Welcome to 4th Grade! 🎉

Hello amazing 4th grade families. We are so thrilled to kick off this school year with your wonderful kids. We can’t wait to see all the learning and fun ahead. Let’s make this year unforgettable together!

Things to remember 💡

• Please make sure your child brings a water bottle with a secure spill proof lid ( no straw ) each day to stay hydrated.

• Label all personal items to avoid mix-ups.

•  When you see notes on the calendar page in the folder, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info. 

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed! 

Highlights from Last Week 🌈

Our first week was about getting to know each other and setting the stage for a successful year. We explored classroom routines, talked about how to be kind and respectful classmates, and started laying the foundation for a positive classroom culture. It was a week full of smiles, new friendships, and lots of learning about how we can all work together.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

We’re about to fully dive into our curriculum! Next week, your child will experience engaging reading journeys, interactive math lessons, hands-on science investigations, and creative social studies activities. We’ll also keep building our classroom community through collaborative projects and teamwork.

Math: We’ll begin exploring place value and number sense, setting the foundation for all our math learning this year.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): In this twelve day unit, we will begin introducing strong literacy habits (strategies that good readers and writers use).

Science: Last week, we introduced the scientific method and discussed our top priority for class experiments: safe lab practices. This week, we will begin our Properties of Matter unit with the concepts of mass and temperature. 

Social Studies: Last week, we introduced strands of Social Studies and discussed its importance. This week we will begin our Geography unit and will introduce using maps and the geographic regions of Texas.

What to ask (Sci/SS): Ask your child what "social" means, and then ask them to teach you about "STAR Listening." Your family might even practice using STAR listening and social graces during dinner!

Upcoming Events 🎊

Howdy Week - August 25-29:

• Monday - Mismatch

• Tuesday - Tie Dye

• Wednesday - Way Back

• Thursday - Team Up

• Friday - Fun-Tastic

Things to remember 💡

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

This week, we focused on helping students get familiar with the rhythm of our lessons. Setting the stage for a smooth and successful year. QR codes were also sent home so students can access Clever at home. It’s been fantastic to see everyone settling in and ready to learn!

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: We will start comparing and ordering numbers.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading):  In this twelve day unit, we will begin introducing strong literacy habits (strategies that good readers and writers use).

Science: Thank you for returning the Science Safety handout! After MAP Testing this week, we will continue our Properties of Matter unit by exploring and classifying materials based on their magnetism and volume. 

Social Studies: The students have started a major project to produce their choice of an informational map of Texas. The due date for this project will be postponed due to our MAP Testing this week.

A Fun Activity (Sci/SS): Your child might want to make a "treasure map" for your family's home, with a hidden "treasure." Ask if the map is "drawn to scale?" (It's ok if not, but perhaps it should be labeled that way or otherwise include a scale.) See if you can find the treasure based on your child's map!

Upcoming Events 🎉

MAP Testing Window: Aug 25 - 29

Howdy Week: Aug 25 - 29

• Monday - Mismatch

• Tuesday - Tie Dye

• Wednesday - Way Back

• Thursday - Team Up

• Friday - Fun-Tastic

No School: September 1-2

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

This week, students completed their first round of MAP testing. We are so proud of them and results will be sent home during our first Student led Conference. We also celebrated Howdy Week, it was so fun to see everyone dressed up!

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: We will practice rounding numbers to any place value using a vertical number line. 

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading):  In this twelve day unit, we will begin introducing strong literacy habits (strategies that good readers and writers use).

Science: We will continue our Properties of Matter unit by exploring volume and relative density. 

Social Studies: The students will complete their informational map of Texas and will take an assessment on their knowledge of maps.

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): Ask your child how we measured the volume of an irregularly shaped object and to tell you about "displacement."

Upcoming Events 🎉

September 1-2: No school.

September 12th: $5 Dress like a video game character.

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• MAP results will be sent home during Student led Conference.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

We hope you all had a fantastic short week filled with fun and relaxation! It’s always great to have a little extra time to recharge, and we’re excited to jump back into a full week of learning together.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math:  First, students will take the Module 1 Mid-Module test. After that, we’ll be diving into multi-digit whole number addition and subtraction.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading):  Monday and Tuesday students will complete their Unit 1 Performance assessments. In Unit 2 (12 school days) students will learn about an author's purpose and craft.

