What a fun day we had exploring and learning all about the Sonoran Desert! The weather was great and not too hot. We were able to see a cactus wren in her nest, some gila woodpeckers pecking at a saguaro cactus.
The desert was really active and alive today. I did post some pictures of the centers students experienced.
Before we left, I was surprised with w beautiful basket of goodies. All of my favorites, chocolate chip cookies, chocolates, lovely fruits, wonderful gift cards and gifts. I am so blessed to work in such a loving, caring community. Thank you to everyone for participating in Teacher Appreciation Week! We appreciate all of you!
We spent the afternoon writing thank you notes to Desert Center. Students did their best printing and used the correct letter format and spelling so they wouldn't need to rewrite their thank you letter.
Student also finished up writing their rough drafts of their realistic fiction multi-paragraph story.
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
Monday, April 29, 2013
Monday
I think we have all recovered from a really fun Field Day. 2B won 3rd place in the K-2 category. We were all winners for participating in Field Day!
Today we are continuing discussing the parts of the mass in religion.
In language arts we reviewed long vowel sounds and patterns. We also worked on "ou" and "ow". We read about reading a recipe and following directions. Students also worked on their realistic fiction 3 paragraph story. Most have a rough draft, some almost have a rough draft.
In math we are working on counting, reading, and writing money amounts. Students will begin adding money later this week.
Don't forget tomorrow is the 2nd grade field trip to the Desert Center @Pinnacle Peak. Be sure to wear sunscreen and a hat and bring a water bottle with your name on it. It will be a great day.
Thank you for the beautiful thankful tree on my door this morning. Students wrote why the "love Mrs. Marshall". The sentiments were precious and memorable. I was also treated to a delicious lunch from Paradise Bakery. Thank you to Mrs. Cournand and Mrs. Carlson for all their hard work to make Teacher Appreciation Week great!
Today we are continuing discussing the parts of the mass in religion.
In language arts we reviewed long vowel sounds and patterns. We also worked on "ou" and "ow". We read about reading a recipe and following directions. Students also worked on their realistic fiction 3 paragraph story. Most have a rough draft, some almost have a rough draft.
In math we are working on counting, reading, and writing money amounts. Students will begin adding money later this week.
Don't forget tomorrow is the 2nd grade field trip to the Desert Center @Pinnacle Peak. Be sure to wear sunscreen and a hat and bring a water bottle with your name on it. It will be a great day.
Thank you for the beautiful thankful tree on my door this morning. Students wrote why the "love Mrs. Marshall". The sentiments were precious and memorable. I was also treated to a delicious lunch from Paradise Bakery. Thank you to Mrs. Cournand and Mrs. Carlson for all their hard work to make Teacher Appreciation Week great!
Friday, April 26, 2013
Thursday, April 25, 2013
Thursday
Students finished building their towers in science. They are posted above this blog. They also described how they built their towers and I recorded them on the ipad. They really liked the project.
In reading students reviewed homophones and words with silent letters. They also completed a fluency check. They began working on a realistic fiction story by creating a graphic organizer with beginning, middle, and last.
In math we did begin money.
Don't forget those water bottles for field day!
Happy Thursday!
In reading students reviewed homophones and words with silent letters. They also completed a fluency check. They began working on a realistic fiction story by creating a graphic organizer with beginning, middle, and last.
In math we did begin money.
Don't forget those water bottles for field day!
Happy Thursday!
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
Wednesday
Today Fr. Pat said mass and it was such fun to share the Eucharist with him. The students really enjoy when he visits.
In math students were so great at 5's and 10's in multiplication and division that we were able to finish up the unit on division with remainders a few days early. They caught on so well. Tomorrow starts a new unit on money. Remember that students should be doing IXL nightly.
In reading students worked on story sequencing with first, next, and last. They also worked in phonics writing works with silent letters like gn, kn, mb, and wr. We are also practicing reading faster with less errors to improve oral reading fluency.
Students were able to use the ipads in centers today. They are so good at using these and they are learning so much.
We are continuing to work on possessive pronouns. This is taking a little longer and they are getting more practice.
In science students are working with partners to create and build a tower using a limited amount of solids. They are not able to use tape or glue. I saw some great ideas and great minds thinking and problem solving.
Don't forget to pick out a book and start reading it for Book Talks that are due on May, 10.
In math students were so great at 5's and 10's in multiplication and division that we were able to finish up the unit on division with remainders a few days early. They caught on so well. Tomorrow starts a new unit on money. Remember that students should be doing IXL nightly.
In reading students worked on story sequencing with first, next, and last. They also worked in phonics writing works with silent letters like gn, kn, mb, and wr. We are also practicing reading faster with less errors to improve oral reading fluency.
