Author: mbarker

Ridgeview Elementary School

Reminders!

MATH
We are beginning Chapter 4 ...Subtraction with and without regrouping. Chapter 5 will consist of addition and subtraction using bar models to solve real world problems. Please continue to practice your fact fluency using xtramath on the computer to master addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts through 10
Students who complete this goal should do mobymax in place of xtra math.
READING
We are currently on Theme 4...focusing on synthesizing...Next we will move onto Theme 5 -The
reading strategy reinforced will be monitoring understanding... Checking to make sure we are understanding what we read by choosing different strategies to help us..
Students will also be assigned the October reading response menu. Students should be using the same book they are reading for the monthly book report.
Language
Writing-Report Form Students are continuing to learn the writing process.
Science
Magnetism and Electricity
We will be starting our unit on magnetism and electricity. Students enjoy the hands-on activities!

Mrs. Barker’s October Newsletter

Spelling
Continue to study words-Checkout spellingcity for fun ways to practice!
Grammar Spotlight-
Declarative, Interrogative, Imperative, and Exclamatory Sentences
Compound Sentences
Combining Sentences

AR-Students are encouraged to meet their AR goal this quarter. AR tests can be taken during our reading block. Students are working toward their goal with 85% accuracy in fiction and non-fiction along with their point goal. First quarter grading period ends October 16th.
Parent/Teacher Conferences Oct. 22nd and 23rd. Please be sure and sign up. These will be student-led conferences.
The Halloween Parade and Parties will take place Friday, Oct. 30th. Details to come!
Star of the Week
Jacob
Hevan
Alison
Ben
Siri

October Book Report

Just a reminder that the October book report is due Wednesday, October 21st. The form for this report has been explained and sent home with students this week. Students should choose a mystery chapter book at their level. If there are any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. Index cards will be provided for students to use for the project. Happy reading!!!