Update for Tuesday/Wednesday!

Word of the Week:  Responsibility

A responsible person is one who can be trusted to act without needing strict supervision, because they are accountable for their own behavior. Being responsible means being dependable and making good choices.   Go TEAM!

Please check your child's Blue Take Home Folder each day to check for mail, homework, and important information.

IT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CHILD TO BRING SHARPENED PENCILS TO SCHOOL EACH DAY!

PLEASE SEND YOUR CHILD WITH A WATER BOTTLE!!! This helps a lot, so he/she does not have to leave the room when thirsty! Your child is also welcome to keep healthy snacks in our classroom to eat any time

Your child will have reading homework each night.  They are free to read anything they want as long as it is approved by you!
3rd Grade: 20 minutes
4th Grade: 30 minutes

Here’s What We Have for You Today:

• Our Lansing field trip is tomorrow!
• The buses will leave at 8:30AM.
• The buses will return around 3:20PM.
• Students need to bring a bag lunch.
• Students should bring a snack for the bus - NUT FREE please.
• Students may bring an electronic device and/or a book if they can be responsible for it.

 

Word Study:  

We got this on Tuesday and it is due on 12-13-16

Social Studies:  

Study the continent/ocean review until our quiz on December 1^st.  Please sign the review before your child turns it in on December 1^st.  

3rd Grade Math: 

HR 2-12 odd only

ThatQuiz due Monday

Xtra Math-3 rounds

To access Think Central:
Go to www.thinkcentral.com (linked under math on this blog)
Log in with this info on the drop down menu:
Michigan
Birmingham Public School District
Birmingham Covington School
Check the ‘remember me’ box
Username with tc at the start (ex.tcsb07) password  (animal)
Click My Scores - The most recent test will be at the top

4th Grade Math:  

HR 3-2

Online tests due 12-7-16

Language Arts: 

In writer’s workshop, we are continuing our writing work on small moments and personal narratives.  We are focusing on incorporating sensory details into our writing.  We are also learning to add leads and endings to our narratives.  In reader's workshop, we are learning to take charge of our own comprehension.  Finally, in our independent reading time, we are using all of our reading skills to help us improve our reading stamina.  We are working hard!

Social Studies:  

We continue to think like geographers as we learn how to read maps.  We are learning about map grids, hemispheres, latitude and longitude, keys/legends, political maps,  population maps an creating our own map grid, key/legend.  

Science:  

Our second tower garden harvest will occur soon!!!  It is exciting to watch our gourmet lettuce, bok choi, basil and mint quickly grow in the tower garden.  Mint was transplanted from soil to our garden and are in awe of the way it has adjusted after we cut roots.  We share this garden with other classes who will put the finishing touches on it this week!  We are having the best time learning what successful scientists do!

***Often we post things on our class SeeSaw accounts as well on our Google Classroom accounts.  Ask your child to show you what he/she has done so far!

Marvelous Monday!

Word of the Week:  Responsibility

A responsible person is one who can be trusted to act without needing strict supervision, because they are accountable for their own behavior. Being responsible means being dependable and making good choices.   Go TEAM!

Please check your child's Blue Take Home Folder each day to check for mail, homework, and important information.

IT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CHILD TO BRING SHARPENED PENCILS TO SCHOOL EACH DAY!

PLEASE SEND YOUR CHILD WITH A WATER BOTTLE!!! This helps a lot, so he/she does not have to leave the room when thirsty! Your child is also welcome to keep healthy snacks in our classroom to eat any time

Your child will have reading homework each night.  They are free to read anything they want as long as it is approved by you!
3rd Grade: 20 minutes
4th Grade: 30 minutes

Here’s What We Have for You Today:

• Our Lansing field trip is on Wednesday!
• The buses will leave at 8:30AM.
• The buses will return around 3:20PM.
• Students need to bring a bag lunch.
• Students should bring a snack for the bus - NUT FREE please.
• Students may bring an electronic device if they can be responsible for it.

 

Book Orders Due December 5th

Word Study:  

We will be getting this tomorrow.

