8/20

Howdy all, and thanks for checking in. We had a very productive and fun day. We spent our morning writing some very interesting stories and mapping out what narratives have in common. Our math test wasn't too stressful, and we'll review them in detail tomorrow. (Everyone will get their tests returned in Monday's Blue Folder.)

Tonight, the kids are responsible for the following:

- reading log
- study for "Akiak" spelling quiz
- reading practice book page 15 (sentences)

Respectfully, Mr. Bryant

8/19

Thanks for checking in. The information that went home with the kids last week regarding the Back-to-School Night was incorrect. Please note that the evening will take place next week, on Thursday, August 27 (not Sept.10). Times are listed on the calendar to the right.

The kids are responsible for the following tonight:

- reading log
- reading practice book pages 8 & 11
- math textbook page 22, problems 1-15

Respectfully, Mr. Bryant

Tuesday 8/18

Thanks for checking in. The restructured school day is always an odd one, especially now that it is falling at the beginning of the week. I think that I am going to miss the good old short Wednesday.

Our short story of the week is entitled "Akiak", and it is about an Alaskan sled dog competing in the Iditarod. Its an exciting story, and the kids have enjoyed the work that focuses on the race.

We are trudging through math, using a new district mandated curriculum. It is not my favorite, but the kids seem to be working with it quite well.

Tonight, the class is responsible for the following:

- reading log
- math practice pages 5,6,7 & 8
- reading practice book pages 6-7

Again, I will attempt to offer the kids a few minutes at the end of each day to begin their homework (in an attempt to clarify understanding, etc.), so not everyone will be bringing the full list of work home each day.

Respectfully, Mr. Bryant

a full week of fun

Thanks for checking in. We had a very full day, to what is going to be a very full week. The kids are working hard and getting down routines and understanding expectations for the fourth grade. It can be a trying time, so support them as best you can.

The kids are responsible for the following tonight:

- check blue folders and return to school no later than Friday
- reading log
- math lesson 1.2, pages 3-4
- reading practice book pages 9-10
(I allowed the kids time to begin their homework in class, so workloads will vary by student tonight.)

Respectfully, Mr. B