Monday, December 10, 2012

Week of December 10, 2012


Dear Parents,

The students are going to be performing songs with an Egyptian theme. The following students have specific parts in the performance that require specific costumes.
 
Kamyron Westby, Jaden Sutherland, Angel Sanchez: The Three Wise Men
Haccel Martinez & Scarlet Najera: The King & Queen
Briana: Angel Gabriel
Gerson Portillo, D’Anthony Ward, and David Garcia: Guards
Ianna McClellan & Erik Juarez: Mary and Joseph
Douglas Perez: Court Jester
Angel Martinez: Court Juggler

Every other student is expected to be dressed in either a Roman Toga or as a shepherd, similar to the students’ costumes in last year’s Christmas program. If your child does not have a specific part, or is not a specific character in the program, their costume should look something like this:



  

Estimados padres de familia,

Los estudiantes se van a interpretar canciones con un tema egipcio. Los siguientes estudiantes tienen partes específicas en el desempeño que requieren trajes específicos.

Kamyron Westby, Jaden Sutherland, Angel Sanchez: Los Reyes Magos
Haccel Najera Martinez & Scarlet: El Rey y Reyna
Gerson Portillo, D'Anthony Ward, y David García: Guardias
Ianna McClellan y Erik Juarez:  María y José
Douglas Pérez: Bufón de la Corte
Angel Martinez: Malabaristo

Todos los otros estudiantes se espera que esté bien vestido con una toga romana o como un pastor, similar a los trajes de los estudiantes en el programa de Navidad del año pasado. Si su hijo no tiene una parte específica, o no es un carácter específico en el programa, su traje debería ser algo como los que estan arriba.



Sunday, November 18, 2012

Week of November 19th, 2012

Hello students and parents,

I hope you had a restful weekend. We are embarking and short, but fun, week! Here are some reminders:
  • We are still having our canned food drive so please continue to bring in canned goods!
  • This Tuesday and Wednesday there will be no after school tutoring.
  • Wednesday is a whole school mass for Thanksgiving.
  • Wednesday is a short day with early dismissal at noon.
Mathematics
In math, we are studying dividing decimals. Review the following videos for extra instruction/practice:
  1. http://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/decimals/v/dividing-decimals-2-1
  2. http://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/decimals/v/dividing-decimals
  3. http://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/decimals/e/dividing_decimals
Science
We are learning about the Water Cycle. Here is a link to the song we listened to in class: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9Yi4dAzHsc

Social Studies

We have just finished learning about the Pilgrims of Plymouth Rock--just in time for Thanksgiving! Enjoy reading up on more information about them and share what you've learned with your family over your Thanksgiving meal:
  1. http://www.plimoth.org/learn/just-kids/homework-help/who-were-pilgrims
  2. http://www.mayflowerhistory.com/History/family.php
  3. http://www.scholastic.com/scholastic_thanksgiving/
Have a beautiful holiday! Happy Thanksgiving!

Monday, November 5, 2012

Week of November 5th, 2012

Hello students and families,

Here is a photograph from our Halloween carnival of all your great costumes!
  
Here are some important announcements for this week:
  • This Friday is our A and B Honors/Math Medals Assembly following the 8 AM whole school mass. Tell your families to join us!
  • Next Monday, November 12th, there is NO school due to celebrating Veteran's Day.
  • Tomorrow, November 6th, is ELECTION DAY--remind your family members who are registered voters to go vote for our next president!
  • We are now starting our canned food drive. Start bringing in extra canned foods to donate to those in need.  

Computer Lab Assignment 11/6

Even though you can't register to vote until you're 18, it's important that you know who your candidates for president are and what they both believe.

Here's your assignment: 
Research the two candidates for President, Mitt Romney & Barack Obama, and in the form at the bottom of the blog write who you would vote for and five reasons why you would vote for them and five reasons why you wouldn't vote for the other candidate. Below are some links to websites with information for kids about the candidates and the election. Read through information about BOTH candidates and take notes as you are reading.

