the first day of school. Bring all payments to my classroom. I cannot wait to see you all on Monday. I hope you are rested but ready to get to work.
P.S. Good Luck to the Former 5th Graders as they start their middle school journey!!
Monday you will start a new year at Northwood with either myself or Mrs. Kramer. I hope that you are excited and ready to go. Remember that you have a homework assignment that was given to you the last week of school that is due Monday. Hopefully, you remember what it was, if not look in your homework planner. If you still have your homework planner bring it with you to school Monday as well.
Also, our trip to Walden West is scheduled for September 9th. The cost for science camp is $280 per student. You can bring a check made out to Northwood the first day of school. Bring all payments to my classroom. I cannot wait to see you all on Monday. I hope you are rested but ready to get to work.
P.S. Good Luck to the Former 5th Graders as they start their middle school journey!!
Monday, June 10, 2013
5th Grade Promotion and the last day of school
5th Grade Promotion begins promptly at 9:00 am. Please arrive early to school because the multipurpose fills up fast. 5th grade students should arrive at school in their nice outfit at 8:15 am. Right after the promotion, you are allowed to sign your child out in our classroom and go home or take a trip to Bounce A Rama.
4th graders come to school in common dress but if you would like to check your child out early you may starting at 10:30 am in the classroom.
I have enjoyed this year with your child and wish them all the best in the next school year. Thanks.
4th graders come to school in common dress but if you would like to check your child out early you may starting at 10:30 am in the classroom.
I have enjoyed this year with your child and wish them all the best in the next school year. Thanks.
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
States and Capitals, Science Fair, Historical Fiction Writing Assignment, and State/Mammal Report
May is going to be an extremely busy month for your child. Here are a few important due dates.
States and Capitals
4th graders are only going to be learning the location and spelling of the 50 states. 5th graders are responsible for all 50 capitals and states. Each Friday of this month, your child will take a test on the states and/capitals until the big 50 states test at the end of the month.
Science Fair
Science Fair Projects are due Monday, May 13th.
Historical Fiction Writing Assignment
Students will receive the assignment Friday of this week.
Due Tuesday, May 7th
State and Mammal Research Report
During class your child has been taking notes preparing for their research report. The first draft of the research report is due Tuesday, May 14th. The second/final draft is due Tuesday, May 28th.
States and Capitals
4th graders are only going to be learning the location and spelling of the 50 states. 5th graders are responsible for all 50 capitals and states. Each Friday of this month, your child will take a test on the states and/capitals until the big 50 states test at the end of the month.
Science Fair
Science Fair Projects are due Monday, May 13th.
Historical Fiction Writing Assignment
Students will receive the assignment Friday of this week.
Due Tuesday, May 7th
State and Mammal Research Report
During class your child has been taking notes preparing for their research report. The first draft of the research report is due Tuesday, May 14th. The second/final draft is due Tuesday, May 28th.
Monday, April 29, 2013
States and Capitals
We have started studying the states and capitals in our combination class.
Fourth graders are responsible for learning the names and locations of our 50 states.
Fifth graders are responsible for learning the names and locations of our 50 states and capitals.
The first test will be Friday, May 3rd and will cover the first eleven states.
Maryland
Maine
New Hampshire
Vermont
Massachusetts
New York
Connecticut
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
Delaware
Fourth graders are responsible for learning the names and locations of our 50 states.
Fifth graders are responsible for learning the names and locations of our 50 states and capitals.
The first test will be Friday, May 3rd and will cover the first eleven states.
Maryland
Maine
New Hampshire
Vermont
Massachusetts
New York
Connecticut
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Rhode Island
Delaware
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Progress Reports
You will be receiving progress reports Friday, April 26th. Please sign and return those progress reports as soon as possible.
California State Testing
State Testing begins next week. Please ensure that your child arrives on time everyday because we will be testing first thing in the morning. It is also important that your child eats a nutritious breakfast every morning to increase their focus on the test.
Testing schedule
May 1st and May 2nd: 5th grade Science Testing
May 6th and May 7th: 4th/5th grade ELA Testing
May 8th and May 9th: 4th/5th grade Math Testing
Testing schedule
May 1st and May 2nd: 5th grade Science Testing
May 6th and May 7th: 4th/5th grade ELA Testing
May 8th and May 9th: 4th/5th grade Math Testing
Thursday, March 21, 2013
4th Grade Science Camp Parent Meeting
Tuesday, March 26th, 2013
Room 501
7:00pm
A parent meeting will be held to discuss and answer any questions you might have about science camp. We will be discussing payment options and any parent centered fundraising ideas. Hope to see you there.
Room 501
7:00pm
A parent meeting will be held to discuss and answer any questions you might have about science camp. We will be discussing payment options and any parent centered fundraising ideas. Hope to see you there.
Monday, March 18, 2013
This weeks testing schedule
Math Test, Tuesday March 19th
4th: Topic 19 Test ( Congruence and Line of Symmetry)
5th: Topic 12 Test ( Multiplying and Dividing Fractions/Mixed Numbers)
4th: Topic 19 Test ( Congruence and Line of Symmetry)
5th: Topic 12 Test ( Multiplying and Dividing Fractions/Mixed Numbers)
Report Card Conferences
Today marks the beginning of conference week. Please remember to bring your child with you to the conference. If you did not receive notice to sign up for a conference, you will receive your child's report card in the mail. However, if you would like to sign up for a conference please feel free to email or call me to arrange a conference date and time.
