Christmas Party 2011

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Christmas

Our Christmas parties will be held on Tuesday, December 20th.  Don't forget  to send what you signed up to bring.

Thank you all for your continuous support.

Star Student

Congratuations Lucas for being this weeks Star Student!
This week’s star student is always working hard. He is determined to be the best student and best friend he can be. He has a way of working through situations that is fair to everyone. He is always putting others thoughts and feelings before his. It is wonderful to have students at this school who are true stars. Great job Lucas P. and keep up the hard work!  posted by C. Stephens at http://www.rlyoung.blogspot.com/

Superintendent’s Art Show

Congratulations Brianna and Meghan
Fourth grade was represented well in the Superintendent's Art Contest.

Raymond L. Young had some wonderful artwork entered into the State Superintendent's Art Show. Our winners will compete at the district level. If they win, their work will be displayed at the show in Montgomery in February.

Photography Category

1st Place------- Briana K.

2nd Place--------- Meghan K.

3rd Place -------- Caitlyn L.

posted by: P. Thomas  http://www.rlyoung.blogspot.com/

Research Projects Due Monday, Dec. 12th

Don't forget your research projects are due on Monday.  Remember to save some pictures onto your flash drive.  We will be making a powerpoint in class next week.  Also, print out your report and save it on your flash drive as well.
I hope you are enjoying learning about the customs and traditions of other countries. 

Reading is Cool

 

Students who take at least one AR test and maintain an 85-89% comprehension earns a reading pass. These students are enjoying their reading pass. Students who take at least one AR test and maintain a 90-100% comprehension earns an AR Buck to be used to spend in the AR store.  Keep on reading!

"All American Tea Party"

The fourth graders welcomed Mrs. Millie Chastain today.  Mrs. Chastain was trained and certified by The Protocol School of Washington, the leader in etiquette and protocol services.  She spoke to us on the importance of Veteran's Day, Flag etiquette, and manners.  She also provided snacks and an American flag pin for us all. We salute Mrs. Chastain for her service and dedication to today's young Americans.  

Veterans Day Research Project Due Monday, Nov. 14th

Don't forget to be working on your research projects. 

Assignment Directions:
Must be 2 pages long.  You may hand write or type this report.  If you hand write it be sure to use your neatest handwriting and skip lines.  If you choose to type your report, use a size 16 font and double space.
The first page of your paper should include facts relating to Veterans Day including the history. 
DO NOT COPY WORD FOR WORD. THIS IS CALLED PLAGERISIM WHICH IS ILLEGAL!! Use your own words.

The second page can be a story told to you by a Veteran or someone who has a "war story" to tell.
Veterans Day is all about celebrating our soilders.  We salute you!

You may turn your projects in as you complete them.  The deadline is Monday, November 14th.  This assignment will be graded. 
Do your best on this project and try to get to know a veteran.

We had such a good time today at Fort Toulouse. I hope everyone enjoyed it as much as I did. This was a fun and educational field trip. Thanks to all the parents who were able to attend.

IMPORTANT

Parents, due to road construction, we will be leaving early for our field trip. Please meet in your child's classroom by 7:30am. The bus will leave at 7:40. Don't forget your drink!! Also, you may want to bring an umbrella.
PLEASE DON'T BE LATE!!! We are looking forward to a great trip.

Education Rocks 10-25-11

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Drug Awareness Week

Today "kicks" off our Drug Awareness Week.  The students dressed up like cowboys and cowgirls to "Give Drugs the Boot".

Field Trip

Our field trip to Frontier Days is on Thursday, Nov. 3! This is coming quickly. If you haven't returned the green field trip form and money, please do so by Friday, Oct. 21. There are two sides to the form, so please complete both sides.
Also, a yellow note is going home today with lunch and chaperone information. Please complete this and return this to school by next Thursday. If you need another form, click here.

We are excited about this field trip and are sure to learn a lot while we have fun!

4th grade presents

"Education Rocks"

Make plans to attend the PTO meeting which will be Tuesday, October 25th at 6:00pm. Fourth grade students need to report to their classroom by 5:45pm. The program will start promptly at 6:00pm.  

Reminder:
Field trip money and forms are due Friday, October 21st.  We cannot accept late forms or money.

Dolphin Tale

We all enjoyed watching Dolphin Tale on Friday. The movie was great. If you want to see Winter and learn more about Dolphins, visit this website:
http://www.seewinter.com/
http://seewinter.com/winter/media/webcam-3
http://www.ustream.tv/channel/4955455

October Happenings

*We have a PTO meeting on October 25th at 6:00pm.  Fourth Grade will be performing, so make plans now to attend.