What do both candidates think about these important issues?
Meet Barack Obama
Meet Mitt Romney
Meet the Candidates
Video: How do the elections work?
Meet the Candidates Part II

Who will win?




Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Week of October 29th, 2012

Hi students and families,

We have a short, fun week ahead of us! Here are some announcements:
  • The costume parade is tomorrow at 8:15AM
  • The Halloween carnival is from 12:30PM-3:30PM
  • Please make sure to bring $5 and a bag of candy by tomorrow
  • Thursday is parent/teacher conferences--make sure you schedule a time with Mrs. Coba in the office!
  • There is NO SCHOOL for students on Friday so have a wonderful, long weekend!
Mathematics
In Math, we are working on multiplying decimals by whole numbers and multiplying decimals with decimals. Review the video below for extra help/practice:
Multiplying Decimals

For Ex: 4.53 X 100 = 453.0 or 6.25 X 10 = 62.5

Social Studies
In Social Studies, we are studying the voyage of John Smith and the establishment of the Jamestown colony, one of the first successful colonies in the new land. Here are some fun websites to teach you more about Jamestown:
http://www.socialstudiesforkids.com/articles/ushistory/jamestown.htm 
http://www.historyisfun.org/jamestown-settlement.htm 
Jamestown Adventure 

Let's have a great week!

Oh, and have a HAPPY AND SAFE HALLOWEEN!!!!!

Tuesday, October 23, 2012

Week of October 22nd, 2012

Hello students and families,

We have begun our new selection, "The Fear Place", and the spelling and vocabulary words for this selection have been posted at the left of the blog.

This week is Red Ribbon Week and St. Raphael is celebrating being drug free. Don't forget to wear your Red Ribbon everyday this week (and beyond if you like) to show your commitment to staying drug free.

Here are some important announcements for the upcoming weeks:
  • Please bring in $5 and a bag of candy for the Halloween carnival
  • Don't forget to sign up for a parent/teacher conference!
  • There is no school for students this Friday, October 26th
Let's have a great week!


Monday, October 15, 2012

Week of October 15th, 2012

Hi students and families,

Let's take a look at what we're studying this week:

Mathematics
In math, we are learning about algebraic expressions and variables. Use the following website for practice and extra help:
http://www.mathgoodies.com/lessons/vol7/expressions.html
Or play this really fun game to test your knowledge of algebraic expressions:
Who wants to be a Millionaire: Algebraic Expressions!

Science
In Science, we are continuing to learn about our different body systems. We are finishing learning the Excretory System and starting to work on the Respiratory System. Check out all of the fun and exciting website below for more information!
Announcements
  • Remember that this Thursday is the CLC's second pizza sale! Help to raise money for this year's haunted house! 
  • This Thursday is also California's annual "Shake Out" which we will be participating in at school.  Learn more about the Shake Out at the following website: http://www.shakeout.org/california/
Let's have a great week!

Monday, October 1, 2012

Week of October 1st, 2012

Hello students and families,

This past week we visited the L.A. Country Fair and had a great time. We even got to see a 1 day old baby calf!
Thank you to all of the parents who helped out as chaperones! We are so appreciative of your help!
  
Language Arts 
In Language Arts we are working on descriptive writing and using sensory details. We are currently writing a descriptive paragraph on our favorite place. We are also starting a new theme, "Give it All You've Got". We will be reading Selection 1, "Michelle Kwan: Heart of a Champion". The new spelling and vocabulary words are posted on the left side of the blog. To learn more visit: Michelle Kwan: Heart of a Champion

Math
In math, we are starting to work on dividing numbers. Please visit the following videos for help with division. Remember, division is much more difficult if you do not know your multiplication facts, so practice them every night!
Division #1
Division #2
Division #3
Activities:
#1
#2

Social Studies
We are currently studying Christopher Columbus' expedition to the Americas and his experience with the Taino people. Complete the quiz at the bottom of the blog on Christopher Columbus and the Taino.

Science
Take a look at out Digestive System shirts!