Have a safe and wonderful night!

Fractions and Decimals

Hello Parents,
I have found a few online resources for fractions and decimals that can be found on the link list to the right of this blog page. Enjoy!

Science Assessment Questions LP4

Vocabulary
corona
eclipse
telescope
rotate 
satellite
comet
revolve
solar system
orbit
sunspot
planet
axis
asteroid

2. Know the planets in order from the sun
3. What are similarities and differences between the Earth and the Moon?
4. Lunar eclipse vs. Solar eclipse
5. Be able to describe the composition of the sun.
6. The importance of telescopes and how they help in learning about space.
7. What are asteroids? Understand their gases.

States and Capitals LP4

Eastern States
Pennyslvania
New York
Virginia
West Virginia
Massachusetts
Maine
Vermont
New Hampshire
Rhode Island
Connecticut 
New Jersey
Delaware
Maryland
United States of America - *Washington D.C.*

Math Key Pg. 73 #11-20

11.   0.52
12.  0.405
13.  5.125
14.  6.06
15.  3.475
16.  18.28
17.  7.75
18.  3.625
19.  0.82
20.  0.3

Parking/Drop Off Procedures

Good afternoon Parents,

As a reminder, our school day begins at 8:00. This is when our gates are locked. You are welcome to drop off your children starting at 7:45. If you bring students to school after 8:00 a.m., they must be signed in at the office and be given a pass to class.  We are continually trying to reduce the traffic congestion and help move you in and out of the parking lot in the quickest way possible.  With this in mind, please be sure your students are ready to quickly move out of the car when you reach the curb (back packs zipped and in laps, jacket on, etc.).  When exiting our parking lot, please only make a right hand turn.  Also, we encourage you to drop off your children using the sidewalks and crosswalk in the parking lot, as opposed to parking across the street and walking students to the campus. The congestion and pedestrian traffic crossing over Garbani Road is becoming intense. Finally, the bus and maintenance parking lot adjacent to Menifee Valley Middle School cannot be used by SRA parents or staff. Please do not park there. These procedures will help us facilitate a safe and speedy drop off.

Thank you,

Santa Rosa Academy Staff

Math Practice Test

CHAPTER 4 MATH PRACTICE TEST, FORM 1

1. B
2. J
3. B
4. F
5. B
6. H
7. B
8. G
9. D
10. G
11. C
12. F

  

Listening and Speaking Standards

A Wrinkle in Time Novel Presentations

Report Card Tie-In
- Delivers effective oral presentations

What I look for:
1. Delivery of information
2. Eye contact
3. Voice level
4. Pacing

*Oral presentation will not receive letter grade*

SRA West's First Movie Night

SRA WEST MOVIE NIGHT

When: Friday November 2nd 5:00-7:30pm

Where: SRA West Campus

What: $5 for pizza, water and a movie for SRA students.  Candy and popcorn will be on sale.  Come support SRA's Student Council and enjoy a great movie with your fellow classmates.  Tickets are available for pre-sale only starting Monday October 29th. 

This week...

Tuesday, October 23, 2012
 - Narrative Writing Benchmark Test
 - Wrinkle in Time Novel Turn-In

Thursday, October 25, 2012
 - Chapter 4 Math Test

Friday, October 26, 2012
 - CONFERENCES - Please refer to the 'conference' tab to verify your scheduled meeting time. 
                                    All LEARNING LOGS DUE

States and Capitals Test LP3

Hello Parents,
Just a quick reminder that along with matching the states to their capitals, they will also need to know the state locations on a map. A blank map will be numbered, and the students will have to label the correct state name. You can refer to this month's social studies packet to view the states that will be tested on. Thank you!

Science Assessment LP3

Types of Energy

Matching - Vocabulary
Short Answer - Difference between refraction and reflection
                          Ways thermal energy can be transferred 
Fill in - Speed of sound
Multiple Choice - How electromagnetic waves are produced

Social Studies Assessment LP3

The Fight for a Continent

Matching - Vocabulary
Multiple Choice - Who was Tecumesh?
                              Who was LaSalle?
                              King Phillip's War
                              What did American Indians not teach the 
                                         colonists?
Matching - 1. Settlements to the nations that founded them 
                               (Netherlands, England, Spain, France)
                   2. Powhatan War Events - Years
                               a. Jamestown established in Virginia
                               b. Conflicts began
                               c. English colonists controlled Powhatan land
Circle - Ways in which Europeans and Indians influenced each 
             others ways of life
Short Answer - name 2 conflicts between Europeans and American Indians between 1600-1700

Mark your calendars...

PROJECT DUE DATES:
1. A Wrinkle in Time  - Tuesday, October 23, 2012
2. Science LP3 - Types of Energy - Thursday, November 1, 2012

ASSESSMENT DATES:
1. Social Studies - Tuesday, October 30, 2012
2. Science - Thursday, November 1, 2012
              *Test breakdown coming soon*

A few reminders...

MATH WORKSHOP

If you have a student going to math tutoring, please have them bring their work for that day. Also, the work should have a marked page or note letting the teacher know what needs to be done. 

UNIFORMS

Only DENNIS uniforms are to be worn when on campus.

Thank you!

Thursday, October 4, 2012

Hello families,
Just a few quick bits of information regarding this Thursday. Please be aware of the following:
1. Character/Student of the month assembly - All students should come to school in formal dress. Families are welcome to stay for the assembly!
2. Science Test - Study materials can be brought to class. You can refer to our blog for the breakdown of the test.
3. Math Test Chapter 3 - Tomorrow's math assignment has the students complete an online practice test. There is also a study guide found at the end of the chapter that will give your child extra practice with the concepts found in chapter 3.


PAPERWORK
Thank you to all of my families for looking over their paperwork before turn-in. I believe the check-lists are working really well and are helping us to stay organized. A quick reminder that each page in the homework packet should have your child's first and last name, along with the date, in your child's writing. All assignments that are written on blank or lined pieces of paper need to have the subject listed. For example,

Mark Alvarado 
10-3-2012 
Science Sample

If you have any questions regarding the above, I'd be happy to answer them for you! 
 

Emails

Hello Parents,
I just wanted to send a quick not about my email schedule. During the work week, if you email me prior to 7pm, I will most likely get back to you that same day. All emails after 7pm will be returned the next day. Also, since we have such limited time to prep for class on Tuesday and Thursday, I am not able to check my email on the mornings of class days. Thank you very much for your understanding.
Warmest Regards,
Mrs. Alvarado

SRA Updates

1. Picture orders should be turned in no later than Fri., October 5.

2. Booster club has extended their membership drive.  The original envelopes stated a due date of 9/28 to be entered in the raffle.  It has now been extended to Friday, October 5th.