tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-89642907865805530902011-07-08T12:02:11.735-07:00This blog site will be updated every Friday afternoon to highlight the coming week's schedule, events and any other pertinent information.Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.comBlogger611100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-84255727261485955852010-03-26T08:04:00.000-07:002010-03-26T13:27:00.687-07:00Hi everyone. This is Lauren writing to you now. I look forward to working with your children for the rest of the school year! Melissa, you will be missed. Best of luck to you and the family!<br /><br />We had a great first week back to school. Everyone seems full of energy and ready to work.<br /><br />Here's what's in store for next week!<br /><br />Monday<br /><br />-Gym<br />-30 minutes of math homework due today<div><br />Tuesday</div><div><br /></div><div>-30 minutes of math homework due today</div><div>-We will begin working on fun Easter activities<br /><br />Wednesday</div><div><br /></div><div>-Reading a-z homework due today<br />-We will begin spelling sentences and word searches in class<br /><br />Thursday<br /><br /></div><div>-All wordly wise activties due<br />-Spelling sentences and word searches are due</div><div>-All students in lime and pink math books have homework due today<br />-We will begin our science experiments today: Egg-citing things about eggs!<br /><br />Friday</div><div><br /></div><div>-25 minutes of reading comprehension due</div><div>-Spelling/wordly wise tests</div><div>-Martial arts<br />-We will continue our egg experiments with group 2<br /><br />Spelling Lists<br /><br />-Hearts<br />Word list 3<br /><br />1. cube<br />2. island<br />3. kiosk<br />3. late<br />5. oval<br />6. reptile<br />7. sheaf<br />8 volcano<br />9. warehouse<br />10. zero<br /><br />-Stars<br /><br />1. bat<br />2. batted<br />3. batting<br />4 rub<br />5. rubbed<br />6. rubbing<br />7. mop<br />8 mopped<br />9. mopping<br /><br />-Triangles<br />Word list 3<br /><br />1. apron<br />2. bald<br />3. bucket<br />4. candle<br />5. chimpanzee<br />6. holster<br />7. jester<br />8. leash<br />9. purse<br />10. spike<br />11. tassel<br /><br />-Cirlces<br />"ar"<br /><br />1. car<br />2. park<br />3. dark<br />4. march<br />5. cart<br />6. art<br />7. far<br />8. farm</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-8425572726148595585?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com34tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-1948978704330979622010-03-19T10:21:00.000-07:002010-03-19T10:30:44.819-07:00I hope everyone had a wonderful spring break. Other than the couple days of rain the weather was beautiful, spring is in the air!<br /><br />We have a busy week coming up!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>new spelling words come home, since the kids have less time to study, please practice daily</li></ul>Tuesday<br /><ul><li>BRING ALL SCIENCE FAIR MATERIALS TO SCHOOL; <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">tri</span>-fold boards, pictures, boarders, explanation of procedure, process, materials, observations, outcome etc.<br /></li><li>reading a-z for homework</li><li>no science homework this week</li></ul>Wednesday<br /><ul><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>library day, please bring books to return</li><li>Group 5 will help with science fair projects in the afternoon</li><li>we will begin spelling sentences and word searches in class, uncompleted work will be sent home for homework</li></ul>Thursday<br /><ul><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise activities due</li><li>25 min. reading comprehension homework</li><li>spelling sentences and word searches due</li></ul>Friday<br /><ul><li>spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li><li>martial arts</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-194897870433097962?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-25855799946607762742010-03-05T08:05:00.001-08:002010-03-05T09:53:57.127-08:00We worked very hard since returning from our winter break and we finally made it to spring break! Now if we could just see some spring-like weather!<br /><br /><br /><br />There will be no spelling words sent home today. The kids will get their new lists when we return on March 22. For those in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise, you'll have to plan accordingly that week in order to get the assignments completed with the <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">additional</span> homework for the week. Normally, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">activities</span> are due Friday however; the week of March 22 they will have until Friday to complete the work.<br /><p>I will not be sending math books or reading comprehension books home for homework however; if they choose to bring their books home please correct as they go. At this point, they should be doing most of the work independently or with little assistance. </p><p>For homework over break each student has 4 Time Magazines to read and complete the work on the back in addition to a <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Brainpopjr.</span> worksheet regarding how much water they use in one day. All assignments are due on Monday, March 22. If you are seeking more work for your child have him/her keep a journal of their spring break. </p><p>Enjoy your break and Happy St. Patrick's Day!</p><p>Melissa</p><p><br /> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-2585579994660776274?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-72875693159098014282010-02-27T11:39:00.001-08:002010-02-27T11:52:58.442-08:00February is behind us and now we will focus on welcoming spring and topics regarding St. Patrick's Day. Since we will not be in school to celebrate St. Patty's Day, we will discuss the holiday and work on activities this week.<br /><br />This will be the last week of spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise tests before spring break. The kids will not have new words on Friday. When they return on Monday, March 22 the kids will get a new list that day and will take a test on Friday, March 26.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>gym</li></ul>Tuesday<br /><ul><li>reading a-z homework</li><li>science homework due from last week</li></ul>Wednesday<br /><ul><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>spelling sentences and word search started in class, unfinished work is homework</li><li>library day, please bring books to return</li></ul>Thursday<br /><ul><li>25 minutes of reading comprehension homework</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise homework due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Dolch</span> test</li></ul>Friday<br /><ul><li>wear something green to school</li><li>bring in two items that are naturally green <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">ie</span>, celery, leaf, pea...etc be creative, I am not looking for something like a green crayon or a green piece of paper</li><li>spelling tests</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>martial arts</li></ul>Spelling<br /><br />Hearts - Book C list #1<br /><br />Starts - oi/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">oy</span><br /><ul><li>boy</li><li>toy</li><li>enjoy</li><li>oyster</li><li>boil</li><li>foil</li><li>coin</li><li>spoil</li></ul>Circles - two sounds of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">oo</span><br /><ul><li>moon</li><li>soon</li><li>pool</li><li>booth</li><li>good</li><li>book</li><li>look</li><li>shook</li><li><br /></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-7287569315909801428?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-36030623410427612372010-02-19T07:23:00.000-08:002010-02-19T07:35:15.552-08:00What a busy week we had in Group 1! We are still working on writing poems, the kids brought their acrostic poems home with them on Thursday and they were very proud of their work! I was amazed to see all the wonderful adjectives and words to describe them! We will spend a few more weeks working on poetry during writing.<br /><br />All the snow we got on Tuesday led to great sledding during recess. Some kiddos had to stay in for lunch study though because they were not dressed appropriately for the cold weather. Please make sure to send in hats, gloves/mittens, coats, boots, and even a dry outfit in case they get wet while playing outside.<br /><br />Have a wonderful weekend!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>reading a-z homework</li><li>science homework to be completed the following Tuesday</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>unfinished spelling sentences and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">word search for homework</span></li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>reading comprehension homework - 25 minutes</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise homework due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Dolch</span> test </li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>martial arts</li><li>spelling tests</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><p>Spelling</p><p>Hearts - Book B, list #10, then a new book!!!!!!!</p><p>Stars - "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">ar</span>" and "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">ir</span>"</p><ul><li>car </li><li>dark</li><li>shark</li><li>art</li><li>farm</li><li>girl</li><li>bird</li><li>dirt</li><li>shirt</li><li>third</li></ul><p>Circles - "-<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">nt</span>" ending</p><ul><li>went</li><li>sent</li><li>mint</li><li>ant</li><li>pant</li><li>hunt</li><li>bent</li><li>want</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-3603062341042761237?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-67355703669883322642010-02-12T07:35:00.000-08:002010-02-12T09:27:51.263-08:00I hope everyone has a nice three day weekend and a wonderful Valentine's Day! We are looking forward to passing out Valentine's and having our party after lunch.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>NO SCHOOL PRESIDENT'S DAY</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><p><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Tuesday</span></p><ul><li>Time Magazine for kids due (went home on Friday in take-home-folders)</li><li>reading a-z homework</li><li>science packet due from last Tuesday (classifying animals)</li><li>a new science packet will go home to be finished next Tuesday</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Name yourself day! Think of a new name that you will be called all day long!</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>spelling sentences and word search will be started in class, any unfinished work will be homework</li><li>library day, please bring books back to return</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li>reading comprehension (25 minutes) homework</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Dolch</span> test</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>spelling tests</li><li>martial arts</li></ul><p>Spelling Words</p><p>Hearts - <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise Book B, List #9</p><p>Stars - "or" "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">ur</span>"</p><ul><li>born</li><li>fork</li><li>corn</li><li>fort</li><li>thorn</li><li>hurt</li><li>turn</li><li>fur</li><li>burn</li><li>churn</li></ul><p>Circles - "st" "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">nd</span>" endings</p><ul><li>last</li><li>past</li><li>must</li><li>nest</li><li>lost</li><li>band</li><li>and</li><li>send</li><li>pond</li><li>sand</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-6735570366988332264?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-22966463838306464932010-02-03T10:32:00.000-08:002010-02-03T10:47:05.832-08:00On Friday, Feb. 12 we will pass out Valentine's in Group 1. Refer to the end of this blog for a class list.<br /><br />Enjoy your extended weekend!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>reading a-z homework</li><li>science packet will go home to be completed by next Tuesday, Feb. 16</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>begin spelling sentences in class, unfinished work is homework</li><li>word search homework</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Dolch</span> test</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li>reading comprehension homework 25 minutes</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>pass out Valentine cards</li><li>spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>martial arts</li></ul><p>Spelling lists</p><p>Hearts - Book B list #8</p><p>Stars - two sounds of "ow"</p><ul><li>cow</li><li>how</li><li>now</li><li>town</li><li>snow</li><li>slow</li><li>crow</li><li>below</li></ul><p>Circles - "ck" ending</p><ul><li>sick</li><li>sock</li><li>luck</li><li>lock</li><li>duck</li><li>kick</li><li>pack</li><li>neck</li></ul><p>Class List</p><ul><li>Cate <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Cirone</span></li><li>Alyssa <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Tkach</span></li><li>Samantha Williams</li><li>Anya <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Carlisle</span></li><li>Aidan Clark</li><li>Freddie <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Poussard</span></li><li>Davidson <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Sturm</span></li><li>Chris <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Nsier</span></li><li>Timothy Dean</li></ul><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-2296646383830646493?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-27705998552062160102010-01-29T09:36:00.000-08:002010-01-29T09:54:21.746-08:00This past week in writing, we starting talking about poetry. The kids are <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">learning</span> that there are many kinds of poetry and will be writing/learning more in the upcoming weeks.<br /><br />Although next week is a short week, we are going to try to keep it as normal as possible. They will not have a spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise test next week. There will not be any new words sent home this week but they will get their new words next Tuesday. So there will be no <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due next week! This will be a nice break for some!<br /><br />Please remember to bring in a small size cereal box by Wednesday, Feb. 3 if you have not already done so.<br /><br />I look forward to seeing you at parent/teacher conferences on Thursday. If you forgot your time, please contact Betsy.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>new spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise words will go home</li><li>reading a-z homework</li><li>science packet (Winter) due</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Dolch</span> test, we will take the test a day early this week due to <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">conferences</span> on Thursday</li><li>30 minutes of math homework (since you will have math books at home over the long weekend, feel free to do extra math but please correct as your child works)</li><li> we will go to the library, please bring books to return</li><li>there will be no spelling sentences or word searches this week on spelling words however; we will put other words in to sentences during writing</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>No School, Parent/Teacher Conferences</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>No School, Teacher Development Day</li></ul><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-2770599855206216010?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-42914965729797735092010-01-22T09:09:00.000-08:002010-01-22T09:35:00.599-08:00It is hard to believe that this is the last week in January! Usually this month seems to go by slow after break but we kept ourselves busy in Group 1! Everyone has been working extra hard and progressing nicely in their books.<br /><br />With February approaching we will begin preparing for Valentine's Day. Please save a cereal box and bring it in for your child to decorate. We will wrap and decorate the boxes at school. Some cereal boxes are rather large, if possible all we're looking for is a smaller sized cereal box. Please have the boxes in no later than Wednesday February 3. If for some reason you are not able to bring in a box, please let me know and I can save a few from my house.