Math (4B only) - Finish the tongue twister x worksheet
PRAYER SERVICE TIME CHANGE - Please note that due to a funeral, the prayer service tomorrow has been moved to 2:15 p.m.
NO HOT LUNCH served tomorrow. All students should pack a lunch with drink.
Thanks, room moms, for another great party!
Monday, December 20, 2010
Friday, December 17, 2010
Grade 4 News - December 17, 2010
Language Arts News -
Persuasive Writing Letter - All students have been working hard on their persuasive writing piece. Perhaps because the subject matter involves writing a family member to ask for that present they've been wanting for Christmas! You should see a copy of their final draft somewhere in their binders or Friday Folders today. We're keeping the originals here for their writing portfolios. Look for these!
Diary assignments were shared today and I can't wait to read them over the break. Students really used their creativity for this!
Math News- We are working on two-digit x two-digit mulitiplication. Please practice more of these over the weekend and over the break! It's a process I don't want them to forget! Also, don't forget to brush up on those math facts over break. We are moving into larger problems and it's going to be essential that students stay on top of these.
There are two Math assessments in today's Friday folder that need returned for portfolios. Thanks for seeing that these are returned promptly!
Looking ahead to next week:
Christmas parties - Monday at 2:00 p.m.
Prayer Service - Tuesday at 9:30. We are also working on classroom auction projects Tuesday. The auction committee would like to remind you to send in a recipe for this. Thanks!
Interims were mailed for some students today, and Terra Nova test results should be arriving in your mailbox soon.
Take some time to savor the season! Take a deep breath from all your baking, shopping, and cards, and try to find time to celebrate the reason for the season.
Happy Advent- Next newsletter will be in 2011!,
Laurie Smith
PS- Sorry...no longer will I be posting family pictures. Per new Diocesan Policy, this web page is strictly for the use of my ministry at St. Brendan. Thank you for understanding.
Persuasive Writing Letter - All students have been working hard on their persuasive writing piece. Perhaps because the subject matter involves writing a family member to ask for that present they've been wanting for Christmas! You should see a copy of their final draft somewhere in their binders or Friday Folders today. We're keeping the originals here for their writing portfolios. Look for these!
Diary assignments were shared today and I can't wait to read them over the break. Students really used their creativity for this!
Math News- We are working on two-digit x two-digit mulitiplication. Please practice more of these over the weekend and over the break! It's a process I don't want them to forget! Also, don't forget to brush up on those math facts over break. We are moving into larger problems and it's going to be essential that students stay on top of these.
There are two Math assessments in today's Friday folder that need returned for portfolios. Thanks for seeing that these are returned promptly!
Looking ahead to next week:
Christmas parties - Monday at 2:00 p.m.
Prayer Service - Tuesday at 9:30. We are also working on classroom auction projects Tuesday. The auction committee would like to remind you to send in a recipe for this. Thanks!
Interims were mailed for some students today, and Terra Nova test results should be arriving in your mailbox soon.
Take some time to savor the season! Take a deep breath from all your baking, shopping, and cards, and try to find time to celebrate the reason for the season.
Happy Advent- Next newsletter will be in 2011!,
Laurie Smith
PS- Sorry...no longer will I be posting family pictures. Per new Diocesan Policy, this web page is strictly for the use of my ministry at St. Brendan. Thank you for understanding.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling test tomorrow!
Diary assignment is due.
Math- Finish 8 math problems on half-sheet.
We're learning two-digits x two-digits! Practice some of these at home in your spare time!
***RUMOR HAS IT ----->that the 4th Grade is making treats for the Bake Sale tomorrow. Sorry for the last minute notice. We were not aware until 3pm today!!!
Diary assignment is due.
Math- Finish 8 math problems on half-sheet.
We're learning two-digits x two-digits! Practice some of these at home in your spare time!
***RUMOR HAS IT ----->that the 4th Grade is making treats for the Bake Sale tomorrow. Sorry for the last minute notice. We were not aware until 3pm today!!!
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling Funky
Diary Assignment due Friday
Math- No Homework! Ask students about the Math game we played today. This would be an easy and fun way to reinforce Math over break.
Diary Assignment due Friday
Math- No Homework! Ask students about the Math game we played today. This would be an easy and fun way to reinforce Math over break.
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Monday, December 13, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Diary assignment due Friday. Spelling workbook pages 77-79 should be completed tonight if not already. Current Events conclude tomorrow.
Math - Finish WB pg. 71
Math - Finish WB pg. 71
Friday, December 10, 2010
Grade 4 News - December 10, 2010
Congratulations!
We are so proud of our 4th graders this week. The Christmas program was delightful and we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. If anyone has a DVD to send in, the students would love to view this sometime before the holiday break. Let us know if you have one to share!
Spelling Bee Results
Congratulations to the following students who will represent grade 4 in the Senior Spelling Bee in January: Eddie Zink, Ivy Quinn, Madison Strane, and Emily Hatfield. Alternates will be Jack Riendeau and Julia Lyle. All six students will receive study books from Mrs. Roberts to work on over the break. Happy studying, spellers! We'll all be rooting for you in January!
Looking Ahead - Friday December 17th - Interims will be mailed for any students currently receiving an N in any of the standards. Also be checking your mailbox for your child's Terra Nova test results.
Next Friday is a Bake Sale day- Bring your quarters!
Language Arts - Diaries are due December 17th. I'm anxious to see how students are doing with this fun project. This week in class we will also be finishing up our book reports and persuasive letters.
Math- We continue to move into more difficult multiplication problems. This week we'll begin looking at 2 digit x 2 digits. It's essential that your child know their facts so we can move on with our studies. Keep practicing!
We are so proud of our 4th graders this week. The Christmas program was delightful and we hope you enjoyed it as much as we did. If anyone has a DVD to send in, the students would love to view this sometime before the holiday break. Let us know if you have one to share!
Spelling Bee Results
Congratulations to the following students who will represent grade 4 in the Senior Spelling Bee in January: Eddie Zink, Ivy Quinn, Madison Strane, and Emily Hatfield. Alternates will be Jack Riendeau and Julia Lyle. All six students will receive study books from Mrs. Roberts to work on over the break. Happy studying, spellers! We'll all be rooting for you in January!
Looking Ahead - Friday December 17th - Interims will be mailed for any students currently receiving an N in any of the standards. Also be checking your mailbox for your child's Terra Nova test results.
Next Friday is a Bake Sale day- Bring your quarters!
Language Arts - Diaries are due December 17th. I'm anxious to see how students are doing with this fun project. This week in class we will also be finishing up our book reports and persuasive letters.
Math- We continue to move into more difficult multiplication problems. This week we'll begin looking at 2 digit x 2 digits. It's essential that your child know their facts so we can move on with our studies. Keep practicing!
Thursday, December 9, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling test tomorrow. Spelling Funky due if not already turned in.
Diary assignment due 12/17
Math - WB p. 67 #1-10 only
Any student completing the Blue Jackets Reading program, your scorecards are due back by 12/17.
Congratulations to the following students who will represent 4th Grade in the Senior Spelling Bee in January: Ivy Quinn, Eddie Zink, Emily Hatfield, and Madison Strane. Alternates will be Julia Lyle and Jack Riendeau. All of our students did very well in our Spelling Bee today. Great work!
Diary assignment due 12/17
Math - WB p. 67 #1-10 only
Any student completing the Blue Jackets Reading program, your scorecards are due back by 12/17.
Congratulations to the following students who will represent 4th Grade in the Senior Spelling Bee in January: Ivy Quinn, Eddie Zink, Emily Hatfield, and Madison Strane. Alternates will be Julia Lyle and Jack Riendeau. All of our students did very well in our Spelling Bee today. Great work!
Wednesday, December 8, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling Funky (this may be turned in Friday if your child does not have time today.) I would like them to still practice their words!
Students should report to the music room by 6:40 p.m. See you tonight!
Caroline thinks you're all #1!
Students should report to the music room by 6:40 p.m. See you tonight!
