We are beginning another new and exciting year of school.  We are looking forward to working with your child and helping them to enjoy the school year and become excited about learning. We are hoping you will want to assist us in providing a great education for your child.  The following is an overview of the Curriculum:

Reading: Four Blocks Model: Guided Reading, Self-Selected Reading, Writing, Working With Words, AF Books

Math: Saxon is our new Math series. Your child will learn through hands-on experiences, discussions, explorations, and oral-written practice. There will be a standard four - part format process for each lesson.
1. Meeting Board
2. Fact Practice
3. New Concept
4. Written Practice

Social Studies:  Elected Officials, Map skills, Hastings History, Current Events

Science: Characteristics of Living Things:  Plants and Animals Interact

Book Orders:  Scholastic Book Orders sent home throughout the year.

Evaluations and Assessment:
Portfolios:  Your child will need to have a binder with divider sheets.