Mrs. Angie Eads
Teacher: Mrs. Angie Eads
17 Years of Experience
B.A. in Education from Bowling Green State University
Grade: Fourth Grade Homeroom
Subjects: Math, Religion, Health & Computer (Grade 4); Languages Arts: Reading, English, and Spelling (Grades 4-5)
Advisor To: K-Kids Club
Email: aeadssjs@yahoo.com
Voicemail: 988-4244 x307
My philosophy of education is to make my lessons as engaging as possible, while still challenging a variety of ability levels. I use humor and stories about myself, family, and friends so my students can get to know me, as I get to know them.
RELIGION
Fourth graders learn about Scripture, the Ten Commandments, the sacraments and liturgy, prayer, and Christ’s ministry. We use a lot of role playing, group projects, and other creative projects.
ENGLISH
We will be using the Shurley Method, which teaches students jingles to help them learn the parts of speech. It also focuses on how to write more descriptive sentences. Writing assignments will also part of a student’s grade.
READING
We will be reading fiction and nonfiction stories from our textbook as well as poetry, novels, and other types of of literature. We will also focus on comprehension, fluency, and answering higher level questions. Vocabulary is also part of this class. In addition to classwork, students will read books on their own. A book report or AR quiz should be completed when the student is finished reading. Fifth graders are required to read one AR book each quarter, and fourth graders are required to read two books per quarter. If the score is not a passing one (8/10 or better) an additional book may be read to replace that score. Students can earn two extra credit points for each additional AR book read. No more than ten points extra credit can be earned per quarter.
MATH
We will be using the Saxon math textbook this year. This book uses spiral review to reinforce lessons previously taught. There will be math homework nearly every night. This is also true for Fridays. A review sheet will be provided prior to the test, also to be completed for homework. Tests will be given every fifth lesson.
SPELLING
There is no spelling textbook so list words will be distributed on the first day of the week and tested on the last day of the week. Two dictated sentences comprised of list words and previous list words will also be given.
HEALTH
We learn how social, physical, and emotional health are all related to each other and that making good decisions can also effect health. Other topics that are covered are nutrition, physical fitness, safety, and disease prevention.
SCHEDULE:
- Monday – Library
- Tuesday – Physical Education
- Wednesday – Computer & Art
- Thursday – Junior Great Books & Music & Spanish & Quest
- Friday – Keyboarding
NOTE: 4th grade social studies is taught by Mrs. Frank in the 5th grade homeroom. 4th grade science is taught by Mrs. Trigilio in the science lab.