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Fuddrucker's</span> Fundraiser night from 5pm-8pm</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>science packet (food chain) due - some of you already turned it in</li><li>any unfinished science work will be sent home to be finished next Tuesday</li><li>reading a-z homework</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>any unfinished spelling sentences will be sent home to be returned the next day</li><li>word searches for homework</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>25 minutes reading comprehension homework</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Dolch</span> test (please go over the words daily and remember to bring your words to school)</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>spelling tests (please practice words daily and definitions for those in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise)</li><li>martial arts</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><p>Spelling Words</p><p>Hearts</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Wordly</span> Wise - Book B list #7</li></ul><p>Stars - two sounds of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">oo</span></p><ul><li>good</li><li>book</li><li>shook</li><li>hood</li><li>food</li><li>soon</li><li>pool</li><li>booth</li></ul><p>Circles - <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">th</span> two sounds</p><ul><li>bath</li><li>path</li><li>math</li><li>with</li><li>thin</li><li>that</li><li>them</li><li>the</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-4291496572979773509?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-71634870182327643222010-01-15T07:36:00.000-08:002010-01-15T07:52:45.816-08:00January 18-22, no technology week! The kids will not be allowed to play on the computers at school. Try to implement this at home and come up with creative things to do instead of computers, video games, and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">tv</span>!<br /><br />I hope everyone has a nice three day weekend!<br /><br />Please make sure to do two nights of homework this weekend since 30 minutes of math is due on Monday and Tuesday.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>No School, Martin Luther King Day</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>reading a-z homework</li><li>we will begin science in class, any work not finished will be sent home for homework due the following Tuesday</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>library day, please bring books to return</li><li>we will begin spelling sentences and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">word searches</span> in class, any unfinished work will be sent home to be returned on Thursday</li><li>30 minutes of math</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>reading <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">comprehension</span> 25 minutes</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Dolch</span> test</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>martial arts</li><li>spelling tests</li></ul><p>Spelling</p><p>Hearts - Book B, list #6 in Wordly Wise</p><p>Stars - "wh" digraph</p><ul><li>when</li><li>which</li><li>what</li><li>where</li><li>whip</li><li>why</li><li>was</li><li>of</li></ul><p>Circles - ch digraph</p><ul><li>chop</li><li>chip</li><li>chin</li><li>chat</li><li>much</li><li>such</li><li>of</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-7163487018232764322?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-51687799484381746802010-01-08T10:07:00.000-08:002010-01-08T11:49:04.970-08:00We had a great week back from break. The kids were excited to see their friends but they were also ready to work.<br /><br />I sent out a message before break, please ask your child if he/she needs more index cards. We use the cards weekly and some are either out of cards or running low.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li><li>gym</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>reading a-z homework</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>We will start spelling sentences in class, anyone who does not finish will bring them home for homework. The criteria for the sentences are: 5 or more words per sentence, each sentence must begin with a different word, underline the spelling word used in the sentence. To be more challenging, encourage your child to use quotation marks, question marks, and/or commas in their sentences.</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Dolch</span> test</li><li>spelling sentences due</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li>reading comprehension homework</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>martial arts - please dress appropriately and/or bring a change of shoes</li><li>spelling tests </li><li>special treat and a movie in the afternoon with Group 2</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><p>Spelling</p><p>Hearts - <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise book B, List #5</p><p>Stars - digraph <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">th</span> (2 sounds)</p><ul><li>thin</li><li>the</li><li>them</li><li>this</li><li>that</li><li>bath </li><li>with</li><li>moth</li><li>path</li><li>teeth</li></ul><p>Circles - sh digraph</p><ul><li>she</li><li>ship</li><li>shot</li><li>shut</li><li>wish</li><li>mash</li><li>rush</li><li>dish</li></ul><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-5168779948438174680?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-75152473363081990342010-01-02T06:12:00.000-08:002010-01-02T06:19:08.310-08:00Happy New Year!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>math homework 30 minutes</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>reading a-z homework</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>Library, please bring books to return</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">word search</span> homework for those who do not finish in class</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Dolch</span> test</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li>spelling sentences due</li><li>reading comprehension homework</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>spelling tests</li><li>martial arts</li><li>Read In - look forward to seeing a flier sent home on Tuesday regarding our read in on Friday. </li></ul><p>Spelling words for this week are posted on the previous blog</p><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-7515247336308199034?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-25145904061948426532009-12-18T09:14:00.000-08:002009-12-18T09:19:25.269-08:00Everyone has three weeks before the next test, I'm hoping that everyone gets a 100% on the next test! Practice, practice!!! Enjoy your break too!<br /><br />Hearts<br />Wordly Wise Book B list #4<br /><br />Stars<br />ch digraph<br /><ul><li>chop</li><li>chip</li><li>chat</li><li>chimp</li><li>chin</li><li>much</li><li>such</li><li>bench</li><li>rich</li></ul><p>Circles</p><p>Long vowel i silent e</p><ul><li>bike</li><li>hike</li><li>like</li><li>kite</li><li>ripe</li><li>dime</li><li>pipe</li><li>time</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-2514590406194842653?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-73014078090984583882009-12-11T08:09:00.000-08:002009-12-11T09:09:48.011-08:00We have a lot coming up this week before our holiday break! Please bring in 3 favorite family recipes on Monday. Include all the ingredients needed and the steps involved in making the recipe. The recipes do not need to be on a recipe card, a sheet of paper is fine. Please do not use recipes such as peanut butter and jelly, mac and cheese etc. The recipes can be an appetizer, dessert, or main course (or a variety of the three). Try to think of unique recipes that others may not have.<br /><br />I will not post another blog until January 2<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Secret Santa gifts due to Betsy</li><li>Hogan gifts due to Betsy</li><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>BRING IN THREE RECIPES</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>reading a-z homework</li><li>science packet due from last week (migration) some have already turned their packet in</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>library, please bring books to school if they are not already here</li><li>spelling sentences for homework if your child does not finish in class</li><li>spelling <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">word search</span> for homework if it does not get finished in class</li><li>math timed tests for some, new cards will go home to study for the week we return</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>reading comprehension homework</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Dolch</span> test, please remember to bring <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Dolch</span> words to school every Thursday in a plastic baggie</li><li>new <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Dolch</span> words will go home to study for the week we return</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>martial arts</li><li>spelling tests, new words will go home to study for the week we return</li><li>holiday party at 1:30-3:00 in Bryan's room (high school)</li></ul><p>Spelling words for the week of January 4</p><p>Hearts</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Wordly</span> Wise - Book B list 3</li></ul><p>Stars - <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">digraph</span> "sh"</p><ul><li>ship</li><li>shop</li><li>shut</li><li>shot</li><li>shed</li><li>wash</li><li>bush</li><li>fish</li><li>rush</li><li>mash</li></ul><p>Circle - long vowel a silent e at the end</p><ul><li>bake</li><li>rake</li><li>tape</li><li>gave</li><li>cake</li><li>made</li><li>lake</li><li>date</li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-7301407809098458388?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-20246361631744435052009-12-04T08:09:00.000-08:002009-12-04T10:45:16.807-08:00We had a quiet but busy week in Group 1. The kids worked hard writing a rough draft about Rudolph and finished their final copy as well. Next week we will write letters to Santa, using the writing process (rough draft, editing, final copy, and sharing with others.) The letters will go home next Friday so you can look for the letter in your child's take-home folder.<br /><br />I sent a sheet of paper home regarding Secret <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Santa</span>. On the paper includes the name your child chose along with ideas each kid is interested in. Please let me know if this sheet did not make it home and I will give you another copy. Secret Santa gifts are due Dec. 14, please send gifts to Betsy.<br /><br />Some kids are running out of index cards again, please ask your child if he/she needs more.<br /><br />Monday<br /><br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>science packet due from last Tuesday, I already received a few completed packets</li><li>a new science packet will come home to be returned the following Tuesday</li><li>reading a-z homework</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>library, please bring books back to be returned or renewed</li><li>please bring in a list of family traditions you share around this holiday season, we will do a project based on this in the afternoon</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>there will not be a math timed test today, they will make new flashcards today for next week's test</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>spelling sentences due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li>reading comprehension for homework</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Dolch</span> Test</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>martial arts</li><li>spelling tests</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul><p>Hearts - Wordly Wise Book B list #2</p><p>Stars long vowel u silent e and ue </p><ul><li>cute</li><li>mule</li><li>rule</li><li>rude</li><li>blue</li><li>clue</li><li>due</li><li>fuel</li></ul><p>Circles short vowel review, mix of all short vowels</p><ul><li>bat</li><li>map</li><li>bed</li><li>men</li><li>pig</li><li>sit</li><li>mop</li><li>pot</li><li>cut</li><li>hug</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-2024636163174443505?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-83746605546372537022009-11-30T05:12:00.000-08:002009-11-30T05:17:55.116-08:00I hope everyone had a nice Thanksgiving!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>reading a-z homework</li><li>science packet will go home to be completed and returned by next Tuesday</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li><li>math test for some</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>reading comprehension homework</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Dolch</span> test</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">spellling</span> sentences due</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>martial arts</li><li>spelling tests</li><li>30 minutes of math homework due on Monday</li></ul><p>Please refer to past post regarding spelling lists for this week</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-8374660554637253702?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-77984659464026518372009-11-20T09:57:00.001-08:002009-11-20T10:40:15.275-08:00We had a wonderful Thanksgiving feast together! Everyone had plenty to eat and we all talked about the things we are thankful for. Thank you all so much for contributing to our feast!<br /><br />Have a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving! There is no homework this week, enjoy! I am sending home their new spelling lists to study for the week of December 30.<br /><br />Hearts list A book B<br /><br />Stars long vowel o with silent e<br /><ul><li>note</li><li>pole</li><li>hope</li><li>hole</li><li>rope</li><li>nose</li><li>they</li><li>them</li></ul><p>Circles short vowel u</p><ul><li>hug</li><li>bug</li><li>nut</li><li>bus</li><li>cut</li><li>rug</li><li>pup</li><li>but</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-7798465946402651837?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-69671482514934083372009-11-13T09:12:00.000-08:002009-11-15T09:28:46.503-08:00We will also have a baked ham for our feast. Now we just need stuffing, mashed potatoes, paper plates utensils, and possible yams/sweet potatoes!<br /><br /><br />I hope everyone enjoyed their two days off and got to relax a bit. We were a bit off schedule but we'll be back on next week before our Thanksgiving break. I will not send home math books or reading comp books unless I hear different from you. If you would like the books to come home, please correct as your child works through the books.<br /><br />Your child may have extra assignments for homework in addition to the homework listed below. This will depend on the work we get done in class for social studies, science, and Thanksgiving <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">activities</span>.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes math homework</li></ul>Tuesday<br /><ul><li>reading a-z homework</li><li>math test for those who did not take it last week due to Veteran's Day and me being out on Friday</li></ul>Wednesday<br /><ul><li>we will go to the library, please bring books from last check-out</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li></ul>Thursday<br /><ul><li>spelling sentences due</li><li>reading comp homework</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise homework due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Dolch</span> test</li></ul>Friday<br /><ul><li>Thanksgiving Feast with Group 1 and Group 2 students</li><li>spelling test and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise test</li><li>martial arts</li></ul>Spelling<br />Hearts - <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Wordly</span> Wise list #10<br /><br />Stars - long vowel i with silent e at the end<br /><ul><li>bike</li><li>kite</li><li>pile</li><li>like</li><li>time</li><li>dive</li><li>was<br /></li><li>want</li></ul>Circles - short vowel o, -op family<br /><ul><li>mop</li><li>hop</li><li>pop</li><li>cop</li><li>top<br /></li><li>my<br /></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-6967148251493408337?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-27943355724391183122009-11-07T07:47:00.001-08:002009-11-11T16:43:18.179-08:00As of Wednesday evening, people are bringing in the following items:<br /><br /><ul><li>a turkey</li><li>table clothes</li><li>blueberry pie</li><li>apple pie</li><li>chocolate pie</li><li>pumpkin pie</li><li>cinnamon rolls</li><li>juice</li><li>milk</li><li>water</li><li>rice pilaf</li><li>cranberry sauce</li></ul><p> </p><br />add rice pilaf to the list<br /><br />As of Saturday, November 7 10:47 am<br /><br />Below are the items that people are bringing for the feast.<br /><br /><br /><ul><li>cinnamon rolls</li><li>cranberry sauce</li><li>pumpkin pie</li><li>juice</li><li>chocolate pie</li><li>milk </li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-2794335572439118312?