Caroline thinks you're all #1!
Tuesday, December 7, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Diary Assignment expectations were handed out today. Students will be writing 5 diary entries between now and 12/17. These are due 12/17. Ask your child to see this assignment. It should be in their binders.
Spelling WB pg. 74
**Students may also want to do Spelling funky tonight to avoid this assignment on the night of the Christmas Program!
Math - No Math HW today. Keep practicing those facts!
Spelling WB pg. 74
**Students may also want to do Spelling funky tonight to avoid this assignment on the night of the Christmas Program!
Math - No Math HW today. Keep practicing those facts!
Monday, December 6, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Current Events
Spelling WB pg. 73
Math - Practice multiplying two and three digits by one- finish WB 63 #1-7, WB 64, #1-8. We allowed time in class for most students to complete these, but a few have some left to complete.
Spelling WB pg. 73
Math - Practice multiplying two and three digits by one- finish WB 63 #1-7, WB 64, #1-8. We allowed time in class for most students to complete these, but a few have some left to complete.
Giddy with excitement!
Someone is giddy with excitement about seeing the 4th grade Christmas program this week! We can't wait. Students are working hard, and we look forward to sharing it with you!
Friday, December 3, 2010
4th Grade News - December 3, 2010
Book Reports
Students are working in class on their book report chains, and they are coming along nicely! We hope to have some on display in the hallway next week.
"Once Upon a Christmas Light"
Students are busy preparing for next week's Christmas program. Please know that the teachers are working to keep the homework load light during rehearsals and performances, but we still have much to learn in December. We look forward to seeing you next week! The dress rehearsal is Wednesday at 2:30 p.m and the performance is at 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Kathy Smith has sent details regarding costumes and rehearsals. Please see her website for further info.
Looking Ahead to next week:
Language Arts - We will be starting a fun Diary project next week. Look for directions to come home Tuesday. We are writing five diary entries from the viewpoint of an inanimate object. These will be due Friday December 17th and are usually a lot of fun. I can't wait to see what creative ideas the students come up with!
Math - We are moving ahead with larger multiplication problems next week, and multiplying with money. Students still need to keep up with those basic facts. Keep drilling these at home, and offering extra practice on the Math websites. Thanks for your assitance with this!
Students are working in class on their book report chains, and they are coming along nicely! We hope to have some on display in the hallway next week.
"Once Upon a Christmas Light"
Students are busy preparing for next week's Christmas program. Please know that the teachers are working to keep the homework load light during rehearsals and performances, but we still have much to learn in December. We look forward to seeing you next week! The dress rehearsal is Wednesday at 2:30 p.m and the performance is at 7:00 p.m. Mrs. Kathy Smith has sent details regarding costumes and rehearsals. Please see her website for further info.
Looking Ahead to next week:
Language Arts - We will be starting a fun Diary project next week. Look for directions to come home Tuesday. We are writing five diary entries from the viewpoint of an inanimate object. These will be due Friday December 17th and are usually a lot of fun. I can't wait to see what creative ideas the students come up with!
Math - We are moving ahead with larger multiplication problems next week, and multiplying with money. Students still need to keep up with those basic facts. Keep drilling these at home, and offering extra practice on the Math websites. Thanks for your assitance with this!
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Study your Spelling words for your test!
Math - Continue to practice your facts- both multiplication and division!
Math - Continue to practice your facts- both multiplication and division!
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling funky
Some students have a few stray Skinnybones assignments that need completed. They were encouraged to bring these home to finish as HW as they have time. We are not taking any more class time to work on Skinnybones. These are not due tomorrow, but as soon as they can be finished. Thanks.
Current Events continue
Book Reports- Students should be finished with their books this week, and received detailed instructions today on the project portion. We are completing these in class, so students shouldn't be worrying about this at home. Just wanted you to be aware, thanks!
Math - WB pgs. 59 & 60 was worked on for fifteen minutes in class today. Some students have a few problems left to complete.
Some students have a few stray Skinnybones assignments that need completed. They were encouraged to bring these home to finish as HW as they have time. We are not taking any more class time to work on Skinnybones. These are not due tomorrow, but as soon as they can be finished. Thanks.
Current Events continue
Book Reports- Students should be finished with their books this week, and received detailed instructions today on the project portion. We are completing these in class, so students shouldn't be worrying about this at home. Just wanted you to be aware, thanks!
Math - WB pgs. 59 & 60 was worked on for fifteen minutes in class today. Some students have a few problems left to complete.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Monday, November 29, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Current Events continue
Book report books should be read by Wednesday.
Spelling HW - Workbook pages 66 &67
Math - Chapter 3 test tomorrow. Study pages 176-177
Brrr! The temperature at recess today was 45 degrees. The number of 4th graders without coats was 24. The number of students in short sleeves for the entire twenty minute recess was 13. Yikes! Runny noses abound! Contrary to popular opinion, you may want to remind your child that just because the sun is shining, it's not necessarily conisdered 'hot' outside. Thank you!
Book report books should be read by Wednesday.
Spelling HW - Workbook pages 66 &67
Math - Chapter 3 test tomorrow. Study pages 176-177
Brrr! The temperature at recess today was 45 degrees. The number of 4th graders without coats was 24. The number of students in short sleeves for the entire twenty minute recess was 13. Yikes! Runny noses abound! Contrary to popular opinion, you may want to remind your child that just because the sun is shining, it's not necessarily conisdered 'hot' outside. Thank you!
Monday, November 22, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Current Events continue
Book Report books should be read by December 1st. We will be working on these in class after this date.
4A students- finish Grammar WS tonight
Math - Bring your Grocery store ads for class tomorrow. Continue to practice your facts. Ch. 3 TEST will be Tuesday 11/30.
Book Report books should be read by December 1st. We will be working on these in class after this date.
4A students- finish Grammar WS tonight
Math - Bring your Grocery store ads for class tomorrow. Continue to practice your facts. Ch. 3 TEST will be Tuesday 11/30.
Friday, November 19, 2010
Grade 4 News - November 19, 2010
Mrs. Hawley has a letter for 4B students today about her Guidance lessons, complete with tips and ideas for parents. Ask your child for this!
Math Facts Practice
Continue to practice daily! You should see improvement with every test we take. Keep at it and strive to get more correct in a faster time. This is a great thing to practice over your Thanksgiving break.
Book Reports
Students should continue reading their books, and after Thanksgiving we'll begin assembling our paper chains of 'events'. Many are already working on these. Stay tuned. Books should be read by December 1st.
Needed for next week: If you have any grocery ads you could send in next week, we'll be calculating the cost of a Thanksgiving meal in class Tuesday. Thanks in advance for your help!
Have a safe and blessed Thanksgiving. Next news update will be Friday December 3rd.
REMINDER: Christmas Program Practice after school for all 4th graders will be Thursday December 2nd and Monday December 6th.
Math Facts Practice
Continue to practice daily! You should see improvement with every test we take. Keep at it and strive to get more correct in a faster time. This is a great thing to practice over your Thanksgiving break.
Book Reports
Students should continue reading their books, and after Thanksgiving we'll begin assembling our paper chains of 'events'. Many are already working on these. Stay tuned. Books should be read by December 1st.
Needed for next week: If you have any grocery ads you could send in next week, we'll be calculating the cost of a Thanksgiving meal in class Tuesday. Thanks in advance for your help!
Have a safe and blessed Thanksgiving. Next news update will be Friday December 3rd.
REMINDER: Christmas Program Practice after school for all 4th graders will be Thursday December 2nd and Monday December 6th.
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Study for Skinnybones Vocabulary test
Study Spelling words
Math - Practice your facts
Study Spelling words
Math - Practice your facts
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling Funky
Study for Skinnybones Vocab test Friday
Current Events continue
Math - Practice your facts
Remember your donation for the Gas & Grocery giftcards. Our collection ends Friday. Thank you!
Study for Skinnybones Vocab test Friday
Current Events continue
Math - Practice your facts
Remember your donation for the Gas & Grocery giftcards. Our collection ends Friday. Thank you!
