Yesterday, I e-mailed parents a Spring Break work packet that includes a reading and math facts log, along with some reading comprehension work that can be completed over break. Anyone who completes the packet will receive a special prize!
I'm also sending out some information about our upcoming Smarter Balanced assessment. Our first assessment is on April 16th. I've included the dates of our 4 tests, as well as some ways you can practice at home. Be sure to check your calendars and make sure you do not schedule any doctor's appointments or other activities on the days we are testing. The tests are full-day events (with breaks) and at the very end of each testing day, there will be an AWESOME activity that you will not want to miss!
This morning, I sent out some info about a fun reading challenge called "Hashtag Extravaganza" that you can do while we're off from school. The coolest part about this event is that you can do it no matter where you are! Just have your parents post a picture on Twitter of you reading a book. Make sure they include the hashtag #OCSreaders and tag @OCS Delaware. That's it! EVERYONE who participates will earn a free dress down on April 13th! Link and I will be participating, too, so head over to Twitter throughout the week to check out some photos of us reading together. Also, whoever takes an AR test the week we return from break will receive 5 OWLS tickets!
NOTE: All of the documents mentioned above are available for download via the "Homework + Resources" tab above.
Now, put down your phone/iPad or turn off the computer and find something to do that does not include staring at a screen! ;)
Happy Spring Break!! :) I miss you already!
Love,
Mrs. Wagner