2010 parent orientation power point
- 1. Parent Orientation NightMrs. Hawley’s 2nd Grade Class
- 2. Class Schedule 7:35-7:45 Greet Class7:45-7:55 Announcements, Lunch Count, Morning Work7:55-8:25 Handwriting, D.E.A.R. Time & Small Group Pullout8:25-8:55 Whole Group Reading (Day 3 Library Lesson/Checkout 8:40-9:10)8:55-9:15 Grammar & Spelling9:15-10:00 Guided Reading Groups, Literacy Centers 10:00-10:15 Recess10:15-10:20 Restroom/Water Break10:20-10:35 Guided Reading Groups & Literacy Centers10:35-11:15 Writer’s Workshop & Author’s Chair (Day 2: Library 10:40-11:10)11:20-11:50 Lunch (Tables 9-10)11:50-12:00 Restroom/Water Break12:00-12:35 Social Studies/Science (Day 5 Counselor 12:30-1:00)12:35-1:35 Math Lesson & Problem of the Day1:40-2:25 Specials 2:30-2:45 Everyday Counts Calendar, Math Wall, Target Math2:45 Dismiss Students
- 3. Student BindersBehavior Calendar – Check daily & Sign
- 4. Homework :-READ 15-20 Minutes Daily and mark Reading Log-Students are responsible for turning in homework packets on FridayGraded Papers: - If grade is below a 70, Please Sign and Return - If grade is above a 70, Please Keep (to display on fridge)Friday Folders: - Be sure to check weekly for school wide informationStudent projectsNovember- Student Timelines (pictures of their childhood needed)
- 5. January- Optional Student Treasures Book (about $20)
- 6. February – Woodland Animal Research Project (computer based and hand-made options will be given)Promotion Requirements General PromotionRequirements70% end-of-year average in reading and in mathwork on grade level in mathread and comprehend unseen text at an ending 2nd grade levelfluency expectation is 10 times your child’s age (Ex. Age 7X10 =70wpm)by the end of second gradedemonstrate most of the 2nd grade TEKS in reading, language arts, and math
- 7. Specific Requirements For Promotion to third GradeMath recall 30 subtraction facts to 18 on a 5 minute timed testRecall 30 addition facts to 18 on a 5 minute timed testplace value- read, write and describe whole numbers to 999 as well as compare and order numbers to 999Writing Receive a 2,3, or 4 on a writing sample using NISD rubric (example in Coyote Binder)
- 8. Language Arts CurriculumSentencesParts of a sentenceDeveloping ideas and topicsStatements and questionsExclamations and CommandsLanguage Arts nouns
- 9. verbs
- 10. adjectives
- 11. quotationsWriter’s WorkshopBeginning , Middle and End
- 12. Use of editing marksHandwritingManuscript
- 13. Cursive SpellingtestsMath CurriculumUsing addition strategiesUsing subtraction strategiesPatterns and numbers to 100MoneyAdding two-digit numbersSubtracting two-digit numbersTimeMeasurementPatterns and numbers to 1,000Geometry, fractions, and probabilityAdding and subtracting three-digit numbersExploring multiplication and division
- 14. Science & Social StudiesIntegrated CurriculumPatterns all Around Us- rules, citizenship, map skillsPatterns where we live- living and non-living, basic needs, locate places on a map, continents and oceansHistorical Changes-timelines, research historical figures, ThanksgivingPhysical Changes- properties of objects, measurement of change (matter)How science changes our world- sound, order of events, evolution of technology and communicationAirplanes are systems- airplanes , transportationOur Government as a system- roles of public officials, local state and federal governmentWoodland Forest Ecosystems- ecosystems, land characteristics, resources, national parksSan Antonio- settlement patterns, water as a resource, water cycle, celebrations as a cultureEconomics- producers, consumers, free enterprise, trace a product from a natural resource to a finished product
- 15. Reading CurriculumRead Aloud with Literature DiscussionsShared & Performance Reading (ex. Reader’s Theatre)Guided ReadingUse Technology & Communication
- 17. Before School Students must sit in the hallway assigned by their teacher.Student may NOT arrive before 7 a.m., as teachers are not on duty to supervise them.Students must practice math facts, read a book, or study spelling words each morning before the bell. Students can only leave with permission.All electronic game devices must be left at home.