Monday, March 4, 2013
Dr. Seuss Day and Winter Conferences
Thursday, March 7th is Dr. Seuss Day. We need one parent volunteer to assist the class from 8:30 am to 10:00 am. Please let me know as soon as possible if you are available to help.
Also, winter conferences are the week of March 18th -March 22nd. If you did not receive a conference notice, you will receive your child's report card in the mail during that week. But if you would like to schedule a conference please let me know.
Thanks so much!!!
Also, winter conferences are the week of March 18th -March 22nd. If you did not receive a conference notice, you will receive your child's report card in the mail during that week. But if you would like to schedule a conference please let me know.
Thanks so much!!!
Saturday, March 2, 2013
Field Trip Monday
Yes, we have enough chaperones!!!
Please make sure your child arrives at school by 7:55 am. We are leaving school at 8:00 am. Your child needs to wear comfortable walking shoes and pack a bag lunch. We should return to school between 3:15 pm - 3:30 pm. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Please make sure your child arrives at school by 7:55 am. We are leaving school at 8:00 am. Your child needs to wear comfortable walking shoes and pack a bag lunch. We should return to school between 3:15 pm - 3:30 pm. Enjoy the rest of your weekend.
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Field Trip
Attention Parents:
We have a field trip scheduled for Monday, March 4th to the Tech Museum. However, we only have two chaperones for the trip. In order for us to be able to take the fieldtrip, we need at least three more chaperones. If we are unable to find at least three more people to chaperone, we will not be able to take the fieldtrip. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
Also, Math Test tomorrow - 4th grade Topic 10 (adding/subtracting fractions) and 5th grade Topic 11 (adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers)
We have a field trip scheduled for Monday, March 4th to the Tech Museum. However, we only have two chaperones for the trip. In order for us to be able to take the fieldtrip, we need at least three more chaperones. If we are unable to find at least three more people to chaperone, we will not be able to take the fieldtrip. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
Also, Math Test tomorrow - 4th grade Topic 10 (adding/subtracting fractions) and 5th grade Topic 11 (adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers)
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Field Trips
Reminder: We have a field trip Friday, February 15th to the SAP Open Kids Day. Please make sure your child wears comfortable shoes, wears a jacket, and packs their lunch in a ziploc or paper bag.
Children must arrive at school by 7:00am in order to depart from school at 7:05 am. We will be back at school by 2:35pm.
Congrats to Cody Lejang for winning the essay contest; he will be participating in drills and other activities on the court during the event.
Upcoming Field Trip: Monday, March 4th- Tech Museum for Chemical Properties Lab and Electricity Lab
At least four chaperones are needed for that field trip.
Children must arrive at school by 7:00am in order to depart from school at 7:05 am. We will be back at school by 2:35pm.
Congrats to Cody Lejang for winning the essay contest; he will be participating in drills and other activities on the court during the event.
Upcoming Field Trip: Monday, March 4th- Tech Museum for Chemical Properties Lab and Electricity Lab
At least four chaperones are needed for that field trip.
Test Dates and Project Due Dates
Wordly Wise Lesson 11 Test: Wednesday, February 13th
Science: Chapter 9 Test: Thursday, February 14th
Social Studies: Mission and Colonies Project Due Tuesday, February 26th
Reminder for 4th grade parents: Your child needs to visit the mission that they are researching.
Science: Chapter 9 Test: Thursday, February 14th
Social Studies: Mission and Colonies Project Due Tuesday, February 26th
Reminder for 4th grade parents: Your child needs to visit the mission that they are researching.
Monday, February 4, 2013
Donations and Math Test
Math Test: Thursday, February 7th, 2013
4th grade: Topic 9 and 11 Test
5th grade: Topic 10 Test
Classroom Donations:
We are in desperate need of copy paper.
Other items we need
Tissue
Lined paper
Transparent Tape.
4th grade: Topic 9 and 11 Test
5th grade: Topic 10 Test
Classroom Donations:
We are in desperate need of copy paper.
Other items we need
Tissue
Lined paper
Transparent Tape.
Thursday, January 24, 2013
Friday, January 18, 2013
Happy New Year and What's Happening Now!!
Happy 2013!!!!
Thank you for all the wonderful gifts. I really appreciate all that I received. I hope your Winter Holiday and New Year was wonderful We are back to the swing of things here in Room 502. Here is some of what is coming up in the next few weeks.
Progress Reports will be passed out to students Wednesday 1/23/13. Please sign and return as soon as you receive the progress report.
Wordly Wise: Lesson 10 Test Thursday 1/24/13
Midterm Exam: Friday 2/1/13
Math: My Favorite Number Project
Rough Draft Worksheet due Tuesday 1/22/13
Completed My Favorite Number Poster due Tuesday 1/29/13
Science: Chapter 8 Test (TBD) Please check the blog soon to see the date of this test. We have fallen a little behind in this chapter so the test had to be postponed.
Thank you for all the wonderful gifts. I really appreciate all that I received. I hope your Winter Holiday and New Year was wonderful We are back to the swing of things here in Room 502. Here is some of what is coming up in the next few weeks.
Progress Reports will be passed out to students Wednesday 1/23/13. Please sign and return as soon as you receive the progress report.
Wordly Wise: Lesson 10 Test Thursday 1/24/13
Midterm Exam: Friday 2/1/13
Math: My Favorite Number Project
Rough Draft Worksheet due Tuesday 1/22/13
Completed My Favorite Number Poster due Tuesday 1/29/13
Science: Chapter 8 Test (TBD) Please check the blog soon to see the date of this test. We have fallen a little behind in this chapter so the test had to be postponed.
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