Hi Students and Parents,

Welcome to Mrs. Estrada's blog. This blog will help you keep up to date on homework, in-class work, and any school reminders. I will update this blog after school Monday through Friday. Please feel free to leave me a post if you have any questions, comments, or concerns. Don't forget to check orange folders and reading log every night!

~Mrs. Estrada
National Board Certified Teacher

Monday, December 19, 2011

Christmas Fun!!!

Hi! I found this website with holiday fun. Students can listen to stories, complete activities, and explore The North Pole!

Friday, December 16, 2011

Winter Break!

We had an awesome day today! We took all our test in the morning and then started the holiday festivities!!! We made a reindeer ornament, sang holiday songs, ate pizza, lots of treats, and watch our video for our winter assembly! The video is upload on the school website! Check us out!


Homework:
Your child has been learning a lot in class in preparation for the ISAT tests coming up at the end of February.  To help your child maintain what has been taught already over the 3-week break, we have compiled a homework packet that reinforces skills and strategies learned in class.
In addition your child is required to read and complete 2 book reports. It’s so important that your child READS, READS, and READS! I have placed two leveled books in a zip block bag. Every book is at your child’s level so they will be able to read the text. Please have your child complete the required reading and book reports by Monday, January 9th, 2012.

I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!!!!!!!! See you next year!


Thursday, December 15, 2011

Hi! The students did AWESOME in today's performance!!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you to all the parents/family who made it out and supported your child. They were so happy and excited to show you their new moves. ONE MORE DAY LEFT BEFORE BREAK!!!! YAY!

Homework:
Reading : 20 min of reading Cam Jansen Chapter 7-8 and question packet is due tomorrow

Math: pg 132 #1-20 we have our test tomorrow on subtraction!

Spelling: study words for test tomorrow

Friday Folder: please sign test and return these by tomorrow

Holiday Party: I will be purchasing pizza for the kids tomorrow. I am requesting that students bring in their drink of choice to have with the pizza. Also, if you would like to send treats you can, but please make sure there is enough for all 22 student

Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Wednesday 12/14/11

Hi! Today we worked on ISAT prep and tips for good test taking skills. We also had our last practice for our winter assembly tomorrow (scroll down for more information).

Homework:

Read: 20 min of Cam Jansen Chapter 6 pg 35-41 and questions

Phonics: pg 81-82

Math: Workbook pg 33-34

Spelling: Finish "You Pick Three"

Dress: Come dressed for the show!!!!!!

Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Winter Assembly on Thursday 12/15/11

Hi! Our class will be performing in the Winter Assembly this Thursday! There will be 2 shows 9:30am and a 1:00pm. We hope you can make it!!!!!!

Students need to wear: Jeans for bottoms (Jean or balck skirt with tights for girls is okay too) and top should be a nice Red OR Green shirt.

Tuesday 12/13/11

Hi! Today we worked on reading closely to details in Reading. We also worked on  subtracting across zeros.

Homework:
Read: 20 min log read Cam Jansen Chapter 4 and questions

Phonics: pg 77-80

Spelling: You Pick 3 (due Thursday)

Math: Workbook pg 32

Monday, December 12, 2011

Monday 12/12/11

Hi! Today we worked on regrouping and subtracting greater numbers. Also, this week in reading we are working on reading Cam Jansen Snowy Days. You child will have homework on this every night.

Homework:

Spelling: 4x each

Reading: 20 min log read Cam Jansen Chapter 2 and answer questions from packet

Math: Workbook pg 31

Friday, December 9, 2011

Weekend Homework

Hi! We have been working very hard on our Winter Assembly performance. We can't wait to show you all our moves. Please make sure your child has a red or green top and some nice jeans or jean skirt for the bottoms. We want the students to look like "elves" for the show!!!

Homework:

Math: Finish up worksheet on crossnumber puzzle and word problems

Vocabulary: Synonyms and Antonyms Worksheet

Friday Folder: Patty Potter's Pretties reading and math worksheet

Missing Homework Notes: Anthony, Indira, Oscar, Rochelle, Evanye, Leslie, Bianca, Alexander, Sammy, Cynthia, Richard, and Diego (WAY TOO MANY!!!!!!!!!)

Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Wednesday 12/4/11

Hi! Today we took the NWEA test for Math. I am happy to report most students increased their score from last time!!!! We will have the official scores to send home soon! We will take the Reading test next week on Monday.

Homework:
Spelling: finish You Pick 3

Reading: 20 min log

Math: Subtraction with regrouping pg 118 #14-36

Tuesday, December 6, 2011

Tuesday 12/5/11

Hi!

Today we worked very hard on putting together our Science boards!!!! Tomorrow we will be visiting the school Science Fair! Also, tomorrow we are having our NWEA test, we want our students to try their best and reach their target goal!!!!!

Spelling: You Pick 3

Reading: 20 min Log

Monday, December 5, 2011

Hi! What a busy day of trying to squeeze in all we do everyday and still make time to practice for our Winter Assembly. Parents please mark your calendars for December 15th we will be performing a Reindeer Jive at two different show times 9:30am and 1:00pm!!!!!

Homework:
Spelling: 4 times each

Reading: Read "The Talking Cloth" pg 190 and complete worksheet

Math: WB 29 Round to Greatest Place Value and Subtract

Science: Index Card Notes -record 3 animals that are Herbivore, 3 Carnivore, and 3 Omnivore after reading the Chapter 5 Lesson 1 that starts on pg 202-206