Quarantine Activities
✏️Posted in Mid March
Dear Parents/Guardians & Students,
First of all, on behalf of Mr. Whelan, Ms. Hejnal, Mrs. Halkadakis Ms. Lewis and myself, I want all students to know that we care about each one of you very much, and we miss you all! We hope that you're relaxed and well during this extended break.
This unexpected time off came with very little warning, and not enough time to prepare for the homework that it was going to require. Also, approximately 40% of the 5th grade students were absent on Friday, March 13, which was our last day (Don't worry, we understand), and that means many of you did not bring home your books and supplies. That being said, we are going to be providing a wide variety of assignments and learning activities for you to choose from. All of these are geared to keep students on track so that there isn't significant gap in learning. Pick and choose activities from each subject area based on what you have access to.
If you struggle with anything, or have any questions, send me a text (440) 263-6974
✏️Posted in Late March/Early April
Dear Parents/Guardians & Students (Pt 2)
Since this page was set up, the quarantine time and school closure has been extended. Therefore, the district is probably going to give us additional instructions necessary for long term "distance learning" (basically home schooling). Until then, continue to work on these activities. More will be added in the meantime. As always, if you need me, let me know. 😁
✏️Posted in Posted April 14, 2020
Dear Parents/Guardians and Students,
I've started reaching out to everyone using a new texting app. This app translates into any language and allows me to contact you all at one time. This saves me A LOT of time, and your phones won't be blowing up with all the replies that you'd get with an ordinary group text. Although you can reply to the texting app, please don't feel discouraged from contacting me on my cell phone if you need to. As always, you can still reach out to me at 440-263-6974 if you need anything. If you haven't started receiving updates from my new texting app, please let me know so I can look into updating any incorrect information that I've entered into the app.
Covid-19 Closure Distance Learning
✏️Updated April 26
Work packets are going to be mailed each week. If you don't receive one, or need an extra packet (dog ate your work, maybe...) then you can still find them posted on our website or at the lunch locations. Find that inf posted here ⬇️
All work that is required of the students can be found on our website: https://www.clevelandmetroschools.org/almira once you are on the site, find Student Resources. Sudents can find their work by grade.
Packet 1: April 6-10
Packet 2: April 13-17
Packet 3: April 20-24
Music:
Mrs. Donofrio has video lessons on her YouTube Channel. Please suscribe to her channel!
Additional Math Activities:
- Math Coach Book: Each week pick 2-3 test prep questions
- Math Workbooks: Each week, pick 3 pages that have not been completed yet. (If you need instructional videos for assistance, or math manipulatives/tools, go to the "Math Links" tab for a variety of links)
- Online Math: Study Island, Moby Max, Prodigy
- HappyNumbers.com: class code- 616 665 password- 1234
Additional ELA Activities:
- ELA Coach Book: Each week pick 2-3 test prep questions.
- Write-In Reader: Choose a story to read, and responde using the THINK & WRITE at the bottom of each page
Additional Science/Social Studies Activities
- Science Coach Book: Each week pick 2-3 test prep questions.
- Reading Scavenger Hunt: Read There’s a Hair in My Dirt and find the following-- (A) 5 abiotic factors (B) 5 biotic factors (C) 1 carnivore (D) 1 herbivore (E) 1 omnivore (F) 1 example of mimicry (Need the definitions of these words? Look them up here: Dictionary )
Family Activities
- Tic-Tac-Toe just got an upgrade! <-- Click that link to find out how to play
- Family board games. Nearly any board game comes with the ability to add an educational twist to it. I've provided an example below. If you need assistance making up assignments for a board game, let me (Sprock) know.
I made this math lesson for my daughter, who is currently a 3rd grader. Since some of you have younger siblings in 3rd and 4th grade, I figured it was worth sharing. (All 5th graders can benefit from this activity as review too!)