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-30065443571520408292009-11-06T08:09:00.000-08:002009-11-06T10:50:09.532-08:00Although we have a short week next week, the students will bring their math book and reading comprehension book home on Monday to work on during their time off. If your child comes to a new unit in math and you would rather wait until Thursday for me to teach, feel free to skip the new unit but still work in the back of their book where you will find extra practice pages for material that has already been covered.<br /><br /><br />Instead of having reading a-z on Tuesday, we will work on the books Thursday and they will come home that night to be returned on Friday.<br /><br /><br />The students will still have spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise tests on Friday. They should be practicing their words each night. It can be stressful and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">frustrating</span> for them to wait until Wed. or Thurs. night to study. I send new words home on Friday so they have the weekend to practice. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Dolch</span> words should be practiced daily as well.<br /><br />For those who get timed math tests on Wednesday, they will have their test on Friday.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Teacher Development Day - NO SCHOOL</li><li>20 minutes of reading comprehension </li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Veteran's Day - NO SCHOOL</li><li>30 minutes of math</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Dolch</span> test</li><li>we will begin spelling sentences in class, unfinished work will be sent home for homework</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li>reading a-z homework</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li><li>math timed tests</li><li>spelling sentences due</li><li>martial arts</li></ul><p><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Wordly</span> Wise - list #9</p><p>Stars - long vowel e, ea combination</p><ul><li>beat</li><li>team</li><li>seat</li><li>bead</li><li>eat</li><li>peak</li><li>of</li><li>your</li></ul><p>Circles - short vowel i</p><ul><li>sit</li><li>bit</li><li>hit</li><li>fit</li><li>the</li><li>me</li></ul><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-3006544357152040829?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-69581868866929610392009-10-30T06:23:00.000-07:002009-10-30T09:30:42.748-07:00What a fun time we had doing pumpkin math! All the kids did a great job guessing the circumference of their pumpkins as well as guessing the weight of their pumpkins! We did not have enough time to guess how many seeds were inside each pumpkin but the kids learned about the ribs of pumpkins and how seeds grow on each rib inside the pumpkin.<br /><br />As we head into November, we will focus on friendship, what we are thankful for, and helping others.<br /><br />I hope everyone has a happy and safe <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Halloween</span>!<br /><br />Remember to turn your clocks back an hour on Saturday before bedtime!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>reading homework</li><li>social studies homework</li><li>science packet will go home to be completed by next Tuesday</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>math flashcard test for some</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Dolch</span> test, please practice words every night, also please bring baggie and words to school each Thursday</li><li>reading homework</li><li>spelling sentences due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise due</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling tests</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li><li>martial arts</li></ul><p>Spelling words</p><p><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise list #8</p><p>Stars - long vowel e, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">ee</span> combo</p><ul><li>jeep</li><li>need</li><li>seed</li><li>deep</li><li>meet</li><li>feet</li><li>the</li><li>you</li></ul><p>Circles - short vowel e</p><ul><li>wet</li><li>get</li><li>pet</li><li>met</li><li>bet</li><li>vet</li></ul><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-6958186886692961039?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-86984479844352291452009-10-23T10:44:00.000-07:002009-10-23T11:38:13.819-07:00It is hard to believe that we are approaching the last week in October! Our days in Group 1 are flying by! The weather is starting to feel more like fall with very cool mornings. I've mentioned it before but now would be a good time to start sending gloves, mittens, hats, and/or scarves with your child. During morning recess (and even today at lunch recess) some students are cold and not dressed <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">appropriately</span> for the weather.<br /><br />Although the weather was chilly today, we had a great time picking out pumpkins. Some picked out very big pumpkins while others picked out tiny pumpkins. Next week we will weigh our pumpkins, measure the circumference, and decorate them.<br /><br />Thank you for sending in more index cards!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>reading assignment for homework</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">DOLCH</span> TEST - </strong>the test will be given on Wednesday this week instead of Thursday, new words will also be sent home</li><li>math test for some</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li><li>Library day, please bring your books to school</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li>spelling sentences due</li><li> 25 minutes of reading comprehension books for homework</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Halloween party begins at 2:00 and ends at 3:00, your child may wear his/her costume to school as long as it is safe for recess/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">martial</span> arts and not a distraction during class (masks, long capes, etc.) and please no weapons allowed! If your child brings his/her costume to school, they will be able to change into it after lunch/recess</li><li>spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li></ul><p>Wordly Wise list #7</p><p>Stars</p><ul><li>pail</li><li>mail</li><li>tail</li><li>rain</li><li>wait</li><li>air</li><li>me</li><li>my</li></ul><p>Circles</p><ul><li>bat</li><li>sat</li><li>cat</li><li>hat</li><li>mat</li><li>fat</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-8698447984435229145?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-5215969887714989162009-10-16T05:19:00.000-07:002009-10-16T09:38:19.980-07:00Group 1 enjoyed their trip to the library this week and it looks like they picked out some fun books! Instead of going every other Tuesday, we will be going on Wednesday mornings instead. Our next library visit will be on October 28.<br /><br />Today I am sending home a monster project for the kids to work on through the week. There are questions they have to answer in complete sentences. The project is due next Friday, October 23.<br /><br /><br />With <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Dolch</span> words, spelling words, and math facts, the kids have been using lots of index cards. Please ask your child if he/she needs more cards for school, I know that some of the kids are running low or are out of cards. If you would like to purchase an extra pack, I would be happy to write their name on it and store it here at school.<br /><br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym, dress appropriately</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">reading</span> assignment for homework</li><li>science packet due from last Tuesday</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">addition</span> flashcard test for some</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">activities </span>due</li><li>spelling sentences due</li><li>reading assignment for homework</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Dolch</span> word test</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>martial arts</li><li>spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li><li>monster project due</li><li>we will go to Connor's Farm to pick pumpkins, the pumpkins will stay here until the end of next week since we plan to do math activities and art with our pumpkins</li></ul><br /><p><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Wordly</span> Wise list #6</p><br /><p>Spelling words</p><br /><p>Stars- long vowel "a" with a silent "e" at the end</p><ul><li>make</li><li>late</li><li>sale</li><li>vase</li><li>cake</li><li>date</li></ul><br /><p>Circles - short vowel "a" </p><ul><li>had</li><li>mad</li><li>bad</li><li>sad</li><li>dad</li><li>pad</li></ul><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-521596988771498916?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-86691965419371511522009-10-09T07:30:00.000-07:002009-10-09T08:14:15.024-07:00<blockquote></blockquote><ul><li>What a fun-filled week we had in Group 1! We had beautiful weather for apple picking and the kids all had a great time filling their bags to the top! With all the apples I picked, I found this web site for different <a href="http://southernfood.about.com/od/apples/a/aa092803a.htm">apple recipes </a>if you are interested. The group snack was a hit, everyone enjoyed contributing their portion into the bowl and enjoyed it even more when they got to eat the snack. Thank you all for making the snack possible! After our spelling test we ventured back to Connor's Farm to explore the corn maze with Group 2 and high school, we all had a wonderful time! I hope you all enjoy the weekend!</li></ul><br />Monday<br /><p>NO SCHOOL/COLUMBUS DAY however; the students still have 30 minutes of math for homework</p><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>over the weekend please find a picture of an arctic animal and bring it in for science, the internet would be a great resource</li><li>we are going to the library please bring in your library card if you haven't already done so</li><li>reading assignment for homework</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>pajama day</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li>math addition flashcard test</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>spelling sentences due</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise activities due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Dolch</span> word test</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise test</li><li>Martial Arts</li><li>30 minutes of math homework over the weekend</li></ul><p>Wordly Wise list #5</p><p>Stars</p><ul><li>bug</li><li>hug</li><li>sun</li><li>run</li><li>nut</li><li>cut</li></ul><p>Circles</p><p>Same words as last week</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-8669196541937151152?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-90517566546584397122009-10-02T06:03:00.000-07:002009-10-02T11:19:10.300-07:00What a busy week we had in Group 1! We had a good time talking about fall and looking at all the different signs of fall.<br /><br /><br />I cannot believe September is past us and we are in to October already. We have lots of fun things planned this month so I'm sure this month will fly by too!<br /><br /><br />If your child does not have a library card, please get one before October 13 since we will be going to the library that day.<br /><br /><br />Since Groups 3-5 will be away at <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Hulbert</span> this week, we are trying to incorporate some fun activities into our curriculum.<br /><br />Monday<br /><br /><ul><li>Gym</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>cheese pizza and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">picnic</span> for lunch, if your child does not want pizza please send in a lunch</li><li>reading assignment for homework</li><li>social studies p. 14 and p. 15 for homework</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li><a href="http://www.connorsfarm.com/apples.htm">apple picking</a> at Connor's Farm, we will walk to Connor's farm in the afternoon with Group 2 for some apple picking</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li><li>math flashcard test for those in pink book</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Group snack and an afternoon movie, please refer to the <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">flyer</span> sent home to see what your child should bring for our group snack</li><li>NO early dismissal, school will be dismissed at 2:45</li><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Dolch</span> Word test</li><li>spelling sentences due</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Wordly</span> Wise/spelling test</li><li>C<a href="http://www.connorsfarm.com/"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">orn</span> maze </a>at Connor's Farm with High School and Group 2</li><li>Martial Arts</li></ul><p>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Wordly</span> Wise</p><p><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Wordly</span> Wise list #4</p><p>Stars</p><ul><li>mom</li><li>hop</li><li>got</li><li>off</li><li>hot</li><li>pop</li></ul><p>Circles</p><ul><li>as</li><li>am</li><li>hat</li><li>bat</li><li>sat</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-9051756654658439712?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-75110576539633025922009-09-25T09:18:00.000-07:002009-09-25T12:24:47.313-07:00It was nice to see you at Back to School Night. After reading the packet if you have any further questions please feel free to call or email me.<br /><br /><br /><br />For those who couldn't attend, each week your child will come home with 7 <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Dolch</span> words. I will test them the following week. The test will be to read the words immediately after holding up a flashcard. We planned to write the words down yesterday but ran out of time so your child will come home with the words today. Each set of words are in a <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">ziplock</span> baggie. Please do not throw the baggie away as I plan to reuse it throughout the year with new words. If you plan to keep the words at home, please send the baggie and words back to school every Thursday.<br /><br /><br /><br />Since I update the blog on Fridays and cannot predict the upcoming week, please refer to your child's assignment book for all assignments. There may be an extra assignment during the week that was not posted on the blog.<br /><br /><br /><br />The mornings have been cooler and the weather is more fall-like outside. Please send a jacket or sweatshirt to school for those cooler morning recesses.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li><li>gym - dress <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">appropriately</span></li><li>practice spelling words</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>for <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">science</span> bring in a large sized leaf, <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">preferably</span> soft (not dried up.) We are doing a science activity with leaves.</li><li>reading assignment for homework</li><li>social studies p. 14 and 15</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>math test for those working on addition flashcards, 4's and 5's</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li><li>we will have time in class to work on spelling sentences, any unfinished work will go home for homework</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>all <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Wordly</span> Wise assignments due for list #3</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Dolch</span> word test, please return cards and baggies to school</li><li>spelling sentences due</li><li>reading assignment for homework</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Wordly</span> Wise test</li><li>Picture day</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li></ul><p><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Wordly</span> Wise list #3</p><p>Spelling words</p><p>Stars</p><ul><li>big</li><li>it</li><li>him</li><li>sit</li><li>pig</li><li>is</li></ul><p>Circles</p><ul><li>a</li><li>I</li><li>am</li><li>at</li><li>as</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-7511057653963302592?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-48154522776527608402009-09-18T06:05:00.000-07:002009-09-18T11:15:58.777-07:00We had a busy week and we are back into the swings of things!<br /><br />Remember to check a day ahead in your assignment book for any assignments given. Everyone has 30 minutes of math this weekend that is due Monday. For those working on flashcards, continue to practice daily in addition to your 30 minutes of math. `<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li><li>Gym and movement - dress <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">appropriately</span></li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise p. 10 due</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise p. 11 for homework</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Back to School Night - I hope to see you all at 6:15</li><li>Reading assignment for homework</li><li>First day of fall - please bring in 3 signs of fall (leaf, acorn, etc.)