Dear Families,

Friday, December 12 marks the end of the 2nd quarter. Please check Powerschool to see if there are any missing assignments. All missing assignments must be turned in ASAP. Be sure to check Powerschool on Tuesday, December 16 for 2nd Quarter final grades.

CLASS CHRISTMAS PARTY:

We will have a Christmas party this Friday morning, December 12, from 8:00-9:00 AM. We will leave for our annual Skating Party at 9:10 A.M.

ROLLER SKATING PARTY TRANSPORTATION:

We need to carpool to and from the Skating Party this Friday, December 12. Carpools will leave school at 9:10 A.M. and leave Cal Skate at 11:30 A.M. Please return the transportation forms that were sent home so that I know the transportation plans for your child. 

TOGETHER WE “CAN” FOOD DRIVE:

Once again (over the last 11 years; previously called Red Buckets) we have the privilege to help the families of Pinedale this holiday season! We will be collecting CANned foods thru Dec. 9th to distribute through the Pinedale Book Buddies program. Our students are already volunteering as Book Buddies at Pinedale elementary school and we would like to continue our support for their programs. Our delivery this year will help families by providing food for Christmas.

If you are interested in making a financial donation, please send cash/check to the office and designate “Food – Pinedale.” We have a program with Food Maxx where we use scrip and S.H.A.R.E.S. so FCS also benefits!

If you have any questions, please contact Rob Foshee at rfoshee@fresnochristian.com.

DECEMBER AND JANUARY READING:

There are no independent reading requirements for the month of December. The required reading for January is a genre of the student’s choice and the activity will be to write a “Response to Literature.” We will review how to write a Response to Literature in January.

WRITING:

Students will write the persuasive writing 2nd Quarter assessment on Monday, December 8.

MATH:

We continue Chapter 5: Measurement and Integers. Students will be tested on perimeter, area and converting units of length, weight and capacity on Tuesday, December 9.

SOCIAL STUDIES:

This week we continue our time travel to the age of exploration.

BIBLE:

This week we continue Unit 4 Gospel Writings: Jesus’ Birth and Early Ministry

SCRIPTURE MEMORY VERSE:

The memory verse for this week is John 15:10 and the test will be this Thursday, December 11. Students will be graded on writing the verse accurately, including correct wording, spelling, punctuation, grammar and scripture reference.

If you keep my commands, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commands and remain in his love.

John 15:10

SPELLING: Spelling Lesson 17 words will be tested this Thursday, December 11.

Lesson 17

 Words with prefixes over-, under-, sub-

1. overbearing
2. overcast
3. overconfident
4. overdevelop
5. overdraft
6. overhang
7. overindulge
8. overlay
9. overpower
10. undercarriage
11. underdone
12. underestimate
13. underrate
14. undertake
15. submarine

 Challenge Words

1. overwhelm
2. substandard
3. subcommittee
4. overindulge
5. subsequent

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• JH/HS Christmas Program: December 8 at 7:00 PM
• K-6 Christmas Program: December 9 at 7:00 PM
• Classroom Christmas Party: December 12 from 8:00-9:00 AM
• Elementary Roller Skating: December 12 from 9:30-11:30 AM
• NOON DISMISSAL – December 12
• End of First Semester: December 12
• Final Grades in Powerschool: December 16
• NO SCHOOL – Christmas Break: December 15-January 2
• School Resumes: January 5
• NO SCHOOL – Martin Luther King Day: January 19
• Oral Interpretation Assembly: January 26 from 1:30-2:45
• NOON DISMISSAL – Parent Teacher Conferences: February 2 through February 6
• Happy Birthday Kamdon Marquez: February 4
• NO SCHOOL – Lincoln’s Birthday: February 9
• Happy Birthday Gregory Tanaka: February 10
• NO SCHOOL – President’s Day: February 16
• Happy Birthday Max Hinton: February 16

THANKSGIVING THANK YOU:

Thank you to all the parents who organized, brought supplies for and helped at our Thanksgiving party last week. We appreciate all you do for us!

ROLLER SKATING PARTY TRANSPORTATION PLANS:

We need to carpool to and from the Skating Party on Friday, December 12. Carpools will leave school at 9:10 A.M. and leave Cal Skate at 11:30 A.M. Please return the transportation forms that were sent home by this Friday, December 5, so that we can plan our carpools.

TOWN HALL MEETING:

You are invited to our 2014 Fresno Christian Schools Town Hall meeting. Come and hear about FCS Finances, Enrollment, Future FCS Programs and about some exciting opportunities for our parents, sponsoring churches, and alumni to participate in the life of our school community.

When:  December 2, 2014
Time:   6:30PM-8:00PM
Where: Peoples Church
Student Ministries Main Room

There will be coffee and water available.

