End of Day

Morning Check In

https://padlet.com/kris_miller1/42mfvrl2wadfgd4i

Thursday’s work

Math:  Algebra
Objective:  “I can solve for unknown variables.”
Directions:
1. Watch video before your small group:  https://youtu.be/LDIiYKYvvdA
2. Small group.  Supplies:  Math textbook, pencil and paper

Reading:  Building Knowledge
Objective: “ I can read multiple texts.”
Directions:
1. Article a day/Book of Knowledge:  Getting to Know Planets.
2.  Mother Cats and Her Kittens, read and complete question set

Grammar:  Prepositions
Directions:
1. Grammar workbook, p. 98, all

*Handwriting:  Lesson 21 and Lesson 22
Send picture of completed free write - due Friday

Small Group Thursday:
Group AA @ 12, Group B @ 12:30, Group C @ 1, Group D @ 2

Wednesday’s Work 4/29

Support Class Wednesday

Art:    @9:30 ,   @9:45 

PE:      11 am.  You will need either 5 pieces of paper or 5 paper plates, #1-5
Sparks @1

**Mrs. Miller’s Fantastic 4th graders will meet at 2 pm.  I will send out the call.

Math:  Algebra

Objective: “I can solve variable equations.”

Directions:  

1. Daily word problem #5, Seesaw

2. IXL Math skill G.5,  Solve Variable Equations

Reading: Check for Understanding

Directions: Go to Easycbm

https://stann-tn.easycbm.com/

2.  Complete CCSS 4_7

Grammar:  workbook p. 97, 1-8
Religion:  enjoy live religious music  https://youtu.be/f0gwwJzqoX0

Thank you Savannah for sharing this link:) take a break and enjoy some music for a bit.

                         ***Wednesday is a good day to catch up on work***

Have you completed the assignments listed below?       Please double check!     

Readworks.  Field Trip.             

Readworks.  Why I am so tired?    

Readworks. What Causes Seasons?   

Brain Pop. Preposition Movie and Meme coding activity
Handwriting:  lesson 21 and lesson 22
Getting to Know the Planets:  5 articles read with 5 book of knowledge entries  

End of Day

Morning Check In

https://padlet.com/kris_miller1/ayx199ofg42tp5n9

Take today’s Padlet survey: Are you an ocean or a lake?  Explain.

Tuesday’s work. 4/28

Math:  Algebra
Objective:  “I can solve for an unknown variable.”
Directions:
1. Daily word problem #5 on Seesaw
2. Complete workbook p. 166, 1-6
* Be ready to share work in small groups

Reading:  Building Knowledge
Objective: “ I can read multiple text to increase my knowledge of a given topic.”
Directions:
1. Article a Day Set: Getting to Know Planets (select an article, Book of Knowledge entry)
2. Main Article:  Why am I so Tired? (Read and complete question set)

Religion: Foundation of the Christian Life
Objective:  “I can identify the 3 Sacraments of Christian Initiation.”
Directions:  Religion Workbook
Read, Highlight and Annotate pages 148-149
*Be ready to discuss in small groups

Small Group Tuesday:  Group AA @ 12, Group B @ 12:30, Group C @ 1, Group D @ 2
*focus for small groups:  Math and Religion

End of Day

                           Finish your work and get outside, so you can enjoy this beautiful day!

Morning Check In

Are you more of a foot or a sock?  Explain.

There are no right or wrong answers.  

Post your response on https://padlet.com/kris_miller1/u9ljjq3in3xw0ajp

Monday’s Work. 4/27

**CHECK SUPPORT TEACHER BLOG FOR WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT***
    Go to St. Ann school web page, click on teachers blog, scroll down to find Mr. Cooper (music), Ms. Lola (art), etc.

Math:  Algebra/ Variables
Objective: “ I can solve for a missing number.”
Directions:
1. Word problem of the day # 4 on Seesaw
2. Recap tutorial by Mrs. Miller on Seesaw (found under announcements)
2.  Math text book, page 445 7-16

Reading:  Read to Build Knowledge
Objective:  “I can improve my reading stamina.”
Directions: Read an article a day and then read the main article of the day (2 reading assignments!)

