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December 2, 2024

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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

Welcome Back from Thanksgiving Break!

Dear Grown Ups,

We hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving break with your families. As we return to school, we have an exciting three weeks ahead before our winter break. Here’s what’s coming up:

Upcoming Events

  • APEX Fun Run: December 3-13 –
  • Winter Choir and Ensemble Concert: December 3,
    • Join us for an incredible evening of music!
  • Best Buddies: Thursday, December 5
  • Girls on the Run 5k: December 7
    • Come cheer on our participants!
  • Magnet School Presentation (for students): December 13

Academic Updates

  • Math:

We’re finishing our unit on dividing whole numbers. Next, we’ll move into dividing decimals.
Students will learn what happens when we divide by decimal numbers less than one and greater than one.

  • Science:

We’re starting a new unit on mixtures and solutions.

  • SEL (Social Emotional Learning):

Our focus will be on inclusion.

We’re looking forward to a productive and fun-filled few weeks before the winter break!

November 23, 2024

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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

Important Upcoming Events

  • Fall Break: November 27-29. Students will return to school on December 2.
  • Winter Choir and Ensemble Concert: December 3. We invite you to join us for an incredible evening of music!
  • Girls on the Run 5k: December 7. We are excited to cheer on our participants!
  • Magnet school presentation for students in school: December 13
  • Ober APEX Fun Run: December 3-13. This is a fun opportunity for our students to stay active and engaged.

Celebrations from the Week

  • Our students worked diligently on their MAP tests, and their hard work truly paid off! I am so proud of their efforts and achievements.
  • Wellness week was a hit! Students engaged in various activities that taught them about health and well-being, fostering a fun and educational experience.
  • We successfully completed our unit on Patterns of Earth and Sky in science. The curiosity and enthusiasm demonstrated by our students were inspiring!

Thank you for celebrating these accomplishments and thank you for encouraging your children to strive to be the best they can be.

Curriculum

Next week, students will wrap up their unit on Patterns of Earth and Sky with a summative test on Monday and Tuesday. This unit has been comprehensive, and I am confident that our students are well-prepared. Additionally, we will conclude our unit on dividing whole numbers next week, reinforcing their mathematical skills.

Thanks, as always for your continued to support. This year has been an amazing one of growth and I look forward to continuing that trend.

November 16, 2024

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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

Important Announcements

Wellness Week: Join us from November 18 to November 22 for our Wellness Week! This is a fantastic opportunity for our students to engage in activities that promote health and well-being. For more details, please refer to the Wellness Week Information Document.

Parent Survey: Your feedback is essential! Please take a moment to fill out the Districtwide Parent/Guardian Survey using a computer, laptop, or mobile device.

Progress Reports: Progress reports will be available on November 21. Please note that the information posted in Infinite Campus (IC) is usually up to date within a week, so you should see little difference. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us.

5th Grade MAP Tests: MAP testing for our 5th graders is scheduled for Wednesday and Friday. If you anticipate your student being absent, please notify us ahead of time so we can arrange for them to test early. Testing after other students may not yield the best results, and we want every student to be as successful as possible.

Curriculum and Classroom Information

  • I am so proud of our brave students who have embarked on a new unit on division, showing great determination despite their initial apprehensions.
  • The entire class has set growth goals for our weekly computational monitoring, demonstrating commitment to improving their skills throughout the year.
  • Additionally, students celebrated Black House with some fun themed dress days, embracing our school spirit and community.
  • Our students excelled in specials last week, with nearly all meeting expectations. To celebrate their incredible performance, they will enjoy a spirit day, which they will help choose next week.

Division Box Method process explained here (great for organizing work for students):

Thank you for your ongoing partnership, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration for the benefit of our students!

November 11, 2024

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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

Important Upcoming Dates

  • House Challenge Food Drive: November 4-15
  • Veterans Day: November 11 (No School)
  • Altruismo Spirit Week – This Week

Curriculum This Week

We are thrilled to announce Altruismo Week, taking place from November 12-15! This is a wonderful opportunity for our students to show their support for the House of Giving. Here’s how you can participate:

  • Tuesday: Hats off to Philanthropy Wear black hats to school to show your support!
  • Wednesday: Little Acts of Giving – Wear small black items (accessories, make-up, face tattoos, etc.) to represent the big act of giving.
  • Thursday: Giving is Kindness – Wear your Be Kind shirt with black pants.
  • Friday: Head to Toe BLACK OUT! – Final day to show your support for the Black House by wearing all black from head to toe!

