Week 19: December 15-19

I am writing this post on Friday, after benchmarks, and I am thrilled with how the students are progressing. Most students made significant gains which reflects their increased focus on reading, and I am SO proud of them! I'll be sending home certificates on Monday that will show their reading scores last trimester and this trimester so you can see how they are progressing. Way to go students!!

This week we will be finishing an argumentation essay on Superheros. Students have selected a pair of superheros (Batman/Ironman) or (Captain America/Thor) and will be making an argument, using Marvel text, as to why their particular superhero is superior. This is a fun way to practice the important skill of argumentative writing and excellent preparation for the SAGE. It's going to be a busy and fun week. Remind your student to have their green Essay Organizer completed for Monday.

A big thank you to students for writing in Christmas cards that were delivered to the Ivins Veterans home and Meals on Wheels. I feel that seniors are sometimes lost in the holiday shuffle. As I delivered the cards to them, I was met with such gratitude and wonder that a group of Lava Ridge students would remember them. All the credit goes to the students, so thank you!

Thank you for the ongoing support, I enjoy each day with these great students! Please email me at rachel.robins@washk12.org or call the school at 435-652-4742 with any questions. Thanks again and Merry Christmas!

No Nation-in-the-News this week...

Week 19 Schedule

Monday, December 15th

Free Reading *Book #5 due this week

Come Prepared with Your Green Essay Organizer Completed

Reading Certificates Sent Home

Mini-Lesson: In-Text Citation

Work on Superhero Essay

Tuesday, December 16th

Free Reading

Mini-Lesson: Elaboration (explaining) 

Work on Superhero Essay

Wednesday, December 17th

Library Day

Superhero Essay DUE

Thursday, December 18th

Free Reading

Christmas Reader's Theater

Friday, December 19th

Class Coco Party & End-of-Month Drawing

Christmas Break Reading Challenge

Assembly Bell Schedule (Fine Arts Showcase)

Merry Christmas wishes to each of you. May you have peace and happiness this upcoming year. Students: Thank you for making my life happier by being in my class!  School will resume January 5th. Read over the break and enjoy the time off!