Social Studies:  

Study the continent/ocean review until our quiz on December 1^st.  Please sign the review before your child turns it in on December 1^st.  

3rd Grade Math: 

HR 2-11 odd only

Xtra Math-3 rounds

To access Think Central:
Go to www.thinkcentral.com (linked under math on this blog)
Log in with this info on the drop down menu:
Michigan
Birmingham Public School District
Birmingham Covington School
Check the ‘remember me’ box
Username with tc at the start (ex.tcsb07) password  (animal)
Click My Scores - The most recent test will be at the top

4th Grade Math:  

HR 3-11

Online tests due 12/9

Language Arts: 

\In writer’s workshop, we are continuing our writing work on small moments and personal narratives.  We are focusing on incorporating sensory details into our writing.  We are also learning to add leads and endings to our narratives.  In reader's workshop, we are learning to take charge of our own comprehension.  Finally, in our independent reading time, we are using all of our reading skills to help us improve our reading stamina.  We are working hard!

Social Studies:  

We continue to think like geographers as we learn how to read maps.  We are learning about map grids, hemispheres, latitude and longitude, keys/legends, political maps,  population maps an creating our own map grid, key/legend.  

Science:  

Our second tower garden harvest will occur soon!!!  It is exciting to watch our gourmet lettuce, bok choi, basil and mint quickly grow in the tower garden.  Mint was transplanted from soil to our garden and are in awe of the way it has adjusted after we cut roots.  We share this garden with other classes who will put the finishing touches on it this week!  We are having the best time learning what successful scientists do!

***Often we post things on our class SeeSaw accounts as well on our Google Classroom accounts.  Ask your child to show you what he/she has done so far!

Have a Wonderful Thanksgiving! Gobble....Gobble!

Word of the Week:  HONESTY

We celebrate honesty in everything we do and honor those who have lived by this character trait! Always choose honesty. Go TEAM!

Please check your child's Blue Take Home Folder each day to check for mail, homework, and important information.

IT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CHILD TO BRING SHARPENED PENCILS TO SCHOOL EACH DAY!

PLEASE SEND YOUR CHILD WITH A WATER BOTTLE!!! This helps a lot, so he/she does not have to leave the room when thirsty! Your child is also welcome to keep healthy snacks in our classroom to eat any time

Your child will have reading homework each night.  They are free to read anything they want as long as it is approved by you!
3rd Grade: 20 minutes
4th Grade: 30 minutes

Here’s What We Have for You Today:

Our Lansing field trip is on Wednesday, November 30^th.  We will depart at 8:30 so make sure you arrive to school on time with lunch!  This is an all day field trip and students will bring lunch in a disposable bag with some snacks for the bus!  Students are allowed to bring any electronic devices and ear buds with parent permission.  Students will be responsible for the devices. We will return to school by 3:20.  Dress for the winter weather that we are experiencing!  Get ready for an exciting trip!

    

Book Orders Due December 5th

Word Study:  

We took our test today and will get our new word study assignment when we return!

Social Studies:  

Study the continent/ocean review until our quiz on December 1^st.  Please sign the review before your child turns it in on December 1^st.  

3rd Grade Math: 

HR 2-10 odd only

Xtra Math-3 rounds

To access Think Central:
Go to www.thinkcentral.com (linked under math on this blog)
Log in with this info on the drop down menu:
Michigan
Birmingham Public School District
Birmingham Covington School
Check the ‘remember me’ box
Username with tc at the start (ex.tcsb07) password  (animal)
Click My Scores - The most recent test will be at the top

4th Grade Math:  

None

Language Arts: 

In reader's workshop,  we are learning to take charge of our own comprehension.  We are also continuing our writing work on small moments and narratives.  Finally, in our independent reading time, we are using all of our reading skills to help us improve our reading stamina.  We are working hard!

Social Studies:  

We continue to think like geographers as we learn how to read maps.  We are learning about map grids, hemispheres, latitude and longitude, keys/legends, political maps,  population maps an creating our own map grid, key/legend.  

