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January 31, 2020
Friday, January 31
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character Connections Word of the week: PATIENCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due TODAY1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
Students brought home their unit 3 test yesterday to share with a parent. The students who did not return the test today should do so Monday!
Online tests due 2/11/20 on all facts 0-10
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Information about upcoming 3rd grade math units
We will be skipping Unit 4 - Addition/subtraction and Place Value, with the exception of a few students who will work with myself or Mrs. Roberts to master those skills based on the pretest. Next, we will continue with Unit 6, Unit 7 and then back to Unit 5.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
Test was today!
Test Letter was due today (signed)!
Online tests due 2/24/20
Social Studies:
Students brought home the Michigan Journal packet to share with you.
Signed review was due yesterday!
Test coming home today!
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 30, 2020
Thursday, January 30
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character Connections Word of the week: PATIENCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due TOMORROW 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
Students brought home their unit 3 test today to share with a parent. The students who did not return the test today should do so tomorrow!
Signed Review was due Tuesday
Students brought home their unit 3 test today to share with a parent. The students who did not return the test today should do so tomorrow!
Signed Review was due Tuesday
Online tests due 2/11/20 on all facts 0-10
Compass Learning 10+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Information about upcoming 3rd grade math units
We will be skipping Unit 4 - Addition/subtraction and Place Value, with the exception of a few students who will work with myself or Mrs. Roberts to master those skills based on the pretest. Next, we will continue with Unit 6, Unit 7 and then back to
Unit 5.
We will be skipping Unit 4 - Addition/subtraction and Place Value, with the exception of a few students who will work with myself or Mrs. Roberts to master those skills based on the pretest. Next, we will continue with Unit 6, Unit 7 and then back to
Unit 5.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
Study 20 min for test
Test Friday 1-31-20 (Unit 4)
Test Friday 1-31-20 (Unit 4)
Test Letter due Friday (SIGNED)
Online tests due 2/24/20
Social Studies:
Students brought home the Michigan Journal packet to share with you.
Signed review was due today!
Test today
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 29, 2020
Wednesday, January 29
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character Connections Word of the week: PATIENCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
Students are bringing home their unit 3 test today to share with a parent. Please get a parent signature on the test and return it to class on Thursday.
Signed Review was due Tuesday
Students are bringing home their unit 3 test today to share with a parent. Please get a parent signature on the test and return it to class on Thursday.
Signed Review was due Tuesday
Online tests due 2/11/20 on all facts 0-10
Compass Learning 10+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Information about upcoming 3rd grade math units
We will be skipping Unit 4 - Addition/subtraction and Place Value, with the exception of a few students who will work with myself or Mrs. Roberts to master those skills based on the pretest. Next, we will continue with Unit 6, Unit 7 and then back to
Unit 5.
We will be skipping Unit 4 - Addition/subtraction and Place Value, with the exception of a few students who will work with myself or Mrs. Roberts to master those skills based on the pretest. Next, we will continue with Unit 6, Unit 7 and then back to
Unit 5.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
Study 10 min for test
Test Friday 1-31-20 (Unit 4)
Test Friday 1-31-20 (Unit 4)
Test Letter due Friday (SIGNED)
Online tests due 2/24/20
Social Studies:
Students brought home the Michigan Journal packet to share with you.
Signed review due Thursday
Test Thursday
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 28, 2020
Tuesday, January 28, 2020
GYM
SCHEDULE:
Starting
January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the
pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character
Connections Word of the week: PATIENCE
Please
initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of
what has been assigned!
The
blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your
child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the
year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items
when they appear!
Ask
your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If
so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill
each day!
Today's
Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE
HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes
things challenging for them!
***For
reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved
by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd
Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th
Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass
Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language
Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching.
We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions.
Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and
challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing:
Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home
on 1/13/20)
Word
Study:
Signed
Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember
– DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the
day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests
though.)
3rd
Grade Math:
Signed
Review was due Tuesday
We
took our Unit 3 Test today!
Online
tests due 2/11/20 on all facts 0-10
Compass
Learning 10+ minutes
Xtra
Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Information
about upcoming 3rd grade math units
We will be skipping Unit 4 - Addition/subtraction and Place Value, with the exception of a few students who will work with myself or Mrs. Roberts to master those skills based on the pretest. Next, we will continue with Unit 6, Unit 7 and then back to
Unit 5.
We will be skipping Unit 4 - Addition/subtraction and Place Value, with the exception of a few students who will work with myself or Mrs. Roberts to master those skills based on the pretest. Next, we will continue with Unit 6, Unit 7 and then back to
Unit 5.
