TRANSITIONING TO 4 TH GRADE: PREPARING YOUR FAMILY FOR SUCCESS AT MARTIN LUTHER KING SCHOOL… DR. C. ALEX GRAY PRINCIPAL 5/2/19
The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
AGENDA • Greetings & Introductions • PTO Welcome • Overview of King School • Questions & Answers • Building Walk
• Greetings & Introductions • PTO Welcome
PRINCIPAL, TEACHER & STUDENT EXPECTATIONS • Poised • Positive • Productive
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT KING “Our Teachers Spend a Great Deal of Time On Their Craft”
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT KING “Our Teachers Carefully Plan & Design Their Lessons to Reach Each Child ”
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT KING “We Give Students A Solid Foundation to Rise to the Top”
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT KING “We Find Ways to Give Each Student What He or She Needs”
COMMUNICATION • Genesis Parent Module • School/Staff Websites • Student Planner • Parent/Teacher Meetings • Sunday Snapshot
STUDENT OPPORTUNITIES • LEAP (Spanish, Art, Dance) • Soaring High • MLK Leaders • After-School Clubs
STUDENT SUPPORT • Support Specialists • After-School Tutorial • Online Learning Resources
HONORS PROGRAMS • Math • Literacy
ACADEMIC CLASS DYNAMICS • Literacy, Math, Science, Social Studies • Heterogeneously Mixed • Departmentalized • Teaming
LITERACY Content/Skills • Lucy Calkins’ Reader’s & Writer’s Workshop • Guiding Students to learn procedures & strategies to become more independent readers & writers Instructional Strategies • Rubrics and learning progressions • Individual or small group conferences • Goal setting based on need
HELPING PREPARE YOUR CHILD FOR 4 TH GRADE ELA Preparing for 4 th Grade Reading • Read a wide variety of books and discuss them with your child • Complete a reading log • Website: www.scholastic.com/teachers/bookwizard/ www.goodreads.com Preparing for 4 th Grade Writing • Keep a writer’s notebook • Write stories (could be imaginative or personal narratives) • Practice persuasive writing when making requests to parents
MATH Content/Skills Instructional Strategies • Place value (through hundred thousands) • Use of Technology (Ipads, • Multiplication (by 1 & 2-digit numbers) Smartboard) • Division (by 1-digit numbers) • Websites-Thinkcentral, Mobymax, • Fractions (equivalences & operations) Schoology, • Decimals (reading & writing) • Center Based Learning that • Geometry (2 D figures & angles) incorporates small group instruction • Measurement, Area, & Perimeter (differentiated), technology, hands on learning, and games
HELPING PREPARE YOUR CHILD FOR 4 TH GRADE MATH Preparing for 4 th Grade Math • Fluency in multiplication & division facts: using abcya, xtramath, arcademics • Develop perseverance with problem solving • Practice problem solving • Engage your child in discussions about how and why math was used today • Websites: • www.multiplication.com • www.splashmath.com • https://www.prodigygame.com/ • http://toytheater.com/category/math-games/ • http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/math.htm
SPECIAL EDUCATION • What is an in-class support teacher? • What is co-teaching? • IEP driven support • Case managers in the building
SPECIAL AREA CLASSES • Art • Physical Education • Spanish • Music • Technology
SPECIAL AREA CLASSES Art – Mrs. Nikitovic • Builds from grade 3 • Learn various art genres • Study & handle art media • Write & read about art (literacy) • Study art history & famous works of art • G&T Art opportunities
SPECIAL AREA CLASSES Physical Education – Mr. Cerro & Mr. Stoddard • Physical fitness testing (PACER Test) • Cooperative learning activities • Multicultural activities emphasizing respect & sportsmanship • Fitness activities for movement exploration & to promote health
SPECIAL AREA CLASSES Spanish – Mrs. T orres • Builds from grade 3 • Technology is incorporated daily • Learn how to read & write in Spanish • Engage in conversations in Spanish • Transfer Spanish vocabulary to form paragraphs • Complete various projects throughout the year • G&T Spanish opportunities
