The Toucan Squawk, April 4th - 8th

Hello families!  I hope everyone had a great weekend.  The spelling words for this week are words with Wh and Th Diagraphs: 

1. there
2. than
3. whimper
4. whale
5. thought
6. whirl
7. them
8. wheel
9. through
10. whisper 

This week are continuing their unit in Fractions, and are also practicing how to take tests with the Stanford 10 format.  This test format is a bit tough for some students, so we are working on taking multiple choice tests, as well listening to directions.  The test is mainly set up with me reading the directions, and the students making their selection on their paper.  Tomorrow, the students will be getting a printed format of the test, so they can practice on paper.  I'll also be giving the students a snack both testing days to help them concentrate on the test, rather than on being hungry.  Today we also talked about what they will need to remember to do for each testing day.  The following is what we talked about:

1. Get a good night's sleep.
2. Eat a healthy and substantial breakfast.
3. Listen to the directions.

The tests are spread across two, possibly three days (Monday and Tuesday, and possibly Wednesday).  I ask the following of everyone to help your students do their best on their tests:

1. Schedule all appointments AFTER the end of the school day.  Students who are checked out midday will not be admitted to the classroom, and will not be able to complete the test.
2. If you believe your student to be sick, keep them home.  Students who miss THE ENTIRE DAY will have the chance to make-up the missed section.
3. Have available a breakfast which is substanial and healthy.  This will encourage students to concentrate on their tests, rather than being hungry. 
4. Encourage getting a full night's sleep.  This will encourage students to concentrate on their tests, rather than being tired.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the school.

Have a great weekend!

News
Apr. 11          PTO Meeting, 1:45, Faculty Lounge
Apr. 11- 15   Testing Week, AIMs and Stanford 10
Apr. 20          Progress Reports go home
Apr. 22 - 25  Spring Holiday, no school
Apr. 29          PdS Spring Carnival, 4:30 - 6:30

Birthdays
Apr. 9th         Cameron
Ap. 30th        Shayla