Science: Students will take a unit test on the properties of matter to show their learning. 

Social Studies: We will explore and describe the four geographic regions of Texas. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): Ask your child how the Texas Panhandle got its nickname.

Upcoming Events 🎉

September 12th: $5 Dress like a video game character.

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• MAP results will be sent home during Student led Conferences.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

What an exciting week we've had in 4th grade! The students have been shining bright, showing teamwork and creativity in everything they do. Plus, our video game character dress-up day was a huge hit—so many fantastic costumes and smiles all around! 

Math: A note was sent home explaining the grading process. 

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math:  We will spend the first few days wrapping up addition and subtraction. After that, students will take the end-of-module test to showcase all they’ve learned. To finish the week, we’ll have a word problem workshop to help equip students with tools to solve word problems.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading):  Monday and Tuesday students will complete their Unit 1 Performance assessments. In Unit 2 (12 school days) students will learn about an author's purpose and craft.

Science: We will begin exploring changes in states of matter, mixtures, solutions, and the conservation of matter. Students will conduct an experiment to show the difference between a mixture and a solution.

Social Studies: We will celebrate Constitution Day (September 17), and Freedom Week, by introducing the founding documents of the United States: the Constitution, the Bill of Rights, and the Declaration of Independence. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): Ask your child why Ms. Laporte doesn't like ice in water bottles (hint: it has to do with condensation)!

Upcoming Events 🎉

September 19th: Wear Gold and/or Sky Blue.

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• MAP results will be sent home during Student led Conferences.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

We went ahead and handed out MAP test results on Friday. These reports give a snapshot of your child’s progress and help us tailor instruction to their needs. Keep an eye out for a different, more detailed MAP report that will be shared during our upcoming Student-Led Conferences — it’s a great opportunity for your child to showcase their learning journey!

On Friday, our classes proudly wore light blue and gold to support Childhood Cancer Awareness. It was a special day where we thought about what makes us brave.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: We will start Module 2. This week is all about metric conversions and adding and subtracting like units.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): In Unit 2 (12 school days) students will learn about an author's purpose and craft. 

Science: We will introduce the concept of contact forces and continue to review elements of our prior work in matter.

Social Studies: We will introduce the overarching themes of early Texas by using maps and geography to relate to the movement of people: native peoples, Spanish explorers, and early [European] settlers. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): Make a game to see who in your family can make the longest list (on paper) of all the examples of contact forces that they see in one afternoon! 

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for just $35 to lock in the lowest price. Prices will go up to $45 starting January 1, so be sure to order soon! Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

October 3rd: $5 fundraiser to wear your pj's. 

October 3rd: Dance-A-Thon starts.

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

This week our students have had another amazing week of learning. They have continued to have great attitudes and amaze us in their ability to be wonderful students and friends to each other. Their kindness and enthusiasm truly make our classroom a special place!

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: Will be working with input-output tables and number patterns, followed by taking the Module 2 test. On Friday, we’ll have a review day to go over the topics from module 1.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): In Unit 2B (12 school days) This unit bundles student expectations that address how author's purpose influences a writer's choice of structure. Writers use their purpose as the driver for choosing how to organize and develop their ideas. Purposeful structure and organization of ideas help the reader follow and understand the author’s purpose and message.

Science: We will conduct an investigation (experiment) in class about friction and different surfaces, and we will identify and explain different types of contact forces.

Social Studies: We will begin to study the native peoples of Texas. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): How were the lives of early hunter-gathers similar to and different from the lives of later natives who learned to farm?

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for just $35 to lock in the lowest price. Prices will go up to $45 starting January 1, so be sure to order soon! Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

October 3rd: $5 fundraiser to wear your pj's. 

October 3rd: Dance-A-Thon starts.

October 6th: Bring your birthday hat to celebrate Goose's birthday.

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

Your amazing 4th graders have been busy getting ready for their student-led conferences. It’s been exciting to see them dive into their MAP data, set goals, and plan how to reach them!

