4-30-13 Daily Update

Parents,

Remember, tomorrow is the Math OAA.  Be sure your child gets to bed early tonight and has a healthy breakfast in the morning.  I recommend having your child bring in a water bottle and wear comfortable clothing tomorrow, also.

Reminders:

• Marco Pizza fundraiser is Thursday - please read the flyer that went home today.  If we have the most orders, our class can win a free pizza party
• Make sure your child has a well-fitted bike helmet before Bike Hike.
• "Like" the WPC on Facebook to keep up to date on Parents Club events

-Mr. Pransky

Reading:  

Read your AR book for 15-20 minutes

AR Goal for Friday, May 3 is 55%

Language: 

None.

Social Studies:  
None.

Science: 

None.

Math:   

None.

Spelling:  

Lesson 25 - Thursday, May 9

SpellingCity - quiz and play games using each week's list words

--
Shane Pransky
Whitehouse Primary
4th Grade

4-29-13 Daily Update

Parents,

Wow!  What great effort today on the OAA's!  All students really worked hard!  Thank you for making sure your child was well rested and well nourished before the test.

Hopefully, we will have more of the same for the Math test on Wednesday!

Reminders:

• Make sure your child has a well fitted bike helmet before Bike Hike.
• Math OAA - Wednesday, May 1
• "Like" the WPC on Facebook to keep up to date on Parents Club events

-Mr. Pransky

Reading:  

Read your AR book for 15-20 minutes

AR Goal for Friday, May 3 is 55%

Language: 

None.

Social Studies:  
None.

Science: 

None.

Math:   

None.

Spelling:  

Lesson 25 - Thursday, May 9

SpellingCity - quiz and play games using each week's list words

--
Shane Pransky
Whitehouse Primary
4th Grade

OAA is next week - Please read

Dear parents,

The week of the State of Ohio 4th Grade Achievement Test has arrived.  The tests will be given next week on Monday, April 30 (Reading) and Wednesday, May 2 (Math).  

The students will have 2-1/2 hours to complete each test. Our lunch and specials schedule have been adjusted to be sure the students have this much time for each day's testing.

Here are some suggestions for having your child prepared for each day's testing:

1. Be sure that your child gets plenty of rest each night before the testing.
   
2. The night before each test, please go over some of the practice materials that were sent home.  An easy review option is to use the link below which has practice tests for your child to complete.

http://portal.success-ode-state-oh-us.info/

1. In the morning, be sure your child has a healthy, nourishing breakfast.
   
2. Try to send your child off to school with a positive word encouraging him/her to try their best.
   
3. Many parents have also sent a letter of encouragement for their child to open before the tests. (if am still missing these from 5 parents)
   
4. It is very important that the students arrive to school on time.  Test directions will begin promptly at 8:50 a.m.  Testing will begin immediately after directions have been explained.  The class should not be interrupted after 8:50 a.m.
   
5. Be sure your child has plenty of sharp No. 2 pencils to use.  Mechanical pencils are not allowed.
   
6. The child should bring a HEALTHY snack to enjoy during the break we take during the testing.
   
7. Each child is allowed and encouraged to have a water bottle at their desk to use when they are thirsty.

Sincerely,

The Fourth Grade Teachers

--
Shane Pransky
Whitehouse Primary
4th Grade

4-26-13 Daily Update

Parents,

Food Drive.  I wanted to pass along information about a Food Drive/Recycling event  tomorrow, Saturday, April 27, 2013 from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.   It will benefit local families as you must live in the AW School District to utilize the AW Food Pantry. It is being held at the Whitehouse Village Park.  Volunteers are also needed to clean up the park and other areas (free lunch provided!).  Bring your work gloves and dive in!

OAA Reading.  This test is Monday.  I will send a separate e-mail dedicated to OAA preparation..

Homework.  Next week there will be no homework or Spelling tests so students can focus on doing their best on the tests.  

Thank you parents for the snack donations!

Have a great weekend!

Reminders:

• Last day for book orders is Friday (Saturday for online)
• Letters of encouragement for the OAA - turn in by Monday!
• We need snack donations.
• Make sure your child has a well fitted bike helmet before Bike Hike.
• Reading OAA - Monday, April 29
• Math OAA - Wednesday, May 1
• "Like" the WPC on Facebook to keep up to date on Parents Club events

-Mr. Pransky

Reading:  

Read your AR book for 15-20 minutes

AR Goal for Friday, April 26 is 44%

Language: 

None.

Social Studies:  
None.

Science: 

Review your child's test results on Moodle.

Math:   

None.

Spelling:  

Lesson 25 - Thursday, May 9

SpellingCity - quiz and play games using each week's list words

Quick Links:

Class Blog- frequently used links and daily updates.

Home Connect - check AR reading and Accelerated Math, or practice with Math Facts in a Flash

Google Apps - check school e-mail and use google applications (un: last name_firstname    pw: aw + 6 digit lunch code)

Moodle - web links and resources for every subject! (un: lastname_firstname    pw: 6 digit lunch number)

Pearson  - Access math book and worksheets from the math book (un: last name_firstname    pw: aw + 6 digit lunch code)

AR Book Find - Do you have a book at home or from another library that you are wondering if it is AR?  Look it up here.

