2005-2006 Fourth Grade Syllabus
Miss Hadgood, Mrs. Mininger, Mrs. Chaplin, Mrs.Cratsenberg
District Goals:
Goal 1 ~ Reading, Writing, and Communicating
Goal 2 ~ Using knowledge and Applying it correctly
Goal 3 ~ Thinking analytically and Solving problems
Goal 4 ~ Applying the skills in everyday life
Grade Level Goals:
Goal 1 ~ Increasing reading comprehension and writing skills
Goal 2 ~ Math instructions to increase each child's computation and
Problem Solving Skills.
Our Daily Schedule:
We use a 6-day schedule for PE, Music, Computer, and Library. The calendar for each month will come home at the end of the previous month. Please keep the calendar for each month so that you know your child's daily schedule according to the 6-day cycle.
Forth Grade Daily Subjects:
Mathematics ~ Scott Foresman-Addison Wesley Text, Pre-test and Post test for each chapter, Problem of the Day.
Reading ~ Novel Studies, Basal, Book Reports and AR books.
Spelling ~ Write Idea Language Spelling Lists. Tests on Fridays.
Social Studies ~ Map Skills, Native American and Washington History.
Science ~ Science Kits: Human Body, Force, Symmetry, Geology
Language~Writing/Communication Skills, Daily Oral Language, Cursive Writing, Thought-provoking
activities, and Reports.
Art ~ On a weekly basis.
Computer ~ Keyboarding and Basic Word-Processing, Math, and Reading programs.
Studies Skills ~ Daily use Academic Calendar and Binder.
Attendance:
Students need to be present each day and on time to school. Because curriculum is integrated throughout the day and each day contributes to the next, daily class participation will affect student learning and grades. We are attempting to instill a love of learning, self-management and reliability. These qualities will help promote enjoyment and success in the future. Students, parents, and teachers participate in goal setting, revision and conferences to ensure student progress.
Behavior Management/Discipline:
Students taking charge of their own learning and behavior a primary goal we strive to achieve. We want students to participate, be responsible, have positive self-concepts and see learning as a positive, life-long journey. We are working towards self-managers.
Our Philosophy:
Children learn best when they are engaged in activities that are at a high level of interest.
Children should always feel positive and good about themselves. Every child needs to possess some quality in which she/he can experience success. This success works best as a team of parent, child and teachers all working together. I look forward to working with you and your child.