This Week:
*9/18 - Chili's iRead Fundraiser
*9/18 - Chili's iRead Fundraiser
*9/21 - Midterm Reading Celebration #1/Gecko Day
Remember to participate, you must have FIVE books signed off on your Bingo sheet.
You can come see me before or after school or sign up to come in during Advisory.
Can you believe that in a few days we will be half way through Trimester One? Time is passing quickly for sure. Unfortunately, I think the newness of school has worn off for most students, and they are struggling to complete assignments in a timely manner. Students are given plenty of time during class to get their work completed. Plus they also have Advisory every morning. If that isn't enough time, they should be doing it as homework in addition to their reading.
Speaking of reading, too many students are not doing their daily 30 minutes of reading either. That makes it impossible for them to complete the book accountability assignments. I would really appreciate your help with this. A great idea is to read together! Not only will it improve your student's reading ability and grade, it will strengthen your relationship. Win, Win, Win.
In other news, we have our first reading celebration this Friday. It is sure to be a good time. Just a reminder that students must get their BINGO cards initialed by me by Friday morning before Advisory to participate. Remember - the goal is FIVE books for this celebration.
Please look at Power School with your student. Assignments can be turned in up to two weeks late. I have had a few parents ask about extra credit. Students had an opportunity for FIVE bonus points with a 9/11 Attack Timeline assignment last Friday. Only about 1/2 of them chose to complete it. I will probably offer one more extra credit assignment before the trimester is over. Encourage your student to take advantage of it.
Thank you so much for all you do. I am really enjoying these students. Feel free to email any time with any questions or concerns.
Mrs. Wallace
Speaking of reading, too many students are not doing their daily 30 minutes of reading either. That makes it impossible for them to complete the book accountability assignments. I would really appreciate your help with this. A great idea is to read together! Not only will it improve your student's reading ability and grade, it will strengthen your relationship. Win, Win, Win.
In other news, we have our first reading celebration this Friday. It is sure to be a good time. Just a reminder that students must get their BINGO cards initialed by me by Friday morning before Advisory to participate. Remember - the goal is FIVE books for this celebration.
Please look at Power School with your student. Assignments can be turned in up to two weeks late. I have had a few parents ask about extra credit. Students had an opportunity for FIVE bonus points with a 9/11 Attack Timeline assignment last Friday. Only about 1/2 of them chose to complete it. I will probably offer one more extra credit assignment before the trimester is over. Encourage your student to take advantage of it.
Thank you so much for all you do. I am really enjoying these students. Feel free to email any time with any questions or concerns.
Mrs. Wallace
Our anticipated schedule for the week:
**MONDAY**
9/17
Monroe Reading Benchmark
The Outsiders intro
Character and Setting Notes
**TUESDAY**
9/18
Book Accountability #3 (See Quick Write section on Google Classroom)
The Outsiders intro
Character and Setting Notes
**WEDNESDAY**
9/19
Free Reading/Book Conferencing
The Outsiders intro
Character and Setting Notes
**THURSDAY**
9/20
Counseling Lesson in the Little Theater
**FRIDAY**
9/21
Midterm Book Celebration :) (for those who qualify)
Reading/Catch Up Day
Foreign Figures Assembly
**MONDAY**
9/17
Monroe Reading Benchmark
The Outsiders intro
Character and Setting Notes
**TUESDAY**
9/18
Book Accountability #3 (See Quick Write section on Google Classroom)
The Outsiders intro
Character and Setting Notes
**WEDNESDAY**
9/19
Free Reading/Book Conferencing
The Outsiders intro
Character and Setting Notes
**THURSDAY**
9/20
Counseling Lesson in the Little Theater
**FRIDAY**
9/21
Midterm Book Celebration :) (for those who qualify)
Reading/Catch Up Day
Foreign Figures Assembly