Science:  

Our second tower garden harvest will occur soon!!!  It is exciting to watch our gourmet lettuce, bok choi, basil and mint quickly grow in the tower garden.  Mint was transplanted from soil to our garden and are in awe of the way it has adjusted after we cut roots.  We share this garden with other classes who will put the finishing touches on it this week!  We are having the best time learning what successful scientists do!

***Often we post things on our class SeeSaw accounts as well on our Google Classroom accounts.  Ask your child to show you what he/she has done so far!

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Book Orders Due December 5th! This is our last book order for 2016!

Word of the Week:  HONESTY

We celebrate honesty in everything we do and honor those who have lived by this character trait!

Always choose honesty. Go TEAM!

Please check your child's Blue Take Home Folder each day to check for mail, homework, and important information.

IT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CHILD TO BRING SHARPENED PENCILS TO SCHOOL EACH DAY!

PLEASE SEND YOUR CHILD WITH A WATER BOTTLE!!! This helps a lot, so he/she does not have to leave the room when thirsty! Your child is also welcome to keep healthy snacks in our classroom to eat any time

Your child will have reading homework each night.  They are free to read anything they want as long as it is approved by you!
3rd Grade: 20 minutes
4th Grade: 30 minutes

Here’s What We Have for You Today:

Book Orders Due December 5th

Word Study:  

The current assignment is due tomorrow.  We will take our test  tomorrow in class.  Please do not complete the final test at home.  The assignment should be signed and returned on Nov. 22. 

Social Studies:  Yesterday your child brought home a review (it may need to be finished at home).  He/she should study this review until our quiz on December 1^st.  Please sign the review before your child turns it in on December 1^st.  

3rd Grade Math: 

HR 2-10 odd only
Xtra Math-3 rounds

To access Think Central:
Go to www.thinkcentral.com (linked under math on this blog)
Log in with this info on the drop down menu:
Michigan
Birmingham Public School District
Birmingham Covington School
Check the ‘remember me’ box
Username with tc at the start (ex.tcsb07) password  (animal)
Click My Scores - The most recent test will be at the top

4th Grade Math:  
15 min compass math

Language Arts:  In reader's workshop,  we are learning to take charge of our own comprehension.  We are also continuing our writing work on small moments and narratives.  Finally, in our independent reading time, we are using all of our reading skills to help us improve our reading stamina.  We are working hard!

Social Studies:  

We continue to think like geographers as we learn how to read maps.  We are learning about map grids, hemispheres, latitude and longitude, keys/legends, political maps,  population maps an creating our own map grid, key/legend.  

Science:  Our second tower garden harvest will occur soon!!!  It is exciting to watch our gourmet lettuce, bok choi, basil and mint quickly grow in the tower garden.  Mint was transplanted from soil to our garden and are in awe of the way it has adjusted after we cut roots.  We share this garden with other classes who will put the finishing touches on it this week!  We are having the best time learning what successful scientists do!

***Often we post things on our class SeeSaw accounts as well on our Google Classroom accounts.  Ask your child to show you what he/she has done so far!

Update for Wednesday and Thursday! Looking forward to seeing you at conferences!

Wednesday and Thursday this week we look forward to seeing you at conferences!  Your kids will be dismissed from school at 11:30 on both days and busses will be available if they normally take the bus.  There will not be choice hour on those days.

Word of the Week:  HONESTY

We celebrate honesty in everything we do and honor those who have lived by this character trait!

Always choose honesty. Go TEAM!

Please check your child's Blue Take Home Folder each day to check for mail, homework, and important information.

IT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CHILD TO BRING SHARPENED PENCILS TO SCHOOL EACH DAY!

PLEASE SEND YOUR CHILD WITH A WATER BOTTLE!!! This helps a lot, so he/she does not have to leave the room when thirsty! Your child is also welcome to keep healthy snacks in our classroom to eat any time

Your child will have reading homework each night.  They are free to read anything they want as long as it is approved by you!
3rd Grade: 20 minutes
4th Grade: 30 minutes

Here’s What We Have for You Today:

Word Study: 

The current assignment is due Nov. 22.  We will take our class that day in class.  Please do not complete the final test at home.  The assignment should be signed and returned on Nov. 22.