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: We’re kicking off Module 3! We’ll start by exploring area and perimeter through fun problem-solving activities. After three days, we’ll shift gears to look at multiplication patterns of 10 and 100.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): In Unit 2B (12 school days) This unit bundles student expectations that address how author's purpose influences a writer's choice of structure. Writers use their purpose as the driver for choosing how to organize and develop their ideas. Purposeful structure and organization of ideas help the reader follow and understand the author’s purpose and message.

Science: We will preview the non-contact forces of magnetism and gravity.

Social Studies: We will compare and contrast native tribes from the Texas Coastal Plains with native tribes from the other regions of Texas that include mountains and plains. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): How did you enjoy teaching about a native tribe to your classmates? What went well?

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for just $35 to lock in the lowest price. Prices will go up to $45 starting January 1, so be sure to order soon! Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

October 6th: Bring your birthday hat to celebrate Goose's birthday.

October 9th: Early release @ 11:30.

October 9th: Student-led conferences 3 PM - 5 PM.

October 10th - 14th: No school.

October 16th: PTO free dress for candy.

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

This week we had our student-led conferences, and what a fantastic experience it was! Thank you to all the families who were able to join us. It was wonderful to see students presenting their data and sharing their progress. We hope you found the insights helpful and enjoyed hearing directly from your child about their learning journey.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: We will begin exploring multi-digit multiplication.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): In Unit 2B (12 school days) This unit bundles student expectations that address how author's purpose influences a writer's choice of structure. Writers use their purpose as the driver for choosing how to organize and develop their ideas. Purposeful structure and organization of ideas help the reader follow and understand the author’s purpose and message.

Science: We will identify and describe types of energy including light, sound, thermal and mechanical.

Social Studies: We will complete any missing work in Social Studies but not begin new material until next week. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): Tell me about your models for different types of energy.

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for just $35 to lock in the lowest price. Prices will go up to $45 starting January 1, so be sure to order soon! Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

October 10th - 14th: No school.

October 16th: PTO free dress for candy.

October 24th: 50th day of school - Dress in 50's style clothes.

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

Hello wonderful 4th grade families! This week was a short week but a good one. We hope you all had a fantastic and restful long weekend. There was also a free dress day. It’s such a joy to see how each student’s style reflects their personality. 

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: We will continue exploring multi-digit multiplication.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): Unit 02C: Author’s Purpose & Craft: Learning and Leveraging the Power of Words This unit bundles student expectations that address how authors use language to express voice and convey meaning. Writers carefully select language that supports their message and purpose. Readers interpret words and phrases in order to help them create mental images that improve understanding. 

Science: We will continue last week's work on energy and introduce the topic of conductors and insulators.

Social Studies: We will study three topics this week: European Explorers in Texas, Spanish Settlements, and Mexican Texas. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): What was the difference for people living in Texas under Spanish rule compared to people in Texas living under the Mexican government later? How was this like the independent United States compared to colonial rule under Great Britian?

Fall Party 🎃

Help our favorite 4th graders celebrate by signing up and dropping off an item, if you can!

Sign Up Here 

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for just $35 to lock in the lowest price. Prices will go up to $45 starting January 1, so be sure to order soon! Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

October 24th: 50th day of school - Dress in 50's style clothes.

October 25th: PTO Trunk or Treat 4 - 6 PM

October 27th - 31st: Red Ribbon Week.

•   Monday - Camo Day

• Tuesday - Disney Day

• Wednesday - Rainbow Day

• Thursday - Western Day

• Friday - Storybook Character Day

October 31st: Fall Party 

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

We had an amazing week celebrating our 50th day of school! The kids looked fantastic in their 50's style outfits, and the dance-a-thon party was a blast. It was wonderful to see everyone having so much fun while marking this special milestone together.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: This week we are saying goodbye to multi-digit multiplication and hello to division.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): Unit 02C: Author’s Purpose & Craft: Learning and Leveraging the Power of Words This unit bundles student expectations that address how authors use language to express voice and convey meaning. Writers carefully select language that supports their message and purpose. Readers interpret words and phrases in order to help them create mental images that improve understanding. 

