4th Grade News
Hello Fourth Grade Families!
History in the Hallway
Each month, Mrs. Hanson, our Archivist, will display Visitation history and special information about the Visitation Sisters in the glass cabinet outside of the dining room. We will spend some time learning about history, traditions, etc. of our wonderful school and the Sister's who lead the way for us. Have your child tell you all about it and make sure you stop by and see the displays when you can!
Warmest Regards,
Amy
Curriculum
Math: Place value and rounding of multi-digit numbers
Literacy: Genre: Expository Text; Essential Question: How do people respond to natural disasters
Cite relevant evidence and make inferences to support understanding
Identify authorβs use of compare-and-contrast text structure
Reread to monitor and adjust comprehension
Use diagrams and headings
Spelling: Decode and spell words with short vowels
Grammar: Name the four types of sentences
Identify the subject and predicate in a sentence
Writing: Plan and draft a personal narrative
Vocabulary: Acquire and use academic vocabulary
Use context to understand words with more than one meaning
Social Studies: The Four Core Social Sciences: Economics, Civics, Geography, History. Research first people in our state
Religion: God Creates the World: God creates the world and the human family. God gives us free will. The Holy Spirit helps us follow Jesus' example.
Planners
Please review and sign your child's planner every night!
They should use it every day to check homework and reminders so they are ready to learn, thank you!
Friendly Reminder
Please make sure your child is wearing white socks with no logos every day. Also, make sure your child's shoes are in compliance with our new shoe policy; if you have questions, please reach out to Mrs. Hallin. Thank you!
Important Information
Nightly Homework
Spelling, grammar, and math homework is assigned each day; students write the homework in their planners at the end of our day. Please encourage your child to get in the habit of checking their planners every day. Our homework matches the lessons taught in class each day so your child should be able to complete their homework independently. I grade for effort, neatness, completion, and accuracy.
Please review your child's homework and initial their planner each night!
Weekly Tests
Spelling and grammar tests are given every Friday. We do a lot of work in class with the words and grammar skills, however, your child should be studying the spelling words every night.
Daily Schedule
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Upcoming Events
Thursday, Sept. 3: Spirit Dress
Friday, Sept. 4 & Monday, Sept. 7: No School; Labor Day Weekend
Thursday, Sept.10: Lower School Back to School Night 6pm; parents/guardians only
Friday, Sept. 11: Picture Day
Thursday, Sept.17: Homecoming Activities after school
Friday, Sept.18: Formal Uniform, Opening Mass/Flag Raising
News & Notes
Peddler - 4th graders may visit the Peddler after school only if accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Orchestra - String instrument instruction is offered to 4th graders Wednesdays. If you have any questions about our strings program, please reach out to Jennifer McGuire at jmcguire@vischool.org
Amy Rivard
Email: arivard@vischool.org
Phone: 651-683-1700 ext. 216 Classroom
651-274-9369 Cell