Chang’s Future Leaders: Newsletter Feb. 2-6

What we are learning… 

Bible Verse 1 Samuel 12:20 (NIV): “Do not be afraid,” Samuel replied. “You have done all this evil; yet do not turn away from the Lord, but serve the Lord with all your heart.”

History Study guides for the chapters, “Countries of Central and Southern Asia” and Science ’s “Heat and Energy,” have been given.  Keep reviewing for the tests on Thursday and Friday, respectively.  Health Keep reviewing “Quiz” pages 35-36.  The quiz has been pushed to next Friday.

Reading/Writing Graphic organizers are helpful tools to visually organize information, and we have been using them (i.e. T-Chart, Venn diagram) and will continue to use them (i.e. timeline, pie, and graph) for the class novel to unearth pertinent details. Also, the monthly reading calendar is due tomorrow.

Language Arts Complete the spelling handouts for Spelling and Wordly Wise.  Prepare for the tests this Wednesday.  We have been learning how to use punctuation (end marks and commas) correctly, using Write Source.

Math The slowing down to re-explore math concepts have been quite fruitful and will help with the re-take Math Test (12).

Homework daily… (The subjects above contain more details.)
Monday        Read; Re-do Math Test 12* (of lessons 61-65); Reading calendar
Tuesday        Read; M. Problem Set 75-evens; Spelling 19*; Wordly Wise* 10D-E
Wednesday   Read; M. Practice Set 76; Begin Spelling 20; History*
Thursday      Read; M. Problem Set 76 evens; BMVP*; Science*
Friday          Read; M. Practice Set 77
*Reminder: Test/quiz is tomorrow

Fieldtrip:  Thank you for your prayers, and for all the adults who joined us to make this field trip memorable and safe!  We were awed by glass art, created by high-risk middle school students; expressed our feelings through making art in the craft room; watched the glass blowers make a doggy dish at the Hot Shop; learned how heat and metal tools are used to blow glass; then, ended with some (eye) shopping in their glittering, gleaming, glass-filled gift shop. 

To end, we met Chuck-E-Cheese, ate pizza, played games, won prizes, and cooled down with ice-cream.  Good times learning while having fun!

Fennell Fundraiser: Each class will be collecting money to help.  Donators will be given a “We love Mrs. Fennell” body decal (face, arm, hand).

TARDY POLICY REMINDERS

⇒Tardy students must sign in at the CCA office with a written note (of date, student’s name and reason) signed by the guardian. (Emails accepted.)

February Dates

February 2-5

~ Fennell Fundraiser

February 12

~ Grandparents Day (K-6th Grade)

~ Spirit Day: Different Decade Day

February 13-16

~ President's Day Break (NO SCHOOL)

February 17

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

February 26

~ Passport Testing

Science Fair Project: More information TBA.

Next class novel…

Bud, Not Buddy

Homework Pie…

20 min.: Reading
10 min.: Math
5 min.: Wordly Wise
5 min.: Spelling

5 min.: Bible Verse

3 min.: Passport

3 min.: Health

Chang’s Future Leaders: Newsletter Jan. 19-23

What we are learning…

Bible Wednesday, to remember the Bible lessons, we will be quizzed on 8.1-4. Memory Verse: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20: Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies.

History Thursday, our reviewed study of the “Countries of Central and Southern Asia” on sections 5A-D will be a quizzed.

Science   Friday, there will be a “Heat and Energy” quiz on sections 4A-D.

Health Friday, continue working on pages 30 (bones) and 35-36. 

Geography/Writing Project Presentations are intriguing, and these expository paragraphs reveal countries that seem quite safe, enjoyable, and diverse culturally, politically, and religiously.  The descriptions enliven the countries, making them realistic and live-able.  Graphic organizers will be used to study more of the history of MLK, Jr. and Rosa Parks.

Reading Keep reading!  In The Tale of Despereaux, we have found flashback, simile, onomatopoeia, and personification.  More will be found. 

Language Arts  Continue studying for the spelling and vocabulary tests.  These are essential skills need for writing.

Math We will be slowing things down this week to review Math Test 12 concepts and get ready for Math Test 13 by the practice sets in each lesson.

Homework daily…
Monday        NO SCHOOL—MLK, Jr. Day
Tuesday        Math Practice Set 61-2; Spelling 17*; Wordly Wise* 9D-E; Bible*

Wednesday   Math Practice Set 63-4; Begin Spelling 18; History*

Thursday      Math Practice Set 65-6; BMV* Practice; Science*; Health
Friday          Math Practice Set 67-8

*Reminder: This test/quiz is due tomorrow; See subjects above for details

20 minutes:  Record Reading log (due Tuesday of next month)
10 minutes:  Math lesson examples, solutions, and practice sets
10 minutes:  Worldly Wise Lesson sections due Wednesday
 5 minutes:  Spelling Lesson, cursive and test due Wednesday

 5 minutes:  Bible memory verse practice and test due Friday

NEW--5 minutes: Health Worksheets due Friday

Quarter ends:

The quarter ends this Friday.  If you have any questions regarding grades, make sure to email me as soon as possible and before the quarter ends.

Upcoming Fieldtrip:

Chaperones, thank you for offering to volunteer your time and assistance. Parents, please keep us in your prayers for safety. If you would like to join us, you are more than welcome to come.  Due to limited seating, however, transportation will be needed, please bring $5 for the entrance fee to MOG and lunch (sac or money, if desired).

Dates Worth Remembering…

1/20 ~ PTF Meeting 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

1/23 ~ End of 2^nd quarter

1/25 & 26 ~ Open House

1/29 ~ Passport Testing

1/30 ~ Field Trip to the Museum of Glass

March 28 ~ Save the Date for Campus Annual Auction

Science Fair Project: In February, writing will begin using gathered research.