1. An article a day:  Getting to Know the Planets
(select one to read, then complete Book of Knowledge)

2.  The Field Trip, read and complete the question set

Grammar:  Prepositions
Objective:  “I can identify a prepositional phrase.”
Directions:
1. Watch tutorial video on Brain Pop https://www.brainpop.com/dashboard/assignments/4257acff79d067e3/periods/1e32abdb1f525f22
2. Complete coding activity on Brain Pop as it relates to prepositions


*Work on handwriting- lesson 22

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Thursday’s Work

Math:  Balancing Equations
Objective:  “I can find missing numbers.”
Tools:  Math text book, pencil and paper
Directions:
1. Day 4 word problem on seesaw
2. after watching the Math Antics tutorial, study the example on page 444, complete 1-6
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l3XzepN03KQ

Reading:
1. An Article a Day:  Getting to Know the Planets and Book of Knowledge (student choice)
2.  Main article of the day and question set to be completed:
     Group A:  Pluto The Planet That Wasn’t
     Group B:  The Moon’s Phases.
*check in hangouts for your group assignment

Science:  Space and Technology
Objective: “I can tell about the Earth’s water.”
Tools;  Ipad, seesaw
Directions:
1. watch the mystery science video- How deep does the ocean go?
2. Write and submit essay on seesaw. What is the main idea? What are the supporting details? And one interesting fact.
https://mysteryscience.com/mini-lessons/deep-ocean

Religion:  Beginners Bible- Noah’s Ark
Objective:  “I can identify symbols of faith.”
Water, Dove, Olive Branch, etc.
https://youtu.be/onnEaINBaGg

Small Group Thursday:  Group AA @ 12, Group B @ 12:30, Group C @ 1, Group D @ 2
* discussion topics:  balancing equations and student choice.

There are a handful of students that have not completed easycbm Vocaulary 4_4, please check.
https://stann-tn.easycbm.com/

Earth Day

"Praise to you, Lord, 

through our Sister Mother Earth, 

who helps and leads us, 

and who produces various fruit 

with colored flowers…"

                                     https://www.plt.org/educator-tips/earth-day-activities/
                   If you are looking for ways to celebrate visit the link above for some fun ideas.

Wednesday’s Work

Support Classes Today:
Art @ 9:30. *Ms. Lola will call you.
Gym @ 11:00. *have 5 pairs of socks rolled up and a basket * Mrs. Miller will host the call.
SPARKS @ 1:00. *Wendenon will call the sparks scholars


Math:
 Day 3, word problem on seesaw
IXL skill:  Math H.2 Function Table

Reading:
Getting to Know Your Planets
Article A Day and Book of Knowledge

Vocabulary:  EasyCbm 4_4
https://stann-tn.easycbm.com/

Science:  Space and Technology
Exploring Our Solar System-   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qd6nLM2QlWw


Use the rest of the day to catch up on any unfinished work and/or work on handwriting.

Check Out-

Listen to the song “Big Yellow Taxi” by Joni Mitchell
What is the message of this song?  How can you connect this song to Earth Day?
Send your replies on hangouts.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94bdMSCdw20



*** for Gym tomorrow you will need 5 pairs of socks and a basket.

Tuesday’s work

Math: Algebra
Objective:  “I can solve for an unknown function.”
Tools:  Math textbook, pencil and paper
Directions: 
1. Complete day 2, word problem, Making Change- Nathan and lollipops.
2. Watch mini video by Mrs. Miller on seesaw, look for sample student, under journal
3. Complete math txtbk p. 447, 8-13
4. Short answer: What is the relationship between the rule, the input, and the output in a function table.
* be ready to share work during small groups today

Reading: Building Knowledge
Objective:  “ I can build knowledge by reading a variety of articles.”
Directions:  
1. Article a Day (Learning about the Planets)  read and complete Book of Knowledge.
2. Read The Ever Changing Sky and complete the question set.

Religion: Re- read pages 146-147 for today’s small group.

Handwriting: Begin to work on handwriting daily.  Goal is to complete one lesson a week.

