Hi!
*In Math the students have been decomposing fractions using addition and multiplication (4/6
= 1/6 + 1/6 + 1/6 + 1/6 and 4/6 = 4 X 1/6), modeling fractions with a tape diagram (fraction bar)
and starting to find equivalent fractions using the tape diagrams. Next week we will continue
learning about equivalent fractions, comparing fractions, and adding and subtracting fractions.
*We have had a productive 3 days. As you know we did not do grammar packets, we will next
week even though it is a short week. We did several more things with nonfiction. The students
are really doing well with it. We also completed a Time For Kids about the inauguration. Those
are graded and in the grade book, 2 are in reading and one is in social studies. If there is no
grade they have not turned it in and it will become a 0 if not turned in.
*In Science the students received their study guides and will have their ecosystems quiz on
Wednesday. They have also been reading "How do animals respond to the environment?" and
answering questions in the packet and a review paper. Next week we will read "What Happens
When Ecosystems Change?" and have our quiz.
*In Social Studies we finished the Revolutionary War and are continuing to settle west.
*We are going to Playhouse Square on Tuesday, 2/7. (No school on Monday) All chaperones
should meet us at Ohio Theatre in Playhouse Square by 9:50am. The show starts at 10am. Your
child should dress appropriately.
*The students should decorate a Valentine's Day box or bag at home. They can bring it in Feb.
13th or 14th. A class list was sent home last week. If your child is going to pass out cards,
please make sure they have one for every student in their class.
*Conferences are scheduled from 4-8pm on Tuesday, Feb. 21. Conference slips were sent
home yesterday. Please return your form if a conference was requested.
*Save the date- MASCO Pancake Breakfast at RHS 8:30-10:30am 4th grade is taking donations
for "A Day at the Beach" basket. A list of possible donations was sent home on Wednesday.
*Operating Levy on the May 2 Ballot
http://www.painesvilletownship.k12.oh.us/protected/ArticleView.aspx?iid=50U23B&dasi=3U30
*New Schools: We want YOUR input
http://www.riversidelocalschools.com/protected/ArticleView.aspx?iid=50U0UI&dasi=3U30
*Hidden in Plain Sight
http://www.riversidelocalschools.com/protected/ArticleView.aspx?iid=5020G2&dasi=3U30
Upcoming Events
Feb. 6 No School- Teacher In-Service
Feb. 7 4th grade to Playhouse Square
Feb. 7 MASCO Meeting at 6:30pm
Feb. 9 Literacy Linemen at MAS
Please contact us with any questions or concerns.
Have a great weekend!
Adam Kalb and Stacy Sepelak