1. Welcome to Back to School Night September 9, 2014 4th Grade Mrs. Engel
Mrs. Taylor
Ms. Purcher
Mrs. King
Mrs. Moreira
4th Grade

2. Tonight’s Agenda Discussion of Curriculum -Literacy -Math -Science
-Social Studies
Other Information
-Sign Up For Conference Time
-Classroom Management
-Homework & Tests
-Extra Help
-New York State Exams
-Field Trip – Brookhaven National Lab
January 7th or 8th

3. Literacy Framework
Reading Workshop: Differentiated instruction to meet the needs
of all learners
Writing Workshop: Craft and Convention Mini-Lessons, Guided
Writing, Poetry & Conferencing
Word Study: Spelling, Editing, Grammar, Vocabulary,
Word Work

4. Math Curriculum NYS Unit of study Numeration & Place Value
Rounding/Estimating
Multiplication Facts (1 & 2 digits)
Geometry
Fractions/Decimals
Measurement
Problem Solving

5. Science Curriculum
Exciting new science program from Science Fusion. Info to follow!

6. Social Studies Curriculum
Booklets by chapter with all notes & study guide
The Study of New York
Geography
Native Americans & Explorers
Colonists
The Formation of the U.S.
Revolutionary War
The Constitution
Government

7. Assessment Students are given notes in all subjects.
Open notebook quizzes will be given from time to time
(announced and unannounced) so keeping a neat and
organized notebook is crucial.
Students should study all notes that are given in class on a
daily basis.
All tests and quizzes are to be signed and returned the next
day.
Spelling tests are given within Reading Workshop.
Math quizzes are given often and will be announced as well as
unannounced.
Math chapter and unit tests will be announced.

8. Homework Students should write in their planner and check off the
homework upon completion.
Math homework is given approximately 4
nights per week.
Each teacher will explain reading log expectations for her classroom.
Notes given in class should be reviewed each night.

9. Basic Expectations of a 4th Grade Student
Comes to school prepared
Completes all assignments on time
Follows directions
Keeps desk neat and study material organized
Is responsible for all classroom books brought between school and home
Studies on a regular basis and not only the night before a test
Participates in lessons and discussions
Remains on task, using time productively
Remains silent during reading and writing periods
Asks for help when needed
Respects peers and their property
Writes homework and test schedule in planner every day independently
Makes up work and notes missed during times not in the classroom due to
lessons, absences, lateness, etc.
Walks quietly in hallways without disturbing others
Has multiplication facts memorized upon entering 4th grade

10. Classroom Management and Other Information
Rewards
Extra Help (Tuesdays and 8:45)
Breakfast is available for all students after 9:00
Boxtops
New York State Exams:
ELA-April 14-16, Math-April 22-24, and
Science Written-June 1.
°Back-to-school BBQ Fri. 9/19 5:30-8:00pm
°Picture Day October 1st
°Safe Halloween Weds. 10/29 5:30-6:30pm
°Parent conferences: evenings of 12/4 (6-8)
and 12/11 (5:30-8:30) and day conferences on 12/5

11. Contact Information **We check daily and it is an easy way of communicating. We look forward to working with you to ensure your child has a wonderful year.