Into the Second Week

We have made it to the 6th day of school...and it has been a busy six days! First, thank you to all the parents for returning all the important school forms back so quickly. I know it is a lot to sort through and I appreciate the time you spent on them. I especially enjoy reading the parent surveys. YOU are the best expert on your child and I really value your input and any suggestions you give for making each day at Harding a successful one for your student. A few tidbits from the last 6 days--

Every student got a free backpack with school supplies inside! This cute little mascot made a visit with MDWise to provide these items to our students. We were very excited and the kids love the bags!

We spent a good chunk of time on the first day of school answering these questions and share our opinions. We had great discussion! These charts will hang in our room all year to remind us of the expectations we have set for ourselves and our classroom.

As you are already aware, the students are responsible for maintaining their homework planners each night. The homework is always written on the board each day for them to copy and they are reminded several times throughout the day. This may be a new routine for many but it is a very important one that each 4th grade student must learn. Your signature in the planner tells me you have discussed or seen the homework your child has completed. I remind the students it is THEIR responsibility to have you sign it--not mom and dad's to remember!

DON'T FORGET! Back to School Night is tomorrow, Thursday, August 30th. It begins with the PTA meeting at 4:00pm and ends at 5:30pm. I hope you are able to make it! I look forward to meeting our families!

Welcome to a NEW School Year!

A new school year has arrived and I am very excited to meet a new class of 4th graders! If you are visiting this site, then you have already begun reading through the many papers that come with your child on the first day of school. Thank you! I really try to keep you informed and up to date with the goings on in our classroom and at Harding. I look forward to meeting you and working with your child this year. Back to School Night is on Thursday, August 30th from 4:00-5:30pm. I hope you can make it! Please contact me at school if you have any questions. Happy New School Year!

Everyone needs to wear slippers to school once in awhile...

Friday 12/16 was slipper day at school! The students were cute AND comfy!

New Trimester

The first trimester came to an end of November 22nd. The new trimester begins on Monday, November 28th. The first report cards will be sent home on December 7th with open parent conferences on Wednesday, December 14th from 2:45-4:00. These conferences are optional and will be on a first come first serve basis. If you require a set conference time, please contact me to make other arrangements for another day. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving Break!

In with November...

Welcome to a new month! We had a very busy October--new information, Acuity computer testing, our first classroom party and fall break! We are moving full steam ahead as the first trimester comes to an end on November 22nd. I do not have information about if or when there will be report conferences, but you'll be the first to know when I do. In the meantime, thanks to those families who contributed to our fall party. A great time was had by all! As always, contact me any time with questions or concerns! Happy November!

Progress Reports Already?

Hard to believe but the first trimester progress reports come home on Friday, October 7th. Please be sure to check your child's HORSE folder for your copies. Please remember to sign and return one of the copies on Monday, October 10th. The other copy is yours to keep. Don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about your child's report. I am happy to meet and discuss his/her progress!

End of September Reminders

We will wrap up our first full month toegether this coming Friday. A few reminders:
1) The first book project on realistic fiction, the windsock, is due on Friday 9/30. Many students have turned theirs in early. Please remember this is part of the reading grade!
2) The weather has become cooler so remember to dress accordingly! Also, sweaters and hoodies can only be worn in the classroom if they are school wear--no logos or writing can be on them and they must be school wear colors.
3) Planners, reading logs, and HORSE folders must be brought to school everyday with all completed homework!

Finally, a big THANK YOU to all the families that came to last week's Back to School Night! I had 18 families attend. It was great to meet all of you and I look forward to getting to know your families better!