Science: We will study electrical energy and circuits.

Social Studies: We will study empresarios and new settlers in Texas, under the Mexican government, through the early 1830s. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): How can you identify cause and effect during a science experiment? How can you cause and effect while reading a story?

Fall Party 🎃

Help our favorite 4th graders celebrate by signing up and dropping off an item, if you can! Sign Up Here 

Snack Attack 🍪

Be sure to check out the Snack Attack tab for all the yummy details.

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for just $35 to lock in the lowest price. Prices will go up to $45 starting January 1, so be sure to order soon! Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

October 27th - 31st: Red Ribbon Week.

•  Monday - Camo Day

• Tuesday - Disney Day

• Wednesday - Rainbow Day

• Thursday - Western Day

• Friday - Storybook Character Day

October 31st: Fall Party 

November 4th: Free Dress for Paper

November 4th - 5th: Interim assessments

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

This week we tackled Interim Testing. We are very proud of our students for completing another state test and doing their best!

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: This week we are continuing division.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): Unit 03A: Examining and Developing the Heart of the Story - This unit bundles student expectations that address the genre characteristics and structures of fictional text. This genre represents narratives, or stories, that include literary elements and devices. Literary elements are the basic parts of a story including plot, character(s), setting, theme, etc. 

Science: We will review our study of Energy, and take a test toward the end of the week. We will start practicing "Claim, Evidence, Reasoning" as a way to write science experiment results.

Social Studies: This week includes vocabulary-packed reading! We will study the empressarios Stephen Austin and Martin De Leon who brought settlers Texas. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): What was life like for the early Texas settlers? What was it like for the indigenous (native) Texans?

Snack Attack 🍪

Be sure to check out the Snack Attack tab for all the yummy details.

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for just $35 to lock in the lowest price. Prices will go up to $45 starting January 1, so be sure to order soon! Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

November 12th: $5 fundraiser - wear pj's

November 13th: Yearbook photos

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

We’re so proud of how much our 4th graders are learning and growing! The upcoming field trip will be a wonderful way to celebrate their hard work. Thank you for your continued support—let’s keep the momentum going!

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: This week we are continuing division.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): Unit 03A: Examining and Developing the Heart of the Story - This unit bundles student expectations that address the genre characteristics and structures of fictional text. This genre represents narratives, or stories, that include literary elements and devices. Literary elements are the basic parts of a story including plot, character(s), setting, theme, etc. 

Science: We will complete our Energy review and test. We will also practice "Claim, Evidence, Reasoning" as a way to write science experiment results.

Social Studies: We will study the beginning of the Texas Revolution. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): What are all these revolutions about in history? (This is the third we've studied so far!) Why did people want to fight in these revolutionary wars?

Field Trip Adventure! 🌳🦉

Get ready for an exciting day outdoors! On December 18th, our class will visit the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge. The cost will be $15 per student for the venue, we are hoping to cover the bus cost with Snack Attack money. If we do not make enough, I will update the price. This field trip is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore nature and learn about wildlife firsthand. Please pack a sack lunch for your child to enjoy while we are there. Please fill out and return the permission slip and pay by December 15th.

Here is some information from the webpage about the program that we will be doing.

•  Immerse yourself in nature with TEKS-correlated field science based activities. Students will rotate between three stations located around the nature center to connect classroom concepts in a natural setting.

For this Trip we will have a total of 5 teachers attending with us and are not taking any parent chaperones.

Permission Slip Link 

When: December 18th 10 AM - 1 PM

Where: Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge

Cost: $15 per student/cash

Attire: School uniform / any jacket

Snack Attack 🍪

Be sure to check out the Snack Attack tab for all the yummy details.

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for just $35 to lock in the lowest price. Prices will go up to $45 starting January 1, so be sure to order soon! Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

November 21st: Snack Attack!

November 24th - 27th: No School

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please send your child with a labeled water bottle every day to keep them hydrated and ready to learn.

• Label all personal items so nothing gets lost.

• When you see notes on the calendar page, please initial them so we know you’ve seen the important info.

• Check back each week for updates and reminders — staying connected helps your child succeed!