Xtramath:
3
days per week minimum
Xtramath
Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to
enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on
Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on
the Xtramath flyer.
Parents
- If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code
on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous
multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where
they will start
4th
Grade Math:
We have completed all of the journal pages in Unit 4 except for the last problem on the last page of the review. We will take care of that problem tomorrow or Thursday!
HR 4-12
HR 4-12
Test
Friday 1-31-20 (Unit 4)
Test
Letter due Friday (SIGNED)
Online
tests due 2/24/20
Social
Studies:
Students
brought home the Michigan Journal packet to share with you.
Signed
review due Thursday
Test
Thursday
"Visitors
From Far Away":
opportunity
cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling
the fur trade
cause
and effect
French
and Indian War
pursuit
of happiness
Science:
We
are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily
Reminders:
*Bring
a chapter book.
*Bring
a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 27, 2020
Monday, January 27, 2020
Ask you child to share the mail with you today!
BCS NINTH ANNUAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2020 National Geographic GeoBee. The competition is open to all 4-8th graders. The first stage of the BCS competition will be held on Monday January 27th, during choice hour, with the top ten competing for first place on Feb 3rd. Competition rules, Study guides, and an online practice quiz can be found on the National Geographic website at:
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/student-experiences/geobee/study/.
There is also a GeoBee quiz app you can download to practice. The overall BCS winner will be eligible to try for the state and subsequent national competition with the possibility of winning cash prizes. Any interested student can register by sending an email to our parent coordinator Nicole Mays at nicolemays1@hotmail.com with the following information:
Student Name, Grade, Parent contact name and email address
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character Connections Word of the week: PATIENCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
Signed Review due Tuesday
Test on Tuesday
Online tests due 1/27/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
HR 4-11
Test Friday 1-31-20 (Unit 4)
Test Letter due Friday (SIGNED)
Online tests due 2/24/20
Social Studies:
Signed Review is coming home Monday (1/27/20)
Students are bringing home their Michigan Journal packet today to share with you.
Signed review due Thursday
Test Thursday
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
BCS NINTH ANNUAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2020 National Geographic GeoBee. The competition is open to all 4-8th graders. The first stage of the BCS competition will be held on Monday January 27th, during choice hour, with the top ten competing for first place on Feb 3rd. Competition rules, Study guides, and an online practice quiz can be found on the National Geographic website at:
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/student-experiences/geobee/study/.
There is also a GeoBee quiz app you can download to practice. The overall BCS winner will be eligible to try for the state and subsequent national competition with the possibility of winning cash prizes. Any interested student can register by sending an email to our parent coordinator Nicole Mays at nicolemays1@hotmail.com with the following information:
Student Name, Grade, Parent contact name and email address
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character Connections Word of the week: PATIENCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
Signed Review due Tuesday
Test on Tuesday
Online tests due 1/27/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
HR 4-11
Test Friday 1-31-20 (Unit 4)
Test Letter due Friday (SIGNED)
Online tests due 2/24/20
Social Studies:
Signed Review is coming home Monday (1/27/20)
Students are bringing home their Michigan Journal packet today to share with you.
Signed review due Thursday
Test Thursday
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 24, 2020
Friday, January 24th
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ORDER BOOKS IN JANUARY, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR ORDER BY FRIDAY at 8pm! 😄
BCS NINTH ANNUAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2020 National Geographic GeoBee. The competition is open to all 4-8th graders. The first stage of the BCS competition will be held on Monday January 27th, during choice hour, with the top ten competing for first place on Feb 3rd. Competition rules, Study guides, and an online practice quiz can be found on the National Geographic website at:
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/student-experiences/geobee/study/.
There is also a GeoBee quiz app you can download to practice. The overall BCS winner will be eligible to try for the state and subsequent national competition with the possibility of winning cash prizes. Any interested student can register by sending an email to our parent coordinator Nicole Mays at nicolemays1@hotmail.com with the following information:
Student Name, Grade, Parent contact name and email address
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
Review due Monday
Test on Tuesday
Online tests due 1/27/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
Journal pages 151-154
HR 4-10
If you did not do Prime and Composite lessons on Compass, do it by Monday!
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
***Today we got our test letter for Unit 4. This letter is due with a signature on Friday, January 31st. We will take our test that day as well!!!
Social Studies:
Your child should bring home a chapter 3 review. This review is due on January 30th and the test will be on Thursday, January 30th as well!