Please note that we will have a Multiplying Decimal Assessment on Tuesday. We will complete a quick review before we assess. After assessment completion, we will move into dividing whole numbers, a unit many of your students have expressed apprehension about starting. With that in mind, I’ve front loaded their ST Math program with division so they can feel some familiarity before we start.

I encourage every student to complete 45 minutes of ST math at home weekly as it promotes individual growth as I’ve leveled it for each individual student. I appreciate your support with their ST Math growth!

We have made so much growth this year, and I am excited to share that this week. I will be meeting with individual students to celebrate their achievements. It’s inspiring to witness their progress and dedication. Thank you for encouraging your children to reach their goals!

Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to our school. We are grateful for the partnership we share and look forward to continuing this journey together. Let’s keep inspiring our children to reach new heights!

November 4, 2024

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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

Important Upcoming Dates

  • House Challenge Food Drive: November 4-15
  • Staff Development Day: November 5 (No School)
  • Veterans Day: November 11 (No School)
  • First Game Club/We the Meeple Meeting, November 12 – Sign Up Here
  • First Math League Meeting After School, November 16 – Signup Here

Curriculum

Last week, we started a new unit on multiplying decimals. The overarching concept for this unit is that multiplying a number by a decimal less than one results in a smaller value, while multiplying a number by a decimal greater than one yields a larger value. We’ve multiplied a whole number by a decimal and will multiply a decimal by a whole number on Tuesday. We will close out the week with a variety of strategies to multiply decimals by decimals. By the end of this week, students should be able to use a strategy that works for them when multiplying decimals. Below is a video that walks through the area model step by step, which helps students understand what is happening to that decimal numbers as we multiply them.

In our SEL lesson this week, we discussed communication and how to make a sincere apology. We reflected that we shouldn’t apologize until we are ready and we mean those words. We also discussed why apologizing can seem so hard, because we have to self reflect and accept ownership of that mistake.

Thank you for sending in such wonderful and thoughtful students. We do have so much fun each and every day. 🙂

October 28, 2024

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Digital Planners for This Week

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

As we move through the school year, I wanted to take a moment to express my gratitude for your continued support and partnership in your child’s education. Your involvement makes a significant difference in our students’ growth and success!

Important Upcoming Dates

  • Picture Retake Day: October 29
  • Halloween House Challenge and Parade: October 31
  • House Challenge Food Drive: November 4-15
  • Staff Development Day: November 5 (No School)
  • Veterans Day: November 11 (No School)
  • Math League Sign-Ups: Start now!

Celebrations from the Week

  • Our students did an outstanding job understanding and applying multiplication of whole numbers to the thousands place!
  • Mr. Young and I had fantastic conversations with many parents regarding their child’s growth and progress this week.
  • A heartfelt thank you for supporting your student in completing their ST Math time at home. Your encouragement is invaluable!

Curriculum

This week, students will be diving into learning the place value of numbers as we multiply whole numbers by decimals. You can expect their Topic 3 rubrics and Proud Moments to come home on Monday or Tuesday.

Let’s continue to celebrate these successes together!

Students will be allowed to exchange non homemade items on October 31 just before they leave for the day. Students will participate in the parade and house challenge as outlined in Ms. Baker’s message: https://secure.smore.com/n/hdnmb

As we approach the holiday season, we encourage families to participate in our House Challenge Food Drive from November 4-15. This is a fantastic opportunity to teach our students about kindness and community service.

Math League

Ms. Boelter and Mrs. Akin are pleased to announce an after-school mathematical opportunity for students in grades 3-5. Following our inaugural year, where we proudly secured second place at the state level, we are excited to continue this enriching program.

