Singing for Our Savior
The fourth graders sing this Sunday at the 8:00 AM service. Students should plan on meeting up in the music room in the balcony of the church around 7:45. I look forward to introducing the fourth graders to my daughter Olivia.
Special Events
Zion is planning an all school assembly on Thursday, October 6, for our recent school fundraiser. The fourth graders are welcoming a guest speaker to their classroom on Wednesday, October 7. The guest speaker will be talking to us about spiders. It will fit perfectly into our recent science studies.
Baby Food Jars and Biscuits
I would like to thank Mrs. Schmidt for her generous donation of baby food jars for our classroom. We are making homemade butter with them on Friday and will be using them for art, literature and science projects throughout the year. Also, I would like to thank Mrs. Prunell for volunteering to bake our biscuits and assisting in our butter churning. Additionally, I would like to thank the Dobrinic family for the delicious apple butter.
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Thursday, September 23, 2010
9.24.10 Newsletter
Subtraction Club
Our Subtraction Club opened its doors to new members this week. Usually it doesn't start until second quarter, but this year's fourth grade did such a great job being inducted into the Addition Club, enrollment started at a record pace. We have two charter members of the Subtraction Club: Caroline and Elizabeth.
Science Test
We will have a Science test that covers Chapter 4 on Friday, October 1. Because we are covering the same material again in Health class during the fourth quarter, I will allow students to use their book for the test. We will have a review in class prior to the test and extra credit will be offered. There will not be a study guide given for this chapter.
Baby Food Jars
I am asking that each student bring in a baby food jar on Friday, October 1. This week we are reading about biscuits. I would like to make biscuits and homemade butter on Friday. Baby food jars are essential to the butter making process. If a parent or two would like to join us on Friday at 1:30 to help with the biscuit project I would happily accept. Let me know if you are interested and available.
Chapel
Looking way ahead in our calendar year, our fourth grade class will be in charge of chapel on Wednesday, April 27. I am sure your student would love to have you there. It will be a special Easter Chapel. My husband, Seminarian Matyas, will be helping us.
Writing Assignments
Both the September Book Report and the Persuasive Essay are due this upcoming week. The book report will count as both an English writing grade and a Reading grade. The Persuasive Essay requires a parent's signature verifying that he or she has read over the essay and helped with proofreading.
Picture Retakes
Students who did not have a picture taken at registration or who desire to have their picture retaken will have their opportunity on Monday, September 27.
Our Subtraction Club opened its doors to new members this week. Usually it doesn't start until second quarter, but this year's fourth grade did such a great job being inducted into the Addition Club, enrollment started at a record pace. We have two charter members of the Subtraction Club: Caroline and Elizabeth.
Science Test
We will have a Science test that covers Chapter 4 on Friday, October 1. Because we are covering the same material again in Health class during the fourth quarter, I will allow students to use their book for the test. We will have a review in class prior to the test and extra credit will be offered. There will not be a study guide given for this chapter.
Baby Food Jars
I am asking that each student bring in a baby food jar on Friday, October 1. This week we are reading about biscuits. I would like to make biscuits and homemade butter on Friday. Baby food jars are essential to the butter making process. If a parent or two would like to join us on Friday at 1:30 to help with the biscuit project I would happily accept. Let me know if you are interested and available.
Chapel
Looking way ahead in our calendar year, our fourth grade class will be in charge of chapel on Wednesday, April 27. I am sure your student would love to have you there. It will be a special Easter Chapel. My husband, Seminarian Matyas, will be helping us.
Writing Assignments
Both the September Book Report and the Persuasive Essay are due this upcoming week. The book report will count as both an English writing grade and a Reading grade. The Persuasive Essay requires a parent's signature verifying that he or she has read over the essay and helped with proofreading.
Picture Retakes
Students who did not have a picture taken at registration or who desire to have their picture retaken will have their opportunity on Monday, September 27.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Powder Valley Field Trip
The fourth graders had a fantastic time at Powder Valley today. We went for a hike, enjoyed God's creation, viewed animals and learned about our earth. It was a wonderful way to spend a day. I would like to thank Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Nea, Mrs. Simon and Mrs. Schmidt for driving.
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| Tristan, Elizabeth, Hannah and Mrs. Simon explore the tree house. |
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| Emily, Maddie, Justin and Mrs. Nea observe the birds. |
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| Erin, Kurt and Julia record their findings. |
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| Julian and Sam create a puppet show. |
Thursday, September 16, 2010
9.17.10 Newsletter
Addition Club
Ring the bells and sound the drums it is official: every student in my classroom is a member of the Addition Club. I am so proud of all of the students for making it into the Addition Club. All 15 of them were able to complete 100 addition problems with 100% accuracy in 5 minutes. Way to go fourth grade! I am counting down the days until it is time for the Subtraction Club to begin.
Mid-Term Report
Mid-term reports will be sent home at the end of the day on Friday. The grade on the report should match your student's online grade. If not, don't panic. I may have uploaded grades to the website after the reports were sent to the printer. This was my mistake. Next quarter mid-terms will not be sent home as a paper copy. Report cards, however, will continue to be printed.
