Newsletter - Sept. 21-25

Here is our weekly newsletter.  Enjoy!

This week:  In reading class we are starting to read fables to find their similarities and analyze their lessons and morals.  These are great for reading and sharing at home.  In math, we are finding the relationship between our addition and subtraction strategies to get ready for an assessment on Monday of next week.  We are continuing our bee unit by creating scientific models of bees with paper mache.  Soon, we have a beekeeper coming in to talk to us about bees and beehives.  In each of these subject areas we will be writing, writing, and writing.  

We will also be sharing what we have been learning at this week's school board meeting.  Some of our 2nd graders will be presenting at the meeting to tell the board about STEAM, our bee unit, and how it all works with our Common Core standards.  The presentation will be a the district office Thursday night at 5:00.

Valley Fire Fundraiser: Please help Mundy raise funds to help victims of the Valley Fire.  Many families have lost their homes and everything they own.  If you would like to help contribute, we will be taking donations this week.  Just bring your donations in to your teacher.  Our donations will be contributed to the Redwood Credit Union, and funds will go directly to families in Lake and Napa Counties. Thank you in advance for your generosity in helping a family in need!  If you have any questions, email Shareen Choy, 5^th grade teacher at shareenc@fsusd.org. 

Last week:  We created scientific bee diagrams, created giant hive diagrams for our walls, and worked on how to have meaningful conversations with our partners and groups.  We finished non-fiction text features and our subtraction strategies.

We have also been working on critical thinking and creativity.  Here are some good things to think about when helping your child be more creative at home.

Important Dates:September 24th, 5:00 - Mrs. Johann's and Mrs. Bundethal's class presentation to the District School Board
September 25th - Picture Day