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling WB pg. 60
Current Events continue
Skinnybones Vocab test Friday 11/19
Math - WB pg. 40
Practice your facts!
Current Events continue
Skinnybones Vocab test Friday 11/19
Math - WB pg. 40
Practice your facts!
Monday, November 15, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling WB pg. 58
Current Events continue this week
Skinnybones Vocabulary test is Friday 11/19 - Students were given review guides today.
Math - Practice your facts!
We are continuing the collection of Gas & Grocery giftcards for the auction. Your donation is appreciated! Thank you for your efforts in making our auction a success!
Current Events continue this week
Skinnybones Vocabulary test is Friday 11/19 - Students were given review guides today.
Math - Practice your facts!
We are continuing the collection of Gas & Grocery giftcards for the auction. Your donation is appreciated! Thank you for your efforts in making our auction a success!
Sunday, November 14, 2010
A Smith Progress Report
In an attempt to photograph Caroline's teeth, I snapped her photo. How do you think I did? Perhaps not quite 'meeting the standard'(N)?
We are crawling all over the place and beginning to pull up on everything. I believe she's progressing on level (check) for a thirteen month old.
And today, we've discovered the steps. Yikes! Caroline has earned the + here. She's definitely exceeding the standard!It's a busy and fun time for us! After a few requests for updated pictures, I decided to post some more. Enjoy!
Friday, November 12, 2010
Grade 4 News - November 12, 2010
Guidance Lessons Begin!
Mrs. Hawley, our Guidance Counselor, is working with Grade 4 students on how to manage stress. She will be visiting the 4th grade classrooms in the coming month to give students tips and talk with them about strategies for de-stressing.
Christmas Program Info
Please visit Mrs. Kathy Smith's website for all the latest details!
http://katsmith.educatorpages.com/Page.aspx?p=70519
Progress Reports
Students received progress reports today. Please look over these with your child and offer lots of hugs for all their hard work. 4th Grade is challenging and your students have been working hard! Please sign and return the empty envelope. Thanks!
Shoebox Science?
Do you have a shoebox kit at home? We seem to be missing a Globs & Blobs kit in 4B. If you happen to see these at home, send them in so we can restock them. Thank you.
Math Websites
In case you've misplaced my note that went home earlier this week with details on Math web sites, here they are again:
www.aaamath.com
http://www.funbrain.com/math/index.html
http://www.thatquiz.org/
http://www.mrmyers.org/Math_Mania/ttmult.html
If you’d like to print off some worksheets of your own to practice, try http://themathworksheetsite.com/cgi-bin/mult_5_minute.pl
This site will even print off an answer key for you!
Looking ahead to next week:
Language Arts - We are finishing Skinnybones. We will have a vocabulary test next Friday. A review guide with the definitions will be sent home Monday with your child.
Current Events begin again next week. In Grammar we are looking at singular and plural nouns and finishing our work with common and proper nouns.
Math - We are continuing our work with multiplication and division facts. Keep up with these at home! Practice nightly!
Parent/Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Thursday Nov. 18th from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Call the office to schedule one if you need to speak to us. Thanks!
Mrs. Hawley, our Guidance Counselor, is working with Grade 4 students on how to manage stress. She will be visiting the 4th grade classrooms in the coming month to give students tips and talk with them about strategies for de-stressing.
Christmas Program Info
Please visit Mrs. Kathy Smith's website for all the latest details!
http://katsmith.educatorpages.com/Page.aspx?p=70519
Progress Reports
Students received progress reports today. Please look over these with your child and offer lots of hugs for all their hard work. 4th Grade is challenging and your students have been working hard! Please sign and return the empty envelope. Thanks!
Shoebox Science?
Do you have a shoebox kit at home? We seem to be missing a Globs & Blobs kit in 4B. If you happen to see these at home, send them in so we can restock them. Thank you.
Math Websites
In case you've misplaced my note that went home earlier this week with details on Math web sites, here they are again:
www.aaamath.com
http://www.funbrain.com/math/index.html
http://www.thatquiz.org/
http://www.mrmyers.org/Math_Mania/ttmult.html
If you’d like to print off some worksheets of your own to practice, try http://themathworksheetsite.com/cgi-bin/mult_5_minute.pl
This site will even print off an answer key for you!
Looking ahead to next week:
Language Arts - We are finishing Skinnybones. We will have a vocabulary test next Friday. A review guide with the definitions will be sent home Monday with your child.
Current Events begin again next week. In Grammar we are looking at singular and plural nouns and finishing our work with common and proper nouns.
Math - We are continuing our work with multiplication and division facts. Keep up with these at home! Practice nightly!
Parent/Teacher Conferences are scheduled for Thursday Nov. 18th from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Call the office to schedule one if you need to speak to us. Thanks!
Thursday, November 11, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling test tomorrow!
Current Events begin 11/15
Math - Practice your facts! Be ready for the next timed test.
Tomorrow is Silly Sock Day. Show your support by wearing your silly socks with your uniform!
Tomorrow is also PICTURE RETAKE Day. Wear a smile!
Progress Reports will be sent home with your child tomorrow in their Friday Folder. Look for these!
Current Events begin 11/15
Math - Practice your facts! Be ready for the next timed test.
Tomorrow is Silly Sock Day. Show your support by wearing your silly socks with your uniform!
Tomorrow is also PICTURE RETAKE Day. Wear a smile!
Progress Reports will be sent home with your child tomorrow in their Friday Folder. Look for these!
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
Today's Homework
Math - Workbook pages 36 & 37 - This is on basic division facts and should be pretty simple to complete in a timely manner.
Work on your math facts!
LA - Spelling FUNKY
Reminder to return your Shoebox Science kits tomorrow. The collection is stopping for the holiday season and will resume in January.
Tomorrow is Crazy Tie Day for Red Ribbon Week. Show your support by wearing a crazy tie with your uniform.
Work on your math facts!
LA - Spelling FUNKY
Reminder to return your Shoebox Science kits tomorrow. The collection is stopping for the holiday season and will resume in January.
Tomorrow is Crazy Tie Day for Red Ribbon Week. Show your support by wearing a crazy tie with your uniform.
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Today's Homework
Math - Finish WB pg. 35 if not finished in class. Students will be bringing home a letter with math websites for you to try at home!
LA - Spelling WB pg. 54
LA - Spelling WB pg. 54
Monday, November 8, 2010
Today's Homework
Math - Finish WB pg. 34 if not already completed
LA - Spelling WB pg. 53
Current Events begin next week- start looking for your articles!
Tuesday is Silly Slippers Day for Red Ribbon Week. Students may wear slippers with their uniforms tomorrow.
LA - Spelling WB pg. 53
Current Events begin next week- start looking for your articles!
Tuesday is Silly Slippers Day for Red Ribbon Week. Students may wear slippers with their uniforms tomorrow.
Thursday, November 4, 2010
4th Grade News - November 4, 2010
Red Ribbon Week
We will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week with some fun events next week. Students may wear silly slippers on Tuesday, crazy ties on Thursday, and crazy socks on Friday. Students should wear regular uniforms in addition to their fun attire!
Auction Raffle Basket
Don't forget to turn in your giftcard donation for our classroom auction baskets. Check out the nice SCRIP deals in Miss Lang's Week at a Glance. Benefit our raffle basket and earn a tuition discount at the same time!
Math News
Students will be starting timed multiplication and division fact tests next week. Keep up with those basic facts. A rubric will be coming next week with details. Students took a practice test today.
Language Arts News
Current Events Return
Students have signed up for second quarter current events. We will start these presentations on November 15th and continue into December.
Mini Book Report coming soon!
Students will be selecting a book to read independently of 100 pages in length during SSR time. Details about this in-class project will be outlined next week. Students will be creating a paper chain with events from the story.
PS - We have a lovely collection of sweaters, sweatshirts and coats in our hallway if you're missing any at home!
Picture Retake Day - Next Friday, Nov, 12th!