Students were able to use the ipads in centers today. They are so good at using these and they are learning so much.
We are continuing to work on possessive pronouns. This is taking a little longer and they are getting more practice.
In science students are working with partners to create and build a tower using a limited amount of solids. They are not able to use tape or glue. I saw some great ideas and great minds thinking and problem solving.
Don't forget to pick out a book and start reading it for Book Talks that are due on May, 10.
Tuesday, April 23, 2013
Tuesday
Today in religion we discussed how to prepare the altar and what the names of the different objects are.
In reading we are starting a new story called, "the Ugly Vegetables". We started this early since Field Day is Friday and our field trip is next Tuesday. Students also completed the weekly assessments, Close test, spelling and dictation tests.
We were also able to complete a science activity sorting different solids by property. Students did an excellent describing the property used to sort with.
Don't forget field trip permission slips and $9.50 are due on Friday.
In reading we are starting a new story called, "the Ugly Vegetables". We started this early since Field Day is Friday and our field trip is next Tuesday. Students also completed the weekly assessments, Close test, spelling and dictation tests.
We were also able to complete a science activity sorting different solids by property. Students did an excellent describing the property used to sort with.
Don't forget field trip permission slips and $9.50 are due on Friday.
Monday, April 22, 2013
Monday
Today we are reviewing the parts of the Mass during religion.
In spelling we are working on how apostrophes are used. We also reviewed the different ways to spell the long a sound. Students also reviewed synonyms and homophones.
We started a new unit in science on matter. We are learning about solids and its properties. Students worked with different items and described different characteristics.
In math students learned about remainders in division.
The Book Talks are due on May 10.
Field trip permission slips and money are due this Friday, May 26. Same day as Field Day.
In spelling we are working on how apostrophes are used. We also reviewed the different ways to spell the long a sound. Students also reviewed synonyms and homophones.
We started a new unit in science on matter. We are learning about solids and its properties. Students worked with different items and described different characteristics.
In math students learned about remainders in division.
The Book Talks are due on May 10.
Field trip permission slips and money are due this Friday, May 26. Same day as Field Day.
FIELD DAY Info.
FIELD DAY is Friday April 26th!
FIELD DAY FACTS:
- HSA presents our 10th annual Field Day Friday April 26th. Field Day is an all day outdoor event where classes compete as teams in fun games and relays all over the campus. We will conclude the games with lunch and an awards ceremony before courtyard prayer.
· Students need to wear their Tie-dyed Team shirts
· All K-3 students will be allowed to wear athletic shorts to school that day. Soffes (tight shorts) are NOT permitted.
· Students in 4-8 grades MUST wear their P.E. shorts to school.
· Sneakers, hats, sunglasses and Wear SUNSCREEN!!! It will be hot and sunny!
· Students need to bring a cold water bottle! Water stations will be set up throughout the campus
- School Schedule is the same, and students report to classrooms like a normal school day
- Courtyard Opening Prayer 8:30 AM
- Games 8:50 AM – 12:10 p.m. (Stations rotate every 10 minutes)
- 10:00 a.m. scheduled snack: Goldfish
- 11:30 – 12:30 p.m. Lunch: Grilled Burgers, Hot Dogs, chips, grapes and Gatorade in Ramada--if you are concerned with allergies, pack a lunch in case.
- Dessert: Popsicles
- 1:05 p.m. Courtyard Prayer and Awards Ceremony
- 1:20-1:40 p.m. Normal Dismissal times
- Parents are welcome to join in on the fun too, but must register (see below) and be Safe Environment compliant for the 2012-2013 school year! If you want to help, we have added a few more volunteer slots, click on sign up genius link below! Volunteers are still needed for:
- 7 AM set up of games: meet by PE office
- Water Station and Station helper
- VOLUNTEERS: please wear your HOPE Green tie-dyed t-shirts or anything green on Field Day.
- http://www.signupgenius.com/
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Thursday, April 18, 2013
Thursday
What a whirlwind day! We had a lot of specials today, so the day went really fast!
In religion we are learning about the mass.
In math students learned to multiply and divide by 5 and 10.
They also took the math quiz on multiplying and dividing by 4.
In reading students are learning to find the main idea and details in a story. They also practiced the schwa a sound.
Students went to music rehearsal, then they went to music. This was followed by PE in the afternoon.
We did manage to get in some classroom learning, luckily.
Don't forget the Spring Concert and Art Walk is tomorrow night. If your child is not coming, please let me know. Thank you
In religion we are learning about the mass.
In math students learned to multiply and divide by 5 and 10.
They also took the math quiz on multiplying and dividing by 4.
In reading students are learning to find the main idea and details in a story. They also practiced the schwa a sound.
