Parents-
Strange to be able to have a plan for a full week and it looks like we’re going to make it. We’ve completed our Social Studies (WWII) and Science (Electricity and Magnetism) units. So, we’re starting up our next units now. In Science, we’re working on Cells and Microorganisms. Social Studies has us working on “Cold War to Present.” Due to the many changes in schedule, I’ve had to alter the units a little so we could fit everything in before the CRCT. I’m always a little amused to see our outline for the year and then see our testing calendar. Even though we’re not scheduled to complete everything by the time of the big tests, we’ll still be expected to show it. I’ve set it up so the kids will be shown all of the information before they’re tested.
If you’re looking for the new units, I’ve created them in a new spot. http://BrazileEducation.com . I have the subjects listed, so you just click on the subject and then the unit of study. When you’re ready to exit, click the “X” at the top of the unit.
The kids have been told to write the address in their agenda. If you don’t add the “e” to the end of my name, you’ll end up learning all about the educational system of Brazil. Interesting, but it won’t help you know what your kid is doing in class. Speaking of which, if they’re working on the projects at home – something’s up. We set time aside every day to research and work. If they have to complete a lot at home, they’re not using their time wisely at school.
In Math, we’re working mainly on division to try and get everyone at 100% all the time. I’ve used benchmark tests throughout the year to determine their math needs. I’m using another diagnostic test to narrow it down as we approach the end of the year. The main issues we’re hitting now is over-confidence and rushing through tests. Some still struggle with concepts, but if we can get them all to slow down we’ll see better results.
Found a great article in Scholastic magazine (http://www.scholastic.com/parents/resources/article/thinking-skills-learning-styles/6-life-skills-kids-need-future). It’s an easy, interesting read if you’re bored sometime.
A few reminders:
Writing Assessment March 5 (information goes home today)
Book Swap March 7 (information was emailed yesterday and hard copies go home today)
Art Show March 7 (information goes home today)
Middle School Visits March 27 (permission forms go home today)
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.
Shane Brazile
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