Science: Magnetism
The class conducted an investigation using magnets and various small objects as they explored what was and was not magnetic. They demonstrated that magnets could be used to make some things move without touching them. Each child received two magnets to use and take home to continue their investigation.Math Facts in a Flash News
EVERY student in our class mastered the addition facts this year: Addyson, Reagan, Anthony, Amy, Eleanor, Navi, Sophie, Gabrielle, Karly, Levi, Brenton, Alijah, Sadie, Serinity, Adrianna, Elijah, and Sascha. / This is the last classroom newsletter for the school year. I will continue to keep you informed through Class Dojo. Thank you for checking it daily for messages.
There is no end-of-the-year party planned, and I prefer no cupcakes, cookies, or other food items to be sent to school. If you would like to give a treat to the students, consider goody bags to take home and enjoy.
Awesome Sauce
This week’s awards go to Levi and Serinity Rayn. Both have a positive attitude toward their work and maintain a growth mindset. Awesome!
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ketterlinus elementary school classroom newsletter Gr. 2 ms. ballinger wK. of May 15-19, 2017 /
Final newsletter for the year
Please continue to check and sign the AVID planner/agenda through the end of the year.
Accelerated Reader (AR) Update
Every student is eligible to attend Splash on Mon., May 15. Reminders: Bring current (2017) swim card if you have one; long hair is tied back before coming to school; wear swimsuit under school clothes instead of changing before trip; fresh, dry, appropriate clothes are needed for the rest of the day; bring a towel; a plastic bag is recommended for wet clothes and towel; sunscreen is applied at home; flip flops or sandals at pool only; and bring a bag lunch and drink if one was not already requested from the cafeteria. We will not take a cooler to store drinks and food. Include a cold pack with your child’s lunch. /
Specials-Week of May 15-19-may vary due to schedule changes
Mon., May 15, Computer Lab with Ms. Rhodin. 1:40-2:25.Tues., May 16, District Course Exam (DCE) for special area classes, 10:15-11:20, Coach Allen.
Wed., May 17, PE with Coach Allen, wear socks & sneakers, 10:10-10:50
Thurs., May18, Music with Mr. G., 1:40-2:25.
Fri., May 19-Field Day, wear socks, sneakers, and appropriate clothing for outdoor play, 8:45-10:40.
Specials-Week of May 22-24
This week will remain flexible.
Homework-Week of May 15-19, 2017
Reading: Students practice reading their current poem each night (oral reading fluency). Bring to class on Friday, and be prepared for choral reading.
There is no homework next week. /
Student engineers worked in teams to build freestanding structures using only tape, ribbon, dry spaghetti, and one marshmallow.
STEM: The Marshmallow Challenge
These teams built structures that could stand on their own:
Team Sadie and Karly-10.5”
Team Amy, Sophie, and Levi-10.5”
Team Reagan and Eli-8.5”
Team Anthony and Brenton-5”
Congratulations to all students for theirproblem solving and collaboration during the challenge:Team Eleanorand Addyson;Team Sascha and Serinity; TeamNavi and Adrianna; and Team Gabrielleand Alijah.