Tuesday, March 15, 2016
The News This Week 3/14/16-3/18/16
Thank you to those who donated paper and surface wipes (anti-bacterial) for our desks. We still could use more! Any donations would be greatly appreciated!
Fifth Grade Social Studies "Writing a Petition Assignment is due Tuesday, March 15th.
Round Table Black History Presentations are this Thursday, from 9:00-10:00 a.m. in the MPR. Students must come dressed from home as their historian. Invitations to come see students present were sent out last week.
Progress Reports Cards were sent out last Friday. Please contact Ms. Krumal if you'd like to arrange a conference.
Check homework daily. There will be new homework assignments sent home pertaining to Spelling and Grammar, Reading Comprehension, and Writing. This week students are working on finishing their books that will be published. Please allow student's time to type their pages at home for homework. Please save this work to a USB drive or send it to Ms. Krumal's email at jek7653@lausd.net
Order forms for books will be sent out soon.
NOTES, REMINDERS AND UPCOMING EVENTS:
Spring Break-March 21-March 25
Have a wonderful and restful break with your family!
SBAC testing TBA. It will either be held at the end of April or the beginning of May for our class.
6th Grade Panorama Picture will be taken Thursday March 31.
HOMEWORK
There will be new homework assignments sent out this week. Spelling City, Reading Logs, and Math will remain the same. There will be additional Spelling and Grammar, and Writing Assignments sent home as well as Social Studies and Science homework. Please make sure to check your child's homework and confirm they have completed all the work assigned daily. This week students must work on finishing their writing for their books that will be published. Thank you!
Monday, December 14, 2015
Room 17 News for December
Hello Room 17 parents,
I hope you all had a nice weekend and had a chance to
enjoy some holiday cheer. Yesterday, my
daughter and I enjoyed plans for making holiday candy apples – A new tradition
I hope to continue throughout the years.
I wanted to let you know about how our Friday was last
week. When students first came into
class, we made a schedule of activities for the day. Students wanted to take some time to reflect
on the incident that happened on Thursday, hear my side of the story, do some
outdoor P.E., enjoy the scheduled student winter presentations, make cheerful
cards for Sullivan, learn about Physics, silent read, and rehearse for the
School Winter Program. Amazingly, we
were able to do everything on our Friday list.
Counselors did take time to talk about how to process
the events of Thursday. I remembered two
important key thoughts - 1.) Know that there is a good community of support at
Mt. Washington that we can go to if needed and 2.) People process trauma in
different ways, so if you’re feeling sad, angry, or even nothing, it is
okay. I feel fortunate that I teach in a
school where the community is strong and very supportive especially during a
crisis.
We have a very busy schedule of activities ahead for
us this week. First, students will be
performing in our Winter Program on Monday.
We will also continue our winter presentations. So far, I have seen some amazing
presentations where students have given our class real experiences of cultural
celebrations in winter! I am looking
forward to what this week will bring during our presentation time. We are also expected to receive our donors
choose books in the mail. Students will
have a chance to take a book home and will be assigned a book report to
complete for the winter break.
In closing, I’d like to thank Franki Cox and Heidi
Falconer for coming to our class on Wednesday to do a wonderful harvest garden
lesson with Room 17. Kids made vegetable
rolls with their garden harvest and fragrant herbal sachets. Moms, you rock! I’d also like to thank Sherry Young for
volunteering in our class. Your help is
much appreciated.
Remember that science camp applications are due this
week. If you have any questions or
concerns about the science residential camp, please reach out to me.
I am looking forward to a great week of winter
celebrations and learning.
Sincerely,
Michele
Tuesday, November 3, 2015
News this week in Room 17
Hello Parents!
It was wonderful to see the creative and unique costumes of room 17 and throughout Mt. Washington Elementary at our Halloween parade last week. I remember seeing Mike from Monster's Inc, Kernal Sanders, and many other fantastic costumes.
