Monday, February 23, 2015

Week of February 23rd


Ride the Wave to Learning…

Reading- Students will learn about fables and determining the main idea and moral.

ELA- Students will learn about tall tale characteristics and begin to write their own tall tale.    

Math- Students will learn about decimals and comparing decimals to fractions.

Science- Students will continue learning about the reasons for the seasons and day and night. (Test on Planets, Seasons, and Day/Night Friday)

Social Studies
- We will begin discussing the branches of the government.
 
News from the Beach…
Feb. 27th – Boosterthon Fun Run at 9:35 am
March 2nd-6th – Read Across America Week
March 4th – Character Parade
 
 
Surfer of the Week
 

Dante is the surfer of the week. He has shown the life skill of effort by always trying his best on every assignment. Way to go Dante!
 
Upcoming Tests/Projects:
Tuesday:
Wednesday: Deadline to Memorize Preamble
Thursday:


Friday: Astronomy Test #1
Homework for the Week:
*Students need to memorize the Preamble. They must have it stated from memory by Wednesday February 25th.
*Students need to study their Astronomy notes. They will be tested on the planets, reason of seasons, and day/night.
*Study MAP study guide and get log signed.

*Boosterthon continues this week. Check out the website to help support the school.






Tuesday, February 3, 2015

Week of February 2nd


Ride the Wave to Learning…

Reading- We will continue our poetry unit. Students will learn about different types of poetry and finish their poetry notebook.

ELA- Students will learn the difference between tricky homophones. We will continue discussing Writing on Demand genre of writing.   

Math- Students learn how to multiply whole numbers and fractions.

Science- Students will begin learning about Astronomy. This week we will focus on the sun and planets. 
Social Studies
- We will begin discussing the establishment of the Articles of Confederation and the Constitution.

News from the Beach…

Feb. 3rd – PTA/Science Fair; 6:30pm in our school’s cafeteria

Feb. 4th- Technology Compliment Party

Feb. 6th – Ice Cream @ Lunch ($1.00)

Feb. 9th-13th – Jump Rope for Heart

Feb. 13th – 3rd 9-Weeks Interim Reports

Feb. 13th – Valentine’s Day Parties; 1:15-1:45 (Parents who are assisting can arrive at 1:00pm)

 

Surfer of the Week

 
Shelby Donatelli is the surfer of the week. She has shown the life skill of curiosity by asking interesting questions at the beginning of a new unit. Way to go Shelby!  





Upcoming Tests/Projects:

Tuesday:

Wednesday: Magnetism Brochure Due

Thursday:

Friday: Poetry Notebook Due; Math 4 Today Test

Homework for the Week:

Read 30 minutes for 100 Book Challenge every night.

*Students should memorize a poem for the Poetry Cafe’ day on February 10th from 9:00am-10:00am (See information sheet for more details)

*Math 4 Today Test on Friday

*Students should work on Magnetism Brochure



100 Book Challenge Goals


  Good: 242 steps


 Better: 440 steps




Tuesday, January 20, 2015

Week of January 20th


Ride the Wave to Learning…

Reading- We will continue our poetry unit. Students will learn about different types of poetry and work on their poetry notebook. Students will create original poems.

ELA- Students will finish creating their action plan posters.  They will begin presenting their posters. (Capitalization Test Wednesday)

Math- Students will learn how to add/subtract mixed numbers.

Science- Students will begin learning about magnetism. (Electricity Test Wednesday)

Social Studies
- We will continue discussing the major battles of the Revolutionary War. (Rev. War Battles Test Friday)
News from the Beach…
Jan. 19th – MLK Holiday (No School)
Jan. 20th – 2nd 9-Weeks Report Cards
Jan. 23rd – School Spirit Day (Wear an OES shirt)
Jan. 23rd – 2nd 9-Weeks Awards Day: 3rd & 4th @ 8:30am, 1st & 2nd @ 9:30am
Feb. 3rd – PTA/Science Fair; 6:30pm in our school’s cafeteria
 
Surfer of the Week
 

Timberlea Cooke is the surfer of the week. She has shown the life skill of friendship by being a friend to all classmates. Way to go Timberlea!
 
Upcoming Tests/Projects:
Tuesday:
Wednesday: Electricity Test; Capitalization Test
Thursday:


Friday: Key Battles of Revolutionary War Test; Math 4 Today Test
100 Book Challenge Goals
  Good: 220 steps
 Better: 400 steps





Monday, December 15, 2014

Week of December 15th


Ride the Wave to Learning…

Reading- Students will practice using their context clues to determine unfamiliar words in Christmas themed texts.

ELA- Students will begin writing their problem section and procedures section of their Action Plan.

Math- This week we’ll continue discussing comparing fractions and equivalent fractions.  

Science- Students will begin learning about electricity.

Social Studies- Students will continue learning about the Declaration of Independence. (Test on Declaration Friday)
 
News from the Beach…
Dec. 16th – PTA/4th Grade Christmas Program; 6:30pm
Dec. 18th – PTA Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night
Dec. 19th – Half Day for Students; Dismissal @ 11:00am; Christmas Party at 9:30-10:15am
*Reminder: Bring in $3 ASAP for Zaxby’s food during Christmas Party.
 