Students went to music rehearsal, then they went to music. This was followed by PE in the afternoon.
We did manage to get in some classroom learning, luckily.
Don't forget the Spring Concert and Art Walk is tomorrow night. If your child is not coming, please let me know. Thank you
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Wednesday
Mass today with Bishop Olmsted was wonderful. We all enjoyed it so much.
Our class also tie-dyed their shirts in record time and they are beautiful. Students should have them in their backpacks. Our colors are beautiful shades of pink.
It was also our ipad day. Students explored different educational apps and with partners they wrote stories using Toontastics.
In math students learned about dividing by 4.
Don't forget Friday is the Spring Concert and Art Walk. If your child is not attending, please let me know.
Our class also tie-dyed their shirts in record time and they are beautiful. Students should have them in their backpacks. Our colors are beautiful shades of pink.
It was also our ipad day. Students explored different educational apps and with partners they wrote stories using Toontastics.
In math students learned about dividing by 4.
Don't forget Friday is the Spring Concert and Art Walk. If your child is not attending, please let me know.
Art Walk and Spring Concert Reminder
Don't forget that the Spring Concert and Art Walk are this Friday, April 19. The Art Walk is from 5:30-6:30 and the Spring Concert starts promptly at 6:30. Can't wait to see everyone!
Friday, April 12, 2013
Friday
Great news!! Primary used the ipads for the first time yesterday! Our class was the first to explore apps that were put on.They worked in small groups learning a new app, then they showed the rest of the class how to use it. Today they worked in partners learning how to use new apps.
Students also worked on their plays. Most are done. I hope to record them with the ipad and put them in the student project folder. They also reviewed homophones and learned about how to do an interview.
In math students took a quiz on subtraction using mental math or any other strategy they know.
Don't forget to bring in a white t-shirt by Wednesday, tye-die day.
Students also worked on their plays. Most are done. I hope to record them with the ipad and put them in the student project folder. They also reviewed homophones and learned about how to do an interview.
In math students took a quiz on subtraction using mental math or any other strategy they know.
Don't forget to bring in a white t-shirt by Wednesday, tye-die day.
Tuesday, April 9, 2013
Tuesday
Today we experienced a wonderful retreat. It started with a visit to Canaan in the Desert.
Then after lunch students experienced 4 centers. They made Resurrection Rolls, discussed the Liturgy of the Light, learned about Baptism, and reflected on how they can follow in the Footsteps of Jesus.
Thank you to Mrs. Schipansky and Mrs. Isaac for planning and organizing the retreat.
Thank you to all the parents who gave up their time to help make our retreat a success, we really appreciate all the hard work.
Don't forget to send in your t-shirts.
Then after lunch students experienced 4 centers. They made Resurrection Rolls, discussed the Liturgy of the Light, learned about Baptism, and reflected on how they can follow in the Footsteps of Jesus.
Thank you to Mrs. Schipansky and Mrs. Isaac for planning and organizing the retreat.
Thank you to all the parents who gave up their time to help make our retreat a success, we really appreciate all the hard work.
Don't forget to send in your t-shirts.
Monday, April 8, 2013
Monday
Happy Monday! It's good to be back.
Today we were able to see the relics of many saints, including a piece of Mary's veil, a piece of Jesus" manger, and a piece of His cross. It is worth coming to St. Bernadette tonight at 7:00 to see the exhibit.
In addition we talked about the season of Easter and how it is 50 days long and ends with Pentecost Sunday.
In reading we began a new story which is a play. We are also working on the /oi/ sound. There is no spelling test this week.
In math students are practicing subtraction using mental math. We are also playing Around the World flashcard game using multiplication facts to 4, subtraction and addition facts.
Students need to bring in a white t-shirt to tie-dye next week. Make sure to label it with your child's name and class. Then put it in a labeled ziploc bag.
Tomorrow is the 2nd grade retreat. A reminder email was sent out this morning with the details.
Today we were able to see the relics of many saints, including a piece of Mary's veil, a piece of Jesus" manger, and a piece of His cross. It is worth coming to St. Bernadette tonight at 7:00 to see the exhibit.
In addition we talked about the season of Easter and how it is 50 days long and ends with Pentecost Sunday.
In reading we began a new story which is a play. We are also working on the /oi/ sound. There is no spelling test this week.
In math students are practicing subtraction using mental math. We are also playing Around the World flashcard game using multiplication facts to 4, subtraction and addition facts.
Students need to bring in a white t-shirt to tie-dye next week. Make sure to label it with your child's name and class. Then put it in a labeled ziploc bag.
Tomorrow is the 2nd grade retreat. A reminder email was sent out this morning with the details.
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