We will be celebrating Red Ribbon Week with some fun events next week. Students may wear silly slippers on Tuesday, crazy ties on Thursday, and crazy socks on Friday. Students should wear regular uniforms in addition to their fun attire!
Auction Raffle Basket
Don't forget to turn in your giftcard donation for our classroom auction baskets. Check out the nice SCRIP deals in Miss Lang's Week at a Glance. Benefit our raffle basket and earn a tuition discount at the same time!
Math News
Students will be starting timed multiplication and division fact tests next week. Keep up with those basic facts. A rubric will be coming next week with details. Students took a practice test today.
Language Arts News
Current Events Return
Students have signed up for second quarter current events. We will start these presentations on November 15th and continue into December.
Mini Book Report coming soon!
Students will be selecting a book to read independently of 100 pages in length during SSR time. Details about this in-class project will be outlined next week. Students will be creating a paper chain with events from the story.
PS - We have a lovely collection of sweaters, sweatshirts and coats in our hallway if you're missing any at home!
Picture Retake Day - Next Friday, Nov, 12th!
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling FUNKY-keep it simple! and Spelling test tomorrow.
Sell those Market Day Pies!
Dress Down tomorrow for some students- They should know who they are! Anyone without a Missing Homework notice from the beginning of school - 9/30, and anyone who also didn't have a Missing Homework notice the second half may dress down. Confusing, huh?
Sell those Market Day Pies!
Dress Down tomorrow for some students- They should know who they are! Anyone without a Missing Homework notice from the beginning of school - 9/30, and anyone who also didn't have a Missing Homework notice the second half may dress down. Confusing, huh?
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Students who are still working on Frankenstein conversations should finish for HW tonight. Complete Spelling WB pg. 48, test Thursday.
Math - Chapter 2 test corrections due by Thursday.
Complete WB pg. 31 and use 'breaking apart'.
Don't forget to order your Scrip and send in your donation for our 4th Grade Raffle basket for the auction. We have received very few donations. Thanks!
Math - Chapter 2 test corrections due by Thursday.
Complete WB pg. 31 and use 'breaking apart'.
Don't forget to order your Scrip and send in your donation for our 4th Grade Raffle basket for the auction. We have received very few donations. Thanks!
Friday, October 29, 2010
4th Grade News - October 29, 2010
Got Candy?
If you have an overflowing mound of Halloween candy at your home, our classroom candy jar could always use some refreshing! We'll gladly take your extras - thanks!
7's Dance & Multiplication Facts
Students learned a crazy method for remembering their 7's facts today. They are to share this dance with 7 people over the weekend. It's corny but hopefully they've learned the facts in the process. Ask to see it! Speaking of facts...keep up on those basic multiplication facts. We'll be doing some timed tests next week.
Music Class Notes:
Fourth Graders are beginning to prepare our Christmas Musical, “Once Upon a Christmas Light.” Be thinking about how involved you want to be. Next week, you’ll complete a survey telling me if you’re interested in singing a solo, having a speaking part, or just participating in group songs. Our performance is Wednesday, December 8 at 7pm. We mostly prepare in music class, but they will also have after school practices on Thurday, December 2 and Monday, December 6 until 5:00. More details in November, but mark your calendars now. -Mrs. Kathy Smith
Thanks, room moms, for a great Halloween party! You're SPOOKtacular!
Looking ahead to next week:
All Saints Prayer Service - Monday at 9:00 a.m. in MPR
All Souls Prayer Service - Wednesday at 8:45 in MPR
Friday November 5th - No school - Teacher Workday
If you have an overflowing mound of Halloween candy at your home, our classroom candy jar could always use some refreshing! We'll gladly take your extras - thanks!
7's Dance & Multiplication Facts
Students learned a crazy method for remembering their 7's facts today. They are to share this dance with 7 people over the weekend. It's corny but hopefully they've learned the facts in the process. Ask to see it! Speaking of facts...keep up on those basic multiplication facts. We'll be doing some timed tests next week.
Music Class Notes:
Fourth Graders are beginning to prepare our Christmas Musical, “Once Upon a Christmas Light.” Be thinking about how involved you want to be. Next week, you’ll complete a survey telling me if you’re interested in singing a solo, having a speaking part, or just participating in group songs. Our performance is Wednesday, December 8 at 7pm. We mostly prepare in music class, but they will also have after school practices on Thurday, December 2 and Monday, December 6 until 5:00. More details in November, but mark your calendars now. -Mrs. Kathy Smith
Thanks, room moms, for a great Halloween party! You're SPOOKtacular!
Looking ahead to next week:
All Saints Prayer Service - Monday at 9:00 a.m. in MPR
All Souls Prayer Service - Wednesday at 8:45 in MPR
Friday November 5th - No school - Teacher Workday
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Today's Homework
Language Arts - Spelling FUNKY
Math - Study for Ch. 2 test. Students have their Review Guides, notes and book pages 110-111 they can study from.
Reminders - Shoebox Science kits are due back tomorrow. Pray the Rosary at home! It's Rosary Day.
Math - Study for Ch. 2 test. Students have their Review Guides, notes and book pages 110-111 they can study from.
Reminders - Shoebox Science kits are due back tomorrow. Pray the Rosary at home! It's Rosary Day.
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
Today's Homework
Language Arts - Spelling WB pg. 42
Math - Completed review guide due tomorrow. Bring to class!
Bring a rosary to school - It's Rosary Day tomorrow!
Math - Completed review guide due tomorrow. Bring to class!
Bring a rosary to school - It's Rosary Day tomorrow!
Monday, October 25, 2010
Today's Homework
Language Arts - Spelling WB pg. 41
Math - Test Chapter 2 Thursday. Review Guide due on Wednesday.
Math - Test Chapter 2 Thursday. Review Guide due on Wednesday.
Friday, October 22, 2010
4th Grade News - October 22, 2010
Auction Committee Raffle Basket Collections- At this year's auction, the raffle basket theme for Grade 4 is Gas & Grocery Giftcards. We have envelopes in our classrooms for this collection. Don't forget to utilize the Scrip program so you earn tuition dollars on your purchase! Thanks for your donation. The raffle baskets always earn a nice profit for our school!
Thank you for your patience with testing week. We're finished, and hopefully your 4th grader is ready to have 'normal' school again next week! Their teachers are! Results should be mailed to your home sometime in December or January.
Rosary Day - is next Wednesdsay. Students will be praying the rosary throughout the day. We encourage you to continue this practice by saying the rosary at home with your family on Wednesday also!
Looking ahead to next week:
Math - We will test over Chapter 2 on Thursday. A review guide will be sent home Monday for students to complete & return by Wednesday. We are also looking at multiplication patterns and reviewing basic facts starting next week. It's time to dust off those flashcards! I encourage students to browse online for math facts games for added practice.
Language Arts - We are officially starting our Skinnybones novel next week. We were a bit delayed with my trip to Iowa and Terra Nova testing. We are wrapping up a few details with Treasures and then we will be jumping into Skinnybones. If you are near our hallway, check out our student work on display. We have been working on Halloween murals and adding nouns and adjectives to them. We have also displayed some of our 'Frankenstein conversations.' Students have been working on writing dialogue with correct use of quotation marks - using Mr. & Mrs. Frankenstein!
Have a great weekend!
-Laurie Smith
Thank you for your patience with testing week. We're finished, and hopefully your 4th grader is ready to have 'normal' school again next week! Their teachers are! Results should be mailed to your home sometime in December or January.
Rosary Day - is next Wednesdsay. Students will be praying the rosary throughout the day. We encourage you to continue this practice by saying the rosary at home with your family on Wednesday also!
Looking ahead to next week:
Math - We will test over Chapter 2 on Thursday. A review guide will be sent home Monday for students to complete & return by Wednesday. We are also looking at multiplication patterns and reviewing basic facts starting next week. It's time to dust off those flashcards! I encourage students to browse online for math facts games for added practice.
