The Good News
The good news is... our first homework assignment is due tomorrow! I feel pretty good about the number of students who have said their homework is already completed. Again, the purpose of our weekly writing homework is to get a little more practice in each week, and to help student learn independence and responsibility around tracking materials to and from school.By the end of the week, grades should be updated in Synergy. The last few kinks are being worked out of the program and new report card. I'll send out an email letting families know when it is a good time to check to see if homework and assignments were turned in on time.
The Even Better News
The even better news...our classroom was one of five in the Portland Metro area selected to participate in a mini-boat program through the Columbia River Maritime Museum. Why is this so exciting? Your students will be helping to assemble a small, unmanned craft, which will be sent to Japan with a number of measuring devices on board. We will be working with the museum to track the vessel's voyage, measure ocean conditions, and share results with a sister school in Japan.I am still learning all the details of this incredible opportunity, but I cannot wait to get started next month. I believe this experience will prove to be unforgettable for this year's class. More information will be coming your way soon!
Finally, graded work is now being returned to your student. I am trying to help students to remember to check their mailboxes on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons. If you have any questions about scored work, please let me know.
Have a wonderful evening,
Ms. Kinsman
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