We will be taking the 4th Grade KPREP test every day next week.  Please read the testing tips below to make sure your child is prepared to do his or her best!  Happy Testing!!!

 It is very important for your child to be at school every day. If you can, reschedule any appointments for after school.

 Please make every effort to make sure they are here by 7:40. Allow extra time to get to school each day.

 Make sure they eat a healthy breakfast. A good breakfast fuels their brains and gives them the energy they need to focus and work hard during the test.

 Encourage your child to do their absolute best each and every day. Talk to your child about taking their time, re-reading directions and questions, and checking over their work. Make sure they know you believe in them!

Next week in Math...

Next week we will be covering our Geometry unit.  We will begin working on identifying and measuring angles and we will also be reviewing two-dimensional shapes and symmetry.

Special Notes

ATTENTION 4TH GRADE FAMILIES!!!
WE WILL BE TESTING THE WEEK OF MAY 7TH – 11TH!!!

PLEASE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO MAKE SURE YOUR CHILD IS AT SCHOOL EACH DAY!

THANKS!

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Announcing…

2012 Glasgow Lady Scotties

Basketball Camp

Who: Any 2nd – 6th Grade Girl

What: Receiving quality instruction on the fundamentals of basketball

When: May 1-3 from 3:30-5:30

Where: Glasgow Middle School

(A representative from the girl’s basketball team will be at Highland in the afternoon to walk the girls to the middle school. Pick-up will be at the middle school at 5:30)

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***A form was sent home with every 4th grade girl. If you need an additional form, please let us know. The cost of the camp is $25 which includes a commemorative t-shirt. ***

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Watch us LIVE!

As you may have heard from your children, our mornings have changed at Highland. We watch our morning announcements live each day starting at 7:40. Now you can watch them too! Log on to:

http://www.livestream.com/highlandelementary

And enjoy the show! You can also view recent morning announcements as well.



Next week in Math

Class 1 and 2 will continue working on the metric system. After that we will begin working on area and perimeter and line plots.

Class 3 will begin working on customary units of measurement. We will start with units of length, then move on to units of capacity and weight.

Special Notes
Midterm progress reports came home yesterday. Please sign and return those as soon as possible.
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Announcing…
2012 Glasgow Lady Scotties
Basketball Camp
Who: Any 2nd – 6th Grade Girl
What: Receiving quality instruction on the fundamentals of basketball
When: May 1-3 from 3:30-5:30
Where: Glasgow Middle School
(A representative from the girl’s basketball team will be at Highland in the afternoon to walk the girls to the middle school. Pick-up will be at the middle school at 5:30)
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***A form was sent home with every 4th grade girl. If you need an additional form, please let us know. The cost of the camp is $25 which includes a commemorative t-shirt. ***
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Watch us LIVE!
As you may have heard from your children, our mornings have changed at Highland. We watch our morning announcements live each day starting at 7:40. Now you can watch them too! Log on to:
http://www.livestream.com/highlandelementary
And enjoy the show! You can also view recent morning announcements as well.

Next week is SPRING BREAK! We hope you have a wonderful, relaxing break. If you are traveling, please be safe! When we return we will be working on the following...

Class 1 and 2 will continue working on measurement. We will review customary units of length, capacity, and weight when we return from break and have a test on Wednesday. We have created a foldable that would be a great study tool. After our test we will begin learning about the metric system.
Class 3 will continue to work on fractions. After we master adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators we will begin working on multiplying fractions and whole numbers.


Dissect with Dad is coming soon…
What: Dissect With Dad
4th Grade & their Guest – Frogs
5th Grade & their Guest – Rats
When: Monday, April 16, 2012
Where: Highland Elementary Café
Time: 4th Grade – 8:00-8:45
5th Grade – 9:00-9:45

*If your child will not have a guest attending, please let us know ASAP. We want each student to have a guest (dad, brother, uncle, grandfather or friend). Permission forms will be sent home next week.

Mark Your Calendar!
April 2-6 Spring Break
April 16 Dissect With Dad – 4th & 5th

May 1 PTO Night @ Zaxby’s
May 2 Remix Program-Testing Kick-off
May 7-11 Testing
May 21 Talent Show
May 22 Election Day – No School
May 23 Field Day
May 24 5th Grade Graduation – 12:15
August 2 Back-To-School Bash

Next week in Math...

Classes 1 and 2 will begin working on measurement. We will have a test over customary units of length, capacity, and weight on Friday. We have created a foldable that would be a great study tool.

