What we are learning:
These are the essential questions for our Standards and Units of Study:
Science – How do I compare and describe various animals? Students have learned that air, water, food and shelter are the basic needs for animals to survive and grow. We have compared and identified animals in each of the six classifications of animals. When outside with your child see if they are able to identify different animals and what classification they are apart of.
Phonics – How do I read long vowel sounds in one syllable words? We have studied and identified words that contain the long ā, ē, ī, ō and ū vowels. Look around the house or in the neighborhood and find examples of words that contain long vowels.
Reading – How do I make connections between text and/or personal experiences? We have discussed how poems paints pictures with words and students have written their own animal poem. We have also discussed how to appreciate literature by looking and sharing our library books.
Mathematics – How do I compare and/or order the length, weight, or capacity of two or more objects? Students have used non-standard units of measurement, such as paperclips, cubes, and bowls. We have compared estimates with actual measurements. Their favorite activity was to see how many paperclips it took to measure their shoe.
News from School:
School Yearbook Sales
The Dowell Yearbook is now on sale! There are only 50 copies still available for those who have not ordered. You may purchase a yearbook for just $30 as long as they last.
Dowell Fitness Night
All Activities are FREE!
When: Thursday, April 21st 5:30-8:00 pm
Where: Dowell Elementary
What and Who will be there: Special Guest: Kennesaw State University, Pro Health and Rehab, American Cancer Society, Living Waters Martial Arts Studio, Gold’s Gym, Cobb Parks and Recreation, Cobb County Food & Nutrition, Osborne High School JROTC. Services: Free vision and blood pressure screenings, nutritional and fitness tips from nutrition, health and fitness experts.
Come join the many fun activities and learn about how to stay healthy!
Career Day and Careers on Wheels
Thursday, April 28th individuals are needed to come and share their career with the Dowell students. Please let me know if you are interested.
Friday, April 29th Careers on Wheels will be held in the school bus lot. Please let me know if you would like to share your mobile job with the students.
Mark your calendar with these events:
April 4-8 NO SCHOOL – Spring Break
April 13-15 1st Grade CRCT Instructional Testing
April 21 All Pro Dad’s Breakfast
April 21 Dowell Fitness Night
April 22 Earth Day
April 28 Career Day
April 29 Careers on Wheels
Contact Information
Email: Mrs. Margaret Reece: margaret.reece@cobbk12.org
Blog Address: http://dowell.typepad.com/pdt/
Dowell Elementary: 2121 West Sandtown Road, Marietta, GA 30064
Phone: 678.594.8059
Dowell Elementary Website: http://www.cobbk12.org/Dowell/
Cobb County School District Website: http://www.cobbk12.org
CCSD Legal Disclaimer: http://www.cobbk12.org/legal.htm
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