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Welcome to Fourth Grade!

We anticipate a great year with many new and exciting changes. Your kids will be preparing throughout the year for their first PSSA exams (Reading & Math). In reading we will start "Journeys"; our new literacy program. There will be whole group reading and guided reading practiced throughout the year. Math will continue with the Everyday Math program (know your basic addition, subtraction & multiplication facts). In science we will study about the Earth, space, weather, electricity, and plant/animals.

Keep up on the Book reports

Students are given opportunities throughout the day to work on reading and book reports, plus students should be reading 20 minutes each night (good opportunity to work toward completing the book reports at home).

ALL TESTS (reading, math, science) Need to be signed and returned!

 

Our goal is to have a lot of fun while learning!

Important dates/Events                  

  • May 4th    Early dismissal

  • May 16th    4th & 5th grade Spelling Bee

  • May 28th    No School      Memorial Day 

Specials Schedule

Day 1 Computer

Day 2 Library

Day 3 Physical Education

Day 4 Art

Day 5 Computer

Day 6 Music

 

Reading information:

Link to the Journeys Focus Wall below

When you click on the link you will need to click on the Lesson for that week:

Week of:

April 30th       Lesson 24

May 7th          Lesson 25

Journeys reading book Online (in case someone forgets it)

You mayneed to copy this link and paste it into another internet bar at the top if it doesn't take you to the site.

https://www-k6.thinkcentral.com/content/hsp/reading/journeys/na/gr4/ese_9780547360249_/launch.html#

(you can listen to the stories as they are read aloud:click the speaker on each page)

 

FOCUS WALL

http://www-k6.thinkcentral.com/content/hsp/reading/journeys/na/gr4/focuswall_9780547357980_/index.html

  • This has our vocabulary, spelling, writing, grammar and essential question for the week

Suggested School supply items to bring from home

  1. 1.  Pencils (10)
  2. 2.  Erasers (pencil top)
  3. 3.  Ear Buds (head phones for use on the computers)
  4. 4.  Washable markers (12 pack Crayola/ Rose Art etc.)
  5. 5.  Loose leaf 3-ring binder paper (1-2 packs)

Things not to bring (list may change during the year) If you have a question about something ask first before bringing

  1. 1.  NO cell phones
  2. 2.  NO electronics (games etc.)
  3. 3.  NO toys

There will be snack time

  • bring a nutrious snack & water bottle
  • popcorn, pretzels, crackers, granola bars etc.
  • NO candy/ junk food

Character Eduaction & Anti-Bullying

BE A BUDDY, not a bully!!

The Olweus anti-bullying program and Second Step character education program will be used throughout the year. Our goal is to create a community of caring responsible individuals who can make positive decisions when negative situations arise.

What to expect throughout the school year

  • A parent or guardian needs to sign your students Assignment Notebook each night. This helps build communication between parents, students and teachers.
  • Homework assignments are checked for completeness daily.
  • Students should be doing 20 minutes of self selected silent reading each night in addition to regular assignments.
  • If your child is participating in extra-curricular activities they are responsible for any work missed while out of class.

                       

           

  • ·  Everyday Math: Watch for Study Links
  • ·  Language Arts: Book reports will be assigned, 5 book reports per marking period (criteria will be discussed and sent home)

RULES&EXPECTATIONS note: changes will occur throughout the year

Our 4thGrade Class Expectations

Expectations and Classroom Rules:

1. You must be on time, and be prepared for class every day. This includes: your assignment notebook, your textbook, a folder, a notebook (writing tablet), and something to write with (Pencils for math).

2. Reduce noise pollution by raising your hand if you have a comment or question.

3. Show respect for yourself, your classmates, and your teacher.

4. Assignments are to be turned in at the beginning of class.

5. I should see you trying your best in everything that you do.

6. You will learn many routines that are used daily and are expected to be followed.

7. Rules outside the classroom will also be followed to ensure a safe learning environment.

8. Good manners are a must and as a class we will work hard together so that we are recognized for our positive attitudes and smart decisions.

Respect for others

  • ·Be Polite and Helpful (all manners apply: Please, Thank you etc,)
  • ·Keep the room clean
  • ·Be in class on time
  • ·Keep your hands to yourself
  • ·Listen to instructions the first time they are given
  • ·Do not use inappropriate Language
  • ·Have all material ready to use when school begins
  • ·Raise your hand and wait for permission to speak
  • ·Stay in your seat unless you have permission to do otherwise
  • ·Change tasks quickly and quietly

Rule of thumb: Only bring your backpack, homework, books, pencils, and positive learning attitude.

vWe will need tissues and hand sanitizer throughout the year.

We are a GREAT Fourth grade, and if you follow our class procedures learning will be so much easier and so much fun. Thank you for all of your cooperation in advance. Let’s have a wonderful, fun and exciting year of school!

Contact information:

rmacik@mail.athensasd.k12.pa.us
(570)358-3131

Journeys student book