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If your student starts their day with Ms. Boelter: Boelter Young Digital Planner
If your student starts their day with Mr. Young: Young Boelter Digital Planner

🔷 What We’re Learning This Week

Geometry Project & Critical Load Theory
This week, students will be applying their math and science skills as we continue our Geometry in Design project. Students will explore how geometric principles and shapes contribute to architectural strength through hands-on activities. We’ll dive deeper into critical load theory—investigating how different structures handle weight and pressure. This is a great opportunity for students to connect math, science, and engineering in a real-world context!

📚 Book Fair: May 12–16
The spring Book Fair is here! Students will have opportunities to browse and purchase books throughout the week. It’s a great time to stock up on summer reading and support our school library. Thank you in advance for your support!

🌟 Upcoming Events

May 13 – Final 5th Grade SOARemonies
We’re excited to celebrate our students’ growth, leadership, and achievements at our final SOARemonies of the year.

May 22 – Kindergarten Promotion
While this is not a 5th grade event, our school will be celebrating the promotion of our youngest learners on this day.

May 23 – 5th Grade Promotion 🎓
Mark your calendars! We are thrilled to honor our incredible 5th graders as they complete this important chapter and prepare to move on to middle school.

Curriculum

If your student starts their day with Ms. Boelter: Boelter Young Digital Planner
If your student starts their day with Mr. Young: Young Boelter Digital Planner

We have an exciting and busy week ahead in 5th grade, full of hands-on learning, celebrations, and important events.

📊 MAP Testing
This week, students will participate in MAP Testing for both ELA and Math.

• Tuesday: ELA CAT
• Wednesday: Math CAT
  Please help your child do their best by ensuring they get a good night’s rest, eat a healthy breakfast, and arrive to school on time. We’re proud of all the growth they’ve made this year!

🌌 Alien Ecosystems Presentations
Students will be presenting their Alien Ecosystems Projects throughout the week. They’ve worked hard on designing creative and scientifically thoughtful alien worlds, and we’re excited to see them share their ideas with the class!

📐 Math & Engineering Design Projects
In math, we’re launching a Design Your Tiny House project where students will use their skills in calculating area and space to plan and build their own model homes.
We’ll also be exploring engineering principles through hands-on activities, encouraging collaboration, creativity, and problem-solving.

🧺 Friday: Lunch on the Lawn
This Friday, students will enjoy Lunch on the Lawn!
They are welcome to bring a towel or blanket to sit on while we picnic together outside and enjoy the fresh air.

📅 Important Dates

• May 5–9: Teacher & Staff Appreciation Week
• May 9: Field Day & Talent Show
• May 12–14: May SOARemonies
• May 22: Kindergarten Promotion
• May 23: 5th Grade Promotion

Digital Planners

If your student starts their day with Ms. Boelter: Boelter Young Digital Planner
If your student starts their day with Mr. Young: Young Boelter Digital Planner

Curriculum

🔢 Math Review
This week, we are diving into a comprehensive review of all major 5th grade mathematical concepts. Students will work on refining their skills and preparing for a strong finish to the year. We encourage extra practice at home when possible — even simple review games or flashcards can make a big difference!

👽 Alien Ecosystems Project
Students have officially launched their Alien Ecosystems projects! They are creating unique, imaginative worlds while applying scientific concepts like adaptations, ecosystems, and environmental influences. It’s been so fun to see their creativity shine!

👕 5th Grade Shirts
5th grade shirts will be arriving soon!
If you have not yet submitted payment, you can either send in cash or use the school’s online payment system. Thank you for your support in helping us celebrate our amazing 5th graders!

🍎 Teacher Appreciation Thoughts
Teaching your children is truly a joy — your trust and partnership mean the world to us.
There is no expectation to send anything for Teacher Appreciation Week. If you wish to, Amazon and Target gift cards are always appreciated. Personally, I’m not a big fan of candy, but I do love roasted almonds!

