Holiday Gift Exchange

Fourth Grade will be hosting a Holiday Gift Exchange.  This OPTIONAL event will take place on Friday, December 19th.  Participating Scholars need to purchase an inexpensive (no more than $5) unisex gift suitable for a boy AND girl.  Gifts need to be wrapped or enclosed in a gift bag.  Along with the gift exchange, we would like to serve Scholars cupcakes, chips, and drinks.  If you are interested in donating any of the above food items (store-bought only), please contact us.  Thanks. :-)

STEM project

We will be conducting an in class STEM project during Science. It will last until winter break. This will prepare scholars for January when they will be completing their own individual STEM project. Your child can get an early start by looking at the following website for ideas. 
http://www.sciencebuddies.org/
I will be sending home the list from the STEM book last year as well. The new STEM books will not arrive until January. If you have any questions, please email me. Thank you for your continued support in your child's education.

Field Trip Payment

Just a friendly reminder that all monies are due by this Friday, December 12, 2014 for the 4th grade field trip on December 18th, 2014. Thank you.

FIELD TRIP UPDATE

On Thursday, December 18 Fourth Grade Scholars will be participating in a field trip to see The Nutcracker Ballet.  The cost of the field trip is $23 and must be paid in cash or money order (Sorry, No Checks).  The field trip permission slip and payment is due next Friday, December 12.  

Also, Scholars have the option of purchasing a school lunch or bringing a packed lunch from home.  If purchasing a school lunch, the sandwich options will be PB&J or Turkey w/Cheese. 

If you have additional questions or concern, please feel free to contact us. 

Imaginary Map Project - DUE DATE EXTENDED

The due date for the Imaginary Map Project has been extended to Monday, December 8.  Projects turned in after this due date will receive no credit and graded with a zero.

IMAGINARY MAP PROJECTS

Fourth Grade Scholars were given an Imaginary Map Project on Monday, November 10th.  Scholars are to create a map of an imaginary land. This project gives Scholars an opportunity to use their creativity and demonstrate their understanding and knowledge about maps, map elements, and types of natural landforms.  THIS LONG-TERM PROJECT IS GRADED AS AN ASSESSMENT AND IS  DUE MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24. Projects turned in after due date will receive no credit and graded with a zero.

Thank You!

We would like to take this opportunity to thank all the parents who attended yesterday's Parent Teacher Conference Day.  It was a pleasure meeting with you to discuss the progress of your children.  Thank you for all of your support.  Enjoy the rest of your week. :-)

Parent Teacher Conference Day

Greetings :-)

We're using "VolunteerSpot" to organize the Parent Teacher Conference Day sign-ups

Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:

1) Click this link to see our Sign-Up on VolunteerSpot:http://vols.pt/kFPct8

2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.

3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on VolunteerSpot.

Note: VolunteerSpot does not share your email address with anyone. If you prefer not to use your email address, please contact us and we will sign you up manually.

Parents who returned the "Teacher/Parent Conference Sign-up Sheet" have been manually assigned one of their preferred times and will receive a confirmation letter today.  Thanks and we look forward to meeting with you. :-)

OCTOBER READING LOG

Just a reminder for students who DID NOT turn in their October Reading Log early:

OCTOBER READING LOGS ARE DUE WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 5.  LOGS TURNED IN AFTER DUE DATE WILL RECEIVE NO CREDIT AND GRADED WITH A ZERO.

Thank you Mystery Reader

Thank you to today's mystery reader for coming to Mrs. Nauman's classroom. My scholars want to buy "The Oldest Rookie" now and are excited to watch the movie. Thank you again for signing up. Fourth grade appreciates it!!

OCTOBER READING LOG

October Reading Logs are due Wednesday, November 5th. However, if Scholars want or need to boost their first quarter report card reading grade, they can turn in their October Reading Logs early on Friday, October 31st.  

This Friday - Friendly Reminder

This is a friendly reminder that there is no school for students this Friday, October 17.  

Progress Reports

First quarter progress reports were given to students on Friday, October 10th. Please keep in mind that the grades on these reports are approximately 2 weeks old.  Your child's current grades can be viewed on SchoolMax.  If you need access to SchoolMax, please contact  Mrs. Brinson in the main office.
Thanks

Youth Center

This is just a friendly reminder that there is school for students this coming Monday, October 13, however the Youth Center is CLOSED in observance of Columbus Day.

Thank you

Thank you to all the parents who came to the Book Fair to help support our school! Ms. Carter and I greatly appreciated the donated books to our classroom libraries. You are able to buy books from the book fair online until Sunday.

Scholastic Book Fair order forms will be sent home monthly from Ms. Carter and I, so there is always an opportunity to get new books for your child and promote reading! Thank you again.

Updates!

