Starfish,
We've been studying The Bill of Rights in class. Click HERE and you can view an original copy of the actual document signed in 1789!! Wow! Look around our classroom and see versions of The Bill of Rights in French, Spanish and German.
We've been through the first ten amendments to the United States Constitution. Which of the amendments do you think is the most important? Why? Leave me a comment for some bonus points!
: ) Ms. L
Friday, December 12, 2008
Monday, December 8, 2008
Holiday Wishes
Dear Starfish,
The holiday season is here! Whether you are celebrating Hanukah, Christmas, or Kwanzaa (or even not celebrating at all, that's okay too!) the best part of any holiday is making wishes! You might wish for a gift, like an ipod or a skateboard. You might wish for someone else, for your friend to heal their broken heart or for your parents to find happiness. You might even make a wish for the world - that no child goes hungry and no one feels alone.
I am wishing for many things this holiday. I wish that all my Starfish find a great book to read over the break and come back in January ready to share new books with me! I wish for all my Starfish to remember to bring a pen or pencil every day. I wish for all my Starfish and their families to have a happy and safe holiday.
What are you wishing???
Free Glitter Graphics, Happy Holidays Glitter Graphics
Love,
Ms. L
The holiday season is here! Whether you are celebrating Hanukah, Christmas, or Kwanzaa (or even not celebrating at all, that's okay too!) the best part of any holiday is making wishes! You might wish for a gift, like an ipod or a skateboard. You might wish for someone else, for your friend to heal their broken heart or for your parents to find happiness. You might even make a wish for the world - that no child goes hungry and no one feels alone.
I am wishing for many things this holiday. I wish that all my Starfish find a great book to read over the break and come back in January ready to share new books with me! I wish for all my Starfish to remember to bring a pen or pencil every day. I wish for all my Starfish and their families to have a happy and safe holiday.
What are you wishing???
Free Glitter Graphics, Happy Holidays Glitter Graphics
Love,
Ms. L
Monday, December 1, 2008
Senator Success Academy
FMS is now offering the "Senator Success Academy". This opportunity is available to students for Grade Recovery in Math or Language Arts. It takes place M,W,F from 8-9am and Saturdays from 8-11am. I am the teacher for Language Arts on M,W,F. We will also do FCAT enhancement during this time. I encourage everyone who is eligible due to failing grades, FCAT needs, or other circumstances to take advantage of this FREE service!! Students need an application, they are available from the front office or any math and language arts teacher.
I hope to see some Starfish in the mornings!
Ms. L
I hope to see some Starfish in the mornings!
Ms. L
Friday, November 14, 2008
Food Drive
Starfish,
Don't forget to bring in donations for the annual FMS Food Drive. The competition starts next week, Monday, Nov. 17th and goes until Friday, Nov. 21st. Please bring in donations of canned goods and non-perishable items.
Bring in at least 5 items and get a free tardy pass! Up to 3 tardy passes.
The winning team gets a sweet treat from PTSA and bragging rights. That team WILL be the Starfish!!!!!!!
Don't let me down! Let's help out those in need and show the school we are the most generous team on campus!
Ms. L
Update: We brought in over 300 cans and won the contest! Way to go, Starfish!
Don't forget to bring in donations for the annual FMS Food Drive. The competition starts next week, Monday, Nov. 17th and goes until Friday, Nov. 21st. Please bring in donations of canned goods and non-perishable items.
Bring in at least 5 items and get a free tardy pass! Up to 3 tardy passes.
The winning team gets a sweet treat from PTSA and bragging rights. That team WILL be the Starfish!!!!!!!
Don't let me down! Let's help out those in need and show the school we are the most generous team on campus!
Ms. L
Update: We brought in over 300 cans and won the contest! Way to go, Starfish!
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Does Non-Fiction = Non-Fun??
Hi Starfish!
We are starting our Non-Fiction Unit this nine weeks. Non-Fiction is anything that can be proved as TRUE or FACTUAL information. Some examples include:
We are starting our Non-Fiction Unit this nine weeks. Non-Fiction is anything that can be proved as TRUE or FACTUAL information. Some examples include:
- Newspapers
- Magazines
- Encyclopedias
- Some Internet Websites (be careful - not everything on the web is true!)
- Biographies
- Autobiographies
- Memoirs
- Diaries
- Personal Essays
- Documentary films
- and much, more more!!!
Are you the kind of person who likes non-fiction? Do you hate it? Do you not care one way or the other? TELL ME WHAT YOU THINK ABOUT NON-FICTION BY LEAVING A COMMENT!
Click on "Comments" below, proofread your comment, and be sure to leave your name (First name and last initial) with your period (1-6). The comments get sent to my email for approval - then you can come back and see your statement. You can read what your classmates wrote, too!
See you in class - and that's a non-fiction FACT!
Ms. L
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Study Buddy!
Starfish,
There are lots of great tools online to help you study for our novel test on The Giver.
One way to study is by taking a sample test. Another way is by answering practice questions. Click on the blue (or purple) words in the previous two sentences - they will take you to websites that will help you study.
Also, don't forget that part of your test will be your vocab words! Make flashcards, study with a friend, and write context clue sentences to help get ready.
A good habit to start is studying early. Cramming may help you for the meantime, but it's an awful lot to do in one night and you might forget by test time! Set aside thirty minutes each night to study and come the night before the test, you won't be "apprehensive" at all.
See you in class,
Ms. L
There are lots of great tools online to help you study for our novel test on The Giver.
One way to study is by taking a sample test. Another way is by answering practice questions. Click on the blue (or purple) words in the previous two sentences - they will take you to websites that will help you study.
