Classrooms in the Spotlight Mr. Peterson’s 4th Grade Happenings As we enter the last few weeks of school, the 4th Graders in my room have been very active with their learning. Collaboration continues to be a driving force within our room, as well as thinking critically and

learning from our mistakes. We continue to make progress in self-control, organization, and being leaders amongst each other. One of the true “Greatness” qualities that has emerged within our room is CELEBRATING OTHERS’ SUCCESSES!! Here are a few of the “Happenings” from the past few weeks: Science: We have finished our “Planet Projects”. The students used various research techniques to acquire information for a specific planet, as well as creating a poster-board full of pictures and information. Math: The students have been working on multiplying 2-digit by 2-digit numbers, while using an “Area Model”. Also, they have been dividing up to 4 digit dividends. They are making great strides with different methods of instruction, while being able to see that there are many ways to attain an acceptable answer. Social Studies: Our studies of ND continue, while looking at American Indians of ND. The students have really been engaged while learning about cultures, homes, family roles, and reservations. Upcoming SS Project: The students will be creating a traditional “American Indian” home as part of their project coming up shortly. I am super excited to see more creativity from the children. **Lastly, as the school year comes close to ending, I want to remind everyone that education is a choice! We must continue to support and strengthen our relationships with one another, so success is our only option. Let’s finish STRONG!! “Go Raiders”

Mr. Beach—PE Roosevelt Raiders 2nd - 5th graders participated in an awesome two week skating unit sponsored by our wonderful Raider parents. It was fun for all who participated and will be part of the PE curriculum again next year.

Raiders Rock!

Go Raiders!

Roosevelt Reader May Issue

2017

Inside this issue:

Classrooms in the Spotlight

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Pizza Party 5th Grade Celebration

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Award Assemblies 5th Grade Celebration

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Important Dates Boys & Girls Track Lost & Found

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Principal’s Corner Counseling Connection

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Roosevelt Elementary School

Classrooms in the Spotlight Miss Grehl & Mrs. Carlson’s Second Grade

Over the past month, both second grade classes participated in their annual penguin project. Students get to choose one of the many types of penguin spe-

cies and conduct research on the penguin that they choose. The students work in pairs to research the penguin species of their choice and learn facts about that penguin. After conducting research, students write a research report that tells about their penguin. They get to apply the typing skills that we have been learning to type up their report. After their report is done, students get to apply math measurement skills and draw a model of their penguin. Students use the research information to create a model penguin that is just the right size. At the end of the project, students present their reports and penguin models to the class. Students learn information about the other types of penguins through these penguin reports. Our classes really enjoyed learning about the various species of penguins and the similarities and differences between them.

TITLE I Title I Teachers: Mrs. Selvig & Mrs. Koropatnicki

Roosevelt Elementary School’s Annual Title 1 Family Night was held on Tuesday, April 11, 2017. The night began with Domino’s Pizza served by Roosevelt’s Support Staff. Then families were able to visit their children’s classroom and play games together. Thanks to all who attended!

Mrs. Smith awarded the top sellers in each classroom of the Chocolate Bar Fundraiser a trip to Dominoes on March 31, 2017 . They all enjoyed their own personal pizza, cinna-sticks, super fudgy brownies, and a beverage. The winners were: Athena Johnson, Ruby Leigh, Rylee Wolf, Kaylee Haas, Christian Wilkinson, Abrianna Nitschke, Alexi Harrell, McKenna Nieswaag, Kade Dewald, Jaxson Kolpin, Dakota Martinson, and Hannah Soulis.

Thanks Mrs. Smith for the Pizza Party!

Congratulations

5th grade students we are very proud of you!

You are cordially invited to celebrate the accomplishments of our

5th grade students.

Tuesday, May 23, 2017

2:00 PM

Raider Gym.

Refreshments will be served.

Pizza Party Awarded

5th Grade Celebration

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Kinder Field Trips: May 1—Mrs. Roberts’ class walks to Domino’s Pizza at 1:00

May 5—Mrs. Offner’s and Mrs. Roberts’ class travel to Yonker’s Farm in Fargo

May 8—Mrs. Offner’s class walks to Domino’s Pizza at 1:00

May 11—Mrs. Roberts’ class walks to the Public Library at 1:00

May 18—Mrs. Offner’s class walks to the Public Library at 1:00

May 19—Mrs. Offner’s & Mrs. Roberts’ class walks to the City Park from 10:00-2:30

The following dates have been set aside for Grade Level Field Trips: Grade 1: May 16-Both classes walk to the Public Library

Grade 1: May 23—Both classes go to the movie theater in the morning, back

to school for lunch, go to the park in the afternoon

Grade 2: May 16—Both classes go to the Frontier Fort & Buffalo Museum

Grade 3: May 18—Both classes travel to the Bismarck Zoo

Grade 4: May 17—Both classes travel to the Bismarck Capital and Fort Lincoln

Grade 4 & 5: May 10—Both classes go to Market Place for Kids at UJ

Grade 5: May 5—Walking trip to the Middle School

ALL Students: May 25—Raider Spirit Day & Assembly

2016-2017 AWARDS ASSEMBLIES Awards Day will be held in the Roosevelt Raiders Gym at the following times

Monday, May 22, 2017: 9:00—1st & 2nd Grades 10:00—Kindergarten (Awards & Program) 2:00—3rd & 4th Grades

Tuesday, May 23, 2017 2:00—5th Grade Celebration

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Field Trips Set

615 6th St SE Jamestown North Dakota 58401

Roosevelt Elementary School

BOYS/GIRLS TRACK Boys & Girls track started on April 10, 2017. Events included in El-ementary Track include; 100 meter dash, 200 meter dash, 400 me-ter dash, 800 meter run, shot put, discus, long jump, and three sprint relays. Students signed up for this activity are: Camron An-derson, Tobin Bear, Isaac Duven, Austin Kapp, Hannah Soulis, Kris-ten Spanier, Peighton Walker, Liliana Weatherly.

