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"The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even heard, but must be felt with the heart." ~ Helen Keller
Welcome to Mrs. Milito's website. This website will be used as a tool, to help keep students up to date on major assignments and upcoming events. I hope it will prove to be a valuable tool for us to bridge the gap between home and school. Please remember that this website is not to be viewed as a replacement for the homework assignment book. The students still must take responsibility for writing down the assignment in their assignment book and bringing the proper books. Please request to see the assignment book everyday to help promote organization and excellent study habits.
About Mrs. Milito: I have been teaching at Millington for 11 years. I started out as a fifth grade teacher at Millington Elementary School and then I moved into the fourth grade. I recently graduated from Kean University with a Master's in Special Education. I will be raising the bar this year in order prepare your child for the future. I am looking forward to working with your children throughout the school year.
To Reach Me:
Please feel free to contact me at (908) 647-2312 Ext. 2287 or by email at nmilito(@)longhill.org
Expectations:
Students should always try their best on every assignment
Students should complete all homework in pencil only, unless otherwise noted
Students should refer to their assignment book daily
Students are expected to complete assignments neatly and on time
Students should try an assignment first before asking for help
Parents should supply a quiet work environment, praise, help, and support
Weekly Specials:
Monday: Art 2:20 - 3:05
Tuesday: Gym 10:15 - 10:50
Wednesday: Gym 10:15 - 10:50
Thursday: Music 10:25 - 11:00
Friday: Library 2:30 - 3:10
Homework:
Spelling:
Monday - 3x each for all 25 words
Tuesday - 10 fabulous sentences
Wednesday - Choice Activity
~10 Ransom Words, OR 10-15 Word Search, OR 15-20 Word Unscramble
Thursday - ABC order and Study for Friday's Spelling Test
Friday - Spelling Test (No spelling homework)
*If there is a short week or a special event taking place on Friday, the homework assignments and test may change.
Science:
Social Studies:
We will be learning about New Jersey and the important events that took place in New Jersey.
Language Arts:
We have a new reading series with many new interesting stories to read. We will also learn how to become better writers throughout the year.
Important Dates and Assignments:
Calendar 2011 - 2012:
- September 8, 2011: First Day of School
- September 29, 2011: Rosh Hashanah - No School
- October 10, 2011: Institute Day - No School
- November 7th - 9th: Conferences - Four-Hour Sessions
- November 10th-11th: NJEA Convention - No School
- November 23, 2011: Four-Hour Session
- November 24th-25th: Thanksgiving Recess
- December 23, 2011: Four-Hour Session
- December 26th - January 2nd: Winter Recess
- January 3, 2012: School Reopens
- January 16, 2012: School Closed
- February 16th - 20th: Presidential Weekend - No School
- April 2nd - April 9th: Spring Recess
- April 10, 2012: School Reopens
- May 28, 2012: Memorial Day - No School
- June 20, 2012: Four-Hour Session for Students
- June 21, 2012: Last Day of Classes - Four-Hour Session for Students
D.I.R.T.:
D.I.R.T. is mandatory! Students should read for 20 minutes every night. They take out books from our library every Friday. Our goal is to read at least 100 minutes a week. Please keep track of any extra reading your child is participating in. It could be their book report, internet reading, even news paper articles. Happy Reading!
*D.I.R.T. is to be handed in with a parent signature every Tuesday!
Scholastic Book Orders:
I will send the scholastic book orders home every month except during the Book Fair months and the last month of school. Please make sure if your child wants to order something, it is correctly filled out and the check is for the correct amount. Also, no cash please.
Mission for the Class:
A positive, safe environment is always the best. I believe that every student should have the opportunity to succeed and be challenged. We all have our strengths and weaknesses and it is my job to show the students how to build on their strengths and improve on their weaknesses.
Useful Websites for Additional Help:
Math Language Arts Other
Fun Brain Math Macmillan McGraw Hill Reading U.S. Information
Cool Math Grammar Help States Information
Math Fact Cafe
Envision Math
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