Celebration

Yesterday I was out for a series of appointments for myself and my children.  I am excited to say that I arrived at school today to a glowing note from the substitute on how wonderful the children were.  Also, our class fish bowl was filled to over flowing.  This means that the class earned a celebration.  We will be having a dress up day next Friday, October 11th.  Students can dress in a costume, pjs, or any crazy outfit they want.  They really have been working hard and doing a great job.

Welcome to Fifth Grade

Hello Fifth Grade Families,

I am so excited to start our new year together.  I am just finishing up some small things in the classroom and I can’t wait for all of you to be here tomorrow.  A couple pieces of information to start the week.

 

Unified Arts

Monday and Wednesday is PE  (wear sneakers)

Tuesday and Thursday is Art

Friday is Library

 

If you ever need to reach me just send me an email.  I check it several times a day and will get back to you as soon as possible.  stephanie.miller@colchestersd.org

 

If your child needs a change of transportation please use the link on the MBS homepage.  It is more efficient than a note or phone call and reduces the traffic in the office.  www.csdvt.org/mbs

School starts at 8:30.  There is adult coverage on the playground and in the Cafe starting at 8:15.

Homework will be the same all year.  Read for 25 minutes and do Dreambox for 25 minutes four times a week.  This way there is never any confusion about what students need to do.

I know that getting in the swing of things can be a challenge.  Please let me know if there is anything that I can do to help make that transition smoother.

 

Mrs. Miller

New field trip

Winooski Valley Park District

Conservation Field Day

Wednesday, May 15, 2019

 

This is a special science exploration field trip.  The activities are run by community experts for area 5th grade students.  

 

Field Trip Information & Details

What do I need to do for my child?

  1.    Pack a bag lunch & drink.
  • NO GLASS BOTTLES WILL BE ALLOWED ON PREMISES!  
  • Names need to be put on the lunches as they will be grouped together.
  1. Students should dress appropriately!  
  • Sneakers or shoes that can tolerate swampy conditions are a must!  (We’ll be outdoors till 1:00 p.m. rain or shine unless it is a torrential downpour!)
  • Sunscreen and bug spray are a must!   
  1. The bus will be leaving school grounds at 8:45
  • Please be sure your child arrives to school on time.  We’ll return to school in time for regular dismissal. We have room for Chaperones on the bus.
  1. Cost : $6

5. Please return field trip slips by Friday, May 10th.                                 

News

Hello Families,

It is my last day in Mrs. Miller’s class. I am so grateful to have had this amazing opportunity. I have learned so much about the fifth-grade curriculum and the responsibilities of a teacher. I am so sad to leave these bubbly and energetic students. They have taught me all about their lives, their interests, and their hopes.

During my solo weeks, we worked on creating egg drop contraptions during science. They were super sturdy and saved the eggs! Thank you for bringing in materials. In social studies, we learned about the constitution and wrote our own class preamble. In writing, we wrote our own state research reports. We are now working on making state projects and presenting them. In math, we are working on finding the area and volume of objects. In reading, we are researching sources for our projects. It has been a pleasure working with these students. They each bring their unique perspective to our classroom.

I am excited to continue my journey to become a teacher. I will be moving back to New Jersey after I graduate from UVM. I hope you have an amazing summer! Thank you for welcoming me into the Mallets Bay community!

 

Sincerely,

Ms. Spencer

Sam.Spencer@cholchestersd.org