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Welcome to 4th Grade! Ms. Cook and Mr. Shipley’s Homework and Classroom Policy

Welcome to the exciting world of 4th grade with Ms. Cook and Mr. Shipley! Our homework policy includes weekly packets sent home on Mondays and due on Fridays, with guardian support encouraged. Spelling lists will consist of 20 words, with tests conducted weekly. Reading logs and Accelerated Reader tests will help track progress. Math will utilize various teaching tools including FAST MATH and Khan Academy. Positive behavior agreements will be implemented for rewards. Stay connected via our weekly newsletter and do not hesitate to reach out with any questions!

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Welcome to 4th Grade! Ms. Cook and Mr. Shipley’s Homework and Classroom Policy

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  1. WELCOME TO 4th GRADE! Ms. Cook and Mr. Shipley

  2. Homework Policy • Homework will go home in a packet on Monday. • Homework is due Friday. • Help and guidance from guardians is encouraged. • If turning in homework consistently becomes an issue, guardians will be asked to check homework and sign student’s agenda.

  3. Spelling • Individual Spelling lists • 20 word list in which the teacher chooses 10 words, and the student chooses 10 words. • Students’ words chosen may come from AR book on student reading level or basal. • Teacher’s words relate to current PBL or basal. • Spelling contract comprised of various activities students must complete to earn a total of 35 points each week.

  4. Spelling (continued) • Students must have 2 copies of list. • Tests will be given in pairs. • New Spelling lists will be made by students on Friday and approved by Teacher same day.

  5. Reading • Students will be required to fill out weekly reading logs at home and in class. • Students will be required to take Accelerated Reader (AR) tests each quarter. • The first STAR test will be given in early August. • Individual AR goals will be set by students after STAR results are assessed. • Weekly Reading tests.

  6. Math • Lessons taught in small group setting. • FAST MATH (Online Math Fact Practice) • Kahn Academy (Online tutorials) • Everyday Math Curriculum (Teaches various methods to solve problems, differentiates based on student abilities). • Reference books are available for Math.

  7. Behavior Agreements • PBiS • Students will follow a color system for rewards and consequences. It will be posted on the website. • Paws- whole class rewards • Husky Grams- individual rewards

  8. Communication • Vital information during the day, please call office. • Weekly newsletter via email. • Check the website for updates. • cookc@bcsc.k12.in.us • shipleys@bcsc.k12.in.us • (812)-367-4447 (Office)

  9. Volunteers! • Station work • PBL • Laminating • Copying • Organizing • Reading with students • Small group work • Sign up on our volunteer form, and we will contact you.

  10. Passions and Projects • If you have a possible community partner, passions idea, or resources/supplies, please let us know!

  11. Questions? Please let us know if you have any questions or concerns throughout the year. We are ready and willing to help! 

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