Social Studies:  Yesterday your child brought home a review (it may need to be finished at home).  He/she should study this review until our quiz on December 1^st.  Please sign the review before your child turns it in on December 1^st. 

3rd Grade Math: 

Xtra Math-3 rounds

Thatquiz online due Monday (study your 8’s facts before taking the quiz)

To access Think Central:
Go to www.thinkcentral.com (linked under math on this blog)
Log in with this info on the drop down menu:
Michigan
Birmingham Public School District
Birmingham Covington School
Check the ‘remember me’ box
Username with tc at the start (ex.tcsb07) password  (animal)
Click My Scores - The most recent test will be at the top

4th Grade Math: 

Please get your test signed if you did not already do so.  Hop on Compass today and complete 10 minutes of any math lesson you choose!  Online tests are due this Friday the 18^th.

Language Arts:  Recently we finished reading Stone Fox as a class.  We watched the movie and compared it to the novel which was different in many ways.  In our reading, we are learning to take charge of our own comprehension.  We are also continuing our writing work on small moments and narratives.  We are also working on envisioning scenes from our reading and trying to write in a way that allows our readers to envision our writing.  Finally, in our independent reading time, we are using all of our reading skills to help us improve our reading stamina.  We are working hard!

Social Studies: 

We are thinking like geographers as we learn how to read maps.  We will learn about the compass rose, parts of a globe, hemispheres, latitude and longitude, make grids, keys/legends, political maps, and population maps. 

Science:  We love our tower garden!!!  All of our seedlings are all in and we are excited to watch them grow in the tower garden over the next few weeks.  Mint was transplanted from soil to our garden and we are making careful observations as it makes the transition to the aeroponic garden.  We share this garden with other classes who will put the finishing touches on it this week!  We are having the best time learning what successful scientists do!

***Often we post things on our class SeeSaw accounts as well on our Google Classroom accounts.  Ask your child to show you what he/she has done so far!

Happy, Happy Birthday Isobela!!!!

Tomorrow  and Thursday this week we look forward to seeing you at conferences!  Your kids will be dismissed from school at 11:30 on both days and busses will be available if they normally take the bus.  There will not be choice hour on those days.

Fall conferences are parent/teacher conferences.  Students will not attend the fall conference.

Word of the Week:  HONESTY

We celebrate honesty in everything we do and honor those who have lived by this character trait!

Always choose honesty. Go TEAM!

Please check your child's Blue Take Home Folder each day to check for mail, homework, and important information.

IT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CHILD TO BRING SHARPENED PENCILS TO SCHOOL EACH DAY!

PLEASE SEND YOUR CHILD WITH A WATER BOTTLE!!! This helps a lot, so he/she does not have to leave the room when thirsty! Your child is also welcome to keep healthy snacks in our classroom to eat any time

Your child will have reading homework each night.  They are free to read anything they want as long as it is approved by you!
3rd Grade: 20 minutes
4th Grade: 30 minutes

Here’s What We Have for You Today:

Word Study: 

The current assignment is due Nov. 22.  We will take our class that day in class.  Please do not complete the final test at home.  The assignment should be signed and returned on Nov. 22.

Social Studies:  Today your child is bringing home a review (it may need to be finished at home).  He/she should study this review until our quiz on December 1^st.  Please sign the review before your child turns it in on December 1^st. 

3rd Grade Math: 

HR 2-9

Thatquiz online due Monday (study your 8’s facts before taking the quiz)

Xtramath.com - 3 times per week. Complete a full work session, which lasts about 5-10 mins (until Mr. C says you are done!) 

To access Think Central:
Go to www.thinkcentral.com (linked under math on this blog)
Log in with this info on the drop down menu:
Michigan
Birmingham Public School District
Birmingham Covington School
Check the ‘remember me’ box
Username with tc at the start (ex.tcsb07) password  (animal)
Click My Scores - The most recent test will be at the top

4th Grade Math: 

Unit 2 tests return with signature

Online tests Friday , 11/18.