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
BCS NINTH ANNUAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2020 National Geographic GeoBee. The competition is open to all 4-8th graders. The first stage of the BCS competition will be held on Monday January 27th, during choice hour, with the top ten competing for first place on Feb 3rd. Competition rules, Study guides, and an online practice quiz can be found on the National Geographic website at:
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/student-experiences/geobee/study/.
There is also a GeoBee quiz app you can download to practice. The overall BCS winner will be eligible to try for the state and subsequent national competition with the possibility of winning cash prizes. Any interested student can register by sending an email to our parent coordinator Nicole Mays at nicolemays1@hotmail.com with the following information:
Student Name, Grade, Parent contact name and email address
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
Review due Monday
Test on Tuesday
Online tests due 1/27/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
Journal pages 151-154
HR 4-10
If you did not do Prime and Composite lessons on Compass, do it by Monday!
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
***Today we got our test letter for Unit 4. This letter is due with a signature on Friday, January 31st. We will take our test that day as well!!!
Social Studies:
Your child should bring home a chapter 3 review. This review is due on January 30th and the test will be on Thursday, January 30th as well!
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 23, 2020
Thursday, January 23
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ORDER BOOKS IN JANUARY, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR ORDER BY FRIDAY! 😄
BCS NINTH ANNUAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2020 National Geographic GeoBee. The competition is open to all 4-8th graders. The first stage of the BCS competition will be held on Monday January 27th, during choice hour, with the top ten competing for first place on Feb 3rd. Competition rules, Study guides, and an online practice quiz can be found on the National Geographic website at:
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/student-experiences/geobee/study/.
There is also a GeoBee quiz app you can download to practice. The overall BCS winner will be eligible to try for the state and subsequent national competition with the possibility of winning cash prizes. Any interested student can register by sending an email to our parent coordinator Nicole Mays at nicolemays1@hotmail.com with the following information:
Student Name, Grade, Parent contact name and email address
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
HR 3-13
Review due Monday
Test on Tuesday
Online tests due 1/24/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
HR 4-9
Today we spent our math class learning about Prime and Composite numbers. This is a very confusing topic and we will continue to practice!
If you did not do Prime and Composite lessons on Compass, do it by Monday!
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
Today or tomorrow your child will bring home a chapter 3 review. This review is due on January 30th and the test will be on Thursday, January 30th as well!
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
BCS NINTH ANNUAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2020 National Geographic GeoBee. The competition is open to all 4-8th graders. The first stage of the BCS competition will be held on Monday January 27th, during choice hour, with the top ten competing for first place on Feb 3rd. Competition rules, Study guides, and an online practice quiz can be found on the National Geographic website at:
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/student-experiences/geobee/study/.
There is also a GeoBee quiz app you can download to practice. The overall BCS winner will be eligible to try for the state and subsequent national competition with the possibility of winning cash prizes. Any interested student can register by sending an email to our parent coordinator Nicole Mays at nicolemays1@hotmail.com with the following information:
Student Name, Grade, Parent contact name and email address
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
HR 3-13
Review due Monday
Test on Tuesday
Online tests due 1/24/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
HR 4-9
Today we spent our math class learning about Prime and Composite numbers. This is a very confusing topic and we will continue to practice!
If you did not do Prime and Composite lessons on Compass, do it by Monday!
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
Today or tomorrow your child will bring home a chapter 3 review. This review is due on January 30th and the test will be on Thursday, January 30th as well!
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 22, 2020
JANUARY BOOK ORDERS ARE DUE FRIDAY!
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO ORDER BOOKS IN JANUARY, PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR ORDER BY FRIDAY! 😄
BCS NINTH ANNUAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2020 National Geographic GeoBee. The competition is open to all 4-8th graders. The first stage of the BCS competition will be held on Monday January 27th, during choice hour, with the top ten competing for first place on Feb 3rd. Competition rules, Study guides, and an online practice quiz can be found on the National Geographic website at:
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/student-experiences/geobee/study/.
There is also a GeoBee quiz app you can download to practice. The overall BCS winner will be eligible to try for the state and subsequent national competition with the possibility of winning cash prizes. Any interested student can register by sending an email to our parent coordinator Nicole Mays at nicolemays1@hotmail.com with the following information:
Student Name, Grade, Parent contact name and email address
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
HR 3-13
Online tests due 1/24/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
Today we spent our math class learning about Prime and Composite numbers. This is a very confusing topic and we will continue to practice!
Tonight's homework is on Compass. Have your child find the assignment I put in called Prime and Composite Numbers. He/she should complete this assignment tonight.
