Oct. 18

Math - We continuing to practice 2-digit x 1-digit problems.

Reading - We have moved into our 2nd reading unit where we analyze characters in the books we are reading. We will be reading through Kate DiCamillo's book The Tiger Rising.

Science - Your kiddos are learning about plant's structures and animal's survival characteristics with Ms. Damsteegt (4th grade Spanish Immersion teacher).

Writing - Our realistic fiction stories are full of creative events!  We are coming to our final edits and will send home our final stories in the next month.

No School - Just a reminder, we will not have school on Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday.

NO Homework next week!

MATH FACTS - Please note that we are now working on multiplication for our daily math fact practice homework.  Knowing those facts by memory will help us be much more successful as we're learning multi-digit multiplication in class now.  Some kids are passing levels on Reflex math like crazy - keep up the good work!

School picture retakes will be happening on Monday October 21, if your child is interested.

REPORT CARDS: Report Cards can now be viewed electronically. You can locate your child's report card on PowerSchool. I have learned that the best way to view the report card is on a desktop/laptop. A phone's view will only allow you to see the number scores, but does not show you the comments.

In 4th grade, your child will receive a letter grade for math, Bible, and spelling. These grades are based on tests taken throughout the quarter. We also use a number (1, 2, 3) grading scale. 

As a teacher, these are how I view each number.

1 - Needs lots of support and is an area of concern. This is a skill we will continue to work on.

2 - Not quite mastery, but is able to use the skill independently with some help/support. 

3 - Mastery of the skill. They do not need help or support. They are able to do this skill independently.