Language Arts - We are officially starting our Skinnybones novel next week. We were a bit delayed with my trip to Iowa and Terra Nova testing. We are wrapping up a few details with Treasures and then we will be jumping into Skinnybones. If you are near our hallway, check out our student work on display. We have been working on Halloween murals and adding nouns and adjectives to them. We have also displayed some of our 'Frankenstein conversations.' Students have been working on writing dialogue with correct use of quotation marks - using Mr. & Mrs. Frankenstein!
Have a great weekend!
-Laurie Smith
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Today's Homework
Tonight is the last opportunity to attend a Reconciliation Meeting. Students and at least one parent should be in attendance. 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Terra Nova testing concludes tomorrow! Hooray!
In Math News- Test Chapter 2 will be next Thursday. Look for a Review Guide to come home early next week.
Terra Nova testing concludes tomorrow! Hooray!
In Math News- Test Chapter 2 will be next Thursday. Look for a Review Guide to come home early next week.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Today's Homework
REMINDER - Tonight and tomorrow night students and at least one parent should attend the Reconciliation meeting 7-8:30p.m. if they intend on making their First Reconciliation this year. Thank you.
Terra Nova testing continues. Lots of extra hugs this week! Pack a snack, eat a good breakfast, and get a good night's rest!
Terra Nova testing continues. Lots of extra hugs this week! Pack a snack, eat a good breakfast, and get a good night's rest!
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Today's Homework
We learned a new brain teaser game today...ask your child to play cat/dog. It's fun!
Terra Nova week continues. Eat a good breakfast, get plenty of sleep, and pack a snack!
Terra Nova week continues. Eat a good breakfast, get plenty of sleep, and pack a snack!
Monday, October 18, 2010
Today's Homework
Terra Nova Testing continues...
Get a good night's rest, eat a good breakfast, and pack a snack to eat during our test break!
Several students forgot their snack today, so remember this for tomorrow. Thanks!
Get a good night's rest, eat a good breakfast, and pack a snack to eat during our test break!
Several students forgot their snack today, so remember this for tomorrow. Thanks!
Sunday, October 17, 2010
Announcing...
Somone in the Smith house is going to be a big sister in April! Wow! We're thrilled, shocked and elated!Friday, October 15, 2010
4th Grade News - October 15, 2010
TERRA NOVA TESTING
During the week of October 18th, students in grades 3-8 will be taking standardized tests.
These tests provide valuable information to you and to the school about your child’s progress. Your child also demonstrates his/her progress through daily class work, discussions, projects, quizzes and tests.
Please keep the following tips in mind for that week.
· Have your child get plenty of sleep each night
· Make sure your child eats a healthy breakfast each morning
· Make an effort to have your child at school on time each day
· Talk about the importance of taking your time, working carefully,
doing your best and checking over your work
Students should bring in a healthy snack each day of testing.
First Reconciliation Meetings
Students who are planning on making their First Reconciliation this year should be in attendance at one of these meetings with their parent. You may attend either Tuesday 10/19 or Wednesday 10/20 evening from 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. in the multipurpose room.
Blue Jackets Reading Program
Students who are interested in participating in this reading program, I have scorecards for you. Simply return your reading card at the end of 6 weeks and receive your prizes.
Today was the last day for Warm Weather Uniform. Don't forget!
Looking ahead to Next week:
Language Arts -There will be no tests next week in the core subjects due to the Terra Nova testing. We will not be introducing new spelling words. Students will be working on writing dialogue using quotations, using the dictionary, and we will be working with the novel Skinnybones.
Math - We will continue our study of Algebra and also looking at logic puzzles & brainteasers.
Have a great weekend!
-Laurie Smith
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling test tomorrow. Study those words and their patterns!
Math - Finish WB p. 27
Terra Nova practice test continues tomorrow.
Math - Finish WB p. 27
Terra Nova practice test continues tomorrow.
Wednesday, October 13, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling Funky
Caroline Rose Smith
Math- none
We will be taking the Terra Nova practice tests the next two days. Please try to be in attendance. Remember to get a good night's rest and eat a good breakfast!
Look who's one year old today...
Caroline Rose Smith
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
Monday, October 11, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling workbook pages 33 & 34 should be completed. Please note the words this week are a bit more challenging. Take some extra time each night to practice and notice the patterns in their spellings.
Some students have an astronaut worksheet to finish if not completed in class today.
Math - Make your own IN/OUT box with at least 5 tries, and write the rule.
Ex: IN OUT
5 20
4 16
11 44
7 28
RULE: multiply by 4
Some students have an astronaut worksheet to finish if not completed in class today.
Math - Make your own IN/OUT box with at least 5 tries, and write the rule.
Ex: IN OUT
5 20
4 16
11 44
7 28
RULE: multiply by 4
Monday, October 4, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Some students need to finish the Main Idea/Detail Reading WS that goes with our desert readers.
All students have a new Spelling list and WB p. 27 to complete.
Math - WB p. 21 complete problems 1-8 only
Check back next Monday for updates. See post below- I'll be out the remainder of the week.
All students have a new Spelling list and WB p. 27 to complete.
Math - WB p. 21 complete problems 1-8 only
Check back next Monday for updates. See post below- I'll be out the remainder of the week.
Taking some family time...
Dear 4th Grade Parents:
I will be traveling this week with my family to the northwest corner of Iowa. My grandmother passed away and the funeral is Friday. I will be taking a break from my homework site but hopefully it will be back up and running next week for you!
Students should work on their Spelling words each night, and complete Spelling Funky on Wednesday.
In Math, the workbook pages we are focusing on are pages 20 -25.
Hopefully your child will utilize their agenda to keep up to date on the daily assignments for the week.
Thank you for your patience, support, and understanding.
-Mrs. Laurie Smith
I will be traveling this week with my family to the northwest corner of Iowa. My grandmother passed away and the funeral is Friday. I will be taking a break from my homework site but hopefully it will be back up and running next week for you!
Students should work on their Spelling words each night, and complete Spelling Funky on Wednesday.
In Math, the workbook pages we are focusing on are pages 20 -25.
Hopefully your child will utilize their agenda to keep up to date on the daily assignments for the week.
Thank you for your patience, support, and understanding.
-Mrs. Laurie Smith
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Looking for a Good Home
Tilly is a 10 year old chocolate lab mix with very long hair and a lot of love to give. She's around 50 lbs. and good with older children. Looking for a good home. We are finding that old dogs don't mix well with an active one year old. Let Mrs. Smith know if you are interested. Sorry, we're keeping the other cutie in these pictures!Friday, October 1, 2010
4th Grade News - Friday October 1, 2010
Portfolio Papers - Please note that there are several Portfolio papers in your child's Friday Folder. These papers are indicated with a red stamp. Please return these to school on Monday inside your child's Friday Folder. Thanks for your assistance with this - we are keeping some things to review with your child at a later date.
BOOK IT Reading program- This program begins today. For each day your child reads indepently, initial the calendar. Return it at the end of the month for a pizza coupon from Pizza Hut.
BOOK FAIR- Next week your child has the opportunity to purchase books from the book fair during their Library time. The book fair is also open after school hours for shopping. Thank you for supporting our school and happy shopping!
Interims- Interims were mailed today to students who have struggled in any standard so far this nine weeks. If you received one and have questions, let us know! Math & Language Arts questions can be answered by myself, Religion and Social St. by Mr. Rendon, and Science by Mrs. Lewis.
Looking Ahead - Terra Nova testing will take place the week of October 18 - 22. Please refrain from pulling your child for medical appointments if at all possible during this week. Thank you!
Language Arts: We are continuing our Treasures work, and wrapping up our first round of Current Events. This week we'll even take a peek at our first novel this year, Skinnybones.
Math: We are working on strategies for addition and subraction, and next week we'll look at problem solving, patterns and some beginning Algebra concepts.
Have a great weekend! Don't forget the Carol Flanagan Footsteps Walk at St. Agatha tomorrow at 9 am! Monies raised support the Tuition Assistance program.
