Tuesday, May 30, 2023
Advanced Learning Next School Year
Dear Families: Please find the Advanced Learning Newsletter for Randall here to learn more about Advanced Learning at Randall. Also, please see this flier to learn about the next Advanced Learning Advisory Committee meeting, which will be June 1.
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Friday, May 19, 2023
May 19
Calendar
- Monday, May 22nd--5th Grade auditions for the talent show
- Monday, May 22nd--Kampa/Godfrey Strings Concert 11-11:30
- Wednesday, May 24th-Faber Strings Concert 10:30-11:00
- Friday, May 26th--Strings is done for the year!!
- Monday, May 29th--No School for Memorial Day
- Wednesday, May 31st--Superbowl at Randall
- Thursday, June 1st--5th Grade Field Trip to Lake Kegonsa
- Monday, June 5th-Franklin/Randall Ice Cream Sandwich Social @ Brittingham Park Shelter 5:30-7:00 pm
- Wednesday, June 7th--5th Grade Moving On Ceremony/Music Concert from 1:30 pm- the end of the day
- Thursday, June 8th--5th Grade Field Trip to Vilas Park
- 11:15-1:45 pm (sack lunches)
- Thursday, June 8th--Last Day of 5th Grade
New News...
- The Franklin-Randall PTO invites you to celebrate the end of the school year with an “Ice Cream Sandwich Social” gathering in Brittingham Park.Monday, June 5th 2022
5:30-7 pm (**NEW TIME**)
Brittingham Park Shelter829 W. Washington Ave.Come enjoy a Monday evening of playground fun with Franklin-Randall students, caregivers & school community. Pack a blanket/chairs and come dance and play to the sounds of Mr. Moffit’s band The N’achos! We will be providing ice cream sandwiches for all. Feel free to bring a picnic dinner.
Oldie, but goodies .....
- Even though the the ABC countdown is normally a 3rd grade thing, all our 5th graders didn't get to experience this when they were in 3rd grade, so we are giving it a go! Here is a link to a sample calendar. Please note:individual classrooms may change certain dates, so ask your kiddo what is going on in their classroom.
- Please return permission slips for our field trips in June as soon as you can. Also consider volunteering to chaperone with us :)
- 5th Grade Moving On Ceremony/Music Concert will be held on Wednesday, June 7th from 1:30 pm- the end of the day (more info to come)
- Randall Talent Show--Tuesday, June 6th
5th Grade Math this week....
- May Number Corner--This month will involve us working with liquid volume measurement, coordinate grids and fraction multiplication.
- This week students took two assessments and then began our Volume Zoo Math Project. We also did some budgeting work for fun on Friday.
- We will continue with the Volume Zoo Math Project next week.
- Our final math project of the year may include some work with food truck designs and business plans.
Literacy this week....
- Module 3--Athletes Leaders of Social Change
- This week we created posters that focused on one factor that we felt was the most important for social change and then shared with our peers.
- We also began our book study unit using the book Number the Stars until the end of the year.
Science this week....
- Ecosystem Restoration Unit Question: How do organisms in an ecosystem get the matter and energy they need to grow and thrive?
- Ecosystem Restoration Chapter Three Question: Why aren't the cecropia trees growing and thriving in the soil?
SELS this week...
- Stonewall Uprising
- Randall's behavior incentive goal for May is "Popsicle Party"
- We are focusing on "Being Helpful"
- May's Goal for the whole school: 1,200 Paws
Here's the "Randall Way" video for May:
https://youtu.be/lzG8MJl66goInterested in volunteering at Randall or chaperoning a field trip with your student's class? - start the process by visiting the Volunteering page at MMSD’s website.
Thursday, May 11, 2023
ABC Countdown
Since the link for this wa imbedded in the weekly update it's been hard to find, so here's a quick link to the ABC Countdown.
