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books for Christmas?

by Kate

Dec 11, 2009

Hi, I have moved to 5th grade from 1st this year and would like a more grown up Christmas book to read to the class. They would then maybe write a short summary or some other kind of writing to go along with it. Can anyone give me some ideas on any books that would be suitable? Thanks, Kate

4th Sorry for the late response, but with everything going on, I haven't been on here lately. You are probably already out for the holidays, so keep these in mind for next year.

A short chapter book is The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. It's very funny.

A picture book they seem to love--I read it to my 4th graders yesterday--is The Lege...See More

Dec 19, 2009

Kate Thanks anyway, we broke up yesterday. I did find an Advent one about a bear and its journey to Bethlehem. I was surprised how the kids liked it! I'll certainly look out for those you mentioned for next year. Merry Christmas! Kate

On 12/19/09, 4th wrote: > Sorry for the late response, but with everything going on, I > haven't been on ...See More

Dec 19, 2009

Retreats for K-5?

by Catholic School

Dec 13, 2009

We are looking for (age appropriate) retreat resources, themes or ideas for K-5 in a Catholic School. Anyone have something they are happy with, before we start creating from scratch?

joe We do a "Jesus By the Sea" retreat every year. We take 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders to the Lake Michigan shore, have some reflective activities outlined, bring a picnic lunch, and leave around noon. All in all it is about a 5 hour activity and works really well. 12/13/09, Catholic School wrote: > We are looking for (age appropriate) retreat resourc...See More

Dec 16, 2009

Leah If you don't live near water, a nature retreat with similar activities might be an idea.

On 12/16/09, joe wrote: > We do a "Jesus By the Sea" retreat every year. We take 3rd, > 4th, and 5th graders to the Lake Michigan shore, have some > reflective activities outlined, bring a picnic lunch, and > leave around noon. All in all ...See More

Jan 1, 2010

Christmas Blessings to All!

by Old Faithful M.

Dec 18, 2009

Two weeks off after today. Upper grade children's service this Sunday. Last week was the primary one.

Today was party day.... Am unwinding. Been snowing all day. Going home to plunk down for a long winter's nap...at least for the rest of today.

Haven't started shopping yet. Been too busy. Daughter already has been doing some so w...See More

Carolyn Blessings to you as well. Merry Christmas! I love this time of year and working in a Catholic school. I can say "Merry Christmas" without the fear of offending anyone. And we can sing Christmas carols, and have a Christmas party and celebrate CHRIST!

On 12/18/09, Old Faithful M. wrote: > Two weeks off after today. Upper grade children's...See More

Dec 18, 2009

Jean Bullock And to you also.

On 12/18/09, Old Faithful M. wrote: > Two weeks off after today. Upper grade children's service > this Sunday. Last week was the primary one. > > Today was party day.... Am unwinding. Been snowing all day. > Going home to plunk down for a long winter's nap...at least > for the rest of today. > > Ha...See More

Dec 21, 2009

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by Nell Kauls

Dec 30, 2009

Attention Teachers!

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The First 4,000 Words is an interactive web-based program used to teach the 4,000 most frequently used English words to English Language Learners and struggling readers in grades 1 through 4. This research-based and field-tested progr...See More

Catholic Schools Week

by Monica

Dec 31, 2009

What kind of activities does your school plan for Catholic School Week? We've been asked to supply some fresh ideas... so I'm asking my teachers net friends. Help!

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certifiedteach I don't think you are understanding the concept. "Dividends for life" shows these are the truly valuable things that will "pay off" for a good life: morals, discipline, knowledge, and I can't remember the last one, but you get the idea now, I am sure. I think it's a great way to show that it isn't money that makes a good life, or is the best invest...See More

Jan 10, 2010

joeyz I believe it is also Making an IMPACT to this world. How do we respond to our current social justice issues - and its should not be a financial response

On 1/10/10, certifiedteach wrote: > I don't think you are understanding the concept. "Dividends for life" > shows these are the truly valuable things that will "pay off" for a > g...See More

Jan 16, 2010

ABEKA and Centers?

by Lovee

Jan 2, 2010

Does anyone use language arts/phonics, and/or arithmetic centers in their classroom using this curriculum? If you do could you share your setup of your centers? Thanks.

