Amelia Earhart was the person of interest for this project. The student created a time line of Amelia's life and achievements using information from the Internet. She also read various chapters from Who Was Amelia Earhart?
which was a book we downloaded to the iPad. It was so much fun reading about Amelia's life and passion for flying!

     Thursday's journal assignment gave the students an opportunity to have fun writing using their imaginations. I was pleasantly surprised to discover this journal entry included a simile and a metaphor, which was the emphasis of an English lesson a few weeks ago. I am very proud of this student!

        


    After reading a story about sea turtles in Reach Out last week, I thought it would be fun for my third grader to write a "book" about these amazing creatures. Today we enjoyed watching  videos on You Tube showing sea turtles struggle out of their eggs and run toward the ocean. Later, ideas were  written on a graphic organizer. We will go through the writing process this week and end with illustrating
  our wonderful book  on  sea turtles.      

 

                                      IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS

    
    Hello Christ Lutheran family! Please join us on Wednesday, Oct. 3, at Larry’s Pizza on Bowman. This evening is a lot of fun. It is a chance to visit with friends and meet new families at CLS. We will receive a portion of the cost of each buffet purchased that evening between 5:00 and 8:00.  The teachers will  happily serve you pizza and drinks. Won't that be entertaining? In order for us to receive our percentage, you must present a CLS coupon when you pay for your dinner. Information about the coupons can be found in the Friday Flyer. Coupons may  also be printed off of our website. We will happily accept tips! Let's fill the tip jar! See you Wednesday night. Bring your appetite, because the pizza is marvelous!

     October 19 is the end of the first quarter! Please continue checking Edline for grades and assignments. The Friday Flyer also has many important announcements and calendar events you need to know. Stay informed!
     Parent - teacher conferences will be  held on October 25 from 4:00-6:00, and October 26 from 2:30 to 5:00. School will be dismissed at 2:00 on the 26th!
     The Book Fair/PALS meeting/Technology Night will be held on November 12. The Book Fair will continue through November 16. On Wednesday, November 14 CLS will host its annual Grandparents' Day. Stay tuned for more details!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

     Accelerated Reader tests can be taken in the classroom! Students read their favorite book and can take a test soon after they finish the book. Student progress and goals can be accessed by teachers using our new STAR program. Teachers can encourage students to achieve their goals and read on an appropriate, individualized reading level.

         Learning can be fun whether it is with flashcards on the carpet or Math Blaster on the iPad!

 

     Students are thrilled to be learning Spanish using Rosetta Stone! The computers in Reach Out are a great addition to the classroom. I enjoy hearing the students practice their pronunciation, as well as watching them practice their comprehension by matching pictures to phrases. Learning Strategies is a perfect time to learn using Rosetta Stone!