The transition from lower to upper elementary is an exciting, yet daunting one, for our 4th grade students.  Your child might often feel as though he can’t possibly fulfill the requirements in the upper elementary classroom, yet I see it time and again, as soon as he understands the expectations and has time to normalize, he finds he can do hard things.

Fourth grade is a big step.  Not only are students leaving the comfort of their classroom, they are leaving beloved friends, and teachers, behind as well.

As our sixth week of school comes to an end,  our 4th grade students have grown so much.  Unsure what to do when she enters the classroom, she now begins her day by making a plan.   Nervous about making new friends, she confidently explores new games on the playground.  Excited to learn new things, she now shows her progress by helping those who may need an extra lesson.

My third year of teaching brings insight, experience and joy as I see how far my students, your children, have come in three years.  The growth between 4th and 6th grade is phenomenal.  Once timid and unsure, sixth grade students are confident and ready to lead.

The “end of normalization”, by no means, draws a definitive line between not-knowing and knowing, but it is a time when we can stop, take a deep breath, and celebrate how far we have already come.

Please make an appointment to hear your child’s progress, see personal goals, and discuss any questions you might have October 12-14.  You can sign up for a 25 minute conference at the following link.

Happy Autumn Equinox!