Parents and Students,
May has been a busy month so far. Students are completing book reports, brushing up on their measurement skills, and even learning fractions. We continue to do experiments and learn about the history of Arizona.
As you can see, we have not stopped working just because the end of the year is approaching. It is important for the students to stay motivated, continue to do their homework as well as be excited about the upcoming summer vacation. You must realize that we are preparing students for the next school year and the adventure that awaits you so keep up the good work and let's keep learning.
I am enjoying these last few weeks and can't wait to see what the future has in store for all of us.
Love,
Ms. Smith
Fourth Grade Teacher
Liberty Traditional Charter School
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Thursday, April 21, 2011
End of the Year
Students and Parents,
Here we are in the last month of school. It seems so hard to believe that in a month I will be waving these hard working students off to fifth grade. I have every confidence that they are ready to succeed with our wonderful teachers in the next grade level.
We have not stopped learning just because the students have completed their work on the AIMS test. There are still many concepts that we have yet to conquer. Please ensure that all homework is being diligently completed in a timely fashion. Remember our new policy that assignments received more than one week from the date they are due will not be accepted. However, all assignments must be completed prior to Friday, May 20, 2011, to ensure the timely delivery of the final report card.
Thank you for your hard work and support this year. I look forward to seeing all of my students next year.
Melanie Smith
Fourth Grade Teacher
Here we are in the last month of school. It seems so hard to believe that in a month I will be waving these hard working students off to fifth grade. I have every confidence that they are ready to succeed with our wonderful teachers in the next grade level.
We have not stopped learning just because the students have completed their work on the AIMS test. There are still many concepts that we have yet to conquer. Please ensure that all homework is being diligently completed in a timely fashion. Remember our new policy that assignments received more than one week from the date they are due will not be accepted. However, all assignments must be completed prior to Friday, May 20, 2011, to ensure the timely delivery of the final report card.
Thank you for your hard work and support this year. I look forward to seeing all of my students next year.
Melanie Smith
Fourth Grade Teacher
Friday, March 18, 2011
Montezuma's Castle and Montezuma's Well
What a great adventure we had going to Montezuma's Castle and Montezuma's Well on our field trip. We had a record breaking seven chaperones between the two fourth grade classes. We also had Ms. Stockton accompany us on this trip. She made sure she entertained us with the crate on her head incident. One of the chaperones was particularly funny. Maybe next time we should give him a microphone for the comedy show he provided to the back of the bus.
The students saw many of the plants we have talked about including prickly pear cactus, salt bush and creosote bushes. We also saw a mole digging its home, and hawks being predators. We witnessed bees buzzing around a honeycomb. There were many amazing plant and animal sites that blended well with the historical significance of the cliff dwellings. The students were amazed with the site of the Well and how the Ancient Peoples actually survived in these beautiful surroundings.
A fun and educational time was experienced by everyone who had the pleasure to see the sights and sounds of this historical monument.
The students saw many of the plants we have talked about including prickly pear cactus, salt bush and creosote bushes. We also saw a mole digging its home, and hawks being predators. We witnessed bees buzzing around a honeycomb. There were many amazing plant and animal sites that blended well with the historical significance of the cliff dwellings. The students were amazed with the site of the Well and how the Ancient Peoples actually survived in these beautiful surroundings.
A fun and educational time was experienced by everyone who had the pleasure to see the sights and sounds of this historical monument.
March and April Happenings
We are nearing the end of March. The following are exciting events happening in the last two weeks of March as well as during the month of April.
March 21 - 25 - Spring Break (no school)
March 29 and 31 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
March 31 - April 1 - Early release days (11:45)
April 11 - 15 - AIMS testing (all students should be here every day)
April 22, April 25 - No School days
April 29 - Early release day (11:45)
We are looking forward to showing all that we have accomplished during the school year through the AIMS testing in April. You can help by ensuring that your child is at school each day during the testing. They should be well rested to ensure that they do their best on all parts of the test.
Have a great Spring Break and I look forward to seeing all of you on Monday, March 28.