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
We are excited to explore the following as we continue our study of Michigan's
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 21, 2020
Tuesday, January 21
BCS NINTH ANNUAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2020 National Geographic GeoBee. The competition is open to all 4-8th graders. The first stage of the BCS competition will be held on Monday January 27th, during choice hour, with the top ten competing for first place on Feb 3rd. Competition rules, Study guides, and an online practice quiz can be found on the National Geographic website at:
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/student-experiences/geobee/study/.
There is also a GeoBee quiz app you can download to practice. The overall BCS winner will be eligible to try for the state and subsequent national competition with the possibility of winning cash prizes. Any interested student can register by sending an email to our parent coordinator Nicole Mays at nicolemays1@hotmail.com with the following information:
Student Name, Grade, Parent contact name and email address
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting January 21st: Frishman will be in the gym. Butzin will be in the pool. This schedule stays until after February break.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, February 4th (assigned 1/21/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
HR 3-12
Online tests due 1/24/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
HR 4-8
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
We are excited to explore the following as we continue our study of Michigan's
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 16, 2020
Thursday, January 16 and Friday, January 17
Enjoy the long weekend and extend small acts of kindness to those you meet! 😊
Destination Imagination Fund Raiser
In ourTown hall meeting Mrs. Roberts told our students about a fundraising drive that she and her Destination Imagination students are involved in for the Make A Wish Foundation. If your child would like to sign up for a 15 min session with a Therapy Dog, please click on a time slot in the following link:
Make a Wish Foundation Therapy Dog Sign-up:
BCS NINTH ANNUAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2020 National Geographic GeoBee. The competition is open to all 4-8th graders. The first stage of the BCS competition will be held on Monday January 27th, during choice hour, with the top ten competing for first place on Feb 3rd. Competition rules, Study guides, and an online practice quiz can be found on the National Geographic website at:
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/student-experiences/geobee/study/.
There is also a GeoBee quiz app you can download to practice. The overall BCS winner will be eligible to try for the state and subsequent national competition with the possibility of winning cash prizes. Any interested student can register by sending an email to our parent coordinator Nicole Mays at nicolemays1@hotmail.com with the following information:
Student Name, Grade, Parent contact name and email address
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting December 11th: Frishman will be in the pool. Butzin will be in the gym. This schedule stays until January 17th.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, January 21 (assigned 1/7/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
HR 3-11
Online tests due 1/24/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
In our current unit, we have completed journal pages 127-143 (and half of 144)
HR 4-7
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
We are excited to explore the following as we continue our study of Michigan's
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
Destination Imagination Fund Raiser
In ourTown hall meeting Mrs. Roberts told our students about a fundraising drive that she and her Destination Imagination students are involved in for the Make A Wish Foundation. If your child would like to sign up for a 15 min session with a Therapy Dog, please click on a time slot in the following link:
Make a Wish Foundation Therapy Dog Sign-up:
BCS NINTH ANNUAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2020 National Geographic GeoBee. The competition is open to all 4-8th graders. The first stage of the BCS competition will be held on Monday January 27th, during choice hour, with the top ten competing for first place on Feb 3rd. Competition rules, Study guides, and an online practice quiz can be found on the National Geographic website at:
https://www.nationalgeographic.org/education/student-experiences/geobee/study/.
There is also a GeoBee quiz app you can download to practice. The overall BCS winner will be eligible to try for the state and subsequent national competition with the possibility of winning cash prizes. Any interested student can register by sending an email to our parent coordinator Nicole Mays at nicolemays1@hotmail.com with the following information:
Student Name, Grade, Parent contact name and email address
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting December 11th: Frishman will be in the pool. Butzin will be in the gym. This schedule stays until January 17th.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on nonfiction reading and researching. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, January 21 (assigned 1/7/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
HR 3-11
Online tests due 1/24/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
In our current unit, we have completed journal pages 127-143 (and half of 144)
HR 4-7
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
We are excited to explore the following as we continue our study of Michigan's
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 15, 2020
Wednesday, January 15
We are investigating the properties of soil!
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting December 11th: Frishman will be in the pool. Butzin will be in the gym. This schedule stays until January 17th.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on our narrative writing in class. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, January 21 (assigned 1/7/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
Online tests due 1/24/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
In our current unit, we have completed journal pages 127-142
HR 4-6
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
We are excited to explore the following as we continue our study of Michigan's
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
BCS NINTH ANNUAL GEOGRAPHY BEE
Don't miss out on the opportunity to participate in the 2020
National Geographic GeoBee. The competition is open to all 4-8th graders.