Field Trip to Powder Valley
We have enough drivers for the upcoming field trip on Tuesday, September 21. Mrs. Nea, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Simon and Mrs. Schmidt have all volunteered to drive. I am sure it will be a wonderful event. Mrs. Glover and I would like the students and chaperones to wear their red Zion technology shirt and jeans for the field trip, make sure you bring your sack lunch as well.
Love and Logic Class
I am excited to hear that many of you are taking the Love and Logic parenting class on Sunday mornings with Mrs. Kuhlman and Mrs. Bernhardt. I am a strong advocate of Love and Logic both in the classroom and at home. Please use the parents in our classroom as a community for moral support. Together we really are better.
Social Studies and Math Test
Mrs. Glover will be giving a Social Studies test on Wednesday, September 22. We will also have a Math test on Friday, September 24. A pre-test for Math will be given and reviewed in class.
Magazines
Thank you for all of the magazines that have been donated to our classroom. If anyone else has magazines around the house that could use a new home, our classroom is available.
Ring the bells and sound the drums it is official: every student in my classroom is a member of the Addition Club. I am so proud of all of the students for making it into the Addition Club. All 15 of them were able to complete 100 addition problems with 100% accuracy in 5 minutes. Way to go fourth grade! I am counting down the days until it is time for the Subtraction Club to begin.
Mid-Term Report
Mid-term reports will be sent home at the end of the day on Friday. The grade on the report should match your student's online grade. If not, don't panic. I may have uploaded grades to the website after the reports were sent to the printer. This was my mistake. Next quarter mid-terms will not be sent home as a paper copy. Report cards, however, will continue to be printed.
We have enough drivers for the upcoming field trip on Tuesday, September 21. Mrs. Nea, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Simon and Mrs. Schmidt have all volunteered to drive. I am sure it will be a wonderful event. Mrs. Glover and I would like the students and chaperones to wear their red Zion technology shirt and jeans for the field trip, make sure you bring your sack lunch as well.
Love and Logic Class
I am excited to hear that many of you are taking the Love and Logic parenting class on Sunday mornings with Mrs. Kuhlman and Mrs. Bernhardt. I am a strong advocate of Love and Logic both in the classroom and at home. Please use the parents in our classroom as a community for moral support. Together we really are better.
Social Studies and Math Test
Mrs. Glover will be giving a Social Studies test on Wednesday, September 22. We will also have a Math test on Friday, September 24. A pre-test for Math will be given and reviewed in class.
Magazines
Thank you for all of the magazines that have been donated to our classroom. If anyone else has magazines around the house that could use a new home, our classroom is available.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
9.10.10 Newsletter
Launch Party
I wanted to give a quick reminder about the Tech Party tonight at the Stegton. The committee would like to add that you must have already RSVP'd in order to attend. I look forward to seeing you.
Love and Logic Sunday Class
Mrs. Bernhardt and Mrs. Kulhman are starting a new Sunday morning Bible study at Zion. It is on the topic of "Parenting with Love & Logic". This class is geared for school age children/families. It starts September 12. If you are curious about Love and Logic or are interested in sharpening your skills, please take advantage of this opportunity. I would love for your students to also take advantage of the Sunday School program.We will be traveling with the other fourth grade class to Powder Valley on Friday, September 21. So far, we have one parent volunteer: Mrs. Nea. If you are available and are an approved driver in the office, please let me know. Permission slips will be going home in today's Friday Folder. It is due Monday, September 14.
Blog Comments
I have changed the settings on the blog, and you should be able to leave a comment (if you desire) without having to have a gmail account. Let me know if you have any trouble. You can always reach me with email: vmatyas@zionharvester.org
Thursday, September 2, 2010
9.3.10 Newsletter
Addition Club
Congratulations to Justin and Elizabeth for making it into the Addition Club! Memberships are still available. We have four open spots to fill. No dues required. Students simply need to answer 100 addition problems with 100% accuracy in 5 minutes.
September Book Report
Students will need to read a mystery book for their September book report. Books need to be approved by me. Book choice is due Tuesday, September 14. The report will be due Thursday, September 30. Students are welcome to get books from home, the local library or the school library. The information and rubric for the book report will be distributed next week.
Scholastic Book Order
Book orders were sent home on Monday. Information about online ordering is available in a previous blog post. Book orders are due Friday, September 10.
Science Test
There will be a Science Test that covers Chapter 3 on Friday, September 10. Study guides for the test will be given to the students next week. Study guides will not be graded. It is up to the student to use or not use it. Extra credit will be offered.
Memory Review
On Thursday we will have a written review of Commandments 1-5.
Fundraiser Packets
Fundraiser forms are due back to school the Tuesday after Labor Day. Mrs. Skerston has volunteered to double check the money count for our class. Her service is appreciated.
Magazines Wanted
I will take your old household magazines and use them for art, science, spelling and literature projects throughout the year. If you have magazines around the house that could use a new home, please send them to school.
Fundraiser Packets
Fundraiser forms are due back to school the Tuesday after Labor Day. Mrs. Skerston has volunteered to double check the money count for our class. Her service is appreciated.
Magazines Wanted
I will take your old household magazines and use them for art, science, spelling and literature projects throughout the year. If you have magazines around the house that could use a new home, please send them to school.
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