</li><li>Social Studies p.6 and 7 for homework</li><li>Science packets due from last week (seasons)</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Math test for those who are doing flashcards</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise p. 12 and 13 for homework</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Spelling Sentences due - we will have time in class on Wed. to get started</li><li>Reading assignment</li><li>First set of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Dolch</span> words go home to study</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Wordly</span> Wise test</li><li>Martial arts</li><li>30 minutes of math for homework due Monday</li></ul><p><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Wordly</span> Wise list two</p><p>Spelling words</p><ul><li>yes</li><li>hen</li><li>get</li><li>bed</li><li>men</li><li>wet</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-4815452277652760840?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-69902267664497767152009-09-11T06:04:00.000-07:002009-09-11T12:04:00.770-07:00Welcome to Group 1! We are off to a great start and have been working hard. We already established a routine in our class and the students are adjusting well.<br /><br />For those of you who drop your student off before 8:00, the early drop-off room is in the sun room in the farm house. Early drop-off is designed so teachers can have time to plan for the day. At 8:00 all students will be sent to their classrooms.<br /><br />I look forward to seeing you all at the family picnic on Sunday!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym - Students do not need to wear a collard shirt on Mondays. Please wear sneakers and dress appropriately.</li><li>30 minutes of math homework</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise, complete page 4</li><li>Spelling, write each word 4 times</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Social Studies page 4 in workbook</li><li>Reading homework will also be assigned</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Worldy</span> Wise, complete page 5</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Pirate Day! Dress like a pirate and practice your best, "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">arrrrggggg</span>"</li><li>30 minutes of math</li><li>At home, reinforce what it means to respect others</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Worldy</span> Wise, complete page 6 and 7</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Pizza money due</li><li>Spelling Sentences Due (I will go over the expectations with the students and <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">at least</span> one sentence will be done in class for an example)</li><li>Reading homework will be assigned</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li><li>Martial Arts, dress appropriately</li><li>30 minutes of math</li></ul><p>Use this website to <a href="http://www.sd5.k12.mt.us/elrod/multiage/Spelling.html">practice spelling words</a> at home. We use some of these activities in class as well.</p><p>Wordly Wise list 1</p><p>Spelling words</p><ul><li>at</li><li>mad</li><li>and</li><li>can </li><li>had</li><li>sat</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-6990226766449776715?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-51019424335524238002009-05-29T07:08:00.000-07:002009-05-31T04:37:41.423-07:00I cannot believe that we are at the end of the year! We had a great year in Group 1 and look forward to another great year starting in <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">September</span>.<br /><br /><br />Your child will have a reading assignment for the summer, more information to follow at conferences and you will receive an email from Betsy in mid-June.<br /><br /><br />I hope you all enjoy your summer!<br /><br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>gym</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Picnic on school grounds, a treat to follow!</li><li>We will begin cleaning up our room in the afternoon. If you have any old rags or sponges please send them in. Also, please send in an extra bag for their belongings to be sent home.</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Last day of school. <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Dismissal</span> at 1:00</li></ul><p>Thursday, </p><ul><li>Field day, drop off is at 9:00</li><li>BBQ lunch begins at noon</li><li>Ice cream sundaes at 12:30</li><li>Awards ceremony begins at 1:00</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Graduation</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-5101942433552423800?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-75323451366261978522009-05-21T11:42:00.000-07:002009-05-24T04:22:00.914-07:00We had a great picnic together last Thursday! We saw a huge tortoise, snake, hawks, and many inchworms.<br /><br />We are <span style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: #ffff00">quickly</span> approaching the end of the year, this week will be the last week for spelling and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise tests.<br /><br />Enjoy the Memorial Day weekend!<br /><br />Monday - NO SCHOOL - MEMORIAL DAY<br /><br />Tuesday<br /><ul><li>Continue writing poems</li><li>Afternoon theme</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Read In - bring books, a pillow, a blanket, and a stuffed <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">animal</span> to school</li><li>half the afternoon we will do science, the other half we will focus on social studies</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>weather pending, we will have a picnic at school with preschool</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Martial Arts</li><li>last spelling test for everyone</li></ul><p><strong>Spelling Words</strong></p><p><strong>Triangle and Square - next list in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise</strong></p><p><strong>Circle - "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">qu</span>"</strong></p><ul><li><strong>quit</strong></li><li><strong>quiet</strong></li><li><strong>quilt</strong></li><li><strong>queen</strong></li><li><strong>quack</strong></li><li><strong>quick</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Heart - months of the year</strong></p><ul><li><strong>January</strong></li><li><strong>February</strong></li><li><strong>March</strong></li><li><strong>April</strong></li><li><strong>May</strong></li><li><strong>June</strong></li><li><strong>July</strong></li><li><strong>August</strong></li><li><strong>September</strong></li><li><strong>October</strong></li><li><strong>November</strong></li><li><strong>December</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Rectangle - "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">nd</span>" "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">nt</span>" endings</strong></p><ul><li><strong>and</strong></li><li><strong>pond</strong></li><li><strong>hand</strong></li><li><strong>sent</strong></li><li><strong>went</strong></li><li><strong>mint</strong></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-7532345136626197852?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-46195692172586808342009-05-15T05:59:00.000-07:002009-05-15T07:08:43.501-07:00Testing is over and all the students did a wonderful job staying focused! I will go over the results during conferences on June 10.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym</li><li>For those in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise, please complete the first activity</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Ocean theme</li><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/paralyze">paralyze</a> (thanks again to Zoe for our word of the week!)</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Science <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">experiments</span></li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>The weather is suppose to be very nice and sunny so we will go on a picnic to Bradley State Park for lunch. Pack a lunch that does not require warming up. Please wear sunscreen to school.</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li><li>Martial Arts</li></ul><p><strong>Spelling Words</strong></p><p><strong>Triangle and Square - next list in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise</strong></p><p><strong>Rectangle "ch" digraph</strong></p><ul><li><strong>chip</strong></li><li><strong>chop</strong></li><li><strong>champ</strong></li><li><strong>lunch</strong></li><li><strong>much</strong></li><li><strong>such</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Circles - change the "y" to "i" and add "es"</strong></p><ul><li><strong>try</strong></li><li><strong>tries</strong></li><li><strong>dry</strong></li><li><strong>dries</strong></li><li><strong>cherry</strong></li><li><strong>cherries</strong></li><li><strong>puppy</strong></li><li><strong>puppies</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Hearts - compound words</strong></p><ul><li><strong>sunshine</strong></li><li><strong>popcorn</strong></li><li><strong>myself</strong></li><li><strong>ladybug</strong></li><li><strong>football</strong></li><li><strong>outside</strong></li><li><strong>baseball</strong></li><li><strong>cowboy</strong></li><li><strong>upstairs</strong></li><li><strong>raindrop</strong></li></ul><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-4619569217258680834?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-17516737288432652592009-05-08T06:13:00.000-07:002009-05-10T08:55:40.065-07:00Happy Mother's Day!<br /><br /><br />The next few (and last) weeks of school are busy and will go by fast! Monday-Wednesday this week will by all school testing days. We will test the students in the morning and resume regular classes in the afternoon.<br /><br /><br />As the days warm up, the students can become quite thirsty. Rather than up and down to the drinking fountain, they are more than welcome to come with a water bottle to school. Please fill the bottle with water only.<br /><br />Due to picture day last Friday, we ran out of time for the library. Bryan is taking all books back this week. If your student has not returned their book yet, please do so by Tuesday. We will not be going to the library for check-out again this year, we will resume in September.<br /><br /><br />Monday<br /><br /><ul><li>NO GYM</li><li>Testing in the am</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Testing in the am</li><li>Afternoon theme</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Testing in the am</li><li>Art show starting at 1 pm</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Open house in the am, Group 1 and Group 2 together for math, writing and part of reading</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Martial Arts</li><li>Spelling and Wordly Wise test</li></ul><p><strong>Spelling Words</strong></p><p><strong>Triangle and Square - next Wordly Wise list</strong></p><p><strong>Rectangle - "th" digraph</strong></p><ul><li><strong>thin</strong></li><li><strong>the</strong></li><li><strong>math</strong></li><li><strong>bath</strong></li><li><strong>with</strong></li><li><strong>then</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Heart -"qu" and "-ould"</strong></p><ul><li><strong>quiet</strong></li><li><strong>quilt</strong></li><li><strong>queen</strong></li><li><strong>quit</strong></li><li><strong>quarter</strong></li><li><strong>quack</strong></li><li><strong>question</strong></li><li><strong>could</strong></li><li><strong>would</strong></li><li><strong>should</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Circle - hard and soft "g"</strong></p><ul><li><strong>game</strong></li><li><strong>give</strong></li><li><strong>good</strong></li><li><strong>hang</strong></li><li><strong>huge</strong></li><li><strong>large</strong></li><li><strong>magic</strong></li><li><strong>germ</strong></li></ul><p><strong></strong></p><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-1751673728843265259?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-49984706362508487522009-05-03T05:16:00.000-07:002009-05-03T05:35:13.980-07:00I am very proud of each student for the wonderful job on their science fair project. It was exciting to see the students explain their presentations for taping and answer questions during the actual science fair. We have some future <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">scientists</span> blooming!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym</li><li>If your child is in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise, please complete the first activity in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise book. Everyone else, please do rainbow words with your new spelling words (each students is aware of rainbow words.) </li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Picture Day!! I received some picture forms, if you need a new form please see Betsy.</li><li>New theme on Ocean Life</li><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/hasty">hasty</a></li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>No school - Teacher Development Day</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Literary Character Day - dress up as one of your favorite characters from a book</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Library - Due to picture day on Tuesday, no school on Wednesday, and a shorter day on Thursday, we will go to the library today.</li><li>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise test </li></ul><p><strong>Spelling Words</strong></p><p><strong>Triangle/Square - next <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Wordly</span> Wise list</strong></p><p><strong>Circle - hard and soft "c"</strong></p><ul><li><strong>club</strong></li><li><strong>call</strong></li><li><strong>cube</strong></li><li><strong>come</strong></li><li><strong>mice</strong></li><li><strong>cent</strong></li><li><strong>slice</strong></li><li><strong>place</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Rectangle - "sh" <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">digraph</span></strong></p><ul><li><strong>ship</strong></li><li><strong>shot</strong></li><li><strong>she</strong></li><li><strong>fish</strong></li><li><strong>rush</strong></li><li><strong>wish</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Heart - plural endings, change the "y" to "i" and add "es"</strong></p><ul><li><strong>try</strong></li><li><strong>tries</strong></li><li><strong>cry</strong></li><li><strong>cries</strong></li><li><strong>cherry</strong></li><li><strong>cherries</strong></li><li><strong>baby</strong></li><li><strong>babies</strong></li><li><strong>puppy </strong></li><li><strong>puppies</strong></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-4998470636250848752?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-80144060988857079292009-04-24T06:11:00.000-07:002009-04-24T06:33:01.296-07:00Finally some sunny, warm weather! I hope everyone is enjoying the outdoors and soaking up the sun! With warmer weather on the way, a friendly reminder to put sunscreen on your child at home or you are welcome to send it to school. We will take advantage of the sun and enjoy picnics and some learning outside as well.<br /><br />We had a very busy week with the library and a trip to see <em>Earth. </em>Everyone had a good time at the movies and learned how life is in the wild. The movie was wonderful and I would recommend it to anyone! Now we are back to business in the classroom this upcoming week!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Last day for spring theme</li><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/amiable">amiable</a></li><li>Lunch picnic, weather permitting</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Science</li><li>Practice presenting your projects at home</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Taping for the science fair. Bring your science fair project to school, you do not need to bring your snack until the actual science fair on Friday</li><li>Please make sure to turn pizza money in on Thursdays</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise test</li><li>Science fair 1:00-2:30</li></ul><p><strong>Spelling words</strong></p><p><strong>Triangle/Squares - next W<span style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: #ffff00">ordly Wise list</span></strong></p><p><strong>Circles - sounds of y at the end of a word</strong></p><ul><li><strong>my</strong></li><li><strong>cry</strong></li><li><strong>shy</strong></li><li><strong>fly</strong></li><li><strong>baby</strong></li><li><strong>happy</strong></li><li><strong>story</strong></li><li><strong>pretty</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Hearts - hard/soft g</strong></p><ul><li><strong>game</strong></li><li><strong>give</strong></li><li><strong>good</strong></li><li><strong>hang</strong></li><li><strong>huge</strong></li><li><strong>large</strong></li><li><strong>magic</strong></li><li><strong>germ</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Rectangle - long vowel "u"</strong></p><ul><li><strong>mule</strong></li><li><strong>cute</strong></li><li><strong>rude</strong></li><li><strong>rule</strong></li><li><strong>blue</strong></li><li><strong>true</strong></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-8014406098885707929?