Fourth Grade
TheTeal Bears:

MY INTENTIONS FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR:
The Teal Room will work to be a place where students are encouraged to learn and grow in a safe environment. We will work on developing self-awareness in each student and the importance of a positive attitude. We will also work together as a team to ensure each child has the best opportunity to learn.

HOMEWORK EXPECTATIONS & PROCEDURES:
Homework is generally given out on Mondays and is due on Fridays. Periodically throughout the year there will be daily assignments as well.

SPECIAL CLASSROOM ACTIVITIES:
The Teal room students will learn to play a musical instrument each year. For P.E. We will run each week as well as participate in an activity. We will have sharing, current events and cooking each week. Our students will develop their typing skills and engage in our center activities. Each student will also participate in community service projects.

TEACHER PROFILE- Jackie McGarry
I have been working at Rainbow of Knowledge since 1997. I started out working part-time in the office and eventually became the office manager. I began teaching in 2001. I graduated from SJSU with a BA in History. I enjoy all sports, but especially softball and soccer. I am also a big San Fransisco Giants fan. I have two wonderful children who I enjoy spending time with. We love going to the movies and out to eat.

THE BEARS:
We have chosen the bear as our mascot because it teaches us the importance of introspection. It tells us to pay attention to how we think, act, and interact. Bear teaches us how to make choices from a position of power.


FIELD TRIPS
    
                
Sacramento
Sea Odyssey
Tech Museum
Mission
Coyote Point Museum
Pumpkin Patch
Childrens Theatre

THEMES
Technology
Publishing
Animals
Ocean
The U.S.
The World
Rain Forest
Integrity
Caring
Self-Esteem
Attitude
Responsibility
Respect






Classroom Content

Mornings:
Afternoons:
     Yoga Centering
     Science
     Reading
     Health
     Language Arts
     P.E.
     Journal Writing
     Music
     Math
     Lifeskills
     Social Studies
     Computers
     Centers
     Arts & Crafts