Mrs. Chang's 5th Grade Class: 2014

Monday, December 15, 2014

Mrs. Chang’s 5th Grade: Newsletter Dec. 15-19

Mrs. Chang’s 5^th Grade: Newsletter Dec. 15-19

Family Wish List: Thank you to the families who have contributed and have expressed an interest in sharing a gift to bless a family for Christmas. Continue to pray for our class family. I continue to add names to our class list in our room. Please bring gifts in by Friday for our Christmas party.

Homework daily:
20 minutes: Read chapter book and record in log (due first Tuesday of each month)
10 minutes: Math Lesson Problem Set (See schedule below)
10 minutes: Worldly Wise Lesson—review definitions and work on sections
5 minutes: Spelling Activity Worksheet and write the words in cursive to prepare for the test
5 minutes: Write the Bible memory verse in cursive (see below) to help for testing—due Friday

Additional Notes/Reminders for that day:
Monday          ML61 (odds);             Review math answers for Math Test 10 (of lessons 51-55)
Tuesday         ML62 (evens);           Spelling 14, cursive thrice, and test tomorrow; Worldly Wise 8A-C
Wednesday    ML63 (odds);            Begin Spelling 15

Thursday       ML64 (evens);          Bible Memory Verse Practice cursive (four times) and test Friday
Friday             ML65 (odds);
Next Wednesday                 Spelling 15 and cursive (thrice); Worldly Wise 8D-E
Next Month                      December Reading Calendar due January 9th

What we are learning…
Chapel/Bible Our skits were such a success! What a blessing to be able to share our love and need for Christ through drama! They truly worked so hard and showed their skill and maturity through it all!
Reading The Tales of Despereaux is continued to be read in class. A short comprehension quiz over the chapter(s) read is (are) given daily. The reading log will not be due until next month so keep reading!
Geography/Writing Project Everyone has been doing a great job! We will continue writing the essay (rough draft). Keep referring to your textbook and checklist for answering the questions. Passport is for a grade, so study well!
Science We will have the chapter test this week on “Matter.”

Dates worth marking on our calendars…
December 9 ~ Skit performance by our beloved 5^th grade students from 8:00 to 8:45 am

December 16 ~ PTF Meeting 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

December 18 ~ CCA Christmas Music Program 7:00 p.m, January Lunch orders due

December 19 ~ Spirit Day (Christmas Ornament)

January 5 ~ School resumes

Sincerely,

Ms. Chang

mchang@foundationcampus.org

http://changfutureleaders.blogspot.com/

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Mrs. Chang’s 5th Grade: Newsletter Dec. 8-12

Mrs. Chang’s 5^th Grade: Newsletter Dec. 8-12

Family Wish List: If you would like to bless a family for Christmas please prayerfully consider. The details of who are contributing are on the back.

Box Tops: Thank you for turning in your box tops! The second grade class donated more than 2000! Wow!

Thursday      ML59 (evens);        Bible Memory Verse Practice cursive (four times) and test Friday
Friday          ML60 (odds);
Next Wednesday                 Spelling 14 and cursive (thrice); Worldly Wise 8A-C
Next Month                      December Reading Calendar due January 9th

What we are learning…
Chapel/Bible Please come and watch our wonderful skits for tomorrow about the meaning of Christmas.
Reading As we read with audiobook each chapter a day from The Tales of Despereaux, we also try to find literary devices and techniques used by the author. The students are able to recognize different types of figures of speech like similes, metaphors, idioms, and personification.
Geography/Writing Project Everyone has been doing a great job! This week we are working on the physical map both rough (today) and final (tomorrow) drafts. We will begin to write the essay (rough draft), which will also be due daily this week a few questions at a time. Keep referring to your textbook and checklist (that reflects the rubric). It is a handy resource to use to make your imaginative, yet, realistic world.

Dates worth marking on our calendars…
December 9 ~ Skit performance by our beloved 5^th grade students from 8:00 to 8:45 am

December 16 ~ PTF Meeting 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

December 18 ~ CCA Christmas Music Program 7:00 p.m

Dates Bible Memory Verse ...

Psalm 12:1-2 (ESV):

Save, O Lord, for the godly one is gone; for the faithful have vanished from among the children of man. Everyone utters lies to his neighbor; with flattering lips and a double heart they speak.

Sincerely,

Ms. Chang

mchang@foundationcampus.org

http://changfutureleaders.blogspot.com/

Mrs. Chang’s 5th Grade: Newsletter Dec. 1-5

Family Wish List: Another holiday is around the corner—Christmas. Our family consists of a mother with a 6-month old son, living on a fixed income and father offers no support. If you would like to bless a family for Christmas please prayerfully consider. More details of what we can contribute are to come.