FLEECE BLANKETS PROJECT:

TOGETHER WE “CAN” FOOD DRIVE:

Once again (over the last 11 years; previously called Red Buckets) we have the privilege to help the families of Pinedale this holiday season! We will be collecting CANned foods Nov. 17th thru Dec. 9th to distribute through the Pinedale Book Buddies program. Our students are already volunteering as Book Buddies at Pinedale elementary school and we would like to continue our support for their programs. Our delivery this year will help families by providing food for Christmas.

Pinedale resource leaders put together a list of items most used in the community and this information will come home today. Please check this list before you shop.

If you are interested in making a financial donation, please send cash/check to the office and designate “Food – Pinedale.” We have a program with Food Maxx where we use scrip and S.H.A.R.E.S. so FCS also benefits!

If you have any questions, please contact Rob Foshee at rfoshee@fresnochristian.com.

NOVEMBER READING:

Students will independently read a book from a different genre each month. Class time will be given every day for silent reading and students are expected to read a minimum of 10 pages a day. If they are unable to complete this in class, then reading becomes homework.

Note: There are no independent reading or project requirements for the month of December.

The genre for the month of November is historical fiction. Students should show their selected historical fiction book to me for approval. As a response to this literature, students will make a book cube. Students may get the book cube manila tag material and rubric from me when they are finished reading their books. The book cubes are due on Monday, December 1.

Side 1: The title, the author, and the student’s name neatly labeled.

Side 2: The setting illustrated and a written one-sentence description.

Side 3: The protagonist illustrated and a written one-sentence description, including the name of the character.

Side 4: The antagonist illustrated and a written one-sentence description, including the name of the character.

Side 5: The conflict described in detail.

Side 6: A summary which includes what happens at the beginning, middle, and end of the story.

WRITING:

This week students will continue persuasive writing in preparation for the 2nd Quarter Writing Assessment.

MATH:

We begin Chapter 5: Measurement and Integers.

SOCIAL STUDIES:

This week we time travel to the age of exploration where we’ll meet fearless explorers to the New World.

BIBLE:

This week we continue Unit 4 Gospel Writings: Jesus’ Birth and Early Ministry

SCRIPTURE MEMORY VERSE:

Students will memorize scripture weekly and take a written test each Friday. The memory verse for this week Matthew 7: 7-8 and the test will be this Friday, December 5. Students will be graded on writing the verse accurately, including correct wording, spelling, punctuation, grammar and scripture reference.

Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.

Matthew 7: 7-8

SPELLING: Spelling Lesson 16 words will be tested this Friday, December 5.

Lesson 16: Words with suffixes –ant, -ent, -ist

1. diligent
2. contestant
3. immigrant
4. informant
5. inhabitant
6. significant
7. irritant
8. observant
9. resident
10. panelist
11. participant
12. scientist
13. biologist
14. columnist
15. medalist

 Challenge Words

1. idealist
2. sufficient
3. lieutenant
4. persistent
5. complainant

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• Town Hall Meeting: December 2 at 6:30 PM
• Elementary Drama “A Bag Full of Fables”: December 5 at 7:00 PM
• JH/HS Christmas Program: December 8 at 7:00 PM
• K-6 Christmas Program: December 9 at 7:00 PM
• Classroom Christmas Party: December 12 from 8:00-9:00 AM
• Elementary Roller Skating: December 12 from 9:30-11:30 AM
• NOON DISMISSAL: December 12
• End of First Semester: December 12
• NO SCHOOL Christmas Break: December 15-January 2
• School Resumes: January 5

Dear Parents,

There is no school this Wednesday through Friday due to the Thanksgiving Break. School will resume on Monday, December 1.

FLEECE BLANKETS PROJECT:

TOGETHER WE “CAN” FOOD DRIVE:

Once again (over the last 11 years; previously called Red Buckets) we have the privilege to help the families of Pinedale this holiday season! We will be collecting CANned foods Nov. 17th thru Dec. 9th to distribute through the Pinedale Book Buddies program. Our students are already volunteering as Book Buddies at Pinedale elementary school and we would like to continue our support for their programs. Our delivery this year will help families by providing food for Christmas.

Pinedale resource leaders put together a list of items most used in the community and this information will come home today. Please check this list before you shop.

If you are interested in making a financial donation, please send cash/check to the office and designate “Food – Pinedale.” We have a program with Food Maxx where we use scrip and S.H.A.R.E.S. so FCS also benefits!

If you have any questions, please contact Rob Foshee at rfoshee@fresnochristian.com.

NOVEMBER READING:

Students will independently read a book from a different genre each month. Class time will be given every day for silent reading and students are expected to read a minimum of 10 pages a day. If they are unable to complete this in class, then reading becomes homework.