-Laurie Smith
BOOK IT Reading program- This program begins today. For each day your child reads indepently, initial the calendar. Return it at the end of the month for a pizza coupon from Pizza Hut.
BOOK FAIR- Next week your child has the opportunity to purchase books from the book fair during their Library time. The book fair is also open after school hours for shopping. Thank you for supporting our school and happy shopping!
Interims- Interims were mailed today to students who have struggled in any standard so far this nine weeks. If you received one and have questions, let us know! Math & Language Arts questions can be answered by myself, Religion and Social St. by Mr. Rendon, and Science by Mrs. Lewis.
Looking Ahead - Terra Nova testing will take place the week of October 18 - 22. Please refrain from pulling your child for medical appointments if at all possible during this week. Thank you!
Language Arts: We are continuing our Treasures work, and wrapping up our first round of Current Events. This week we'll even take a peek at our first novel this year, Skinnybones.
Math: We are working on strategies for addition and subraction, and next week we'll look at problem solving, patterns and some beginning Algebra concepts.
Have a great weekend! Don't forget the Carol Flanagan Footsteps Walk at St. Agatha tomorrow at 9 am! Monies raised support the Tuition Assistance program.
-Laurie Smith
Thursday, September 30, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling test tomorrow. Some students have to finish Treasures WS pg. 21/22
Math - none
REMINDERS: Tomorrow is Picture Day. Bring your $ envelope to school. It is also Funny Feet Day for students who bring their $1 donation. If you double your donation to $2 you may also wear non-uniform bottoms. Sweet deal!
Math - none
REMINDERS: Tomorrow is Picture Day. Bring your $ envelope to school. It is also Funny Feet Day for students who bring their $1 donation. If you double your donation to $2 you may also wear non-uniform bottoms. Sweet deal!
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling Funky & any unfinished Treasures worksheets
Math - Headline Math WS (Students write a news story to match the Math headline.)
Math - Headline Math WS (Students write a news story to match the Math headline.)
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling WB- finish pg. 20 and complete the word sort on page 21.
Math - Finish WB pg. 18
Remember to bring your $1 donation for Funny Feet Day on Friday if you plan to dress your feet down.
Math - Finish WB pg. 18
Remember to bring your $1 donation for Funny Feet Day on Friday if you plan to dress your feet down.
Friday, September 24, 2010
4th Grade News - Friday September 24, 2010
Happy Friday! Here's a look at what's happening next week.
NO SCHOOL Monday - Teachers have a Professional Development meeting. Current events that were scheduled for Monday have been moved to October 5th.
Interims will be mailed next Friday. Any student who has an N in any standard will receive an interim.
BOOK FAIR - Students will begin browsing the Book Fair next week, and make selections during their Library time the following week.
Student directories & school magnets were sent home with all families today - ask your oldest/only for yours!
PICTURE DAY & FUNNY FEET DAY - Friday Oct. 1st. You may send your picture money envelope in any day next week with your child. Students may wear a non-uniform top on Friday for pictures. Students may also dress up their feet on Friday and bring their $1 donation for the Carol Flanagan Footsteps Walk.
Language Arts - We are continuing our work with Treasures. Next week we'll be reading The Astronaut & the Onion and looking at character traits.
Math - Students should brush up on those basic addition and subtraction facts. We've been estimating and doing mental math and many are struggling with those basic concepts. Try some games on www.aaamath.com for extra practice.
NO SCHOOL Monday - Teachers have a Professional Development meeting. Current events that were scheduled for Monday have been moved to October 5th.
Interims will be mailed next Friday. Any student who has an N in any standard will receive an interim.
BOOK FAIR - Students will begin browsing the Book Fair next week, and make selections during their Library time the following week.
Student directories & school magnets were sent home with all families today - ask your oldest/only for yours!
PICTURE DAY & FUNNY FEET DAY - Friday Oct. 1st. You may send your picture money envelope in any day next week with your child. Students may wear a non-uniform top on Friday for pictures. Students may also dress up their feet on Friday and bring their $1 donation for the Carol Flanagan Footsteps Walk.
Language Arts - We are continuing our work with Treasures. Next week we'll be reading The Astronaut & the Onion and looking at character traits.
Math - Students should brush up on those basic addition and subtraction facts. We've been estimating and doing mental math and many are struggling with those basic concepts. Try some games on www.aaamath.com for extra practice.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Study for tomorrow's Spelling test. (Students in 4A- some of you also need to finish Grammar WB p. 13)
Math - WB pg. 17 - Estimation
Math - WB pg. 17 - Estimation
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
Today's Homework
LA- Spelling Funky (please ---no more than 20 minutes on this!)
Math - WB. pg. 16 -problems 1-9 using Mental Math Strategies
Math - WB. pg. 16 -problems 1-9 using Mental Math Strategies
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling WB pg. 15
Math - WB pg. 15 (We are practicing Mental Math strategies. Students are encouraged to solve these without writing them down to regroup.)
Math - WB pg. 15 (We are practicing Mental Math strategies. Students are encouraged to solve these without writing them down to regroup.)
Monday, September 20, 2010
Friday, September 17, 2010
4th Grade News- Friday September 17, 2010
Max & Erma's - Tonight! Print your coupon off from the school website under Dolphin Digest attachments, and head to the Hilliard or Dublin locations to help us earn a profit. Thank you!
Student Advisory- We are busy holding our classroom elections, and the winners will be announced next week. Students were able to experience a trip to the voting polls today, complete with sign-in voter registration, a voting booth, and "I voted today" stickers!
Shoebox Science- This program started this week. Let me know if you'd like your child's name off the rotation. All students should return the boxes by Thursday morning so they can be restocked for the next student. Thanks.
Overwhelmed by tests and quizzes?? Us too! Our apologies if your child had a rough week. It was not our intent to overwhelm them with so many studies in one week. We are working together to see what we can do to 'lighten the load' and see that your child's tests are not all lumped together in the future. Thanks for your patience as we iron out the kinks!
A word about Spelling Funky... Spelling Funky will be your child's homework each Wednesday. It gives them a break from the routine of the workbook, and is merely a fun way for students to practice their words. However, I don't expect this assignment to take students longer than a usual Spelling assignment. It is a fun assignment and some students tend to go overboard with creativity! Talk with them and see what kind of time frame they have with their homework, and help them find an activity that they can finish in a timely manner. This is certainly not meant to be a big production. It's simply a way to show that they practiced their 25 words! Thank you!
Looking ahead to next week:
LA - Current Events continue, as does our work with Treasures. We will be looking at Main Idea & Details, and working on our creative writing as we discuss survival skills. In Grammar we are finishing up our study of Subjects & Predicates, and will be looking at compound sentence structures. Students will also begin writing their first RRJ this week in class.
Math - We will be looking at estimation, strategies for adding and subtracting larger numbers, and mental math.
Have a glorious weekend! Go Bucks!
-Laurie Smith
Student Advisory- We are busy holding our classroom elections, and the winners will be announced next week. Students were able to experience a trip to the voting polls today, complete with sign-in voter registration, a voting booth, and "I voted today" stickers!
Shoebox Science- This program started this week. Let me know if you'd like your child's name off the rotation. All students should return the boxes by Thursday morning so they can be restocked for the next student. Thanks.
Overwhelmed by tests and quizzes?? Us too! Our apologies if your child had a rough week. It was not our intent to overwhelm them with so many studies in one week. We are working together to see what we can do to 'lighten the load' and see that your child's tests are not all lumped together in the future. Thanks for your patience as we iron out the kinks!
A word about Spelling Funky... Spelling Funky will be your child's homework each Wednesday. It gives them a break from the routine of the workbook, and is merely a fun way for students to practice their words. However, I don't expect this assignment to take students longer than a usual Spelling assignment. It is a fun assignment and some students tend to go overboard with creativity! Talk with them and see what kind of time frame they have with their homework, and help them find an activity that they can finish in a timely manner. This is certainly not meant to be a big production. It's simply a way to show that they practiced their 25 words! Thank you!
