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Hello! I'm Ms. Arnold, and I’m absolutely delighted to be starting my fourth year teaching 4th grade! My journey began with a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, but it didn’t take long for me to realize that my true calling is in the classroom, helping young minds grow.

Before I found my home in 4th grade, I spent four wonderful years as a Montessori Teacher's Assistant for grades 1-3.  I then had the privilege of working in the Special Education Department of Lake County for another four years, where I dedicated myself to helping students navigate their day. 

Teaching 4th grade has been an absolute joy, and I love every moment of it. There’s nothing quite like the excitement and curiosity that fills our classroom each day. I’m so excited to start this new school year and can’t wait to embark on another incredible journey of growth and learning with my students!
 
In addition to my passion for teaching, I’m also a proud mom of three amazing kids—a Junior and a Freshman at Carmel Catholic High School, and a 6th grader. Our family wouldn’t be complete without our white miniature schnauzer, Miko. We love spending time outdoors, whether we’re hiking, biking, swimming, or enjoying all kinds of watersports. Family adventures are a big part of our lives, and I bring that same sense of fun and exploration into my classroom!
 
I’m so lucky to have the support of two wonderful teacher's aides, Susan Broken and Andrea Graham. Their expertise and commitment are truly invaluable, and I couldn’t be more excited to have them as part of our classroom team. Together, we’re ready to make this year a fantastic one for our students!
 
If you would like to donate to  my classroom please visit our Classroom Wishlist Link on my homepage.  Cheers to an amazing year!!
 
Sincerely, Ms. Arnold 
 
 

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Monday, October 13, 2025

Reminders: 
Please check your child's backpack for a copy of their IREADY results. 
 
Homework:
 
Math: 
 
Finish Chapter 3 Review pages 185-187. (We worked on this all of math class, most of it should be complete.)
 
Chapter 3 test tomorrow.
 
Spelling: None 
 
Reading:  Please continue to work on your book report.  
 

THANK YOU!

A major thank you to Mrs. Likus for donating 4 awesome board games for our classroom.   The kiddos were super excited to try them during fun Friday today!
 
Another major thank you to Mrs. Doherty for donating supplies for our Science classes!

Week At A Glance - October 13 - October 17

Reminders:
Wednesday, October 15th - $1 Dress Down sponsored by Student Council for Breast Cancer Awareness.

Wednesday, October 15th - Field Trip Permission Slip and $7 are due.

Wednesday, October 15th - SJSPA will sponsor their annual pumpkin patch. Fourth Grade will have the opportunity to visit the pumpkin patch in the morning. Please note that your child will be bringing a small pumpkin home on this day.
 
Thursday October 16th:  Parent Teacher Conferences
Friday, October 17th:  No School

Math: 
This week, we will review Chapter 3 and take the Chapter 3 test. 
Monday: Chapter 3 Review
Tuesday:  Chapter 3 Test
Wednesday: Fun Math Activity
 
Objectives: 
Students will demonstrate their understanding of the connection between multiplication and division, as well as the properties of multiplication and division.
 
Reading/Language Arts: 
**The October book report is due Thursday, October 30.**  
Due to the short week, we will be working on a reader's theater during our Reading/Language Arts block. Students will be split into groups to practice and then perform for their peers on Wednesday.
 
Objective:
Students will read and perform a reader's theater script aloud, using expression, pacing, and tone to convey character and meaning, while collaborating with peers to present a polished performance.    
 
Spelling:
No spelling unit this week due to the short week. We will resume our regular spelling routine next week.
 
Science:
PUMPKINS!!! - Please be on the lookout for a donation slip - students signed up to bring 1 item for our super sweet pumpkin treat.
 
4B - Students will sign up for an item on Monday, October 13.
 
Religion:
Unit 1 Session 7: The Beatitudes
 
Objectives: 
Explain that we help build up the Kingdom of God by living out the Beatitudes. 
Identify how we can practice the Beatitudes in our own lives.
 
Social Studies: 
We will begin Unit 2: Lesson 4: A Tour of the Northeast - Essential Question: What is it like to live in the Northeast region, and how does it compare to my own?

Supplies Needed

4A - Howdy!!  Please be on the lookout for this note coming home today.  Your student volunteered to bring in 1 item that is needed for our super special "Pumpkin Pie" treat 

 

Student Name: ____________________________________

Dear Parent/Guardian,

Your child has offered to bring in an item for our  “Pumpkin Pie in a Bag,” class snack project!  The item is listed below.

__________________________________________________

Please send this item to school by October 20th.

Thank you for helping our classroom!

Signature (Parent/Guardian): ___________________________

Thursday, October 9, 2025

Homework:
 
Math:  Chapter 3 Lesson 6 My homework pages.
 
Spelling: None
 
Reading:  Please keep reading for your book report that is due October 30, 2025!

Wednesday, October 8, 2025

Homework:
 
Math: Chapter 3 Lesson 5 My homework pages.  Most students finished this in their 80 minute math class. 
 
