Grade 4 Newsletter

27 October 2006

• In social studies students have been busy decorating and preparing for the mock election that will be held on November 2. It would be a great learning opportunity for your child if you would discuss the candidates and your opinions on the issues. Help your child learn that every vote does count!

• Science classes are beginning to learn about conservation. Students are asked to find articles on pollution, landfills, recycling, or other environmental issues and bring them to class.

• Math classes will be taking the assessment on Unit 3 next week. Keep practicing facts daily and filling in the log sheet.

• Fourth grade students are encouraged to wear black and orange on Tuesday.

• We will hold a merit dollar event on Tuesday.

• There will be no CLC yoga on Monday afternoon.

• There’s still time for students to do community service. Parents just need to write a note or phone the office explaining what was done and for whom.

• Reminder-Return the pink conference form you received in the mail ASAP to schedule an appointment to discuss your child’s progress.

• Remember to set your clocks back Saturday night!