Selfies 2015

Selfies 2015



Check out our finalized selfie video.  Many hours were spent on the creation of the selfies, the theme of the video, the layout, and the music.  We worked hard and would love to show it off to you.

The B Hive Week 4

The “B” Hive News #4 September 28, 2015

Can you help us? We need masking tape of all colors, sizes, and varieties.	STUDENT LED CONFERENCES! I can’t wait to sit down and speak with each of you about your child and their learning plan for the year.  This year I am asking that the student be involved in the process.  Follow this link to sign up for a time for you and your student.  If there is a specific situation for your family and/or you need an alternative night, please email me at bertelson@aaps.k12.mi.us
Walk to School Day! On October 7th, it is walk to school day.  There are many benefits to walking.  Please see the attached flyer for more information.	Our first field trip will be Tuesday, October 6th from 10:30 to 12:30.  We will be heading to the UMMA to culminate our exploration into identity and art.  More information will come for students, but we are in need of chaperones.  Please let me know if you are interested.
We are still in need of a room parent.  I promise this is NOT a big job.  I just need someone to support me a little to help plan parties and things.  Let me know if you are interested.	New Homework Log Our new homework log will be coming home today.
Check out Our Blog!  It will be updated at least once a week.   http://bertelsonsteam.blogspot.com/	Specials! Monday- Vocal Music/PE Tuesday- World Language/Vocal Music Wednesday- World Language/PE Thursday- ILT Friday- Art

Our Common Ground

Our first, very important job as a classroom was to begin answering this question, "How can we, as individuals, create a community based on common ground?"  This is our start...

The B Hive Week 3

The “B” Hive News #3 September 21, 2015

Can you help us? We need masking tape of all colors, sizes, and varieties.	STUDENT LED CONFERENCES! I can’t wait to sit down and speak with each of you about your child and their learning plan for the year.  This year I am asking that the student be involved in the process.  Follow this link to sign up for a time for you and your student.  If there is a specific situation for your family and/or you need an alternative night, please email me at bertelson@aaps.k12.mi.us
Picture Day is Tuesday, October 22nd. NWEA Math Test is Tuesday, October 22nd from 9:30 to 10:30.	Our first field trip will be Tuesday, October 6th from 10:30 to 12:30.  We will be heading to the UMMA to culminate our exploration into identity and art.  More information will come for students, but we are in need of chaperones.  Please let me know if you are interested.
Curriculum Night This Monday, the 21st from 6:30 to 8:00.  Here is where you will learn about the philosophies and practices of 4th grade.	Walk to School Day! On October 7th, it is walk to school day.  There are many benefits to walking.  Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Check out Our Blog!  It will be updated at least once a week.   http://bertelsonsteam.blogspot.com/	Specials! Monday- Vocal Music/PE Tuesday- World Language/Vocal Music Wednesday- World Language/PE Thursday- ILT Friday- Art

Homework Clarification

1  Reading Log Minutes - They just need to check that they've read 20 minutes a night or more. 

2.  Goal - Their goal this week needed to be around math fluency (i.e. adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing).  If they did not pass the addition or subtraction fluency tests, they had to choose one of those.  Most students did not.  Check their homework folder or I can email you their results.  

3.  Academic Goal - They have to have an academic goal.  They needs to be one of the things from #2.  They need to be working on this goal in some way every night.  It can be from the list but does not have to be.  

4.  Exploration Choice - I really want them to only pick an exploration choice they are interested in.  If none of the choices are good, they can skip.  They have to choose an exploration once a month.  These will always be extension activities.  

5.  They can use any way to work on their academic goal.  It does not have to be from the list.  

6.  Every day math user names and passwords were sent home tonight.  If you need it resent, let me know. 

The B Hive News Week 2

The “B” Hive News #2 September 14, 2015

Classroom Wishlist: Each week, I am going to ask for something specific.  Do not feel that you have to contribute always or at all if you are unable. Our wish for this week:   Masking Tape of any kind and any color	Snack: Our lunch is late this year so we will have a snack break in the morning.  This should be fruit, veggies, or healthy treats.  I am asking no soda, candy, or messy things during this time.   Approximate am snack time:  10:00 am Approximate pm snack time:  2:00 pm
Homework Our homework calendar will go home this week.  You can see it here at: Homework Log There will be a page attached explaining the homework and our rationale.	Book orders are due this Friday! There will be a book order sent home every month.  You received it last week. You can always go online to scholastic and find it as well.
Curriculum Night Next Monday, the 21st from 6:30 to 8:00.  Here is where you will learn about the philosophies and practices of 4th grade.	Check out Our Blog!  It will be updated at least once a week.   http://bertelsonsteam.blogspot.com/
Specials! Monday- Vocal Music/PE Tuesday- World Language/Vocal Music Wednesday- World Language/PE Thursday- ILT Friday- Art	NWEA Testing This will begin this Tuesday for Reading and next Tuesday for math.  This first test is where I get a baseline and a lot of great information to help your student be as successful as possible.   Please contact me if you have questions or concerns.

If you have any questions or concerns, never hesitate to email me.  I typically read often and respond quickly.  

Regards,

Mrs. B.

The B Hive News Week 1

The “B” Hive News #1 September 4, 2015

Arrival/Dismissal: We have new arrival and dismissal procedures.  Please see Ms. Fitz’s newsletter for more information. Our arrival and dismissal times have also changed.  See below: Arrival:  8:09 am Dismissal:  3:07 pm	Information: Lunch: 11:44-12:32 **You are welcome to visit and eat with your child. Always sign-in with the office. Contact the Teacher: You can email me anytime!  I check often. bertelson@aaps.k12.mi.us
Classroom Wishlist: If you are interested in providing a few things for our class, there will be a wish list on the blog and through email soon.  We can always use pencils, clorox wipes, and tissues.	Snack: Our lunch is late this year so we will have a snack break in the morning.  This should be fruit, veggies, or healthy treats.  I am asking no soda, candy, or messy things during this time.
Remind: remind.com/join/thebh Use the link to join me at remind.  I will use this to remind families of important events.	Check out Our Blog!  It will be updated at least once a week.   http://bertelsonsteam.blogspot.com/
Specials! Monday- Vocal Music/PE Tuesday- World Language/Vocal Music Wednesday- World Language/PE Thursday- ILT Friday- Art Students will need comfortable, appropriate shoes for PE.  ILT is library and media services.  World language equals spanish.  :)	Parent Survey This time of the year I need to gather a lot of information about your student and it is not just academic.  Please click on the link above and fill out the survey.