Science: Space and Technology
Objective: “ I can identify how old the earth is.”
Tools:  ipad, pencil and paper
Directions:  Watch the mini lesson on the link below.  Write a summary of the lesson, including the main idea, supporting details and an interesting fact.  Then submit your summary on Seesaw.
 https://mysteryscience.com/mini-lessons/old-earth?loc=mini-lesson-button#slide-id-8308

Small Group Tuesday: topics of discussion Math (txtbk. P. 446-447) and Religion (p. 146-147) please be prepared.
Group AA @ 12
Group B @ 12:30
Group C @ 1 pm
Group D @ 2 pm

2pm Check Out

Morning Check In

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12CmOw5MY0E

Listen to the song He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands then go the the link below.

https://forms.gle/fRz5uGbnNuUUZNs4A

Frog Challenge

 https://kids.sandiegozoo.org/videos/fantastic-frogs

Watch the video about the frogs at the San Diego Zoo.  Then answer these questions:
1. Amphibian means _________________.
2.  What gives frogs clinging power?   Mucus or Super Glue
3. What science term best describes how frogs blend into their environment? Camouflage or Hiding
4. Challenge question:  what is a group of frogs called?
5. What can you do to help frogs?

The ultimate challenge:  find a frog in your backyard and send me a picture of you and your frog!!

Friday’s Work

Math: Grid Graphs
Objective:  “I can use grid graphs to identify ordered pairs.”
Tools:  Ipad
Directions: go to the link below
https://kahoot.it/challenge/0810325?challenge-id=71513e6c-749e-4cc2-a7d4-73df8ce5f38f_1587130425520

Reading/Writing:  Listen to the story about Jane Addams.
Objective:  “I can write about the cause and effect of an historical figure.”
Directions:   Write a 2 paragraph cause and effect response as it relates to Jane Addams.  Write final draft in seesaw (follow my directions/ the activity you see on seesaw has other directions.)
Tools: Ipad, seesaw   *look over the student sample example in seesaw*

The first paragraph is to describe the events or feelings that caused or led to the important events that cause Jane Addams be an advocate for the poor.  The second paragraph is to describe the effects of the important events her in life.

Example:
Paragraph 1:  One important event from this book is when Jane Addams . . .
Another event that happened was. . . . .

Paragraph 2:  The effect of these important events in her life was that . . . .
The impact that she had on history was. . . .

Vocabulary Quiz:  https://forms.gle/c4sFRXXU6MoE2SyD9

Religion:  Read pages 146-147. Focus on the Sacraments of Christian Initiations.

Nat. Geo. Explorer Classroom

Click on the Padlet survey link below.  Share two things you learned and one wondering as it relates to today’s lesson on frogs.


https://padlet.com/kris_miller1/97s9tefw4a3uw71j

Classroom Explorer @ 1 pm

https://www.youtube.com/c/NatGeoEdOrg/live

Click on the link above.

When the event begins use the YouTube chat bar, found on the right side or below the video.  Use the chat bar to introduce yourself and ask questions.

If you don’t see the streaming  LIVE NOW announcement right at 1 p.m. (2pm EST) don’t worry! 

Live streaming can sometimes take a few minutes to upload.  Nat Geo suggest hitting the refresh button about once a minute if needed.

During the live streaming record your notes and any drawings on paper.  Divide the paper in half, title the left side “Things Learned” and title the right side “Wonderings.”  

Explorer Classroom/ National Geographic

Frog discovery with Jodi Rowley at 1p.m.   I will post the link on our classroom blog so you can join in- (as with anything new, we might experience some bumps in the road, but hopefully that won’t happen today.)

**for Group C- we need to change our meeting time to 11:30 today because of Explorer Classroom.

Thursday’s work

Math: Coordinate Geometry
Objective:  “I can interpret line graphs.”
Tools: ipad, seesaw
Directions: go to seesaw, watch Mrs. Miller’s tutorial video, after reading the directions complete the grid graph activity.

Reading:  Biographies
Objective:  “I can read with intention.”
Tools: ipad, pencil and paper
Directions:  As you listen to the story, focus on this question- Why did Jane Addams decide to move into a house in one of the poorest neighborhoods in Chicago?
https://www.storylineonline.net/books/house-that-jane-built/
Stop and jot as you listen.
**be ready to discuss your notes from yesterday and today during small groups*

Grammar:  IXL, ELA skill OO.13 (comparative/superlative adverbs)

Vocabulary:  Write a short story using at least 6 vocabulary terms from Unit 11.
*Friday is the vocabulary quiz.

