Sept 10th-14th

Reading the Eulogy after burying I can't.

We just finished our reading testing (SRI & Dibels).  I talked to most of the students and let them know what they will be working on when we start reading groups.  Please continue reading 30 minutes every night!!

Character Focus:  Citizenship
Math:  Place Value-ordering and comparing numbers
Science:  Magnets -review for test
Word Work:  Nouns-Test on Friday!!
Writing:  Writing sentences and compound sentences
Social Studies:

Students remember to share the bonding card trick game with your families (instructions are on the Singapore Math Tab).
I will be sending in a book order on Tomorrow(Monday).  If you would like to order on-line my code is GYPGG.

We're off to a GREAT start!!

I enjoyed getting to know your child last week.  This week we will continue talking about being positive and kind to others.  We just finished reading Have you Filled a Bucket Today? We are also reading a book about bullying called The Hundred Dresses.   

Next week:
Character Focus-  Being kind and accepting others
Math-Number Sense (Bonding to 10, 100, & 1000, skip counting, and Place Value)
Science-Magnets & Electricity
Social Studies-     

Please continue to help your child be successful in 5th grade by:

-It is very important that your child reads 30 min. every night to improve comprehension and fluency and hopefully gain a love for reading.

-Check your child's assignments and review homework to see if it is correct.

-Sign homework logs every night.

-Help your child pass off math facts in 5 minutes. (add, subtract, multiply, divide)

-Look for progress report slips every Friday.

-Book orders are due on September 7th.

Supplies

I have had questions about what supplies to bring? The following items would be helpful but are certainly optional: 

Three ring binder- (1 1/2 inch-2 inch size) I will supply pocket folders to help organize the different subjects. 

1-2 boxes of tissues- Our class usually goes through a lot of tissues throughout the year. 

*highlighter 
*red pen 
*Pencils 
*markers 
*crayons 
*glue stick 
* I will have all of these available to use. These are items that you could buy if your child wants his/her own to use. 

Get Ready for School!!

I'm so excited to get back to school. I have had a great summer in Idaho biking, hiking, reading, and relaxing; however, I am lost without my daily interaction with my students!! I hope you are all eager to learn and become great 5th graders!!

My daily bike ride to Silver Lake!  The scenery is
amazing.  I'm still hoping to see a bear!

The class lists are on the front window of the school. The first day of school is August 22nd and back to school night will be on the 21st at 6:30?  I'm not sure about the time yet.

I can't wait to meet and say hi to all of you at back to school night!!

What a GREAT year we had in 2012-2012!! I'm looking forward to this next year!

Congratulations Bridger Elementary!

Thank you Mr. Long!  We will miss you at Bridger!

We are in Seattle being recognized and receiving an award as the National Title 1 Distinguished School for Closing the Gap in the State of Utah.

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER!!

I wish all my 5th grade students a great summer and a great year in 6th grade!! I will miss you!!

New 5th Grade Students-I am excited to get to know you!!

Please remember to read this summer to avoid the Summer  Slide.

What is the summer slide?  Summer slide refers to the loss of reading skills that results when students  slip out of the practice reading over the summer.

Way to Prevent Summer Slide.

1.  It is suggested that students who read at least six books will not regress over the summer.

2.  Set a time aside each day to read.  Hopefully you will get engaged in the book and enjoy this time.

3.  Visit the library or book store.

I love reading and I am looking forward to you sharing what you have read during the summer?

What is your favorite book you have read?

What book(s) would you recommend to your classmates?

What are your favorite Genres?

If you want to e-mail me, please contact me at:

jan.farmer@loganschools.org Or....

jlovetoteach@gmail.com

or post on my BLOG

THANKS FOR A GREAT YEAR!!!

Thanks Mr. Farmer for the End of Year BBQ!!

I hope everyone got their DVD with pictures of the year!

Have a Great Summer!!

I'll miss all of you!!

Mrs Farmer

Only 4 Days of School Left!!

Way to go Bridger!!

Danika (second place)

Mile Run-Way to go Bridger!

Alex, Syd, Jocilyn, Mikayel (first), Emely

Way to go Anthony second place!! 

President Reports






     




Our president reports were a huge success!!  Thanks students for your hard work in getting them finished, and thank you parents for supporting your child.

(May 21-25)
       Weds-Science Testing
       Thursday-Mile run at Adams Elementary-5th grade Check-in 10:30 run at 11:00.
        Friday-Science Testing--1/2 day of school-Dismiss at 12:00

May 29th-Swimming party for those students who have met their reading goal of 2400 pages.
                    We are planning on leaving the school at 9:30 and going to Crystal Springs in Honeyville.
                     Bring-Swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, water, treats(optional) , jacket (if needed).
May 30th-5th grade Awards Assembly 10:30-11:30 a.m. Red Learning Center (Parents     ..........................Welcome)
May 31st-Last Day of School 1/2 Day-Dismiss at 12:00

                  

May 7-11

I would just like to let you know about some upcoming and important events as we finish up the school year.  We have been working really hard to prepare for end of year testing and to finish the year strong.  Please try to have your child to school on time Wednesday and Thursday for testing.  Also, encourage them to get plenty of sleep and to eat a good breakfast the night before.
May 9th (Wednesday) Language Arts Testing
Math 10th (Thursday)  Language Arts Testing
May 11th (Friday) President Reports


Parents,
You are invited to come see all the hard work and research your child has done on his/her president report.

Date:  Friday, May 11th

Caitlyn sharing what she learned and receiving her free yo yo!

Time:  1:30-2:30
Place:  Gym

Other Important Dates:

May 17th & 18th- Math Testing
May 23rd & 25th- Science Testing
May 24th-Fun Run (I do not have any details yet)
May 25th -1/2 Day of school
May 28th-No School Memorial Day
May 29th-Reading Celebration
May 30th-5th Grade Awards Assembly (10:30-11:30)
May 31st-Last Day-Dismiss at 12:00