Infohio - Awesome resource for web research with online encyclopedias for kids among other things (un: infohio  pw:power)
Scholastic Book Order - Class Activation Code: F8273

--
Shane Pransky
Whitehouse Primary
4th Grade

4-25-13 Daily Update

Parents,

Be sure to review the "reminders" below.  Have a great night!

Friday is "Express Yourself" day - dress in your favorite outfit or one that lets you express your personality!

Reminders:

• Last day for book orders is Friday (Saturday for online)
• Letters of encouragement for the OAA - turn in by Friday, April 26
• We need snack donations.
• Make sure your child has a well fitted bike helmet before Bike Hike.
• Reading OAA - Monday, April 29
• Math OAA - Wednesday, May 1
• "Like" the WPC on Facebook to keep up to date on Parents Club events

-Mr. Pransky

Reading:  

Scholastic News - Quiz Whiz.  Look back for and highlight the answers!

Read your AR book for 15-20 minutes

AR Goal for Friday, April 26 is 44%

Language: 

None.

Social Studies:  
None.

Science: 

Ch. 1 & 2 Test is Friday (Practice on Moodle or use study guide)

Math:   

OAA Review questions

Spelling:  

Lesson 24 - Thursday, April 22

SpellingCity - quiz and play games using each week's list words

Quick Links:

Class Blog- frequently used links and daily updates.

Home Connect - check AR reading and Accelerated Math, or practice with Math Facts in a Flash

Google Apps - check school e-mail and use google applications (un: last name_firstname    pw: aw + 6 digit lunch code)

Moodle - web links and resources for every subject! (un: lastname_firstname    pw: 6 digit lunch number)

Pearson  - Access math book and worksheets from the math book (un: last name_firstname    pw: aw + 6 digit lunch code)

AR Book Find - Do you have a book at home or from another library that you are wondering if it is AR?  Look it up here.

Infohio - Awesome resource for web research with online encyclopedias for kids among other things (un: infohio  pw:power)
Scholastic Book Order - Class Activation Code: F8273

--
Shane Pransky
Whitehouse Primary
4th Grade

2-23-13 Daily Update

Parents,

Bike Hike.  Our 4th grade Bike Hike to Oak Openings is about 5 weeks away.  Surveying the class, about two-thirds said they had a properly fitted helmet.  All students are expected to wear a helmet on the Bike Hike, and there are no exceptions to this rule.  It is recommended that all helmets have a sticker that says it meets standards set by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) and should be the right size for your child.  If your child does not have and cannot afford a bike or helmet, please let me know and I will make arrangements to provide one or both for your child.  Also, when we have a nice spring day (today is not a good example), encourage your child to get off of the computer or game system and take their bike for a ride.  Better yet, take a ride as a family.

Snacks.  We are all out again.

Last Book Order.  These are due on Friday or Saturday if ordered online.

Thursday: Wear Cool or Hot

Friday: Express Yourself

Reminders:

• Letters of encouragement for the OAA - turn in by Friday, April 26
• Reading OAA - Monday, April 29
• Math OAA - Wednesday, May 1
• "Like" the WPC on Facebook to keep up to date on Parents Club events

-Mr. Pransky

Reading:  

Read your AR book for 15-20 minutes

AR Goal for Friday, April 26 is 44%

Language: 

None.

Social Studies:  
None.

Science: 

A few students need to finish Lesson 2.2 questions

Ch. 1 & 2 Test is Friday (Practice on Moodle or use study guide)

Math:   

OAA Review questions

Spelling:  

Lesson 24 - Thursday, April 22

SpellingCity - quiz and play games using each week's list words

Quick Links:

Class Blog- frequently used links and daily updates.

Home Connect - check AR reading and Accelerated Math, or practice with Math Facts in a Flash

Google Apps - check school e-mail and use google applications (un: last name_firstname    pw: aw + 6 digit lunch code)

Moodle - web links and resources for every subject! (un: lastname_firstname    pw: 6 digit lunch number)

Pearson  - Access math book and worksheets from the math book (un: last name_firstname    pw: aw + 6 digit lunch code)

AR Book Find - Do you have a book at home or from another library that you are wondering if it is AR?  Look it up here.

Infohio - Awesome resource for web research with online encyclopedias for kids among other things (un: infohio  pw:power)
Scholastic Book Order - Class Activation Code: F8273

--
Shane Pransky
Whitehouse Primary
4th Grade

Last book order of the year

Dear Parents,

Listed below is information in case you would like to order from Scholastic's online book club.  This will be our last book order of the year.  Ordering online is fast and easy.  But, if you prefer to complete a paper order and write a check, that's okay, too!  A book order flyer went home last Friday.

I would like to place orders this weekend so please place all online orders by Saturday and paper orders by Friday.

