What will homework be like in fourth grade?
At the beginning of the week a homework menu will be sent home listing the nightly assignments. Each assignment should take no longer than 10-15 minutes and will often be a review of previously learned math skills. Assignment due dates will be noted next to each assignment on the menu. (Most are due at the end of the week.)
Are students required to read every night?
Yes. In addition to math, students are expected to read at least 20 minutes each night. Nightly reading can be...
If your child needs help finding books to read at night, please let me know. This year my classroom will be using a "book checkout app" to sign books out from our classroom library and bring home to read. I can surely help them find a book that's a good fit to enjoy at night! Just ask! :)
- reading independently
- reading with a family member
- listening to an audio book
- online reading (such as on a Kindle, on Tumblebooks, Storyline Online, etc)
- Magazines, newspapers, etc
If your child needs help finding books to read at night, please let me know. This year my classroom will be using a "book checkout app" to sign books out from our classroom library and bring home to read. I can surely help them find a book that's a good fit to enjoy at night! Just ask! :)
What is "bonus work"?
In addition to nightly homework, some children prefer a little extra challenge, assignment, or practice. If that's the case, the weekly menu will contain choices for extra credit. Choices may include research tasks, fact practice, online games/activities, or reading response activities. Students are not required to complete the bonus assignments, but I do keep track of who goes the extra mile each week.
How can I get in touch with Mrs. Washburn?
text: The best way to get in touch with me is through text or email. I use the "Remind" text service to easily communicate with parents. As the year begins I will email parents the code to join my class. By using this free service, I can send out whole class reminders and announcements. You can respond to me directly without replying to the whole group. In addition, I can reach out to individual parents quickly and easily. Questions? Just ask.
email: washburnk@foxborough.k12.ma.us
phone: The phone number for the school is 508-543-1605
email: washburnk@foxborough.k12.ma.us
phone: The phone number for the school is 508-543-1605
When will the MCAS test be administered? What will be tested?
Grade 4 ELA testing dates: TBD for Spring 2020 Math testing dates: TBD for Spring 2020
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Click here to visit the site for Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education.