WELCOME TO FIRST GRADE MRS MCBRIDE MRS HUNG
WELCOME TO FIRST GRADE MRS. MCBRIDE & MRS. HUNG BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT PARENT HANDBOOK Riverview STEM Academy is a comprehensive K-5 th grade school with a year-long Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math program designed for students to become problem solvers and critical thinkers. Using the engineering design process and the scientific method with a dynamic hands-on science curriculum, students will employ STEM knowledge, skills, and habits of mind. Through critical and collaborative work, our students discover that it is OK to take risks and make mistakes.
ABOUT MRS. MCBRIDE Ø I am a mother of 3 awesome kids: David, Karisma, and Myles. Ø I have been in education for 16 years. Ø GATE, International Baccalaureate, and PLTW Lead Teacher Certified. Ø I have a Master’s in Cross Cultural Education. Ø I love teaching first grade! Mrs. Mc. Breezy makes learning so easy!
ABOUT MRS. HUNG • Earned my B. A. in Liberal Studies, Cleared Multiple Subject Credential, STEM Lead Teacher Certificate from Chico State University, In process of GATE certification • 12 th year of teaching • Teaching Philosophy: To instill a love of learning that will last throughout your child’s life.
TRAFFIC, SAFETY, AND “GETTING THE DAY OFF TO A GOOD START. ” v. Pull up to within 18” of the curb to load and unload from the curbside v. Don’t leave car unattended in the yellow or red zones. v. If you are going to leave your car unattended, park it on the street or parking lot. v. Pull forward to the yellow zone to drop off or pick up v. Do not double park to pick up or drop off
Don’t leave cars unattended in the yellow or red zones.
Pull up to within 18” of the curb
Pull forward to the yellow zone to drop off or pick up
Do not double park to pick up or drop off
CONTACT INFORMATION & RESOURCES ØSchool Web Site: http: //www. fcusd. org/rve ØParent/Student Handbook: https: //www. fcusd. org/domain/3157 ØParent Rights and Responsibility & Student Code of Conduct: https: //www. fcusd. org/domain/3158 ØPrincipal email: lmiller@fcusd. org ØTeacher email: pmcbride@fcusd. org & ehung@fcusd. org Ø Teacher Website https: //www. fcusd. org/domain/3749 ØOffice Phone: 916 -294 -2435
TYPICAL SCHEDULE 8: 25 -9: 10 EARLY Reading, Early BASE, -SIPPS PLEASE DO NOT KNOCK ON THE DOOR 9: 10 -10: 00 Math Centers - STEM 10: 00 -10: 20 Recess 10: 20 -11: 30 Language Arts & Social Studies 11: 30 -12: 10 Lunch 12: 10 -12: 30 Stamina Reading, Accelerated Reader, PLTW-STEM 12: 20 -1: 40 PLTW, STEM 1: 40– 1: 52 Closure, Behavior, Backpacks 1: 52 Early Dismissal, BASE, LATE Reading SIPPS 2: 37 Late Dismissal *PE – We do physical activity daily. Students will two designated PE days each week. *Library – We will go to the library once a week *Early Late STEM Centers on Fridays *First Grade Music – Once a Month
v 1 st and 2 nd grade Early/Late v. And BASE Program 8: 25 – 1: 52 AM Session 12 Students BASE Program Extended Day 8: 25– 9: 10 Extended Day 1: 52 -2: 37 24 Students 9: 10 – 2: 37 PM Session 15 Students
CURRICULUM SEE What is My Child Learning in First Grade? Ø Ø Ø Reading/Phonics/Writing – SIPPS Language Arts – Benchmark Math – Pearson Realize Social Studies – Benchmark & Scholastic News Science – PLTW (Project Lead the Way), EIE (Engineering is Elementary), Amplify, Benchmark, Science Spin, AIMS – Integrated Math and Sciences Activities, Teacher created thematic units. Ø Technology & Engineering – Bee-Bots, Vex Kits, Magnaform Kits, Legos, STEM kits, Code. org, Scratch Jr. (Every child has access to a Chromebook, i. Pad, Vex kits and other various items. Students will sign a contract to treat these items respectfully and will lose privileges if they do not follow the agreement. ) *PLEASE BRING IN HEADPHONES
