1. Unit 3/ 4 ”Between” Test will be in Early December
News From Rooms 310 & 313
November 14-18, 2016
Marlow Elementary
Specials
Mon: *PE (P); Art(S)
Tues: Tech (P); Music(S)
Wed: *PE (P); *PE(S)
Thurs: Art (P); Tech(S)
Fri: Field Trip
*Wear Tennis Shoes
Notes
To see your child’s technology Prezi, go to the technology page on the Marlow website. There are some fabulous presentations!
Mrs. Phillips and Mrs. Stewart’s classes will be participating in the Operation Christmas Child shoebox collections. Please see more information on the back of this newsletter
Students should review their Interactive Notebooks nightly
MES Book Parade will be on November 17th. Students will be able dress as a character from their favorite book
Miss Rebecca Stewart (S)
Mrs. Melissa Phillips (P)
Mrs. Jennafer Busbie
Upcoming
Events
Nov. 14: Progress Reports
Nov. 14: Mrs. Phillips out all day
Nov. 17: 2nd Grade A&E
Nov. 17: Book Parade
Nov. 17: Operation Christmas Child collection ends
Nov. 18: Spirit Day & Field Trip
Nov. 21 – 25: Thanksgiving Break
Nov. 3: Mrs. Phillips out ½ day
Dec. 10: Breakfast with Santa
Dec. 13: 4th & 5th Grade A&E
Dec. 13: Solar System Day 12:00 – 2:30
Math
This week we will begin our unit on operations with fractions. We will focus on the following:
Decomposing fractions
Improper fractions
Adding and subtracting fractions
Homework
Mon: Workbook page Reteaching side
Tues: Worksheet on adding/ subtracting fractions
Weds: None
Thurs: Worksheet on adding/subtracting fractions
Fri: None
Unit 3/ 4 ”Between” Test will be in Early December
Science
This week we will continue studying physical science. We will be investigating the nature of light.
English
Language Arts
This week we will practice the following skills:
Informational writing
Precise Language
Theme
Literature Circles
Cursive Writing
Google Classroom
Social Studies
We will continue our study of the American Colonies. We will have an “open-note” test on Thursday, November 17th. Students should be sure to bring their Interactive Notebooks to school.

2. Donate any of the following items to put in our shoebox.
Please bring your items on or before November 17th.
Toys: Include items that children will immediately embrace such as toy cars, yo-yos, jump ropes, balls, toys that light up and make noise (with extra batteries), etc.
School Supplies: pens, pencils and sharpeners, crayons, markers, notebooks, paper, solar calculators, coloring and picture books, etc.
Non-liquid Hygiene Items: toothbrushes, bar soap, combs, washcloths, etc.
Accessories: T-shirts, socks, hats, sunglasses, hair clips, jewelry, watches, flashlights (with extra batteries), etc.
Crafts: Make your own items such as hair bows, finger puppets, and friendship bracelets. 
A Personal Note: You may enclose a note to the child and a photo of yourself, your family, or group. If you include your name and an address, the child may be able to write back.
Do Not Include:
Used or damaged items; war-related items such as toy guns, knives, or military figures; chocolate or food; out-of-date candy; fruit rolls or other fruit snacks; drink mixes (powdered or liquid); liquids or lotions; medications or vitamins; breakable items such as snow globes or glass containers; aerosol cans.
Candy specifications: During 2016, the following types of candy can be included in shoebox gifts: hard candy, gummy bears, caramels, taffy, and gum—as long as its expiration date is at least six months after National Collection Week: Nov , Starting in 2017, no type of candy can be included in shoebox gifts.
Toothpaste specifications: Toothpaste can be included this year as long as its expiration date is at least six months after National Collection Week: Nov , Starting in 2017, toothpaste cannot be included in shoebox gifts, but a child’s oral hygiene can still be improved by regular use of a toothbrush alone.