2018-2019 Welcome to Fourth Grade Mrs. Pollack, Mrs. Akers, Mrs. Sallaz and Ms. Mochan

Their success is our goal this school year! WELCOME Thank you all for attending this afternoon. There are many things for us to discuss, so please hold your questions until the topic has been presented, or until the end of our presentation. Know that we LOVE your children and cannot express how excited we are to meet them on Wednesday. Their success is our goal this school year!

What Can I Expect This Year Academics Reading Writing Grammar Math Science Social Studies Spelling Common Core Standards Personal Development Character Values Organization Study Skills Conflict Resolution Skills Manners Responsibility Social Skills

TESTING Subject Areas FSA Testing Reading FSA Writing Spelling/Writing comprehension, grammar, and vocabulary At the end of each unit Spelling/Writing Spelling test every Friday Building Wide Writing Prompts every month. Science, Social Studies and Math Upon completion of each chapter or unit. FSA Writing TBA FSA Reading and Math

www.engradepro.com Please check weekly to see your child’s progress. GRADING Grading Scale: 90-100% A 80-89% B 70-79% C 60-69% D 0-59% F Grade Percentages: Projects/Tests 35% Quizzes 25% Classwork 20% Homework 10% Participation 10% www.engradepro.com Please check weekly to see your child’s progress.

DAILY SCHEDULE Monday/Wednesday 8:00-8:30 Morning work 8:30-10:00 Reading Block 10:00- 11:00 Math 11:00- 12:00 Science 12:00- 12:30 Lunch 12:30- 1:00 Recess 1:10- 1:50 Hebrew 1:50- 2:20 Read chapter books Tuesday/Thursday 8:00- 8:30 Morning Work 8:30-10:00 Reading Block 10:00-10:25 Math 10:30- 11:20 PE 11:25- 12:05 Math 12:05- 12:35 Lunch 12:40- 1:10- Recess 1:10-2:20- Writing Block   Friday 8:00-8:30 Morning work 8:30-10:00 Reading Block 10:00- 11:00 Math 11:00- 12:00 Social Studies  12:00- 12:30 Lunch 12:30- 1:00 Recess 1:10- 1:50 Hebrew 1:50- 2:20 Read chapter books

What do you need to know?

Multiplication Preparation Multiplication Quizzes Ways to Practice Timed quizzes Practice 1 through 12 multiplication Begins second week of school Incentive Field Trip Flash Cards Partner Practice Apps on mobile devices and tablets

Dismissal Procedures If your child is going home with another parent, we MUST receive an email, or written note. The students will walk downstairs with a teacher for carpool. Please do not conference with your teacher during carpool. Send her an email, or call the school, to schedule a meeting. Dismissal is at 2:30 sharp!

CONFERENCES Conferences can be conducted in person, through email, or by phone. You will hear from us at least once a month. In school conferences must be scheduled in advance. We love to call and brag about your amazing children. Don’t be surprised if you receive a monthly bragging phone call 

We Practice and Preach the Following: ATTENDANCE Arrival All students are expected to be at school by 8:00 am. Arrivals after 8:05 are marked tardy Excessive tardiness will be reported to Mrs. Miller. Curriculum begins at 8:00 sharp. If your child is late, they will fall behind during morning classwork. Absences Must be reported ASAP. A written note or phone call to the school by a parent/guardian will be acceptable to mark your child excused. Religious Holiday’s Must be reported in advance to the school to be considered an excused absence. Notes or e-mails are acceptable We Practice and Preach the Following: Early Is on Time On Time Is Late! Late is Unthinkable

DRESS CODE Children MUST be in uniform every day. If your child is inappropriately dressed they will not be allowed in the classroom, and must sit downstairs until you come to school and provide appropriate clothing. Wednesday’s are Spirit Days. Ben Gamla spirit t-shirt and uniform bottom. Dress down Friday’s Your child may dress down in dress code appropriate attire $1 for top and $1 for bottom. No tank tops or short shorts Physical Education You may purchase a PE uniform but it is not required. This can only be worn on days our class attends PE.

VOLUNTEER HOURS CONTINUED You must complete your 30 volunteer hours before the last day of school. We will be keeping track of these hours to the best of our ability, but we need your help as well Academic Enhancements: Enhancement items must have a receipt to receive volunteer hours. No used books. Assisting at home: Speak to your child's teacher for ways to help from home. Wednesday’s: Volunteers are needed every Wednesday throughout the school year to assist with Wednesday Folders. Send an email to volunteerhours@bengamlacharter.org for assistance with your hours.

Fourth Grade’s Online Websites

Behavior Management Class Dojo www.classdojo.com Online access for teacher, student and parents. Students receive and lose points daily based on their participation and progress every day. Ending a week with positive points will earn rewards. Ending a day with negative points will earn a consequence. www.classdojo.com

IXL www.ixl.com Assignments for each chapter Mastery at 80% Entered into engrade as a homework grade List with due dates on classroom webpage Will be provided with username and password

THINK CENTRAL www.thinkcentral.com Will be provided with username and password (usually the same from previous year) Science Fusion, Journeys, and Go Math textbooks and online activities available

Accelerated Reader Students will take weekly quizzes on chapter books they read for a quiz grade. Students a quiz due every Monday.

Now it’s your turn! Any Questions?

Thank you for coming!  Don’t forget to visit your child’s classroom, sign in and turn in your signed forms before leaving.