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To send a letter or not

by unsure

Dec 19, 2010

With all the last day of school hoopla, I forgot to send a letter regarding student homework to a parent. The parent did not tell me she wanted it, rather the student said that she did. I would have to write the truth, which is that overall his work was OK, but last week, he did not complete a few assignments. I feel bad because normally this stuff...See More

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Dan Don't worry about it.

This is how I handle situations like this.... I put responsibility on the student. I'd just tell him not to leave until you have the note from me. If they remember they need the note, they'll see you before the end of the school day.

Happy Holidays!

Da

Dec 20, 2010

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ny/5 Don't do anything until you hear from the parent. If the student's Christmas presents were dependent on whether or not he did his or her homework, you're better off not sending the letter anyway.

On 12/20/10, Dan wrote: > Don't worry about it. > > This is how I handle situations like this.... I put > responsibility on the stud...See More

Dec 30, 2010

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Great website for Classroom Teaching Strategies

by Francie

Dec 23, 2010

Here is a website with lots of ideas for high level thinking in the classroom. Each strategy is described, and a link is provided with more information on how to use the strategy:

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Francie

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Math journals/writing in math - need resource

by KT

Dec 29, 2010

Do you know of a good book or site that gives ideas for using math journals/writing in math?

I'd love to try this with my 4th, 5th and 6th special ed students, just not sure where to start since their abilities differ.

Thanks!

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Candace On 12/31/10, Sarah wrote: > On 12/29/10, KT wrote: >> Do you know of a good book or site that gives ideas for >> using math journals/writing in math? >> >> I'd love to try this with my 4th, 5th and 6th special ed >> students, just not sure where to start since their >> abilities differ. >> >> Thank...See More

Jan 22, 2011

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PedagoNet Have you looked at these resources ye

Jan 23, 2011

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ballroom dancing

by Roe

Jan 5, 2011

lease help! We need some help with connecting ballroom dancing to CA 5th grade curriculum/standards so the volunteer program can continue to teach ballroom dancing to the 5th graders.

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Bob Burgan On 1/05/11, Roe wrote: > Please help! We need some help with connecting ballroom > dancing to CA 5th grade curriculum/standards so the > volunteer program can continue to teach ballroom dancing to > the 5th graders. When I taught 5/6 grades, back when "dinos walked the earth, I taught line dancing and folk/square dancing to my charges. ...See More

Jan 6, 2011

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Sara I'll try to post the link but this is the first standard for Physical Education in California for 5th graders.

21 Grade Five STANDARD 1 Students demonstrate the motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.

I would think with that single standard alone that ballroom dancing fits the bill ni...See MoreI'll try to post the link but this is the first standard for Physical Education in California for 5th graders.

21 Grade Five STANDARD 1 Students demonstrate the motor skills and movement patterns needed to perform a variety of physical activities.

I would think with that single standard alone that ballroom dancing fits the bill nicely. The standard says students have to demonstrate motor skills and movement patterns to perform a VARIETY of physical activities. The word 'variety' right there covers pretty much anything.

Standard 2 for Calfornia's 5th graders in Physical Education is below - again ballroom dancing fits the bill nicely.

Students demonstrate knowledge of movement concepts, principles, and strategies that apply to the learning and performance of physical activities.

Standard 3 is refusing to allow me to copy and paste it but it speaks to the need for 5th graders to engage in activities that will make them physically fit - I think ballroom dancers tend to be thin and well-exercised people.

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That's the site address for the standards. I agree with Bob that proper ballroom dancing may be a bit hard for 5th graders to follow accurately but anyone who suggests to you that ballroom dancing doesn't fit with California's standards is wrong. Good luck.

Students demonstrate knowledge of movement concepts, principles, and strategies that apply to the learning and performance of physical activitiesactivitiesGrade Five >> Please help! We need some help with connecting ballroom >> dancing to CA 5th grade curriculum/standards so the >> volunteer program can continue to teach ballroom dancing to >> the 5th graders. > When I taught 5/6 grades, back when "dinos walked the earth, I > taught line dancing and folk/square dancing to my charges. I > sometimes had a specialist come in during PE time and rotated > the kids through her. Actual "Ballroom Dancing" with the proper > "hold" etc. is a bit advanced for 5th (10 yr). don't you think? > Sqare danceing, round dancing is connected to the "gold rush" > pioneering days of the 5th Soc. Studs. units. Bob Burgan, > substitutes

Jan 6, 2011

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Cultural programs & in-house field trips

by Rolling Thunder Enterprises

Jan 7, 2011

Dear Educator,

Please read the attached information pertaining to a cultural showcase that lends to the best of edutainment programming and in-house field trip alternatives.