Language Arts:  Recently we finished reading Stone Fox as a class.  We watched the movie and compared it to the novel which was different in many ways.  In our reading, we are learning to take charge of our own comprehension.  We are also continuing our writing work on small moments and narratives.  We are also working on envisioning scenes from our reading and trying to write in a way that allows our readers to envision our writing.  Finally, in our independent reading time, we are using all of our reading skills to help us improve our reading stamina.  We are working hard!

Social Studies: 

We are thinking like geographers as we learn how to read maps.  We will learn about the compass rose, parts of a globe, hemispheres, latitude and longitude, make grids, keys/legends, political maps, and population maps. 

Science:  We love our tower garden!!!  All of our seedlings are all in and we are excited to watch them grow in the tower garden over the next few weeks.  Mint was transplanted from soil to our garden and we are making careful observations as it makes the transition to the aeroponic garden.  We share this garden with other classes who will put the finishing touches on it this week!  We are having the best time learning what successful scientists do!

***Often we post things on our class SeeSaw accounts as well on our Google Classroom accounts.  Ask your child to show you what he/she has done so far!

Marvelous Monday!

On Wednesday and Thursday this week we look forward to seeing you at conferences!  Your kids will be dismissed from school at 11:30 on both days and busses will be available if they normally take the bus.  There will not be choice hour on those days.

Word of the Week:  HONESTY

We celebrate honesty in everything we do and honor those who have lived by this character trait!

Always choose honesty. Go TEAM!

Please check your child's Blue Take Home Folder each day to check for mail, homework, and important information.

IT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CHILD TO BRING SHARPENED PENCILS TO SCHOOL EACH DAY!

PLEASE SEND YOUR CHILD WITH A WATER BOTTLE!!! This helps a lot, so he/she does not have to leave the room when thirsty! Your child is also welcome to keep healthy snacks in our classroom to eat any time

Your child will have reading homework each night.  They are free to read anything they want as long as it is approved by you!
3rd Grade: 20 minutes
4th Grade: 30 minutes

Here’s What We Have for You Today:

Book Orders are due tonight by 8pm!  Help us earn more books for our classroom.  We are loving our new additions!!!

Word Study: 

The current assignment is due Nov. 22.  We will take our class that day in class.  Please do not complete the final test at home.  The assignment should be signed and returned on Nov. 22.

3rd Grade Math: 

H 2-8

Thatquiz online due Monday (study your 8’s facts before taking the quiz)

Xtramath.com - 3 times per week. Complete a full work session, which lasts about 5-10 mins (until Mr. C says you are done!) 

To access Think Central:
Go to www.thinkcentral.com (linked under math on this blog)
Log in with this info on the drop down menu:
Michigan
Birmingham Public School District
Birmingham Covington School
Check the ‘remember me’ box
Username with tc at the start (ex.tcsb07) password  (animal)
Click My Scores - The most recent test will be at the top

4th Grade Math: 

Test letter due

 Compass Learning 10 minutes 

 Online tests due  Friday 

Language Arts:  Recently we finished reading Stone Fox as a class.  We watched the movie and compared it to the novel which was different in many ways.  In our reading, we are learning to take charge of our own comprehension.  We are also continuing our writing work on small moments and narratives.  We are also working on envisioning scenes from our reading and trying to write in a way that allows our readers to envision our writing.  Finally, in our independent reading time, we are using all of our reading skills to help us improve our reading stamina.  We are working hard!

Social Studies: 

We are thinking like geographers as we learn how to read maps.  We will learn about the compass rose, parts of a globe, hemispheres, latitude and longitude, make grids, keys/legends, political maps, and population maps. 

Science:  

We love our tower garden!!!  All of our seedlings are all in and we are excited to watch them grow in the tower garden over the next few weeks.  Mint was transplanted from soil to our garden and we are making careful observations as it makes the transition to the aeroponic garden.  We share this garden with other classes who will put the finishing touches on it this week!  We are having the best time learning what successful scientists do!

