Today was the Language Arts section of the CAT 6. This is currently the section of the testing used to evaluate students for placement in gifted programs, so I have always urged the students to do it with particular care. I think they did reasonably well, though I try not to look over their shoulders. The urge to say, "Think about that one again!" is so strong when you see a silly mistake. Unfortunately, the state does not let us give that kind of assistance on tests.
Since we are basically finished with the math book -- it's such a rush to "cover" everything by the first of May -- I gave the students some math books I've had in my cupboard for a few years. These will help review some of the number sense and problem solving skills and will also give them a taste of what to expect next year in fourth grade. They will be working on these books in school and at home for the next month. Students seem pretty excited by their new texts.
I just learned today that we will be putting on a play next month. The inspiration for this came from Mrs Caruso, and we will be involved with room 17 in doing this. There will be a special meeting about the play and about upcoming events next Tuesday at 7:45 am. If you can possibly attend, please come. If you cannot make it, please email Mrs Caruso to get details. Write her at kcaruso@lausd.k12.ca.us.
Homework: Finish Heartland questions if these were not completed in class. Continue work innew math books.
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