Week of February 27-March 3, 2017

Welcome Falcons!!!

     I want to remind you how important it is that you read all the time.  It is through reading that you are able to develop better reading skills.  We will continue reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, and you all will have quizzes, so make sure to read the Chapters assigned.  As previously stated, you all will continue reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone, and you will be completing different activity sheets that go along with it.
     I have to say that attendance is extremely important.  Every single one of you needs to ensure that you come to school daily because otherwise you miss out on material that is being covered.  As I have stated before, I completely understand inevitable situations.
     Students, this week of February 27- March 3, 2017 our RMS Library will be celebrating Dr. Seuss' Birthday!
     Activities will include dress up days, prize drawings, daily read-ins, a trivia contest, and reading challenges.                    
                                          Monday- "Fox in Socks" Wear Silly or mismatched socks.
                                          Tuesday- "Green Eggs and Ham" Wear green.
                                          Wednesday- "Wacky Wednesday" Wear your clothes backwards, inside out                                                                 or mismatched.
                                          Thursday- "The Cat in the Hat" Dress up as your favorite Dr. Seuss                                                                          character in honor of his birthday.  Prizes for the top 3!
                                          Friday- "Fun Friday" Wear a Dr. Seuss shirt & stop by the library to take a                                                           picture.
It would really be great if everyone of you could take part in this.  I can't wait to see your great ideas!
 
Thank you,
Ms. Narvaez
I have included the following picture for extra credit.
What Chapter in the Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone book does this picture remind you of?  Explain.

     

Week of February 20-24, 2017

Welcome Falcons!!!
     Here we are with  another Great Week.  We are going to continue reading Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone by: J.K. Rowling.  We will be reading Chapter 7 by Monday, Chapter 8 by Tuesday, Chapter 9 by Wednesday, and Chapter 10 by Thursday.  I'm ecstatic because many of you already loved it and those of you that thought you weren't going to now do.  I have to thank you for being avid readers.  You all are doing a phenomenal job.  I ask that you continue to do so, so that you can become even better.
     I have to remind you that it is extremely important that you come to school daily.  This way you don't lose out on any information.  I can guarantee you that if you attend everyday and give it all you've got, you will improve.  I must say that I do understand inevitable situations.
     Oh! Please remember that we will be attending the STARR County Youth Fair on Friday, February 24th.  Make sure to dress comfortably.
Now here is the Extra Credit Assignment
     Take a good look at the picture.  What Chapter does this picture remind you of? Please provide a good explanation on a sheet of paper and turn it in to me.
Thank you,
Ms. Narvaez
     

Week of February 13-17, 2017

Welcome Mighty Falcons!

     First let me admit that I'm extremely proud of each and everyone of you.  You all have been doing tremendously well.  I'm so excited that you all have been keeping up with your readings of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone.  When we have class discussions, every one of you has your hand up and is ready to provide a response.  Keep it up!  

     Now this week remember that we will be testing.  On Tuesday you will take the Reading test.  Please don't get nervous.  Remember to use your strategies and you will do amazingly well without a doubt.  Do not lose your confidence and believe in yourself.  Oh! Do not rush, take your time, and read carefully.  You can do this!

     Please don't forget that attendance is very important.  Make sure to be here every day.  If you are absent, you miss out on a lot.  Remember that STAAR is right around the corner, so it's important that we work together, and we come every day, so that your scores can blow everyone away.  Oh! and of course I completely understand inevitable situations.  

     I added a short song for you to listen to about testing.  I hope you enjoy it, and I urge you to please give it all you've got.  I've stated it before, and I'll state it again every single one of you is really smart, so you all can do extremely well.

Thank you,

Ms. Y.Narvaez

 

Week of February 6-10, 2017

Welcome Falcons!
     This week remember we do not have school on Monday, February 6, 2017, and I'm sure you are all ecstatic about this; however, make sure to return to school on Tuesday, February 7, 2017.  Remember that as I've stated before, I do understand inevitable situations.
     As promised, this week we will begin discussing Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone By: J.K. Rowling.  I know that many of us are excited, and I really can't wait to have you all participate in the class discussions, and let me not forget to mention the activities and projects, so I am asking you to make sure that you keep up with your readings.  I do not want any of you to fall behind.  Remember that I can tell who read and who didn't.  It really shows during the class discussions because the students that are consumed with the reading are the ones that know exactly what is going on in the reading.
     Over the weekend, I'm going to ask you to read Chapters 1-3.  I believe in you, and I know that you will get it done.  You have a long weekend, so there really shouldn't be a problem with the time. More than likely you will have a short Quiz on Tuesday, so you need to be prepared.  I expect to see plenty of 100's.  I'm going to stress: Read, Read, and Read.
     Remember to remain focused, dedicated,and devoted.  Continue to give it all you've got in order to do Exceptionally well.

     *Let me not forget to mention that most of you did phenomenal with Esperanza Rising.  The class discussions were truly amazing.  Please keep up the Great Work!
     *View the following Movie clip and on a separate sheet of  paper illustrate a scene that you saw in the movie clip and you read about in the book.  Explain in detail what the scene is about for Extra Credit.  If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask.
Thank you,
Ms. Narvaez