1. Please sign in on the paper at the side of the room.
Welcome to 4th Grade!
Please sign in on the paper at the side of the room.
Find your child’s seat and make yourself comfortable– get a taste of what they will experience each day here!
I am looking forward to sharing your child’s 4th grade experiences with you!

2. Our Teachers Ms. Viscusi: Math, Science, Religion, and Health
Mrs. Brown (5th grade homeroom): Social Studies, and English

3. Ms. Viscusi Taught Pre-Kindergarten
Graduated from Sts. Philip and James
Graduated from St. Joseph’s College
Bachelor of Arts in General and Special Education N-6

4. 4th Grade Goals To help students grow in their Catholic faith
To become lifelong learners, academically, socially, and emotionally
To help students accept responsibility for their actions
To help increase students’ confidence, and help them discover their own potential
To prepare for the NYS exams in Math and Science
To prepare students for fifth grade

5. Classroom Procedures
Walker notes: Students need a dated note signed by a parent to be released as a walker.
Parent Volunteers: Forms will be sent home when field trips and other class events are arranged. Volunteer information will be available at that time.
Absence: Parents can pick up student work at the office, call to have it sent home with a sibling, or students can pick up work when they return to school. Students must bring in an absent note when they return to school!
Birthdays: Students can bring in treats for their birthday – please send in a note to set up a day to bring in a lunch snack.

6. Homework Policy Homework will be assigned each night Monday-Thursday.
Homework is checked and reviewed the following day
May include studying for an upcoming test

7. In math… All math is based on the NYS Common Core Standards
This year will focus on:
Algebraic thinking
Fractions
Measurement
Geometry
Preparing for the state test

8. In science… This year we will focus on: Life science Earth science
Physical science
Space and Technology
Preparing for the state test (written and performance)

9. In religion… This year we will focus on: Scripture and the Bible
Saints and other Holy People
Advent
Lent
The Trinity
The Church community

10. In health… This year we will focus on: Empathy and Skills for Learning
Emotion Management
Problem Solving

11. “When parents or guardians, and teachers work well together, everyone wins.”
-Julia Thompson

12. Ways to help your child succeed!
Check your child’s folder daily – please sign and return all tests the following day
Please return all forms promptly
Check your child’s agenda daily – make sure they have a quiet place for doing homework and studying!
Tests should be studied for in advance – small study sessions each night are more effective than one long session the night before
Check the class website nightly for nightly homework, upcoming tests, and classroom announcements
Start your child’s day with a healthy breakfast
Encourage your child to take responsibility for their learning experiences
Please contact me with any questions or concerns – communication is key

13. Student Responsibilities
Come to school each day prepared with all materials and completed homework
Immediately begin morning procedures when entering the classroom: handing in notices and lunch money, unpacking, completing morning work posted on the board
Listen to all directions
Always ask the teacher for help if needed
Always try your best in class and on every assignment
Always show respect for others and yourself

14. Thank you for coming!
I am looking forward to a wonderful and fruitful school year for everyone!
Please feel free to contact me at any time, through a note or through .
Have a wonderful night!