The Golden Heart!

The Golden Heart and Certificate

This week our class was awarded its first Golden Heart Award. This award was given to us by Ms. Tupy, our SEL teacher. She awarded our class for "being there for each other. This class was kind to each other, listened to all directions and shared good insight into what it means to be a caring person." I am very proud of them! This is their 5th Golden Award of the year.

Band, Orchestra and Chorus Concert

Come join us on Tuesday, December 11th as the Band, Orchestra and Chorus kicks of the Holiday Season at General Mitchell! The concert begins at 6:30 and will be held in the gym. We hope to see you all there!

Winter Sing

Mitchell's Winter Sing is right around the corner. It will be held on December 13th at 6:30 at the Nathan Hale Auditorium. Students will have a rehearsal at Hale  the afternoon of the 13th. A permission slip for the rehearsal went home today. Not only does it serve as a permission slip for the rehearsal, but it also has all the important details for the night of the Winter Sing. Please read it over and plan accordingly. The students have worked very hard and are excited to perform for you! In the event the permission slip didn't make it home, I have attached a link below.

Link: Mitchell's Winter Sing / Permission Slip

Giving Tree

It's that time of year again! General Mitchell's Giving Tree will make it's return on December 3rd. A red flyer went home today detailing all the necessary information. If the flyer did not make it home, I have a link to it here.

Link: General Mitchell Giving Tree

Fractions Unit

This week, students finished their work on the Numbers and Operations in Base Ten Unit. Starting on Monday, students will begin their work on the Numbers and Operations - Fractions Unit. With the beginning of a new unit, students are regrouped based on their understanding of the topic. Using the results from their fall MAPS test, we will create new groups to ensure that instruction is delivered to each student at their instructional level. In some cases, students will be working with a different teacher. It is common for students to work with multiple teachers throughout the year. As with any topic or skill, there are areas of strength and areas of weakness. We will assure your student that the changes are made to give them the best opportunity for growth.

Happy Thanksgiving!

I hope everyone has a wonderful, relaxing Thanksgiving weekend! I am thankful for your continued support at home and the work you do with your children. Happy Thanksgiving!

A Second Golden Paintbrush!

Hi! Mr. Krupar's class just won the golden paintbrush. It's a work of art. We did so golden! In Art, we all were very quiet. You wouldn't believe how quiet we were. This is our 2nd Golden Paintbrush and 4th golden award this year.

Written by: Eli and Ethan K.

Camp Upham Fundraiser

Are you looking for a unique birthday gift?  Or maybe you have started Christmas shopping in November.  Here is an opportunity for you to do some shopping AND help out our fifth graders.  General Mitchell’s 5^th Grade Class is sponsoring a fundraiser to help with the cost of our class trip to Camp Upham Woods from May 29-31, 2013.  Nature’s Vision was selected for their wide variety of top quality environmentally themed products. The sale starts today and order forms and money are due on Tuesday, December 4^th.  Please ask your 5^th grade child for the catalog and order form that was handed out today.  A letter is also included giving you more information about the fundraiser. Please let me know if you have any questions. 

Thanks,

Mrs. Graff.

Snacks / Treats

Due to the outbreak of the Norovirus at Mitchell School, the Health Department has asked that any snacks and/or treats for special occasions be store bought on a temporary basis until Winter Break. Although we love those homemade treats, we want to make sure that the treats have not been exposed to any virus that may be lingering in the homes. If you have any questions don't hesitate to contact me.

Thank you for your cooperation!

Room 109 and the Secret Teacher Award

Room 109 won the secret teacher award for the 2nd time! WHY? We were being such wonderful school leaders, working hard on our WKCE testing, moving through the hallways/school and for being quiet at lunch. It was MRS. RICHARD'S for the secret teacher!!!! So room 109 was really surprised.We were all so happy that we won the secret teacher award for the 2nd time. Now we really need to say something.

Hurray, Hurray, Hurray!

 :) By: Alison & Savannah :)
                                                  

Report Cards

First quarter report cards will come home Friday afternoon. Use this as an opportunity to have a discussion with your child about areas of success and areas that can be improved. The comments will help give you a picture of the skills we covered and what specifically helped shape your child's grades. If you have any questions about the report card feel free to email me, call me, or send a note. Please sign the report card envelope and return it to school on Monday. Have a great weekend!

WKCE Update

Friday will mark the end of WKCE testing for students that have been present for all of the testing sessions. Any students that have missed sessions will complete the make-up test(s) sometime within the next week. I have been very pleased with the serious approach all of the students have taken toward the tests. Parents, thank you for your support in preparing students to take this test.

Inquiry Unit: Government

This week we started work on our next inquiry unit. The focus of this unit will be the Federal Government of the United States. Some of the key topics include:

• The Constitution
• Three Branches of Government
• The Bill of Rights
• National Elections

The students have been interested in the recent election, and we hope to capitalize on their interest. Check in with them once and a while to find out what they are learning!

Mitchell Website Survey

We are currently surveying families regarding our website. Mr. Hill will be using the results to analyze which features are used the most/least and make any improvements as needed. When you have a few minutes, please use the link below to access the survey. Thanks for your input!

http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/W5WTXMX

Changing Weather

We have reached the time of year when the weather can swing 20 - 30 degrees from morning to afternoon. Students will be out in the elements before school and at recess. Please encourage your child to dress for the weather.  Students who are easily chilled may want to keep an extra sweatshirt in their backpack. Our classrooms can get chilly when the temperature drops.