Friday, February 16, 2018

STAAR Tutoring CAMP

STAAR tutoring camp will begin next Wednesday for STAAR Writing!! It will be from 4:30-5:30 in my classroom. If you received a letter from your student, please read and sign the letter and have your child return it as soon as possible.
Buses will be available, the school just needs to know.


Wednesday, January 31, 2018

Upcoming Projects!

Parents!

We have started our unit on Media Literacy. Students will learn about movies, advertisements, plays, documentaries, and news media. I know this will be a fun, engaging unit your student will be excited about!

Here are some upcoming projects your student should be working on:
The first project for Media Literacy is creating an iMovie Commercial.
Earlier this week, students worked in groups to create an advertisement for a "fake" product using different advertising techniques. Beginning today they will begin PRODUCTION to advertise their product in a commercial.
Students need to make sure and bring their iPads, fully charged, everyday to school.

We also have an ongoing group book project that will be due in a few months. Details for this are on Google Classroom. 
Things you should know as a parent for this project:

  • Students should have a fiction book that they are currently reading. I would encourage them to read at home. Discuss the book with them.
  • Any poster-boards that could be donated would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you for all your support!

Wednesday, January 10, 2018

Finals Next Week!!

It's been great being back and seeing all the kids! 


We do have a busy schedule ahead. We will have FINALS next week, Wednesday-Friday. Friday is an early release day because that is the end of the semester. Time is going fast!
Our ELAR final will mostly be a reflection on their work through the semester so they can see how they've grown as a writer and a reader.
After that, STAAR tutoring will start soon. Look for the upcoming STAAR testing dates.
If you ever have any questions or comments, please let me know!