Also, don't forget that part of your test will be your vocab words! Make flashcards, study with a friend, and write context clue sentences to help get ready.
A good habit to start is studying early. Cramming may help you for the meantime, but it's an awful lot to do in one night and you might forget by test time! Set aside thirty minutes each night to study and come the night before the test, you won't be "apprehensive" at all.
See you in class,
Ms. L
Monday, October 20, 2008
Extra Credit for Blogsters!
Hello Starfish,
Have you taken advantage of the extra credit yet? You can either:
a. Leave me a comment (using the correct form) for 2 bonus points
or
b. Copy down the "Blog Expectations" (#s 1-5) and bring them in with a parent signature for 10 bonus points
or
DO BOTH FOR 12 BONUS POINTS! WOW!
Happy Blogging!
Ms. L
ps - Do you think Jonas and The Giver will ever be able to change their situation and share the memories with the community? Why or why not?
Have you taken advantage of the extra credit yet? You can either:
a. Leave me a comment (using the correct form) for 2 bonus points
or
b. Copy down the "Blog Expectations" (#s 1-5) and bring them in with a parent signature for 10 bonus points
or
DO BOTH FOR 12 BONUS POINTS! WOW!
Happy Blogging!
Ms. L
ps - Do you think Jonas and The Giver will ever be able to change their situation and share the memories with the community? Why or why not?
Monday, October 6, 2008
What do you think?
Hi Starfish Students and Parents,
Welcome to our blog! Leave me a comment and tell me what you think. What kind of things would you like to see on our blog? Did you check out the links; do all the links work? What's on your mind about Language Arts? Do you like The Giver so far?
Students, remember to leave your first name, last initial and period when leaving a comment.
See you in class!
Ms. L
Welcome to our blog! Leave me a comment and tell me what you think. What kind of things would you like to see on our blog? Did you check out the links; do all the links work? What's on your mind about Language Arts? Do you like The Giver so far?
Students, remember to leave your first name, last initial and period when leaving a comment.
See you in class!
Ms. L
Friday, September 26, 2008
Great Expectations
Hi Starfish,
As you know, I'm not big on "rules". I'm not a believer in a list full of 'Do Nots'. However, that doesn't mean I expect anything less than excellence when it comes to my students. Therefore, these are my expectations for students on our blog:
1. I expect everyone to use safe Internet practices. Do not send in pictures of yourself, give your exact location, or contact information on this blog. This blog is open to the public, and I expect you to be safe, safe, safe!
2. I expect you to respect the opinions of others. There will not be any disrespectful commenting on our blog. If I see any, you can expect to receive a ''blog-ban'' and will receive all assignments on paper instead.
3. I expect you to identify yourself. There will not be any anonymous commenting. Each comment will include your first name, last initial and period. For example, if Joey Adams in period 3 wants to leave a comment, he must sign it: Joey A., 3rd Period
4. I expect you to proofread!! Make sure you check your entries for COPS - Capitalization, Organization, Punctuation, and Spelling. Also, remember that texting-language is not appropriate for school assignments. I expect you to spell your words ... you is not spelled "u".
5. I expect this blog to be a fun and safe place for us to learn. If my expectations aren't met, the blog will disappear.
I know you can meet these expectations! You never cease to amaze me. I am proud of how hard you've worked so far this year, and I can't wait to see where this blog takes us!
See you in class,
Ms. L
As you know, I'm not big on "rules". I'm not a believer in a list full of 'Do Nots'. However, that doesn't mean I expect anything less than excellence when it comes to my students. Therefore, these are my expectations for students on our blog:
1. I expect everyone to use safe Internet practices. Do not send in pictures of yourself, give your exact location, or contact information on this blog. This blog is open to the public, and I expect you to be safe, safe, safe!
2. I expect you to respect the opinions of others. There will not be any disrespectful commenting on our blog. If I see any, you can expect to receive a ''blog-ban'' and will receive all assignments on paper instead.
3. I expect you to identify yourself. There will not be any anonymous commenting. Each comment will include your first name, last initial and period. For example, if Joey Adams in period 3 wants to leave a comment, he must sign it: Joey A., 3rd Period
4. I expect you to proofread!! Make sure you check your entries for COPS - Capitalization, Organization, Punctuation, and Spelling. Also, remember that texting-language is not appropriate for school assignments. I expect you to spell your words ... you is not spelled "u".
5. I expect this blog to be a fun and safe place for us to learn. If my expectations aren't met, the blog will disappear.
I know you can meet these expectations! You never cease to amaze me. I am proud of how hard you've worked so far this year, and I can't wait to see where this blog takes us!
See you in class,
Ms. L
Welcome Starfish!
Student Starfish,
Hey there! Let's begin our blogging adventure. Do you know how the word 'blog' was formed? It's a combination of it's definition - a "web log" - smushed together to make the new word - blog. I learned that today in teacher class. Your teacher is such a smartie.
Now that you know what a blog is all about, let's learn about our classroom blog. We will use this blog to interact with each other. It will be a place to talk about our adventures in books, stories, poems, and anywhere else we might go.
Let's get blogging!
See you in class, Ms. L
Hey there! Let's begin our blogging adventure. Do you know how the word 'blog' was formed? It's a combination of it's definition - a "web log" - smushed together to make the new word - blog. I learned that today in teacher class. Your teacher is such a smartie.
Now that you know what a blog is all about, let's learn about our classroom blog. We will use this blog to interact with each other. It will be a place to talk about our adventures in books, stories, poems, and anywhere else we might go.
Let's get blogging!
See you in class, Ms. L
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