Wednesday

We hope to see you at "Back to School Night" tomorrow at 6 PM. I will speak briefly about fourth grade expectations and curriclum and then give some information on upcoming projects, including the Family History report. Your child will also show you some of the Writing and Art work completed so far this year. See you tomorrow!

Friday

Remember next Thursday, September 30th,is Back to School Night here in Room 17, from 6 to 7PM. I look forward to meeting you and talking informally about the school year ahead. It's a great opportunity to support your child's progress in fourth grade this year. Most likely, there will be tea and possibly a cookie or two.

For a bonus question today I asked students to research the nicknames of the five species of salmon and bring them in on Monday. One student already has the information, and such anticipation shows great fourth grade initiative. Well done.

Tuesday

Did you know there are five species of Pacific Salmon? Do some research with the key words,"Pacific Salmon," by trying out Google or some other search engine on a computer. You could write down all five species on a card or piece of paper and tell us during current events. Some of the kids have already brought in news items from the local newspaper, radio, and television.It can be a good way to practice reading while finding out what's going on near and far.

Remember that an important part of homework each day is reading for at least fifteen minutes. Pick a book that's not too easy or difficult.

The first art project, a self-portrait, is nearly finished, and it will be fun to post them on our bulletin board. Maybe a few will appear on this blog as well.