Homework daily:
20 minutes: Read chapter book and record in log (due first Tuesday of each month)
10 minutes: Math Lesson Problem Set (See schedule below)
10 minutes: Worldly Wise Lesson—review definitions and work on sections
5 minutes: Spelling Activity Worksheet and write the words in cursive to prepare for the test
5 minutes: Write the Bible memory verse in cursive (see below) to help for testing—due Friday

Additional Notes/Reminders for that day:
Monday        ML51 (odds);          Review math answers for Math Test 8 (of lessons 36-40); Reading log
Tuesday        ML52 (evens);         Spelling 12, cursive once, and test tomorrow; Worldly Wise 7A-C
Wednesday ML53 (odds);          Begin Spelling 13
Thursday      ML54 (evens);        Bible Memory Verse Practice cursive (four times) and test Friday
Friday          ML55 (odds);
Next Wednesday                 Spelling 13 and cursive (thrice); Worldly Wise 7D-E
Next Month                      December Reading Calendar due January 9th

What we are learning…
Worldly Wise will be due each Wednesday. Sections A-C will be due this week and D-E the following.

November Reading Calendar is due tomorrow. I hope that you have been reading for your benefit. Mark Twain claimed, “A person who won’t read has no advantage over one who can’t read. “ So, read, read, read anything and everything that you love and in order to increase your level of vocabulary and understanding.
Geography/Writing Project The rough draft will be worked on, reviewed, edited, and finalized for presentation one step-at-a-time!

Dates worth marking on our calendars…
December 1-5~ Box top Competition begins and ends

December 3 ~ Candy Gram Sale ($1 each) in the office

December 5 ~ Wizard of Oz showing in Chapel at 6 p.m.

Bible Memory Verse...
Ephesians 2:8-9 (ESV): For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.

Sincerely,

Ms. Chang

mchang@foundationcampus.org

http://changfutureleaders.blogspot.com/

Monday, November 24, 2014

Newsletter Nov. 24-26

Operation Christmas Child: Thank you for bringing in your shoe box. What a way to share God’s love!

Passport: The time has come, once again! Passport is this Wednesday due to the holidays. I hope you have been studying since it also counts as a geography test for the subject of Old History!

Thanksgiving: Have a great holiday with your family! You are a joy and such a gift! May your quality (and not so much quantity) time shared together be memorable and relaxing. The holiday kicks off on Wednesday at 12p.m.—a half day. See your eager minds and bright smiles on Monday!

Class Auction Item: Our class contribution is a basket of kitchen tools/utensils. To see and pick an item to contribute, please go to http://changfutureleaders.blogspot.com/ in “Handouts and More” for details.

Bible Memory Verse written four times in cursive and test Friday

What we are learning…
Bible The skits were great! Reviewing the previous first three lessons helps us to reflect on His Word.
Math As we are making great advancements in the textbook, be sure to use your textbook examples for how to do the work and review the answers to the Math Lesson Problem Sets that we write down in class.
History and Writing Continue to research using the history textbook, internet, library, and don’t forget your imagination in making your realistic country, maps, flag, people and expository essay explaining these.
Worldly Wise will be due each Wednesday. Sections A-C for the first week and D-E for the following.

Dates worth marking on our calendars…
November 25 ~ Passport Testing

November 26 ~ 1/2 day Schedule-Dismissal at 12:00pm

November 27-28 ~ Thanksgiving Break- (NO SCHOOL)

Bible Memory Verse...

Ephesians 2:8-9 (ESV): For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast.

Sunday, November 16, 2014

Newsletter for Nov. 17-21

Operation Christmas Child: This Wednesday is the final day to turn in our shoeboxes. We have two boxes to send out so far.

Stewardship Hours: Joining class field trips, or helping with our booth at the carnival. Need more time? Come and volunteer your time in class!

Homework daily:
20 minutes: Read chapter book and record in log (due Tuesday of the next month)
10 minutes: Math Lesson Problem Set (See schedule below)
10 minutes: Worldly Wise Lesson—review definitions and complete a section each day (A-E)
5 minutes: Spelling Activity Worksheet and write the words in cursive (three times)
5 minutes: In cursive, daily write the Bible memory verse (see below) to help for testing—due Friday

Additional Notes/Reminders for that day:
Monday        ML43 (odds);           Review math answers for Math Test 7 (of lessons 31-35)
Tuesday        ML44 (evens);         Spelling 10 worksheet, cursive, and test tomorrow
*Wednesday ML45 (odds);          Begin Spelling 11
*Thursday    ML46 (evens);         Bible Memory Verse written four times in cursive and test tomorrow
*Friday         ML47 (odds)
Next Wednesday                 Spelling 11 worksheet, and cursive; Worldly Wise Test 6
Next Month                      November Reading Calendar due the first Tuesday of December

What we are learning…
Bible CONTINUE…to make sure to write the verse each day in cursive, which will be collected on Friday.
Math Study ahead for the test by reviewing the answers for each lesson taken down as notes in class.
Science We are going strong on learning about “Matter" (properties, changes, volume, etc.).
History and Writing Research using the textbook of past peoples, internet, library, and don’t forget your imagination in making your realistic country, maps, flag, people and expository essay explaining these.