Note: There are no independent reading or project requirements for the month of December.

The genre for the month of November is historical fiction. Students should show their selected historical fiction book to me for approval. As a response to this literature, students will make a book cube. Students may get the book cube manila tag material and rubric from me when they are finished reading their books. The book cubes are due on Monday, December 1.

Side 1: The title, the author, and the student’s name neatly labeled.

Side 2: The setting illustrated and a written one-sentence description.

Side 3: The protagonist illustrated and a written one-sentence description, including the name of the character.

Side 4: The antagonist illustrated and a written one-sentence description, including the name of the character.

Side 5: The conflict described in detail.

Side 6: A summary which includes what happens at the beginning, middle, and end of the story.

WRITING:

This week students will continue persuasive writing in preparation for the 2nd Quarter Writing Assessment next week.

MATH:

We conclude Chapter 4 with writing and solving expressions and equations. These concepts (text pp.162-177) will be tested on Monday, November 24.

SCIENCE: 

This week we conclude our study of plants. There will be a test on Monday, November 24. Students should use their Plant Packet as a study guide.

BIBLE:

This week we continue Unit 4 Gospel Writings: Jesus’ Birth and Early Ministry

SCRIPTURE MEMORY VERSE:

There is no Bible memory verse this week.

SPELLING: 

There is no Spelling test this week.

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• Classroom Thanksgiving Party: November 25 at 1:30 P.M.
• Happy Birthday to Owen McCann: November 25 
• NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break: November 26-28
• Town Hall Meeting: December 2 at 6:30 PM
• Elementary Drama “A Bag Full of Fables”: December 5 at 7:00 PM
• JH/HS Christmas Program: December 8 at 7:00 PM
• K-6 Christmas Program: December 9 at 7:00 PM
• Classroom Christmas Party: December 12 from 8:00-9:00 AM
• Elementary Roller Skating: December 12 from 9:30-11:30 AM
• NOON DISMISSAL: December 12
• End of First Semester: December 12
• NO SCHOOL Christmas Break: December 15-January 2
• School Resumes: January 5

TOGETHER WE “CAN” FOOD DRIVE:

Once again (over the last 11 years; previously called Red Buckets) we have the privilege to help the families of Pinedale this holiday season! We will be collecting CANned foods Nov. 17th thru Dec. 9th to distribute through the Pinedale Book Buddies program. Our students are already volunteering as Book Buddies at Pinedale elementary school and we would like to continue our support for their programs. Our delivery this year will help families by providing food for Christmas.

Pinedale resource leaders put together a list of items most used in the community and this information will come home today. Please check this list before you shop.

If you are interested in making a financial donation, please send cash/check to the office and designate “Food – Pinedale.” We have a program with Food Maxx where we use scrip and S.H.A.R.E.S. so FCS also benefits!

If you have any questions, please contact Rob Foshee at rfoshee@fresnochristian.com.

KIDS4TENNIS:

A sign-up paper will come home today for an after school tennis program. It will be on Thursdays (November 20, December 4, December 11 and December 18) at 2:45-3:45 P.M. on the blacktop. The cost is $39.00 and includes a FREE tennis racquet and 4 hours of lessons. Turn in the completed form to the school office by Wednesday, November 19.

NOVEMBER READING:

Students will independently read a book from a different genre each month. Class time will be given every day for silent reading and students are expected to read a minimum of 10 pages a day. If they are unable to complete this in class, then reading becomes homework.

The genre for the month of November is historical fiction. Students should show their selected historical fiction book to me for approval. As a response to this literature, students will make a book cube. Students may get the book cube manila tag material and rubric from me when they are finished reading their books. The book cubes are due on Monday, December 1.

Side 1: The title, the author, and the student’s name neatly labeled.

Side 2: The setting illustrated and a written one-sentence description.

Side 3: The protagonist illustrated and a written one-sentence description, including the name of the character.

Side 4: The antagonist illustrated and a written one-sentence description, including the name of the character.

Side 5: The conflict described in detail.

Side 6: A summary which includes what happens at the beginning, middle, and end of the story.

WRITING:

This week students will continue persuasive writing.

MATH:

We continue Chapter 4 with writing and solving expressions and equations. The test on these concepts (text pp.162-177) will be on Tuesday, November 25.

SCIENCE: 

This week we continue our study of plants.

BIBLE:

This week we continue Unit 4 Gospel Writings: Jesus’ Birth and Early Ministry

SCRIPTURE MEMORY VERSE:

Students will memorize scripture weekly and take a written test each Friday. The memory verse for this week 1 Corinthians 10:13 and the test will be this Friday, November 21. Students will be graded on writing the verse accurately, including correct wording, spelling, punctuation, grammar and scripture reference.

