August 19th, 2013 Update

Just a few reminders:

To see what we are learning every term, please visit:

http://fifthavenue.csdecatur.net/curriculum/

->click “Standards-Based Grading for Parents

->click ”Grade 4 Standards”

To see past AR test scores from home, please visit: http://fifthavenue.csdecatur.net/media-center-tabs/-> STAR/AR Tests


To check the level of a book, please visit: http://www.scholastic.com/bookwizard/


Reading Contracts:
Your child's reading contract is due August 29th. This is an easy way for them to stay on track with the amount of books they are reading. For term one (or the first six weeks of school), your child is required to read at least 3 books, two non-fiction and one fiction.  Your child can take an AR test on their book if it has one, but this is not a requirement.  Once your child has finished their book, they complete the attached "assessment" on the contract, and last, we have a quick conference to discuss the book. This is work they will primarily be completing at home, so be sure and check-in with your child to confirm they are reading at least 30 minutes a night, and completing the book assessments. I'll take care of the conferences at school! 

Weekly Reading Log:
This is a document that the students will be taking to and from school daily in their agenda. In this, they can keep track of the amount of time they are reading at school and at home. 
 

Check back for updates! We have kicked off a fabulous year. -Miss Ary