Class 3 will continue to work on fractions. After we master mixed numbers and improper fractions, we will move on to adding and subtracting fractions with like denominators.

Special Reminders...

SWIMMING
We will be going swimming next week at the YMCA. Your child should have brought home a note about this yesterday. We only need the note back if you DO NOT want your child to participate. Please remember that each day they will need:
· Bathing suit or swim trunks
· Towel
· A bag to keep items in before or after changing

FITNESS TEST
Grades k-5 will be involved with the Presidential Physical Fitness Test next week during their PE, Computer Lab, and Library specials. Please remember to dress appropriately on these days.

Dissect with Dad is coming soon…

What: Dissect With Dad
4th Grade & their Guest – Frogs
5th Grade & their Guest – Rats

When: Monday, April 16, 2012

Where: Highland Elementary Café

Time: 4th Grade – 8:00-8:45
5th Grade – 9:00-9:45

*If your child will not have a guest attending, please let us know ASAP. We want each student to have a guest (dad, brother, uncle, grandfather or friend). Permission forms will be sent home next week.

Next week in math...
Class 1 will begin working on measurement. We will start with customary units of weight and metric units of mass.

Class 2 will continue to work on decimals. W e will review on Monday and take a test on Tuesday. After that, this class will begin measurement as well.

Class 3 will continue to work on fractions. After we master comparing fractions, we will begin working on mixed numbers and improper fractions.

***If your child has not memorized their multiplication facts, please be working on this skill at home. (FOR ALL CLASSES…This week’s math marathon skill is over multi-step problems.)

Reminders...

Grade cards will come home on Friday, March 16th. Please sign and return the envelop; the copy of the report card is yours to keep.

Spring pictures will be taken on Tuesday, March 20th. This will include individual pictures as well as the class picture.

Having trouble remembering how to do a certain skill in math? Check out our new site listed in "Sites to know." It's called the Khan academy - it has thousands of videos modeling just about any skill you can think of!

Class 1 will have a test over decimals on Tuesday. After that, we will begin our measurement and data unit.

Class 2 will continue to work on decimals. W e will be learning how to compare them on Monday and Tuesday and complete centers over them the rest of the week.

Class 3 will continue to work on fractions. We will be comparing them and working on mixed numbers and improper fractions.

If your child has not memorized their multiplication facts, please be working on this skill at home. (FOR ALL CLASSES…This week’s math marathon skill is over multi-step problems.)

Next week in Math

Class 1 will continue to work on comparing decimals on Monday. We will complete centers over decimals on Tuesday and Wednesday and have a test on Thursday.

Class 2 will begin working with decimals next week. We will be relating fractions and decimals and comparing decimals.

Class 3 will continue to work on fractions. We will work on finding equivalent fractions and comparing fractions.

FOR ALL CLASSES…This week’s math marathon skill is over multi-step problems. Also, please take a look at the new website, Dreambox for extra math practice! You can access it from "Sites to Know" to the left.

We have a lot going on at HES this week. Please read on for more information!

*It's Read Across America week and we have a special schedule to join in on the fun...
Monday, February 27-Dr. Seuss’s Sleep Book: Wear pajamas
Tuesday, February 28-The Cat in the Hat: Wear a hat
Wed., February 29-My Many Colored Days: Wear lots of colors
Thursday, March 1-Fox in Socks: Wear mismatched socks
Friday, March 2 – HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DR. SEUSS!!!

*In addition, the students at Highland will be hosting an event to inform our families and community of ways to stay healthy and safe! Please join us on Thursday, March 1st from 5:00-6:30 pm for a fun night of learning and a healthy meal provided by the Family Resource Center.

Class 1 We are moving on to decimals! We will be relating fractions to decimals on Monday. On Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday we will be comparing decimals.
Class 2 will continue to work on fractions. We will be multiplying whole numbers and fractions on Monday and Tuesday. If we have enough time, we will review on Wednesday and have a test on Thursday.
Class 3 (Mrs. Bryant’s group) this group will continue to work on multiplication and division skills. (Mrs. Bowles’ group) will be moving onto fractions. FOR ALL CLASSES…This week’s math marathon skill is over multi-step problems.

Check out our new site to know...Dreambox. This is a super cool site to help us with our math skills. Parents, if you would like, I can set this up to send you emails letting you know about the progress of your child while using this site. Just let me know if you're interested!

Next Week in Math!!!

Class 1 We are moving on to decimals! We will be relating fractions to decimals on Tuesday. On Wednesday and Thursday we will be comparing decimals.

