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Our Daily Schedule (4th Grade)
• 8:55 Entire School meets on the blacktop
• 9:00 – 9:55 Science Lab/Science Literacy/Social Studies/Math
• 9:55– 9:58 Passing
• 9:58 – 10:51 Science Lab/Science Literacy/Social Studies/Math
• 10:51 – 11:03 Recess
• 11:03 – 11:06 Passing
• 11:06 – 11:59 Science Lab/Science Literacy/Social Studies/Math
• 11:59 – 12:39 LUNCH
• 12:39 – 12:43 Passing
• 12:43 – 1:36 Science Lab/Science Literacy/Social Studies/Math
• 1:36 – 1:40 Passing
• 1:40 – 3:04 Language Arts
• 3:04 – 3:08 Passing
• 3:08 – 3:30 Physical Education
• 3:30 Dismissal
*Art & Music will be integrated into Social Studies on a regular basis.

CLASSROOM RULES
1. Come to class on time and be prepared to learn.
2. Follow directions the first time they are given.
3. Raise your hand to speak.
4. Show respect for all people and property.
5. Be responsible and complete all of your work.
6. Give your best effort in everything you do.
7. Ask permission to leave your seat.

Consequences –
Step 1 – Verbal Warning
Step 2 – Student loses one Recess
Step 3 – Student loses every recess for the rest of the week
Step 4 – Parents will be contacted
Step 5 – Meet with Administration
*Serious offenses may result in automatic referral (such as fighting, threats, out of control behavior, defiance etc.)

Rewards
Good behavior and excellent work habits will be rewarded throughout the year.

Character Counts –
Students will learn about the 6 pillars of character: Citizenship, Responsibility, Trustworthiness, Respect, Fairness, and Caring. I have included a handout in this packet as well that details the six pillars. Students who demonstrate these characteristics will be honored with a special recognition ceremony.

Curriculum –
I have included in this packet a copy of the California State Standards. The standards explain the major areas we will be studying. Everything taught at Yokomi Elementary School connects to these standards.

Grading System
100-90% - A
89-80% - B
79-70% - C
69-60% - D
59-0% - F

Testing-
The District has trimester writing samples.
1. The first trimester will be a personal narrative.
2. The second trimester will be a summary.
3. The third trimester will be a response to literature.

The district will also have quarterly GLAS tests to prepare students for the end of the year CST test. Our goal is to have all student score in the proficient and advance category. Any students who continually show growth on the tests will be rewarded. More details will come as the year progresses.

Homework
• Homework will be assigned daily in Language Arts and Math. (No homework on Friday unless it is requested)
• Students are expected to read a minimum of 100 minutes per week at home. (Parents please make sure the child is actually reading during the allotted time. We require students to get a signature or initial from a parent to verify that they are reading nightly. Forms will be passed out next week.)

*If a student is absent they are still responsible for the work that they miss. They will have two days to turn in all missed work. Please attempt to pick up any assignments they miss due to their absences.


Homework/school supplies you may want to provide for your child –
Pencils Paper
Pens Colored pencils or Crayons
Erasers Glue
Tape Scissors
Dictionary Thesaurus

Helpful Homework Hints-
-Give the student a consistent, quite place to work
-Parents should be available for questions or clarification
-Avoid television and other distractions
-Keep school supplies on hand
-Have parent check completed homework
-Give Students Lots of Encouragement!!!

Donations –
If you have any supplies or materials that you would like to donate to the class it would be much appreciated. I will supply your children with the necessary materials but if you would like to donate pencils, erasers, hand sanitizer, Kleenex, old magazines, or paper you would really help us out.






Checklist for materials that need to be returned the first week:

___Yellow Card
___Zero Tolerance Form
___Student Accident Insurance Form
___Library Verification form (yellow page)
___Technology acceptable use policy (white single sheet)
___Mr. Christiansen’s introductory handout (next page of packet)