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HOUR of CODE

Today, the students participated in HOUR of CODE.  This is part of National Computer Education Week.  The students participated in reading and writing computer code.  The students are turning into computer programers!  These skills are both high interest to students and also could lead to a career pathway in technology and computer engineering. 

Some of the students played minecraft programing Steve where to pick up and place minecraft blocks.  Other students programed BB-8 to roll around the screen.  A few students wrote a code to have Anna and Elsa skate around the screen creating snowflakes.  ALL of the students learned something and had fun.





If you would like to learn more about code, visit Code.org

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Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

Another field trip, this time to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.  THe students first participated in a program to learn how musicians tell stories through song.  The students (pictured) were telling the story of The Beatles "Yellow Submarine". 

After the program the class was given time to tour the rest of the museum.  Some of the favorites were Taylor Swifts sparkly dress and Beyonce outfits that were just to cool to describe.  While Mrs. Carney enjoy the good old fashioned Rock and Roll, the students explored old-fashioned guitars, interactive displays, and more.

Thanks to the chaperones for helping out with touring!

Our next trip in January is to the Aquarium!!

Hour of Code

Next week is National COmputer Science Education Week.  To honor this day, many organizations like CODE.org are hosting an "Hour of Code".  THis is an hour of time set aside for students to practice computer programming and coding skills.  These skills are both high interest to students and also could lead to a career pathway in technology and computer engineering.

In Room 203, the fourth graders will be participating in an "Hour of Code".  I already previewed the lessons with the students, and you can, too, at home.  This year, the lessons connect to favortie movie and video game characters. 

If you would like to learn more about code, visit Code.org

ZOOoOOoOooOoOOO

It was a great day at the zoo.  THe students loved seeing the  animals. We also learned about different animal adaptations and will continue those lessons in the classroom over the next few weeks. 

We have a few other field trips coming up, so look forward to those, soon!

 

One Stop Math Shop

Parent Survey

Parent Survey

Thank You parents for all you do to help.  We are a team!  As a teacher, I am always looking for ways that I can help you and your child with school.  Watterson Lake is committed to helping each child become a success story!

So that we may do our best and help your child do their best, I've designed a survey.  This anonymous survey will give me feedback on how YOU think we can help.  Just click the link to travel to Survey Monkey:

Watterson Lake Parent Survey 

Parents, Thanks again for all you do.

Informational Paragraphs

Students this week worked on reading informational text, taking notes, and then writing informational paragraphs.  The students then revised and editted their work before publishing it on a padlet.  The students added an image to help the reader with the text.  Great job students!  I love my 4th grade digital  creators!!!

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Columbus Blue Jackets Reading Challenge

This November, the students in room 203 are participating in a HOME READING CHALLENGE sponsored by the Columbus Blue Jackets.  This program encourages parents to get involved with reading at home.  All you have to do is reading for 20 minutes a night with your child at least 4 nights a week in NOVEMBER.  After Thanksgiving break, I will total the students who have turned in their slips.  I will submit the students names to the Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey Team and the students will receive a prize!  I hope all students are participating at home.

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Everyday Hero Padlet

Hello Class!  This weekend, talk to your family about everyday heroes!  Then, share your ideas on everyday heroes on the padlet.  On Monday, we will share the padlet with the class.

 

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Hale Farm

The students had a great experience at Hale Farm.  Visits were made to an old fashioned schoolhouse, a general store, a glassblower, a candle shop, a yarn maker, and more.  Students saw what it was like to live in the 1800's all while learning about economics.

Everyday Heroes: William and Elena

Today we watched videos about two inspiring Everyday Heroes. 

 

 

 

Elena Durón Miranda

 

 

 

Final Vokis

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Spooky Story Avatar Teasers

Check out our Spooky Story Avatar Teasers! 

The students have been busy writing spooky stories in class.  Out fictional stories are full or suspense, danger, and Halloween spooks.  To preview our stories the students created these speaking avatars.  Each avatar will tell you a little teaser about the spooky story they have written in class.  The students were so proud of their stories and their avatars. 

Here are the first six, I will try to post more tomorrow!!

 

One more Voki . . . .

Go, Go Go Noodle!!!

This year our class is using (and loving!)

GoNoodle — a fun and free website that helps get the wiggles out.

GoNoodle.com  has hundreds of movement games and videos that get kids dancing, running, jumping, stretching, deep breathing, and more. 

After the kids take a quick activity break with

GoNoodle, they’re able to really focus on learning.

Want to join in on the fun?

Go to www.gonoodle.com
 You can join as a student!

 

Math Facts

We are IMPROVING our Math Fact Fluency!!

Students in Room 203 have been working hard to improve their Math Fact Fluency. A few times a week the students are quizzed on Math Facts by a partner.  They keep a data sheet charting how many facts they can get in a minute.  (Our goal for fourth grade is 20 or more)

The students wrote their own goals and thought about how they could improve their scores. 

One way that students can improve their scores is by playing Math Games such as Math BINGO!

Here is a great website that helps students practice Math Bingo in a FUN and easy way!  This is also available as an app on your phone or iPad.

http://www.abcya.com/math_bingo.htm


 

#At10Dance

Watch us do the Whip and Nae Nae!!  We are celebrating attendance week by doing a little dance, an attenDANCE!!!  

#At10Dance 

First Day of School

Congratulations scholars, you made it past your first day of fourth grade!  (I knew you could do it!!!)

  Here's what we did today:

• We talked about Watterson Lake's 5 Rules.
• We made special nametag tents.
• We solved some challenging Math problems about our first day of school.
• We wrote cause/effect exit slips.
• We got TONS of forms to take home for our parents.

That's right parents ... you have homework tonight.  We need YOU to complete all of the forms that we sent home tonight.  I sent home an extra pen for you.  If students bring the completed forms tomorrow, they will get a prize.  (Yay!!!)

Ice Cream Meet and Greet

Hi Again!

This Friday, August 14, Watterson Lake and Waverly schools will be hosting an ice cream social.  This event will be a great time for you to meet our teachers and see the school.  You can also check out the recently renovated playground.  

Ice Cream Social

Watterson Lake School

Fri. Aug. 14

@ 4-6 pm

#get2schoolCLE

Watterson Lake and CMSD want YOU to get to school each and everyday.

When students miss school, it’s hard to come back. Having your student in class every day improves their chances for success and makes Cleveland a better place!

http://www.get2schoolcleveland.com/ 

First Day of School

Watterson Lake students, your first day back to school is August 17th.  Our new start time is 9:10.  Please plan to be to school on time!

School Supply List

Hello Families!  Here's this year's school supply list for Mrs. Carney's 4th Grade at Watterson Lake School.

1	Book Bag	3	Sturdy Folders
1	Pencil Pouch/Box	12+	Pencils
1	Box of 24 Crayons	1	Box of 8 Markers
1	Pkg. of Wide Ruled Notebook Paper	1	Box of Kleenex
2	Glue Sticks	2	Highlighters
1	Bottle of Hand Sanitizer	1	Pair of Scissors

Optional: Headphones or earbuds for use at classroom computers.

Supplies NOT permitted:

NO Binders of any kind – Our desks do not fit binders,

they will be sent home if brought into school.

NO Liquid Glue – This will be collected from students and not permitted in desks

NO Pencil Sharpeners (Hand Held) – Keep these for home use, please. 

Rulers, Colored Pencils, Highlighters, Scissors, and Ink Pens are also NOT necessary – Save these supplies for home. We will use group supplies for these items.