Fourth Grade Open House 2016: Student & Parent Expectations

1. Open House 2016Grade 4Ms. CalkinsMrs. FlettMrs. MadisonMrs. SchaeferMrs. Frandsen

2. Student Expectations • Come to school everyday ready to learn. • Always give his/her best effort. • Ask for help. • Respect her/himself and classmates. • Follow WSS Code of Conduct.

3. Parents’ Responsibility • Provide a safe environment to work in • Materials available at home • Minimal help – let your child show what has been learned • Discuss any concerns as soon as possible with teachers via phone calls, notes (agenda), or Dojo.

4. Math Program • NYS Common Core Standards Based Curriculum • Expressions Math Program • Supported with Technology-based Instruction • Common Formative Assessments (CFAs) modeled after the NYS test • Part 1: Multiple Choice • Part 2: Short Answer and Written Response

5. Components of Literacy • Guided Reading: • Weekly comprehension skills • Strategy instruction to implement skills • Differentiated instructional levels • Small group application • Shared Reading: • Core novels, read-alouds • NYS Modules Incorporates Science and Social Studies curriculum • 20 Minute Nightly Reading Requirement

6. Components of Writing • Modeled Instruction • Use of picture books and various writing genres. • Direct modeling • “Write Start” • Conferencing • Peer conferencing • Teacher conferencing • Spelling • Application of Word Study to our writing • Additional Creative Writing Course

7. 4th Grade Science Curriculum • Science • Living Environment • Life Cycle/Life Span of Plants/Animals • Water Cycle • Food/Energy Chain • Physical Setting • Energy • Matter/States of Matter • Magnetism • Health • Nutrition/Diet • Food Pyramid • Healthy Food Choices • Safety/Making Healthy Choices ** STEM – 2 week technology course

8. 4th GradeSocial Studies Curriculum • New York State • New York State Geography • History of New York State • Native Americans • Explorers • Colonial America • Revolutionary War • Erie Canal • State & Federal Government • Lancaster History

9. 4th Grade Social Studies • Students experience Social Studies through: • Reading non-fiction and historical fiction, related to the 4th grade curriculum • Textbooks and interactive materials • Field Trips related to curriculum

10. Consultant Teacher Services Push –in Support * Smaller teacher-student ratio * Assist with organization * “Teachable moments” * Decrease confusion/frustration Mrs. Colleen Schaefer Aide Support: Mrs. Kelly Ostermeier Mrs. Kristen Frandsen Rm. D225 Pull-out Support * Certain students based on IEP/needs * Smaller class sizes in Reading/Math * Tests read in separate location * Remediation

11. Code of Conduct • Weekly Summary/Reports • Sent home on Friday • Schedule and reminders for the following week • Reflection/Behavior for the current week. • To be signed and returned on the following school day. • Behavior • Students are expected to follow the Code of Conduct and Cafeteria Expectations as outlined in the WSS handbook. • Please read, review with your child, sign and return last page of WSS Handbook (p. 29) and the Cafeteria Expectation handout. • Rewards and Consequences: Money, Class parties, phone calls, notes home, visit with principal , loss of free time

12. Loose Ends • Homework: • Expected to be turned in on the day that they are due. • (Note in agenda for extenuating circumstances) • Read 20 minutes • Math fact tests taken daily. • HW is factored into the grade for each subject area. • Agendas to be signed nightly • Team Website: • Study tools and review materials • Link to Parent Portal • Birthdays and Classroom Celebrations • Prior notice is necessary for birthday treats • Sign-ups for parties on tables

13. Allergen Safe Room • Severe Allergies • Strict avoidance is the best way to prevent any allergic reactions. • Follow guidance on the approved snack list as per administration. • Includes snacks and all party celebrations.

14. Thank you for coming!