August 2026
Dear Fourth Grader,
Welcome to a brand new school year! My name is Mrs. Raia and I will be your new classroom teacher in September. For the past 25 years I've taught either 3rd or 4th grade in Bridgewater. Fourth grade is filled with excitement and challenges. We will have fun adventures together learning many new things along the way.
I hope you are continuing to enjoy your summer vacation. I have been enjoying my time by reading, swimming, going to the lake or beach, and getting together with family and friends. I spent my weekends at Lake Wallenpaupak in Pennsylvania with my family and friends. It was so much fun! One of my sons recently graduated college and the other one is moving back to college. I am looking forward to meeting you and hearing about your summer activities when we meet up in September...so be ready to share!
I hope you read some wonderful books this summer! On the first several days of school, I will share some books read aloud with you. You will start sharing ideas and discussing experiences right away!
If you are planning to do any back-to-school shopping, I've made a list of suggested school supplies that you might consider. (Please see the list below OR on the Back-to-School Supplies Tab.)
I look forward to meeting you and working together to make fourth grade a memorable year. Enjoy the rest of your summer!
Smiles,
Mrs. Loree Raia
Back to School Supplies:
-Folder of your choice (Take Home Folder)
-Pencil case
Note:Students will keep their main classroom supplies (a pen, pencils, erasers, highlighter, dry erase marker, and old sock/cloth) in their pencil cases .
-Erasers
-Pencils
-2 pens (NOT blue or black ink)
-2 dry erase markers (NOT red)
-old sock or small cloth (for erasing student's white board)
- post-it notes
Note: Please DO NOT send in a binder. It will not be used and there is no room to store it.
Thank you in advance for your assistance in preparing your child for 4th grade.