What are we learning?

ELA- The students have begun their narrative unit, where they have been learning about elements of fiction writing.  Currently, they are learning about character development.   Beginning this week, they will begin writing their own realistic fiction stories! 

Math- We are about halfway through our first module for math!  As you have noticed, the students have been bringing home their fluency pages.  These have been their morning work, which we go over at the beginning of math.  Now that they are becoming more acclimated with the routines of math workshop, we will begin grading and sending home their exit tickets for each lesson.  These will be graded on a 4-point rubric scale, similar to the grades you see on their report cards.  As always, please let us know if you have any questions!

Social Studies- The students finished their first unit in geography.  They all did an amazing job on their tests!  We have begun our next unit on the Haudenosaunee. 

WIN groups- As your child may have mentioned, the fourth graders are working in small reading and math groups across the grade-level.  This provides the students an opportunity to receive additional support in both areas that target their individual needs.  We are very excited about this district-wide initiative. 

Conferences- If you have not already done so, please sign up for your child's conference this fall.   Nov 4th or Dec 10th.  If these dates/times do not work for you, please let us know, and we can accommodate a time that works better.  We are also able to schedule virtual conferences as well!  Just let us know.