September 20 Week at a Glance

  Note from the Teacher

 The class will soon begin learning the states in each

region of the United States.

      IOWA Assessments begin on September 20th.  Please encourage your child to get a good night’s rest and eat a healthy breakfast each day.  Be on time!  We will begin promptly at 8:00 a.m.  Thank you for making plans now to have your child at school and ready for this assessment. 

    We will be meeting our preschool Book Buddies for the first time next week. We will be reading to them monthly and are looking forward to becoming their mentors and making new friends. 

    Don't for get the State Reports are due on the 21st.  Each student will present them in class.  

    Thank you for your support!  Have a great weekend!

Area of focus

Math: Chapter 2 Multiplying Whole Numbers
Reading: novel reading - Indian in the Cupboard
Science: Classifying Organisms 

Mystery Science - What do plants eat?
Social Studies: Studies Weekly #2

News from Creger Cove...

I would like to say we have had a very good week and had blast at the Fun Run.  The snow cones were really yummy and delicious. We also loved the videos and learned about being living in curiosity, practicing practice, developing confidence, having humility, and learning to have endurance.  Be safe and have a great weekend!
Mayor Gay

    

Please send in your Box Tops to
help us earn money for our school!!!!

Upcoming Events                 

Sept. 20 - 24  IOWA Assessments

Sept. 21           State Report due

Sept. 24          Book Buddies - (brings books)
Oct. 1  - 4        Fall Break

Oct. 15             Quarter Ends

Homework September 20

 

Homework for the Week of 20
Monday:

Math: Complete pgs. 111 - 112

Reading: Read or finish assigned chapter and questions in novel 

Science:

Tuesday: 
Math: Complete pgs. 117 - 118
Reading: Read or finish assigned chapter and questions in novel

Social Studies: 
Science: Complete pg. 4A in packet

Wednesday:
Math: Complete pgs. 123 - 124
Reading: Read or finish assigned chapter and questions in novel
Social Studies: Studies Weekly # 2 crossword puzzle
Science: Complete pg. 5A in packet

Thursday:
Math: Complete pgs. 129 - 130
Reading: Read or finish assigned chapter and questions in novel
Social Studies: Studies Weekly # 2 assessment sheet
Science:   Complete pg. 6A in packet

Week at a Glance September 13

  Mrs. Creger's Fifth Grade News

       National GRANDPARENTS' Day

 Due to our current situation and restrictions, 

there will be no annual grandparents' celebration this year.

However, the students have made cards they can give to their grandparents.  

Note from the Teacher

        
          Our class has soared ahead with pledges this week! Thank you all!  Please take the Weekend Challenge and continue to ask for pledges/donations. We are anxious for our Charger Challenge Fun Run this Wednesday, September 15.  More details will go home next week.  A special thank you to Cade Johnson and his family for donating ALL the students'  t - shirts for the FUN RUN!

        State Report guidelines were discussed and sent home today in Friday Folders.  Everyone is excited to do research and learn more about the state they selected.  This project is due on September 21st. 

        Please encourage your child to be a smart, considerate, and respectful student. Thank you for the support! Have a great weekend!

Area of Focus

Math:  Chapter 2: Multiplying Whole Numbers

Reading: Unit 1 Week 4

Weekly Concept - How do we get the things we need?
Genre - Informational Text/Narrative Nonfiction
Skills - Character, setting, plot: sequence; Reread craft and structure

Selection/vocabulary *test Wednesday

Language Arts:  Complex Sentences; review conjunctions and run-on sentences

Writing-using descriptive/strong words' sensory details
Spelling: Words with r controlled vowels 

Social Studies:  Our Studies Weekly #1

Science: Mystery Science #1 Web of  Life

At day’s end ask yourself,
“What have I learned today?”

Reminders

Please look over graded work. Then sign and return Monday in Friday Folder.

Events 
*Charger Challenge Fundraiser

FUN RUN September 15

State Reports Due on September - 21st 

^{IOWA basic skills of testing  - September 2oth - 24th}

News from Creger Cove
Thank you for your donations for our town store and helping with the fundraiser.  
Mayor Gay

May we never forget!

Homework Week of September 13

              Fifth Grade Weekly Homework

                                                                Week of September 13      

Students should use their planners to record assignments daily.

Keep up with any daily changes that may occur.

                      

Monday:

Math: Complete math sheet pgs. 85 - 86                                                

Reading: Reread story One Hen and complete vocabulary/chart  pgs. 1 -2.

Spelling: Complete sheet pgs. 42 - 43 and write missed words 3 times each.   

Social Studies: Work on state project

Tuesday:

Math: Complete math sheet pgs. 91 - 92                                                 

Reading: Read Leveled Reader and complete Think Mark questions.

Spelling: Complete sheet pgs. 43A - 43B.   

Social Studies: Work on state project

Science: 

Wednesday:

Math:  Complete math sheet pgs. 97 - 98                                                 

Reading: Reread story Reading Between the Dots and complete Make Connection questions

Spelling: Complete sheet pg. 44                                                                     

Social Studies:  Work on state project

Thursday:

Math: Complete math sheet pgs. 108 - 109                                                                  

Reading:  Complete assessment sheet- assigned passages and questions    

Spelling: Complete sheet pgs. 45 - 46 and study for test
Social Studies: Our Nation Studies Weekly #1 Assessment sheet

Week at a Glance of September 6

  Wayne Country Day                                                                                    Week of September 7

Mrs. Creger's Fifth Grade News
Note from the Teacher
This week has gone by quickly as we  are working towards a nice, consistent routine. We will continue to work on being prepared and organized each day. Thank you for your patience as we become comfortable with the expectations and responsibilities of fifth grade.

