Mrs. Roussell's class will work on context clues, poetry, and log entries in reading. In writing, students will decorate ornaments and describe gifts. This week's spelling words and math lessons will cover division. Social studies will conclude the government unit with a test on Thursday. The class Christmas party is on December 23 and school dismisses at 11:50 that day for the Christmas break from December 24 to January 4.

1. Mrs. Roussell’s Classroom Newsletter
Dec. 14th – Dec. 18th
This Week’s Assignments
Reading – We will be working on context clues, thoughtful log entries, and
poetry.
Writing – Students will be decorating an ornament and will work on describing
their ornament so others can find it on the tree. Students will also work on a
piece where they describe a gift that they would give the world.
Spelling – Students will be given Unit 16 Spelling words for this week. They will
be tested over their words on Friday.
Math – This week we will move on to division. We will discuss what division
means and work on how to divide by a one digit number.
Social Studies – We will wrap up our Government Unit. We will complete our
study guide Monday and students will have their test on Thursday.
Reminders to Parents
1. Remember to check the blog for new pictures and updates.
2. Check your child’s assignment book nightly and ask them about their day at
school.
Important Dates
Christmas Party
Wednesday Dec. 23 from 9 – 10
½ Day
Wednesday Dec. 23 Dismiss at 11:50
Christmas Break
Dec. 24th – Jan. 4th
Something to Talk About!
Special thanks are due the following students:
Carson Davis: For being such a great help at the end of the day without having
to be asked!
Emily Norris: For coming in everyday and knowing what to do without having to
ask.