1. Mrs. Block 2013-2014

2.  I grew up in Webster.  I graduated from the University of South Dakota.  I taught 2 nd grade in Wyoming and 5/6 th grade in Minnesota and Head Start in Webster.  I have been teaching at Webster since 1999.

3.  We read tons of great stories.  We set goals and reach for the stars with AR.  We write about our thoughts, opinions, and information we’ve learned.  We master the location of all 50 states.  We explore many Science topics.  We ace fractions, decimals, and cover lots of numbers.  We improve our keyboarding skills.

4.  Fourth graders are expected to read every night for 15-20 minutes in their DEAR book.  It is your job to have parents sign your planner each night and return it to school each morning with your DEAR book.  I check planners at 8:30. If yours is missing or not signed, you need to make up the reading time at recess.

5.  We begin each day with Math.  The IXL site is a valuable tool.  You should spend 10-15 minutes on IXL at home several nights each week.  If you don’t have a computer at home, we’ll talk about ways to work it out.

6.  If you pay attention use your time wisely, you should finish homework in about a half hour.  All homework is due the next morning. Anything unfinished will be counted wrong.  If you forget your homework you will need to do it over at recess.  If you forget too often, we will have a problem.

7. II expect students to listen the first time. II expect students to do their best with a positive attitude. II expect students to be well behaved, especially for other teachers. YYou can expect me to help you learn. YYou can expect me to work hard each day with a positive attitude.

8. WWe work hard. WWe are responsible. WWe laugh and make new friends. WWe do our best! WWe have fun learning.

9. Let’s Have a Wonderful Year!