Highlights from this week 🌈

Snack Attack was a huge hit! Our students had a blast stepping out of the classroom to help with the fundraising event. It was a wonderful opportunity for them to learn about teamwork and community spirit. Thank you to everyone who supported this fun experience!

 We hope that everyone was able to have a restful break and is ready to dive back in.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: This week we are looking at two-digit by two-digit multiplication and taking the Module 3 Test.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): Middle of the year spelling skills placement tests have been completed for the most part.  Some students have moved up a level.  We will start new lists when we come back from Thanksgiving break.  Look for them in your students take home folder.  Unit 03A: Examining and Developing the Heart of the Story - This unit bundles student expectations that address the genre characteristics and structures of fictional text. This genre represents narratives, or stories, that include literary elements and devices. Literary elements are the basic parts of a story including plot, character(s), setting, theme, etc. 

Science: We will model the changes to our seasons on Earth, with its tilted axis and its orbit around the sun. 

Social Studies: Using text, sequencing, and time lines, we will describe the Battle of the Alamo. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): What is your favorite season? How would you describe the daylight that reaches us during that time of the year?

Winter Party! ❄️🎁

Get ready for our Winter Party on December 19th! We’ll be celebrating with a white elephant gift exchange featuring keychains — a fun and friendly way to share some holiday cheer. After the gift swap, we’ll do a small craft then cozy up with a G-rated holiday movie and enjoy some snacks. Feel free to send your child with a blanket to make the movie time extra comfy!

Keychains can be brought in and dropped off all that week.

Field Trip Adventure! 🌳🦉

Get ready for an exciting day outdoors! On December 18th, our class will visit the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge. The cost will be $15 per student for the venue, we are hoping to cover the bus cost with Snack Attack money. If we do not make enough, I will update the price. This field trip is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore nature and learn about wildlife firsthand. Please pack a sack lunch for your child to enjoy while we are there. Please fill out and return the permission slip and pay by December 15th.

Here is some information from the webpage about the program that we will be doing.

•  Immerse yourself in nature with TEKS-correlated field science based activities. Students will rotate between three stations located around the nature center to connect classroom concepts in a natural setting.

For this Trip we will have a total of 5 teachers attending with us and are not taking any parent chaperones.

Permission Slip Link 

When: December 18th 10 AM - 1 PM

Where: Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge

Cost: $15 per student/cash

Attire: School uniform / any jacket

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for just $35 to lock in the lowest price. Prices will go up to $45 starting January 1, so be sure to order soon! Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

November 24th - 27th: No School

December 1st - 5th: Book Fair

December 3rd: STAR Showcase 5:30 - 7pm

Things to remember 💡

• Fill out the permission slip for the field trip and pay by Dec. 15th

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

Highlights from this week 🌈

We had a great week this week. Students got to meet the classroom Elves and made them proud by being fantastic friends and students!

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: This week we will start learning about plane figures and angles.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): This unit bundles student expectations that address analyzing and writing fictional texts with an emphasis on traditional literature such as folktales, fables, legends, myths, and tall tales. 

Science: We will investigate more about the movements of the Earth in space, and we will give answers to how these movements affect us. 

Social Studies: We will write an essay on a person significant to the Texas Revolution, and we will analyze the Runaway Scrape. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): How does writing notes while you read informational text - like a textbook - affect your understanding of the material?

Winter Party! ❄️🎁

Get ready for our Winter Party on December 19th! We’ll be celebrating with a white elephant gift exchange featuring keychains — a fun and friendly way to share some holiday cheer. After the gift swap, we’ll do a small craft then cozy up with a G-rated holiday movie and enjoy some snacks. Feel free to send your child with a blanket to make the movie time extra comfy!

Wrapped keychains can be brought in and dropped off all that week.

Field Trip Adventure! 🌳🦉

Get ready for an exciting day outdoors! On December 18th, our class will visit the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge. The cost will be $15 per student for the venue. This field trip is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore nature and learn about wildlife firsthand. Please pack a sack lunch for your child to enjoy while we are there. Please fill out the permission slip and pay by December 15th. This is a hard deadline as we have to confirm the number of students going with the venue.

Here is some information from the webpage about the program that we will be doing.