SPECIAL AREA CLASSES Music – Mrs. Harrington • Use recorders • Learn to read music notation • Create original compositions (using pitch, rhythm & meter) • Learn to listen to music through the lens of music elements
SPECIAL AREA CLASSES T echnology – Mr. Salcedo • File Management • Utilize different applications • Navigate the operating system • Practice typing skills (piscatawayschools.typingclub.com) • Operate a web browser & search engine • Internet Safety and Cyberbullying • Navigate & operate a social learning platform (pway.schoology.com) • Learn the iPad’s iOS interface, tools, and applications
TECHNOLOGY • Weekly digital literacy class (45 minutes) • Math Classes: Smart Boards • ELA Classes: Document Cameras & Projectors • Laptops available for student use • iPads will be assigned to all students in 2019-2020
BAND, CHORUS, ORCHESTRA Mr. Plesnarski, Mrs. Harrington, Ms. Schilla • Can choose one, or Band/Chorus or Chorus Orchestra • Large groups meet once each week • Band & Orchestra also have one day of lessons • Two evening concerts (Winter & Spring) • Information will be disseminated in September
COUNSELING CONNECTION Dr. Diamantis • Delivery of K-12 counseling curriculum • “It’s Cool to Be Kind at King” initiative • Support services to all students and families • HIB Liaison
NURSING NOTES Ms. Fink • Changes from elementary to intermediate • Vaccine update/physical exams • Summer mailings/contact information • Medication/medication forms • Physical activity • Planning for Fall • How to reach the School Nurse
I’M SURE YOU ALSO WANT TO KNOW ABOUT… • Arrival & dismissal • Bus procedures • Lunch, recess & snack • Transition to classes • Before & after care
IF YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR CHILD’S TRANSITION INTO KING, DON’T WORRY BECAUSE… Parent T estimonials – “Your Child’s Transition” “The kids are kind, teachers are supportive, and there is a culture of respect that is nurtured at school.” “The school is warm and welcoming, and although independence is encouraged and promoted, there is still plenty of communication between parents and teachers so you can stay on top of your child’s progress.”
IF YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR CHILD’S TRANSITION INTO KING, DON’T WORRY BECAUSE… Parent T estimonials – “Your Child’s Transition” “Everyone in this school is very kind and caring, and all teachers personally make sure the kids get the best, and achieve their goals. My Daughter loves this school.” “The teachers and staff work hard to ensure a student’s assimilation and success.”
IF YOU ARE CONCERNED ABOUT YOUR CHILD’S TRANSITION INTO KING, DON’T WORRY BECAUSE… Parent T estimonials – “Your Child’s Transition” “Principal Gray and Assist. Principal Kim Blanshaft are an amazing example of leadership. The kind of leadership which provides a learning environment of patience and empathy for each child.” “Dr. Gray and his staff and teachers show their professionalism and years of experience and make the transition smooth, enjoyable, and make you excited about things to come.”
I WOULD LIKE TO OFFER THE FOLLOWING SUGGESTION TO INCOMING 4 TH GRADE PARENTS… Parent T estimonials – “Advice to Parents” “Please do not hesitate to speak with them about any concern you may have. Dr. Gray, Ms. Blanshaft, and the teachers are there to help.” “Make sure to connect by way of Genesis to offer continued communication between teachers and parents concerning your child’s progress.”
I WOULD LIKE TO OFFER THE FOLLOWING SUGGESTION TO INCOMING 4 TH GRADE PARENTS… Parent T estimonials – “Advice to Parents” “If you have any questions, please ask. The office staff, Dr. Gray, Ms. Blanshaft etc. are very helpful.” “4 th grade students need not to worry, they’ll be loved, cared for, and educated.”
Are you ready to join the King School Family?
Building Walk Visit a 4 th Grade Classroom – Room 5
Dr. C. Alex Gray , Principal (732) 699-1563 x5440 agray@pway.org Ms. Kimberly Blanshaft , Assistant Principal (732) 699-1563 x5439 kblanshaft@pway.org
Building Walk Visit a 4 th Grade Classroom – Room 5
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