Small Group Thursday:
Group C @ 11:30 ** for today only**
Group AA @ 12 noon
Group B @ 12:30 pm
Group D @ 2pm

End of Day with Kahoot!

Click on the link below and take the Kahoot! Challenge.  The focus is comparative/superlative adverbs with a total of 10 questions.

https://kahoot.it/challenge/08267352?challenge-id=71513e6c-749e-4cc2-a7d4-73df8ce5f38f_1586975604969

PIN number is 0826732

Since this is our first time Kahoots! remotely, we might encounter some problems.  Just give it a try and let me know if it works.  *send a text via hangouts

Checking in with adverbs

Focus Fox

Wednesday’s Work

Support Classes today: be ready to meet with your support teacher at the times listed on hangouts.
9:30 Art with Ms. Lola
11:00 P.E with Ms. Angotti.  Focus:  Yoga


Math:  Coordinate Geometry
Objective: “I can identify ordered pairs.”
Tools:  ipad, seesaw, math workbook
Directions:  go to seesaw, watch Mrs. Miller’s tutorial video (look in messages) then complete
IXL math skill I.2 and I.4

Reading:  The House that Jane Built. (We will work on this story for the remainder of the week)
Objective:  “I can identify the theme of a story.”
Tools:  ipad, pencil, paper and ears
Directions:  listen to the true story (biography) about Jane Addams.
What is the theme of the story?  List 6 important facts about Jane.
https://www.storylineonline.net/books/house-that-jane-built/

 Social Studies: Graphic Sources
Objective:  “I can use maps to answer questions about the Rosetta Stone.”
Tools: ipad, and blue practice workbook page 188
Directions: go to the link below and visit the British Art Museum to learn more about the Rosetta Stone.  Then complete workbook page 188, send picture of completed work to Mrs. Miller
https://www.khanacademy.org/humanities/world-history/world-history-beginnings/ancient/v/rosetta-stone-196-b-c-e

Grammar: workbook, page 95 (comparative and superlative adverbs)
*continue to study vocabulary words

End of Day

Thank you to all scholars for a good working day!  

I enjoyed the rich discussions shared during our small group sessions.  We explored bread, water and other symbols of faith that Jesus used to share God’s love for all people.

“I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger.”

                      John 6:35

Reading Strategies

Tuesday’s Work

*Remember to check support teachers blog for your weekly assignments.

Math:  Coordinate Geometry
Objective:  “I can identify coordinates on a grid graph.”
Tools:  Math text book, page 346-347
Directions:  Watch tutorial video, go over the vocabulary terms on page 346, then complete question set 7-18 on page 347.
Terms to know: origin, ordered pair, coordinate grid, x and y axis
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nxUPNCq2DUs

Reading:  Ruff Ruff’s hotel adventure
Objective:  “I can identify main idea and details.”
Tools:  ipad, Newsela
Directions:  go to Newsela, read about Ruff Ruff, then complete questions 1-4 and the writing prompt.

Social Studies:  Graphic Sources
Objective:  “I can answer questions using a time line.”
Directions:  A time line organizes information in chronological order (sequence) and makes things easy to see. Study the timeline about Hieroglyphics and the Rosetta Stone, then answer questions 1-5.
Tools: Blue practice workbook, page 187.  The link below goes over timelines.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o50HA6QTxj0

Vocabulary:  continue to study vocabulary words, work on page 113.  *test scheduled for Friday

Small Group Tuesday:
Group AA @12 noon, Group B @ 12:30, Group C @ 1pm and Group D @ 2 pm
**please have Religion workbook, Chapter 11, page143.  Topic:  Gift of Knowledge

Good Friday. -No School

                                        My God, I believe, I adore, I hope and I love You!  

Holy Thursday- No School

A prayer for protection in a time of pandemic.  Take time today to pray for those in need.
Adapted from the prayer of Pope Francis.

