Thank you for all for making today's class picnic such a success! The students had a wonderful time and we appreciated you being there with us.
Here is a link to this week's Dilworth Dispatch.
http://bit.ly/Dragon_Dispatch
Have a wonderful weekend,
Mrs. Horner
Friday, June 8, 2012
June Newsletter
Dear Room 16 Parents/ Guardians,
Where did the year go? It’s hard to believe summer break is just around the corner. Here are a few end of year reminders.
Field Trips: We still have two field trips left! Monday, June 4, we will visit the Intel Museum. Friday, June 8th, we will have our class picnic at Murdock Park.
Books: Please return all books that have been brought home from our class library. They will have a sticker in them that says, “This belongs to Mrs. Horner.”
E-books: If you checked out a Math E-book at the beginning of the year, please return it to school.
Last Day of School: The last day of school is Tuesday, June 12, 2012. Students will be dismissed at 11:50 a.m. Lunch will be served early (at recess) for those who are having hot lunch.
Thank you for a great school year. We have learned a lot and had fun while doing it. It has been a pleasure getting to know, and working with each of the students.
If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me at school or via e-mail, at horner_sabrina@cusdk8.org.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Horner
Where did the year go? It’s hard to believe summer break is just around the corner. Here are a few end of year reminders.
Field Trips: We still have two field trips left! Monday, June 4, we will visit the Intel Museum. Friday, June 8th, we will have our class picnic at Murdock Park.
Books: Please return all books that have been brought home from our class library. They will have a sticker in them that says, “This belongs to Mrs. Horner.”
E-books: If you checked out a Math E-book at the beginning of the year, please return it to school.
Last Day of School: The last day of school is Tuesday, June 12, 2012. Students will be dismissed at 11:50 a.m. Lunch will be served early (at recess) for those who are having hot lunch.
Thank you for a great school year. We have learned a lot and had fun while doing it. It has been a pleasure getting to know, and working with each of the students.
If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me at school or via e-mail, at horner_sabrina@cusdk8.org.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Horner
Friday, May 18, 2012
Dilworth Disptach Link
Here is a link to this week's Diworth Disptach.
http://bit.ly/Dragon_Dispatch
Have a nice weekend!
http://bit.ly/Dragon_Dispatch
Have a nice weekend!
Thank you
Thank you for making this week so special for me. The students and I loved the party on Monday.
Have a wonderful weekend,
Mrs. Horner
Have a wonderful weekend,
Mrs. Horner
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
May 2012 Newsletter
May 9, 2012
Dear Room 16 Parents/ Guardians,
It is hard to believe we are getting so close to the end of the school year. We have been working very hard in Room 16.
Language Arts: We are continuing to read, Island of the Blue Dolphins. We are working in our groups and discussing the book.
Writer’s Workshop: We have been busy writing many different poems for our poetry booklet. We have been typing up our poetry in the Computer Lab. The poetry booklet is due on May 23, 2012. We are also working on writing an informative report on an animal. The students have selected an animal and have been researching the animal at school. They are using books, encyclopedias, and the Internet to find research. The report is also due on May 23, 2012.
Math: We have been studying Geometry. We took a test today on polygons, angles, symmetry, and congruent figures. Next, we will continue to work on perimeter and area. The have also been creating a geometry dictionary which is due on May 16th.
Social Studies: The class has learned about how California became a state, immigration to California, and California’s government. We will be having a Social Studies test on Thursday, May 10th. After that, we will learn about California’s role in the 20th Century.
Science: We are continuing our unit on Magnetism & Electricity as we explore circuits. The students have been making open and closed circuits in class. Their Science test and notebooks will be due on May 31st.
Open House: Open House is May 24th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. We hope you can stop by and visit our room during this time.
Some Up Coming Events:
• May 10th International Tasting Night –– 6:00 p.m.
• May 10th – HSC Meeting – 7:00 p.m.
• May 14th – Spring Photos
• May 15th – Chorus Concert – 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
• May 17th – Band Concert – 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
• May 24th – Open House – 6:00 -7:00 p.m.
• May 25th – Staff Learning Day - No School
• May 30th – Memorial Day - No School
• June 4th – Intel Field Trip
• June 8th – Fourth Grade Picnic
If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me at school or via e-mail, at horner_sabrina@cusdk8.org.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Horner
Dear Room 16 Parents/ Guardians,
It is hard to believe we are getting so close to the end of the school year. We have been working very hard in Room 16.
Language Arts: We are continuing to read, Island of the Blue Dolphins. We are working in our groups and discussing the book.
Writer’s Workshop: We have been busy writing many different poems for our poetry booklet. We have been typing up our poetry in the Computer Lab. The poetry booklet is due on May 23, 2012. We are also working on writing an informative report on an animal. The students have selected an animal and have been researching the animal at school. They are using books, encyclopedias, and the Internet to find research. The report is also due on May 23, 2012.
Math: We have been studying Geometry. We took a test today on polygons, angles, symmetry, and congruent figures. Next, we will continue to work on perimeter and area. The have also been creating a geometry dictionary which is due on May 16th.
