Fourth Grade: A Year of Collaboration & Ownership!
The fourth graders at Nolan are encouraged to think beyond basic application and develop a deeper understanding of reading, writing, and math concepts. Students are encouraged to take ownership of their learning through exposure to a rigorous curriculum that works to integrate science and social studies standards. Collaborative work, along with the use of Chrome Books, and dynamic instruction lead students to actively engage throughout the year. Students develop a sense of compassion as they interact with others and recognize the need for collaboration in accomplishing goals. Our goal is for students to increase their confidence and develop a sense of independence. Highlights of Fourth Grade include switching classes and having content area specialist teachers, Colonial days prior to Thanksgiving, field trips to the TN Aquarium and Booth Museum, Mushroom Rock hike, and hosting enrichment programs: Nature Center and Professor Gig-a-watt.
Jennifer Cisto
Joined the Nolan faculty in 2013
B.S., University of Tennessee, Chattanooga
B.A., Western Governors University
M.Ed., Western Governors University
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Jojo Brown
Joined the Nolan faculty in 2020
B.A., University of Tennessee, Knoxville
M. A., Lee University
Educational Specialist, Tennessee Technological University
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Heather Murphy
Joined the Nolan faculty in 2016
B.S., Athens State University
B.A., Freed-Hardeman University
M.Ed., Auburn University
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Sherry Johnston
Joined the Nolan faculty in 2000
B.S.E., Austin Peay
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Wendi Orenstein
Joined the Nolan faculty in 2018
B.S., East Tennessee State University
M.A., East Tennessee State University
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