Amy On 1/02/10, Lovee wrote: > Does anyone use language arts/phonics, and/or arithmetic > centers in their classroom using this curriculum? If you do > could you share your setup of your centers? Thanks.

It is possible to use centers with an Abeka program. For phonics, have the children locate words in your room that go along with the...See More

Jan 2, 2010

by Beth

Jan 4, 2010

I serve on the leadership team at my school and we are preparing for WASC. My principal assigned me the Data Analysis portion of WASC. It is a brand new format and I need help. The factor reads: The school uses educationally sound assessment processes to collect data. The school dis-aggregates and analyzes student performance data and uses the anal...See More

Dale D Do you use the ACRE assessment? It's from the NCEA and is a very strong component towards assessing your religion program. Taking it step farther, have you co-ordinated it with (and used it in evaluating) your present religion text series and support system? This is an arduous process, but extremely beneficial in analyzing why certain areas seem "w...See MoreDo you use the ACRE assessment? It's from the NCEA and is a very strong component towards assessing your religion program. Taking it step farther, have you co-ordinated it with (and used it in evaluating) your present religion text series and support system? This is an arduous process, but extremely beneficial in analyzing why certain areas seem "weak" in the assessment. (You may find that it may be in the semantics or vernacular of the students' understanding, as we did.)

As to assessments, from my experience as a WASC team member for the last 30 years or so, I believe that what is wanted is evidence of a variety of assessments being used to adapt to various learning styles. And I really mean evidence. The more variety (rubric-based, portfolio, projects, technology-based, etc., etc.) you can actually show being used with tracking for students / classes, the closer you will come to the desired direction towards which education is presently tending.

Your longitudinal studies may be generated through your standardized testing. If you are using the ITBS, this year a disc is available that will print out both class and individual tracking for this year and past years that you have used that particular test. I'm sorry, I cannot comment on other tests. Now, there is a privacy issue here when it comes to the actual WASC visitation, but when you write up your document, try to include the fact that your faculty has made use of these reports to achieve student improvement, text selection, differentiated learning, etc. Though ACRE doesn't provide a longitudinal study, if you have the past years' reports, you can create your own study from the reports that are returned to the school.

As far as either testing or assessment goes, I think the one thing you want to remember is that they are are all only instruments to use to answer the question, "How do we know the student has learned what we have taught?" Don't dwell too much on describing the instrument, but do show that learning is happening at your school.

And good luck in your evaluation. (Celebrate the day after!

Jan 5, 2010

MCH - Gr2 We went through WCEA/WASC last year and I was also responsible for the data analysis. I agree with everything Dale D said - except that if you use ITBS the results are now available on line and it is very easy to do longitudinal studies. The information is very specific and can really help to determine what the specific needs are of all the student...See More

Jan 5, 2010

Have AFSers read to your students for Read Across America

by Barbara Y. Wills

Jan 7, 2010

Dear Fellow Educators,

AFS-USA has thousands of high school foreign students in communities throughout the USA. Why not have them read to your classes for Read Across America on March 2? They can read a book from their country and also inform your students about going and hosting an AFSer in the future. To find those AFSers near you call ...See More

Encourage your students to go and host with AFS

by Barbara Wills

Jan 7, 2010

Re: Encourage your students to go and host with AFS in 2010

Barbara Y. Wills

On 12/26/09, byw wrote: > If you would like to work with students who are > international and also accompany groups from time to time, > you may want to become an AFS volunteer. AFS-USA partners > with 40 countries and have been hosting and ...See More

Panama Community Service Program needs organizers

by Barbara Wills

Jan 7, 2010

This year, AFS-USA is introducing the Panama (2 week) Community Service program for 13-15 year olds. If you or someone you know might be interested in recruiting and chaperoning 6-10 participants, your trip is free. Contact Stefen Bussey at [email removed].

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