Welcome to fourth grade! i'd like to welcome you and your child to the start of the new school year! I firmly believe a teacher must guide students to discover for themselves the value of seeking knowledge. Consequences will be enforced when students choose not to follow classroom rules.
Welcome to fourth grade! i'd like to welcome you and your child to the start of the new school year! I firmly believe a teacher must guide students to discover for themselves the value of seeking knowledge. Consequences will be enforced when students choose not to follow classroom rules.
Welcome to fourth grade! i'd like to welcome you and your child to the start of the new school year! I firmly believe a teacher must guide students to discover for themselves the value of seeking knowledge. Consequences will be enforced when students choose not to follow classroom rules.
Welcome to fourth grade! i'd like to welcome you and your child to the start of the new school year! I firmly believe a teacher must guide students to discover for themselves the value of seeking knowledge. Consequences will be enforced when students choose not to follow classroom rules.
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Welcome to...
Fourth Grade Ms. Langdorf Room 2
Email Address: erlangdorf@graniteschools.org
School Information
Notes: School Address: 4905 South 4300 West Kearns, Utah 84118
Front Office Phone Number:
(385) 646-4846
School Times: Monday-Thursday- 8:35 to 3:20 Friday- 8:35 to 1:05
School Website: http://gourleyelementary.weebly.com/
Dear Students and Families,
You know your child better than anyone. I respect your input and will work closely with you to ensure your child receives the best education possible. Know that you are always welcome in my classroom. I am available before and after school by appointment if you wish to discuss any questions or concerns regarding your child. I am looking forward to sharing this year with you and your child. Sincerely, Ms. Emily Langdorf
Id like to welcome you and your child to the start of the new school year! We are going to have a busy and productive year filled with exciting learning activities. I am delighted to be a part of your childs educational experience. This booklet outlines some important information about our class. Please review and discuss the contents together. My Teaching Philosophy I firmly believe a teacher must guide students to discover for themselves the value of seeking knowledge. I believe teaching must include meaningful, student-centered activities that equip students with problem-solving strategies that can be applied in a variety of contexts and situations. The varied backgrounds and interests of each student transform the classroom into a cooperative learning community. I believe every individual possesses unique abilities and talents worth developing. It is my goal to help each student recognize and develop these talents.
Classroom Rules Our classroom rules will be decided together. The rules will reflect the standards and expectations of Gourley Elementary. *Consequences will be enforced when students choose not to follow classroom rules: Loss of one ticket = Warning Loss of two tickets = Loss of recess Loss of three tickets = notification of parents
Volunteers Please feel free to volunteer in my classroom. We would love to have you! If you would like to volunteer, please let me know ahead of time so I can prepare materials and projects. All visitors must sign in and obtain a visitors pass in the front office before visiting the classroom.
Schedule A typical daily schedule includes the following subjects: Balanced Math Balanced Literacy Writing (focus on six traits) Science Social Studies (Utah History) School Begins: 8:35 a.m.
Due to possible food allergies, students are not allowed to share snacks. To help maintain a clean classroom, students are not to store snacks in or on their desks. Candy and sweets will not be allowed during snack time. Students may bring bottled water to drink. No other types of drinks are permitted in the classroom.
CHATS classes occur Monday through Thursday from 10:10-10:55 a.m. Classes included the following: Health Reading Lab Math Lab Social Skills Lunch: 11:40 Dismissal: 3:20 p.m.
Birthdays Birthdays are certainly a time for celebration! If you would like to plan something for your child, please let me know at least three days in advance. Please note that we do not have birthday parties at school for students. You may, however, bring in treats for the class. These goodies will be distributed at the end of the day. All food items must be prepackaged. The following is a list of acceptable alternatives to treats. pencils/erasers stickers balloons bookmarks books Birthday goodies are entirely optional. If you have any questions or additional ideas, please feel free to contact me.
Homework Written homework will be assigned four nights a week. Students will typically be assigned a math and spelling assignment Monday through Friday. 20 minutes of reading is assigned 5 nights a week and must be documented on Reading Logs. Reading Logs are due on Monday and are worth 10 points. Each daily entry is worth 2 points. Other projects and assignments (Book Reports, Problem of the Week, etc.) will be assigned periodically.
All assignments will be written in an agenda each day. Daily homework assignments can also be accessed on the class website. Homework is due the next day unless otherwise specified and is graded and recorded. 10 % is subtracted from the assignment each day it is late. Failure to return homework assignments may also result in a loss of recess.
Graded Work and Grades
All graded work will be sent home with your child as it is graded. You will be able to access your childs grades via the Internet. If your child is unhappy with a grade they received on an assignment, they may redo the assignment. The student has a week from the time the assignment is returned to redo the assignment. It is the students responsibility to come to me.
Computer Use We are fortunate to have the use of 15 desktop computers in our classroom. We will utilize many websites and programs to enhance student learning. Students will learn rules and procedures for the appropriate use of the classroom computers. Before using classroom technology, students will also sign a user agreement form. Failure to comply to rules will result in loss of computer privileges.
Weekly Update Every Friday I will send home a Weekly Update. On the update you will be informed of your childs progress including their behavior, their progress on assignments, and how they are working in class. Please review the update with your child. The student will return the form on Monday with both student and parent signatures. Failure to return the form on Monday will result in a loss of recess until the form is returned.
Grading Policy 90% - 100% 80% - 89% 70% - 79% 60% - 69% 59% and below A B C D F
Snacks Students are welcome to bring in a healthy snack for themselves. The snacks should already be prepared and take about 5 to 10 minutes to eat.
