Curriculum Night September 22nd , 2016 Welcome to 4B! Mr. Hadyka Curriculum Night September 22nd , 2016

Who is Mr. Hadyka 2009 Graduate of C.C.S.U. 2016 Elementary Education (History) 2016 Masters of Mathematics (Elementary Education) Fourth year at Saint Thomas the Apostle and looking forward to many more. Several singing groups, and youth ministry volunteer at Holy Family.

Typical Day in 4B Morning Work: Daily Edit Morning Prayers and Pledge Academic Day begins Mornings – Mathematics and Language Arts Afternoons – Religion, Science, and Social Studies Lunch/Recess at 11:20 Dismissal Process begins at 1:30 or 2:30 2:40 Dismissal

Math Overview Place Value Estimation Basic Facts Fractions Probability Multiplication Division Decimals Ratios Measurement Geometry Graphing

Reading – Novel Studies Margaret Peterson Haddix Topics to be discussed Plot Character Traits Character Change Catholic Social Teaching Differentiated Groups Found Among the Hidden Dexter the Tough House on the Gulf Assignments Comprehension Questions Literature Circle Jobs Ending Project

Written Language Personal Narrative Expository Essay Persuasive Writing Descriptive Writing

Social Studies Science Map Skills Connecticut History Geography Economy Weather Civics Regions Culture/History Climate People/Native Americans Rocks & Minerals Plants & Animals Force & Motion Energy Health Caring for God’s Creation Environment Recycling

Religion Religion Topics In Addition Sacraments Bible Liturgical Year Prayer The Mass In Addition Catholic Social Teaching is implemented across curriculum, but especially in reading. Prayer and service to others is applied at various times throughout the day to build the community at STA. Venture Magazine

Elements of Catholic Social Teaching Life and Dignity of the Human Person Call to Family, Community, and Participation Rights and Responsibilities Option for the Poor and Vulnerable The Dignity of Work and the Rights of Workers Solidarity Care for God's Creation

4th Grade Service Project West Hartford Health & Rehabilitation Center Students will be spending time with the residents and further developing their awareness of Catholic Social Teaching. Second Thursday of each month 10:00-10:50am Leave school at 9:30 and return by 11:20 Parent volunteers (Virtus Trained) Weather Permitting Written Reflections

Technology in the Classroom Uses in Curriculum Research, Communication, Publishing & Enrichment Classroom Computers Laptops IPads

Homework Sixty Minutes Everyday As needed Mathematics Reading (20 Minutes) Spelling/Vocabulary (Packet due Friday unless noted) As needed Social Studies Science Religion Writing

Grading Policy Mathematics, Reading, Social Studies, Science & Religion Tests - 50% Quizzes – 25% Homework – 12.5% Classwork – 12.5% Assignment checked for Completion 100% 85% 75%

Checking Grades stthomasapostle.eduk12.net 4th & 5th grade parents will be able access their child’s grades through Educonnect software. stthomasapostle.eduk12.net

Classroom Website Classroom Website Weekly Updates (Star Student) Homework Help Curriculum Outlines Projects Classroom Website

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