Instructions for Presentation--January 13

1. Cover page
2. Flag
3. Political Map
4. Physical Map
5. Essay (typed or printed; at least four paragraphs)

Directions: Tape 1 to 4 together from top to bottom.  Tape the rough drafts behind the final drafts.  Bring your essay and checklist for presentations.

Chang’s Future Leaders: Newsletter Jan. 12-16

What we are learning… 

Bible Memory Verse Hebrews 13:15 (NIV): Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise—the fruit of lips that openly profess his name.

Reading Keep reading and coloring the days.  The historical fiction fantasy of The Tales of Despereaux reveals gems of literature and wise truths. 

Science “Heat and Energy” will be looked at more deeply. 

Health Complete for Friday the respiratory and muscular system handouts. 

Geography/Writing Project Finally, the day has arrived and the final piece—essay—completes the project.  Once again, the essays may be neatly typed or printed, and grammar does count.  Presentations begin tomorrow, and they will be a treat for all.  

History India’s interesting history is unearthed, revealing its caste system, quest for religion (Hinduism, Buddhism, and Muslim), and desirable resources by other countries.

Language Arts Grammar is essential for writing enthralling stories or sharing of convincing facts.  Write Source helps to hone works of literary art that can be read without hiccups.  Also, vocabulary offers articulation in using words that are terse and precise in packaging and portraying meaning.

Homework daily…
Monday          Math Test 12* (of lessons 61-65); Presentations*
Tuesday         ML71 (odds); Spelling 16*; Worldly Wise 9A-C

Wednesday    ML72 (odds); Begin Spelling 17

Thursday       ML73 (evens); BMV Practice*; Health
Friday             ML74 (odds)

*Reminder: This test is due tomorrow

20 minutes:  Record Reading log (due Tuesday of next month)
10 minutes:  Math Lesson Problem Set and test due Tuesday
10 minutes:  Worldly Wise Lesson sections due Wednesday
 5 minutes:  Spelling Lesson, cursive and test due Wednesday

 5 minutes:  Bible memory verse practice and test due Friday

NEW--5 minutes: Health Worksheets due Friday

Upcoming Fieldtrip:

Friday, January 30^th, we are going to the Museum of Glass. Lunch will be at Chuck E. Cheese’s in Tacoma. If you are available to be a chaperone please email me at mchang@foundationcampus.org.  Each student will need to bring $6.00 for lunch which will cover 2 pieces of pizza, drink and 15 tokens.  Students may bring additional money with them for extra tokens or food.

Dates Worth Remembering…

1/15 ~ Spirit Day - Fancy/Formal Day

1/19 ~ No school - MLK, Jr. Day

1/23 ~ End of 2^nd quarter

1/25&26 ~ Open House

1/29 ~ Passport Testing

1/30 ~ Field Trip to the Museum of Glass (MOG)

March 28 ~ Save the Date for Campus Annual Auction

Science Fair Project: Begin gathering research to use dedicated class time for the meaty expository writing portion this quarter.

Ms. Chang

5^th Grade

mchang@foundationcampus.org  

http://changfutureleaders.blogspot.com

Mrs. Chang’s 5th Grade: Newsletter Jan. 5-9

Mrs. Chang’s 5^th Grade: Newsletter Jan. 5-9

Christmas Cheer Scrumptious treats, sharing Christ’s love tangibly through wrapped gifts for our adopted family, and popcorn and a movie, Joseph: King of Dreams, were simply delightful and most deserved for all our diligent workers!

What we are learning…
Reading logs are due tomorrow.  Also, The Tales of Despereaux will continued to be reviewed for comprehension and the use of literary elements and techniques.  Geography/Writing Project The essays (rough drafts) are to be edited for additions or changes in order to address the eleven questions (in the handout) about the country and people.  Finally, these creative and colorful flags, political and physical maps, and essays will be presented next Tuesday (13^th).  The essays must be neatly typed or printed and mindful of grammar.  Science The next chapter is on “Heat and Energy,” which also nicely coincides with our upcoming field trip to Museum of Glass.  Health On Friday, there will be a quiz on the anatomy of teeth and the digestive system.  Language Arts Grammar is essential for writing enthralling stories or sharing of convincing facts.  Write Source helps to hone works of literary art that can be read without hiccups.  To name only a few interruptions studied, they are run-ons, rambling sentences, fragments, verbs that don’t agree with their subjects, and pronouns with their antecedents.

Bible Memory Verse Isaiah 41:10 (ESV):  Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. 

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

NEW--5 minutes: Review Health Worksheets for Quiz on Friday

Additional Notes/Reminders for that day…
Monday          ML66 (odds);             Review math answers for Math Test 11 (of lessons 56-50)
Tuesday         ML67 (evens);           Spelling 15, cursive thrice, and test; Worldly Wise 8D-E and test

Wednesday    ML68 (odds);            Begin Spelling 16

Thursday       ML69 (evens);           Bible Memory Verse Practice cursive and test Friday; Health Quiz
Friday             ML70 (odds);           
Next Wednesday                 Spelling 16 and cursive (thrice); Worldly Wise 9A-C
Next Month                      January Reading Calendar due Tuesday, February 3^rd

Dates worth marking on our calendars…
January 15 ~ Spirit Day - Fancy/Formal Day

January 30 ~ Field Trip to the Museum of Glass (MOG)

Sincerely,

Ms. Chang   

mchang@foundationcampus.org   http://changfutureleaders.blogspot.com/