Please take a few minutes to register your child for the WCDS Charger Challenge Fun Run.  See details below to get started.  Also, an email was sent out today with the details on how to prepare for the WCDS Charger Challenge Fun Run or you can check out the flyer that was sent home in your child's Friday folder.  We are excited for this opportunity to earn some extra money for our school and can't wait to run and have some fun!  Thanks again!  Hope you have a wonderful weekend! 

1. REGISTER your student(s) on mybooster.com today. It takes 30 seconds!

2. SHARE with your family/friends using the SHARE tools on mybooster.com. (Facebook, text message, or email)

3. GIVE a donation if you are able to

Area of Focus
Math:  Chapter 1: Place Value *test Thursday

Reading: Unit 1 Week 3

Concept: Meeting a Need

Essential Questions: How do we get the things we need?
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Skills: Vocabulary; character, setting, plot: sequence, context clues

Spelling: Words with u sound

Language Arts:  Compound sentences 

Social Studies:  Our Nation Studies Weekly # 1

State Report to be assigned

Reminders

Please look over your child's graded work in Friday Folders, sign, and return on Monday. 

As always, please help us stay healthy by keeping your child home if he/she are sick. 

Events

September

Labor Day Holiday- No school - 6

Happy Grandparents’ Day - 12
 I.O.W.A testing begins 20 - 24

FALL BREAK - 30 - Oct. 4

News from Creger Cove Town
I am excited to work with the fine citizens in fifth grade as their new mayor. I have been blessed with many amazing classmates and I enjoy working with all of them.  Enjoy your weekend! 

Homework September 7

            Fifth Grade           

Weekly Homework

             Week of September 7   

Students should use their planners to record assignments daily.
Keep up with any daily changes that may occur.

Tuesday:

Math: Chapter 1 Lesson 9 - Problem Solving pgs. 65 - 66

Reading: Reread story A Fresh Idea, complete Make Connection questions, study vocabulary words
Spelling: Complete packet sheet pg. 31
Social Studies: 
Science: 

Wednesday:
Math: Review Test - Complete pgs. 67 -69
Spelling: Complete packet sheet pg. 31A
Reading: vocabulary sheet 
Study vocabulary words.
Social Studies: packet sheet pg. 9
Science:
Thursday:
Math:
Spelling: Complete workbook pg. 32

Reading: Reread story One Hen; Make Connection questions
Social Studies: Studies Weekly #1 Assessment sheet

Wayne Country Day School                                                      Week of August 30 - September 3                                                      

    

  Mrs. Creger's 

Classroom News

Note from the Teacher

      Thank you for a great start! We have had a nice week learning about each other and getting settled into our class. I am happy to announce that our mini society, Creger Cove Town , has been established. The citizens are enthusiastic about their new jobs and most anxious to fulfill their responsibilities. 

     Please pay close attention to the flyers that will be sent in your child's Friday folder over the next few weeks. There will be important information concerning procedures, academic websites, usernames, and passwords. If you have any questions or concerns, just let me know. Enjoy your weekend!

Areas of Focus  

Math: Chapter 1: Place Value

Reading: Theme: Seeing for Yourself

Essential Question: How can experiencing nature change the way you think about it?
Genre: Narrative Nonfiction

Skills: sequence of events; point of view

Spelling: Words with long vowel sounds

Read! Read! Read!

*test Friday

Language Arts: subjects and predicates

Social Studies: American People, American Land 

Our Nation Studies Weekly #1

Upcoming Events 

September

1st - OPEN HOUSE 6:00

2nd - School Pictures 

6th - Labor Day Holiday – no school 

12th - Happy Grandparents’ Day
20th - 24th - I.O.W.A testing begins

30th - Oct. 4 FALL BREAK! 

News from Creger Cove Town
This has been our first full week of fifth grade! Congratulations to Thomas Gay, our new mayor. Good luck citizens with your new jobs. Calling all citizens of Creger Cove Town...
we are in need of small items for our new town store. Also, any donations of tissues and wipes would be appreciated! Thanks!        

For homework help or extra information, check out these sites;
www.waynecountryday.com
www.connect.mcgraw-hill.com or www.connected.com
www.studiesweekly.com
www.spellingcity.com
www.IXL.com/signin/waynecountryday

www.zoom.us.com

Keep your attitude bright 
and your life will shine!

DAILY SCHEDULE

7:45 - 8:00      Arrival, unpack, prepare for the day, morning work

8:00 - 8:25      Morning work continued

8:25 - 9:15      Math

9:15 - 9:30      Break/Snack

9:30 -10:30     Reading/Language Arts

10:30 -10:45   Recess

10:45 - 11:20  Language Arts

11:20 - 12:00  LUNCH

12:00 - 12:35  Science and/or Social Studies

12:35 -1:20     PE

1:20 - 1:55      Science and/or Social Studies

1:55 - 2:05      Bathroom, pack up/clean up

2:05 - 2:55      Special Classes-Art, Music, Spanish 

                        *10:15 - 11:00 STEM Thursday

                         *1:20 - 2:05  Library Thursday

2:55 - 3:15      Dismissal

Start the year out right by checking and signing your child's planner nightly