Our Orange day last week was another day of wearing something different from the ordinary. Student Council called attention to Bully Prevention by asking our school to wear orange. Our sixth grade leaders; Tomiko, Alijiah, Jasmine, and Hailie tied orange ribbons around school trees, created anti-bullying posters, and spoke to classrooms about the importance of bully prevention and wearing orange. We also read aloud a book in class called "Confessions of a Former Bully." From this book we learned that 90% of 4th through 8th graders report being victims of bullying and that more than half of bully situations stop when a peer intervenes on behalf of the student being bullied. We will continue to discuss this topic throughout the year.
This week an enthusiastic group of 5th and 6th grade students who love and adore books met at lunch to discuss and select books they would like to see in our tall empty bookcase at the back of the classroom. Besides the book lists they reviewed, they made many special requests - some including "Percy Jackson," "Lord of the Rings," "The Jedi Academy," and even "Shakespeare." In the next few weeks, my goal is to post a request through DonorsChoose.org for these books. Stay tuned to learn more.
I am happy to report that all of our students in 5th and 6th grade have worked hard to learn all of their songs for our upcoming dress rehersal with Master Chorale this week. Your children sing beautifully. I am sure you will be amazed by their performance coming up on November 13th.
Lastly, I'd like to thank Franki for her continued and unwavering support. Recently, she created a Shutterfly account where we will be able to safely post pictures. Soon, you will be able to see pictures of our students doing science experiments, spirit days, field trips, and other activities. This account should be active and linked to this blog within the next few weeks.
Sincerely,
Ms. Madrigal
It was wonderful to see the creative and unique costumes of room 17 and throughout Mt. Washington Elementary at our Halloween parade last week. I remember seeing Mike from Monster's Inc, Kernal Sanders, and many other fantastic costumes.
Our Orange day last week was another day of wearing something different from the ordinary. Student Council called attention to Bully Prevention by asking our school to wear orange. Our sixth grade leaders; Tomiko, Alijiah, Jasmine, and Hailie tied orange ribbons around school trees, created anti-bullying posters, and spoke to classrooms about the importance of bully prevention and wearing orange. We also read aloud a book in class called "Confessions of a Former Bully." From this book we learned that 90% of 4th through 8th graders report being victims of bullying and that more than half of bully situations stop when a peer intervenes on behalf of the student being bullied. We will continue to discuss this topic throughout the year.
This week an enthusiastic group of 5th and 6th grade students who love and adore books met at lunch to discuss and select books they would like to see in our tall empty bookcase at the back of the classroom. Besides the book lists they reviewed, they made many special requests - some including "Percy Jackson," "Lord of the Rings," "The Jedi Academy," and even "Shakespeare." In the next few weeks, my goal is to post a request through DonorsChoose.org for these books. Stay tuned to learn more.
I am happy to report that all of our students in 5th and 6th grade have worked hard to learn all of their songs for our upcoming dress rehersal with Master Chorale this week. Your children sing beautifully. I am sure you will be amazed by their performance coming up on November 13th.
Lastly, I'd like to thank Franki for her continued and unwavering support. Recently, she created a Shutterfly account where we will be able to safely post pictures. Soon, you will be able to see pictures of our students doing science experiments, spirit days, field trips, and other activities. This account should be active and linked to this blog within the next few weeks.
Sincerely,
Ms. Madrigal
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
News this week in Room17
Hello Parents of Room 17!
Thank you for attending the Update Parent Meeting on Monday. I think it was a great opportunity to hear concerns, clarify classroom learning strategies, and answer questions about how things are going in Room 17. As always, please feel free to email me at anytime if you have further questions. I usually respond within a few hours during the school week.
This week, we had another wonderful and engaging "Council." Our topic was bullying and I believe our students were quite courageous as many took the risk of sharing their thoughts and feelings on this sensitive subject. All students were very respectful of each other and acknowledged one another's feelings about experiences that were shared.