Thank you to all parents who have given Science donations. It is very much appreciated. Just a few reminders:

1. Box Tops "Where are they coming from?" contest ends October 17th! Please continue to have friends, relatives, etc. send in Box tops to Imagine Andrews. The winner with the farthest postmarked destination will receive a $50 gift card.
2. We are still collecting Box Tops for each homeroom class. Keep clipping and sending them in. We have a traveling trophy for the winning class of the month. We did well for September, but let's strive to do better. Our goal this year is to earn $3,200 for Imagine Andrews!!
3. Progress reports released October 9th.

Indoor Recess

Parents:

   We are asking for games (board games, etc.) for scholars to play in the classroom when there is INDOOR recess. It will give scholars options instead of only playing "heads up seven up". If you would like to send in a game, it would be very much appreciated. Games will be returned at the end of the year. Thank you for all your support!

Scholastic Book Orders

Hello parents!!

What would be better than a new book or maybe a few? Enrich your child's imagination while helping to build our classroom libraries. Please visit the scholastic website for some great "new books"!

http://www.scholastic.com/

Ms. Carter's class code is JD4FC


Mrs. Nauman's class code is JKKPC

Is Your Child Up For a Challenge?

On Tuesday, September 16, at 6:15 PM there will be a information meeting about the Advanced Reading Challenge (ARC) at Imagine Andrews in the multipurpose room.  The ARC reading program challenges students to read high quality complex literature, share it with the peers and adults in their lives, and improve their reading and comprehension skills.  It is open to all students in grades three through seven. Please come and find out if this is the reading program for your child!

THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

We would like to thank all the parents who took the time to come to Back to School Night this past Thursday.  Your presence was greatly appreciated.  Also, we appreciated all the questions, concerns, and comments many of you shared.  If you still need clarification on something, please feel free to contact us.  

Finally, we want to remind you that school is closed for students this Friday, September 19th AND PGCPS Parent/Teacher Conference Day is Tuesday, November 11.  Thanks again :-) 

Back to School Night

Back to School Night is this Thursday, September 11, 2014 from 6-8pm! We look forward to seeing you there!

Greetings Fourth Grade Parents & Guardians,

            Welcome to a new school year at Imagine Andrews!  We are very excited to be working with you and your child this year.  With a fulfilling year ahead and a lot to accomplish, we are eager to get started.  The fourth grade curriculum covers several exciting new topics and is filled with many challenging educational experiences.  We are passionate about learning and feel students learn best when their academic tasks are relevant and useful.  We will engage your child in meaningful learning experiences and creative hands-on activities that promote authentic learning.

            Fourth grade is a transitional school year.  It is the start of the intermediate grades that prepare students for middle school and beyond.   Therefore, we have very high expectations for our fourth grade Scholars.  We expect our Scholars to take initiative and responsibility for their own learning.  This requires focus, commitment, and a positive attitude.  We are confident these expectations will be met especially with teamwork and communication.  Let’s work together to ensure our Scholars reach their maximum potential this year!

            Student academic success requires a strong partnership between parents and teachers.  As partners, we share the responsibility for our Scholars success and want you to know that we will do our very best to carry our responsibilities. We ask that you guide and support your child’s learning by ensuring that he/she:

1.     Attends schools daily and arrives on time prepared for the day’s learning.

2.     Completes and returns all homework assignments on time.

3.     Reads daily to develop a love of reading and to improve literacy skills.

4.     Shares school experiences with you so that you are aware of his/her school life.

5.     Informs you if he/she needs additional support in any area or subject.

6.     Knows that you expect him/her to succeed in school.

           

             We are truly excited for this school year and cannot wait to meet you!

Sincerely,

Michelle A. Carter                                                                    Erin Nauman

ELA; Geography & History                                                      Mathematics & Science

Nauman's Class List

Welcome back 4th grade scholars! Below you will find my class list. On the first day of school, please report to Room 216. Thank you. I look forward to meeting you!

Makai A.

Autumn B.

Isaiah C.

Sunevah E.

Amari E.

Grace F.

Christopher G.

Lawstin G.

Rashawn H.

Octavius H.

James J.

Derrick J.

Danyelle  L.

Melissa L.

Matthew M.

Jayden M.

Demichael M.

Taylor P.

Calvin P.

Trinity R.

Dajuan R.

Jermarco R.

Nathaniel S.

Aarion T.

Sage W.

Carter Homeroom Class List

Welcome Back Fourth Grade Scholars & Parents!  
Below you will find my homeroom class list, therefore on the first day of school please report to Room 212.  I look forward to meeting you :-)

Trey, A.
Kaleb, A.
Candence, B.
Blake, B.
Valentina, C.
Frank, D.
Ariana, D.
Isaiah, D.
Harmony, F.
Jackson, F.
Emma, G.
Avery, H.
Brianna, H.
Andre, K.
Phoenix, K.
Frankie, P.
Riley, P.
Makayla, S.
Faith, S.
Ethen, S.
Holden, S.
Kiyah, T.
Ania, T.
Kiara, W.
Micheal, W.

