Newsletter Week of February 13 - 17

Hi parents!  We had another great week here at BDS.  This week, we learned about the events leading up to the American Revolution and some of the famous figures.  The students are really enjoying this unit!

News to Know

• Luke Antinnes is this week's snack helper.  Will Brett is next week's helper.
• Lunch menus / money are due on Tuesday.
• We will be having our Valentine's Day Party on Tuesday at 1:45.  Students need to bring Valentines for the students in our class or the entire school.  Each student also needs to bring a small baked good for the cakewalk.  Our class is responsible for the Valentine's Bingo game.  More details on that coming soon.
• I will be out next Wednesday through Friday for oral surgery.  If you cannot get in touch with me, please call Trent at 601.528.3527.
• We will be out of school on February 20 - 21 for Mardi Gras.

Language Arts

We will continue reading Johnny Tremain this week.  The students are really beginning to get into the story.  We will also continue working with adjectives.

Math

We are off to a great start with fractions.  This week, we will look at comparing fractions on the number line and adding / subtracting fractions using fraction strips.

Science / Social Studies

We will work on our project for the unit culmination performance.  I can't wait for you guys to see what we have planned!