The Ober Math League will engage in mathematical contests against other elementary schools, catering to students who thrive on the challenges of mathematical critical thinking. This club also offers a supportive environment for students who may have encountered difficulties in mathematics, aiming to foster a positive and rewarding experience. If you wish for your child to participate, please complete this google form: https://forms.gle/1HJRdffg1H4VFehJA or access it via the QR Code below.

To ensure a place on the team, please register by November 7, 2024. Participation is limited to students in 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade. Priority will be given to students who participated in the previous year if enrollment exceeds our capacity. Club participation will be allocated based on the date of sign-up. Math League will start immediately after school on Mondays as indicated on the attached calendar, and parents can pick up their students at 4:15 pm.

We The Meeple

Ms. Boelter is pleased to announce the launch of an after-school tabletop gaming club, “We the Meeple,” for students at Ober Elementary. Research has demonstrated that tabletop gaming can enhance cognitive learning skills, which are essential for academic success. We the Meeple fosters cooperation, goal setting, team building, strategic thinking, logic, and problem-solving, all while adhering to a defined set of rules.

This club serves as a supportive environment for students who excel in problem-solving and provides a safe space for those seeking additional academic challenges. The games incorporate mathematical and scientific concepts, all within a fun and engaging non-classroom setting.

We the Meeple is open to all students in grades 3 through 5. In the event of high interest, Ms. Boelter will accept students based on the order of google form submissions until all available slots are filled. Priority will be given to students who have participated in We the Meeple in prior years.

We the Meeple will meet for the first time on November 12, 2024. We will meet on Tuesdays as indicated in the attached calendar. Students can meet Ms. Boelter outside on the left side of the school, near the dismissal area where 5th graders typically line up. The club will commence immediately after school and conclude at 4:15 p.m. Sign ups will close on November 7, 2024.

https://forms.gle/tjvNXJyDLoKur4ZF9

October 21, 2024

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The digital planners for this week can be accessed by clicking the link below:

Boelter/Young AM Digital Planner (if your student start their day with Ms. Boelter in the morning): Boelter Young Digital Planner

Young/Boelter AM Digital Planner (if your student start their day with Mr. Young in the morning): Young Boelter Digital Planner

Important Announcements

  • Multiplying Whole Numbers Assessment is scheduled for this Thursday.
  • There will be no school this Friday in observance of Nevada Day.
  • The deadline for Yearbook Cover Contest submissions is November 1.

Celebrations


I am so pleased with the result of our SEL lesson on Friday. We saw students invest in seeing and sharing the positive things their classmates do. It has been wonderful to witness their enthusiasm for celebrating each other’s achievements.

Curriculum

I am currently revisiting the skill of regrouping when subtracting in small group, as I know many students have not yet fully mastered this concept. If you would like some additional practice materials for your child to work on at home, please feel free to reach out, and I’ll be happy to provide them.

In the coming week, we will be focusing on multiplying 3-digit by 2-digit numbers, as well as 4-digit by 2-digit numbers. We will also explore multiplying larger whole numbers with zeros. A video that will help with that process is here: https://youtu.be/zfYG9lzMmUo

In our Computer Science lessons, students have been developing sequential algorithms to guide a squirrel character from one side of a maze to the acorn at the other side. This hands-on activity has been a great way for them to apply their problem-solving skills.

We are grateful for your ongoing support in your child’s education. Your involvement and dedication make a significant difference in their success. I look forward to our continued collaboration and to seeing the amazing things our students will accomplish in the weeks ahead.

October 14, 2024

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The digital planners for this week can be accessed by clicking the link below:

Boelter/Young AM Digital Planner (if your student start their day with Ms. Boelter in the morning): Boelter Young Digital Planner

Young/Boelter AM Digital Planner (if your student start their day with Mr. Young in the morning): Young Boelter Digital Planner

Announcements

  • No school on Monday.
  • Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences: Conferences will be held on Monday and throughout the week, including daily in the morning. Mr. Young and I have added additional time slots for the morning of next week and the week after. Please sign up at a time that works for you if you have not already done so: https://signup.com/go/hKgUxTA
  • ST Math Access: Students can access ST Math at home from any internet browser or from any tablet. I’m happy to help set this up if you need assistance.

