Thursday, May 1, 2014

Important Note in Folder!

Dear Parents,
I’m writing in hopes of getting some feedback from you and your student about how things are going in fourth grade. We have been having a lot of problems in class in terms of being a good friend, a good listener, and being respectful to each other. I’ve noticed an increase in negative behaviors these last few weeks. It is clear that many students are upset and want our classroom climate to improve as much as I do.
I’m asking that you and your student write a letter explaining the strengths and areas that need improvement in our classroom. This should not include names but more behaviors and qualities that are helping and/or hurting our classroom. With this list, I will be working on an action plan to improve our classroom community. 
I would really like to end the year on a positive note. Hopefully, with these exercises and our month-long focus on kindness we can reach that goal.  
Respectfully,

                                                                                                Mrs. Cushman