5th Grade
Mr. McWilliams
December 2009
Looking Ahead
This newsletter takes the place of the Friday Folder note this week.
Parents please sign the Unit 15 spelling test and the Friday Folder and return them to school on December 7.
We have two tests coming up. The Chapter 7-8 social studies test on December 15 and the Chapter 2 + 4 science test on January 6.
Join us this weekend as we journey to the “Streets of Bethlehem.” Friday the journey will begins at 6:00 p.m. and runs till 8:30 p.m. Saturday we begin at 5:00 p.m. and finish up at 8:30 p.m. Be sure to bring a friend!
I would like to extend a huge “thank you” to all the volunteers that make it possible to put on the “Street of Bethlehem.” It is huge undertaking. God Bless you all.
If you do not have a church home, I would like to extend an invitation to join us for the services this Christmas season at Zion.
We will have a class Christmas party on December 18. The kids will exchange small gifts. Boys will buy for a boy. Girls will buy for a girl. Please spend $10.00 or less on the gift. I will send more information about the party next week.
Language Arts
Students will begin research projects when we return in January. Students will be researching important figures and events from the Revolutionary War.
Students have been working on summary skills in reading.
The December book report is due December 18.
Math
Our class will continue to work on probability and decimal numbers. Students will also learn how to multiply fractions
Science
We will continue our unit on Life Science. Students are learning about heredity and how living things are classified. Next, we will look at cells and body systems.
Social Studies
Students will focus on the Revolutionary War and its impact on future generations. In January, we will begin our research projects.
Coming up
Advent Services December 9 + 16
10:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.
Early Release December 18
11:30 a.m.
Christmas Break Dec. 19 - Jan. 3
Christmas Eve December 24
Services 4:00 + 6:00 p.m.
Christmas Day December 25
Service 9:00 a.m.
End of 2nd quarter January 8
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Might God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and peace there will be no end. He will reign on David’s throne and over his kingdom, establishing and upholding it with justice and righteousness from that time on and forever.
Isaiah 9:6-7
Sunday, December 6, 2009
Thursday, November 5, 2009
November Newsletter
5th Grade
Mr. McWilliams
November 2009
Looking Ahead
This newsletter takes the place of the Friday Folder note this week.
Parents please sign the Unit 11 and 12 spelling tests and the Friday Folder and return them to school on November 9.
We have two tests coming up. The Chapter 5-6-7 social studies test on November 12 and the Chapter 7-8 science test on November 19. The dates have changed since we had the snow days.
Our field trip to DLHS is this Wednesday. We need to be at the school by 11:30 a.m. We will leave Zion at 10:30 a.m. They will be serving us lunch. The play is supposed to end at 2:30 p.m. That means we might not return until 3:30 p.m. Please make arrangements to get your students at Zion picked up on time.
Our annual Thanksgiving lunch will be served on November 18. Make sure you let the office know you are coming so they can plan for the feast.
Our class will sing at both Advent Services on December 2. The first service is at 10:00 a.m. and the second begins at 7:00 p.m.
On December 4th and 5th Zion will be present the “Streets of Bethlehem.”
Come join us as we journey back to the time of the birth of our Lord. Be sure to bring your family and friends.
Language Arts
We are working on explanatory writing this month. We will continue to work on grammar skills.
Students have been working on comparing and contrasting in their reading. We also looked at identifying the element of conflict in our reading.
The November book report is due November 30.
Math
We will continue our focus on fractions. Students will also study angles, polygons, and triangles. We will need our rulers as we start measuring fractions of inches and centimeters.
Science
We will continue our unit on Earth Science. Students are studying the formation of rock and fossils. Next, students will begin our Life Science unit.
Social Studies
Students will examine the colonies that will become the United States. Next, we will learn about the events that lead to the Revolutionary War.
Coming up
Mid term ends November 24
Thanksgiving Break November 25-29
Mid terms home December 2
The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making the wise simple. The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes. Psalm 19:7-8
Mr. McWilliams
November 2009
Looking Ahead
This newsletter takes the place of the Friday Folder note this week.
Parents please sign the Unit 11 and 12 spelling tests and the Friday Folder and return them to school on November 9.
We have two tests coming up. The Chapter 5-6-7 social studies test on November 12 and the Chapter 7-8 science test on November 19. The dates have changed since we had the snow days.
Our field trip to DLHS is this Wednesday. We need to be at the school by 11:30 a.m. We will leave Zion at 10:30 a.m. They will be serving us lunch. The play is supposed to end at 2:30 p.m. That means we might not return until 3:30 p.m. Please make arrangements to get your students at Zion picked up on time.
Our annual Thanksgiving lunch will be served on November 18. Make sure you let the office know you are coming so they can plan for the feast.