Class 2 will continue to work on fractions. We will be multiplying whole numbers and fractions on Tuesday and Wednesday. If we have enough time, we will review on Wednesday and have a test on Thursday.

Class 3 (Mrs. Bryant’s group) this group will continue to work on multiplication and division skills. (Mrs. Bowles’ group) will be moving onto fractions.
FOR ALL CLASSES…This week’s math marathon skill is over rounding. Next week we will focus on prime and composite numbers and factors and multiples.

Don't forget...There will be no school on Monday, February 20th!

Special Notes...

***Jump Rope for Heart is coming soon – February 14th. Permission forms came home this week. Please send those back ASAP. Any money raised is not due until February 14th. Highland always has great participation for this event – thanks in advance for your help in making it a success!

***Yearbook Sales are going on until February 29th. This year, the cost is $20 - the book is hard back with 120 pages. If you would like to purchase one, please send the order form and money to your homeroom teacher. The books will be delivered around the 2nd week of May

This week in Math...

Class 1 will begin adding and subtracting fractions (with mixed numbers and like denominators) next week. We will have a short quiz over equivalent fractions, comparing & ordering fractions, and mixed numbers / improper fractions on Wednesday.

Class 2 will continue to work on equivalent fractions and comparing and ordering fractions with like and unlike denominators in centers on Monday and Tuesday. After that, we will begin working on mixed numbers and improper fractions.

Class 3 Will begin working with fractions on Monday. We will start with parts of a whole and parts of a set. After that, we will begin working with equivalent fractions. All classes will continue to participate in Math Marathons on Fridays.

Please help your child by reviewing addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division skills at home. The more we practice, the better we are! J

Next week in Math

Class 1 will continue working on fractions. On Monday we will begin working with improper fractions and mixed numbers. If time allows, we will begin adding and subtracting fractions.

Class 2 We will continue working on finding equivalent fractions using models and by multiplying and dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number. We will also be working on comparing and ordering fractions with like and unlike denominators.

Class 3 Will have a test on Wednesday. We will spend Monday and Tuesday reviewing skills that will be on the test. Please be on the lookout for a review sheet. This is a very big test!

All classes will continue to participate in Math Marathons on Fridays. Please help your child by reviewing addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division skills at home. The more we practice, the better we are! J

Mark your Calendars!

Feb. 9 Basic Computer Class for Parents
Feb. 13-17 Healthy Highland Week
Feb. 14 Jump Rope for Heart
Feb. 14 Valentine’s Day Parties
Feb. 20 No School
Feb. 22-24 Beta
Feb. 25 Academic Team Dist. Gov. Cup
Feb. 28 PTO Dunk Show
March 17 Academic Team Reg. Gov. Cup
March 22 STLP State Comp.
April 2-6 Spring Break

Special Notes...

*Jump Rope for Heart is coming soon – February 14th. Permission forms came home this week. Please send those back ASAP. Any money raised is not due until February 14th. Highland always has great participation for this event – thanks in advance for your help in making it a success!

*Be sure to come and support our 4th grade students that are performing in Mulan. You don’t want to miss it! Show times are Friday, January 20th at 7:00 and Sunday, January 22nd at 2:00. Tickets are $5.

Special Notes
*There will be no school on Monday, January 16th!

*If you would like to purchase tickets for Mulan Jr, you may purchase them from the office for $5. Show times are Friday, January 20th at 7:00 and Sunday, January 22nd at 2:00. You don't want to miss it - it's going to be a great show! Break a leg!

Mark Your Calendar!
Jan. 13 Grade Cards Go Home
Jan. 14 Lego State Comp. @ WKU
Jan. 16 No School
Jan. 20 & 22 Mulan, Jr.
Feb. 13-17 Healthy Highland Week
Feb. 20 No School
Feb. 28 PTO Dunk Show
March 22 STLP State Comp.
April 2-6 Spring Break

Next week in Math!!!

Class 1 will continue working on fractions. On Tuesday we will begin working with improper fractions and mixed numbers. If time allows, we will begin adding and subtracting fractions. Class 2 will begin their fractions unit. We will begin by working on finding equivalent fractions using models and by multiplying and dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number.
Class 3 will finish up their unit on operations and algebraic thinking. We will have a test on Thursday – please be on the lookout for a review sheet. This is a very big test! All classes will continue to participate in Math Marathons on Fridays. Please help your child by reviewing addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division skills at home. The more we practice, the better we are! J