Sunday, March 29, 2009

April 6th - 10th

Dates to Know . . .
April 6 -- Classes Resume
April 7 -- Teacher's Institute -- No School
April 10 -- No School
April 16th -- Open House/Book Fair @ 6:30 p.m.
April 24 -- Early Release

Math
On Monday we will begin with one lesson in the next chapter of study, Chapter 21. This is an extension in our study of "Geometry". The students will learn about solid figures. They will identify different solid figures and compare the edges, faces and vertices of different solid figures.

We will begin Chapter 9 - “Multiplying by 1-digit Numbers” this week. Students should be reviewing their multiplication and division facts. Memorization will make multiplying by two digit numbers and long division a much easier task.

Friday, March 20, 2009

Week of March 23rd - March 27th

Dates to Know . . .
March 27th – Tivoli Theater
March 31st – First day of Spring Break
April 6th - Classes Resume
April 7th – Teacher Institute – No School
April 10th – No School
April 16th - Open House

Math
On Monday we will begin the next chapter of study, Chapter 20 - "Motion Geometry". This will be a brief chapter covering the first three lessons and ending with a quiz on Thursday before Spring Break. Please review concepts with your child nightly.

Students should be reviewing their multiplication and division facts. Memorization will make multiplying by two digit numbers and long division a much easier task. This chapter will begin a week or so after break.

Thursday, March 12, 2009

Week of March 16th - 20th




Math
We will wrap up our study of Chapter 19 this week - “Lines, Rays, Angles, and Plane Figures.” There is a lot of information to know. Please review the concepts daily. Due to the day off of school and shortened math period on Thursday, the Chapter 19 test will probably be either Friday, March 20th or Monday, March 23rd.

Friday, March 6, 2009

Week of March 9th - 13th

Mark your calendar...
March 9 - March 12 - Conferences
March 10 - Report Cards Issued
March 12 - Early Dismissal
March 13 - No School

Math
We will continue with our study of Chapter 19 this week - “Lines, Rays, Angles, and Plane Figures.” There is a lot of information to know. Please review the concepts daily. The Chapter 19 test will probably be "next" week.

Tuesday, March 3, 2009

Week of March 2nd - 6th

Mark your calendar...
March 2 - No School
March 3 - March 6 - ISAT Testing (2 tests per day)
March 6 - End of the Second Trimester
March 9 - March 12 - Conferences
March 10 - Report Cards Issued
March 12 - Early Dismissal
March 13 - No School

ISAT testing will begin on Tuesday, March 3rd and continue through Friday, March 6th. Fourth grade takes ISAT tests in the the subjects of: Reading, Math, Science. There will be two tests given per day. One test will occur each morning, and one test will take place after lunch. Parents can play an important role in getting students ready for the these tests. Here are some suggestions on how parents can help their children prepare for the ISAT tests:
*Make sure your child gets a good night's sleep before the tests

*Make sure your child eats a healthy breakfast each day
*Send a healthy snack and/or drink with your child daily
*Let your child know that he/she should take the test seriously and do his/her best

Math
Due to ISAT testing, we will not be meeting with our math students. Please be sure that your child has a calculator to use during testing. If your child does not have one at school, please send one in next week. Classes will resume on Monday, March 9th.