End of Day

Click here to listen: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oxHnRfhDmrk

In art class you have been researching the impressionist artist Vincent Van Gogh.  The print you see here is from the Philadelphia Fine Arts Museum and it hangs in my sitting room.  There is so much emotion in his work, and I especially like this picture, titled La Mousme.  I often wonder, what is she thinking about?  And, I like to imagine stories about her and her life.  I think that Van Gogh must have liked this girl very much, for he painted her so beautifully.

Listen to this song by Don McLean, about Vincent Van Gogh. Then email me your answers to the questions below.

Authors purpose:   1. Why did the author write this song?

                               2.  What emotions is he trying to convey?

                               3.  What was Van Gogh struggling with?

                               4.  How do you feel about Van Gogh’s work and why?

                             

10 am Check In

“I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me will never hunger.” John 6:35

Wednesday’s Work

Math:  Review Skill
Objective:  “ I can demonstrate mastery of learned algebra skills.”
Tools:  ipad
Directions: go to easy cbm, complete Math Operations and Algebra 4_6
https://stann-tn.easycbm.com/

*skills covered: place value, estimation, order of operations (PEMDAS), multiplication and word problems (be careful to identify key words that give clues on which operation is needed to solve for the answer)

Reading/Social Studies:  Biographies
Objective:  “ I can identify characteristics of perseverance.”
Tools: ipad, readworks
Directions:  Read the true story of Malta Yousafazi and how she was determined to be educated. Then complete the question set.
https://www.readworks.org/

Science:  Coin Tower Trick- Sick Science
Directions:  Go to seesaw, read and follow the directions for Coin Trick

Grammar:  Adverbs
Objective:  “ I can identify comparative adverbs.”
Tools: ipad, IXL
Directions: go to IXL ELA skill OO.10

Vocabulary:  continue to practice vocabulary terms.  Student choice-visit vocabulary workshop or make flash cards

**SPARKS meets today with Mrs. Wendenon from1-2 p.m.**

End of Day: W.I.T prayer

Happy Tuesday!

Tuesday’s work

Math: Review Rounding
Objective: “ I can round to any given place value.”
https://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic-home/arith-place-value/arith-rounding/v/examples-rounding-to-the-nearest-10-and-100
Directions: click on the link above
Next go to IXL math skill A.21; though we did this at the beginning of the school year -I want you to redo the skill, IXL will give you a different set of problems to solve.

Reading:  Comprehension
Objective:  “I can read a passage and use text evidence to answer questions.”
Tools:  ipad
Directions: go to Readworks  Easter Island Statues, read carefully, highlight, annotate then answer question set.

Grammar: Adverbs
Objective:  “I can use adverbs to compare.”
Tools: ipad, grammar workbook, highlighter and pencil
Directions:  see Mrs. Miller’s tutorial video on seesaw, look in journals, then complete grammar workbook p. 94

Vocabulary: wkbk. P. 112,

Religion:  The Story of Easter-The Beginners Bible
 video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0PSgoPdKQFQ

**small groups meet today; have grammar workbook on the ready**
Group AA @ 12 noon
Group B @ 12:30
Group C @ 1 pm
Group D @ 2 pm

End of Day

2020 Covid-19 Time Capsule (sheets)

Dear Scholars and Families,
This engaging journal activity is a way for your child or children to record their feelings, and experiences during this historic time.
This activity is not required for a grade- it is for personal use.

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MaM2RBrqyDeyKFCG8impDgfuZ8a2tIZ-/view?fbclid=IwAR0X7xJ2_408QNBPjw7mgMQaD6OG1ph-Nj3ZCTLCbMHQJEUS7jbRg2Y7pjI

10 am Check In

Monday’s Work

Math: Algebra
Objective:  “I can demonstrate mastery in the area of algebra.”
Tools:  ipad
Directions:  Go to EasyCBM, complete task Number Operations and Algebra 4_5
https://stann-tn.easycbm.com/

Reading:  Cause and Effect
Objective:  “I can identify cause and effect of blockades.”
Tools:  Vocabulary Workshop workbook, highlighter and pencil
Directions:  read, annotate, and highlight main idea and supporting detail as it relates to the report Blockades Through the Centuries, found on page 108-109, then complete vocabulary work on page 110-111.
*to listen to this passage visit vocabulary workshop.com, vocabulary practice available too.

