August 2021 archive

Busy, Busy, Busy!

Hi Parents,
In addition to continuing the Getting to Know Each Other process, here is what we’re up to in the first two weeks of 4th grade!
Our first unit of study in Reading lays the groundwork for good reading habits. Students are taught how to set reading goals, choose a Just Right book, read actively, and build reading stamina.
As we dig into writing Personal Narratives, we are learning to generate ideas of what to write by thinking about Special People, Special Places, and Strong Emotions. We also are learning to add sensory details to help the reader experience the story.
We are tackling numbers up to 1 Million in math this first unit! Students are learning how to model and read and write numbers in standard form (24), word form (twenty-four), and expanded form (20 + 4). We are also rounding numbers!
The first unit of Social Studies is all about the Geography of the United States. Questions to answer are- Were is it? What’s it like there? How is it connected to other places?
As you can see, we are digging in!
Please don’t hesitate to ask questions!
Enjoy your week!

Tomorrow’s the Day! Monday, August 23

Hello All!

It was awesome to see you all at our Georgetown Open House! What a GREAT group of new fourth graders! I am so excited to start a new school year with your child (and you)!!

Each of you received an envelope at Open House with important papers from the school office. Please return these on the first day or at your earliest convenience.

Just a reminder, your child may bring supplies on the first day of school if they haven’t already done so. Don’t forget those gym shoes! Speaking of supplies, I would like to thank you for your generous donations to our classroom! 

It looks like it will be warm for the coming school days. Please send a water bottle and a snack, and dress your child in cool, comfy clothes!

Incase your child is wondering, when getting off the bus in the morning, the BIG kids walk around (behind) school to the 4th/5th grade doors. There will be plenty of adult helpers to help your child along.

No worries! It’s going to be GREAT!!

Thanks for sharing your precious child/children with me! I’m anxious to see them tomorrow! 

Take Care!!

Mrs. H.