Wow! We have been busy this first week settling into our classroom and routines. We are already learning a lot about each other and some content as well. Check out what we have been up to...
Reading - We spent the week practicing sustained read to self and set some goals that we would like to work toward for this first month of school. We are reading The Tiger Rising, which is always a 4th grade favorite.
Math - We are now 2 lessons into our new 4th grade math curriculum. We took the Beginning of the Year Math Test so you will be getting a score and things to work on next week. Our focus right now is place value and reading numbers into the millions.
PBL - Our current unit is titled Selfies on Common Ground and the goal is to determine how we can work together to create a common ground. We spent the week learning about each other and deciding what our space will look like.
A few things to note:
A homework log came home this week. If you need a copy, find the Homework Log Page to print one. A lot of the items on the homework log this week are parent pieces. I need the field trip form, the volunteer form if you think that you will be volunteering for field trips or events, and the parent survey filled out for your student. You can find the link here.
A Scholastic book order came home this week. If you are interested in purchasing online, my code is HB47X. I use the points that I earn for classroom materials so the more books ordered the better for our class. Paper orders are due the 22nd. I will submit the order over the weekend.
We will be taking selfies on Monday as part of our PBL project. Students planned out where their selfie should take place. If it is in a place outside of school, you can send the picture to me via email. If they plan to take it at school, props should come in on Monday.
The last part of the homework log is reading. We would love to help students get into the habit of nightly reading. It sounds like this is a habit for most of us. Thank you for your help with this.
Curriculum Night will take place next Thursday, September 14th from 6:30 to 8:00. Can't wait to see you there. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to email me at bertelson@aaps.k12.mi.us
Best,
Mrs. Bertelson
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