No temptation has overtaken you except what is common to mankind. And God is faithful; he will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear. But when you are tempted, he will also provide a way out so that you can endure it. 

1 Corinthians 10:13

SPELLING: 

Lesson 15 words will be tested this Friday, November 21.

Spelling Lesson 15

Suffixes –im-, in-, ir-, il-

1. inability
2. inaccessible
3. inadequate
4. inadmissible
5. inappropriate
6. inattentive
7. impress
8. inaudible
9. indigestion
10. irrational
11. insecure
12. irresponsible
13. immobile
14. immovable
15. impartial

 Challenge Words

1. inequitable
2. ineligible
3. indistinctive
4. impending
5. inexcusable

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• Classroom Thanksgiving Party: November 25 at 1:30 P.M.
• Happy Birthday to Owen McCann: November 25 
• NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break: November 26-28
• Town Hall Meeting: December 1 at 6:30 PM
• Elementary Drama “A Bag Full of Fables”: December 5 at 7:00 PM
• JH/HS Christmas Program: December 8 at 7:00 PM
• K-6 Christmas Program: December 9 at 7:00 PM
• Classroom Christmas Party: December 12 from 8:00-9:00 AM
• Elementary Roller Skating: December 12 from 9:30-11:30 AM
• NOON DISMISSAL: December 12
• End of First Semester: December 12
• NO SCHOOL Christmas Break: December 15-January 2
• School Resumes: January 5

Dear Parents,

Just a reminder that there is no school tomorrow, Tuesday, November 11, in observance of Veteran’s Day. School will resume on Wednesday, November 12.

VETERANS DAY PARADE: 

Tuesday, November 11 at 11:30 am

Please join us as we participate in honoring our Veterans by marching in The Fresno Veterans Day Parade. Join with the Fresno Christian Percussion, Color Guard, Music Students, and Cheerleaders. This event is open to all Fresno Christian students and families. Meet downtown at Ventura on M St., south of Inyo St. at 11:30.

TOGETHER WE “CAN” FOOD DRIVE:

Once again (over the last 11 years; previously called Red Buckets) we have the privilege to help the families of Pinedale this holiday season! We will be collecting CANned foods Nov. 17th thru Dec. 9th to distribute through the Pinedale Book Buddies program. Our students are already volunteering as Book Buddies at Pinedale elementary school and we would like to continue our support for their programs. Our delivery this year will help families by providing food for Christmas.

NOVEMBER READING:

Students will independently read a book from a different genre each month. Class time will be given every day for silent reading and students are expected to read a minimum  of 10 pages a day. If they are unable to complete this in class, then reading becomes homework.

The genre for the month of November is historical fiction. Students should show their selected historical fiction book to me for approval. As a response to this literature, students will make a book cube. Students may get the book cube manila tag material from me when they are finished reading their books.

Side 1: The title, the author, and the student’s name neatly labeled.

Side 2: The setting illustrated and a written one-sentence description.

Side 3: The protagonist illustrated and a written one-sentence description, including the name of the character.

Side 4: The antagonist illustrated and a written one-sentence description, including the name of the character.

Side 5: The conflict described in detail.

Side 6: A summary which includes what happens at the beginning, middle, and end of the story.

WRITING:

This week students will continue persuasive writing.

MATH:

This week we continue our study of Chapter 4: Division.

SCIENCE: 

This week we continue our study of plants, including photosynthesis and transpiration.

BIBLE:

This week we begin Unit 4 Gospel Writings: Jesus’ Birth and Early Ministry

SCRIPTURE MEMORY VERSE:

Students will memorize scripture weekly and take a written test each Friday. The memory verse for this week Romans 6:11 and the test will be this Friday, November 14. Students will be graded on writing the verse accurately, including correct wording, spelling, punctuation, grammar and scripture reference.

In the same way, count yourselves dead to sin but alive to God in Christ Jesus. 

Romans 6:11

SPELLING: 

Lesson 14 words will be tested this Friday, November 14.

