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| Mrs. Abshere | Mrs. Sweeney |
Introduction:
Mrs. Sheila Abshere
- California native
- Graduated magna cum laude with degree in english from U.C.S.B.
- Multiple subject and supplementary credential in english
- Phi Beta Kappa
- Married to a 4 th grade teacher! Mr. Abshere from Ellwood school
- 2 children who went to La Patera school, kindergarten through 6 th
- Over 20 years working for GUSD
Mrs. Laura Sweeney
- Grew up in Austria and Colorado
- Graduated from Colorado University Boulder
- Over 15 years of service in Goleta Union School District and 3 years in North Carolina
- Married with three children
Welcome to 4th Grade! There are many exciting and unique experiences for students to look forward to this year. We focus on meeting all students’ individual learning needs. We believe every child learns in his or her own unique way, and at his or her own pace. We strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe to take risks and try new things. Our classrooms are communities that support each other, learn from each other, and appreciate what each person has to offer. Students learn organizational skills to go along with the added responsibility of being in the upper grades.
Curriculum:
Language Arts
Wonders Language Arts Curriculum
Informational Texts: Scholastic News Storyworks
Core Literature: Island of the Blue Dolphins, By the Great Horn Spoon
English Language Development/Academic Language Development
Class Play (supporting reading, speaking, and listening standards)
Math
Bridges: Multiplication and Division Strategies (focus on understanding of place value and number sense), Addition and Subtraction Algorithms, Fractions & Decimals, Geometry, Measurement
Number Corner
Critical Thinking & Problem Solving
Use of Manipulatives to make sense of concepts
Science
NGSS
Social Studies
California State History Mission Project
Gold Rush Simulation
Homework:
Reading 30 minutes every night
Math practice
Reading and writing practice
Field Trips:
La Purisima Field Trip
Early CA dancing: Folklorico
SBCC Geology Lab
Lotusland Field Trip
Arroyo Hondo Preserve Field Trip
School Supply List:
Homework Folder
Pencils
Reusable Water Bottle