We also had some changes in our room. The cardboard boxes were cleared off the tops of desks as some were being filled with used tissues, candy wrappers, and pencil shavings which buried the broken pencils below! Now we have clean canvas pencil pouches that can be easily carried to the library or computer lab. Any personal items in the old boxes belonging to students were returned today and more will be returned tomorrow.
In math, all 5th graders are shining stars in the understanding of their math topic of division. Some of our 6th graders were struggling with the challenges of the conversion process between decimals, percents, and fractions. Today, Ms. Arika, Ms. Enriquez, Ms Porter, and myself tackled a rigorous review. Many of our students received individual assistance as well as small group instruction.
Lastly, I am thrilled to report that our student-composed songs are complete. Today, all students went home with their CDs and music sheets in hand. Be sure to ask them to play their music for you!
I am very much looking forward to an exciting science camp coming up soon! Please see the information letter that we sent home regarding the science curriculum, lodging, and payment due dates.
Sincerely,
Ms,. Madrigal
Sunday, October 11, 2015
Room 17 News for the Week of October 12, 2015
Hello Parents of Room 17!
I hope everyone had a restful weekend and enjoyed some cool indoor fun! Our family stayed cool with some frozen purple popscicles which left us looking like Halloween came in swirling over our lips and tongues.
This week we will continue our garden discussion and consider tomatoes, herbs, and other possibilities. I'd like to thank Franki Cox and Sherry Younge for stepping up to be our Garden Volunteers for this year. They will be helping our students with garden planning, planting, harvesting, and all the wonderful extended learning that will come from community gardening.
We will also continue our literature circles. Last week, students eagerly began reading their books and enjoyed a discussion about what they might gain from the lessons they discover as they read. This week students will explore characterization as it relates to the book they are reading.
On Friday, we have our field trip to see Rhapsody in Taps - a Los Angeles based touring group with tap dancers and musicians. We are all looking forward to a great performance and learning opportunity in performing arts.
I am listing our current weekly activity schedule as it stands now and in the near future:
I hope everyone had a restful weekend and enjoyed some cool indoor fun! Our family stayed cool with some frozen purple popscicles which left us looking like Halloween came in swirling over our lips and tongues.
This week we will continue our garden discussion and consider tomatoes, herbs, and other possibilities. I'd like to thank Franki Cox and Sherry Younge for stepping up to be our Garden Volunteers for this year. They will be helping our students with garden planning, planting, harvesting, and all the wonderful extended learning that will come from community gardening.
We will also continue our literature circles. Last week, students eagerly began reading their books and enjoyed a discussion about what they might gain from the lessons they discover as they read. This week students will explore characterization as it relates to the book they are reading.
On Friday, we have our field trip to see Rhapsody in Taps - a Los Angeles based touring group with tap dancers and musicians. We are all looking forward to a great performance and learning opportunity in performing arts.
I am listing our current weekly activity schedule as it stands now and in the near future:
- Monday Orchestra 8:15 - 9:15
- Tuesday Science 8:30 - 10:00
- Wednesday Standard or Garden Time
- Thursday FocusFish 12:50 - 1:35
- Friday Master Chorale 8:30 - 10:00, Computer Lab 11:00 - 11:45
Lastly, there is a beautiful tall empty bookcase that is screaming, "Fill Me Up!" This week I will be forming a committee of students who love new books and are interested in helping to create a wish list of books for our bookcase. Stay tuned to hear what they will select.
Just a reminder that the parent meeting scheduled for tomorrow, October 12, 2015 is cancelled and will be rescheduled for next week.
Looking forward to another great week!
Ms. Madrigal
Thursday, October 8, 2015
Save, Share and Volunteer
Save, Share and Volunteer!
Hi Everyone,
Today was Picture Day. Your child was sent home with an order form last week. Check the office for an extra form or order here (http://schoolportraits.lifetouch.com/Details.aspx?eqs=Y3Kglg4C9QLarkx3EfhVBZqJr+AqYFis). Order pics before Saturday, when prices are said to triple.