It's almost that time of year again!  The start to a brand new school year begins on Tuesday, August 26th.  Below is our student supply list.  Please be sure student names are written on all supplies.  Thanks in advance.  Continue to have a great summer and see you in 2 weeks. :-)

FOURTH GRADE SCHOLAR 

SUPPLY LIST

(*** Denotes a Wish List item and is not required/mandatory)

Homeroom / Organization

1 1-subject Perforated Spiral Notebook

1 Two pocket Folder

1 Pencil Pouch (no pencil boxes )

1 pair scissor (blunt tip)

Community List

2 Pack of 24 #2 Pencils (no mechanical)

1 Pack of Green Ballpoint Pens

4 packs of Post It Notes 3X3 (6 in a pack)

2 100 Pack of Index cards

1 pack of glue sticks

2 sharpie markers

1 24-pack of Crayons (SEPARATE FROM ART SUPPLIES)

1 Pack of Colored Pencils (separate from art SUPPLIES)

2 4-Pack of dry-erase markers***

1 Pack of Ziplock Gallon Bags***

Disinfectant Wipes***

3 Boxes of Facial Tissue***

Hand SANITIZER***

Reading/Writing/Social Studies Class     

3 Black and White Composition notebooks

2 Pocket Folders (1 Red, 1 Yellow)

1 Clipboard

Math / Science

3 Black and White Composition Notebooks

2 Pocket Folders (1 blue, 1 green)

Art Class

Student Supply List

1 Pack of Crayons

1 Pack of Colored Pencils

1 Pack of Glue Sticks

1 BOTTLE of Liquid Glue

1 Watercolor set

1 Two-Pocket Folder

Smock or old shirt
1 Pack of Construction Paper***

Thank You! Thank You! Thank You!

We would like to THANK all our parents for their support and help in making our Scholars' school year the BEST!  Have a safe and terrific summer! :-)

Field day tomorrow. Please wear a purple shirt to represent 4th grade! Thank you. 

Math Portfolios

Scholars were sent home with their student portfolios yesterday! Please take the time to look at your child's pieces. Included in the portfolios were all math tests, projects etc. If you have any questions or concerns, please let me know. Thank you.

Announcements

Please have your child wear their "COLOR WARS" color on Monday! All students know their group color. They are as follows:
Orange
Blue
Green
Yellow
Red
Purple
If your child does not have that color T-shirt, s/he must come to school in school uniform. Thank you.
End of Year Party was postponed until Wednesday, June 11th, 2014! 

Field Day

Field day is June 12, 2014. 3rd and 4th grades' color is PURPLE; please have your child wear this color T-shirt. Also, 4th grade's end of the year party is on June 10th. If you would like to donate anything, please contact your child's teacher. Some suggestions are as follows:
Juice/water
Individual bags of chips
Napkins
Paper plates

End of the year party/ Scholastic Book orders

Our end of the year celebration/party is on June 10th, 2014. If you would like to donate any items, please let us know. Thank you for your continued support. It has been very much appreciated.

If you would like to order books from Scholastic, please do so soon so your child is able to receive their  books before school is out for the summer. Thank you for your orders.

SMITHSONIAN FIELD TRIP

SMITHSONIAN FIELD TRIP

REMINDER & UPDATES

·      Fourth Grade Scholars will be taking a field trip to the SMITHSONIAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY tomorrow, May 23.  Please make sure your child arrives to school on time at 8:15 AM. We will be departing the school promptly at 8:30 AM.

·      Scholars must be in full uniform, but are allowed to wear their Imagine school t-shirt instead of their white uniform top.   Also, Scholars do not need to bring their backpacks to school. 

·      Below are specified Museum rules that Scholars must follow to ensure the enjoyment and safety of all museum visitors.  Please review these rules with your child.

1.    Be considerate of all visitors

2.    Walking and talking are appropriate, while running and shouting are not

3.    Food, drinks, gum, and are not allowed anywhere in the museum except the designated eating areas

4.    Exhibits are very delicate: Please do not touch exhibits or lean on exhibit cases

·      Picture taking is permitted in the museum (unless posted to the contrary) therefore Scholars are allowed to bring a camera (NOT cellphones) to take photos.

·      Scholars are allowed to bring money to buy souvenirs, however the allotted time for visiting the gift shop is not guaranteed. 

·      Since the cost of the field trip included lunch, Scholars should not bring a lunch to school.  Scholars will be dining in the Atrium Café located inside the museum.  Lunch options are listed below and include a whole fruit, chips, and fountain drink or water.

o   Hamburger

o   Cheeseburger

o   Hot Dog

o   Peanut Butter & Jelly

o   Slice of Cheese Pizza

           

Tentative Itinerary

8:30 AM – School Departure

9:15 AM – IMAX Movie “Tornado Alley”

10:00 AM – Museum Exhibits

11:30 AM – Lunch in Atrium Café

12:30 PM – Museum Exhibits/Gift Shop

1:30 PM – Return to Buses/Departure

2:30 PM – School Arrival