Ms. Dailey's Class

Ms. Dailey's Class News

September 12, 2016 - September 16, 2016

I would like to thank those parents who were able to attend Open House on Thursday, September 8, 2016. Your attendance was greatly appreciated.
Last week, students took MAP Reading and Math. I will continue to assess students using the DRA test this week. This test takes a little longer due to each student being tested individually. Test data will be shared at the parent conference on Thursday, September 22nd.

Standards and Skills for the Week

Math:
Standards: 2.MDA.1 Order three objects by length using indirect comparison

2.MDA.2 Use nonstandard physical models to show the length of an object as the number of same size units of length with no gaps or overlaps

Objective: SW use centimeter cubes to measure objects.

Science:
Standards: 2.P.3A.2 Develop and use models to exemplify how matter can be mixed together and separated again based on the properties of the mixture.

3.P.3A.3 Conduct structured investigations to test how adding or removing heat can cause changes in solids and liquids.

Objectives: SW be able to explain what a physical change is.

Social Studies:

Standards: 2-1.3: Recognize the features of urban, suburban, and rural areas of the local region.

Objectives: Students will recognize features of a Rural community.

Reading:

RI 8.2 Use index, headings, bullets, and captions to locate key facts and information; explain the relationship between these features and the text.

Objective: SW identify the main idea and details in an informational text.

Word Study:

Standards: RL 3 Demonstrate understanding of spoken words, syllables, and sounds.

Objective: SW Build and Blend words with the short a and long a sounds

Story for the Week

“Family Farm Then and Now.”

(Reading Comprehension Assessment on Thursday)

Vocabulary Words

(Assessment on Thursday)

1. harvest- (verb) the gathering of a crop 2. crops- (plural noun) plants grown and gathered to be used for food or sold to earn money 3. knowledge- (noun) having information about something 4. machines- (plural noun) devices that do particular jobs 5. irrigate- (verb) to supply water by artificial means

Homework: Monday - Thursday

Check your child's student planner for differentiated homework assignments.

*READING: Students will receive a set of reading passages to complete throughout the week. Please use the (Guide to Answering Reading Comprehension Questions) when answering each question. All homework assignments are due on Friday.

* SPELLING: Students will receive a list of spelling words. They should use their choice board chart to complete an activity each night.

(Click on the link below to get online practice) http://www.learninggamesforkids.com/spelling-games/short-vowel-games.htm
MATH: Complete an activity sheet.

(Click on the link below to get online practice) https://www.google.com/#q=number+bonds+website+

September 12-Fall Pictures
September 15- Field Trip Forms and Money Due
September 22-Early Dismissal @ 11:30am
September 22-Parent Conferences
September 26-Chick Fil A Family Night 5-8pm
September 29-Library Field Study

Reminders

* If you have not signed your child's RUP form, please do it as soon as possible. You may log into Parent Portal to complete the process. You may access Parent Portal from the Richland Two homepage. Once you are logged into Parent Portal, click on "Returning Student Annual Update" and complete the information.

*Assessments should be review, signed, and returned on Friday.

(Please place it in the pocket of the communication folder.)