Fifth Grade Quick Notes - February 23, 2009
� Topics for the Week:
    
Reading � �From Miss Ida�s Porch,� heritage project planning
    
Writing/Grammar � diagramming simple sentences
    
Vocabulary/Spelling � Wordly Wise test 13
    
Math � converting fractions to decimals and percents
    
Science � plate tectonics, volcanoes
    
Social Studies � Native Americans of the Plains and Eastern
                                  Woodlands, cause and effect

� Important Dates:
     2/25 (W) � Wordly Wise test 13
     2/27 (F) � 2:00 PM � School Assembly (Rhythm & Blue)
     3/2 (M) � SS quiz (Ch. 4, tentative date)
                    3:15 PM � Help Session
     3/4 (W) � Spelling test 12
     3/6 (F) � Dr. Seuss Celebration (w/ special guest reader, Mr. Selig)
                   Math test (Unit 5, tentative date)

� National Anthem at the DBAP � Good news!  The folks at the Durham Bulls Athletic Park have invited us to sing the national anthem without an audition!  I am currently making arrangements with their office to set a date.  I�ll let you know as soon as it�s finalized.

� February Assembly � Our February assembly will take place this Friday at 2:00 PM.  We�ll honor our Talented Tornadoes, Celia and Dorian, and enjoy a performance by Rhythm & Blue, Duke�s premier coed a cappella group.  Please feel free to join us!
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