Surfer of the Week

Sandra is our surfer of the week. She has displayed the life skill of integrity. She is always acting according to what is right and wrong. Way to go Sandra!
Homework for the Week:
Read 30 minutes for 100 Book Challenge every night.
*Get papers signed
*Begin planning out your steps to complete your action plan. Review the Action Plan Rubric to make sure you complete every part.

*Study Declaration of Independence notes (Test Friday)
100 Book Challenge Goals
  Good: 187 steps
 Better: 340 steps



Monday, December 8, 2014

Week of December 8th


Ride the Wave to Learning…

Reading- Students will participate in a Socratic Seminar to present their opinions on loggers vs. environmentalists. In addition, students will be tested on Socrates Vocabulary words on Thursday.

ELA- Students will finish writing a letter to King George the Third as either a loyalist or patriot. In addition, they will begin writing their problem section of their Action Plan.

Math- This week we’ll continue discussing comparing fractions and equivalent fractions.  

Science- Students will continue learning about light and the properties of light. (Light Test Friday)

Social Studies- Students will begin learning about the importance of the Declaration of Independence. In addition, they will learn the main ideas included in the Declaration of Independence.
News from the Beach…
Dec. 16th – PTA/4th Grade Christmas Program; 6:30pm
Dec. 18th – PTA Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night
Dec. 19th – Half Day for Students; Dismissal @ 11:00am; Christmas Party at 9:30-10:15am
*Reminder: Bring in $3 ASAP for Zaxby’s food during Christmas Party.
 
Surfer of the Week
Elvin is our surfer of the week. He has displayed the life skill of problem solving. He is able to solve problems in effective ways. Way to go Elvin!
Homework for the Week:
Read 30 minutes for 100 Book Challenge every night.
*Begin planning out your steps to complete your action plan. Review the Action Plan Rubric to make sure you complete every part.
*Study Socrates Vocabulary Words (Test Thursday)  
*Study Light notes (Test Friday)
100 Book Challenge Goals
  Good: 176 steps
 Better: 320 steps

Monday, December 1, 2014

Week of December 1st



Ride the Wave to Learning…


Reading- This week students will learn about paraphrasing text and presenting their findings about Green Inventions. In addition, they will learn about the Socratic Method to participate in a Socratic Seminar to present their opinions on loggers vs. environmentalists.


ELA- Students will learn the rules for using commas in their writing. In addition, students will be writing a letter to King George the Third as either a loyalist or patriot.


Math- This week we’ll begin discussing how to represent fractions, compare fractions, and placement of fractions on a number line.


Science- Students will continue learning about light and the properties of light.


Social Studies- Students will continue learning about the events that led to the American Revolution. (Test on Road to the Revolution Friday)


News from the Beach…
Dec. 5th – Christmas picture orders are due


Dec. 6th – PTA Polar Express Pancake Breakfast; 7:30- 10:00 @ Applebee’s of Boiling Springs


Dec. 16th – PTA/4th Grade Christmas Program; 6:30pm


Dec. 18th – PTA Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night


Dec. 19th – Half Day for Students; Dismissal @ 11:00am; Christmas Party at 9:30-10:15am




Surfer of the Week


Cole is our surfer of the week. He has displayed the life skill of sense of humor. He is able to make others laugh without hurting others. Way to go Cole!


Homework for the Week:
Read 30 minutes for 100 Book Challenge every night.
*Begin thinking about your Action Plan. See Action Plan Promise/Ideas sheets. Signed Promise sheet due Friday.
*Make Socrates Vocabulary flashcards….Due Wednesday
*Study Road to Revolutionary War notes (Test Friday)


100 Book Challenge Goals
  Good: 165 steps
 Better: 300 steps

Monday, November 17, 2014

Week of November 17th


Ride the Wave to Learning…

Reading- This week we will be reading informational articles about the 3 R’s (Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle). Students will be reviewing text features. (Test on Text Features Thursday)

ELA- Students will learn the rules for using commas in their writing. In addition, students will be writing a letter to King George the Third as either a loyalist or patriot.

Math- This week we’ll continue practicing long division. (Test on Long Division Friday)

Science- Students will begin learning about light and the properties of light.

Social Studies
- Students will learn about slavery and indentured servants. (Test on Triangular Trade and Slavery Tuesday)  In addition, students will learn about the events that led to the American Revolution.
News from the Beach…
Nov. 19th – Thanksgiving Dinner in the Cafeteria
Nov. 20th – PTA Chick-Fil-A Spirit Night
Nov. 21st – OES School Spirit Day
Nov. 21st – End of PTA Attraction Coupon Book Fundraiser being
Nov. 24th – 2nd 9-Week’s Interim Reports
Nov. 26th thru 28th – Thanksgiving Break
 
Surfer of the Week

Amiah is our surfer of the week. She has displayed the life skill of flexibility. She is able to alter plans when necessary. Way to go Amiah!
Upcoming Tests/Projects:
Tuesday: Triangular Trade and Slavery Test
 
Thursday: Text Features Test
 

Friday: Division Test
Homework for the Week:
Read 30 minutes for 100 Book Challenge every night.
*Study Text Features notes in Reading notebook.
*Study Triangular Trade and Slavery notes.
*Complete the division practice sheet.

*Bring in landfill materials by Thursday.
100 Book Challenge Goals
  Good: 149 steps
 Better: 280 steps