Looking ahead to next week:
LA - Current Events continue, as does our work with Treasures. We will be looking at Main Idea & Details, and working on our creative writing as we discuss survival skills. In Grammar we are finishing up our study of Subjects & Predicates, and will be looking at compound sentence structures. Students will also begin writing their first RRJ this week in class.
Math - We will be looking at estimation, strategies for adding and subtracting larger numbers, and mental math.
Have a glorious weekend! Go Bucks!
-Laurie Smith
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling test
Math - QUIZ - Rounding to nearest thousand/ten thousand and dollar, place value, greater than/less than
Math - QUIZ - Rounding to nearest thousand/ten thousand and dollar, place value, greater than/less than
Wednesday, September 15, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling FUNKY. Students need either their WB or their list to remember the words to use for this.
- Finish Grammar WB pages 7 &8. We started these in class and most students have them finished. They were asked to tear these out and place in their binders and finish for HW tonight.
Current Events continue.
Math - Quiz Friday. Finish WB pg. 9 if not already completed.
- Finish Grammar WB pages 7 &8. We started these in class and most students have them finished. They were asked to tear these out and place in their binders and finish for HW tonight.
Current Events continue.
Math - Quiz Friday. Finish WB pg. 9 if not already completed.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Today's Homework
Our apologies if you tried to email us today- our web server is under construction. Thanks for your patience!
LA - Current Events continue, Spelling HW is WB page 9.
Math - We have a Quiz Friday - no additional HW other than to study for the Quiz. Pages in the text that you may find helpful to study are pages 46 & 47 and 52-54. Students have been asked to remember to take their text home one of the next few nights to study.
LA - Current Events continue, Spelling HW is WB page 9.
Math - We have a Quiz Friday - no additional HW other than to study for the Quiz. Pages in the text that you may find helpful to study are pages 46 & 47 and 52-54. Students have been asked to remember to take their text home one of the next few nights to study.
Monday, September 13, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Current Events continue this week and the projects coming in have been great! Your students are well versed in their oral presentation skills. Students have new spelling lists- Study your words tonight.
Math - Complete WB pg. 7, Quiz Friday
4B students interested in Student Advisory are asked to finish writing their paragraphs as to why they should be elected and turn these in tomorrow.
Math - Complete WB pg. 7, Quiz Friday
4B students interested in Student Advisory are asked to finish writing their paragraphs as to why they should be elected and turn these in tomorrow.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
Mrs. Smith's Little Helper
I had a little help today grading papers. Perhaps Caroline wants to be a teacher too! Enjoy!
Friday, September 10, 2010
4th Grade News - Friday September 10, 2010
Thank you, parents, for coming to Curriculum Night. It was a pleasure meeting you. If you were unable to join us, look in your child's Friday Folder for a packet of info about 4th Grade. If you ever need to contact me with your questions or concerns, please feel free to do so.
These first few weeks your child is transitioning and may be a bit overwhelmed at times. Extra hugs and a lot of patience will help us all as we get on track and learn the routine together.
Looking ahead to next week:
LA - We are working with our Treasures series, reading stories, practicing reading fluently, working with subjects & predicates in Grammar, and learning what a Reading Response Journal (RRJ) is.
Math- We continue our work with rounding. Has your child told you what a wimp or bully is? Ask them! We will have a quiz Friday next week on place value, >/< and rounding.
Friday is a bake sale day, so remember your quarters! We have Liturgy on Wednesday.
There is a Max & Erma's fundraiser on the 17th - a flyer is in today's Friday Folder. Check online today for the Dolphin Digest for all the latest school news.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Laurie Smith
These first few weeks your child is transitioning and may be a bit overwhelmed at times. Extra hugs and a lot of patience will help us all as we get on track and learn the routine together.
Looking ahead to next week:
LA - We are working with our Treasures series, reading stories, practicing reading fluently, working with subjects & predicates in Grammar, and learning what a Reading Response Journal (RRJ) is.
Math- We continue our work with rounding. Has your child told you what a wimp or bully is? Ask them! We will have a quiz Friday next week on place value, >/< and rounding.
Friday is a bake sale day, so remember your quarters! We have Liturgy on Wednesday.
There is a Max & Erma's fundraiser on the 17th - a flyer is in today's Friday Folder. Check online today for the Dolphin Digest for all the latest school news.
Have a wonderful weekend!
Laurie Smith
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Study for your Spelling test!
Students have individualized Spelling lists this year. We will test over all 25 words and students will have an additional challenge word to earn the +. Students who score at least 20 out of 25 words will earn the check. Those who score 19 and under will earn the N. Those who score 24 or 25 correct and who also get the challenge word correct will earn the +. The challenge word will be something we have been learning about in our curriculum and a word they are used to seeing spelled correctly (Ex: place value, command, statement, question, disciple, layer, etc.)
Parents- I'll see you at Curriculum Night tonight. If you are unable to attend, check your child's Friday Folder tomorrow for some information.
Math - No Homework; Quiz next Friday on place value, greater than/less than, rounding
Students have individualized Spelling lists this year. We will test over all 25 words and students will have an additional challenge word to earn the +. Students who score at least 20 out of 25 words will earn the check. Those who score 19 and under will earn the N. Those who score 24 or 25 correct and who also get the challenge word correct will earn the +. The challenge word will be something we have been learning about in our curriculum and a word they are used to seeing spelled correctly (Ex: place value, command, statement, question, disciple, layer, etc.)
Parents- I'll see you at Curriculum Night tonight. If you are unable to attend, check your child's Friday Folder tomorrow for some information.
Math - No Homework; Quiz next Friday on place value, greater than/less than, rounding
Wednesday, September 8, 2010
FOURTH GRADE STANDARDS
Here's a link for you!
Rather than print these off to give you tomorrow night, here's a quick reference for you!
http://www.cdeducation.org/dshare/Curriculum/Parent%20Standards%20Sheets/Updated%204th%20Grade.pdf
Let me know if you are unable to access.
Thank you!
- Laurie Smith
Rather than print these off to give you tomorrow night, here's a quick reference for you!
http://www.cdeducation.org/dshare/Curriculum/Parent%20Standards%20Sheets/Updated%204th%20Grade.pdf
Let me know if you are unable to access.
Thank you!
- Laurie Smith
Today's Homework
LA - Spelling workbook pg. 4
- Some students did not finish their 'shape' today - Draw & illustrate a shape and write the 4 types of sentences around it and cut it out. If not completed during class, it will need finished for homework tonight.
- Current Events begin tomorrow: Sophie, Ivy & Kari & Megan will present on Thursday.
Math - No homework tonight
All students in 4B are bringing home a schedule for Curriculum Night. 4B parents should report to 4B homeroom at 7pm. I will share my wisdom about Language Arts & Math, and then at 7:30 you'll be invited to Mr. Rendon's classroom to learn about Social St. and Religion. At 8:00 Mrs. Lewis will host you in her room to share about Science. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow night!
- Some students did not finish their 'shape' today - Draw & illustrate a shape and write the 4 types of sentences around it and cut it out. If not completed during class, it will need finished for homework tonight.
- Current Events begin tomorrow: Sophie, Ivy & Kari & Megan will present on Thursday.
Math - No homework tonight
All students in 4B are bringing home a schedule for Curriculum Night. 4B parents should report to 4B homeroom at 7pm. I will share my wisdom about Language Arts & Math, and then at 7:30 you'll be invited to Mr. Rendon's classroom to learn about Social St. and Religion. At 8:00 Mrs. Lewis will host you in her room to share about Science. We look forward to seeing you tomorrow night!
Tuesday, September 7, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Students should finish their Treasures Vocabulary that we started in class. They had a choice between a crossword puzzle or sentences for their 7 vocab words.
- Spelling workbook page 3 should be completed. Those students with alternate word lists should adapt the homework to fit their word list.
Math - Finish Place Value worksheet
- Spelling workbook page 3 should be completed. Those students with alternate word lists should adapt the homework to fit their word list.
