Important Dates for your Calendar!
- Monday, February 17th - NO School in observance of President’s Day
- Thursday, February 20th - IAR testing trial 4th grade 12:15 - 1:45
- Friday, February 21st - Kids’ Choice Dance 6:00 - 7:30pm
- Monday, February 24th - IAR testing trial 5th grade 8:15 - 9:45am
- Friday, February 28th - 2nd Semester Ends (report cards go home 3/13)
- Friday, February 28th - TED Talk 8:10 - 10:00 am
- Tuesday, March 17th - Institute Day
- Week of March 23rd - March 27th SPRING BREAK
Important Classroom Information
Reading -We started our Reading Units of Study Unit 4 where we will focusing our book clubs around the theme of social issues. Students will be receiving their new book club books next week.
Science - We will review mixtures and solutions unit next week in preparation for our assessment on March 4.
Math - Our class complete Mid-Module Assessment on adding and subtracting fractions. The second half of the module moves into division and division with decimals.
Writing/Critical Thinking
Students have just started our unit on research reports. As we start the unit, we are using the topic of civil rights for our initial research. Students are also writing speeches for our first ever TED Talk conference as part of our critical thinking class. We have a range of topics and this will be an exciting presentation you will not want to miss! The conference will take place February 28th from 8:15-10:00 in the fifth grade pod.
Help Us Get a "Buddy Bench"/Plastic Cap Collection
Student Council will begin collecting plastic caps/lids in hopes of getting a "Buddy Bench" for our school at relatively no cost. We need 250 pounds of plastic caps/lids so we will need all of your help (and that of your family and friends as well) to make this happen. Please collect and send in plastic caps/lids from now until spring break. See the attached flyer for information on what's acceptable.
One Book, One School
The Lemonade War By: Jacqueline Davies
All Mann students & families are invited to read the same wonderful book, The Lemonade War, starting next week. During this time, families are encouraged to read the book together at home, and at school we will have discussions and do activities to go along with the book!
Parent Information Session: Single-Subject/Whole Grade Acceleration
For families who are seeking single-subject or whole grade acceleration for the 2020-21 school year, the district will be hosting a Parent Information Session on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Lincoln Elementary School, 1111 S. Grove St. The session will include a presentation that outlines the process and requirements. Click here to view the event flyer >
Science - We will review mixtures and solutions unit next week in preparation for our assessment on March 4.
Math - Our class complete Mid-Module Assessment on adding and subtracting fractions. The second half of the module moves into division and division with decimals.
Writing/Critical Thinking
Students have just started our unit on research reports. As we start the unit, we are using the topic of civil rights for our initial research. Students are also writing speeches for our first ever TED Talk conference as part of our critical thinking class. We have a range of topics and this will be an exciting presentation you will not want to miss! The conference will take place February 28th from 8:15-10:00 in the fifth grade pod.
Help Us Get a "Buddy Bench"/Plastic Cap Collection
Student Council will begin collecting plastic caps/lids in hopes of getting a "Buddy Bench" for our school at relatively no cost. We need 250 pounds of plastic caps/lids so we will need all of your help (and that of your family and friends as well) to make this happen. Please collect and send in plastic caps/lids from now until spring break. See the attached flyer for information on what's acceptable.
One Book, One School
The Lemonade War By: Jacqueline Davies
All Mann students & families are invited to read the same wonderful book, The Lemonade War, starting next week. During this time, families are encouraged to read the book together at home, and at school we will have discussions and do activities to go along with the book!
Parent Information Session: Single-Subject/Whole Grade Acceleration
For families who are seeking single-subject or whole grade acceleration for the 2020-21 school year, the district will be hosting a Parent Information Session on Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2020, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Lincoln Elementary School, 1111 S. Grove St. The session will include a presentation that outlines the process and requirements. Click here to view the event flyer >
Naper Settlement Field TripOn Thursday, September 26 the Narwhals traveled back in time! Well, we did not actually travel back in time but visited Naper Settlement, which is an immersive museum that provided students with authentic experience of living in the 19th century. Check out the slide show of our trip! |
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