STEM, SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING PRACTICES ARE DESIGNED TO STRENGTHEN AND DEVELOP STUDENTS UNDERSTANDING OF THE NATURE OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING. v 1. Asking questions and defining problems v 2. Developing and using models v 3. Planning and carrying out investigations v 4. Analyzing and interpreting data v 5. Using mathematics and computational thinking v 6. Constructing explanations and designing solutions v 7. Engaging in argument from evidence v 8. Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information 13
SUPER HOMEWORK Homework is for practice and responsibility skills only and will not be used in the grade (with the exception of the monthly oral reports). Homework will come home Friday (Homework is combined with the Friday Folder) and be due following Thursday MORNING Ø Ø Ø Ø Review, Practice, Games – Test prep and concept practice Leveled Math (2 -4 pages each week) – Practice Mental Math Facts Nightly Reading – T 1: 10 Min, T 2: 15 Min, T 3: 20 Min Reading/Writing Comprehension – Activity Calendar, Reading/Writing Logs & Practice Sight Words Weekly Spelling Pattern (Tests on Thurs. or Fri) – Study – NO homework req. Oral Reports (once a month) Second Step Activities-These are family activities (Occasional) STEM Activity of the Month (Optional) NOTE: Homework will be a combination of subjects NOT all of these things at once. : ) – See Newsletter for weekly assignments.
Super Student News Flash! April 27 Through May 3 Important Dates & Reminders Homework HOMEWORK – DUE 05/03 MATH –Any math in packet in their folder this week not labeled optional Reading – 10 min. nightly reading and reading log. Comprehension – Shape worksheet Listening & Speaking NA STEM –Tornado in a Bottle (Optional) Life Skills & Character Building – 30 minutes daily of free play, sports, or whatever you like! (Does not include technology) April 27 th Dale Peterson – Electrician Presentation May 2 Mental Math Bowl 11: 00 May 4 th Sheetal Bhatt – Engineering presentation May 9 th Railroad Museum Field Trip May 11 th Nature Walk – Family Picnic 1 st grade May 25 th Super Minimum Day Classroom News Flash Ø You can check Power School for current writing and math grades. Ø Students can always access math curriculum and extra practice using their Power School Portal. Ø Additional Math practice and tools can also be accessed on the webpage at https: //www. fcusd. org/Page/23733 Ø For additional practice or enrichment in reading or math, please feel free to use i. Ready or Lexia from home. We MAJORLY need disinfectant wipes! Contact Information: Mrs. Mc. Bride pmcbride@fcusd. org Mrs. Hung ehung@fcusd. org
WEBSITE INFORMATION You can find district curriculum resources (for extra practice, extra support, and enrichment) on our webpage at: Mrs. Mc. Bride's or Mrs. Hung’s Website
GRADING Students will receive one of three letter grades…. . Ø M – Meeting Proficiency in the Standard (Demonstrating Understanding-On Grade Level) Ø D – Developing Proficiency in the Standard (Learning-Approaching Grade Level) Ø L – Limited Proficiency in the Standard (Below Grade Level) Ø + and – Strengths and Struggles
BEHAVIOR INCENTIVE PLAN School Rules – Respectful, Responsible, Safe Class Focus: Kindness & Character Building We use the Engineering design process for problem solving! Ø Clip Chart Ø Group Points Ø Rocket Tickets Ø Fun Friday OR Study Hall Ø Class Rewards
Riverview School-wide Positive Behavior Support Program Anti-Bullying Program Second Step Morning Meeting Positive Behavior Support – Right-On Rockets Tickets to reward positive behavior Riverview Rockets Are: Respectful, Responsible, Safe Recognition Assembly Behaviorist Support Systematic Supervision Training for all staff Social and Emotional support with district MFT’s and Social workers. Engineering Design Process – Problem Solving