Grammar:  Comparative and Superlative Adverbs
Tools: grammar workbook p. 93, 1-6

Social Studies: Navajo Language
Objective:  “I can explain the importance of “Code Talkers” during WWII.”
Tools: ipad, Blue practice workbook, p. 186, pencil and highlighter (Send pic of work to Mrs. Miller)
Directions: click on the link below and watch the video, then read and complete workbook p.186
https://www.doi.gov/video/national-navajo-code-talkers-day

Religion:  A Prayer of Meditation
A meditation is a prayer in which we use our imagination.  Find a quiet spot outside.  Close your eyes. Remember the Holy Spirit lives within you.  Leave plenty of silent time for reflection.  In the silence God speaks to us-meditate and engage in private prayer with Jesus.

End of Day

Great fun was had by all on our school field trip to Washington’s Aquarium.  We learned about different kinds of fish, how they help their ecosystem, and we learned about scuba gear and how the aquarium houses all their fish.  I enjoyed the pictures and summaries that you submitted.  And, how cool was it that we all wore our St. Ann Colts t-shirts to the aquarium- way to represent Colt Pride!!
Thanks again for your hard work and enjoy a fun, restful weekend with your families.
See you on Monday.

4/3 Friday’s Work

Field Trip:

Today we are going to the Seattle Aquarium:  

Phase One:  

Watch and listen as our tour guide explains about aquatic life.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mY8__n13tKM&feature=youtu.be

Phase Two:

Watch fish swim in real time- keep a look out for a shark or a whale.

https://www.georgiaaquarium.org/webcam/ocean-voyager/

Phase Three:

Watch jelly fish swim in real time.

https://www.montereybayaquarium.org/animals/live-cams/jelly-cam

Phase Four:

Report back to Mrs. Miller, send an email. Include a summary of your experience and  share with 3 things you learned.

Have Fun:)

***see morning message from Petunia, scroll down to 1st post from this am

Morning Message from Petunia

10 am Check in

https://forms.gle/diuukAjFkqWvan347

Click on the link above and complete today’s check in prompts. ☀

4/2 Thursday’s work

Math:  Similar figures

Objective:  “I can identify similar figures.”

Tools:  Math workbook

Directions:  read the directions on wkbk. P. 126 then complete 1-9

Thursday Small Group Assignment:
Reading/Listening: Narrative Fiction.  -Me and My Cat
Objective:  “I can be an attentive listener.”
Click on the link below and listen to the story Me and My Cat as read by Elijah Woods
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eDzISc6o_Xs&feature=emb_rel_pause

1. What is the plot of the story?
2. Where is the setting?
3. Who are the characters?
4.  What is the theme or lesson?
5.  What is the POV and author's purpose?
6.  How can you connect this text to yourself, another text, or another subject?
*Be prepared to share your thinking during small group meetings today


Social Studies:  Map skills
Objective: “I can identify lines of longitude and latitude.”
Tools: ipad
Directions:  Watch Brain Pop and go to IXL social studies skill F.2

Religion:  Kindness
Objective:  “I can share kindness.”
Tools:  ipad and seesaw
Directions: go to seesaw and complete Kindness activity

End of Day

Birthday reveal. . . . . Happy 1st Birthday to Petunia🎂🎉𞲫🎁

10 am Check In (Required)

https://forms.gle/tgp8Uo1kifLKyKHG6

Click on the link above and answer the questions.

4/1 Wednesday’s work

Math:  Triangles

Objective:  “I can classify triangles.”

Tools:  math textbook 338-339, ipad

Directions:  view tutorial video, then complete textbook p. 339, 1-9.  Next, complete review skills on EasyCBM, math numbers and operations 4_4

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mLeNaZcy-hE

ELA/Listening:  Develop listening skills to identify elements of narrative fiction

Objective:  “I can identify characters, sequence of events and setting.”

Tools:  ipad, pencil and paper

Directions:  Visit seesaw, go to the assigned activity Six_Minutes, carefully read and follow the directions!!

Social Studies:  Review Cardinal directions.
See video, then complete IXL Social Studies F.1

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yOv_6yyuJJg

*SPARKS: to meet with Ms. Wendenon from 1-2 on hangouts.