The first stage of the BCS competition will be held on Monday
January 27th, during choice hour, with the top ten competing for first
place on Feb 3rd. Competition rules, Study guides, and an online practice
quiz can be found on the National Geographic website at:
There is also a GeoBee quiz app you can download to practice.
The overall BCS winner will be eligible to try for the state and subsequent
national competition with the possibility of winning cash prizes. Any
interested student can register by sending an email to our parent coordinator
Nicole Mays at nicolemays1@hotmail.com
with the following information:
Student Name, Grade, Parent contact name and email address
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting December 11th: Frishman will be in the pool. Butzin will be in the gym. This schedule stays until January 17th.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on our narrative writing in class. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, January 21 (assigned 1/7/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
Online tests due 1/24/20
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
In our current unit, we have completed journal pages 127-142
HR 4-6
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
We are excited to explore the following as we continue our study of Michigan's
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 14, 2020
Tuesday, January 14
We are investigating the properties of soil!
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting December 11th: Frishman will be in the pool. Butzin will be in the gym. This schedule stays until January 17th.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on our narrative writing in class. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, January 21 (assigned 1/7/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
HR3-10
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
HR 4-5
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
We are excited to explore the following as we continue our study of Michigan's
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting December 11th: Frishman will be in the pool. Butzin will be in the gym. This schedule stays until January 17th.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on our narrative writing in class. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, January 21 (assigned 1/7/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
HR3-10
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
HR 4-5
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
We are excited to explore the following as we continue our study of Michigan's
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are investigating Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
January 13, 2020
Monday, January 13, 2020
Today we met and learned from Battle of the Books author Angela Cervantes!
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting December 11th: Frishman will be in the pool. Butzin will be in the gym. This schedule stays until January 17th.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on our narrative writing in class. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, January 21 (assigned 1/7/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
We are excited to explore the following as we continue our study of Michigan's
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are enjoying our unit on Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
GYM SCHEDULE:
Starting December 11th: Frishman will be in the pool. Butzin will be in the gym. This schedule stays until January 17th.
Character Connections Word of the week: PERSEVERANCE
Please initial the planner each day at the bottom to show us that you are aware of what has been assigned!
The blue take home folder is in your child's binder! Please have your child share these with you. You will see papers in there throughout the year at random times. Please prompt your child to bring you those items when they appear!
Ask your child if he/she is leaving class a lot to get a drink of water! If so, please send your child with a WATER BOTTLE to keep here in class and refill each day!
Today's Homework:
PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD HAS PLENTY OF PENCILS INSIDE HIS/HER BINDER!!! Most students do not have pencils each day and this makes things challenging for them!
***For reading homework, your child is free to read anything as long as it is approved by you! This includes magazines, newspapers, chapter books, anything!
3rd Grade Reading: 20 or more minutes
4th Grade Reading: 30 or more minutes
Compass Learning: 20 minutes per week in Math or Reading
Language Arts: We are working hard on our narrative writing in class. We are also learning about "thick versus thin" questions. Finally, we are working on reading at our "just right" levels and challenging ourselves as readers.
Writing: Welcome Letter to New BCS student due 1/31/20 (direction letter was sent home on 1/13/20)
Word Study:
Signed Spelling Letter/Assignment Due Tuesday, January 21 (assigned 1/7/2020)
Remember – DO NOT click theTestMe options on spellingcity.org. Save that button for the day of your test. (You may complete the Spelling and Vocabulary Practice Tests though.)
3rd Grade Math:
Compass Learning 15+ minutes
Xtra Math-3+ rounds with Mr. C.
Xtramath:
3 days per week minimum
Xtramath Enrollment flyers were given out in class to those student still needing to enroll. Please let me know if you need another copy. We will focus on Multiplication using this site. Please ask a parent to follow the directions on the Xtramath flyer.
Parents - If your child used Xtramath in 2nd grade, please enroll them using the code on their letter so that they begin where they left off with previous multiplication practice. If they did not do multiplication yet, this is where they will start
4th Grade Math:
Online tests (#7) due 1/27/20
Social Studies:
We are excited to explore the following as we continue our study of Michigan's
"Visitors From Far Away":
opportunity cost
scarcity
explore
specialization
religion
controlling the fur trade
cause and effect
French and Indian War
pursuit of happiness
Science:
We are enjoying our unit on Rocks, Minerals and Landforms!
Daily Reminders:
*Bring a chapter book.
*Bring a water bottle and two healthy snacks every day.
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