•  Immerse yourself in nature with TEKS-correlated field science based activities. Students will rotate between three stations located around the nature center to connect classroom concepts in a natural setting.

For this Trip we will have a total of 5 teachers attending with us and are not taking any parent chaperones.

Permission Slip Link 

When: December 18th 10 AM - 1 PM

Where: Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge

Cost: $15 per student/cash

Attire: School uniform / any jacket

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for just $35 to lock in the lowest price. Prices will go up to $45 starting January 1, so be sure to order soon! Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

December 13th: TeSA Craft Fair 10AM - 12:30PM

December 15th: Deadline for field trip permission slip and payment. 

December 16th: 4th and 5th grade performance

December 18th: Field Trip Day

December 19th: Wintet Party/ Early Release @ 11:30

Things to remember 💡

• Fill out the permission slip for the field trip and pay by Dec. 15th. This is a hard deadline.

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

Highlights from this week 🌈

This week we have had fun looking for the classroom Elves and seeing what they have been up to. 

Your students continue to impress us and the Elves with their kindness. 

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: This week we will continue learning about plane figures and angles.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): This unit bundles student expectations that address analyzing and writing fictional texts with an emphasis on traditional literature such as folktales, fables, legends, myths, and tall tales. No spelling words next week.

Science: We will investigate snowflakes and make one in our holiday party on Friday. 

Social Studies: We will conduct "mini-research" on a person significant to the Texas Revolution. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): What was the best moment for you of the Winter performance?!

Winter Party! ❄️🎁

Get ready for our Winter Party on December 19th! We’ll be celebrating with a white elephant gift exchange featuring keychains — a fun and friendly way to share some holiday cheer. After the gift swap, we’ll do a small craft then cozy up with a G-rated holiday movie and enjoy some snacks. Feel free to send your child with a blanket to make the movie time extra comfy!

Wrapped keychains can be brought in and dropped off all that week.

Field Trip Adventure! 🌳🦉

Get ready for an exciting day outdoors! On December 18th, our class will visit the Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge. The cost will be $15 per student for the venue. This field trip is a fantastic opportunity for students to explore nature and learn about wildlife firsthand. Please pack a sack lunch for your child to enjoy while we are there. Please fill out the permission slip and pay by December 15th. This is a hard deadline as we have to confirm the number of students going with the venue.

Here is some information from the webpage about the program that we will be doing.

•  Immerse yourself in nature with TEKS-correlated field science based activities. Students will rotate between three stations located around the nature center to connect classroom concepts in a natural setting.

For this Trip we will have a total of 5 teachers attending with us and are not taking any parent chaperones.

When: December 18th 10 AM - 1 PM

Where: Fort Worth Nature Center and Refuge

Cost: $15 per student/cash

Attire: School uniform / any jacket

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for just $35 to lock in the lowest price. Prices will go up to $45 starting January 1, so be sure to order soon! Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

December 15th: Deadline for field trip permission slip and payment. 

December 16th: 4th and 5th grade performance

December 18th: Field Trip Day

December 19th: Wintet Party/ Early Release @ 11:30

Things to remember 💡

• Fill out the permission slip for the field trip and pay by Dec. 15th. This is a hard deadline.

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

Winter Break

Dec. 22 - Jan 6

Highlights from this week 🌈

Hello wonderful 4th grade families! We hope you all had a fantastic winter break filled with fun, relaxation, and special moments with your loved ones. It’s so great to have everyone back and ready to dive into an exciting new part of the school year!

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: This week we will continue learning about plane figures and angles.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): This unit bundles student expectations that address analyzing and writing fictional texts with an emphasis on traditional literature such as folktales, fables, legends, myths, and tall tales. No spelling words next week.

Science: We will study phases of the moon and the moon's orbit around the Earth. 

Social Studies: We will gear-up to restart Texas History next week. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): What was your earliest memory of seeing the moon? I hope you even notice it on your way to school some mornings!