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-16493032193704497212009-04-17T07:57:00.000-07:002009-04-19T07:41:07.313-07:00Enjoy the day before the rains come!<br /><br />Everyone did a wonderful job presenting their natural disaster projects to the class! Many of you put in a lot of time and effort, nice job!<br /><br /><br /><br />Speaking of projects, don't forget that Group 1 has their science fair on May 1 but the projects need to be done and brought to school on April 30 for taping. A form was sent home regarding the science fair, I forgot to mention snacks. Everyone should have a snack to go along with their science fair project's theme. Example: if your project is about outer space then you could have milky way candy bars, be creative! Please see me if you have any questions.<br /><br /><br /><br />Monday<br /><br /><ul><li>No school - Patriot's Day, good luck to anyone who is running the marathon!</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Library - since we have a field trip planned for Wednesday, we will visit the library today</li><li>Word of the week -<a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/benevolent">benevolent</a> </li><li>Spring theme</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Field trip to Liberty Tree Mall to see Disney's Earth movie</li><li>Science and social studies</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Open Classroom, Group 1 and Group 2 will be together for math, writing, and part of reading<br /></li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Martial Arts</li><li>Spelling and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span></span> Wise tests</li></ul><p><strong>Spelling Words</strong></p><p><strong>Triangle/Squares next <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">wordly</span></span> wise list</strong></p><p><strong>Circles "oi" and "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">oy</span></span>" sounds</strong></p><ul><li><strong>coin</strong></li><li><strong>boil</strong></li><li><strong>spoil</strong></li><li><strong>noise</strong></li><li><strong>boy</strong></li><li><strong>toy</strong></li><li><strong>oyster</strong></li><li><strong>enjoy</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Hearts hard and soft "c"</strong></p><ul><li><strong>place</strong></li><li><strong>slice</strong></li><li><strong>mice</strong></li><li><strong>cent</strong></li><li><strong>call</strong></li><li><strong>cube</strong></li><li><strong>come</strong></li><li><strong>club</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Rectangle long vowel "i"</strong></p><ul><br /><li><strong>bike</strong></li><li><strong>hike</strong></li><li><strong>pile</strong></li><li><strong>kite</strong></li><li><strong>time</strong></li><li><strong>hive</strong></li><li><strong>pie</strong></li><li><strong>lie</strong></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-1649303219370449721?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-69119209313087136572009-04-10T10:59:00.001-07:002009-04-12T14:29:17.716-07:00I hope everyone is enjoying the weekend together!<br /><br />We had a great turn out with Group 5 helping get our science fair projects off to a good start. Some kids finished while others were brainstorming and putting together their ideas for their boards. Everyone worked well together and got a lot accomplished!<br /><br />As the blog mentioned last week, we were suppose to dye eggs as a class but the eggs have to be boiled in order for us to dye them....duh!!! I picked the eggs up on my way to work on Friday morning (along with the dye) and realized "how am I going to boil them?" Much apologies, my brain wasn't thinking and I did not plan very well!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire</li><li>Enjoy a peach, today is national peach cobble day!</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/ascertain">Ascertain</a></li><li>Theme study - spring</li><li>Hopefully we'll finish our group auction project</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>In the afternoon we are going to do both social studies and science since we didn't get to science last week due to Group 5 working with us on our science fair projects</li><li>Natural Disaster projects due</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Math with high school</li><li>Read to preschool</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>SILENT AUCTION NIGHT!!!!!</li><li>Spelling/Wordy Wise tests</li><li>Martial Arts</li><li>Group 5 made geography books for Group 1 so they will come in to our room and read them to us</li></ul><br /><p><strong>Spelling Words</strong><br /><br /></p><p><strong>Triangles and Squares - next <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise list</strong><br /><br /></p><p><strong>Rectangle - long vowel e</strong><br /><br /></p><ul><li><strong>meet</strong></li><li><strong>need </strong></li><li><strong>keep</strong></li><li><strong>peek</strong></li><li><strong>eat</strong></li><li><strong>read</strong></li><li><strong>heat</strong></li><li><strong>seat</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Circles - "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">ar</span>" "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">ir</span>"</strong><br /><br /></p><ul><li><strong>dark</strong></li><li><strong>shark</strong></li><li><strong>park</strong></li><li><strong>march</strong></li><li><strong>shirt</strong></li><li><strong>dirt</strong></li><li><strong>girl</strong></li><li><strong>bird</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Hearts - two sounds of y at the end of a word</strong><br /><br /></p><p><strong>one syllable - y= long i</strong></p><p><strong>two syllable - y=long e</strong><br /></p><ul><li><strong>cry</strong></li><li><strong>my</strong></li><li><strong>by</strong></li><li><strong>dry</strong></li><li><strong>shy</strong></li><li><strong>baby</strong></li><li><strong>happy</strong></li><li><strong>pretty</strong></li><li><strong>story</strong></li><li><strong>city</strong></li></ul><p><br />Happy Sunday!</p><p>-Melissa<br /></p><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-6911920931308713657?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-68172621806861076712009-04-03T07:10:00.000-07:002009-04-05T06:53:35.207-07:00Although it doesn't feel like spring out, Group 1 has been busy writing about spring and exploring the signs of spring, hopefully we'll have some spring-like weather soon!<br /><br />Last week, Group 1, Group 2, and Preschool got together to decorate paper eggs. The eggs turned out great, lots of creativity and color brighten our door! It is wonderful to see the different ages work together!<br /><br />The next few weeks will be busy as we are preparing for the science fair and our collaborative Group project for the auction.<br /><br />Monday<br /><br /><ul><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire</li><li>Red <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Sox</span></span> Day!!! Wear Red <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Sox</span></span> attire or colors to school. Hot dogs and chips will be served during lunch. An email went out on Thursday for you to place an order. Bring your own drink to school.</li></ul><br /><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/befriend">befriend</a> (this word was requested by Zoe <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Blazzard</span></span>) Thanks Zoe!</li><li>Will we spend the afternoon working on our Group auction item!</li></ul><p>Wednesday<br /></p><ul><li><strong>Preparation for the Science Fair!</strong> Bring materials and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">tri</span></span>-fold board to school. Group 5 will help organize boards. </li><li>Library, please bring books to return</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Group 2 Geography quiz</li><li>Math with high school</li><li>read to preschool</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Martial Arts</li><li>Spelling test/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Wordly</span></span> Wise test</li><li>Math centers and dye eggs</li></ul><p><strong>Spelling Words</strong><br /></p><p><strong>Triangles and Squares, next <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">wordly</span></span> wise list</strong></p><br /><p><strong>Circles "or" "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">ur</span></span>"</strong><br /></p><ul><li><strong>fork</strong></li><li><strong>born</strong></li><li><strong>corn</strong></li><li><strong>port</strong></li><li><strong>turn</strong></li><li><strong>hurt</strong></li><li><strong>fur</strong></li><li><strong>burn</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Hearts "oi" "<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7"><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">oy</span></span>"</strong><br /></p><ul><li><strong>coin</strong></li><li><strong>boil</strong></li><li><strong>spoil</strong></li><li><strong>noise</strong></li><li><strong>toy</strong></li><li><strong>boy</strong></li><li><strong>enjoy</strong></li><li><strong>oyster</strong></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-6817262180686107671?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-47701094252864513222009-03-27T04:49:00.000-07:002009-03-29T07:20:09.305-07:00Our first week back was a good one and seemed to go by fast. March is quickly coming to an end with April approaching. We have fun things planned for April with spring in mind.<br /><br /><br /><br />A <span style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: #ffff00">notice</span> went home on Friday regarding the science fair. After reading it, please contact me with any questions you may have. Group 5 will come in to work with Group 1 on April 8 during science time. During this time, Group 5 will help Group 1 organize their materials and get them started on their <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">tri-fold</span> boards. This will be the only class time to work on their science fair projects, all unfinished work needs to be done at home. Please start thinking of a topic for the science fair, I know that some of the kids already have a topic picked out.<br /><br /><br /><br />I hope everyone had a nice weekend!<br /><br /><br /><br />Monday<br /><br /><ul><br /><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire to school</li></ul><br /><p>Tuesday<br /></p><ul><li>Our new "spring" theme will begin</li><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/balmy">balmy</a></li></ul><br /><p>Wednesday<br /></p><ul><li>April Fool's Day!!!!</li><li>Science </li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Math with high school</li><li>project with preschool</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Martial Arts</li><li>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise test<br /></li></ul><p><strong>Spelling Words</strong></p><br /><p><strong>Squares and Triangles, next <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise list</strong></p><br /><p><strong>Circles</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li><strong>loud</strong></li><br /><li><strong>sound</strong></li><br /><li><strong>house</strong></li><br /><li><strong>mouse</strong></li><br /><li><strong>round</strong></li><br /><li><strong>ouch</strong></li><br /><li><strong>you</strong></li><br /><li><strong>your</strong></li></ul><br /><p><strong>Hearts</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li><strong>car</strong></li><br /><li><strong>shark</strong></li><br /><li><strong>dark</strong></li><br /><li><strong>part</strong></li><br /><li><strong>girl</strong></li><br /><li><strong>bird</strong></li><br /><li><strong>dirt</strong></li><br /><li><strong>shirt</strong></li></ul><br /><p><strong><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Rectagles</span></strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li><strong>up </strong></li><br /><li><strong>fun</strong></li><br /><li><strong>sun</strong></li><br /><li><strong>cup</strong></li><br /><li><strong>pup</strong></li><br /><li><strong>tub</strong></li><br /><li><strong>us</strong></li><br /><li><strong>bus</strong></li></ul><br /><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-4770109425286451322?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-12758379556139330742009-03-22T06:13:00.000-07:002009-03-22T06:24:41.779-07:00Welcome back from spring break, I hope everyone had a wonderful time and got to relax a bit too! I am anxious to see all the kiddos and looking forward to a busy few months before summer break begins.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>New spelling words will be passed out (I apologize for not posting them on the blog this week, they are sitting on my desk at school.) We will spend extra class time studying the words due to the shorter amount of time before the test on Friday.</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>We will go to the library, please bring books back </li><li>Spring project with preschool</li><li>Science - if the weather permits we will go outside, explore the signs of spring, and collect our findings</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Open classrooms, we will spend the morning with Group 2 for math, writing, and reading</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Martial Arts</li><li>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li></ul><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-1275837955613933074?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-7305055499139970692009-02-27T10:46:00.001-08:002009-03-01T05:34:35.300-08:00Gross week was a blast and we had a great time eating our kitty litter cake and feeling slimy/gooey things with our hands. Some of the children have wonderful imaginations!<br /><br /><br /><br />We planned to eat green eggs and ham last Thursday but since I will be here on Monday (helping out while the rest of the school is at dress rehearsal and it's Dr. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Suess</span>' birthday) we will eat green eggs and ham on Monday and celebrate Dr. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Suess</span> with various activities.<br /><br /><br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym at school - dress appropriately, if it snows like the forecast says, we may sled at school so please bring appropriate attire</li><br /><li>Dr. <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Suess</span> activities </li></ul><br /><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Although St. Patrick's day is two weeks away, we will focus on St. Patty's Day activities since we will be on spring break for the actual holiday</li><br /><li>word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/baffled">baffled</a></li><br /><li>School Play, "Kids Rule" 7:30pm at Hogan</li></ul><br /><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Library, please bring books to school for return</li><br /><li>Social Studies - We will begin a unit on Life Skills</li></ul><br /><p>Thursday </p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">High school</span> will join us for math buddies</li><br /><li>YMCA</li></ul><br /><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li><br /><li>Martial Arts</li></ul><br /><p><strong><em>Spelling Words</em></strong></p><br /><p><strong>Square and Triangle</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li><strong>Next <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Wordly</span> Wise list</strong></li></ul><br /><p><strong>Heart - sound of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">ou</span></strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li><strong>loud</strong></li><br /><li><strong>sound</strong></li><br /><li><strong>ouch</strong></li><br /><li><strong>round</strong></li><br /><li><strong>mouse</strong></li><br /><li><strong>out</strong></li><br /><li><strong>house</strong></li><br /><li><strong>proud</strong></li></ul><br /><p><strong>Circle - sounds of <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">oo</span></strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li><strong>moon </strong></li><br /><li><strong>pool</strong></li><br /><li><strong>soon</strong></li><br /><li><strong>booth</strong></li><br /><li><strong>good</strong></li><br /><li><strong>shook</strong></li><br /><li><strong>book</strong></li><br /><li><strong>hood</strong></li></ul><br /><p><strong>Rectangle - short vowel i</strong></p><br /><ul><br /><li><strong>big</strong></li><br /><li><strong>sit</strong></li><br /><li><strong>in</strong></li><br /><li><strong>him</strong></li><br /><li><strong>if</strong></li><br /><li><strong>did</strong></li><br /><li><strong>tin</strong></li><br /><li><strong>pig</strong></li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-730505549913997069?