Weekly Update
(4.12. - 4.16.)
Announcements
Apologies for the late blog update, but here is some information to keep on your radar and updates from the last week.
Math Changes
In order to make sure our fourth graders are ready to transition to fifth grade, there have been some new changes to math. Mrs. Watts has joined the fourth grade team as a math coach to help train and ensure that all fourth graders have the essential skills they need to thrive in fifth grade.
MAP Testing
We will have practice STAAR testing and diagnostic MAP testing this week to assess how scholars are learning. Please ensure scholars get plenty of rest and start the day with filling breakfasts this week. Please reach out with any questions.Friday
Upcoming Tests and Quizzes
Reading STAAR - Tuesday, May 11thELA:
This past week in Language Arts, scholars began their journey to the Emerald CIty with Dorothy, Toto, the Tin Woodman, and the Scarecrow. The students discussed the idea of home and determined that it is far more than just a place. They also debated whether it is more important to have a brain (intelligence) or a heart (empathy). This debate is still ongoing! Scholars also practiced the writing process and using object pronouns. This coming week in ELA, we will take a pause from Spalding as students complete MAP tests and Benchmarks, so there will be no spelling test. Scholars will still be having Literature and Guided Reading each day. We will resume our normal class schedule on Monday, 4/26.
Math:
This week in math scholars displayed their knowledge of decimals up to the hundredths place. Scholars have already been making great improvements and growing in confidence practicing math facts, 2 digit multiplication, long division, and word problems with coaching from Mrs. Watts. Next week, we’re excited to see which classes will have the fattest and most improved scholars on their 100 charts and continue to develop skills with fractions and geometry.
History:
This week students have been learning about taxation and the affect it had on the English colonists, as we get closer to the American Revolution. While focusing on taxes placed on paper goods and sugar, students came to the conclusion that colonists were justified in their anger towards the British government. Next week, we will focus on two more laws and taxes passed, leading up to the War.
Science:
This week, we concluded our conversation about fossil fuels and focused on global warming while learning about coal and natural gas. Students did a fantastic job at weighing the costs and benefits of using fossil fuels and are excited to learn about renewable energy, next week. Have a great weekend!
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