I am very excited about beginning this journey with all of you. We will have a year full of learning, growing, discovery and adventures......

Please check back here for class updates, homework and other important information.

May 23, 2011

We are really winding down and counting the days to summer vacation. I can't believe the year is over! We still have one major project due June 3rd - Our Heritage Project. The recipes are due this Friday, May 27 and the final Project is due June 3rd. Friday is also the last day for AR points and it is dress down day..... Have a wonderful week.... :0)

 Please call 997-2131 or use the email below to schedule an appointment with me when needed. E-mails usually receive quicker responses! Below is an updated weekly schedule and curriculum for your child's class. Check at the very bottom of this page for useful links to enhance your child's learning in 4th grade.

My e-mail address:

kimberlyjs@leeschools.net

Below is the schedule of a typical day:

7:35-7:45- Homeroom

7:45-8:25 Specials

8:25-8:35 Breakfast and announcements

8:35-10:25- Reading Block

10:25-10:50 Lunch

10:50-1:05 - Math, Science and Reading enrichment

1:05-2:00 - Writing

2:00-2:15 AR/Social Studies



Reading Objectives:

We will be implementing Vital Reading skills using CRISS, KAGAN AND and utilize the Smartboard for interactive learning.  We will rotate 3 different literacy centers a day; Every group will have an AR center once a week where they can go to the library and check out books. 4 times a week using Reading, word study, writing, content literacy, fluency, technology and leveled readers. The spelling and vocabulary words are displayed below under the listed homework. 

Homework for every student is to read for a minimum of 20- 30 minutes daily (or 1- 2 hours/week). Students will write in their planner: the title of the book, the number of pages read, and the amount of time read. A parent/guardian needs to sign the planner once per week, verifying your son or daughter is reading. I will be checking planners every week on Friday (or Thursday if school is out on Friday). Vocabulary and/or spelling words listed in the planner should also be reviewed as needed.



AR MINIMUM POINT REQUIREMENTS- Students need to earn 3-5 AR points a week by reading at least one chapter book or 5 half point books on their level read during centers, AR , and independently at home!!!! Students are required to read within their AR range, which is determined by taking the STAR test. Only books within their reading range or above will be counted towards their requirement.

Reading Homework:Please remind your child to keep his/her Reading homework in a spiral notebook labeled Reading.  I would prefer if he/she only used this notebook for Reading.  Please check your child's planner on a daily basis since HW is subject to change.  Daily Homework, studying, and independent Reading will enhance your child's Reading grade immensely. 

*** HOMEWORK ***

Monday- Write Spelling words 5 times each

Tuesday- Write sentences using Vocabulary words 

Wednesday-Grammar Practice worksheet

Thursday - Spelling Practice worksheet

EVERY FRIDAY THERE WILL BE A SPELLING/VOC. TEST  AND A SKILLS TEST THAT EVALUATES YOUR CHILD'S COMPREHENSION ON A PARTICULAR FCAT SKILL THAT IS TAUGHT AND PRACTICED THROUGHOUT THE WEEK.

Vocabulary Words: 

acquaintance

scornfully

eavesdropping

scuffling

jumble

wistfully

logical

Spelling Words: Homopnones

root

moose

whose

patience

tail

tale

prints

route

doe

prince

wade

we've

who's

mousse

weighed

dough

weave

boulder

patients

bolder