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Jekyll Island Packing List

We are so excited about our upcoming trip to Jekyll. Please see the attached packing list for next week's trip.  Thanks so much!  The 4th Grade Team

Saltwater and Freshwater Habitats

During today's science lab, students observed similarities and differences between saltwater and freshwater habitats.  They analyzed the effect that saltwater has on freshwater plant species, as well as experimented with the buoyancy of various objects in both types of water.  Here are just a few photos of our fun in the lab!

 

 

Please also note that we will have a "biomes" vocab quiz next week (4/29), which will contain both science and social studies vocabulary.  Next week is an exciting week with both Jekyll and Field Day, so please remind your student to study for his/her vocab quiz as well.  Thanks so much for all that you do!

•Mountain—a land mass with great height and steep sides that is higher than a hill

1.Folded Mountain—a mountain of sedimentary rock made when 2 of Earth’s plates push together and wrinkle

2.Fault-Block Mountain—a mountain with sharp, jagged peaks that forms when 2 of Earth’s plates pull against each other and become brittle

3.Dome Mountain—a mountain that looks like an upside-down bowl and occurs when magma pushes up on the Earth’s crust, but is unable to break through

4.Volcanic Mountain—a mountain formed when molten rock, ash, and gases erupt through a vent in the Earth’s crust and pile up

•Desert—a very dry, often sandy area with little or no plant growth

•Island—a body of land that is smaller than a continent and is completely surrounded by water on all sides

1.Barrier Island—a long, narrow, sandy island that protects the mainland from storms and erosion (Jekyll Island is a barrier island.)

2.Volcanic Island—islands that are formed by underwater volcanic activity (The Hawaiian Islands are volcanic islands.)

•Grassland—a large area of land that is mainly covered by grasses and has very few trees or shrubs  

•Rain Forest—a thick forest of trees and heavy undergrowth that receives a large amount of rainfall throughout the year

1.Tropical Rain Forests—warm rain forests found near the equator that are known for their unique plant and animal species 

2.Temperate Rain Forests—forests that receive a large amount of rainfall, but do not have warm temperatures year-round (California redwood forests are examples of these.)

•Ocean—the huge expanse of salt water that covers approximately three quarters of the earth's surface.

•Adaptation—a process or trait that allows a plant or animal to be better suited to live in its environment 

•Endangered—describes a species of animals whose numbers are so low that it may one day become extinct

•Extinct—an animal species that no longer exists or has died out

•Habitat—a special place where a plant or animal lives  

Testing Continues Through Thursday

Thank you, parents, for the water bottles and snacks you sent in to be used during testing this week.  They are greatly appreciated!  Testing went well today and will continue through Thursday.  Please help your child be prepared for testing each day by putting them to bed on time each night, by serving a protein filled breakfast each morning, and by arriving at school at 8 each day.  Thanks again for all you do to help your children be the best they can be!

Spring Vacation

We are praying you have a safe and restful week away from school with your children. We look forward to seeing you back at school on Monday, April 7th.

"He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for His name's sake." Psalm 23:2-3

Awesome Parent Conference

Don't miss this incredible opportunity to learn more about social media and how you, as a parent, can encourage your children to use it safely.  This FREE event on April 15th is open to the public, so help spread the word to your family, friends and neighbors! 

"Snapchatting, Vining, & Tweeting, Oh My!" A Parent Conference about Raising Children in a Social Media World

Tuesday, April 15th, 6:30 pm, in the FPD Clark Fine Arts Center
For more information: 478.477.6505

Studies show that students as young as elementary school are using social media to communicate on a daily basis. With a multitude of social media apps, each with its own unique terminology, it is challenging for parents to keep up. To assist, First Presbyterian Day School is hosting a social media conference on April 15th  The evening will feature Emily Hodge, Interim Director of the University of Georgia Educational TechnologyCenter (ETC), and a panel of FPD students.  Hodge will discuss the various social media apps and how parents can encourage safe social media use while also setting a good example. The students will provide first hand knowledge and answer related questions.

 Hodge has been at the UGA ETC for ten years serving K12 schools in an instructional technology role. She has a master's degree from UGA in Instructional Technology and School Library Media as well as a bachelor's degree in Middle Grades Education. With her experience and education along with her role as mom to two little girls, Hodge understands the need for technology as well as digital citizenship education in today'sschools.

The event is complimentary and open to the public. It is a great opportunity for parents, grandparents, and teachers to learn more about social media and how students are using the technology.

Jekyll Island

Hi!  It was great to see so many of you at our parent meeting Monday evening!  If you were unable to attend, your child is bringing an information packet home to you today to review.  Please note that all parents who are interested in attending as chaperones must complete the form included in the packet and return it to your child's homeroom teacher by Wednesday morning, 3/19/14 in order to be entered in the parent drawing which will be done by Mrs. Putnal.  

We are looking forward to a wonderful trip with your children!!!  Blessings, The 4th Grade Team