Thursday, May 4, 2023
May 5
Calendar
- Thursday, May 18th--Lockdown Drill at 12:45
- Monday, May 22nd--Kampa/Godfrey Strings Concert 11-11:30
- Wednesday, May 24th-Faber Strings Concert 10:30-11:00
- Friday, May 26th--Strings is done for the year
- Monday, May 29th--No School for Memorial Day
- Thursday, June 1st--5th Grade Field Trip to Lake Kegonsa
- Wednesday, June 7th--5th Grade Moving On Ceremony/Music Concert from 1:30 pm- the end of the day
- Thursday, June 8th--5th Grade Field Trip to Vilas Park
- 11:15-1:45 pm (sack lunches)
- Thursday, June 8th--Last Day of 5th Grade
New News......
- Talent Show auditions are scheduled for May 15!!
Oldie, but goodies .....
- Mallards Game Ticket Voucher
- Please return permission slips for our field trips in June as soon as you can. Also consider volunteering to chaperone with us :)
- Our classrooms will be starting/ have started Human Growth and Development in our classrooms.
- Please return permission slips as soon as you can. Also consider volunteering to chaperone with us :)
- 5th Grade Moving On Ceremony/Music Concert will be held on Wednesday, June 7th from 1:30 pm- the end of the day (more info to come)
Tri 4 Schools creates a fair, safe, and fun environment for kids to be active. But we can’t do that without volunteers! If you, your family, or friends are interested in an awesome day watching kids accomplish their goals, you can learn more and sign up here. It’s officially spring, and we are just over one month away from our first Tri 4 Schools event of the year! Registration is open! Remember, 100% of youth entry fees are donated to your schools. The more kids that participate from your school, the more money you earn. In 2022, the top school earned over $1,000! Please contact Amanda Marek Carlson, Executive Director ( amanda@tri4schools.org) if there are any questions or if there are students with a financial aid need.
2023 Schedule:
Waunakee Triathlon – May 20, 2023
Madison Bike + Run – June 10th, 2023
Middleton Triathlon – August 19th, 2023
Tri 4 Schools creates a fair, safe, and fun environment for kids to be active. But we can’t do that without volunteers! If you, your family, or friends are interested in an awesome day watching kids accomplish their goals, you can learn more and sign up here.
- Dear Families: Please find the Advanced Learning Newsletter for Randall here to learn more about Advanced Learning at Randall.
- Randall Talent Show--Tuesday, June 6th
5th Grade Math this week....
- May Number Corner--This month will involve us working with liquid volume measurement, coordinate grids and fraction multiplication.
- This week we worked on exponents and powers of 10.
- Next week we will work on multiplication and division with decimals, review and take the Unit 7 assessment.
Literacy this week....
- Module 3--Athletes Leaders of Social Change
- We did some close reading a new text on our group athletes. Students wrote an essay comparing and contrasting Jackie Robinson to the athlete the group researched.
- Students also took the mid-unit assessment.
- We are making our way towards our final projects for this module that will involve our individual opinions based on facts from the whole unit.
Science this week....
- Ecosystem Restoration Unit Question: How do organisms in an ecosystem get the matter and energy they need to grow and thrive?
- Ecosystem Restoration Chapter One Question: Why aren't the cecropia trees growing and thriving?
SELS this week...
- Celebration of Women
- Randall's behavior incentive goal for May is "Popsicle Party"
- We are focusing on "Being Helpful"
- May's Goal for the whole school: 1,200 Paws
Here's the "Randall Way" video for May:
https://youtu.be/lzG8MJl66goInterested in volunteering at Randall or chaperoning a field trip with your student's class? - start the process by visiting the Volunteering page at MMSD’s website.
Tina Godfrey
Classroom Teacher
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Summer Yoga
Summer Yoga and Mindfulness Classes
Is your child struggling with anxiety, having trouble falling asleep or working on managing their emotions? Is your 5th grader worried about the transition to middle school? Then this may be helpful. Marci Speich, a Stephens Elementary School’s teacher, is going to offer summer yoga and mindfulness classes for kids on Tuesdays from 5-6 pm at the Quarry Arts Building (next to Whole Foods on University Ave). 4 sessions for $100 for one child and $75 for each additional sibling. Please let her know if the price is prohibitive and she will make it work for your family. Scholarships are available. This is NOT a school sponsored event.
Grades 1-3 will meet every other week Tuesdays 5:00-6:00 pm:
June 13
June 27
July 11
July 25
Grades 4-6 will meet each week Tuesdays 5:00-6:00 pm:
August 1
August 8
August 15
August 22
Email me any questions backyardyoga@gmail.com and to register. Please share this information with friends and neighbors!
