FOURTH GRADE
SURVIVAL KIT
Mrs. Rihner
ROOM 29
2008-2009
Dear Parents,
Welcome to Fourth Grade! I’ve put together a packet that I hope will answer many of your questions about our classroom operating
procedure. I’ve tried not to overwhelm you with too much information as I know
the beginning of the school year can be hectic.
I’m looking forward to meeting many of you at the upcoming
Parent Orientation on September 25th at 6:45 PM. If we don’t get a chance to chat then, please
feel free to call me at school at 703- 494-9153 with any concerns or questions you might have.
I know that this year will be a wonderful, challenging one and with a strong partnership, your child will enjoy a successful
academic experience!
SUPPLIES
1 pack of loose-leaf paper
2 folders with pockets
1 package of #2 pencils
(no mechanicals)
2 red pens for checking
1 set of color markers
1 box of 24 crayons (larger boxes won’t fit in the desks)
one zippered plastic pouch
scissors
1 assignment book ($3.50 at school)
glue or glue stick (no weird colored stuff please)
one ruler (metric and standard)
colored pencils
one box of tissues
one roll of paper towels
one marble composition book
one bottle of antibacterial waterless hand cleaner
11:10-11:40 daily
Student lunch $2.10
Milk $.60
Desserts $.65
Make checks payable to
Prince William County Food Service. Include the student name and teacher name on the
face of the check to avoid error to your account. Checks should be given to me first
thing in the morning. Parents are welcome to join us for lunch anytime!
SPECIALISTS
P.E. Day 3, 6, 9, 12 1:45-2:30
p.m.
Art Day 4, 7, 11
1:45-2:30 p.m.
Music Day 1, 5, 8 1:45-2:30
p.m.
Library Day 2,10 1:45-2:30
p.m.
French Even and Odd 9:45
– 10:30 a.m.
Calendar Dates to Remember
September 25 Parent Orientation (parents only please)
October 8
Interims sent home
November 2 End of first grading
period
November 6
Conference Day
Tentative Dates for Field Trips and Special Stuff
Egg Drop October
Mount Vernon
November
Planetarium December
Science Day March
Richmond Field Trip
May
Homework Policy
Homework
will be assigned each night except Fridays. Homework
may include studying spelling
words or multiplication facts, reading from our
current trade book, reading
journal entries, or practice worksheets in
Math, English, or Spelling.
Homework
will be checked and graded. I will expect the homework
to be completed by the following
morning. Any assignments still
incomplete by the end of
the grading period will result in a zero. Any late
assignments will result
in one drop in letter grade.
Beginning with
the third grading period, late work will no longer
be accepted.
Long
term projects will not be accepted after three days unless prior
arrangements
have been made.
Assignment books will be
filled out daily. Please check these
books each day with your child. The Lion folder will be used to transport
papers home each afternoon. Graded papers on the left side of the folders
should be discussed and removed. Homework papers on the right side
need to be completed and returned in the Lion
folder the following day.
RULES OF CONDUCT
I have three general rules for behavior that keep the class running in a
smooth, productive manner.
1. When the teacher is talking, the student is
listening.
2. Raise your hand to talk.
3. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
Additionally, I try to impress on the students the importance of
treating each other with respect and courtesy.
Friday Pencils
Students will receive a pencil every Friday that reports on that week’s
conduct and work habits. A pencil with no check
marks and a sticker
will mean your child has had no problems in either area.
If the pencil
has checks, please take a moment to review it with your child and ways
to improve. I regard these pencils as an excellent
opportunity for us to
communicate about possible problems and work together toward solutions.
Special Requests:
1. Complete your emergency card and return A.S.A.P.! If at any time during the year a change occurs, please let the office know.
2. If you would be interested in helping in our
classroom this year, please fill out the attached form and return to me.
3. Contact me with any concerns. I know we can work together. Keep the lines of communication open and
please come to me with your questions!
Thanks in advance,
Roberta Rihner
Room Parent ____ Baked Goods ____
Field Trips ____ Emergency Phone Tree____
Sharing Interests with Students in Presentation____
Special Interest Topic________________________________________________
Name_____________________________ Child’s
Name_____________________