Tomorrow: Coffee with the Principal: Friday October 9, 2015, 8:30am in the Parent Center.
Today was Picture Day. Your child was sent home with an order form last week. Check the office for an extra form or order here (http://schoolportraits.lifetouch.com/Details.aspx?eqs=Y3Kglg4C9QLarkx3EfhVBZqJr+AqYFis). Order pics before Saturday, when prices are said to triple.
Tomorrow: Coffee with the Principal: Friday October 9, 2015, 8:30am in the Parent Center.
Garden Rep: We need volunteers to help out in the Garden! No experience necessary! We can work around changing schedules. Sign up now so we can plant next week, and make the cut-off for a winter harvest. Parents can sign up to volunteer here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1Fqg3SS-95pX04t_QMzRvTSbLuq5igo3yJdx-L-6uSgY/viewform?c=0&w=1
Carnival of the Howling Wolves: We need volunteers, tools, and cash donations! See our wish list on the right, and help us make this the best Haunted House ever!!!
Have a great week!
Sunday, October 4, 2015
Room 17 news for the week of October 5, 2015
Hello Room 17 Parents!
I'd like to thank Franki for maintaining the Blog for Grade 5/6 and for helping me take the reins so that I may utilize this Blog as a form of communication with parents. I am looking forward to posting upcoming news about fieldtrips, projects, science resources, and photos with a link to Shutterfly.
This week, we will be introducing some new activities. We will continue to work with Spelling City, however, students will be given a homework assignment to go online and use their spelling words in an interactive game and an activity to help with spelling vocabulary. We are also starting our literature circles, otherwise known as book club discussion groups. Last week, students went on a book "walk and talk" and selected a book to read among seven different choices. Be sure to ask your child what book he or she will be reading. The gardening project is also about to begin this week. We will be talking about what to plant and how we can use what we harvest in traditional foods of different cultures. How wonderful to be part of a classroom community of such rich diversity! I hope this will bring forth traditional family recipes as we explore growing and harvesting in the garden.
Thank you to all the parents who helped their children study the homework spelling words. Last week, the majority of students scored a "4" on their spelling test. Way to go!!! Speaking of homework - Just a reminder that the purpose of homework is threefold: 1.) Students will have an opportunity to practice and reinforce what they learned during the school day. 2.) Students will develop responsibility of independent work that they need to complete at home. 3.) Parents will have an opportunity to see what students are learning and working on in class.
Looking forward to a great week!
Ms. Madrigal
I'd like to thank Franki for maintaining the Blog for Grade 5/6 and for helping me take the reins so that I may utilize this Blog as a form of communication with parents. I am looking forward to posting upcoming news about fieldtrips, projects, science resources, and photos with a link to Shutterfly.
This week, we will be introducing some new activities. We will continue to work with Spelling City, however, students will be given a homework assignment to go online and use their spelling words in an interactive game and an activity to help with spelling vocabulary. We are also starting our literature circles, otherwise known as book club discussion groups. Last week, students went on a book "walk and talk" and selected a book to read among seven different choices. Be sure to ask your child what book he or she will be reading. The gardening project is also about to begin this week. We will be talking about what to plant and how we can use what we harvest in traditional foods of different cultures. How wonderful to be part of a classroom community of such rich diversity! I hope this will bring forth traditional family recipes as we explore growing and harvesting in the garden.
Thank you to all the parents who helped their children study the homework spelling words. Last week, the majority of students scored a "4" on their spelling test. Way to go!!! Speaking of homework - Just a reminder that the purpose of homework is threefold: 1.) Students will have an opportunity to practice and reinforce what they learned during the school day. 2.) Students will develop responsibility of independent work that they need to complete at home. 3.) Parents will have an opportunity to see what students are learning and working on in class.
Looking forward to a great week!
Ms. Madrigal
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