With the winter lockdown contributing to cabin fever within our homes and schools, teachers and program directors are becoming anxious and creative in their...See More

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Are Research Reports Passe?

by Wondering in Fifth

Jan 9, 2011

Hello - I was reviewing a research project I have assigned in the past. It is a great research project - at least it used to be. The students had to write (or type) a min. 2 page report and then had to include some sort of creative product - a poster perferably. The poster should include illustrations the support the information they include in the...See More

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cam All writing my kids do is sent to me by email. I have been doing it this way for about 5 years. When we do our research paper they learn to make source cards, note cards, an outline, and then type a rough draft. This is emailed to me and I proof it and email it back for their editing and final draft. If you wish to supplement with a visual I think ...See More

Jan 31, 2011

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judy5ca I agree with Sara, you ask good questions--some of which I asked myself. Though experienced, I've only been teaching 5th for 2 years. I do have my kids write research reports because it is one of our state standards and it's a great way to incorporate tech standards (I'm including Common Core Standards below so we can see research reports will stil...See More

Feb 13, 2011

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Test Taking Strategies

by DebK

Jan 14, 2011

Do any of you have test taking strategies that work to help students on standardized tests. We have used highlighting, underlining and boxes and they seem to do the process, butstill don't find the answer. What helps your students prepare and answer correctly in a strategy?

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New Yorker For reading tests I have them read the question(not the answers for multiple choice), read the passage, go back and read the question and underline the most important words in the question(They must ask themselves - What is this question really asking me to do? Tell them to look at the first word as it is often Who? WHat? WHere? When? or How?), go ...See More

Mar 6, 2011

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PedagoNet erhaps these suggestions can help yo

Mar 10, 2011

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passing out supplies and teaching at the same time

by Susan

Jan 19, 2011

I am a specials teacher, so I see all the grades (1-5) once a week. Although I have been at this job for 7 years, I am still learning. I have a question for you experienced classroom teachers. When I pass out supplies or return papers (I always have students do it), is it too much to expect the rest of the class to be able to focus on teaching? I a...See More

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5th grade teach Bring the students who aren't passing out materials to a different location. For example, as students enter your room have them gather on the floor for directions. At the same time, two students are passing out the assigned materials to tables/desks. Then when students are ready to use those supplies they can return to their seats. Or do it at the ...See More

Jan 20, 2011

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Sara On 1/19/11, Susan wrote: > I am a specials teacher, so I see all the grades (1-5) once > a week. Although I have been at this job for 7 years, I am > still learning. I have a question for you experienced > classroom teachers. When I pass out supplies or return > papers (I always have students do it), is it too much to > expect the...See More

Jan 21, 2011

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School Wide Celebration

by 5th grade teach

Jan 19, 2011

At my school, each month one grade level presents something at a school wide assembly. It is only part of the assembly and usually takes 5-10min. I am at a loss for what to do. We have the month of February and some teachers do a theme for the month....We were thinking maybe a play, but it has to be short.

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Leah February is the month of caring (Valentine's Day). Could you do some character building skits?

The following is a list of quotes. The children could pick out several to read and demonstrate that revolve around "Caring for others."

There are also character building songs at this site found under Materials

Jan 20, 2011

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Science Fair Slogans

by Kate

Jan 26, 2011

Hi All! So I am in charge of the school science fair this year and I am stuck. I am looking for a catchy slogan or theme that I can use for the front display to get the school interested in doing a project. Any ideas? Thanks for your help!

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Bev-MI On 1/26/11, Kate wrote: > Hi All! So I am in charge of the school science fair this > year and I am stuck. I am looking for a catchy slogan or > theme that I can use for the front display to get the school > interested in doing a project. Any ideas? Thanks for your > help!

"Be a Detective---Solve a Mystery--Scientifically!" ...See More

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melissa christian On 1/26/11, Kate wrote: > Hi All! So I am in charge of the school science fair this > year and I am stuck. I am looking for a catchy slogan or > theme that I can use for the front display to get the school > interested in doing a project. Any ideas? Thanks for your > help!

Kepp an ION it

Dec 3, 2012

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