Ellen M. Holowaty

4^th Grade Teacher

Ashland Elementary 570-875-2371

E-mail eholowaty@northschuylkill.net

Homework Helpline 462-3000 ext. 7267

I am a graduate of Cardinal Brennan High School. I received a Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education with a minor in music and a Master of Education Degree, both from Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania.

I have taught 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th and 6^th grades at the North Schuylkill School District.

I reside in the Ashland area with my husband Mike.

Classroom rules

1. Follow directions the first time they are given.

2. Raise your hand to be recognized before speaking.

3. Be prepared for class.

4. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.

5. Think, Learn, and Enjoy.

If a Student Chooses to Break a Rule:

1^st Time – Warning

2^nd Time – Ten minute time out in the classroom.

3^rd Time – Loss of recess and writing assignment explaining behavior.

4^th Time – Call parent that day to inform of misbehavior.

5^th Time – Send to principal.

Severe Disruption – Immediately send to the principal.

I follow the homework policy stated in the handbook. Three missed assignments during the month result in an after school detention. Students completing the month’s assignments are given a special reward. (Examples – treats, Friday movie, free time for game or puzzles, etc.).

4^th Grade Curriculum

Reading

- Harcourt Reading/Language Arts Program

- Our series is called “ Collections” and consists of 6 themes which expose students to a

variety of genres.

- Visit the learning site at www.HarcourtSchool.com

Social Studies

- McMillan/McGraw-Hill series

- Study of Pennsylvania History and Geography

- Field Trip to Harrisburg State Museum in the Spring incorporates topics that have been

covered.

Science

- McGraw-Hill/National Geographic Series

- Our textbook covers 3 units of study which include Life, Earth, and Physical Science

topics.

- Visit the learning site at www.mhscience02.com

Math

- Harcourt Pennsylvania Edition

- Our mathematics series is aligned to the Pennsylvania State Assessment Standards and

Anchors to help our students achieve on state assessments.

- Visit the learning site at www.HarcourtSchool.com

Vocabulary Olympics

- This is a program designed to expand the vocabulary of our students.

- Each marking period students are exposed to a new list of vocabulary words, prefixes,

suffixes, and root words.

- Encourage your student to study these words.