Thursday, September 9, 2010

Assignments

Unfortunately, because I was out for the couple of days I do not have a lot of grades for the students. Right now students should have a homework grade for Fiction and Nonfiction notes and a project grade. (We have been presenting for a couple of days.) If they did not do their homework or the project, then they are failing my class. Progress reports will be going home next week.
Thanks,
Crystal King

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Homework

Tuesday
Core 1, 2, 3, 4

Read your novels :)

Wednesday
Core 1, 2, 3, 4

Read novels
Finish notes from last week
Turn in any late projects
Organize Reader's notebook

Thursday
Core 3
Reader's notebook....make a prediction about what will happen next in your novel. This must go in your notebook. This assignment should be a page long.
example:
Dear Mrs. King,
I am reading TrueSight by Dtahler. So far their is a little girl named Delaney, who belongs to a colony of people who can not see.....................I predict that she will try to run away. I believe that her father who is the leader of the council and colony, will be very upset. They are not allowed to talk about or even think about leaving the colony or what they wished they could see. I am sure she will get into a lot of trouble. Jacob a boy in this story is about to turn 13. He is best friends with Delaney. He loves how carefree and brave she is. He wishes that he could be different like her. My prediction is that he will turn "different" on his 13th birthday. I am very anxious to see what happens next.
Core 4
Finish reading Greyling and while you are reading make two predictions. Make sure to write these predictions down in your agenda.
Friday
Core 1
Finish reading "Greyling" and write down the elements of the story. Characters, setting of the story, plot, conflict, theme, point-of-view

Core 2
Read

Core 3
Read

Core 4
Read

Scholastic Bookclub

Book Club Order Due Date : September 13th!




Online Ordering Information
Web address: scholastic.com/bookclubs
Class Activation Code: GPMFF

Dear Parent,

Now it's easier than ever to find the right books for your child รข€” and help us earn FREE books for our classroom library at the same time!

With new online ordering from Scholastic Book Clubs, you can choose from a much wider selection of books than in the printed flyer. Plus, you can send your orders directly to me online and use your credit card.

Best of all, our class earns a FREE book every time a parent places their order online.

It's so simple! Here's how it works:

• SIGN UP at www.Scholastic.com/bookclubs. On the parent page, click the "Don't have a User Name and Password?" link, then register for your own username and password. When prompted, enter the one-time Class Activation Code shown above. This code ensures that your order is sent to me.
• SELECT the books you'd like to order from over 500 titles available online...and take advantage of online-only specials and discounts.
• SEND your order to me online by the due date. Books will be delivered directly to our classroom, as always.

Of course, you can still order using the form from the printed flyer. But why not experience for yourself how convenient it is to order online?

Ordering online is fast, easy, and secure. Plus our whole class benefits thanks to the FREE books we'll earn with every parent online order.

Go to www.Scholastic.com/bookclubs now to get started.


Thank you,

Mrs. King

Thursday, September 2, 2010

Autobiography Project

Autobiography project is due tomorrow!!!
The only homework that students have for me tonight is this project :)
Thanks,
Mrs. King

Reading

Everyone should have a novel to read by the end of the day. Students are required to read 30 novels this school year for my class. I know that it seems like a lot but I am allowing students to chose their own books. We will also have time in class everyday to read. I am looking forward to this reading challenge and sharing novels with the students. I hope this provides a reading community for each child. Hopefully, this will encourage them to become life long readers.
Thanks,
Mrs. King

*students can order books online at www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
class activation code: GPMFF
Every time a student places an order on line I will receive a free book for my classroom library!!

Monday, August 30, 2010

Autobiography Project

Autobiography Assignment: Due Friday

Students are required to come up with a project that is a “quick” autobiography of their lives. This is a great way for students to share things about themselves that others may not know.

Students may create posters, cubes, PowerPoints or use Glogster EDU to share their information.
If you are using Glogster your usernames and passwords will be ready Tuesday.

Glogster EDU is a tool to create online multimedia “posters” that can incorporate all types of elements into a visual space: links, images, text, videos, music, and more. Students will have multiple ways to express themselves and to learn from each other, making it easy to differentiate and engage each student. The ad-free EDU community offered by Glogster is designed to alleviate the problems of inappropriate content and contact with “outsiders” not welcome in my class’s electronic community.

Autobiography Project Requirements:

1. All sides or spaces consist of information about your life.
2. Objects that represent you/your life are put inside of biocube or brought to class. Student must have at least two objects. See me about pictures for powerpoints and Glogster.
3. Makes excellent use of font, color, graphics/pictures, effects, etc. to enhance project.
4. Product shows a large amount of original thought. Ideas are creative and inventive.

Homework

Core 1, 2, 3, 4
Monday
Work on Autobiography Project

Tuesday
Students should read pages 4 & 5 in the literature book.
Students should take cornell notes on these pages. Look for words in bold print.

Wednesday

Core 1
Work on Autobiography Project
Core 2
Work on Autobiography Project
and finish notes on pages 4-5
Core 3
Work on Autobiography Project
Elements of Fiction for the story "Greyling"
Core 4
Finish notes on pages 4 & 5
Work on Autobiography Project

Thursday
Autobiography Project

Glogster

If you are using Glogster EDU, I will have your usernames and passwords ready tomorrow. You can create a paper copy of the information that you want to add to your electronic poster and then create the project tomorrow when you get home.
Thanks!
Mrs. King

Thursday, August 26, 2010

Homework

Core 1:
Paperwork, Paperwork, Paperwork :)

Welcome 6th Graders!!

I just wanted to welcome you to a new school year at SBMS. Unfortunately, I missed the first couple of days because I had jury duty. My first day with our sixth grade students will be Friday. I am looking forward to meeting everyone!
Thanks,
Mrs. King

Tuesday, August 3, 2010

Open Gym

Unfortunately, I have to cancel open gym again. I woke up this morning sick and will not be able to attend. Next week, I have a teacher workshop so I will not be able to have it then either. I think at this point that I need to cancel open gym for the summer and start back up during the school year. I am sorry for the inconvenience! Ladies continue to practice at home.
Coach King

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Volleyball Open Gym

Open Gym has been cancelled. I will not be able to go out to the school July 28, 2010. Sorry the baby has been sick. :(
I will let you know as soon as I can go back out to the school.
Thanks,
Mrs. King

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Open Gym at SBMS

Open Gym at SBMS has been cancelled for July 14th and the 21st. I will let you know when I am having it again.
Thanks,
Coach King

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Open Gym

Open Gym
Wednesday July 7th
8am-11am

If the turn out is low, we will be done at 10am.
Please park in the back because of the construction.
Thanks,
Mrs. King

Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Volleyball

Hi girls! I wanted to inform you about a volleyball camp that BCC is having in July. This would be a great opportunity for you to learn the basic volleyball skills and rules. I highly recommend that you attend. For those of you that already know how to play, this would be an opportunity for you to "brush up" on your skills.

BCC Volleyball Camp
July 19-20, 9am-12pm
Ages 9-17
Price $75.00
Come join BCC Women's Volleyball Conference Champs as they host Volleyball Camp. This camp is for the beginner to intermediate player, focusing on basic volleyball skills and rules. Girls will learn proper fundamentals, which are the key to becoming a successful volleyball player. Each player will leave camp with the knowledge of team work. Knee pads are not required but encouraged.

(They offer other great camps this summer! Check out their summer camp flyer on the BCC website!)


I will also hold an open gym this summer on Wednesday mornings from 8am-11am. Please check my website in case I can not make it every Wednesday. Starting Next Wednesday :)

Please share this with your friends!