Mrs. Abbott's 4th Grade Class 2024-25

November 21, 2024

Dear Lincoln Families,

CAC update:

It was supposed to be last Tuesday but was rescheduled for this Tuesday. Calling All Colors is a program directed by Mary Alice Johnson and Harold Bragg. Our theme for session one is “reducing stereotypes and prejudice.” During our time together, we will read a story, have a group discussion, incorporate a partner activity, and play a fun game with the students.

Report cards went home Friday! There may be an area(s) where your child still needs to meet the essential standard. The expected goal is to meet standards by the end of 4th grade. Students are provided extra practice and opportunities through small group and individual intervention throughout the school year to achieve their goals. Please sign the envelope and return it. Make sure you keep the report card. Thanks!

As shared at Back to School Night, we are piloting new ELA instructional materials in grades K-5. This resource offers a rigorous, knowledge-building approach for our learners, engaging students in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. While our commitment to addressing essential ELA standards has not changed, the order and manner in which standards are assessed in this pilot may be different than in past years. As such, you may not see a reported measure for every ELA standard on your child’s report card. Please also refer to the comments provided by your child’s teacher, as well as ongoing communication and conferencing, regarding your child’s progress in ELA. Thank you for your continued support and partnership.

Have a great fall break!

Important Dates

Late Start: 12/4, 12/11, 12,18

Thanksgiving Break: 11/27 -11/29

Holiday Breakfast: 12/7

Book Fair: 12/7 - 12/13

Winter Party: 12/20 (Just snacks, no parent volunteers needed, a committee is organizing:)

Winter Break: 12/21 - 1/5

School Resumes: 1/6

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Snacks in the Classroom

Please ensure that everyday snacks are quick and easy for your child to handle. For example, please do not use yogurt, pudding, uncut fruit, or messy items for daily snacks. This avoids spilling on school devices, furniture, new carpet, etc. These snacks work better in the lunchroom. Thank you for your understanding.

Birthdays

We love to celebrate birthdays! Students who would like to celebrate birthdays in our class should bring non-food items, such as pencils, instead of cupcakes. Sometimes, parents put together little gift bags. These are just ideas. There is no obligation to send anything!

Class Party Information: Complete the Google Forms below to volunteer and organize classroom parties (click on the title/link). Thank you for your consideration!

Winter Party Volunteer Form

Kindness Party Volunteer Form

Be sure to add the party dates to your calendar!

Winter Party--December 20

Kindness Party--February 14

Back-to-School Night Slide Presentation

(To click on the links in the presentation, it can't be in present mode:)

Weekly Specials Schedule

Lunch: 11:30-11:55 Lunch Recess: 11:55-12:20

A.M. Recess: 10:45-10:55 every day

P.M. Recess: 3:15-3:30 every day

Monday