Spring Snow

Happy Birthday Haley!

WOW--just when we thought that spring was on the way, the snow sneaked up on us. As I am typing this, the snow is still falling, but not as much as it was earlier today. I hope everyone made it home safely--I know it was rough getting in and out of the Footprints lot with all the snow drifts. It took four teachers to help me get my car out!

All science fair boards can go home. I did grade them all today. Students should get science fair grades by Monday. All boards that are not gone by tomorrow after school will be tossed over the weekend.

We worked hard the past couple of days to prepare for the all school assembly on Thursday. Look for unique ideas, twists and spins on the traditional elements of the program...the 4th-6th graders are so creative!

We had a great discussion about the economic situation of the country. We also read an article about the Great Depression. Four Minnesotans who lived through the Great Depression retold several touching memories about how to survive rough times. Remember--you have homework to do with this article: a basic summary of each person's story (so I can check for comprehension and understanding), a text to self, or text to text connection or reaction for each story, and an ""I wonder question, an "I didn't understand" question, or a question would like to ask each person about their experiences. This is due tomorrow (in your reading response journals).

Don't forget that business plans parts 7-8 are due tomorrow. Your blueprints (dimensions, windows, doors, stairs, appliances and furniture all drawn in) are due MONDAY.

We will have a spelling test tomorrow. Be on the look out for a math quiz on abbreviations (today's power up) early next week.

TOMORROW IS FREE DRESS DAY!

Homework: Read for 30, spelling, math, business plan, art blueprints
Looking ahead: February reading calendars are due Monday.