Candice Nicholson (Jackson) recaps the exciting happenings at Husky Howl, celebrating student progress, new curriculum launches, and important school updates. This episode spotlights classroom highlights, shares useful tips for upcoming assessments, and introduces key school traditions.

In this episode of Paws and Progress, Mrs. Nicholson welcomes our new class gecko, Paws, and reviews this week’s Eureka Math lessons: comparing and ordering numbers; exploring patterns with 10 more/10 less, 100 more/100 less, and 1,000 more/1,000 less; and learning to round numbers. With Paws cheering us on, we’ll practice together and get ready for more place value work next week.

In this episode of Pause and Progress, Mrs. Nicholson brings families and scholars up to speed on all the exciting learning taking place in the classroom while sharing important reminders for the weeks ahead.

In this episode of Paws and Possibility, Mrs. Nicholson guides her fourth-grade friends at The School at Marygrove through Eureka Math Module 1, Lesson 3. We’ll explore how to compare multi-digit numbers using our place value superpowers. Together, we’ll review the day’s lesson, practice interactive examples, and get ready for more math adventures tomorrow!

In this episode of Paws and Possibility, Mrs. Nicholson helps fourth graders review Eureka Math Module 1, Lesson 4. We’ll explore how to round multi-digit numbers to any place using place value understanding. Together, we’ll practice rounding to the nearest ten, hundred, and thousand so you can make quick estimates like a math pro! Join Mrs. Nicholson as she unpacks rounding strategies from Eureka Math Module 1, Lesson 4. We'll practice rounding multi-digit numbers to any place while boosting your math confidence with step-by-step examples and interactive challenges!

In the second episode of Paws and Progress, Mrs. Nicholson helps her fourth-grade friends review today’s math lesson. Together, we’ll explore Eureka Math Module 1, Lesson 2, practice place value skills, and discover why numbers are more than just digits on a page—they’re a tool for solving real-world problems. Grab your pencils, bring your curiosity, and let’s learn while having fun!

In this first episode of Paws and Progress, Mrs. Nicholson gives a warm Husky welcome to all her amazing fourth graders. Get to know your teacher, discover what’s coming up in Eureka Math, and work through your very first math problem of the year! Listen anytime you need a boost for learning and leading like a true Husky.

Welcome back from the Labor Day break! In this episode, I’ll share reminders about arrival and dismissal, review our weekly schedule, and highlight upcoming events like Curriculum Night and Spirit Wear Fridays. You’ll also hear about our September fundraiser, parent volunteer opportunities, and the start of Module 1 in both EL Reading and Eureka Math. Finally, I’ll close with a focus on this month’s core value: Cooperation.

In our very first episode, Mrs. Nicholson welcomes families and scholars to an exciting new school year at the School at Marygrove! This episode walks you through everything you need to know for week one—from arrival and dismissal routines to daily schedules for 4th and 5th grade.

We’ll also cover classroom supply needs, how families can get involved through volunteering, and important reminders about breakfast, holidays, and upcoming lessons in both ELA and Math.

Most importantly, Mrs. Nicholson shares the school’s Core Values—empathy, cooperation, perseverance, craftsmanship, social responsibility, and integrity—that will guide our students as learners and citizens.

Whether you’re a new or returning family, this episode will help set the stage for a strong and joyful start to the year!