FOURTH GRADE NEWS
December 15, 2016
What's Up in 4th Grade!
*Early release Friday, December 16 12:00
*Winter Break December 19- January 2. See you on January 3, 2017!
Ask you child if he or she needs any supplies to start the 2nd semester i.e. checking pens, erasers, notebooks. Thank you!
It has been a great first semester of school! Have a great Winter Break and Happy New Year!
Language Arts
When we return from winter break, we will continue writing expository pieces, using comprehension strategies with our weekly stories while also using context clues and greek and latin roots to understand vocabulary words.
Math
Our next unit will focus on fractions.
Vocabulary to know: improper fractions, mixed number
Science and Social Studies
After Winter Break, we are going to embark on a journey in social studies to discover why the Spanish established missions and presidios in Texas. Students will learn about Texas' role in the Mexican War and the impact it had on Texas, and the six flags that flew over Texas.
Vocabulary to focus on : villas, missions, and presidios
Important Dates
- January 3: Back to school
- January 9-13: College Week
From the Teachers
- Check out our Parent Website: https://sites.google.com/a/pisd.edu/fabulous-fourth-grade-friends/
- We encourage our students to bring their devices to school. Electronic devices are used in the classroom for research, academic practice, assignments, as well as being used in music, art, library, and guidance.
- Additional information on parenting classes held throughout the district can be found below. You can also view a full list of classes by visiting Mrs. Carranza's Google site https://sites.google.com/a/pisd.edu/guidance-counseling/