Lesson 14: Words from Spanish and French

1. adobe
2. barbecue
3. barracuda
4. embargo
5. mosquito
6. croissant
7. rodeo
8. sombrero
9. tornado
10. plateau
11. ballet
12. beret
13. bouquet
14. campaign
15. envelope

Challenge Words

1. chauffeur
2. cuisine
3. etiquette
4. reservoir
5. critique

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• Chipotle Fundraiser: November 10
• NO SCHOOL Veterans’s Day: November 11
• Happy Birthday to Owen McCann: November 25
• NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break: November 26-28
• Town Hall Meeting: December 1 at 6:30 PM
• Elementary Drama “A Bag Full of Fables”: December 5 at 7:00 PM
• JH/HS Christmas Program: December 8 at 7:00 PM
• K-6 Christmas Program: December 9 at 7:00 PM
• Classroom Christmas Party: December 12 from 8:00-9:00 AM
• Elementary Roller Skating: December 12 from 9:30-11:30 AM
• NOON DISMISSAL: December 12
• End of First Semester: December 12
• NO SCHOOL Christmas Break: December 15-January 2
• School Resumes: January 5

Dear Parents,

Thank you for providing the candy for our Trunk or Treat car at Friday night’s Homecoming. A special thank you to Mrs.Williams for making a one-of-a-kind Wreck-It-Ralph candy dispenser for the trunk and to Mrs. Sue for providing the balloons.

OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD:

This is the 11th year that Fresno Christian has been involved with OCC. There are many programs that collect toys for children in need but OCC also connects these gifts with the gospel. These gift-filled shoeboxes are a powerful way to introduce children to God’s greatest gift, salvation through Jesus Christ. Each box that goes out helps connect local pastors and ministries with young people. For more information about OCC and how to pack boxes (and to see a great video with Si from Duck Dynasty) check out their link http://www.samaritanspurse.org/what-we-do/operation-christmas-child/. Shoeboxes will be collected at Fresno Christian until the end of this week. We want to reach our goal of 300 boxes. If everyone brings at least one box we can collect more than that!

VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY FIELD TRIP:

Today, November 3, both 5th grade classes will set sail aboard the Hawaiian Chieftain out of Sacramento. Mrs. Garrett and Mrs. McCann were chosen by lottery to be the parent chaperones to board the ship with the students. Since several students in Mrs. Vander Kooi’s class will be absent, we have room for a few more chaperones on board. Mrs. Smoljan and Mrs. Hinton will also be boarding the ship.

Departure from Fresno

Students will report directly to the classroom as usual at 8:00 A.M. We will board the charter bus at 8:15 A.M.

Arrival in Sacramento

We will eat lunch upon arrival at the dock. We will be on board the ship from 12:30-3:30 P.M.

Return to Fresno

We will board the bus immediately after debarking the ship. We should arrive back in Fresno between 6:30 and 7:00 P.M.

What to Bring

We will be sailing for three hours, so students need to be protected from the weather (sun or rain, heat or cold). Students should bring:

• Layered clothing
• Raingear (depending on the forecast)
• Sunscreen
• Hat (well fitting)
• Sneakers/rubber-soled shoes
• Brown bag lunch and drink
• Morning and late afternoon snacks
• Water bottles

What Not to Bring:

• any electronic devices including iPods, MP3 players, cell phones, or electronic games
• Chewing gum
• High-heeled or slip-on shoes
• Umbrellas
• Scarves or loose clothing

Seasickness

According to the Voyage of Discovery organizers, seasickness isn’t usually a problem. They want the children to be alert and able to participate in the program. Anti-seasickness medication can cause drowsiness, making it hard for the students to concentrate and participate in the program. For concerned families, they recommend checking with their doctor or a pharmacist for the best options. There are seasickness prevention alternatives available that may not cause the drowsiness that the standard remedies have been known to cause. Also, they recommend eating healthy, non-greasy foods moderately prior to the field trip.

Location of Dock

Old Sacramento

L St. and Front St.

Lower Dock – North of the Tower Bridge

Near Joe’s Crab Shack

http://L St & Front St, Sacramento, CA 95814

https://plus.google.com/Old Sacramento Parking L

NOVEMBER READING:

Students will independently read a book from a different genre each month. Class time will be given every day for silent reading and students are expected to read a minimum  of 10 pages a day. If they are unable to complete this in class, then reading becomes homework.

The genre for the month of November is historical fiction. Students should show their selected historical fiction book to me for approval. As a response to this literature, students will make a book cube. The book cube will have six sides.Students will independently read a book from a different genre each month. Class time will be given every day for silent reading and students are expected to read a minimum  of 10 pages a day. If they are unable to complete this in class, then reading becomes homework.

Side 1: The title, the author, and the student’s name neatly labeled.

Side 2: The setting illustrated and a written one-sentence description.

Side 3: The protagonist illustrated and a written one-sentence description, including the name of the character.

Side 4: The antagonist illustrated and a written one-sentence description, including the name of the character.

Side 5: The conflict described in detail.

Side 6: A summary which includes what happens at the beginning, middle, and end of the story.

WRITING:

This week students will continue persuasive writing.