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for $45. Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

Upcoming Events 🎉

January 9th: $5 Fundraiser - Crazy Hair & Weat Yellow/Gold

January 12 - 16: MAP Testing

January 15th: Yearbook Photo Retake

January 16th: School Spelling Bee

January 19th: No School

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

Highlights from this week 🌈

This week, your amazing 4th graders showed us that they remembered our classroom and school expectations perfectly while on break. They were leading the example of how to be respectful, responsible, and ready to learn. It’s wonderful to see their positive attitudes and cooperation in action!

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: We will be looking at lines of symmetry and classifying triangles, .

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): This unit bundles student expectations that address analyzing and writing fictional texts with an emphasis on traditional literature such as folktales, fables, legends, myths, and tall tales. No spelling words this week because of MAP testing.

Science: We will have a quick review on writing scientific descriptions, and rewrite a description from Thursday's quiz. 

Social Studies: We will study the Battle of San Jacinto, and how the prior Texas leaders ultimately affected the Texas victory there. We will also talk about the legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. and why our country reflects and celebrates him each year. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): How has someone from the past shaped your life today and influenced what your life might be like in the future? 

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for $45. Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

COWTOWN Registration

Registration for COWTOWN is OPEN! TeSA families can now register for the Cowtown Race on Saturday, February 28, 2026! Thanks to a grant, the first 175 TeSA students who register using our school access code can receive discounted race entry and a FREE pair of running shoes and socks, along with a race T-shirt and finisher medal. This is a fun, family-friendly event with runners and walkers of all ages. Registration closes January 24, 2026—spots are limited, so don’t wait!

Click HERE for registration details!

Upcoming Events 🎉

January 12 - 16: MAP Testing

January 15th: Yearbook Photo Retake

January 16th: School Spelling Bee

January 19th: No School

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please make sure all water bottles are spill proof/no straws. 

Highlights from this week 🌈

This week, our students took part in MAP testing. They did an amazing job following all the testing environment rules—quiet voices, staying focused, and being respectful. We’re so proud of their effort and maturity!

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: We are saying goodbye to this module and starting our exploration of fractions.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): We are finishing up traditional literature such as folktales, fables, legends, myths, and tall tales. I have sent vocabulary lists home with students for words we have been working on in class.  There will be a vocabulary test on Tuesday.

Science: We will complete our unit on the moon and take a test over Earth and space. Please click on the Science Fair tab and return the Handout  #1 Form in advance!

Social Studies: We will study the Battle of San Jacinto and Texas as a new republic. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): (From last week) What is your favorite quote from Martin Luther King, Jr., and what does that quote mean to you? Also, what made his speeches so effective? (Hint: he skillfully used elements of persuasive writing.)

Yearbook Orders Are Open! 📚✨

It’s that time of year again—yearbook orders are now open for the 2025–2026 school year! Don’t miss out on capturing all the special moments from this year. Order your yearbook now for $45. Let’s make sure every student has a keepsake full of memories. To order a yearbook click here.

COWTOWN Registration

Registration for COWTOWN is OPEN! TeSA families can now register for the Cowtown Race on Saturday, February 28, 2026! Thanks to a grant, the first 175 TeSA students who register using our school access code can receive discounted race entry and a FREE pair of running shoes and socks, along with a race T-shirt and finisher medal. This is a fun, family-friendly event with runners and walkers of all ages. Registration closes January 24, 2026—spots are limited, so don’t wait!

Click HERE for registration details!

Upcoming Events 🎉

March 13th/23rd: Science Fair Projects Due (see Science Fair tab)

February 2nd - 6th: Interim Testing

February 6th: $5 fundraiser for 5th Grade - wear red

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please make sure all water bottles are spill proof/no straws. 

Highlights from this week 🌈

This week was shorter than usual due to those rare Texas snow days! We hope everyone enjoyed the unexpected winter wonderland and found some fun ways to play and relax. Despite the shorter week, our students stayed engaged and made great progress in their lessons.

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: We will continue with comparing, adding, and subtracting fractions.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): We will be working on poetry characteristics and types this next week.  We are continuing to work on vocabulary for unit 2 and a compare contrast paper in writing.

Science: We will make individual goals - and strategies - to motivate further learning in Science. We will practice translating 2-D drawings into 3-D space. We will begin study on slow changes to Earth. 

