1. Please sign in on the paper at the front of the room. Find your child’s seat and make yourself comfortable– get a taste of what they will experience each day here! I am looking forward to sharing your child’s 4 th grade experiences with you!

2. Our Teachers Ms. Viscusi: Math, Science, Religion, and Health Mrs. Brown (5 th grade homeroom): Social Studies, and English

3. Ms. Viscusi Taught Pre-Kindergarten Graduated from Sts. Philip and James Graduated from St. Joseph’s College Bachelor of Arts in General and Special Education N-6

4. 4 th Grade Goals To help students grow in their Catholic faith To become lifelong learners, academically, socially, and emotionally To help students accept responsibility for their actions To help increase students’ confidence, and help them discover their own potential To prepare for the NYS exams in Math and Science To prepare students for fifth grade

5. Classroom Procedures Walker notes: Students need a dated note signed by a parent to be released as a walker Parent Volunteers: Forms will be sent home when field trips and other class events are arranged. Volunteer information will be available at that time. Absence: Parents can pick up student’s work at the office, call to have it sent home with a sibling, or students can pick up work when they return to school. Birthdays: Student’s can bring in treats for their birthday – please send in a note to set up a day to bring in a lunch snack

6. Homework Policy Homework will be assigned each night Monday- Thursday, and occasionally on Fridays Homework is checked and reviewed the following day May include studying for an upcoming test

7. In math… All math is based on the NYS Common Core Standards This year will focus on: Algebraic thinking Fractions Measurement Geometry Preparing for the state test

8. In science… This year we will focus on: Life science Earth science Physical science Space and Technology Preparing for the state test (written and performance)

9. In religion… This year we will focus on: Scripture and the Bible Saints and other Holy People Advent Lent The Trinity The Church community

10. In health… This year we will focus on: Empathy and Skills for Learning Emotion Management Problem Solving

11. “When parents or guardians, and teachers work well together, everyone wins.” -Julia Thompson

12. Ways to help your child succeed! Check your child’s folder daily – please sign and return all tests the following day Please return all forms promptly Check your child’s agenda daily – make sure they have a quiet place for doing homework and studying! Tests should be studied for in advance – small study sessions each night are more effective than one long session the night before Check the class website nightly for nightly homework, upcoming tests, and classroom announcements Start your child’s day with a healthy breakfast Encourage your child to take responsibility for their learning experiences Please contact me with any questions or concerns – communication is key fviscusi5633@sspjschool.net www.sspjschool.net

13. Student Responsibilities Come to school each day prepared with all materials and completed homework Immediately begin morning procedures when entering the classroom: handing in notices and lunch money, unpacking, completing morning work posted on the board Listen to all directions Always ask the teacher for help if needed Always try your best in class and on every assignment Always show respect for others and yourself

14. Thank you for coming! I am looking forward to a wonderful and fruitful school year for everyone! Please feel free to contact me at any time, through a note or through email. Have a wonderful night!