February 2017

The class newsletter written and published

by Mr. Phams Fifth Grade Students - Class of 2017
For past newsletters, please go to www.mrpham.org
February 2017
Black History Month Working on
In February, all of America honored our Black
the people that made this country History Report
great.
These African Americans had gone
through many hardships and overcame
challenges to become great men and
Alex & Mike George
women in government, education,
science, sports, music, and gave us
great examples to follow.
These are some of the people we
admired for their courage, leadership,
and achievements. We also learned too
Tristika & Estrella
that everyone has a right to a free life
and free expression of ideas.
In our class, we were divided into
groups of two to do research on a
famous African American personality or
a significant event using Google Slides.
Liyah & Katrina
We then recorded our voice and video
and presented it to the class.
We enjoyed this project very much
as we learned a lot about people and
events that changed our way of life.

Celebrating
Diversity Alexander & Oscar
Alexandra & Giselle P.
 Poetry Open Mic
On Friday, February 24, our class held a Poetry Open
Mic in Room C7. There are many outstanding poets
that have been discovered during our Poetry Writing Unit.
These poets made their successful debut under the spotlight of our class
stage. The poems are posted on each poets website. Pictures and
videos are posted on our class website. Take a look at a few below.

3rd Quarter Progress Report

went home last Friend Like You
Wednesday (2/22). Please look at the Oh what a joy is it to have a friend like you.
report and either encourage your child For giving me strength the way you do.
to continue doing good work or talk
For lifting me up when I fall down.
about trying harder from now until the
end of the quarter which will be on
And put a smile on my face when Im wearing a frown.
March 17th. There are ongoing and You are like sunshine in the winters cold.
upcoming assignments and projects Thanks for being there helping me grow.
that need to be completed. Your child By Katrina
will have many opportunities to
improve their grades. The Big Surprise
After a cold night, the sun will rise.
Its time to tell the stars good bye.
Parent-Student-Teacher I looked out and found a big surprise.
Conference It was a puppy standing just outside.
Thank you to those parents that Picking it up I feel so happy.
came to the classroom for a I call him Rover my little puppy.
Recess
conference. I also called a few parents
who cannot make it to class. For those A day at school, I love recess.
By Natalia
parents that are not receiving a My favorite subject, its the best.
conference request, please know that I play tetherball and kickball.
you can ALWAYS let me know if you I play other sports, thats not all.
have any questions, concerns, or feel I hang out and talk to friends.
free to come to the classroom for a I wish recess would never end.
talk. Thank you. By Jaden

Accelerated Our Parents

Reader Update Our mother brought us into this earth.
At the half point of the quarter, there She loves us since the day of our birth.
are many students who have not Our Father helped with things weve learned.
achieved their 50% goal. And generous with the money he earned.
Please take a look at the AR update The love for us they always give.
included with the progress report and Be good to them for as long as you live.
encourage your child to read for at least By Harjot
30 minutes at home. Thank you.

Spring Break Love

There is a certain feeling called Love.
Spring Break this year will be from Like the pure clouds hovering above.
March 20-24. During the break, every Love is strong, caring,and tough.
student is encouraged to read everyday Love could fill up your red loyal heart .
for at least 30 minutes. There will be Nothing or no one can keep you apart.
various activities posted on our class Love can make big and beautiful art.
Google Drive folder that students can do You have a one-of-a-kind heart to share.
to get extra credit. Thank you for your Your Love will not have a big tear.
support. Take a deep breath,Love is in the air By Gissele
February STEM Projects
During February, we explored 3D augmented reality. In February
these activities, we used hand-held devices with a
camera to create 3D images of maps, animals and plant
Character Counts!
cells, and other interesting creations. We also shared RESPONSIBILITY
this activity with Rio Calaveras' 3rd Graders so they
can enjoy it as much as we did. Pictures are on our
class website. Do what you are supposed to do.
Persevere, keep on trying. Always
do your best. Use self-control. Be
self-disciplined. Think before you
act consider the consequences.
Be accountable for your choices. Daniel Yasriyah
Daniel and Yasriyah were recognized in our class for
showing the Character RESPONSIBILITY in February.

P.E. Update: Physical Fitness

In the upcoming month of March,
Room C7 students will begin to
Practice every week prepare for
our Physical Fitness Test in April.
We already attempted push-ups, curl-ups
and running a mile. But well push more, curl more,
and run a lot more in March. Not only we are
building up our bodies for the grueling test, we also
are learning to live a healthy life through eating right
and keeping active.

Lunar New Year Celebration

Our class celebrated Lunar New Year on February 5th
in the classroom. Mr. Pham gave us a brief history of
the Lunar New Year and showed a video about how
the New Year is celebrated in different Asian cultures.
He then handed out the Red Envelope with a special
Year of the Monkey money inside to wish us good
fortune through the New Year 2016. Afterwards, we
played a special Lunar New Year game using class
money. It was a lot of fun learning about Lunar New
Year and playing games in the classroom.
 Valentine
Challenge
This years Valentines Day was a very fun occasion. Mr. Pham had us
make Valentine containers to hold cards, grams, and candies. This is also
a competition to see who can create the best looking container. The
results: Tristika, Savannah, Natalia, and Gissele received prizes for having
the best containers. No matter who won, we all had a blast making
containers and a wonderful Valentine day with candies and received a
lot of cards and grams. We also had a RoAch at the end of the day.
Special thanks to Ms. Sharyn for serving as our Valentine Judge.
Pictures of all the Valentine Containers are on our class website.

Technology Update
State During February, we used Google Slides to create

Report our Black History Reports. Instead of presenting it to

the class, each group will video the presentations
and record their voices using Screencastify. We also
NOTICE: Our State Report will begin after
posted our poems on our own websites.
Spring Break. Stay tuned for more details
We are learning new technology and how to use it

Brain Teasers effectively in the classroom.

Words that sound alike or look alike often have

meaning that are not alike at all! Decide which word
is the correct one and circle it.
March 3 Daylins Birthday
1. A result affect / effect March 4 Natalias Birthday
2. A heavenly body angel / angle
3. Second in a series of two later / latter
March 8 Science Night
4. To take that which is offered accept / except March 14 Open House 7:50am
5. To stop quiet / quit /quite Micahs Birthday
6. In any case any way / anyway March 17 3rd Quarter Ends
7. Unlawful elicit / illicit Spring RoAch
8. Writing paper stationary / stationery
March 18 Jadens Birthday
9. Complete thorough / through
10. To go forward precede / proceed March 22 Liyahs Birthday
11. To prove something is false disapprove / disprove March 20-24 Spring Break