Scholastic Book Clubs Ordering Information
www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
Class Activation Code: F8273

•  REGISTER at www.scholastic.com/bookclubs
•  ENTER the Class Activation Code at the top of this letter
•  CHOOSE from thousands of print titles, value packs, and Storia eBooks
•  SUBMIT the order to your child's teacher
•  EARN FREE Books for you and the classroom too!

--
Shane Pransky
Whitehouse Primary
4th Grade

Science Test

Parents,

Just a reminder that your child will have a Science test this Friday over Ch. 1 & 2 of Module C (Volcanoes and Earthquakes) in the Science book.  A practice test is posted on Moodle at the link below.

Volcanoes and Earthquakes Ch. 1 & 2 Review Quiz

Your child also has a paper study guide and papers used for practice in class that can be used to study as well.  These will go home tomorrow.

--
Shane Pransky
Whitehouse Primary
4th Grade

4-23-13 Daily Update

Parents,

Students are really working hard here at school.  Thank you for continuing to encourage your child at home.

Dress code.  Parents, just a couple reminders about dress code expectations.  As the weather has gotten warmer, some students are wearing some outfits that are not following the dress code.  We have made an attempt to simply remind the child about expectations as a warning, but, particularly with the girls, some are still having trouble dressing within the rules.    Shorts should be long enough so that if a child lets their hands down at their sides, it should be longer than their finger tips.  High heeled shoes or boots are not allowed.  Straps on tops should be 3 fingers wide - no "spaghetti" straps.  We appreciate your help with this.

Wednesday: Wear Patterns

Thursday: Wear Cool or Hot

Friday: Express Yourself

Reminders:

• Letters of encouragement for the OAA - turn in by Friday, April 26
• Reading OAA - Monday, April 29
• Math OAA - Wednesday, May 1
• "Like" the WPC on Facebook to keep up to date on Parents Club events

-Mr. Pransky

Reading:  

Read your AR book for 15-20 minutes

AR Goal for Friday, April 26 is 44%

Language: 

None.

Social Studies:  
None.

Science: 

A few students need to finish Lesson 2.1 questions

Math:   

OAA Review questions

Spelling:  

Lesson 24 - Thursday, April 22

SpellingCity - quiz and play games using each week's list words

Quick Links:

Class Blog- frequently used links and daily updates.

Home Connect - check AR reading and Accelerated Math, or practice with Math Facts in a Flash

Google Apps - check school e-mail and use google applications (un: last name_firstname    pw: aw + 6 digit lunch code)

Moodle - web links and resources for every subject! (un: lastname_firstname    pw: 6 digit lunch number)

Pearson  - Access math book and worksheets from the math book (un: last name_firstname    pw: aw + 6 digit lunch code)

AR Book Find - Do you have a book at home or from another library that you are wondering if it is AR?  Look it up here.

Infohio - Awesome resource for web research with online encyclopedias for kids among other things (un: infohio  pw:power)
Scholastic Book Order - Class Activation Code: F8273

--
Shane Pransky
Whitehouse Primary
4th Grade

4-22-13 Daily Update

Parents,

Last week a letter was sent home asking you for a favor.  We are asking all parents to write a short letter or note encouraging your child to do their best on the Ohio Achievement Assessments (OAA) that they will take next week.  On the morning of the Reading OAA on Monday and Math OAA on Wednesday, students will open this letter before we begin.  It is amazing what a positive impact a small thing like a letter from home has on your child's attitude before beginning.  I always enjoy watching the smiles on the children's faces as they read these.  These can be just a short handwritten or typed note placed in an envelope with your child's name on it.  I would appreciate it if you could have these to me by this Friday, that way I can prepare notes for students who don't receive one.

Art month theme.  The door design award went to Mrs. Ponstler's room.

Tuesday: Wear Metallic

Wednesday: Wear Patterns

Thursday: Wear Cool or Hot

Friday: Express Yourself

Reminders:

• Reading OAA - Monday, April 29
• Math OAA - Wednesday, May 1
• "Like" the WPC on Facebook to keep up to date on Parents Club events

-Mr. Pransky

Reading:  

Read your AR book for 15-20 minutes

AR Goal for Friday, April 26 is 44%

Language: 

None.

Social Studies:  
None.

Science: 

None.

Math:   

AM Practice

Spelling:  

Lesson 24 - Thursday, April 22

SpellingCity - quiz and play games using each week's list words

Quick Links:

Class Blog- frequently used links and daily updates.

Home Connect - check AR reading and Accelerated Math, or practice with Math Facts in a Flash

Google Apps - check school e-mail and use google applications (un: last name_firstname    pw: aw + 6 digit lunch code)

Moodle - web links and resources for every subject! (un: lastname_firstname    pw: 6 digit lunch number)

Pearson  - Access math book and worksheets from the math book (un: last name_firstname    pw: aw + 6 digit lunch code)

AR Book Find - Do you have a book at home or from another library that you are wondering if it is AR?  Look it up here.

Infohio - Awesome resource for web research with online encyclopedias for kids among other things (un: infohio  pw:power)
Scholastic Book Order - Class Activation Code: F8273

--
Shane Pransky
Whitehouse Primary
4th Grade

Classroom Door Decorations