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Elementary School: 4th Grade: Mrs. Huddlestun

"Zak's Lunch" Writing Awards

Picture Slideshow

by Mrs. Huddlestun | January 3, 2009

In early December, Zak's Lunch , by Margie Palatini, inspired the Fourth Grade students to add many supporting details to their expository writing.  This story was about a boy who did not want to eat a boring ham and cheese . . . read more

Accelerated Reading "A.R."

Picture Slideshow

by Mrs. Huddlestun | January 3, 2009

READ, READ, READ READ ANYWHERE! The students have been working hard to reach their Accelerated Reader (A.R.) goals.  Click on the link to view students enjoying their books:   Accelerated Reader . . . read more

Fairness Presentation

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by Mrs. Huddlestun | January 3, 2009

On December 15, 2008, University of Illinois Extension came to Chebanse Elementary to do a presentation on fairness .  Fairness means playing by the rules, rating everyone the same and using the same rules for everyone. We . . . read more

Bailee Schingel

Picture Slideshows (Updated 12/28)

by Mrs. Huddlestun | December 28, 2008

One of our students in Fourth grade (4C Homeroom), Bailee Schingel, was diagnosed with leukemia at the beginning of the summer.  She is currently receiving treatment at Advocate Hope Children's Hospital.  The 4C students . . . read more

Christmas Craft Day

Picture Slideshow

by Mrs. Huddlestun | December 28, 2008

On Craft Day, the Fourth Grade students had a wonderful time constructing "Let It Snow" penguin CD ornaments.  Little did we know, we would have our first "Snow Day" the very next day!!!     Christmas . . . read more

Fourth Grade Spelling Bee

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by Mrs. Huddlestun | December 28, 2008

All of the Fourth Grade students participated in a classroom Spelling Bee on Tuesday, December 16th.  Words were chosen from Spelling and Word Wall words learned throughout the year.  The competition within the individual . . . read more

Twas the Days Before Christmas

A 4C Homeroom Parody (Play)

by Mrs. Huddlestun | December 19, 2008

"A Visit from St. Nicholas" (also known as "The Night Before Christmas" and "'Twas the Night Before Christmas" from its first line) is a poem first published anonymously in 1823. It is largely responsible for the conception of . . . read more

4C Book Parade

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by Mrs. Huddlestun | November 24, 2008

In honor of Children's Book Week, the students worked on creating festive floats and displays to show which book they enjoyed reading.  On Friday, November 21, 2008, the Fourth grade students paraded through the halls of Chebanse . . . read more

Team Quest

Picture Slideshow

by Mrs. Huddlestun | November 1, 2008

The 10th Annual Team Quest Challenge was held at Milford Grade School, Sheldon Campus on October 24, 2008. Chebanse Elementary School was represented by a third and fourth grade team (see Mr. Earls' site for more info). Members from 4C . . . read more

4C Homeroom

by Mrs. Huddlestun | September 16, 2008

Welcome to Fourth Grade!   On this page, you will find pictures and slide-shows of various events that happen during the 2008-2009 school year.     Please click on the links below:   . . . read more

Weekly Newsletters

Updated Weekly!

by Mrs. Huddlestun | September 5, 2008

Please click on the links below to read the Fourth Grade weekly newsletters:   September 5, 2008  Welcome Back! September 12, 2008 September 26, 2008  Stanford Testing October . . . read more

Character Traits

Updated Monthly!

by Mrs. Huddlestun | August 25, 2008

Throughout the year, students are taught the six pillars of character:  respect, trustworthiness, responsibility, fairness, caring and citizenship.  One character trait is taught per month.  Students are recognized twice a . . . read more

Fourth Grade Student Writing Rubric

by Mrs. Huddlestun | August 25, 2008

Writing lessons are taught in a manner that promotes adherence to Illinois State Learning Standards:  STATE GOAL 3:  Write to communicate for a variety of purposes. The ability to write clearly is essential . . . read more

Fourth Grade Word Wall

by Mrs.Huddlestun | August 25, 2008

Fourth Grade Word Wall For each word listed below, students are tested on the spelling, pronunciation, and proper use in sentences.  Each quarter test will be comprehensive in nature.  Tests are are tentatively . . . read more

Fourth Grade Writing Process

by Mrs. Huddlestun | August 25, 2008

Fourth Grade Writing Process Brainstorming Purpose: to tap prior knowledge Example: graphic organizers, lists, outlines   Introduction Purpose: write an opening . . . read more

How is Spelling Taught?

by Mrs.Huddlestun | August 25, 2008

How is Spelling Taught?      Research in literacy development shows that the students benefit from purposeful, planned spelling instruction. The value of direct spelling instruction is critical to . . . read more

Questions or Concerns?

| August 25, 2008

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me via email: jhuddlestun@cusd4.org read more

Weekly Spelling Lists

Updated Weekly!

by Mrs. Huddlestun | August 25, 2008

Tests are given on the last day of the week, which is generally Friday.  In any shortened week (3-4 days), there will not be a practice pretest on Thursday.   Pretests do not need to be made up when a student is absent. . . . read more

All About Me

by Mrs. Huddlestun | August 21, 2008

I graduated in May 1997 from Northern Illinois University with a B.S. in Elementary Education and emphasis in Language Arts and Sociology.  I began my teaching career at my former grade school in Midlothian, Illinois as an Eighth . . . read more

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