Dear Fourth and Fifth Grade Families,

Thank you to those who joined me last Wednesday for our fall Curriculum Night. It was great to see you all, share what your children are learning and doing, and give you a brief glimpse into their day-to-day lives here at school.

Last week, the class finished their First Block of the year. This block brought them many enriching stories and legends about the Cherokee people and their way of life. The students worked diligently writing, summarizing, learning and reviewing grammar rules, developing spelling skills, and creating a broader understanding of the history of the land that we live on at the moment. We finished the block by learning about the Seven Cherokee clans. This lesson brought beautiful pictures and descriptions of the important role that everyone played in Cherokee society, including how these people cared for the land, for the animals, and for each other.

Our next block, Fractions, began this week. The students were greeted with a fun and educational activity on Monday - learning about fractions with brownies! The mathematical concepts of numerator, denominator, and fractions were introduced through practical examples. We will continue to delve into the world of fractions in the coming weeks.
Announcements and Reminders for Fourth & Fifth Grade:

For this block, we will have class most days on our forest platform. Please ensure your child is dressed appropriately for the weather by sending them with layers of clothing - the forest can be chilly in the mornings!
If you are willing and able, we would love to have a small stash of quick, packaged snacks that students can access if they feel like they need more food during the day. Thank you!

With Gratitude,

Ki Paulyna