Social Studies: The class has learned about how California became a state, immigration to California, and California’s government. We will be having a Social Studies test on Thursday, May 10th. After that, we will learn about California’s role in the 20th Century.
Science: We are continuing our unit on Magnetism & Electricity as we explore circuits. The students have been making open and closed circuits in class. Their Science test and notebooks will be due on May 31st.
Open House: Open House is May 24th from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. We hope you can stop by and visit our room during this time.
Some Up Coming Events:
• May 10th International Tasting Night –– 6:00 p.m.
• May 10th – HSC Meeting – 7:00 p.m.
• May 14th – Spring Photos
• May 15th – Chorus Concert – 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
• May 17th – Band Concert – 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
• May 24th – Open House – 6:00 -7:00 p.m.
• May 25th – Staff Learning Day - No School
• May 30th – Memorial Day - No School
• June 4th – Intel Field Trip
• June 8th – Fourth Grade Picnic
If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me at school or via e-mail, at horner_sabrina@cusdk8.org.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Horner
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Gold Rush Day 2012
Thank you for all of your help today! We had a lot of fun with our rotations and special Gold Rush Lunch!
Many thanks,
Mrs. Horner
Many thanks,
Mrs. Horner
April 2012 Newsletter
April 3, 2012
Dear Room 16 Parents/ Guardians,
April has arrived. We have been working hard on many subjects in Room 16.
Language Arts: We have started our unit on Island of the Blue Dolphins. Our literature circles are coming to an end, and the students will be making a group project to share with the class on their book. Many thanks to the parents who have been able to join us during our “book clubs.” The students and I have enjoyed your company.
Writer’s Workshop: We have been writing poems. We are working on a poetry booklet. The students are using their creativity and figurative language in their poetry.
Math: We have just finished a unit on fractions, and are learning about decimals. We have been spending some time working on probability and graphing. I would like to thanks the volunteers that came in to help us on our probability stations day. The students had a lot of fun and learned a lot during our rotations.
Social Studies: We are finishing up our Gold Rush Simulation, and looking forward to our Upcoming Gold Rush Day! Thank you in advance to our volunteers and for the donations for the Gold Rush Lunch. After that, we will discuss why people came to California.
Science: We have started our unit on Magnetism and Electricity. The students have been investigating magnets and the force. Next, we will begin building circuits.
P.E.: On Wednesdays and Thursdays, the students have been finishing up their fitness assessments. For more information on P.E., feel free to check the P.E. newsletter on the Dilworth website staff page.
Life Long Learning Skills: We having been working on our problem solving and conflict resolution skills. We recently had a presentation and group discussion on bullying. Please remind your student if they feel they are being bullied to come to an adult so that we can help them with it.
Some Up Coming Events:
• April 10, 2012 – Gold Rush Day
• April 16, -April 20, 2012 Spring Break
• April 26, 2012 – Volunteer Tea
• April 26, 2012 – Art Show
• April 30, 2012 – May 11, 2012 - Star Testing
The first round of Books and Beyond Program has finished, however round two will begin shortly. Please continue to encourage your student to keep track of all of the pages they are reading to participate in the program.
If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me at school or via e-mail, at horner_sabrina@cusdk8.org.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Horner
Dear Room 16 Parents/ Guardians,
April has arrived. We have been working hard on many subjects in Room 16.
Language Arts: We have started our unit on Island of the Blue Dolphins. Our literature circles are coming to an end, and the students will be making a group project to share with the class on their book. Many thanks to the parents who have been able to join us during our “book clubs.” The students and I have enjoyed your company.
Writer’s Workshop: We have been writing poems. We are working on a poetry booklet. The students are using their creativity and figurative language in their poetry.
Math: We have just finished a unit on fractions, and are learning about decimals. We have been spending some time working on probability and graphing. I would like to thanks the volunteers that came in to help us on our probability stations day. The students had a lot of fun and learned a lot during our rotations.
Social Studies: We are finishing up our Gold Rush Simulation, and looking forward to our Upcoming Gold Rush Day! Thank you in advance to our volunteers and for the donations for the Gold Rush Lunch. After that, we will discuss why people came to California.
Science: We have started our unit on Magnetism and Electricity. The students have been investigating magnets and the force. Next, we will begin building circuits.
P.E.: On Wednesdays and Thursdays, the students have been finishing up their fitness assessments. For more information on P.E., feel free to check the P.E. newsletter on the Dilworth website staff page.
Life Long Learning Skills: We having been working on our problem solving and conflict resolution skills. We recently had a presentation and group discussion on bullying. Please remind your student if they feel they are being bullied to come to an adult so that we can help them with it.
Some Up Coming Events:
• April 10, 2012 – Gold Rush Day
• April 16, -April 20, 2012 Spring Break
• April 26, 2012 – Volunteer Tea
• April 26, 2012 – Art Show
• April 30, 2012 – May 11, 2012 - Star Testing
The first round of Books and Beyond Program has finished, however round two will begin shortly. Please continue to encourage your student to keep track of all of the pages they are reading to participate in the program.
If you have any questions or comments, please do not hesitate to contact me at school or via e-mail, at horner_sabrina@cusdk8.org.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Horner
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