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Welcome to 4th Grade!•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 4th
grade experiences with you!
Our Teachers
Ms. Viscusi: Math, Science, Religion, and Health
Mrs. Brown (5th grade homeroom): Social Studies, and English
Ms. ViscusiTaught Pre-Kindergarten
Graduated from Sts. Philip and James
Graduated from St. Joseph’s CollegeBachelor of Arts in General and
Special Education N-6
4th Grade GoalsTo help students grow in their Catholic faithTo become lifelong learners, academically,
socially, and emotionallyTo help students accept responsibility for
their actionsTo help increase students’ confidence, and
help them discover their own potentialTo prepare for the NYS exams in Math and
ScienceTo prepare students for fifth grade
Classroom ProceduresWalker 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
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
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
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)
In religion…This year we will focus on:
Scripture and the BibleSaints and other Holy People
AdventLent
The TrinityThe Church community
In health…
This year we will focus on:Empathy and Skills for Learning
Emotion ManagementProblem Solving
“When parents or guardians, and teachers
work well together, everyone wins.”-Julia Thompson
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
Student ResponsibilitiesCome to school each day prepared with all
materials and completed homeworkImmediately begin morning procedures when
entering the classroom: handing in notices and lunch money, unpacking, completing morning work posted on the board
Listen to all directionsAlways ask the teacher for help if neededAlways try your best in class and on every
assignmentAlways show respect for others and yourself
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!
