4th Grade

Moving from the south side of campus to the North Wing marks a huge developmental milestone for our fourth grade students—new space, new teachers, and increasing student responsibility and autonomy. Our 4th graders demonstrate mastery of the academic skills introduced to this point, become confident with their opinions and emerging independence, and build agency to support their own learning. As part of this process, fourth grade teachers focus on a growth mindset and strengthening students’ resilience in the face of challenges, self-awareness and empathy for others, independent study habits, effective interpersonal communication skills, appropriate risk-taking, and academic and personal goal-setting.

Students’ thinking is deepened so they can make connections with curriculum and individually extend their explorations. Our inquiry-based academic program consists of an integrated, standards-based curriculum that focuses on California and promotes cultural competency and global citizenship. Students will experience a diverse group of authors, engage in critical thinking through both large and small group discussions, and develop classroom teamwork and collaboration.