ELA
Do students get daily ELA homework?
Students will get ELA homework on Monday through Thursday. No homework on Fridays.
What math program will we use this year?
Envision Math
What is the name of the Health Program?
The Great Body Shop?
How many grandchildren does Ms. Schreck have?
4
What is the best way to communicate with the 4th grade teachers?
The best way to reach us is through ClassDojo and email. We will also post reminders on Google Classroom.
How do I know if there is an upcoming test or what homework assignments my child has for ELA?
Homework assignments and test reminders will be posted on the Google classroom stream.
Will homework be given daily?
Yes, homework will be given almost every day.
What is the name of the Science Program?
Mystery Science?
Who are the 3 inclusion teachers working with the fourth grade this year?
Ms. Alvaran
Ms. Schreck
Mr. Wendolowski
Can my child bring in a treat for his/her birthday?
Absolutely
What percentage of the ELA grade is based on tests?
Reading Grade Consists of:
Tests - 35%
Quizzes - 25%
Projects- 20%
Classwork & participation - 15%
Homework - 5%
Where can I see my child's grades?
Infinite Campus
Is homework given daily in social studies & science classes?
On occasion
How many years has Mrs. Hojnowski taught at Cordero?
33 years
What time is my child marked late?
School opens at 8:30 am. Students are marked late after 8:45.
How can I review my child's reading tests?
Go to the "assignments" section of Benchmark Advance. This can be accessed through the Clever platform.
What mathematical skill is the foundation for 4th grade math?
multiplication
What is one fun way the students are taught in science, social studies and health?
Projects
What hot beverage does Mrs. O'Flaherty love to drink?
tea
Can my child get school breakfast and/or lunch?
Absolutely!
What are the components of my child's ELA curriculum?
Reading comprehension
Vocabulary
Grammar
Phonics
Writing (Reading Response, Opinion, Expository & Narrative)
What components make up my child's math grade?
tests = 35%
quizzes = 25%
projects = 20%
homework = 5%
participation = 15%
What are some of the topics taught in social studies this year?
New Jersey
Government
How did Mrs. Lopez get her dog Petunia?
Mrs. Medina (2nd grade teacher) gave her the dog.
What is the Cordero uniform?
Cordero top, Khaki bottoms