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-56964558423057517852009-02-22T05:01:00.000-08:002009-02-22T08:08:44.804-08:00The kids have been focused and working hard since being back from their long break in December. To get us through the next few weeks before spring break, we will look forward to a "gross" theme this upcoming week. Each day, except for Monday, will feature something new.<br /><br />Since I am asking each student to bring an item to share for our friendship theme (which is usually on Tuesday) and I would like to give an extra day notice, I am switching science to Tuesday and Friendship theme to Wednesday this week.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym- wear appropriate attire</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>We will make "<a href="http://www.familycorner.com/family/kids/recipes/halloweenparty.shtml">kitty litter cake</a>" for a snack</li><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/vulgar">vulgar</a></li><li>Science - we already made one kind of slime, we will make a different form of slime and goo</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Experiment with our senses - the kids will touch different "feel boxes" to determine the contents, we will also examine gross smells</li><li>Friendship theme - we will build on group cooperation skills and make a friendship gorp See below for which item your child should bring to share</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>In lieu of Dr. Seuss' upcoming birthday, we will read some of his stories and taste green eggs and ham</li><li>Activity with preschool</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Martial arts - Please make sure your child is dressed comfortably, they are <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">learning</span> skills which require various body movements. Some children have been wearing restricting clothes which makes it difficult to participate</li><li>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise test</li><li> Gross activity to be determined by the students</li></ul><p><strong>Spelling Words</strong></p><p><strong>Hearts - two sounds of "ow"</strong></p><ul><li><strong>how</strong></li><li><strong>cow</strong></li><li><strong>now</strong></li><li><strong>town</strong></li><li><strong>slow</strong></li><li><strong>grow</strong></li><li><strong>snow</strong></li><li><strong>below</strong></li><li><strong>snowplow</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Circles - long vowel u</strong></p><ul><li><strong>mule</strong></li><li><strong>rule</strong></li><li><strong>rude</strong></li><li><strong>cute</strong></li><li><strong>use</strong></li><li><strong>true</strong></li><li><strong>blue</strong></li><li><strong>fuel</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Rectangle - short vowel e</strong></p><ul><li><strong>get</strong></li><li><strong>bed</strong></li><li><strong>yes</strong></li><li><strong>pen</strong></li><li><strong>let</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Triangle &amp; Square</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Next <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise list</strong></li></ul><p><strong>GORP ITEMS TO BRING TO SCHOOL</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Aidan - <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">pretzel</span> sticks</strong></li><li><strong>Freddie &amp; <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Elodie</span> - m&amp;ms</strong></li><li><strong>Samantha - dried cranberries</strong></li><li><strong>Zoe - chocolate chips</strong><strong> </strong></li><li><strong>Ben - coconut flakes</strong></li><li><strong>Brenna - banana chips</strong></li><li><strong>Nathan - goldfish crackers</strong></li><li><strong>Chris - rice <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">chex</span> (generic brand is just fine!)</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Please let me know if your child cannot eat any of the above items!</strong></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-5696455842305751785?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-37763162363313376052009-02-15T04:22:00.000-08:002009-02-15T04:54:04.730-08:00I hope everyone had a wonderful Valentine's Day! We had a great time during our class party on Friday. They were so excited to get Valentine's but more excited to pass them out!<br /><br />After the week's events, I will begin to write down each spelling list for the week. Since I have 5 different spelling lists, your child is given a shape to make giving the tests easier. Your child knows his/her shape but if for some reason forgot, please contact me. I will not list the words for <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise students, their words are always the next list.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>No school in honor of President's Day</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Word of the week, keen, I completely forgot to give the word last week so it is the same word I posted last</li><li>Friendship activities for theme project</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>We will go to the library, please remember your books</li><li><a href="http://www.brighthub.com/education/k-12/articles/9384.aspx">Science</a>, experimenting with yeast</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Open House, we will spend the morning with Group 2</li><li>Crazy Hat day, wear your craziest hat to school</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Martial Arts</li><li>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li></ul><p><strong>Spelling Words</strong></p><p><strong>Heart </strong></p><ul><li><strong>good </strong></li><li><strong>shook</strong></li><li><strong>stood</strong></li><li><strong>book</strong></li><li><strong>pool</strong></li><li><strong>soon</strong></li><li><strong>moon</strong></li><li><strong>shampoo</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Circle</strong></p><ul><li><strong>note</strong></li><li><strong>bone</strong></li><li><strong>go</strong></li><li><strong>no</strong></li><li><strong>hope</strong></li><li><strong>nose</strong></li><li><strong>pole</strong></li><li><strong>so</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Rectangle</strong></p><ul><li><strong>can</strong></li><li><strong>had</strong></li><li><strong>map</strong></li><li><strong>bat</strong></li><li><strong>fan</strong></li><li><strong>and</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Triangle</strong></p><p><strong><em>Next <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Wordly</span> Wise list</em></strong></p><p><strong>Square</strong></p><p><strong><em>Next <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise list</em></strong></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-3776316236331337605?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-17887184113717350522009-02-08T09:14:00.000-08:002009-02-08T09:40:56.181-08:00Please remember to bring a box to school by Tuesday, February 10 if you have not done so yet. We will be making Valentine boxes on Tuesday afternoon.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire to school</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/keen">keen</a></li><li>We will make our Valentine boxes in the afternoon in preparation for our party on Friday</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Spelling Sentences, any unfinished work will be homework</li><li>Social Studies, we will focus on President's Day</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Valentine activity with preschool</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise test</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Marital</span> Arts</li><li>Valentine/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">unbirthday</span> party - during lunch we will celebrate summer birthdays, during class we will pass out Valentine's (please see class list below)</li></ul><p><strong>Group 1 Class List</strong></p><p><strong>Girls</strong></p><ul><li>Brenna <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Purdy</span></li><li>Samantha Williams</li><li>Zoe <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Blazzard</span></li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Elodie</span> <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Poussard</span></li></ul><p><strong>Boys</strong></p><ul><li>Freddie <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_7">Poussard</span></li><li>Aidan Clark</li><li>Ben Armour</li><li>Nathan <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_8">Bussone</span></li><li>Chris <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_9">Nsier</span></li></ul><p> </p><p> </p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-1788718411371735052?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-29109596935975300972009-02-01T07:27:00.000-08:002009-02-01T07:52:47.585-08:00<strong>*Please bring a box to school by Tuesday, Feb.10 so we can make Valentine Day boxes. Some ideas are: shoebox, big <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Kleenex</span> box, even a cereal box will do. </strong><br /><br />Due to our snow day last Wednesday, we did not make it to the library on our scheduled day but we finally got to go on Thursday. The kids were very excited to get a new book and read in the library. Since we are scheduled to go every other Wednesday we will be going this Wednesday as well. Last Wednesday was not our scheduled time but had to go to avoid overdue books. This will allow the kids to get new books before their long weekend. Also due to our snow day last Wednesday, we will repeat last weeks events for this coming week.<br /><br />I heard the kids had a wonderful time sledding for gym class last Monday and got quite the workout from walking up the hill. Bryan and I plan to take Group 1 and Group 2 out to sled in the upcoming weeks, we'll keep you posted so everyone will be prepared.<br /><br />It has come to my attention that many clothing items are being misplaced. Please be sure to write your child's name in their boots, gloves, hats, and other articles of clothing. I do my best to keep them organized in the room but <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">identical</span> items do get mixed up and taken to the wrong house. You are welcome to visit the lost and found in the office if you are missing something.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li><strong>NO SPELLING</strong> this week because it is such a short one, feel free to study previous words</li><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/parched">parched</a> (thanks to the recommendation from Zoe!)</li><li>We will begin our studies on friendship and Valentine day activities</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li> For science we will explore chemical reactions such as a vinegar and baking soda volcano</li><li> During math will learn about measuring, each kid will make their own play dough</li><li> Library day</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li><strong>NO SCHOOL - PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES</strong></li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>NO SCHOOL - <strong>TEACHER DEVELOPMENT DAY AND EAST HILL FARM WEEKEND</strong></li></ul><strong></strong><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-2910959693597530097?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-7892259380892054482009-01-25T07:20:00.001-08:002009-01-25T07:55:59.590-08:00We will go to the library on Wednesday since we didn't make it there last week. Last Wednesday, we got <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">al</span>l buckled up and ready to go but the van was stuck in the snow. We tried to go on Friday but due to other planned field trips the vans were already being used so we never made it. I know the kids are anxious for a visit and a new book.<br /><br />Conferences are coming up next week, if you haven't already scheduled a time to meet please contact Betsy.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym - the kids are going sledding in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Topsfield</span>, bring appropriate snow gear to school</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/elated">elated</a></li><li>As we wrap up our studies of penguins, we will watch <em>March of the Penguins</em></li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>For science we will explore chemical reactions such as a vinegar and baking soda volcano</li><li>During math will learn about measuring, each kid will make their own <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">play dough</span></li><li>Library day</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>YMCA and early dismissal</li><li>Please have pizza money turned in for Friday</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Martial Arts</li><li>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise test</li></ul><p>Have a wonderful week!</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-789225938089205448?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-52698656236286588332009-01-18T07:34:00.000-08:002009-01-18T08:13:55.603-08:00I am pleased to see all the kids settled in and focused during class time after the long break. With little outside time last week due to the cold weather, we still managed to keep our energy levels to a minimum. Hopefully this week will be a bit warmer so we can get some fresh air during recess time.<br /><br />Making slime was a hit. All the children enjoyed watching and helping make the slime but most of all, they liked the end result, playing with the slime. If you would like to make your own at home, mix equal parts of <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Elmer's</span> glue and water. Mix together one Tablespoon of borax with a cup of water, then add the borax mixture to the glue mixture until you have the right <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">consistency</span>.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>No School in honor of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Martin_Luther_King,_Jr.">Martin Luther King Jr.</a></li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Inauguration_Day">Presidential Inauguration Day</a> <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Activities</span> - the school has been wired so all students can watch the <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">inauguration</span> of the 44<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">th</span> president of the United States. We will conduct a variety of activities during the day.</li><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/anticipation">Anticipation</a></li><li>We will continue our studies penguins</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Trip to <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">Denver's</span> Public Library - please bring library books to return</li><li>Social Studies - We will focus on map skills and symbols</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Pajama Day - Sorry no breakfast this time.</li><li>Open House - Group 1 and 2 will spend the morning together during math, reading, and writing</li><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up, the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school </li><li>Pizza Money Due</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Martial Arts</li><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">Wordly</span> Wise/spelling test</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-5269865623628658833?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-52309601957064448012009-01-11T07:22:00.000-08:002009-01-11T08:31:08.192-08:00We had a great week back to school, everyone was alert and ready to learn. Seems hard to believe that we are already half way through January but the snow is a good reminder that we still have a good bit of winter left!<br /><br />Last week, we enjoyed reading to Preschool and making lava lamps, thank you for bringing a water bottle in for the project.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire</li><li>30 minutes of math</li><li>Practice new list of spelling words, despite the short notice with the lists last week, everyone did a wonderful job on their tests</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>We will <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">continue</span> our studies on penguins</li><li>Word of the week, <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/conscientious">conscientious</a></li><li>Spelling sentences during writing, unfinished work will be homework</li></ul><p> <strong>Spelling Sentence Expectations</strong></p><ul><li> Start each sentence with a new/different word. <br />1. I went to the store with my mom.