Welcome back!
I hope everyone had a fun and
restful February vacation! It was
wonderful to spend time with family and catch up with old friends but I was
happy to see everyone Monday morning!
A few updates:
Writing
Over the past month, we have
been learning about persuasive writing.
We have discussed the meaning and purpose thesis statements. We have spent lots of time talking about the
importance evidence and how to support thesis statements. Be careful, your
fifth grader may come home ready to persuade you!
Social Studies
Your child has completed an
in depth study of either the Inca or the Aztec.
They have worked with a group to develop a newscast reporting on the
where & whens, daily life, interesting facts, and downfall of their
civilization. Stay tuned for the broadcast!
MCAS
We have started preparing for
the upcoming ELA MCAS. Your child will
be taking the MCAS on Monday 3/17
and Wednesday 3/19. We will be focusing on test taking
strategies, breaking down text, analyzing types of questions, and answering
open response questions.
A few highlights:
I’m learning a lot from the
kids about producing movies and work with technology. There’s lots to learn!
Here’s my first attempt at an i-movie!
