Here we discuss questions about our reading text this week, "Dragons and Dinosaurs" an non-fiction piece.
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Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Tuesday, April 5, 2011
Vocabulary this Week
We're using our ActiVote clicker-in system to practice vocabulary this week. Check it out!
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Friday, March 25, 2011
Space Dodecahedrons
A Dodecahedron is a 12 sided object, in this case, made of inscribed pentagon's in 12 circles.
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Thursday, March 10, 2011
Read and Feed 3-9
Because of our outstanding effort during the state testing the last two weeks we will be enjoying a Read and Feed on Friday March 11th.
Students may bring healthy snacks to enjoy throughout the afternoon. They can bring items to share or items for their own snack.
Students may bring healthy snacks to enjoy throughout the afternoon. They can bring items to share or items for their own snack.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
Dress for Success
March 10th our students can Dress for Success. We know many important jobs require us to dress up and look our best. To encourage students to do their best on our tests Student Council is sponsoring a Dress for Success day. Students are encouraged to wear “nice” clothes such as slacks, button up shirts, ties, and girls could also wear skirts, dresses, etc.
Sunday, March 6, 2011
Math Centers Extravaganza
As a 4th grade team we set up over 20 math centers as a fun review session of the many math skills we’ve covered so far this year. Students rotated between classrooms in small groups to complete different tasks.
Students used math games, flash cards, computers, hands-on manipulatives, our Promethean board, and good ol’ pencil and paper to practice dozens of math skills and concepts.
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Math Centers Extravaganza II
Patterns, Designs, and Geometry
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Sunday, February 27, 2011
Ready...Set...GO~!
Parents, the state testing is upon us. Our lessons are taught, pencils are sharpened, and we’re ready!
If you missed the blog series about our State Testing, check these out! Students will complete the Reading/Writing portion of the test this week with a morning and afternoon session on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Next week students will complete the math session in the mornings on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday.
Reminders to make our week as successful as possible:
Get to bed on timeEat a healthy breakfast
Send kids to school mentally and emotionally prepared
Keep it positive!
Thursday, February 3, 2011
State Testing Series III
Handwriting
Some say it is a lost art....but in the 4th grade it is still a necessity!
Want a peculiar family activity?
Have a handwriting challenge.
See who makes the neatest letters, who holds their pencil correctly,
who knows how to make all the cursive letters....
On the state tests, and daily assignments handwriting is what communicates ideas clearly. It doesn't have to be perfect script, but we need to be able to read it.
Handwriting practice...
It might not be the most exciting activity, but it could be interesting!
Friday, January 28, 2011
State Testing Series II
This post is the second in a series giving tips and suggestions to parents about our upcoming state testing.
These types of tests look for overall capabilities, not one specific micro-skill.
Since cramming and studying isn't useful, what can we do?
Format
Sometimes the biggest challenge in taking a test is the testing format. We model this format for students with our weekly reading tests, math tests, and quarterly writing assessments. We might even spend all of 2 minutes with a how to fill in the bubble lesson.
Environment
Many students soar on the tests, demonstrating their knowledge in clear and correct answers. Sometimes, all the extra hype about a test can make very capable students falter. As teachers, we are trying to place importance on this test while keeping everything in perspective.
Motivation
We want to see students put on paper everything they know, so motivation is a key factor. As parents and families, you create a culture of achievement for your student. Encourage them to do their best, try every question, proofread, check their work, read carefully, double check calculations!
Thanks for encouraging your student to be their own personal best!
Friday, January 21, 2011
State Testing Series I
Over the next few weeks check back to find information, ideas, tips, and procedures about our state testing coming up in March!
First tip?
PLEASE please Please
Check your schedule and make sure dentists visits, appointments, etc. are not on the weeks of
February 28th - March 11th.
These will be our scheduled testing days.
Think ahead of any strategies your family might use to get everyone
enough sleep, a healthy breakfast, and nutritious lunch!
Check back next week for more test tips!
We want to show our students and their amazing capabilities!
Helping them be prepared will get them on their way!
Friday, January 14, 2011
Report Cards
2nd Quarter Report Cards were sent home with students today. (The quarter ended 12-17-2010)
Please look for these, as well as their most current STAR reading test and MAP reading, math, and language test scores.
The skills and behavior standards will help give you an idea of how your child's behavior was in 2nd quarter. I also sent home today a 1/2 sheet of pink paper. Students self assessed their Q2 behavior the week before winter break, and my scores are next to those. Comparing their self-assessment with my score can prove interesting some times :)
I will be happy to explain or discuss scores with you. Please contact me or your child's reading or math teacher if you have specific questions.
Mrs. Rose
Please look for these, as well as their most current STAR reading test and MAP reading, math, and language test scores.
The skills and behavior standards will help give you an idea of how your child's behavior was in 2nd quarter. I also sent home today a 1/2 sheet of pink paper. Students self assessed their Q2 behavior the week before winter break, and my scores are next to those. Comparing their self-assessment with my score can prove interesting some times :)
I will be happy to explain or discuss scores with you. Please contact me or your child's reading or math teacher if you have specific questions.
Mrs. Rose
Thursday, December 2, 2010
MAP Testing
Our school will be administering the MAP test (Measures of Academic Progress) beginning December 1 through the 11th with makeups the week after. If you like more information from the NWEA testing website click HERE!
Students will take:
Mathematics
Language
Reading
Each test is on the computer and takes most students approximately one hour per test. The tests will be given on different days during that subject area's academic time in the day.
This test is a strong predictor of their academic abilities IF they do their best and spend time to answer each question carefully!
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Students will take:
Mathematics
Language
Reading
Each test is on the computer and takes most students approximately one hour per test. The tests will be given on different days during that subject area's academic time in the day.
This test is a strong predictor of their academic abilities IF they do their best and spend time to answer each question carefully!
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Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Parent Teacher Conferences
Have you seen the note about Parent Teacher Conferences?
Have you sent it back?
Conferences are a critical time to communicate A LOT of information. Please double check your avaiability and confirm your conference time with me as soon as possible. If you have any special accomodations or questions ahead of time please let me know!
Here are some parent tips for making sure you get the most out of our conference!
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Thursday, August 26, 2010
Baseline Writing Assessment
This week students took the district baseline writing assessment. Using the district writing rubric which grades on Mechanics, Spelling, Organization, and Style students are assessed to help determine areas of need in their writing.
Help with writing at home!
Have students keep a journal, write the grocery list, write and mail a letter to a family member, or write a narrative story about something that happened to them!
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