Thank you,
Marci Speich
Marcella Speich
Friday, April 28, 2023
April 28
Calendar
- Monday, May 15th--Talent Show Auditions
- Monday, May 22nd--Kampa/Godfrey Strings Concert 11-11:30
- Wednesday, May 24th-Faber Strings Concert 10:30-11:00
- Monday, May 29th--No School for Memorial Day
- Thursday, June 1st--5th Grade Field Trip to Lake Kegonsa
- Tuesday, June 6th--Randall Talent Show
- Wednesday, June 7th--5th Grade Moving On Ceremony/Music Concert from 1:30 pm- the end of the day
- Thursday, June 8th--5th Grade Field Trip to Vilas Park
- 11:15-1:45 pm (sack lunches)
- Thursday, June 8th--Last Day of 5th Grade
New News......
- Randall Talent Show--Tuesday, June 6th
Oldie, but goodies .....
- Please return permission slips for our field trips in June as soon as you can. Also consider volunteering to chaperone with us :)
- Our classrooms will be starting/ have started Human Growth and Development in our classrooms.
- Please return permission slips as soon as you can. Also consider volunteering to chaperone with us :)
- 5th Grade Moving On Ceremony/Music Concert will be held on Wednesday, June 7th from 1:30 pm- the end of the day (more info to come)
- Dear Families: Please find the Advanced Learning Newsletter for Randall here to learn more about Advanced Learning at Randall.
5th Grade Math this week....
- April Number Corner--This month will involve more work with volume once again. Students will also work with fractions as related to time and money. In addition, they will review learning on their understanding of decimals and number sense.
- This week we worked on fraction division.
- Next week we will work on exponents and powers of 10.
Literacy this week....
- Module 3--Athletes Leaders of Social Change
- We did some close reading a new text on Jim Abbott. We will be working on recognizing and explaining the similarities and differences between Jim Abbott and Jackie Robinson.
Science this week....
- Ecosystem Restoration Unit Question: How do organisms in an ecosystem get the matter and energy they need to grow and thrive?
- Ecosystem Restoration Chapter One Question: Why aren't jaguars and sloths growing and thriving?
SELS this week...
- Being a new student in a new country.
- Randall's behavior incentive goal for April is Extra Recess
- We are focusing on being an ally!!
- April's Goal for the whole school: 1200 Paws
Here's the "Randall Way" video for April:
https://youtu.be/FpsaQVYHxKMInterested in volunteering at Randall or chaperoning a field trip with your student's class? - start the process by visiting the Volunteering page at MMSD’s website.
Thursday, April 27, 2023
Math Project for 5th Grade Math Students (Donations from any family are welcome!!)
Dear 5th grade math Parents,
Our grade will be creating an animal volume zoo the last few weeks of school when we are done with the Bridges curriculum. We will be learning about how to calculate the volume of prisms individually and combined. Students will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge by creating an animal of their choice.These animals will be created with boxes.
We need your help to make this project happen. Please help your child find as many empty boxes of various sizes from home as possible to bring to school by Monday, May 15th. Students should try to find boxes that are easy to transport. Boxes larger than a backpack will be difficult to transport and wrap.
We are looking to borrow some hot glue guns. The students will be using them to glue their boxes together. If you are willing to let the class borrow your hot glue gun for 2 weeks, please send it in with your child with your name and the glue gun in a box/bag. Only teachers will be operating the hot glue guns. Thank you for considering this.
Donations that we will need include solid paper to wrap the boxes as well as any other materials that your child may need to make their animal look amazing. Buttons, cotton balls, pipe cleaners etc. Along with glue for the hot glue guns, and packing tape. Please send all donations by May 15th at the latest.
Some examples of boxes might be…
Empty medicine boxes
Soap boxes
Pasta boxes
Amazon boxes
Food boxes
Toothpaste boxes
Cereal boxes
Thank you for all your help. If you have any questions please
let us know.
Tina Godfrey, Kaylie Paulson, Kristin Faber, Karen Kampa and Sara Margolis
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