This week we will be starting Topic 12 in math, covering Fractions. Typically we would not start fractions until after Winter Break, but we just received the district assessment for Math and found it is on fractions. As this test is due early December, we have had to adjust our math pacing.
This is our last story week for Unit 2: Neighborhoods and Communities. That also means that this is the last week to work on Community Organization projects and models. Let me know if your child needs ideas or clarification on their model.
This week we start conferences! We will be discussing your child's progress and addressing any concerns. I have scheduled conferences every 20 minutes, so please try your best to be on time so that we do not run over into another appointment's time. If we cannot discuss things within that 20 minutes, I will schedule a follow up conference. I would like your child to attend as well, but if you would like to discuss things without them, you may choose to do so. If you have not scheduled a conference yet, please contact me soon. I will be sending out appointment confirmations on Monday.
I mentioned before that we finished 2nd Step. This is a program to teach empathy, problem solving skills, calming down methods, self-control, and promote anti-bullying. Please discuss these at home, and encourage your child to practice the skills they learned.