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The Fourth Grade Team
Mr. Vrudny, Mrs. Kirchner, Mrs. Scheurman, Mr. Nguyen, Ms. Warden
A Look at Fourth Grade Language Arts
Anthology StoriesWhole and small group instructionBook GroupsEmphasis on a variety of genresComprehension strategiesRead AloudSpellingGrammarWritingCommon assessments
A Look at Fourth Grade Math
Twelve units of studyJournal assignments that align with the daily
concepts taught in classStudy links – checked and signed Tests – given at the end of each unitTechnology to supplement: IXL, Xtra Math,
Khan Academy, etc.
A Look at Social Studies
Regions of the United States, Mexico, and Canada
Map SkillsCurrent EventsConstitution and the American Government
A Look at Science
Units of study include:Water PropertiesElectricity and MagnetismEarth MaterialsEnergy and Matter
A Look at Health
Variety of Topics - “The Great Body Shop” magazine form
Topics include: safety, digestion, drug/alcohol free, hearing, teeth, etc.
Basic Aid Training (volunteers needed)
Miscellaneous Classroom Information
Assignment Planners - Signed every night, great way to communicate with us
Family vacation? Complete assignments when you return
Report Cards – found online in January and June
Classroom Conferences - Individual teacher schedule, look for information coming soon
Homework
Math - journal page (JP) and study link (SL)Reading - at least 20 minutesOccasional homework in the other content areasOther work that is not completed during the
school day
Please note: We always have homework time built into our day. When students use time well, they can often complete work during the day.
Missing, Late, or Incomplete Homework
Fourth Grade Policy:Students will miss extra morning recess to
complete homework that is incomplete. If finished work was left at home they will still
miss recess.No calls homeWe want to work on good habits and
consequences that will encourage learning from mistakes. If a student is missing recess on a regular basis we will contact you directly and try to work on a plan to improve the situation.
Specialists
Physical Education – Ms. HurwitzMusic – Mrs. GardnerTechnology – Mr. HinnenkampArt – Ms. JoselynSpanish – Senorita Cartford
Expectations
We expect the children to:Follow the school philosophy: Be Safe, Be
Kind, Work HardBe respectful to classmates, teachers, staff,
parents, and visitorsTake responsibility for their choicesDo their very best and work hardParticipate in every activityAll students will follow their dismissal plan
unless a note is sent
Parent-Teacher Partnership
We ask that parents partner with us to…Stay informed of classroom and school
activities Set aside a time at home when homework can
be completedWork with your child on an organizational
model to get homework and materials back and forth to school each day
Communicate any concerns or questions you have
Closing Thoughts
Thank you for taking the time to attend today. We hope the information we shared will be helpful to you as the year progresses. We’re excited for a great year and we hope you are, too!
Closing Thoughts…Sign up for basic aid training at the tableConferences will be scheduled later!Field trips: Bakken Museum and Bowling