📅 Upcoming Important Dates

• May 5–9: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
• May 9: Field Day & Talent Show
• May 12–14: May SOARemonies
• May 22: Kindergarten Promotion
• May 23: 🎓 5th Grade Promotion

If your student starts their day with Ms. Boelter: Boelter Young Digital Planner
If your student starts their day with Mr. Young: Young Boelter Digital Planner

Curriculum

Students will be participating in the SBAC Science Assessment this week.

• Part 1: Wednesday, April 23
• Part 2: Friday, April 25
  These state assessments help us measure student understanding of key science concepts taught throughout the year. A good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast are strongly encouraged!

Math
This week, students will be wrapping up our unit on metric conversions. We’ve been working on converting between units such as millimeters, centimeters, meters, and kilometers. Students are applying these skills in real-world problem-solving scenarios.

📅 Important Dates This Week

Wednesday, April 23

• SBAC Science Test – Part 1

Friday, April 25

• SBAC Science Test – Part 2
• Please help your child arrive on time and well-rested

Saturday, April 26
👟 Girls on the Run 5K – Come cheer on our runners and celebrate their dedication!

Sunday, April 27
🎉 Best Buddies Walk – Please join us for a fun, inclusive day with free food, games, and entertainment for the whole family!

🔜 Upcoming Events

Monday, April 28
📌 Staff Development Day – No school for students

Tuesday, April 29
🎶 Choir Assemblies and Evening Concert – More details will be sent home with participating students

Wednesday, April 30
🏠 House Challenge: Folk Dance Edition! – Students will showcase teamwork and creativity during this schoolwide celebration

🌟 Looking Ahead

• May 5–9: Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week
• May 9: Field Day & Talent Show
• May 12–14: May SOARemonies
• May 22: Kindergarten Promotion
• May 23:🎓 5th Grade Promotion
  🕧 Last Day of School (Half Day – Dismissal at 12:30 PM)

Thank you for your continued support at home. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns. Let’s finish the year strong and celebrate all that our amazing students have accomplished!

If your student starts their day with Ms. Boelter: Boelter Young Digital Planner
If your student starts their day with Mr. Young: Young Boelter Digital Planner

Curriculum

As we enter this exciting time of year, we want to keep you updated on everything happening in our classroom. Please read through the announcements below carefully—there’s a lot going on!

📚 SBAC Testing Information
This week, we will be spending time reviewing important concepts in Math to help students feel confident and prepared for the upcoming SBAC assessments.
On Wednesday, students will take the ELA CAT (Computer Adaptive Test) portion of the SBAC. Please help your child come to school well-rested and on time that day. A healthy breakfast is always a great way to start a testing day strong!

🦅 Guest Speaker Visit
We are excited to welcome a special guest this week from the Desert National Wildlife Refuge! Students will have the opportunity to learn about local wildlife, conservation, and the amazing habitats in our own backyard. This will be a great connection to our science standards and a fun, educational experience!

📸 Baby Pictures Needed!
As part of our end-of-year celebration, we’re creating a special slideshow and need baby pictures for each student.
Please submit one baby photo via the Google Form found here and on Dojo sent through Class Dojo by this Friday, April 11th. Thank you to everyone who has already submitted one!

👕 Shirt Sizes Reminder
Thank you to the families who submitted shirt sizes for our promotion shirts. These were due last Friday, and we are finalizing orders this week. If you have not submitted your child’s size yet, please send it as soon as possible to ensure we have a shirt for everyone.

🎓 Promotion Season is Here!
As we get closer to our 5th grade promotion and all of the special events that come with it, we will likely have important midweek updates. Please continue to check Class Dojo regularly so you don’t miss any announcements, permission slips, or deadlines. We appreciate your continued support and communication!

As always, thank you for being such a vital part of our classroom community. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out via Class Dojo or email.