<br />2. We had fun with our friends.</li><li> Use 5 or more words in each sentence.</li><li> Underline the spelling word used in the sentence.</li><li> Practice neat handwriting.<br /><br />Remember to start each sentence with a capital letter and use correct punctuation to end the sentences.</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>During science we will be making slime/polymers, please bring in one small <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Ziploc</span> baggie</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Early dismissal at 2:00 or YMCA for those registered</li><li>Writing activity with Group 2</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Martial arts, wear comfortable clothes</li><li>Math centers, feel free to bring any math related games to school on Fridays to share during math center time</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-5230960195706444801?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-78268510589769516802009-01-03T05:48:00.000-08:002009-01-04T08:23:00.214-08:00Happy New Year! I hope everyone enjoyed their long break and had some time to relax. I look forward to seeing all the kiddos as we start off the new year. <br /><br />Our holiday breakfast was a success. Thank you all for bringing items. All of the kids arrived to school with a big appetite and were waiting patiently for Bryan and me to cook. We'll need to plan another breakfast or lunch perhaps in 2009.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire</li><li>Spelling lists did not go home on the 19<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">th</span> however we will have a test this Friday. For those in <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise, please continue with the next list. Other spelling words will be given out on Tuesday. We will set aside some time to practice in class since the lists are going out later than usual</li><li>This day in history - Work commenced on the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golden_Gate_Bridge">Golden Gate Bridge </a>on January 5, 1933</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/frigid">Frigid</a></li><li>Spelling sentences during writing, unfinished work will be sent home for homework</li><li>We will begin our theme unit on penguins</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>We will go to the library, please bring library books back to return</li><li>For science, we will be mixing and separating liquids. Please bring in one plastic water bottle for the experiment. Any bottle will do such as Polar Springs, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Aquafina</span>, <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Dasani</span> etc. Smaller then 2 liters will work best. I will have a few extras for those who may not have a bottle.</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>YMCA at 2:00, early dismissal for those who do not go to the Y</li><li>Group 1 will read to Preschool in the morning</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">Wordly</span> Wise/spelling test</li><li>Martial Arts</li></ul><p> </p><p>Happy 2009!</p><p>Melissa</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-7826851058976951680?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-8436946322822269302008-12-14T08:34:00.000-08:002008-12-14T09:11:18.193-08:00Our week ahead will be busy but remember that a big break is right around the corner. Enjoy the holiday season and take time to relax and reflect on what this time of year really means!<br /><br />You may have noticed that your child did not come home with a new list of words on Friday. I gave them the week off as a gift and because our morning will be off schedule on Friday due to <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">preperation</span> for the holiday party.<br /><br />I will not assign math or reading comprehension homework during break but feel free to bring home the books and work at your own pace if you wish. Each child will be given an assignment for <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">timelines</span> over the holiday. Details will be forth coming.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Hogan gifts due</li><li>Secret Santa gifts due</li><li>Please return both gifts to Betsy, in the office</li><li>This week in history - On December 16<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">th</span>, 1773 America protests <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Britain's</span> taxation through the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boston_Tea_Party">Boston Tea Party</a>.</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>We will be going to the <span class="blsp-spelling-corrected" id="SPELLING_ERROR_4">library</span>, please bring your book to school</li><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://thesaurus.reference.com/browse/glimpse">glimpse</a></li><li>Christmas around the world education topic continued</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Holiday breakfast, please bring assigned item to school and don't forget to wear your pajamas to school.</li><li>Social studies, work more on <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_5">timelines</span></li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Open House, Groups 1 and 2 will be together for math, writing, and reading</li><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up, the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school </li><li>Pizza money due</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Holiday party 1:00 pm</li><li>No spelling or W<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_6">ordly</span> Wise</li></ul><p>Have a great week!</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-843694632282226930?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-56572860692941995002008-12-07T06:25:00.000-08:002008-12-07T07:20:19.098-08:00We had a great week back last week, everyone was well rested and ready to learn. From all the stories, it sounds like everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Two more weeks to go before our next break.<br /><br />I am happy to see our first snow fall of the year! The weather is changing so please remember to bring hats, mittens, coats, and warm shoes to school. You are also welcome to leave any extra items at school.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire</li><li>This week in history - <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Attack_on_Pearl_Harbor">Japan bombs Pearl Harbor</a> on December 7th, 1941</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/precipitation">Precipitation</a></li><li><a href="http://www.redcross.org/email/saf/">Holiday Mail for Heroes</a> - We will make Holiday cards for our service men and women and send them to the Red Cross who will distribute them around the globe.</li><li>Theme study - <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christmas">Christmas</a> around the world. We'll spend a portion of the day over the next two weeks learning about Christmas, and other holiday festivities, around the globe. Our journey will begin by exploring the holiday season in Asia. We'll move west across the continent into Africa before jumping into Europe then across the Atlanta into the Americas. </li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Social Studies - We will begin a unit on timelines which will help the children understand chronology of events as they happen in order. Children will be expected to develop their own timeline over the Christmas break.</li><li>Write letters to <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_claus">Santa Claus</a></li></ul><p>Thursday </p><ul><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up, the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school </li><li>Pizza money due</li><li>Weekly Reader</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Read In - bring books, pillows, blankets, stuffed animals. Children will silent read for 45 minutes during reading time.</li><li>Martial Arts</li><li>Spelling/Wordly Wise tests</li></ul><p>Enjoy the snow! </p><p>-Melissa</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-5657286069294199500?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-7306234613535171962008-11-30T17:12:00.000-08:002008-11-30T17:37:51.894-08:00I hope everyone had a relaxing and enjoyable Thanksgiving break. With November behind us, we will focus on Christmas around the world in the month of December. We will have three weeks of study before our next holiday break.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire</li><li>This week in history - <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sir_Arthur_Conan_Doyle" jquery1228095334921="62">Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's</a> Sherlock Holmes appeared for the first time in print in the story "A Study in Scarlet."</li></ul><p>Tuesday </p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://http//dictionary.reference.com/browse/bluster">bluster</a></li><li>Holiday writing activity</li><li>Begin Christmas around the world</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>We will be going to the Library, remember to bring books to school.</li><li>Science in the afternoon</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up, the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school </li><li>Pizza money due</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Weekly Reader</li><li> Martial Arts </li><li>Spelling/<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li></ul><p>Hope you all had plenty of turkey and a wonderful Thanksgiving.</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-730623461353517196?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-68616419258370627862008-11-16T10:16:00.001-08:002008-11-16T11:33:54.193-08:00Last week was a short but busy week. We will continue Thanksgiving activities this week in lieu of the upcoming holiday. I will not post a blog next Sunday because we are off that week but look for a new posting on the 29th. I hope everyone has a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving break.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire</li><li>This week in history - Abraham Lincoln delivers the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gettysburg_Address">Gettysburg Address </a>on November 19th, 1863</li></ul><p>Tuesday </p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://http//dictionary.reference.com/browse/appreciate">appreciate</a></li><li>Thanksgiving writing </li><li>Compare and contrast modern school days and olden school days</li><li>The weather is forecasting snow! Dress warm</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Finish our social studies unit on famous inventors</li><li>If time allows, finish our movie, Ratatouille, from <em>Box Tops</em> contest</li><li>Ugly shoe day, wear your ugliest pair of shoes to school or make your shoes look "ugly"</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Writing project with High School</li><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up, the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school </li><li>Pizza money due</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Weekly Reader</li><li>Martial Arts</li><li>Spelling/Wordly Wise tests</li><li>Students will be given new words for the week following Thanksgiving break. Practice daily, for those in Wordly Wise, work at your own pace to complete assignments in book</li></ul><p>Enjoy the sun and dress warm this week. Cooler temps are on the way.</p><p>-Melissa</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-6861641925837062786?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-60950799534106385542008-11-10T14:32:00.000-08:002008-11-12T05:10:08.613-08:00I hope you are all enjoying your long weekend together. With a short week ahead, we'll be busy in the classroom focusing on our studies before our Thanksgiving break.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>No school</li><li>This week in history - <a href="http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do">World War I ends on November 11<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">th</span>, 1918</a>. Celebrated as <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Armistice_Day">Armistice Day</a> originally it became Veteran's Day in the US</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>No school in observation of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veteran%27s_day">Veteran's Day</a></li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Finish science lesson on why leaves change color.</li><li>Veteran's Day activity.</li><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/imitation">Imitation</a></li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>We will be going to the library, please bring books to school to return.</li><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up, the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school. </li><li>Pizza money due. </li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise tests</li></ul><p>Have a wonderful Veteran's Day.</p><p>-Melissa</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-6095079953410638554?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-71906564541120960912008-11-02T11:34:00.000-08:002008-11-02T12:44:59.130-08:00October sure went fast and I can't believe we are already in November. Our Halloween party was a success and everyone seemed to have fun. I hope the sugar highs were few on Friday evening!<br /><br />With Thanksgiving ahead of us, we will be spending time discussing the meaning of the holiday. We will also focus on the time of olden school days for our theme study.<br /><br />Both Groups has a great time at the library. Thank you for getting your child's library card to me. We will be going to the library again the week of November 17. A date will be set this week and I will keep you posted.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym, wear appropriate attire.</li><li>This week in history - German physicist <a href="http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do">Wilhelm Conrad <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">Röntgen</span> </a>discovers the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/X-ray">x-ray</a> in 1895.</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Field Trip to the <a href="http://pem.org/homepage/index.php">Peabody Essex Museum</a></li><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://http//dictionary.reference.com/browse/transcend">Transcend</a></li><li>Discuss olden school days</li><li>Thankful thoughts project</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Continuation of famous inventors for social studies. We will focus on The Wright Brothers, and Henry Ford.</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up, the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school. </li><li>Pizza money due. </li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling test and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise test.<br /></li></ul><p>Have a wonderful weekend and remember that the clocks have turned back. Darker evenings are upon us.</p><p>-Melissa</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-7190656454112096091?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-6958054117793349052008-10-26T15:38:00.000-07:002008-10-26T16:19:57.787-07:00We had a busy week last week especially on Friday. Group 1 and 2 worked together to get the school room prepared for new carpet that was installed on Saturday. We'll work together on Tuesday to get our room back in order and running. Everyone is excited about the new carpet!<br /><br />Hopefully you've had fun working on your monster projects. Some were turned in early last week and look fantastic! Please make sure your child is prepared to give an informal presentation on their monster. We look forward to sharing them with the group; as well as a week filled with fun Halloween activities.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym, wear appropriate attire.</li><li>This week in history - <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_War_of_the_Worlds_(radio)">War of the Worlds </a>airs on radio in 1938 as a Halloween special and scares most listeners that an actual Martian invasion is occurring.</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Work of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/copious">Copious</a></li><li>Monster projects due - Everyone will spend a few moments presenting their project to the group.</li><li>Movie and popcorn party for earning the most boxtops in Group 1.