Ms. Smith
Fourth Grade Teacher
Liberty Traditional Charter School
(602) 442-8791
March 21 - 25 - Spring Break (no school)
March 29 and 31 - Parent/Teacher Conferences
March 31 - April 1 - Early release days (11:45)
April 11 - 15 - AIMS testing (all students should be here every day)
April 22, April 25 - No School days
April 29 - Early release day (11:45)
We are looking forward to showing all that we have accomplished during the school year through the AIMS testing in April. You can help by ensuring that your child is at school each day during the testing. They should be well rested to ensure that they do their best on all parts of the test.
Have a great Spring Break and I look forward to seeing all of you on Monday, March 28.
Ms. Smith
Fourth Grade Teacher
Liberty Traditional Charter School
(602) 442-8791
Friday, February 25, 2011
February!
February is nearing a close and so it's a time to remember all that has been accomplished this month. Students were reminded to be a good friend during our Valentine's Day Celebration. The students have also been working hard to learn long division in math, summarizing in reading, learning about cells in science, and organization in writing.
Another focus in keeping with Character Counts is that he students have learned that there is a right way to play. They should have fun while keeping in mind that people are the most important part of playing. We have had a great deal of fun practicing this in February!
Looking Ahead:
March is a full month. We will be going on a field trip to Montezuma's Castle the week of March 14. Spring break will take place March 21 - 25 (no school). Parent/teacher conferences will be held the week of March 28. Finally, we will be completing the Arizona academic standards in order to prepare for the AIMS testing that will take place April 11-15. Please don't schedule any appointments that week so that students can complete their AIMS testing.
We're looking forward to a busy Spring!
Melanie Smith
Fourth Grade Teacher
Liberty Traditional Charter School
(602) 442-8791
Another focus in keeping with Character Counts is that he students have learned that there is a right way to play. They should have fun while keeping in mind that people are the most important part of playing. We have had a great deal of fun practicing this in February!
Looking Ahead:
March is a full month. We will be going on a field trip to Montezuma's Castle the week of March 14. Spring break will take place March 21 - 25 (no school). Parent/teacher conferences will be held the week of March 28. Finally, we will be completing the Arizona academic standards in order to prepare for the AIMS testing that will take place April 11-15. Please don't schedule any appointments that week so that students can complete their AIMS testing.
We're looking forward to a busy Spring!
Melanie Smith
Fourth Grade Teacher
Liberty Traditional Charter School
(602) 442-8791
Monday, January 31, 2011
January Recap and February Happenings
The month of January has been incredibly busy. Here is a recap of what the students have been working so hard to learn and what is coming up in February.
Math:
The students have learned the steps necessary to multiply 3-digits by 2-digits. Any students struggling with their multiplication facts, must learn them as soon as possible. In February, they will learn to divide and then we will move on to geometry.
Reading:
The students are working on their reading comprehension by reading social studies and science passages and answering questions about the reading. They will continue to work on fluency. In February, the students will be working on a literature study in a small group setting.
Writing:
The students are working on organization of their writing. This will continue into February as well as working on sentence variety and sentence fluency.
Science:
In January the students were working with plant and animal cells. They will work on classification of plants and animals in February.
Social Studies:
Students have created a Travel Brochure and Mammal Booklet for Arizona as well as maps of the Points of Interest in our state. They will continue to learn about the state of Arizona in February including the 5 C's and the workings of government.
Valentine's Day Event:
Our Valentine's Day Event will take place on Monday, February 14, at 2:00. A flyer has gone home with all of the students names should the students wish to exchange cards on that day.
Have a great rest of the month and see you in February!
Math:
The students have learned the steps necessary to multiply 3-digits by 2-digits. Any students struggling with their multiplication facts, must learn them as soon as possible. In February, they will learn to divide and then we will move on to geometry.
Reading:
The students are working on their reading comprehension by reading social studies and science passages and answering questions about the reading. They will continue to work on fluency. In February, the students will be working on a literature study in a small group setting.
Writing:
The students are working on organization of their writing. This will continue into February as well as working on sentence variety and sentence fluency.
Science:
In January the students were working with plant and animal cells. They will work on classification of plants and animals in February.
Social Studies:
Students have created a Travel Brochure and Mammal Booklet for Arizona as well as maps of the Points of Interest in our state. They will continue to learn about the state of Arizona in February including the 5 C's and the workings of government.
Valentine's Day Event:
Our Valentine's Day Event will take place on Monday, February 14, at 2:00. A flyer has gone home with all of the students names should the students wish to exchange cards on that day.
Have a great rest of the month and see you in February!
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