"In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb"

by Lorie Hill

March roars in like a lion
So fierce,
The wind so cold,
It seems to pierce.

The month rolls on
And Spring draws near,
And March goes out
Like a lamb so dear.

We started Smarter Balanced Testing today.  Students did an excellent job.  We will continue with the ELA portion this week and then move on to Math next Monday.  Thank you to all the parents for contributing hard candy and gum.  

We will have limited homework this week.  Math will be done in class.  Students will have a Spelling Cafe choice each night for homework.  Our rule this week involves sounds of -ie and -ei.  I taught the kids this rhyme to help them remember the pattern...  I before e except after c, unless it sounds like long a, as in neighbor or weigh.  

Our Ellis Island simulation will take place this Wednesday morning.  Thank you to parents for their willingness to help with costumes, food court donations, and volunteering.  I truly appreciate all of your help with this special project.  

Have a fantastic week!  :)