***Often we post things on our class SeeSaw accounts as well on our Google Classroom accounts.  Ask your child to show you what he/she has done so far!

Our First Tower Garden Harvest!

What an exciting day!   We tasted and harvested Gourmet Lettuce, Basil and Bok Choi from our tower garden today!  Students are bringing home samples of each for you to enjoy.



  

Fabulous Friday!

CONFERENCES: Click the sign-up button at the TOP RIGHT of the blog page (you must view the web version of the blog if using a mobile device) and choose your child's homeroom. There is one slot per student so please pick the time that best fits your schedule.

Reflections Contest:  The theme is “What is Your Story?”

·         Deadline for entry is Friday, Nov. 11^th

·         Turn in entries to the drop box in the Media Center

·         Rules and entry form available on bcsonline (under What’s New)

·         All participants are invited to a pizza lunch in the spring

·                     Contact Mrs. Patterson with questions:  d4patter4@sbcglobal.net

·                     BCS Reflections info with rules and entry form

·                     http://www.bcsonline.info/PTSA/Reflections.html

·                     National PTA overview

·                     http://www.pta.org/programs/reflections.cfm?ItemNumber=2898&navItemNumber=4777

Word of the Week:  POSITIVITY

 Your attitude determines how you live your life.

Always choose a positive attitude. Go TEAM!

Please check your child's Blue Take Home Folder each day to check for mail, homework, and important information.

IT IS IMPORTANT FOR YOUR CHILD TO BRING SHARPENED PENCILS TO SCHOOL EACH DAY!

PLEASE SEND YOUR CHILD WITH A WATER BOTTLE!!! This helps a lot, so he/she does not have to leave the room when thirsty! Your child is also welcome to keep healthy snacks in our classroom to eat any time

Your child will have reading homework each night.  They are free to read anything they want as long as it is approved by you!
3rd Grade: 20 minutes
4th Grade: 30 minutes

Here’s What We Have for You Today:

BOOK ORDERS DUE MONDAY!

Word Study:  

The current assignment is due Nov. 22.  We will take our class that day in class.  Please do not complete the final test at home.  The assignment should be signed and returned on Nov. 22. 

Today we did our first mini harvest!  Ask your child what he/she is bringing home from our tower garden!

3rd Grade Math: 

Thatquiz online due Monday

Xtramath.com - 3 times per week. Complete a full work session, which lasts about 5-10 mins (until Mr. C says you are done!) 

To access Think Central:
Go to www.thinkcentral.com (linked under math on this blog)
Log in with this info on the drop down menu:
Michigan
Birmingham Public School District
Birmingham Covington School
Check the ‘remember me’ box
Username with tc at the start (ex.tcsb07) password  (animal)
Click My Scores - The most recent test will be at the top

4th Grade Math:  

Compass Learning
Online tests due 11/18/16

Language Arts:  Recently we finished reading Stone Fox as a class.  We watched the movie and compared it to the novel which was different in many ways.  In our reading, we are learning to take charge of our own comprehension.  We are also continuing our writing work on small moments and narratives.  We are also working on envisioning scenes from our reading and trying to write in a way that allows our readers to envision our writing.  Finally, in our independent reading time, we are using all of our reading skills to help us improve our reading stamina.  We are working hard!

Social Studies:  

We are thinking like geographers as we learn how to read maps.  We will learn about the compass rose, parts of a globe, hemispheres, latitude and longitude, make grids, keys/legends, political maps, and population maps.  

Science:  We love our tower garden!!!  All of our seedlings are all in and we are excited to watch them grow in the tower garden over the next few weeks.  Mint was transplanted from soil to our garden and we are making careful observations as it makes the transition to the aeroponic garden.  We share this garden with other classes who will put the finishing touches on it this week!  We are having the best time learning what successful scientists do!

***Often we post things on our class SeeSaw accounts as well on our Google Classroom accounts.  Ask your child to show you what he/she has done so far!