LITERATURE:

We are reading the book, “Sign of the Beaver,” by Elizabeth George Speare. This is a Newbery Honor Book which tells the story of 12 year old Matt as he faces challenges and dangers alone in the Maine wilderness of 1763. This literature study enhances our research of the North American Natives.

MATH:

This week we continue our study of Chapter 4: Division.

SCIENCE: 

This week we begin our study of plants, including photosynthesis and respiration.

BIBLE:

This week we finish Unit 3: The Prophetic Writings.

SCRIPTURE MEMORY VERSE:

Students will memorize scripture weekly and take a written test each Friday. The memory verse for this week John 15:4-5 and the test will be this Friday, November 7. Students will be graded on writing the verse accurately, including correct wording, spelling, punctuation, grammar and scripture reference.

Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. If you remain in me and I in you, you will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. 

John 15:4-5

SPELLING: 

Lesson 13 words will be tested this Friday, November 7.

Lesson 13

1. actual
2. beckon
3. burden
4. captain
5. comparison
6. example
7. foreign
8. people
9. informal
10. label
11. medal
12. peddle
13. personal
14. several
15. special

Challenge Words

1. reunion
2. practical
3. neutral
4. physician
5. typical

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• Voyage of Discovery Field Trip: November 3
• NO SCHOOL Veterans’s Day: November 11
• Happy Birthday to Owen McCann: November 25
• NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break: November 26-28
• End of First Semester: December 5
• Elementary Drama “A Bag Full of Fables”: December 5
• K-6 Christmas Program: December 12
• NO SCHOOL Christmas Break: December 15-January 2
• School Resumes: January 5

HOMECOMING TRUNK OR TREAT:

This year’s homecoming theme is “Walking Down Hollywood Blvd: A Hollywood Homecoming.” Mr. Brown has invited our K-6 classes to host a “trunk or treat!” Our class theme is ‘Wreck It Ralph.’ This is a great opportunity for K-6 to show school spirit and support FCS Homecoming. If you are interested in providing a car or helping us decorate, please let our co-room mom, Ruth Williams, know (call/text 470-8425). We are also asking each student to bring a bag or two of candy to class. This Hallowe’en alternative event promises to be great fun and costumes are welcome (no scary ones, please.)

HOMECOMING WEEK DRESS-UP DAYS:

All students are invited to participate in the following dress-up days:

Monday: America Day, red-white-blue or cowboy clothes.

Tuesday: Tacky Tourist, wear any travel related clothing.

Wednesday: Pajama Day, wear your comfortable PJs.

Thursday: Twin Day, grab a friend and dress alike.

Friday: Spirit Day, show your school spirit and go all out!

VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY FIELD TRIP:

Next Monday, November 3, both 5th grade classes will set sail aboard the Hawaiian Chieftain out of Sacramento. An information packet will be sent home today. U.S. Coast Guard regulations limit the Hawaiian Chieftain to 39 passengers. Individuals in excess of these numbers will not be allowed on board. Since we have 35 students and 2 teachers participating, only 2 parent chaperones (one from each class) may board the ship. Please let me know if you are interested in being the chaperone for our class by this Wednesday, October 29. We will select the chaperones by lottery on Wednesday.

OCTOBER READING:

Students will independently read a book from a different genre each month. Class time will be given every day for silent reading and students are expected to read a minimum  of 10 pages a day. If they are unable to complete this in class, then reading becomes homework.

The genre for the month of October is science fiction. Students should show their selected science fiction book to me for approval. As a response to this literature, students will make a shoebox diorama, with a description of the scene and the page number from the book glued or taped on one side of the box, and the title, author and summary of the book glued or taped on the other side of the box. The students have been given the grading rubric. The shoebox diorama is due this Friday, October 31. Check out the following websites for ideas on making a shoebox diorama.

http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Diorama

http://www.abcteach.com/babysit/projects/dioramas.htm

http://www.dltk-teach.com/books/book_reports/m-diorama.htm

WRITING:

This week students will continue persuasive writing.

LITERATURE:

We are currently reading the book, “Sign of the Beaver,” by Elizabeth George Speare. This is a Newbery Honor Book which tells the story of 12 year old Matt as he faces challenges and dangers alone in the Maine wilderness of 1763. This literature study enhances our research of the North American Natives.

MATH:

This week we continue our study of Chapter 4: Division.

SOCIAL STUDIES: 

This week we conclude our study of the Native Americans and prepare for our field trip.

BIBLE:

This week we continue Unit 3: The Prophetic Writings.

SCRIPTURE MEMORY VERSE:

Students will memorize scripture weekly and take a written test each Friday. The memory verse for this week John 14:21 and the test will be this Friday, October 31. Students will be graded on writing the verse accurately, including correct wording, spelling, punctuation, grammar and scripture reference.

