Classroom News From Mrs. Liss, Mrs. Jenkins, and Ms. Vaughn Date: November 2-6
What are we doing? Math: Fractions Writing: Informational writing Reading: Introduction to book clubs- fiction books English: Transition words & verbs Science: Pretest on Earth’s Spheres Social Studies: Is Columbus a hero or a villain?  We gathered information from multiple sources and used text evidence to write opinion pieces answering this question. Health: Reviewed for and took Health test on Communication Skills and Bullying Spelling List: here, hear, some, sum, peace, piece, because	Upcoming Dates: Nov. 9- Parent/Teacher              Conferences 5-8pm Nov. 10- Parent/Teacher              Conferences- during the              school day & 5-8 pm Nov. 11- No School- Veteran’s Day Nov. 13- Midterm Nov. 24- 12:45 Dismissal Nov. 25, 26, 27- Thanksgiving                              Break Dec. 18- 2:20pm dismissal & end                 of 2nd Quarter Dec. 21 to Jan. 1- Winter Break
Notes from the Teachers * We have sent home three copies of the parent/teacher conference sign-up note.  If you requested a time, your child should have brought a confirmation letter home this week.  We try our best to get as close to your requested time as possible, but if your scheduled time doesn’t work for you, we can do a phone conference or set up another time to meet. Please just let us know.  We look forward to seeing you! *Students should visit www.khanacademy.com for help with math and more!	How to contact us: Lewis School: 457-2632 Mrs. Jenkins: ext. 2257 bjenkins@ces95.org Mrs. Liss: ext. 2256 jliss@ces95.org Ms. Vaughn: ext. 2253 hvaughn@ces95.org