DETAILS, DETAILS Ø Field Trips & Enrichment – Donation Checks made to Riverview STEM Academy (Child and teacher name in memo bar) Ø Illness (NO fever, vomit, or extreme cough for 24 hours before returning to school) Ø Leak-proof Water Bottles YES – Twist off caps NO (Fits standing in cubby) Ø Volunteers (Scheduled, no other children) Ø Communication – EMAIL Schedule a meeting. Ø Shutterfly (Class Communication, Dates, and Invites) Ø Shoes (shoes they can tie on their own or use Velcro) Ø Constant Supplies – Tissues, Glue Sticks, Foaming Hand Soap, Did I Mention Tissues……. . Ø Allergies & Birthdays – NO NUTS - Pre-Approval for all treats. (Fruit Roll-Ups, Pizza Parties, & Oreos etc. ) – Additional Ideas: Puzzles, games, coloring books, etc. Joint
WAIT… DON’T GO…. ONE MORE THING…. OK A FEW MORE THINGS • CLUBS AND OTHER OFFICE RELATED ITEMS – Please do not send in sign up sheets or money for clubs, or clothing to the classroom. Please send these things DIRECTLY to the office to help ensure that they get it quickly and on time. • Please label ALL your child’s belongings, especially backpacks, coats, sweaters, and lunch boxes. Please send your child with a HEALTHY snack (PACKED SEPARATELY FROM THEIR LUNCH) each day. • If you see one of our library books or classroom supply accidentally come home, please be sure to return it as we do not allow students to take them home (They accidentally get mixed in with their things from time to time).
PERSONAL PROPERTY – DO NOT BRING IT TO SCHOOL. ØTHE SCHOOL IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR STUDENTS' DAMAGED OR LOST PERSONAL PROPERTY. Toys, balls, music players, electronic devices, stuffed animals, party invitations, or any personal property are not to be brought to school, unless requested by the student's teacher. Ø 1 st offense = Confiscation and returned at end of day. Ø 2 nd Confiscation = Parent pick-up. Ø 3 rd Confiscation = Return last day of school. 23
PHONES, PAGERS, AND TECHNOLOGY DEVICES SHALL: Ø 1. Be turned off and placed out of sight during the instructional time of the school day (class time, passing periods, and recess) and at any other time when directed by a District employee. Ø 2. Not disrupt the educational program or school activity. If the device is used at an inappropriate time, it may be confiscated. If a school employee finds it necessary to confiscate a device, he/she will give the device to school administration so that the parent can be notified. A parent/guardian will be required to pick up the device from the school. A student who violates this policy may be restricted from possessing a personal electronic signaling device at school or school -related events. Ø 3. The school takes no responsibility for the loss or damage of such devices.
SCIENCE CURRICULUM ▪ Riverview STEM Academy will use Project Lead The Way, known as PLTW as the primary STEM curriculum. PLTW is an innovative, project-based approach that fosters collaboration and builds critical thinking skills. ▪ PLTW aligns to Common Core State Standards for Math and English Language Arts, Next Generation Science Standards, and other national and state standards. 25
ADDITIONAL SCIENCE CURRICULUM ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ ▪ Engineering, It’s Elementary AIMS – Integrated Math and Sciences Activities i. Ready Assessment and student lessons Aerojet – Aerospace curriculum Bee. Bots Robotics Accelerated Math Accelerated Reader Virtual Field Trips and Conferences Education City – ELA, Math, & Science District Adopted ELA, Math, & Social Studies 26
Learning Center Program for all grades K-5 Response to Intervention – Rt. I GATE Program Intervention Teacher Grade Level Teachers Resource Teacher Learning Center Classroom Teacher Individualized instruction Small Group Fluency instruction Classroom Teacher Comprehension Story Strategies analysis and readers theater.
THANK YOU! I look forward to an amazing year with your kids!
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