Whoever has my commands and keeps them is the one who loves me. The one who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love them and show myself to them. 

John 14:21

SPELLING: 

Lesson 12 words will be tested this Friday, October 31.

Lesson 12: Suffixes –ous, -ious, -eous

1. poisonous
2. glamorous
3. joyous
4. adventurous
5. disastrous
6. miraculous
7. prosperous
8. courageous
9. nauseous
10. luxurious
11. studious
12. envious
13. industrious
14. infectious
15. mysterious

 Challenge Words

1. suspicious
2. advantageous
3. spacious
4. nutritious
5. outrageous

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• Homecoming: October 31
• Voyage of Discovery Field Trip: November 3
• NO SCHOOL Veterans’s Day: November 11
• Happy Birthday to Owen McCann: November 25
• NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break: November 26-28
• End of First Semester: December 5
• Elementary Drama “A Bag Full of Fables”: December 5
• K-6 Christmas Program: December 12
• NO SCHOOL Christmas Break: December 15-January 2
• School Resumes: January 5

OCTOBER READING:

Students will independently read a book from a different genre each month. Class time will be given every day for silent reading and students are expected to read a minimum  of 10 pages a day. If they are unable to complete this in class, then reading becomes homework.

The genre for the month of October is science fiction. Students should show their selected science fiction book to me for approval. As a response to this literature, students will make a shoebox diorama, with a description of the scene and the page number from the book glued or taped on one side of the box, and the title, author and summary of the book glued or taped on the other side of the box. The students have been given the grading rubric. Check out the following websites for ideas on making a shoebox diorama.

http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Diorama

http://www.abcteach.com/babysit/projects/dioramas.htm

http://www.dltk-teach.com/books/book_reports/m-diorama.htm

WRITING:

This week students will continue persuasive writing.

LITERATURE:

We are currently reading the book, “Sign of the Beaver,” by Elizabeth George Speare. This is a Newbery Honor Book which tells the story of 12 year old Matt as he faces challenges and dangers alone in the Maine wilderness of 1763. This literature study enhances our research of the North American Natives.

MATH:

There will be a test on Chapter 3: Multiplication on Tuesday, October 21.

SOCIAL STUDIES: 

This week students will work in groups to research a particular Native American region and make a Powerpoint presentation.

BIBLE:

This week we begin Unit 3: The Prophetic Writings.

SCRIPTURE MEMORY VERSE:

Students will memorize scripture weekly and take a written test each Friday. The memory verse for this week 2 Corinthians 5:17 and the test will be this Friday, October 24. Students will be graded on writing the verse accurately, including correct wording, spelling, punctuation, grammar and scripture reference.

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!

2 Corinthians 5:17

SPELLING:

Lesson 11 words will be tested this Friday, October 24.

Words with ti, ci, si and xi

1. discussion
2. ancient
3. anxious
4. sufficient
5. partial
6. explosion
7. association
8. conscience
9. distinction
10. questionnaire
11. potential
12. beneficial
13. sacrificial
14. indication
15. negotiation

Challenge Words 

1. essential
2. crucifixion
3. cancellation
4. especially
5. omniscient

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• Joni and Friends Event: October 24
• PST Movie Night: October 24
• Homecoming: October 31
• NO SCHOOL Veterans’s Day: November 11
• Happy Birthday to Owen McCann: November 25
• NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break: November 26-28
• End of First Semester: December 5
• Elementary Drama “A Bag Full of Fables”: December 5
• K-6 Christmas Program: December 12
• NO SCHOOL Christmas Break: December 15-January 2
• School Resumes: January 5

Parents, thank you for your patience while the Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) was being prepared for the year. The students have taken the test and brought home a report last week which shows their reading lexile. Please let me know if you did not receive that report. The goal is to have your child read in the 700-1,000 target range by the end of the school year.

OCTOBER READING:

Students will independently read a book from a different genre each month. Class time will be given every day for silent reading and students are expected to read a minimum  of 10 pages a day. If they are unable to complete this in class, then reading becomes homework.

The genre for the month of October is science fiction. Students should show their selected science fiction book to me for approval. As a response to this literature, students will make a shoebox diorama, with a description of the scene and the page number from the book glued or taped on one side of the box, and the title, author and summary of the book glued or taped on the other side of the box. The students have been given the grading rubric. Check out the following websites for ideas on making a shoebox diorama.

http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Diorama

http://www.abcteach.com/babysit/projects/dioramas.htm

http://www.dltk-teach.com/books/book_reports/m-diorama.htm

WRITING:

This week students will begin persuasive writing.

LITERATURE:

We are currently reading the book, “Sign of the Beaver,” by Elizabeth George Speare. This is a Newbery Honor Book which tells the story of 12 year old Matt as he faces challenges and dangers alone in the Maine wilderness of 1763. This literature study enhances our research of the North American Natives.