</li><li>We're going to set aside an hour to get our room back together.</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Trip to <a href="http://www.danverslibrary.org/">Danver's Library </a>with Group 2. We were unable to go last week because a few of us did not have library cards. We will be going this week so please make sure your child has a library card so he/she will be able to check out a book.</li><li>Halloween writing activity</li><li>Prepare ingredients for Monster Moosh - our secret, spooky recipe will fester for a few days before we can enjoy!</li></ul><p>Thursday </p><ul><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up, the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school. </li><li>Pizza money due. </li><li>Halloween reading activity</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Tasting Monster Moosh</li><li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/History_of_Halloween#History">History of Halloween</a></li><li>Halloween party starting at 1:00 </li><li><em>Halloween Fun Facts:</em></li><li>Jack o’ lanterns originated in Ireland where people placed candles in hollowed-out turnips to keep away spirits and ghosts on the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Samhain">Samhain</a> holiday. When the Irish immigrated to the U.S. during the Great Potato Famine of 1845-1850, they found that turnips were not as readily available like they were in the homeland. So they started carving pumpkins as a replacement for their tradition. </li><li>Halloween was brought to North America by immigrants from Europe who would celebrate the harvest around a bonfire, share ghost stories, sing, dance and tell fortunes.</li><li>The ancient Celts thought that spirits and ghosts roamed the countryside on Halloween night. They began wearing masks and costumes to avoid being recognized as human.</li><li>Orange and black are Halloween colors because orange is associated with the Fall harvest and black is associated with darkness and death. </li><li>It was celebrated on October 31 since this was the last day of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Celtic_Calendar">Celtic calendar</a>. The celebration dates back some 2,000 years.</li></ul><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-695805411779334905?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-63573070832591532442008-10-19T07:52:00.000-07:002008-10-19T08:01:58.385-07:00We all enjoyed painting our pumpkins and the kids were especially excited to take theirs home. The kids all enjoyed the Christopher Columbus activity and learned some great history.<br /><br />It's definitely looking like fall, there are many wonderful colors to look at and tons of leaves to rake into a pile for leaf-jumping.<br /><br />Please continue to have fun creating your monster due October 28th. Monsters can be scarry, cute, funny, bashful or anything else you want.<br /><br />Congratulations to Group 1 for wining the most "box-tops" contest. We will be planning our popcorn movie party in the coming days. Way to go!<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>Gym, wear appropriate attire.</li><li>This week in history - <a href="http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do">The British surrender</a> at Yorktown, VA in 1781 signifying the end of the Revolutionary War.</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/enthusiastic">Enthusiastic</a></li><li>High school came in and helped us put our skeletons together. We will be labeling the bones and learning how they connect.</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Science - We will be learning about why <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Autumn_leaf_color">leaves change color </a>in the fall and what happens as the tree goes into hibernation for the winter months.</li><li>Autumn fun fact: </li><li>QUESTION - What do autumn leaves and ripening bananas have in common?</li><li>ANSWER - The green color in unripe bananas comes from chlorophyll, the same pigment that gives green leaves their color. As bananas ripen, the chlorophyll breaks down and disappears, revealing the yellow color which has been there all along. The yellows and oranges of autumn leaves are also revealed as their chlorophyll breaks down. Of course, other changes also occur as bananas ripen: the starches change to sugar and the flesh softens as pectin (a carbohydrate) breaks down.</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>Journey to <a href="http://www.danverslibrary.org/">Danvers Library</a> - if you have not gotten a library card yet please do so <span style="color:#ff0000;"><strong>before</strong></span> our trip. I still have cards for all students who were in group one last year </li><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up, the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school.</li><li>Pizza money due. </li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling test and Wordly Wise test.</li><li>Estimation jar will be sent home with one student.</li></ul><p>Have a wonderful weekend. Hope you all get some sleep with the Red Sox games running late into the night! Go Sox! </p><p><br />Melissa</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-6357307083259153244?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-2538816466623246812008-10-12T10:55:00.000-07:002008-10-12T11:34:18.483-07:00We had a great time picking our pumpkins last week along with estimating their weight and circumference. Many students are anxious to take their pumpkins home but we will continue activities with them through the week then they will eventually be sent home sometime the following week in time for Halloween.<br /><br />Monday<br /><ul><li>NO SCHOOL - COLUMBUS DAY.</li><li>This week in history - <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Columbus">Christopher Columbus</a> reaches the New World and lands in the Bahamas, opening the doorway for the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/European_colonization_of_the_Americas">Colonization of the Americas</a>.</li></ul><p>Tuesday</p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/laggard">Laggard</a></li><li>We will continue to put our skeleton together from last week and begin labeling the bones.</li><li>Christopher Columbus activity.</li></ul><p>Wednesday</p><ul><li>Crazy Pen Day - Bring a funny or unusual pen to school. The pen can be homemade and students will be able to do work in pen.</li><li>Social Studies - We will begin learning about famous inventors. Beginning with <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_Edison">Thomas Edison</a>, <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Benjamin_Franklin">Benjamin Franklin</a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Graham_Bell">Alexander Graham Bell</a>.</li></ul><p>Thursday</p><ul><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up, the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school.</li><li>Recess with preschool.</li></ul><p>Friday</p><ul><li>Spelling test and Wordly Wise test.</li><li>Estimation jar will be sent home with a new student.</li></ul><p>Enjoy the summer-like weather and have a great weekend.</p><p>Melissa</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-253881646662324681?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-40102488130131364052008-10-05T06:37:00.000-07:002008-10-05T07:15:46.220-07:00<p>Fall is in the air. During some of our outdoor recess time last week, some of the children were a little chilly and started to realize that a hat or mittens may be needed as well as a jacket to stay warm. Feel free to label any clothing item and leave an extra set in your child's <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">cubby</span>.<br /><br />We wrapped up our unit on spiders which was an interesting and fun topic to learn about, although a bit creepy too! We will begin learning about our skeletal system this week in lieu of Halloween just around the corner.<br /><br />Congratulations to Group 4 teacher, Laurie, who celebrated her wedding this past weekend. Best wishes and happiness to the happy couple!</p><p><strong>Please note that there will be <span style="color:#ff0000;">NO</span> after-school this entire week as most teachers will be attending <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Hulbert</span>.</strong><br /><br />Monday -</p><ul><li>Groups 3, 4, and 5 will be at <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_2">Hulbert</span> this week. Groups 1, 2, and high school will stay behind to "hold down the fort."</li><li>Gym, wear appropriate attire</li><li>This week in history - <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/learning/general/onthisday/big/1005.html#article">Harry Truman gives first ever presidential speech on TV</a></li></ul><p>Tuesday -</p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/weary">Weary</a></li><li>We will begin our unit on the skeletal system - learning about bones and how they interconnect in the body.</li></ul><p>Wednesday -</p><ul><li>Dress warm and comfortable, we will walk to Connor's Farm to pick <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pumpkin">pumpkins</a>. We will then return to school to weigh and measure our gourds. The pumpkins will remain at school over the weekend because the following Monday, Mary will be conducting an art project with them.</li></ul><p>Thursday -</p><ul><li>Pizza money due. </li><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up, the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00. Please remember there is <span style="color:#ff0000;">NO</span> after school this week.</li></ul><p>Friday -</p><ul><li>Spelling test and <span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_3">Wordly</span> Wise test.</li><li>Fall project with Group 2.</li><li>Estimation jar will be sent home with one student.</li></ul><p>Have a wonderful weekend. Enjoy the brisk air!</p><p>Melissa</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-4010248813013136405?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-41724947708055267332008-09-28T08:09:00.000-07:002008-09-28T08:58:29.823-07:00We had a wonderful time last week. Everyone had a wonderful time in the corn maze which took us nearly and hour to find our way out. We even spotted a snake and toad while in the maze which was very exciting.<br /><br />On Thursday we ventured back to Connor Farm for a chance to pick and enjoy raspberries. They were wonderful!<br /><br />Congratulations to the Cirone Family, Taylor, Joseph and Kate, on the arrival of their new sister, Madison Hope born Sunday morning, September 28th.<br /><br />Monday -<br /><br /><ul><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire</li><li>Math with Group 4</li><li>The days are getting shorter and chillier so be sure to bring a jacket to keep warm</li><li>This week in history - <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/learning/general/onthisday/big/0928.html#article">First Flight Around the World Completed in 175 days in 1924</a></li></ul><p>Tuesday -</p><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/Rambunctious">Rambunctious</a></li><li>Our last day talking about spiders before moving on to our skeletal system</li><li>Apple activities - we ran out of time last week but will complete the activities this week</li></ul><p>Wednesday -</p><ul><li>Fall activity with preschool</li></ul><p>Thursday -</p><ul><li>Pizza money due. </li><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school.</li></ul><p>Friday -</p><ul><li>Spelling test and Wordly Wise test.</li><li>We will go on a walk around campus to learn about <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seed">seeds</a> and <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leaves">leaves </a>then collect samples of each.</li><li>Estimation jar will be sent home with one student.</li></ul><p>Have a great weekend and stay dry.</p><p>Melissa</p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-4172494770805526733?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-71435735283781310882008-09-21T11:03:00.000-07:002008-09-21T11:43:25.797-07:00I had a great time at the potluck last Monday, thank you for coming and hearing all about the school year. For those of you who could not attend, feel free to email me with any questions you may have after viewing the packet that was sent home.<br /><br />Pirates' Day was a big success in Group 1. Everyone participated by dressing up. Your children learned pirate lingo, heard tails about riding the high seas, drew a map with the high school students to find hidden treasures, and went on their own treasure hunt by reading and following clues.<br /><br />Upcoming events for this week:<br /><br />Monday -<br /><ul><li>Autumnal <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Equinox">equinox </a>- the first day of fall arrives.</li><li>Gym - wear appropriate attire.</li><li>Math with Group 4.</li><li>This week in history - <a href="http://www.history.com/this-day-in-history.do">Lincoln issues Emancipation Proclamation</a></li></ul>Tuesday -<br /><br /><ul><li>Word of the week - <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/pounce">Pounce</a></li><li>Spider activities - come prepared to discuss the different types of webs that spiders weave. It would be wonderful to bring in pictures from the Internet of different types of webs to share with the class.</li></ul>Wednesday -<br /><br /><ul><li>Preschool, Group 1, and Group 2 will walk to <a href="http://www.connorsfarm.com/">Connor's Farm</a> together. Students will then break off and find their way through a corn maze while preschool will be apple picking. Please wear comfortable shoes to school and dress appropriately for the weather.</li></ul>Thursday -<br /><ul><li>Pizza money due.</li><li>YMCA - for those who have signed up the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school.</li></ul>Friday -<br /><ul><li>Spelling test and Wordly Wise test.</li><li>Please bring three different types of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apple">apples </a>to school for math and apple activities. </li><li><em>Apple Fun Facts</em>: </li><li>Apples are a member of the rose family.</li><li>Archaeologists have found evidence that humans have been enjoying apples since at least 6500 B.C. </li><li>Apples float because 25% of an apple's volume is air.</li><li>It takes the energy of 50 leaves to produce just one apple. </li><li>Apples are not indigenous to America - they were brought here by the Pilgrims, who found North America's native apple species--crab apples--to be inedible. </li></ul><br />Have a wonderful week and enjoy the beautiful fall weather!<br /><br />Melissa<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-7143573528378131088?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8964290786580553090.post-44985523102347456902008-09-14T06:54:00.000-07:002008-09-14T07:36:59.803-07:00Welcome to the 2008-2009 school year. We have a wonderful group of students and are looking ahead to a very exciting year. This blog has been created in an effort to keep you all informed as to the weekly events occurring around the campus.<br /><br />Coming events for the week of September 15<span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_0">th</span>:<br /><br /><strong>Monday:</strong><br /><br /><br /><ul><li>Gym - wear appropriate gym clothes to school</li><li>Parent Potluck 7:00 pm @ Clark School</li></ul><strong>Tuesday:</strong><br /><br /><br /><ul><li>Spider Project Due - students should be prepared to discuss their chosen <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arachnid">arachnid</a></li><li>Interesting Spider Facts</li><li>Word of the week - students will learn a new word each week. This word will be presented in class. Please ask your child about the latest addition to their vocabulary to help re-enforce the learning technique when you see them Tuesday afternoon.</li><li>Word of the week = <a href="http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/famished">Famished</a></li></ul><strong>Wednesday:</strong><br /><br /><br /><ul><li>Pirate day - dress up as <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blackbeard">Blackbeard </a>or another swashbuckling plundering who rode the high-seas of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spanish_Main">Spanish Main</a></li><li>Interesting Pirate Facts</li></ul><strong>Thursday:</strong><br /><br /><br /><ul><li>YMCA begins - for those who have signed up the Y starts at 2:00. All others dismissed at 2:00 except for anyone attending after school</li><li>Pizza money due</li></ul><strong>Friday:</strong><br /><br /><br /><ul><li><span class="blsp-spelling-error" id="SPELLING_ERROR_1">Wordly</span> Wise/Spelling test - First spelling test of the year</li></ul><p></p><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/8964290786580553090-4498552310234745690?l=clarkschoolgroup1.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Melissa Kozubhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/18115176593694199965noreply@blogger.com1