Curriculum
Click HERE for our weekly schedule
Week of 3/16 - 3/20 ➡️
Daily Homework - A two-sided page with reflection, reading comprehension, and math practice goes home daily and is due, signed by an adult, the next morning. No need to correct spelling; I value their ideas more!
Assessments - Weekly Check-In
Math - Mission/Module 5, Equivalent Fractions, Lesson 18-23
Reading/Writing - Opinion/Persuasive Writing (Author's Chair - Present Opinion/Persuasive Essay)
Close Reading - Tune Tuesday and Throwback Thursday (Lyrics)
Grammar - Adverbs and Adjectives
Cursive/Handwriting - Cursive practice; Posture; Pencil Grip
Technology - Digital Citizenship; Google Drive; Keyboarding Practice
Art - Marble Art with Watercolor
Social/Emotional - Problem Solving; Great Kindness Challenge; Mistakes; Impulse Control; Anti-Bullying Week; Kind Hearts; Mindfulness; Growth Mindset; Fantastic Elastic Brain; Energy Bus for Kids; Setting Goals; Procedures/Expectations; Community building
SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals) - Opinion/Persuasive Essay
Social Studies/History - Pioneer Days with Mrs. Baltz; Lesson 8: Connecting California to the Nation (Independent work)
Science - Speed & Energy
Library (with Ms. Monica) - Tues/Thurs
PE (with Mr. Riemer) - Mon/Wed
Music (with Ms. Lexie) - Tues/Thurs
Fun Friday - IF EARNED: Choice of Indoor or Outdoor (weather-dependent)
Important Dates
*WOW Wednesday: Meet at Northwest Park at 7:45 am on Wednesdays*
✳️ March ✳️
⬇️
3/20 - No School (Teacher Work Day)
3/21 - Site Beautification Day 8am-12pm
3/23 - Scholastic Orders Due HERE
3/25 - Library Field Trip 10:40am-12:45pm
3/25 - ELAC Meeting 6:15-7:30pm in Room 36
3/26 - Pebble Celebration (PJ Day)
3/27 - Coffee with the Director/PTO/ELAC 8-8:30am
3/30-4/3 - No School (Spring Break)
----------------------------------------------
___ - Board Meeting 6-8 pm in Room 1
___ - PTO Meeting 6-7pm in Room 2
___ - Clothing Exchange (all day)
___ - Charter Advisory Committee 5:30-7:30pm in MPR
Room 2 Wish List
Classroom materials
Classroom supplies
Library books
Amazon Wish List *Links provided are to be used as examples / We are happy with ANY brand*
Cash/check donations can be made at any time. For checks, please make them out to DMCS. For cash, please make sure it is in a sealed envelope with the name of the student on the outside.
Reminders
Talent/Career Share: Room 2 students are very eager to learn about different types of careers and talents! If you are interested in sharing this year, please contact me!
Please make sure your student gets enough sleep each night. HERE, it states that 6-12 year olds are recommended to have 9-12 hours/night.
Every Kid Outdoors Pass - Your 4th grader is eligible for a FREE entrance pass to our National Parks! This pass provides free entry for your 4th grader, any children under 16, and up to three adults (or all adults if you're in the same vehicle)! You can find detailed information HERE and instructions for how your 4th grader can get their pass HERE. The passes expire on August 31, 2026. The National Park Service manages 425 locations. You can view a list of all parks, sites, monuments, and more in California HERE. I hope you can make memories exploring our National Park system over the next year!
HERE is the "50 Questions to Ask..." resource for connecting with your student after school.
If you are interested in connecting with our Scholastic Book Club class account, click HERE for more information (Class code: NH38B)
A local food pantry is located only 2 blocks from the school on A Street at 785 West A Street, Dixon.
Please view the EdJoin page for the available positions HERE and check in with the front office if you have any questions.