Friday, November 02, 2007

Mid-semester...we're busy!

This week, our class is moving onto bigger and better multiples in math, using equations and complete sentences to solve problems, wrapping up our first round of Literature Circle books, writing scripts for classroom presentations, and preparing for parent/teacher conferences.

Your student will lead our conference, this year. This is a highlight of the year for many students and parents, and is a big step for each student as they begin to take more responsibility for their learning. Your student will share with you their strengths as a student, so far this year, and identify goals for what they need to work on. As they share their goals, we will identify specific activities in the classroom and at home that can help the student reach their goals.

Thank you for your support at home as we move into a very busy time of the academic year. Good nutritution, limits on distractions, plenty of rest every night, and dialogue with your student about homework is essential for their success.

Sincerely,
Mr Larrison