Academics

Mr. Aurio and Mrs. Kanoho have been teaching 4th grade together since 2009. The Fourth Grade teachers believe in promoting independent learning in the classroom by creating an environment where we stress the importance of responsibility and taking initiative.  Students are expected to complete and prioritize tasks/assignments in a timely manner while maintaining accuracy.  All math percentages are graded on in-class assignments that students complete independently.  Mr. Aurio believes that in order to succeed in math there must be a strong foundation of previously learned skills that continuously build upon each other.  Mrs. Kanoho challenges her students to be complex thinkers and to practice critical thinking through a variety of lessons which include lots of peer collaboration as well as independent thinking.