Please click on the Science Fair tab and return the Handout  #1 Form in advance! Students who participate in the Science Fair will receive extra credit on their Science grade.

Social Studies: We take a test on the Texas Revolution to demonstrate overall understanding of this topic. Students may reference the reading we have already studied. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): Tell me about your Water Cycle Cartoon!

Conference Sign Up

We will have parent-teacher conferences on February 13th from 1 PM - 4 PM. Meetings will be with the whole 4th Grade Team. In order to accommodate as many families as possible, conferences will be scheduled in 10 minute time slots. If you would like to attend please click the link and sign up. The deadline is Feb. 11th.

Conference Sign UP 

Valentine’s Exchange 💌

We’ll celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special exchange on February 13th. Students are invited to decorate a box or plastic container to collect their Valentine goodies. If you plan to send treats or cards for your child to share, please make sure there’s enough for the entire homeroom class. It’s a wonderful way to spread kindness and friendship!

Science Fair Fun 🔬

Get ready for some scientific excitement. the Science Fair is where students who participate will showcase their creative experiments and discoveries. It’s a wonderful opportunity for them to explore, ask questions, and share their findings with pride. We can’t wait to see their curiosity in action! Please check out the Science Fair Tab for more information. 

Upcoming Events 🎉

February 2nd - 6th: Interim Testing

February 6th: $5 fundraiser for 5th Grade - wear Valantines's PJ/Red and Pink

February 13th: Early release at 11:30 and conferences

February 16th - 17th: No School

March 13th: Snack Attack

March 13th/23rd: Science Fair Projects Due (see Science Fair tab)

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please make sure all water bottles are spill proof/no straws. 

Highlights from this week 🌈

This week we had interim testing. Your students did great during the test by showing us they understood how to maintain a testing environment. 

Looking Ahead: What’s Next? 👀

Math: We will continue with comparing, adding, and subtracting fractions.

ELAR (English Language Arts and Reading): We will be working on poetry characteristics and types this next week.  We are continuing to work on vocabulary for unit 2 and a compare contrast paper in writing.

Science: We will study a unit on Natural Resources, and continue to build skills of analysis and reasoning. 

Social Studies: We will learn about the State of Texas through the U.S. - Mexican War. 

Ask Your Child (Sci/SS): Why are natural resources so important, when so many things are man-made? Also: What would interest you to investigate as a Science Fair Project? Can we Google for experiment ideas? (I hear Ms. Laporte is even giving extra credit!)

Field Trip Fun  🏙️

We're excited to announce our end of year field trip to KidZania, a unique mini-city where kids take charge and experience real-world jobs and activities. This hands-on adventure helps students connect classroom learning to everyday life. Please see the Field Trip tab for more information.

Snack Attack 🍪

Our final Snack Attack of the school year is March 13th. Our first one was a huge success thanks to your generous donations. Please see the Snack Attack tab for more information.

Conference Sign Up

We will have parent-teacher conferences on February 13th from 1 PM - 4 PM. Meetings will be with the whole 4th Grade Team. In order to accommodate as many families as possible, conferences will be scheduled in 10 minute time slots. If you would like to attend please click the link and sign up. The deadline is Feb. 11th.

Conference Sign UP 

Valentine’s Exchange 💌

We’ll celebrate Valentine’s Day with a special exchange on February 13th. Students are invited to decorate a box or plastic container to collect their Valentine goodies. If you plan to send treats or cards for your child to share, please make sure there’s enough for the entire homeroom class. It’s a wonderful way to spread kindness and friendship! All homerooms have 15 students.

Science Fair Fun 🔬

Get ready for some scientific excitement. the Science Fair is where students who participate will showcase their creative experiments and discoveries. It’s a wonderful opportunity for them to explore, ask questions, and share their findings with pride. We can’t wait to see their curiosity in action! Please check out the Science Fair Tab for more information. 

Upcoming Events 🎉

February 13th: Early release at 11:30 and conferences

February 16th - 17th: No School

March 13th: Snack Attack

March 13th/23rd: Science Fair Projects Due (see Science Fair tab)

Things to remember 💡

• No toys are allowed to come to school.

• Please make sure all water bottles are spill proof/no straws.