To Give Each Child:

Security in learning, the ability to think, self-reliance, understanding of what he/she is learning, and knowledge of the purpose of that learning; good study habits, love of reading and math, a pleasurable learning experience.

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Language:​

Ability to find and use parts of speech in sentences, and to know definitions: ability to find and write the Subject (simple, complete, compound), the Verb (transitive, intransitive, linking), the Direct/indirect object, Phrases (adjectival/adverb), Clauses (adjectival, adverbial, noun); learn diagramming; learn and use Types of Sentences: Simple compound, complex; Declarative, interrogative, imperative. Verbs: Principal parts, Tenses, Forms and Voice; Punctuation/ capitalization; Write letters.

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Math:​

Learn fractions: Properties (+,-,x,-); Mixed Numbers, Improper Numbers, reducing; LCD; Decimals: Properties, Change to fractions. Percentages: Change to decimals/fractions, problem solving. Roman Numerals (1 - 1,000). Measurements: Liquid/dry, Metric, Estimating/average. Plotting graphs. Geometry: Polygons; Angles; Lines, rays segments; Congruent/similar; Circles. Math Identities: Associative, Commutative, Distributive, Additive multiplication.

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Reading:

Achievement of the following: read rapidly and rhythmically with expression on grade level; remember every detail of what is read; organize the material read; evaluate the material read; know all parts of speech; understand the tenses of verbs and use them correctly; understand paragraphing; write compositions using paragraphing; use the following punctuation marks: period, question marks, comma, quotation marks, exclamation marks; express oneself fluently either orally or in writing; enlarge speaking and reading vocabulary by a thousand words; concentration; good study habits; self-reliance; learn to use reference books; develop a desire to read; develop a taste for good literature; recite twenty poems.

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Spanish:​

Expressions, tenses, vocabulary, reading, writing, and answering questions.

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History:​

Ability to recognize post revolutionary history, presidents; explorers and inventors; famous Americans and events.

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Geography:

Identification of states, capitals, and maps of the world, hemispheres, time zones, projections; usage of keys; interrelationships of regions.

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Science:​

Understand water cycle, planets, food chain, atmosphere, surface tension, molecules, levers; learn about the human skeleton, cells, circulation; relationship of electricity and magnetism; common chemicals; attend scientific field trips.

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Art:​

Appreciate impressionists, learn famous paintings and artists; practice drawing, painting, sculpture.

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Physical Education:​

Participate in organized games and learn good sportsmanship.

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Social Studies:

Developing knowledge and skill in history, geography, culture, economics, civics, and government. We also focus on people and their interaction with others and the world in which they live. Our students gain a better understanding of their country and its regions.

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Attitude Development:

While discussing Carden Standards of Living, the student is helped to develop the ability to function without self-consciousness in the presence of classmates and adults. Accept responsibility for learning, make individual contributions to group discussions, and bring from home resource information when pertinent to discussions. Praise the work of others, accept constructive correction, have a calm demeanor, and have a sense of security in the learning experience. Display kindness and respect to others, always.

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International Day:

Friday, April 12, 2024