Our class will sing at both Advent Services on December 2. The first service is at 10:00 a.m. and the second begins at 7:00 p.m.
On December 4th and 5th Zion will be present the “Streets of Bethlehem.”
Come join us as we journey back to the time of the birth of our Lord. Be sure to bring your family and friends.
Language Arts
We are working on explanatory writing this month. We will continue to work on grammar skills.
Students have been working on comparing and contrasting in their reading. We also looked at identifying the element of conflict in our reading.
The November book report is due November 30.
Math
We will continue our focus on fractions. Students will also study angles, polygons, and triangles. We will need our rulers as we start measuring fractions of inches and centimeters.
Science
We will continue our unit on Earth Science. Students are studying the formation of rock and fossils. Next, students will begin our Life Science unit.
Social Studies
Students will examine the colonies that will become the United States. Next, we will learn about the events that lead to the Revolutionary War.
Coming up
Mid term ends November 24
Thanksgiving Break November 25-29
Mid terms home December 2
The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul. The statutes of the Lord are trustworthy, making the wise simple. The precepts of the Lord are right, giving joy to the heart. The commands of the Lord are radiant, giving light to the eyes. Psalm 19:7-8
Thursday, October 15, 2009
October Newsletter
5th Grade
Mr. McWilliams
October 2009
Looking Ahead
This newsletter takes the place of the Friday Folder note this week.
Parents please sign the Unit 8 spelling test and the Friday Folder and return it to school on October 12.
We have two tests coming up. The Chapter 3-4 social studies test on October 13 and the Chapter 9-10 science test on October 20.
First quarter report cards come home on October 28.
We have parent teacher conferences October 29-30.
Remember that the school newsletter, the Lion’s Roar can be read on line www.brightonzionlutheran.org/
Just click on the school link and look for the appropriate date. You can also find the monthly lunch menu there. Students are encouraged to use the school website to access the technology page.
Language Arts
We are working on persuasive writing this month. We continue to work on expanding our grammar skills.
The October book report is due October 29.
Math
Students will continue to work on setting up simple equations. We will also begin our focus on fractions. They will also study angles, polygons and triangles. Please make sure your student has a protractor at school. Thanks!
Science
We have begun our unit on Earth Science. Students are studying the forces that work to change Earth’s landforms. We will also look at how resources are used and conserved.
Social Studies
We are finishing up our look at the European explorers who lead the way for the settlement of North America. Next, students will examine the new colonies that will become the United States.
Coming up
Early Release October 23
11:30 a.m.
Report cards home October 28
Parent Teacher October 29-30
Conferences
How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!
1John 3:1
Mr. McWilliams
October 2009
Looking Ahead
This newsletter takes the place of the Friday Folder note this week.
Parents please sign the Unit 8 spelling test and the Friday Folder and return it to school on October 12.
We have two tests coming up. The Chapter 3-4 social studies test on October 13 and the Chapter 9-10 science test on October 20.
First quarter report cards come home on October 28.
We have parent teacher conferences October 29-30.
Remember that the school newsletter, the Lion’s Roar can be read on line www.brightonzionlutheran.org/
Just click on the school link and look for the appropriate date. You can also find the monthly lunch menu there. Students are encouraged to use the school website to access the technology page.
Language Arts
We are working on persuasive writing this month. We continue to work on expanding our grammar skills.
The October book report is due October 29.
Math
Students will continue to work on setting up simple equations. We will also begin our focus on fractions. They will also study angles, polygons and triangles. Please make sure your student has a protractor at school. Thanks!
Science
We have begun our unit on Earth Science. Students are studying the forces that work to change Earth’s landforms. We will also look at how resources are used and conserved.
Social Studies
We are finishing up our look at the European explorers who lead the way for the settlement of North America. Next, students will examine the new colonies that will become the United States.
Coming up
Early Release October 23
11:30 a.m.
Report cards home October 28
Parent Teacher October 29-30
Conferences
How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!
1John 3:1
Thursday, September 3, 2009
Newsletter
5th Grade
Mr. McWilliams
September 2009
Looking Ahead
This news letter takes the place of the Friday Folder note this week.
Parents please sign the Unit 4 Spelling Test and the Friday Folder and return it to school on September 7.
The 5th Grade class will run one of the booths for the PTL Carnival on September 25. I have talked to the class about their duties. Please pick a time that your student can be at the booth. The PTL also needs some help during the day. If you can help, get a hold of me or a PTL member.
Our school is sponsoring a can food drive from August 31-September 25. If you can help, drop off your donations at the table near the school office.
Don’t forget on September 10, students will be released at 2:00 p.m. We need to start the volleyball games early so the students from Pueblo can get home at a reasonable time.
Please remember on chapel days (Wednesdays) students should not wear shorts to school. Thanks!
Mid terms come home on September 23.
