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)
Ms. B. in Class 