Reading:  Book report due October 30th. 
 
Spelling:  None. 

Monday, October 6, 2025

Homework:
 
Spelling: None
 
Reading:  Make sure to find a book for your book report.  Please don't leave it until the last week. :)
 
Math:  Check My Progress and AM I ready sheet. 
(Most students worked on this in class, some had to finish at home.)

Week At a Glance 10/6 - 10/10

Math: 

This week we will review lessons 1-4 and take a quiz.  Additionally we will cover Chapter 3 Lessons 5-7

Monday: Chapter 3 Lessons 1-4 Review

Tuesday:  Chapter 3 Lessons 1-4 Check My Progress

Thursday: Chapter 3 Lesson 5 - Multiplication Properties and Division Rules 

Friday: Chapter 3 Lesson 6 - The Associative Property of Multiplication 

Objectives: 

Students will use multiplication properties and division rules.  

Students will use the Associative Property of Multiplication to solve problems. 

Reading/Language Arts: 

**The October book report is due Thursday, October 30.**  

This week we will complete Unit 1 Week 6 - Project Based  Inquiry

Students will develop and conduct a research plan to write a brochure designed to convince readers that a particular place in the community should be designated as a historic landmark.  

Objectives:  

Students will work collaboratively with others to develop a plan of shared responsibilities. 

Conduct short research projects that build knowledge through investigation of different aspects of a topic. 

Develop and follow a research plan. 

Spelling - No spelling unit this week. 

Science:  PUMPKINS!

Religion:  Unit 1 Session 6: Jesus' Law of Love 

Objectives: Learn how Jesus encourages us to follow his word.

Social Studies: Please see Mrs. Baysore's (Mrs. Aeono's) page. 

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

Homework:
Spelling: Spelling sheet page 10. Study for test tomorrow. 
 
Math: Pages 151-152
 
Reading: Reading test tomorrow. 
 

Monday, September 29, 2025

Thank you to all of the parents who donated pumpkins to our science unit!
 
Homework:
Spelling:  5 spelling definitions and write your words 2x each. (Students worked in class and most should be finished.) 
 
Math:  Chapter 3 Lesson 1 My homework pages.
 
Reading:  Book report due on October 30th.
Reading test on Thursday. 

Week at a Glance - 9/29 - 10/3

Reminders:

Friday, October 3rd - No School for Students

Math: 

Chapter 3, Lessons 1-4

Monday: Lesson 3-1: Relate Multiplication and Division

Tuesday:  Lesson 3-2: Relate Division and Subtraction 

Wednesday: Lesson 3-3: Multiplication as a Comparison

Thursday: Lesson 3-4: Compare to Solve Problems

Friday: No school 

Reading/Language Arts: 

**The October book report will be handed out on Monday, September 29th.  A copy of the instructions can be found on google classroom. The book report is due Thursday, October 30.** 

Unit 1 Week 5 - "Barbed Wire Baseball" by Marissa Moss 

Genre - Biography

Weekly Question:  How can people influence the places where they live? 

Vocabulary: descent, internment, desolate, diverted, spectators

Writing: Personal Narrative

**Students will have their weekly Reading Comprehension test on Thursday.  This test will not be an open-book test.  Please take the time to study and re-read the story if needed. The audio version of the story is posted in google classroom.

Spelling - Prefixes mis-, en-, and em- (Prefixes are word parts that are added before a base word.  The spelling of the base word does not change.)

Please study daily for your test on Friday.

Monday:  5 definitions and write your words 2 times each

Tuesday: Spelling Choice

Wednesday: Spelling Sheet

Thursday: Spelling Test 

Friday: No school 

Science:  Chapter 3 Lesson 1 - What is Motion?

Religion:  Unit 1 Session 5: Celebrating Ordinary Time

Social Studies: Please see Mrs. Baysore's (Mrs. Aeono's) page. 

Wednesday, October 24, 2025

**I am still in need of 4-5 more medium to large sized pumpkins. 
Thank you so much to all those who have donated already!
 
Reminders:  No school on Friday. 
 
Homework:
 
Math:  Chapter 2 Review - pages 119-123
Chapter 2 Test tomorrow.
 
Spelling:  Spelling Sheet
U1W4 Test tomorrow
 
Science:  Use study guide, chapter review and flash cards to prepare for the Chapter 2 test tomorrow. 
 
Reading/LA: Life at the Top test tomorrow. 
Word Study and Vocabulary Test tomorrow. 
 
Band missed writing: Please complete the 5 sentences on hyperbole. 

Monday, September 22, 2025

Homework:
 
Math:
CMP pages 105-106 - if not finished in class. 
 
Chapter 1 Lessons 5-7 check my progress is coming home today.  Students need to make corrections and return it to me. 
 
Spelling:  Chose 5 spelling words and write the definition, the part of speech, and a sentence.