GO RAIDERS!!

LOST AND FOUND

A lot of items have accumulated on the Lost & Found table. If your child (ren) are missing any items, please come and help them look for them on the Lost & Found table. The last day of school, May 25, 2017, all remaining items will be taken to the Goodwill Store.

Phone: 701-252-1679 Fax: 701-952-2395

Roosevelt Elementary “Where Treasures are

Discovered!

Important Dates

*May 1-5– Teacher Appreciation Week-Thank you teachers for all you do!

*May 1-12– STARS testing

*May 4– 3:30 Track Meet at UJ

*May 8– 10:00 JHS Jazz Choir in Raider Gym

*May 9– TAG Maker Day at Washington School

*May 10– School Nurse’s Day– Thank you Nurse Angie for all you do!

*May 10– MarketPlace for Kids for 4th-5th grades

*May 11– Show your Greatness in being fair! Exercise fairness! Wear your exercise clothes

*May 22-Awards Assemblies:

9:00 1st grade & 2nd grade

10:00 Kinder (Awards & Program)

2:00 3rd grade & 4th grade

*May 23– 2:00 5th grade celebration

*May 24-”Picnic with the People we LOVE!”

*May 24– Raider Talent Show for grades 3-4-5 in the Raider Gym at 9:30

*May 25– Raider Spirit Day! Rally * Celebration

*May 25-Last Day of School-Early dismissal 12:50--Report cards go home

Principal’s Corner

Dear Roosevelt Raider Families:

As the school year comes to a close, our minds and hearts are filled to the brim. It’s been a great year! What a terrific school! Together we’ve learned much and shared experiences that will long remain with us in the years to come. The strength of our community and wholehearted passion to make our school a wonderful place of learning for our children primarily but for all of us makes Roosevelt truly a special place.

To those of you who are leaving us for new places and new adventures, we wish you all the best. Congratulations to a wonderful group of 5th graders as you move on to 6th grade at JMS. Remember to show your Greatness!!!

Well wishes and saddened hearts, as Mrs. Gehlhar, Mrs. Stewart and Mrs. Wallace are retir-ing. We want to thank-you for your love and service you have provided to the children of Jamestown Public Schools. Together they have provided 98 years of changing children’s lives. That is pretty amazing. They have been a gift to many and will undoubtedly be missed. Happy Retirement Gals!!!

For your calendaring pleasure, the first day of school begins on August 24, 2017. Back to school Adventure is August 22, 2017 from 4:00-6:00.

Until then, enjoy a restful and replenishing summer with your families. And kids don’t forget to Read and practice your Math facts.

See you in August,

Mrs. Smith

Ashley Michael, Lincoln & Washington

Tressi Mitchell, Louis L’Amour & Washington

Shane Ringdahl, Gussner & Louis L’Amour

Lisa Anderson, Roosevelt & Washington

Tips for a Successful Summer!

1. Make a schedule. Our sessions are often more successful when our children have a visual to

help them transition from one activity to the next. You can do this as well by writing out a list

of the daily “to do’s,” or a visual schedule with photos or cartoons of the daily activities. You

may want to have your child cross off each completed item, or move the picture icon from a

“to do” to “all done” side of the schedule.

2. Decide how much time you are comfortable with your child having electronics and put it

on the schedule. If you feel like 30 minutes is appropriate for iPad time then write it out so

there are clear expectations on the schedule (e.g. “Computer games—20 minutes”). Since our

students often respond well to structure, a clear beginning and end time for these preferred

activities can make the transition smoother. A timer that your child can hear, or even a visual

timer (available as an app on a phone or tablet) could be a good way to signal the change in

activity. Additionally, use can use these activities as reinforcers by placing them on the

schedule directly after a less preferred activity (i.e. “first clean-up then iPad”).

3. Incorporate things your child can do independently onto the schedule. If you’re child loves

to play legos or look at comics, then put this on the schedule as well (also set a timer). Breaks

and vacation days are a great opportunity for children to build up these independent leisure

skills, so that they can keep themselves engaged with these activities for increased durations.

4. Get outside! Whether it’s a walk to the park, a lawn game, or even helping out with chores—

some fresh air will do everyone good, and it’s a great way to break up the day. Going for a

walk is a great way to practice safety skills in the community (stopping and waiting, crossing

the street, etc.), and the children can practice social interactions as well. If there is a preferred

community outing that your child really likes (the park, a certain store), again, use this as a

reinforcer by placing it directly after a more difficult task on their schedule.

5. Arts and Crafts. There are plenty of websites nowadays that can help you to derive some

activities out of what you have in your house. Make a collage out of magazine clippings or

make homemade play doh! There are tons of different sensory activities you can explore

using household ingredients, such as slime, gak, moon sand, and much more! Use this as an

opportunity to practice the fine motor skills your child has learned in school. Additionally,

you may discover your children really enjoy the sensory input from the different materials.

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