Another Busy Day

The first week of school flew by!  Today we continued math, reading, and writing.  We also established expectations for group work and for taking care of the classroom.  Ask your child about the math game we played today, about Cinquain poetry, and the time we spent with our first grade buddies.

The Wise Owl: Read All About UES!

Our school's website features a blog updated daily by our principal, Chris Hennessy.  Please check it out to find out what's going on throughout the school.  You can find the link on our school website or go directly to http://ueswiseowl.blogspot.com/.

Band and Orchestra

As a fifth grader, your child has the chance to play in the orchestra and band.  Next Wednesday (9/4) we will see a demonstration of the various instruments your child can choose from.  Information about instrument rentals and joining band or orchestra will go home on that day.

Day Two

Today we explored math materials, defined poetry, read and wrote poems, played "Smaug's Jewels, created classroom jobs, and had a visit from our principal Mr. Hennessy.  Ask your child about reflective symmetry, rotational symmetry, diamante poems, and about those who shared what was in their sacks.

First Day!

We had a great first day back!  We spent time becoming reacquainted with the school, friends, teachers, and routines.  We also spent time writing and reading to get back into academic routines.  Ask your child about lunch groups, games we played, and about his or her first fifth grade homework assignment.  It was a long and exciting day.  I think that we will all sleep well tonight!

Welcome Back!

The classroom has been spruced up, I have been planning and planning, and I am ready for a new school year!  I am very excited to see everyone on Wednesday for the first day of school.  Look for the sign that says "Wendy" on the upper playground when the bell rings in a new year.  Please pack a snack and bring a water bottle to help fuel you throughout the day.  See you soon!