Dates worth marking on our calendars…
November 17-21 ~ Book FairNovember 18 ~ PTF Meeting 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
*November 19th-21st ~ Parent Teacher Conferences--Dismissal at 12:00pm (1/2 day schedule)

November 21st ~ orders due on or before Friday

Bible Memory Verse...
1 John 1:8 (ESV) - If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.

Monday, November 10, 2014

News and Homework for Nov.10

Operation Christmas Child and World Vision: We are still collecting shoe boxes to spread the gift of love and, also, the gospel of Jesus. Thank you for your continued support for our two children through World Vision. Each Chapel day (Tuesday), we offer our donations.

Homework for each day:
20 minutes: Read chapter book and record in log (due Tuesday of the next month)
10 minutes: Math Lesson Problem Set (See schedule below)
10 minutes: Worldly Wise Lesson—review definitions and complete a section each day (A-E)
5 minutes: Spelling Activity 8 Worksheet and write the words in cursive (three times)
5 minutes: Write the Bible memory verse (see below) once daily to help memorize for test—due Friday

Additional Schedule/Reminders for that day:
Monday          ML39 (odds);            November Reading Calendar due next month on the first Tuesday
Tuesday         No School; Review Math Answers; Worldly Wise Test 5, Spelling 9 worksheet, cursive, and
                      test tomorrow; Study for Math Test 6 (of lessons 26-30)
Wednesday    ML40 (odds); Math Test 6; Begin Worldly Wise 6
Thursday       ML41 (evens); Bible Memory Verse written four times in cursive and test due tomorrow
Friday             ML42 (odds)
Next Week   Math Test 7 (of lessons 31-35) next Tuesday; Spelling 10 worksheet, and cursive

What we are learning…
Bible CONTINUE…to make sure to write the verse each day in cursive, which will be collected on Friday.
Math Study ahead by reviewing the answers for each lesson taken down as notes.
Science We are beginning a new chapter on “Matter.”
History We are creating a new country, with its own landscape, cities, people and culture. Research using the textbook of past peoples, internet, library, and don’t forget your imaginations.
Reading We are now getting into a new class novel—yay! The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo.

Dates worth marking on our calendars…
November 11 ~ Veteran's Day (NO SCHOOL)
November 13 ~ Spirit Day—School Spirit (School Colors)
November 17-21 ~ Book Fair
November 18 ~ PTF Meeting 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Bible Verse...

Joshua 1:7 (ESV) Only be strong and very courageous, being careful to do according to all the law that Moses my servant commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may have good success wherever you go.

Sunday, November 2, 2014

Newsletter and Homework for the Week of November 3rd

First Quarter The first quarter is drawing to an end—tomorrow. Time is steadily trekking on.

Veterans Day: Come and join our assembling together on November 10 at 2:00 to 2:45 p.m., in honoring our fine men and women who have served and who serve our country.
World Vision and Operation Christmas Child: Thank you for ways to support those in need from the two children through World Vision and to spreading not only gifts in shoe boxes but also the gospel of Jesus.

Homework for each day:
20 minutes: Read chapter book and record in log
10 minutes: Math Lesson Problem Set (See schedule below)
10 minutes: Worldly Wise Lesson 5—review definitions and complete a section each day (A-E)
5 minutes: Spelling Activity 8 Worksheet and write the words in cursive (three times)
5 minutes: Write the scripture verse (see below) once each day to help memorize for test—due Friday

Additional Schedule/Reminders for that day:
Monday        ML35 (odds);          October Reading Calendar due tomorrow
Tuesday        Review Math Answers; Spelling 8 worksheet, cursive, and test tomorrow
Wednesday ML36 (odds)
Thursday      ML37 (evens); Bible Memory Verse written four times in cursive and test due tomorrow
Friday          ML38 (odds)
Next Week Math Test 6 (of lessons 26-30) next Tuesday; Worldly Wise Test 5 next Wednesday

What we are learning…
Bible NEW…Make sure to write the verse each day in cursive, which will be collected on Friday.
Math Study ahead by reviewing the answers for each lesson taken down as notes.
Science We are finishing up our chapter on “Fossils and Dinosaurs” with a test.
History Get a head start and prepare for the next Passport test since these also count as a test grade.
Reading They did absolutely great on their book projects! We are learning about genres in literature.

Dates worth marking on our calendars…
November 5 ~ End of First Quarter
November 10th ~Veteran's Day Assembly 2:00 to 2:45 p.m
November 11 ~ Veteran's Day (NO SCHOOL)

Scripture Verse ...

Hebrews 10:11-12 (ESV): ¹¹ And every priest stands daily at his service, offering repeatedly the same sacrifices, which can never take away sins. ¹² But when Christ had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God.