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

2. 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!

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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%
Please check weekly to see your child’s progress.

6. 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

7. What do you need to know?

8. 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

9. Dismissal Procedures
If your child is going home with another parent, we MUST receive an , 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 , or call the school, to schedule a meeting.
Dismissal is at 2:30 sharp!

10. CONFERENCES
Conferences can be conducted in person, through , 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 

11. 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 s are acceptable
We Practice and Preach the Following:
Early Is on Time
On Time Is Late!
Late is Unthinkable

12. 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.

13. 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 to for assistance with your hours.

14. Fourth Grade’s Online Websites

15. 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.

16. 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

17. 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

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

19. Now it’s your turn!
Any Questions?

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