0. Fourth Grade Team Ms. Blakeney and Mrs. Ellis
Welcome to Back to School Night!
Tayac Academy
August 18, 2016

1. This school year students will . . .
Interact with each other in a respectful manner.
Acquire the academic tools they need to progress to 5th grade and the PARCC.
Practice becoming proficient readers and enhance their comprehension skills.
Develop personal responsibility and independence.
Take quarterly assessments to determine
their academic level.

2. Attendance
Students must be on time daily. The school doors open at 7:30.
Instruction begins promptly at 7:45 a.m. Students should be in their seats and read to start the instructional day at that time. Please ensure that the students are on time and prepared.

3. Transportation
Students must have a note if there is a change in their daily transportation.
Students will be directed to take their normal route home unless they have a note from a parent.

4. Fourth Grade Class Schedule
7:30-7:45 Homeroom / Announcements/ Breakfast
7:45-8:15 Social Studies
8:15-10:00 Reading/ Language Arts
10:00-10:30 Lunch
10:30-11:00 Recess
11:00-12:25 Math
12:25-12:50 Specials
12:50-1:45: Math
1:45-1:55 Dismissal

5. Fourth Grade Curriculum
Following is a brief overview of essential skills, themes, and lessons and that we will study this year in:
Reading
English/Language Arts
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Health
Art

6. Visitation Open door policy
Classroom visitors must be fingerprinted by Prince George’s County Public Schools

7. Reading
We will alternate between reading fiction and non-fiction using reading strategies.
By the end of 4th grade your child should be reading at an SRI level of 606 .

8. Language Arts/ Writing
Students will write everyday.
We will receive spelling words and concept vocabulary.
We will practice handwriting and typing skills.

9. Reading and Math Placement
Based upon child’s current academic level
Assessments like the MAP-R test, MI and Unit test grades will be used to determine where the student goes for reading and math.
Students will switch classes for math, science with Mrs. Ellis and social studies and reading with Ms. Blakeney.
Students will meet in their Homeroom class Health and Specials.

10. Reading Assessment Measures of Academic Progress-Reading (MAP-R)
Students will take it 3 times a year
Computerized assessment
Assesses knowledge of literature, informational text, and vocabulary
Will send home a letter explaining more

11. Math
Students will be using problem solving methods to solve equations.
Students will expand their knowledge of
Basic Facts (multiplication, division, subtraction, and addition)
Algebraic expressions
Fractions
Decimals
Daily homework based on skill level

12. Science Students will be studying four themes: Earth science
Life science
Physical science
Space and technology.

13. Social Studies
Students will be learning about Maryland.

14. Common Core Standards
Common Core are educational standards adopted by Maryland.
They define what all students are expected to know and be able to do.
There are standards for reading, writing and math.

15. Textbooks
There are new consumable textbooks for Science, Math, and Social Studies
If textbooks are required for homework, they must be returned the following day.

16. Tayac Behavior Policy
Our students participate in PBIS system (Positive Behavior Intervention System) Students will practice:
Safety
Organization
Academics
Respect

17. Grading Policy
90 – 100 A
80-89 B
70-79 C
60-69 D
59 and below E

18. Grades are based on: Assessments = 50% Class work = 35% Homework = 15%
Students will be required to complete projects such as book reports, science projects, and other long term assignments each quarter.
Notice will be sent home well in advance about projects
Check SchoolMax Family Portal for your child’s grades

19. Homework Homework is due daily. Assigned Mon.-Friday
15% of student’s grade
Late work will partial credit without a parent note.
Reading logs and Math logs are a daily homework assignment
Homework website for Tayac
Agenda books are required daily to write down homework
Projects will be assigned throughout the school y year
School Science Fair will be in January

20. Work Habits & Social Skills
Students are responsible for bringing all materials, supplies,books, etc. each day.
Students are expected to work cooperatively and independently when appropriate
Use class time wisely.
Participate!
Students will be GRADED on their work habits, social skills, and participation.

21. Staying in Contact
Agenda book
Homework website
Phone call
Remind
Contact Information:

22. Questions & Answers

23. Working together We will have a great year!!!!!
Thank you for Coming!