Math - Finish Place Value worksheet
Friday, September 3, 2010
4th Grade News - Friday September 3, 2010
Academics
We are busy at work! Students will begin working with Spelling words next week to go along with our Treasures series. Look for your student to bring their words home on Tuesday. Our first Spelling test will be Friday.
This week we took a Reading Placement test. This helps me judge what your child learned last year and where we need to start our learning this year. I also use these results to see if your child could benefit from outside Reading help. We will begin working in our Treasures reading series next week and will be focusing on main ideas, inferences, and problem/solutions.
Current Events begin next week. I know students are anxious to find news articles and work on their presentations. Hopefully your child has shared the rubric, expectations and due date with you. If not, please ask them!
In Math we are continuing our study of Place Value. We made place value bookmarks this week, practiced reading larger numbers, and next week we will look at rounding.
Curriculum Night
I look forward to meeting you all in person on Thursday night. I have an information packet that will be sent home with you, or with your child on Friday if you are unable to attend.
Friday Folders
Today your child has a white weekly folder with a portion of their work from this year. Each Friday these will come home. Please look through this with your child weekly. Make it a point to save any work that can be used as a study guide for a test, and go over any work where your child may have missed a concept. Return the empty envelope to school with your child each Monday. Occasionally there will be a stamp on work that needs returned to school with the folder. These will be marked " PORTFOLIO PAPER - PLEASE RETURN." Thanks for your help with this.
Have a lovely Labor Day weekend!
Mrs. Smith
We are busy at work! Students will begin working with Spelling words next week to go along with our Treasures series. Look for your student to bring their words home on Tuesday. Our first Spelling test will be Friday.
This week we took a Reading Placement test. This helps me judge what your child learned last year and where we need to start our learning this year. I also use these results to see if your child could benefit from outside Reading help. We will begin working in our Treasures reading series next week and will be focusing on main ideas, inferences, and problem/solutions.
Current Events begin next week. I know students are anxious to find news articles and work on their presentations. Hopefully your child has shared the rubric, expectations and due date with you. If not, please ask them!
In Math we are continuing our study of Place Value. We made place value bookmarks this week, practiced reading larger numbers, and next week we will look at rounding.
Curriculum Night
I look forward to meeting you all in person on Thursday night. I have an information packet that will be sent home with you, or with your child on Friday if you are unable to attend.
Friday Folders
Today your child has a white weekly folder with a portion of their work from this year. Each Friday these will come home. Please look through this with your child weekly. Make it a point to save any work that can be used as a study guide for a test, and go over any work where your child may have missed a concept. Return the empty envelope to school with your child each Monday. Occasionally there will be a stamp on work that needs returned to school with the folder. These will be marked " PORTFOLIO PAPER - PLEASE RETURN." Thanks for your help with this.
Have a lovely Labor Day weekend!
Mrs. Smith
Thursday, September 2, 2010
Today's Homework
Language Arts - Finish your 'shield' if you haven't already done so.
Students should share their Current Events info with you. All students have been assigned a due date for their report.
Math - No additional HW
GO BUCKS!
Students should share their Current Events info with you. All students have been assigned a due date for their report.
Math - No additional HW
GO BUCKS!
Wednesday, September 1, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Just a reminder to those who forgot their photos to send these in ASAP. Thanks!
Math - Workbook pg. 3 - finish both pages 2 & 3 if not already finished
Math - Workbook pg. 3 - finish both pages 2 & 3 if not already finished
Tuesday, August 31, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Bring photo of yourself if you have not already
Math - Complete place value worksheet
Math - Complete place value worksheet
Monday, August 30, 2010
Today's Homework
LA - Bring photo of yourself by Weds. 9/1
- Finish 'Letter to yourself' if not already turned in
Math - Complete workbook page 1
- Finish 'Letter to yourself' if not already turned in
Math - Complete workbook page 1
Friday, August 27, 2010
4th Grade News - Friday August 27th
Strep in 4A
Stay healthy- we've had strep throat reported in 4th grade. Be on the lookout for symptoms and keep your child home if they are ill.
Seeking Room Moms
Would you be interested in being a room mom this year? Our 'queen' room mom, Tricia Bingham is looking for 2 volunteers from each homeroom. If interested, you may contact her at 389-2661 or seabound1959@aol.com.
Thank You!
Many thanks to those who have so generously donated to our classroom by purchasing a wish list item. If you're feeling left out and still wish to contribute, consult the boxes next to our classroom doors. We are very appreciative of your help!
Math News
We are working on place value as we kick off our studies this year. If you'd like to help, encourage your child to practice reading larger numbers. See if they can read to you correctly numbers like 1,345,014 or 876,405,204. Next week we will be making place value bookmarks to help with this.
Language Arts News
We are working on a variety of reading, writing, and spelling skills. This week we took a spelling test over sight words to see your child's ability level. Next week we will take a Treasures Placement Reading test, and we are working on a variety of writing and grammar skills. For a writing activity next week, your child will need a photo of themselves by Wednesday September 1st. Thanks in advance for your help with this!
Have a great week! Check back daily for the homework assignments!
Mrs. Smith
Stay healthy- we've had strep throat reported in 4th grade. Be on the lookout for symptoms and keep your child home if they are ill.
Seeking Room Moms
Would you be interested in being a room mom this year? Our 'queen' room mom, Tricia Bingham is looking for 2 volunteers from each homeroom. If interested, you may contact her at 389-2661 or seabound1959@aol.com.
Thank You!
Many thanks to those who have so generously donated to our classroom by purchasing a wish list item. If you're feeling left out and still wish to contribute, consult the boxes next to our classroom doors. We are very appreciative of your help!
Math News
We are working on place value as we kick off our studies this year. If you'd like to help, encourage your child to practice reading larger numbers. See if they can read to you correctly numbers like 1,345,014 or 876,405,204. Next week we will be making place value bookmarks to help with this.
Language Arts News
We are working on a variety of reading, writing, and spelling skills. This week we took a spelling test over sight words to see your child's ability level. Next week we will take a Treasures Placement Reading test, and we are working on a variety of writing and grammar skills. For a writing activity next week, your child will need a photo of themselves by Wednesday September 1st. Thanks in advance for your help with this!
Have a great week! Check back daily for the homework assignments!
Mrs. Smith
Tuesday, August 24, 2010
HOMEWORK - Week of 8/25
It's hard to believe summer is over! Welcome back. I hope you're 4th grader is enjoying the first few days of school and communicating to you about the fun year we have planned.
HOMEWORK for the week - Cover text books (if you have something- it just helps protect them. No need to make a special purchase), and find a chapter book to keep at your desk for SSR. Sometime next week students will need to bring a photo to school of themselves doing something (not a portrait photo). They will need these for Language Arts by Wednesday September 1st. Thanks!
Math HW Thursday August 26th - 'Ways we use Math' worksheet
Reminders: If your child has not yet purchased these school supplies, they will need to bring these in by Monday: 2 composition books and 2 pocket folders with three-prong inserts. We will be using these in Language Arts starting next week. Thanks!
HOMEWORK for the week - Cover text books (if you have something- it just helps protect them. No need to make a special purchase), and find a chapter book to keep at your desk for SSR. Sometime next week students will need to bring a photo to school of themselves doing something (not a portrait photo). They will need these for Language Arts by Wednesday September 1st. Thanks!
Math HW Thursday August 26th - 'Ways we use Math' worksheet
Reminders: If your child has not yet purchased these school supplies, they will need to bring these in by Monday: 2 composition books and 2 pocket folders with three-prong inserts. We will be using these in Language Arts starting next week. Thanks!
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Welcome to 4th Grade!
Hello! If you've made it here, congratulations! I am anxious to meet you all and start a new school year. You will want to bookmark this site or become a follower, so you can check back often for updates. I will be posting the daily homework here for you, and also listing important events and reminders. If you check the classroom chatter on our school website, it will link you back to here.
Thanks for visiting, and I look forward to meeting you all soon.
-Mrs. Smith
Thanks for visiting, and I look forward to meeting you all soon.
-Mrs. Smith
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