Celebrations from the Week

Topic 2 Summative: Our students worked incredibly hard on their Topic 2 Summative assessments, and we’re proud of their efforts.

ST Math Progress: We’re excited to see the great growth our students are making with our ST Math program.

Fall Festival: The Fall Festival was a wonderful event, and the best part was spending time with families outside of school. Thank you all for your participation and support.

Curriculum

I hope this week finds you and your loved ones well. It’s been a pleasure to see our students thriving and making progress in their learning. Your continued support and partnership are deeply appreciated.

This week, we will start multiplying whole numbers. Students will need to understand the box method multiplication, which helps them conceptually understand what is happening when they multiply large numbers. They will also tie that knowledge to the standard algorithm. Here are some helpful videos on these concepts:

Standard Algorithm for Multiplication

Box Method Multiplication

October 7, 2024

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The digital planners for this week can be accessed by clicking the link below:

Boelter/Young AM Digital Planner (if your student start their day with Ms. Boelter in the morning): Boelter Young Digital Planner

Young/Boelter AM Digital Planner (if your student start their day with Mr. Young in the morning): Young Boelter Digital Planner

Curriculum


This week, we worked on adding and subtracting decimals, using models and number lines to help students visualize the process. We focused on aligning decimal points correctly and used place value charts to strengthen their understanding. Number lines were particularly helpful in showing how decimals can be added and subtracted with precision. Students also practiced solving word problems that applied these skills in real-world contexts, such as money and measurements.

Upcoming Assessment
We will have a summative test on Topic 2 (Adding and Subtracting Decimals) on Wednesday, October 9. Please ensure your child is reviewing their notes and practice problems to be well-prepared.

Important Reminders

Week of Respect

Please see the flyer for this week’s themed days:

Family Festival Thursday October 11
Mark your calendars! The Family Festival is coming up in October, and it promises to be a fun event for students and families. Please see the school Class Dojo story for more details.

Parent/Student/Teacher Conferences (October 14th):
If you were unable to secure a slot for the conferences on October 14th, please reach out to me or Mr. Young via Class Dojo. We can arrange a meeting either before or after school to accommodate your schedule.

September 30, 2024

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The digital planners for this week can be accessed by clicking the link below:

Boelter/Young AM Digital Planner (if your student start their day with Ms. Boelter in the morning): Boelter Young Digital Planner

Young/Boelter AM Digital Planner (if your student start their day with Mr. Young in the morning): Young Boelter Digital Planner

Announcements

Our Field Trip is Wednesday to the Las Vegas Philharmonic. We’re so excited. We’ll go over expectations each day. Please reinforce those expectations at home as well. We will be representing our school at the event and we want to make sure we follow teacher directions and have the best time.

Please bring your recorders to class for music specials!

Don’t forget the fall festival is coming soon on October 10th!

Our Fifth-Grade themed basket will feature Lego and Hello Kitty. We need your help to make it a success! We kindly ask for donations of items that fit this fun and interactive theme. Suggested items include:

Hello Kitty Miniatures
Small Lego figures
Lego sets
Hello Kitty Plushies
Lego or Hello Kitty stickers
Lego Brickheadz
Lego Minifigures

All contributions are greatly appreciated and will help create an amazing basket that fellow parents will be eager to enter tickets and have a chance to win in our Ober Family Festival drawing.

If you would like to volunteer in another capacity, there will be other opportunities announced as the Family Fall Festival approaches.

Thank you for your continued support and generosity!

Curriculum

This week, we’ll start a new unit on adding and subtracting decimal numbers. As we’ve progressed through these units, we’ve noticed that students do not have the foundational conceptual understanding or concrete examples of concepts like place value and what truly happens to a number when you perform a mathematical operation. For that reason, we will spend a couple of days providing them that understanding so that they have the opportunity to feel more successful when we engage in 5th grade content. We’ve created the following rubric that shows what mastery of this unit looks like. Students will have this in their notebook as well. They can check off each section as they master the skill so they know what they’ve learned and what they still need to learn. Thank you for all of your support as we continue to learn this new content and practice skills we’ve yet to master.

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