Our class will be singing at the 8:00 a.m. church service on September 27. I hope we can get 100% participation. Our church members love it when the day school kids sing. See you there!
Most of you know that the school newsletter, the Lion’s Roar can be read on line www.brightonzionlutheran.org/
Just click on the school link and look for the appropriate date. You can also find the monthly lunch menu there.
Language Arts
We are doing some small personal narrative writing assignment to get the students back in the swing of writing. We will continue to work on grammar skills throughout the year.
The September book report is due September 29. Make sure your student has shown me the book they are going to read before they begin.
Math
Students will be set up simple equations, work with sequencing, and continue to work on basic math skills to improve speed and accuracy. Our primary focus this year will be on fractions, percents and the basics of geometry.
Science
Since this summer was the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing we have been looking at the beginnings of the space program. Students have their study guide. We will have a test over this material on September 17. Next, we will begin our unit on Earth Science.
Social Studies
We have been reviewing U.S. geography and focusing on the natural features of the land. Our upcoming test will cover this information and also include some basic knowledge of the Native American who prospered on the land in earlier times.
Next we will look at the Age of Discovery and learn about the first Europeans to come to America.
Coming up
Early Release September 10
2:00 p.m.
Mid terms home September 23
PTL Carnival September 25
RMD Conference September 30-
No School October 2
We know that we live in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.
1John 4:13
Mr. McWilliams
September 2009
Looking Ahead
This news letter takes the place of the Friday Folder note this week.
Parents please sign the Unit 4 Spelling Test and the Friday Folder and return it to school on September 7.
The 5th Grade class will run one of the booths for the PTL Carnival on September 25. I have talked to the class about their duties. Please pick a time that your student can be at the booth. The PTL also needs some help during the day. If you can help, get a hold of me or a PTL member.
Our school is sponsoring a can food drive from August 31-September 25. If you can help, drop off your donations at the table near the school office.
Don’t forget on September 10, students will be released at 2:00 p.m. We need to start the volleyball games early so the students from Pueblo can get home at a reasonable time.
Please remember on chapel days (Wednesdays) students should not wear shorts to school. Thanks!
Mid terms come home on September 23.
Our class will be singing at the 8:00 a.m. church service on September 27. I hope we can get 100% participation. Our church members love it when the day school kids sing. See you there!
Most of you know that the school newsletter, the Lion’s Roar can be read on line www.brightonzionlutheran.org/
Just click on the school link and look for the appropriate date. You can also find the monthly lunch menu there.
Language Arts
We are doing some small personal narrative writing assignment to get the students back in the swing of writing. We will continue to work on grammar skills throughout the year.
The September book report is due September 29. Make sure your student has shown me the book they are going to read before they begin.
Math
Students will be set up simple equations, work with sequencing, and continue to work on basic math skills to improve speed and accuracy. Our primary focus this year will be on fractions, percents and the basics of geometry.
Science
Since this summer was the 40th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing we have been looking at the beginnings of the space program. Students have their study guide. We will have a test over this material on September 17. Next, we will begin our unit on Earth Science.
Social Studies
We have been reviewing U.S. geography and focusing on the natural features of the land. Our upcoming test will cover this information and also include some basic knowledge of the Native American who prospered on the land in earlier times.
Next we will look at the Age of Discovery and learn about the first Europeans to come to America.
Coming up
Early Release September 10
2:00 p.m.
Mid terms home September 23
PTL Carnival September 25
RMD Conference September 30-
No School October 2
We know that we live in him and he in us, because he has given us of his Spirit.
1John 4:13
Friday, August 7, 2009
A New Year Begins
Welcome to Mr. McWilliams 5th grade class.
I hope you all had a terrific summer. My family and I stayed close to home this summer, but we did get up into the mountains to do a little hiking.
I want you all to know that I am excited about getting started. A new school year can be very exciting, it can also be a little intimidating. Don't worry, God has blessed us all so much already I am positive he has many more blessing in store for us.
The theme for this school year is from Ephesians 4:32. "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." Each day is truly a new beginning. I hope when you walk into class each day you remember the great love God has for you. What a gift God gives us each day, knowing that we are saved by his gift of grace.
Let's have a great year!
In Christ,
David McWilliams
I hope you all had a terrific summer. My family and I stayed close to home this summer, but we did get up into the mountains to do a little hiking.
I want you all to know that I am excited about getting started. A new school year can be very exciting, it can also be a little intimidating. Don't worry, God has blessed us all so much already I am positive he has many more blessing in store for us.
The theme for this school year is from Ephesians 4:32. "Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." Each day is truly a new beginning. I hope when you walk into class each day you remember the great love God has for you. What a gift God gives us each day, knowing that we are saved by his gift of grace.
Let's have a great year!
In Christ,
David McWilliams
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