Dear Fourth Grade Families,
                                                               

 Welcome to fourth grade!  Fourth grade students may look forward to an exciting and enriching year filled with many opportunities for personal and educational growth.  Often viewed as a transitional year between the primary grades and middle school, fourth grade is filled with new challenges and opportunities as students are encouraged to learn to express and develop individual learning styles and independent work habits. 

As stated in the Chester School District mission statement, the educational experience in fourth grade continues to promote an atmosphere of learning that will nurture students and assist them in achieving personal success by acquiring the essential skills and qualities of a life-long learner.  Curriculum development as well as teaching tools and techniques are continuously under review and analysis.  New Hampshire state goals as well as national standards are incorporated into all areas of instruction.

By paying particular attention to current research, educational findings, and reflective analysis of programs, we further our commitment to providing our students with the best possible education. 

The fourth grade teachers encourage you to take an active role in your child’s education.  We believe that strong communication between home and school is a key element to your child’s success. Please feel free to contact us via voice mail, e-mail, daily planners or other forms of written communication.  We value your input and will make every attempt to contact you in a timely manner.  Through open communication and cooperative effort of home, school, and community, together we will promote the best possible learning environment for your child. 

We look forward to getting to know you and your children during the school year!

Sincerely,

The Fourth Grade Team