4th+Grade+News

= Fourth Grade News May 2012 =

Students and chaperones will need to be at school by 7:45.
= As we get closer to May it is important that students continue to stay focused. This can be a difficult time to stay focused because of the many outdoor activities that are starting. Please continue to reinforce the fact that school comes first before activities. Also watch the weather. As we know our temperatures can change dramatically because of possible lake breezes. =

__**Reading / Literacy**__
While working in small groups the rest of the class is doing our "Daily 5" rotations. After building up stamina in the Daily 5, the students are very well aware of what is expected of them. Groups are made up of the CAFE strategies. They consist of accuracy,fluency,comprehension, and expanded vocabulary. We will continue to work on these strategies until students show Proficiency in that strategy.

__**Math**__
We continue to push forward to the end of the year. we are currently working in Unit 8, 2-digit X 2-digit multiplication.

__**Social Studies**__ We are now working in the "Wisconsin Adventure" book. We will picking different chapters in the book.

__**Science**__ We recently received our "Motion and Design" Einstein kits. Ask your son or daughter about the exciting lessons that we are working on. These are "hands on" activities. Since students will be working in groups of 2 or 3 it is imperative that they work together.

Please contact us if you have any questions. You can reach us on the phone or by email, please see the detailed information below.

Mrs. Hughes mhughes@sdsm.k12.wi.us 766-5946

Mr. Ritonia pritionia@sdsm.k12.wi.us 766-5953