Students in Grade Four have a daily Reading class and a daily English that is taught by one of the three homeroom teachers. Language Arts skills are embedded in the special theme units that are an important part of the 4th grade's integrated Language Arts program. In addition, students meet weekly to discuss Literature books. Accelerated Reading, an independent reading supplement, is another facet to compliment our Language Arts Program. Language Arts skills are also woven carefully into all areas of the curriculum as students continue to develop research skills in the content area subjects.
Students have a weekly Study Skills class with Mrs. Jean Ann Sexton which incorporates writing and speaking skills into the students' work during each class period. Every student also meets with Mrs. Maria Bolanz once a week for Spanish class.
The curriculum maps for Reading and English overlap to include the writing, speaking and listening that is done in both subjects. The work done in Spelling class is covered on the curriculum map for English.