Mrs. Brownfield

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November 6, 2009 Dear Parents, We have had an excellent Second Quarter, thus far. If you have not already, please take time to look at my website for recent updates(http://www.teacherweb.com/NC/HighcroftDriveElementary/MrsBrownfield or just search for me at www.teacherweb.com). A few important upcoming events are the Book Fair (our Purchase Day: Thursday, Nov. 12) and the Wax Museum and Inaugural Ball (Friday, Nov. 20). In Math, our class has been studying Geometry (Unit 4 of Math Expressions). Students have learned to identify and understand characteristics of polygons. Students have studied types of angles and relationships among angles (supplementary and complementary). In Fifth Grade, students learn about diagonals in polygons, as well as symmetry (line and rotational). We have just started Unit 5, in which students will study fractions and ratios. In Reading and Writing students are studying nonfiction this quarter. In Reading, students have been reading and studying different types of nonfiction texts. During Guided Reading, students are practicing skills such as identifying main idea, using key vocabulary terms, drawing conclusions, and making inferences. In Writing, your student has written a news article, full of important facts and details. In preparation for the Wax Museum, students have been reading biographies and writing reports on famous American Political Figures. Your student should have completed this report in class by today. At home, students are preparing their speeches and visual aids (Trading Card, Mask, Model) for the Wax Museum. Students should consult the rubric for specific guidelines for these projects. As always, students should be reading at least 30 minutes per day at home. In Social Studies, we have been studying our country’s foundation. Students will be participating in a unit called “Interact: Independence.” Each student is given an identity (person’s name, political faction, personal information). This program encourages students to complete research of events leading to the Revolutionary War. Through Congresses, students are challenged to debate and discuss political actions. After each Congress, students will take a test on the “Crisis Questions” that they have researched and studied to prepare for Congress. Students are also learning about our country’s early history in their Social Studies book (Unit 2). Unfortunately, our class is nearly out of paper towels. If you could send in roll of paper towels, our class would greatly appreciate your donation. Thank you again for your help and support! If you have any questions or concerns, please email me at ebrownfield@wcpss.net. Sincerely, Mrs. Bette Brownfield

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