This week we had a band concert performance. It was so much fun seeing the older students perform with their wind instruments and percussion instruments. The students informed us all that they have been practicing since October. WOW! That's a long time to learn and practice. It let us realize that "practice really does make us better." I say "better," and not "perfect," because truly there is no perfection. We all must strive to just be the best we can be. Effort is the only important aspect. The students all enjoyed listening to the band. Mr. Jocelyn even complimented the 3rd- 5th graders for being an excellent audience. In the classroom we learned so much. In Math:
Important Events: Please come and join us for a celebration of the student's hard work during their informational writing unit. When: Tuesday, April 2nd 8:20- 8:50 Where: Room 327 We hope to see you all there!
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This week we accomplished a lot. The students all did a wonderful job at presenting during their Spring Conferences too. It was a joy to see their excitement about their learning growth. While presenting students used a packet which informed their families of their learning. Students discussed what they were proud of and what they wanted to work on to strengthen for the rest of the year. Self-assessment is a wonderful tool to really think about your own learning. Students were asked to rate their own hard work and all students were reflective thinkers. Using such tools helps students focus on "growth mindset," concepts and understand that "with effort "I" can accomplish many things!" Here are a few things we learned/discussed this week. . . MATH:
Sample Sentence Starters: I think _________ because _________. I'd like to add onto that idea __________. I agree with that idea because __________. What do you mean by _________. Can you explain _________. CLICK HERE FOR HELPFUL MATH STRATEGIES THAT OUR MATH CURRICULUM USES . . . https://franklinroom27.weebly.com/homework.html LITERACY:
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IMPORTANT EVENTS: Sunday, March 24th- Chez Vous Roller Rink, from 2-4 PM. Franklin's Family Day. Tuesday, April 2nd- Author's Celebration for Information Writing, 8:20 AM Wednesday, April 3rd - Suzy Kline author of the "Horrible Harry" series, Author Visit. Thursday, April 4th- ELA MCAS part 1 Friday, April 5th- ELA MCAS part 2 RECORDER HELPERS:
This week we did a lot of learning. Here is one highlight from the week: We started reading a passage from MCAS about Benjamin Franklin. We worked on answering multiple choice questions and also worked on how to answer an open response. Students worked really hard on this. Here are a few other things we learned about: Math:
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Shout out to some of our students. They were mentioned in the local newspaper. Here is a photo of them playing in the snow! (Jamie and Ciaran) They were having "snow much" fun! ( SO much fun...) Overall, we had a super week. Students were focused and productive. I think they were mostly excited because we had beautiful weather this week. Learning in the classroom has been exciting with all of our hands on learning work. Allowing students to work in pairs or groups is great because it gives students authentic learning experiences. It also just makes it enjoyable for students too. They get so excited and dive deeper into their learning when they can discuss their thinking with their friends. Hope you all have a wonderful weekend. See you all Monday. FYI- For your information: If you are practicing your recorder here is a reference to use. Here are the notes for F = do and also G= do Use the songs belong to reference where "do" is on the musical staff. NOTICES: NOTICES:
Also, a reminder that we will having student-led conferences this week. Please remember to bring your child as they will be leading the conference. In addition, this Thursday, March 21 is an early release day with a 12:30 dismissal. FAMILIES OF NEWTON AND BOSTON FRANKLIN STUDENTS ARE MEETING UP March 24, (Sunday) from 2-4 p.m. come join us in Boston and Roller Skate. F.A.M.E. is hosting an event at Chez Vous Roller Skating in Dorchester. It is $5 per person (vouchers available) and this includes admission and skates. Students, teachers, and families are all welcome to attend. 11 Rhoades St, Dorchester Center, MA 02124 (Address) Warmly, Room 327 Teachers This week we only had four days of school. Monday was a SNOW DAY! Then, the students came back on Tuesday refreshed. This week we ended our Geometry Unit in Math and started our Fractions Unit. We also furthered our learning about Pilgrims. Additionally, we recently confirmed our date for our field trip to the Pilmoth Plantation. . . It will be on Wednesday, May 29th, 2019! We will send out information regarding this trip soon. Also, this Monday will be Dress Like Your Favorite Character Day! Students may dress up if they would like, however, this is optional. We will also have our next all school meeting on Monday. Important dates: Monday, March 11: Dress Like Your Favorite Character Day and All School Meeting March 18th- 29th: Spring Conferences. These conferences will be student led. Thursday, March 21: Early Release for Students at 12:30 Sunday, March 24: Franklin's Family Day at Chez Vouz Roller Rink, 2-4 PM Wednesday, May 29: Field Trip Pilmoth Plantation Math:
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This week we came back from February break and the students were well rested. We didn't get to have our Understanding our Differences program because of the snow delay this week, but we should be able to reschedule this soon. However, Laura Ingalls Wilder from the Creative Arts and Sciences program did come to present her act. She performed an act that described the lifestyle of Americans moving west during the westward expansion around the 1830s. In Literacy/Social Studies
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