- 18. Lunch Room WalkAsk permission before leaving your chairSit properly in chairTalk quietlyTouch only your foodBuy only one dessert before sitting downPick up trash and push chairs under the table(Students’ behavior is monitored and recorded daily)
- 19. RecessPlay only in designated areas.Use equipment safely and appropriately.Leave objects where you found them.Avoid unnecessary physical contact- No tag!
- 20. ClassroomKuentz School RulesY.E.L.PYour choices are your own.Everyone shows respect.Listen and follow directions.Position yourself for success.
- 21. Weekly NewsletterOn Mondays, a newsletter will be sent home containing homework assignments, spelling words, and a brief description of curriculum in each subject.Visit my webpage at www.nisd.net for a new copy of the newsletter, information about me, our daily schedule, upcoming events, and some fun websites for your children.
- 22. Report CardsReport cards will be issued every nine weeks. Your child will receive a numerical grade for Reading and Math.Reading levels this year will correlate with new NISD expectations that match our new reading adoption and testing materials. Your child will receive a letter grade in all other subjects. E-Excellent S-Satisfactory N- Needs Improvement U-Unsatisfactory
- 23. Snacks, Class Parties, and Birthday CelebrationsSnacksHealthy Snacks may be brought to school for snack time.Water bottles with a snap top may be brought to school.Class PartiesWinter CelebrationValentine’s DayEnd of Year Party Birthday Celebrations (during recess or last 5 minutes of the day)Invitations for birthday parties may be distributed at school if all boys, all girls, or all students are invited. To celebrate student birthdays, parents may bring store bought cookies/cupcakes to distribute at recess or the last five minutes of the day. I appreciate your cooperation with this matter.
- 24. AttendanceAttendance is a priority this year! If our attendance improves by just 1%, NISD will get an additional 5.2 MILLION DOLLARS!Any student who arrives after 7:45 will be counted tardy and issued a slip by the office.Any student who arrives after 9:00 will be counted absent unless they have a note from a physician.If a child is sent home before 9am they are considered absent.Any student that is absent for 3 consecutive days must provide a statement from a health clinic or physician verifying the illness. Attendance Law Violations of Unexcused Absences: 3 full or partial day absences in a 4 week period OR 10 full or partial day absences in a 6 month period (partial day includes tardies and early pick-ups) Children absent from school must provide the teacher with a note upon their return including the current date and date of absence, child’s name, reason and parent signature.
- 25. Star of the WeekWe will have a star of the week every week beginning September 20, 2010.I will provide the paper that the students can fill out.I will choose the star of the week by drawing a name from the Bingo Reward System. HAVE FUN WITH IT!!! They will get to display it in the classroom for the entire week and they will get to present their poster to the class along with something they want to show and tell about. If they do bring something it must fit in their backpack.
- 26. ConferencesSIGN UP TONIGHT FOR FALL CONFERENCES!!! Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Friday, October 22nd, which is an Early Release Day as well as Howl at the Moon Night. **If you are involved with the planning and set up of Howl at the Moon, options will be given for alternate conference times.**Additional conferences will be scheduled as necessary to discuss academic or behavior issues.I will ALWAYS make time for parent communication .
- 27. Spirit Day!!Spirit day is every Friday!Don’t forget to purchase your new Kuentz shirt!( If you have already ordered they will be arriving shortly.)
- 28. How to Reach MePlease feel free to contact me with any questions, comments or concerns.
- 29. My conference time is from 1:40-2:25. I will try to respond to any phone calls, notes or emails at that time.
- 31. Phone - 397-8050 Ext. 3153FYI: All teachers on campus are required to attend Day 6 meetings during planning time. Wednesday is our team planning day during conference time. (please call before 2:00 regarding any changes in transportation)
- 32. Thanks For Coming!!!It’s going to be a great year…!