Digital Planners

If your student starts their day with Ms. Boelter: Boelter Young Digital Planner
If your student starts their day with Mr. Young: Young Boelter Digital Planner

Curriculum

Math:
We are beginning an exciting new unit on customary and metric conversions. Students will explore how to convert between different units of measurement using strategies like multiplication, division, and problem-solving. Hands-on activities and real-world examples will help deepen their understanding.

Science:
We will continue our exploration of ecosystems. Students will investigate how organisms interact within their environments and analyze the delicate balance that keeps ecosystems thriving.

SBAC Testing:
On Thursday and Friday, students will participate in SBAC testing. Please ensure your child gets plenty of rest and has a healthy breakfast on these days. Attendance is crucial, especially as we approach the end of this important year in primary school.

Thank you for your continued support. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Digital Planners

If your student starts their day with Ms. Boelter: Boelter Young Digital Planner
If your student starts their day with Mr. Young: Young Boelter Digital Planner

Curriculum

Welcome back! I hope you had a restful and enjoyable spring break. We are excited to dive back into learning and have a busy week ahead. Please take a moment to review the important updates and reminders below.

Monday, March 24th

• SBAC Preparation Assembly 3/24: We will kick off the week with an assembly focused on helping students feel confident and prepared for the upcoming SBAC assessments.
• Ecosystems Unit Begins: Our next science unit will explore ecosystems, focusing on the relationships between organisms and their environments. Students will engage in hands-on activities and collaborative discussions.
• Combined Volume of Rectangular Prisms: In math, we will continue applying our understanding of volume to solve problems involving composite rectangular prisms. Students will practice decomposing shapes and calculating total volume. Students will achieve mastery of this unit when they are able to complete problems similar to the ones in this video.

Assessments and Deadlines

• Volume Assessment : On Friday, March 29th, students will complete their assessment on volume, including composite volume of a rectangular prism

Looking Ahead As we move closer to SBAC testing, we will integrate test-taking strategies and practice questions into our daily routines. Please encourage your student to get plenty of rest and reach out if you have any questions or concerns.

SBAC Testing Schedule:

Please read the letter from Ms. Baker regarding SBAC Testing. You can view that letter here.

Thank you for your continued support. I’m looking forward to a fantastic week ahead!

If your student starts their day with Ms. Boelter: Boelter Young Digital Planner
If your student starts their day with Mr. Young: Young Boelter Digital Planner

Curriculum

This week, we will be wrapping up our unit on Dividing Fractions, with our assessment scheduled for Tuesday. I encourage students to review their notes, practice problems, and ask any lingering questions to ensure they feel confident.

On Thursday, we will begin Unit 16: Classifying Two-Dimensional Figures. You may notice this unit is being taught out of order compared to the textbook. This sequencing is intentional, as it allows students to build on their prior knowledge in a way that deepens understanding and application.

In Science, students have started working on an exciting Earth’s Four Spheres presentation. This project encourages them to explore the interactions between the geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere. Next week, we will take their learning a step further with a hands-on experiment, where students will create their own water cycle system and observe the effects of environmental changes. This will be a fantastic opportunity for them to see science in action!

Upcoming Events

We have even more exciting activities on the horizon! On March 14 (Pi Day), we go big in Ms. Boelter’s room—coinciding with our school’s Career Day. For Pi Day, students will be encouraged to bring in circular objects so we can discover Pi in all of them. If you’re able to help out by picking up pizza (a class favorite) or even actual pie, it would be greatly appreciated. Alternatives like cucumbers or orange slices are also welcome. I will coordinate further details as the date approaches. Additionally, if you’d like to volunteer for Career Day, please do so here.

Next week is also Nevada Reading Week, and we’d love to have you share the joy of reading with our class. If you’re interested in reading to our students, please send me a message via Dojo (we have books ready for you to choose from!). Plus, please see the details for our Nevada Reading Week Spirit Days below: