WELCOME PARENTS

AGENDA Introduction A picture of our day –Specials –Reading –Writing –Math –RTI –Science/Social Studies Homework Snack Tidbits

Introduction 12 th year teaching 4 th grade in TVES Dual certification- regular and special education Grew up in Buffalo, New York 3 children- Lucas, Alec, and Samantha

Daily Schedule 8:00-8:25- Morning Procedures 8:20-9:55- Reading (90 minutes) 10:00-10:30 Science / Social Studies 10:35-11:20 Specials 11:25-12:10 RTI (3 days Math- 3 days LA) SSR & T3 12:15-12:45 Writing 12:53- 1:13- Lunch 1:13-1:38 - Recess 1:40-2:40 Math 2:40-2:45 Dismissal

SPECIALS WEEK AWEEK B DAY 1: Music DAY 1: Computer DAY 2: Library/ComputerDAY 2: Art DAY 3: GymDAY 3: Music DAY 4: Science LabDAY 4: Gym DAY 5: ArtDAY 5: Science Lab DAY 6: GymDAY 6: Library *PLEASE REMEMBER TO WEAR SNEAKERS ON GYM DAYS, BRING LIBRARY BOOKS DUE ON LIBRARY DAYS, AND TO BRING YOUR RECORDER TO SCHOOL ON MUSIC DAYS. * WE WILL WRITE DAILY REMINDERS IN OUR ASSIGNMENT PADS

Core Reading 6 day cycle based on Common Core 90 minute block 30 minutes shared reading 60 minutes – broken into 20 minute intervals rotating between small group instruction, independent tasks, and independent reading

Writing Working within a writer’s workshop model with mini lessons, application of writing crafts, sharing, and editing/revising Focus will also be given to writing prompts. Reading –writing connection to be highlighted

MATH New Common Core changes for Math: more focused on problem solving, authentic math tasks, and perseverance. This year students will be grouped according to their needs and classes will be switching within our team- Mrs. Sabetta, Mrs. Ayotte, Mrs. Scasino, and myself. Each week a 5 minute fact test will be given. Students will progress through all four operations. (+, -, *, /) Assistance with homework: practice facts, play math games, and check homework. If your child is having too much trouble- send in a note- don’t stress!

RTI (Response to Intervention) All students will participate in RTI They will be placed according to benchmark assessments and CMT data Days 1-3 Math RTI Days 4-6 Reading RTI Groups will be adjusted as needed Parents will be notified if child is in Tier 2 or 3

Science and Social Studies Students are switching classes for instruction. Additional time in schedule for Science lab weekly Units of study include –Science/Health: Germs and Nutrition, Electric Circuits, Motion and Design, Land and Water, and Ecosystems. –Social Studies: Map skills, Regions of the United States, Culture of Middle and South America

Invention Convention 2013 Who participates in Invention Convention? –ALL Fourth Graders! –Teachers will be supporting students in the early stages during Science Lab. Why are we having Invention Convention? – The Invention Convention provides TVES fourth graders with opportunities to develop critical- thinking and problem-solving skills through invention and innovation, instilling the creative spirit in students today and for the rest of their lives. When is the TVES Invention Convention? –The convention is held in April. –Information regarding the convention will be going home around January.

Homework Consistent homework schedule - Math and Language Arts each night. Written homework not given on Fridays. Exceptions will be studying for upcoming tests and make-up work from absences. Students are encouraged to read for pleasure daily!

Snacks and Water Bottles One healthy snack is encouraged Snacks are a part of our working morning Please have snacks nut free! Water bottles are to be filled in the morning Reminder- water only in the bottle!!

Additional Tidbits Summer reading logs- Due Friday September 7th! Friday folders Test Prep Fun PTO membership- PTO meeting TONIGHT- please come! Room parents Committee sign-ups