Mrs. Wolpe's Classroom: Classroom News 10/4

Hello again!

In math we started adding and subtracting using regrouping. The students did pretty well with this concept! It seemed to be review but also a good refresher for our class.

We added new strategies to our Daily 5 wall and we introduced a new choice! We started doing Word Work this week using the computers. During Word Work, five students get onto the computer and practice the spelling words using Spelling City. They can do this from home if you go here. It's a great tool for kids who struggle with spelling or if they just want to bring up their scores.

We wrapped up our Maps unit in social studies with our final test today. Quiz your student on the continent and ocean names! They should also be very helpful with directions next time you take a family trip!

Our Star of the Week this week was Holly! We learned all about her trophies for horse riding and bmx racing! Keep an eye out for the bright pink flyer letting you know when it's your student's turn.

We had our annual Jog-a-Thon today! Whew, do our kids know how to do laps around that track! Thank you to those of you that already sent in your donations. Please have your students return their donations sometime next week! Students will get prizes for having all of their donation envelopes in on time.