MATH:

This week we continue Chapter 3: Multiplication.

SOCIAL STUDIES: 

This week students will work in groups to research a particular Native American region.

BIBLE:

This week we continue Unit 2: Writing in the Books of Poetry.

SCRIPTURE MEMORY VERSE:

Students will memorize scripture weekly and take a written test each Friday. The memory verse for this week is John 11:25-26 and the test will be this Friday, October 17. Students will be graded on writing the verse accurately, including correct wording, spelling, punctuation, grammar and scripture reference.

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”

John 11:25-26

SPELLING:

Lesson 10 words will be tested this Friday, October 17.

Soft and hard g

1. colleague
2. language
3. image
4. tongue
5. college
6. garbage
7. pigeon
8. original
9. guidance
10. dialogue
11. judgment
12. disguise
13. argue
14. gauge
15. garage

 Challenge Words from “Sign of the Beaver”

1. rummaging
2. venturing
3. vaguely
4. begrudgingly
5. anguish

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• Joni and Friends Event: October 24
• Homecoming: October 31
• NO SCHOOL Veterans’s Day: November 11
• Happy Birthday to Owen McCann: November 25
• NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break: November 26-28
• End of First Semester: December 5
• Elementary Drama “A Bag Full of Fables”: December 5
• K-6 Christmas Program: December 12
• NO SCHOOL Christmas Break: December 15-January 2
• School Resumes: January 5

K-6 CHEER CLINIC:

The Cheer Clinic is from 3:30-4:30 PM on October 6-9 at the north field grass area. Cheerleaders will perform with the varsity cheerleaders at the Friday, October 10th football game and half time show!  Email questions to Mrs. Raymundo at craymundo@fresnochristian.com.

READING LEXILE:

Parents, thank you for your patience while the Scholastic Reading Inventory (SRI) was being prepared for the year. The students took the test last week and will bring home a report on Monday which shows their reading lexile. The goal is to have your child read in the 700-1,000 target range by the end of the school year.

OCTOBER READING:

Students will independently read a book from a different genre each month. Class time will be given every day for silent reading and students are expected to read a minimum  of 10 pages a day. If they are unable to complete this in class, then reading becomes homework.

The genre for the month of October is science fiction. Students should show their selected science fiction book to me for approval. As a response to this literature, students will make a shoebox diorama, with a description of the scene and the page number from the book glued or taped on one side of the box, and the title, author and summary of the book glued or taped on the other side of the box. The students have been given the grading rubric. Check out the following websites for ideas on making a shoebox diorama.

http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Diorama

http://www.abcteach.com/babysit/projects/dioramas.htm

http://www.dltk-teach.com/books/book_reports/m-diorama.htm

WRITING:

This week students will write the first quarter benchmark writing assessment on Response to Literature.We also begin persuasive writing.

MATH:

This week we begin Chapter 3: Multiplication.

SOCIAL STUDIES: 

This week we learn about Native Americans of the Southwest.

BIBLE:

This week we continue Unit 2: Writing in the Books of Poetry.

SCRIPTURE MEMORY VERSE:

Students will memorize scripture weekly and take a written test each Friday. The memory verse for this week is John 5:24 and the test will be this Friday, October 10. Students will be graded on writing the verse accurately, including correct wording, spelling, punctuation, grammar and scripture reference.

Very truly I tell you, whoever hears my word and believes Him who sent me has eternal life and will not be judged but has crossed over from death to life. 

John 5:24

SPELLING:

Lesson 9 words will be tested this Friday, October 10.

Words with suffixes –able, -ible

1. noticeable
2. inflatable
3. convertible
4. wearable
5. avoidable
6. predictable
7. profitable
8. applicable
9. accessible
10. breakable
11. destructible
12. excitable
13. bearable
14. sensible
15. understandable

Challenge Words

1. manageable
2. comprehensible
3. recyclable
4. survivable
5. passable

DATES TO REMEMBER:

• Choir Fall Concert: October 6, 7:00 P.M.
• Elementary Picture Retakes: October 7
• Happy Birthday to Sophia Buchok: October 9
• End of First Quarter: October 10
• Joni and Friends Event: October 24
• Homecoming: October 31
• NO SCHOOL Veterans’s Day: November 11
• Happy Birthday to Owen McCann: November 25
• NO SCHOOL Thanksgiving Break: November 26-28
• End of First Semester: December 5
• Elementary Drama “A Bag Full of Fables”: December 5
• K-6 Christmas Program: December 12
• NO SCHOOL Christmas Break: December 15-January 2
• School Resumes: January 5