Current Happenings...
Math - Our math program is rigorous and presents new information often. You can stay up tp date by following along online. Search EngageNY Grade 5. We are currently in module 1. On 8/30/18 we are on lesson 7. Next week we have a mid-unit assessment on Tuesday and will complete lessons 9-11 Wed-Friday.
Reading! - We are reading a lot in class and studens are expected to be reading at home for at least 20 mins. a night. They can read books, they can also log onto EPIC! and use our class code, kkd7555, to read books for free!
Writing - We are working on planning and drafting our personal narratives.
Welcome!
Let's kick off our year!
Read, read, READ!!!
We will be working on our reading stamina, comprehension, fluency and more this year! One of my only at home requirements will be that students are reading as much as possible!
Want to read a novel? AWESOME!
Read a recipe to the family memeber cooking dinner? Yes, please!
Read the directions so you can beat your BFF at a game? Absolutely!
REMIND101
I use an app called Remind101 to communicate with families. If you have not already signed up, please text the phrase @ballgra to the number 81010 to be added to our class list. You can use this app to text me messages, questions, concerns, etc. I'll also use it to send out important information, photos, etc.
**SNACKS**
We will have long days! Please encourage your student to bring a healthy, filling snack or 2 each day. They may also bring a clear, plastic, refillable water bottle.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!
Birthdays celebrations are welcomed in our classroom! Students may bring treats to share on their birthdays or if you plan on bringing something in, please contact me so we can arrange for the best time to do so.
Art is back at Brantner!
Our art teacher, Ms. Campbell, has requested that each student bring in an old t-shirt that can be worn on messy project days to protect clothes. It will be stored in the art room.
If you need to get a hold of me - call or email and I'll respond ASAP!
sball@sd27j.net
720-685-5033