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April 14

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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

Curriculum

This week, students will continue to apply conversions and the knowledge they’ve gained to more complex thinking tasks as we prepare them for the SBAC Performance task.

🌱 Science Spotlight – Ecosystem Exploration
Students are diving deep into their understanding of ecosystems! This week, they’ll be working collaboratively to demonstrate their knowledge by highlighting the complexities of three different ecosystems.

After completing this group task, students will begin designing and creating their own ecosystems in a creative, hands-on project. This portion will span approximately two weeks, and we can’t wait to see their ideas come to life!

📚 SBAC Testing – Math This Week!
We will continue SBAC testing this week with the following sessions:

  • Math CAT – Monday, April 14
  • Math Performance Task – Thursday, April 17

Please help your child come to school well-rested and on time for both days. A healthy breakfast is always a great way to start a testing day strong! Thank you for your support in setting them up for success.

🍼 Baby Pictures for End-of-Year Slideshow
As part of our 5th grade promotion celebration, we are creating a special slideshow featuring a baby photo of each student.

  • If you haven’t submitted a photo yet, please do so ASAP via the Google Form (also posted on Class Dojo).
  • Photos were due Friday, April 11.
  • Students without a submitted photo will not be included in the slideshow at promotion.

Thank you to everyone who has already submitted a picture!

👕 Promotion T-Shirts
If you didn’t submit a shirt size for your student, we did our best to estimate the correct size. Shirts were ordered last week and will be distributed closer to the promotion date. Thank you for your understanding!

📱 Stay Connected
As we approach 5th Grade Promotion and other exciting events, there will likely be important midweek updates regarding permission slips, schedule changes, and more.

Please continue to check Class Dojo regularly to stay up to date!

📅 Important Dates

  • April 14 – SBAC Math CAT
  • April 17 – SBAC Math Performance Task
  • April 18 – No School
  • April 26 – Girls on the Run 5K
  • April 27 – Best Buddies Walk
  • April 28 – Staff Development Day (No School for Students)
  • April 29 – Choir Assemblies and Concert
  • April 30 – House Challenge: Folk Dance
  • May 22 – Kindergarten Promotion
  • May 23 – 5th Grade Promotion

Thank you for your continued support and communication. We’re so proud of all the hard work our 5th graders are putting in during this final stretch of the year!

March 10, 2025

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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

Curriculum

Tuesday, March 12 – Geometry Unit Test

  • Students will complete their Geometry Unit Test, covering concepts including classifying triangles and quadrilaterals by their sides and angles.
  • After the test, we will begin our new unit: Volume of a Rectangular Prism.

Thursday, March 14 – Water Cycle Experiment Application Questions Due

  • Students conducted an experiment last Thursday in which they created a mini water cycle including pollution and clouds, and will submit their application questions by Thursday.
  • This assignment will be graded for accuracy and understanding (science grade).

Thursday – Kindness Parent Night

  • Last week, students took home a letter from Mr. S and Mrs. Teunis with important information to support their success for the rest of the school year and help them prepare for 6th grade. This information will also be discussed at a Parent Night next Thursday, March 13th, at 3:15 PM. If you RSVP’d, we’ll see you there!

Ongoing – Earth’s Spheres Project

  • Students are working on their Earth’s Spheres Project, where they explore interactions between the geosphere, hydrosphere, atmosphere, and biosphere.
  • The final project is due before students leave for spring break (3/14). This will count as a science project grade.

Special Events This Friday, March 15

🎉 Career Day

  • We are excited to welcome guest speakers from a variety of professions!
  • Students will engage in Q&A sessions and hands-on activities to learn about different careers.

🥧 Pi Day Celebration

  • We will be celebrating Pi Day (3.14) on Friday with fun math activities!
  • If your child would like to participate in the optional Pi Recitation Challenge or donate a pie for our celebration, please refer to my previous Class Dojo messages for details.

Thank you for your ongoing support! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out.

February 24, 2025

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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

Curriculum

I am proud of the hard work and dedication our students have been showing in the classroom. Their enthusiasm for learning continues to inspire me each day!

This past week, we made incredible progress in understanding what happens when we multiply whole numbers by a fraction. I’m so proud of the way our students have embraced this concept with curiosity and perseverance! We also took time to review our Adding and Subtracting Fractions Assessment, reflecting on both our successes and the areas where we can continue to grow. It’s always uplifting to see students take ownership of their learning, and I encourage you to ask your child about what they’ve learned.

Looking ahead, we will be wrapping up our unit on multiplying fractions with a summative test this week. Following that, we will begin exploring dividing fractions, a concept that typically takes about half a week to master. If all goes as planned, students will take their assessment on this topic at the beginning of next week.

Upcoming Events & Reminders

  • February 24-28: Nevada Reading Week Floats Due
  • March 1: Orff Festival at UNLV
  • March 3-7: Nevada Reading Week – Sign up via ClassDojo to read to your child’s class!

Nevada Reading Week is always a special time to celebrate literacy and the joy of reading. We would love for you to be a part of it by signing up to read to our class! Your participation makes a big difference in fostering a love of books and storytelling among our students.

Thank you for your continued support and involvement in your child’s education. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or if there’s anything I can do to support your child’s learning. I appreciate all that you do!

December 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

Wow, what an incredible week we had in our classroom! I am so proud of the kindness, teamwork, and school spirit your children have shown.

One of the highlights of our week was our Grinch challenge—the students worked together to create heartfelt thank-you creations for some very important members of our school family, including our custodians and cafeteria staff. Watching their creativity and gratitude shine through these projects was truly inspiring.

And let’s talk about the FUN RUN! Not only did we participate with enthusiasm, but our class also raised more money for our school than any other class! How amazing is that? This accomplishment is a reflection of your generosity and support, as well as the students’ hard work and dedication.

I think we can all agree that this deserves a celebration! While the students will receive the rewards they earned as part of their fundraising goals, I’d love to go above and beyond to make this achievement extra special. I have a few fun ideas in mind.

Curriculum

As we wrap up the first half of this school year, I wanted to share some exciting plans for the week ahead and a glimpse into the engaging learning experiences happening in our classroom.

This week, we will begin a new unit on fractions in math, exploring concepts that will build a strong foundation for future skills. We’ll also be putting our candy canes to the test as part of a hands-on graded science experiment for our mixtures and solutions unit.

The science experiment will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday, and it’s one that truly benefits from in-person participation. If your child is unable to attend, they will have the opportunity to watch a video and read an article to complete the assessment, but nothing quite compares to the hands-on learning experience!

In addition to science, we’ll be creating a geometric art project—an icosidodecahedron! This unique shape has 30 identical vertices and 60 identical edges, making it a fun and challenging way to explore geometry. Students can decorate their piece of art with anything they like, so if you’d like to send in stickers or crafting materials, they’re welcome to include those in their designs.

As we reflect on the past 90 days of school and look ahead to the next 90, I’m filled with excitement for the lasting memories and incredible 5th-grade experiences we’re continuing to create. Thank you for your support in making this such a special year for your children.

Wishing you a wonderful week, and here’s to ringing in the new year with even more learning and joy!

Winter Spirit Week

Monday: Festive/Winter Hat Day or Creative Hair Day

Wear a holiday or winter hat to celebrate the season

Tuesday: Winter Gear Day

Wear winter gear (hats, scarves, socks, etc.)

Wednesday: Festive Sweater Day

Wear a holiday or winter sweater

Thursday: Winter Snow Day-White Out Day

Wear all white for our December House Challenge

Friday: Holiday Dreams

Wear pajamas (holiday ones if you have them)

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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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 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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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 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 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