*Our Fall Festival will be Thursday, October 27th.  We need volunteers to help work our booths.  We will be sending home a sign-up sheet for parents or grandparents who are willing to work a 30 minute time slot. 

Reminder: Picture Money

Just a reminder, if you wish to order your child's Fall pictures, the order form and money is due by Friday, October 7th.

Medal Ceremony

Congratulations to all of you who received a medal today.  Your hard work in 3rd grade paid off.

Bonus Points

Upon further reflection... the 5 bonus points given for submitting a book order doesn't really give everyone a chance to receive them. Therefore, I have given everyone who didn't submit a book order a chance for those 5 bonus points within the classroom. I will still give the 5 points that were promised to those who ordered. The next book order will not earn any bonus points, but books are still earned for our classroom every time someone orders. I appreciate your support and understanding.

Mrs. Wilson

Nouns Project

The Language project on "Nouns" is due on Tuesday, September 27. Students should cut out pictures from magazines, internet printouts, catalogs, or the newspaper and sort into 3 columns of nouns: persons, places, and things. Glue onto the paper sent from class. If they have lost their paper, they can see Mrs. Wilson for a new one. This assignment can be turned in ahead of time if finished.

Book Orders

The first book order of the year is DUE on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21st. This is a good way to buy books for your child because the classroom earns bonus points that can be used to buy more books! If you order, make checks payable to Scholastic Book Clubs. Money and form must be sent back to school by the due date. As an extra, students who order will receive 5 bonus points added to their Reading grade!


Also, we can always use more books for our classrooms. The books that are AR will have a level under the description. If you order books to donate to the classroom, please make a note of that when you send the order. If you need some help deciding which one to donate, ask your child to help you choose.


This is optional, but it's lots of fun. Happy Reading!

Student Receives Letter from President

Taylor H. decided to write a letter to the President of the United States. Her concern was the lack of storm shelters available in her area. Taylor received a letter back from the President expressing his admiration for  her concerns.  Way to go Taylor!

August Shining Stars

August Good Citizens:
Lamberth:  Ryland J.
Wison: Carolyn H.

Alex A. was selected as

"Star Student of the Week"

for the week of Aug. 26th.

Great Job Alex!

                                                                                                       

3D Cell Project

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Editable Animal Cells

Science Homework Assignment:
We are creating a "junk" cell to represent either a plant or animal cell. Your assignment is to make a three dimensional model of a plant or animal cell by gluing household items, such as pasta, foam peanuts, and yarn, to a piece of poster board. Choose either a plant or animal cell. Be sure to include all the parts of the cell and label them. Also remember to title your project either Plant Cell or Animal Cell.
This assignment is due on Tuesday, September 6th.

Young Scientist-- Cell Study

Fourth Graders are learning how to use microscopes!

We had a wonderful time looking at plant and animal cells through microscopes.

We examined an onion cell, cheek cell, hair follicle, and a blood sample. 

The students enjoyed themselves and learned a lot of information. 

I would like to give a special thanks to "Grammy" for helping assist with this project. 

I would also like to say thank you to my "camera lady" Mrs. Fran!

R.L. Young is a good place to learn and grow.

Fourth Graders are fabulous.  They are ready to learn. We have established our routine and we are following it nicely.   Just a reminder, we will have math homework everyday except Wednesday's and Friday's.  Make sure you check your child's planner everyday.  Thanks to all the parents and students for making our first week wonderful. 

Open House

It's time to ROCK ON into Fourth Grade!  Open House will be Thursday, August 11, from 4:30-5:00.  We will meet together in the music room (room across from 4th grade classrooms) before going to our homerooms.  Bring supplies, supply donation, and a smile!  We will have forms for the parents and a goody bag for the students.  The forms can be returned on the first day of school.  We look forward to meeting all of you!

Supply List

Supply List

3 pencils at ALL times
Loose Leaf paper at ALL times
Trapper Keeper type binder with at least 5 folders/sections and a pencil pouch
Crayons (24 pack)
Markers (10 count)
1 pack of white copy paper
1 mulit-pack of EXPO dry erase markers
Zippered pencil bag
2 containers of Clorox Disninfecting wipes
2 boxes of tissue
1 bottle of germ-X
1 box of band-aids
1 USB stroage drive (2 GB or more)  ***This can be the same one from last year****
Small dictionary to keep and use at home
$12. 00 supply donation
**NO ROLLING BOOKBAGS
**NO INDIVIDUAL PENCIL SHARPENERS
**NO SPIRAL NOTEBOOKS