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Welcome to Second Grade!

Welcome to Second Grade!

Second Grade Team · · · · Amanda Belcher Mae. Lani Bird Kristin Cullen

Second Grade Team · · · · Amanda Belcher Mae. Lani Bird Kristin Cullen Kathleen Mac. Laren Tracy Rickert Susie Serna Clair Volding

Hawk Elementary School Mission Statement The mission of Hawk Elementary is to create successful

Hawk Elementary School Mission Statement The mission of Hawk Elementary is to create successful learners.

Curriculum · Math (Bridges in Mathematics) http: //www. mathlearningcenter. org/resources /materials/parents 2 · Science

Curriculum · Math (Bridges in Mathematics) http: //www. mathlearningcenter. org/resources /materials/parents 2 · Science · Language Arts · Social Studies · Intervention & Enrichment · Health

Our Schedule 7: 35 -7: 50 Arrival and Morning Work 7: 50 -8: 05

Our Schedule 7: 35 -7: 50 Arrival and Morning Work 7: 50 -8: 05 Target the Question / Exemplars (Class A – Serna) 8: 05 -9: 50 Math and Science / Health (Class A – Serna) 9: 50 -10: 30 Round-Ups (tutorials) 10: 30 -11: 05 Exemplar / Math (Class B – Rickert) 11: 15 -11: 45 Lunch 11: 45 -12: 00 Read Aloud 12: 00 -12: 45 Specials 12: 45 -1: 05 Recess / Restroom 1: 10 -2: 40 Math and Science / Health (Class B – Rickert) 2: 45 -2: 50 Pack Up / Dismissal Announcements/Pledge 8: 05 -8: 45 Science 8: 45 -9: 30 Special Areas 9: 30 -9: 40 Snack and Restroom 9: 40 -11: 30 English/Language Arts

Classroom Management Our classroom rules are as follows: Be respectful Follow Directions Keep hands

Classroom Management Our classroom rules are as follows: Be respectful Follow Directions Keep hands and feet to self Listen carefully and work quietly Walk in the building • I give tickets to reward positive behavior. ~ saved and turned in for prizes • I give verbal praise and encouragement. • I have an “Oops Book” to keep track of undesired behavior. ~ 3 minutes of recess for each offense

Daily Take-Home Folders · Daily folders serve as a communication tool and a way

Daily Take-Home Folders · Daily folders serve as a communication tool and a way to track student behavior. · Calendar – please check daily We encourage you to read daily with your child. · Math Log – 40 minutes per week if needed

Math Log · Twice each grading period, students will be given a timed math

Math Log · Twice each grading period, students will be given a timed math facts test. · Students who show proficiency (95%) will not be responsible for the math log for the next 34 weeks.

Homework · In addition to the math logs, students will be responsible for: ·

Homework · In addition to the math logs, students will be responsible for: · Sight words need to be practiced at home for fluency and recognition · Math practice pages as needed · Guided Reading sheets need to be signed after your child has read aloud to you · Math Logs will be checked on Fridays for completion (signatures) · Reading Responses: Will begin the 2 nd six weeks. More information will come.

Grading Policy · Progress reports – Target Binders will serve as a progress report

Grading Policy · Progress reports – Target Binders will serve as a progress report and be sent home throughout the six weeks. · Common Assessments – · Scores below a 3 will have the opportunity to retake for a better grade.

Grades · Grades are a 1, 2, and 3 scale. The goal is for

Grades · Grades are a 1, 2, and 3 scale. The goal is for each child to be a 3 – Meets expectations. · Writing is a process. This is an area that progresses as the year goes on. · Math is another area of progression. Students will be expected to explain their thinking as well as provide the correct answer.

Target Binder · Assessments for each subject area will be kept in the binder

Target Binder · Assessments for each subject area will be kept in the binder · Used to provide feedback to students · Encourage student accountability · Student goal setting · Show progress · Communication for parents from teachers

We promise… As we begin to modify and improve upon our assessment practices, we

We promise… As we begin to modify and improve upon our assessment practices, we can make you these promises: · Your child will continue to experience high quality learning. · We will continue to provide you with information about your child's learning and progress.

Keyboarding · Keyboarding practice will be during computer lab and will focus on home

Keyboarding · Keyboarding practice will be during computer lab and will focus on home row keys. · Please encourage your child to use home row keys when typing at home.

A Few Key Reminders

A Few Key Reminders

Lunch · You may send in a check, cash or you can go online

Lunch · You may send in a check, cash or you can go online and add to a students account at https: //www. parentonline. net/. · If anyone other than a parent or guardian would like to eat with a student, a note must be provided to the office in advance. · A student can only eat with their family.

Absences · Call the office on the day of the absence by 10 a.

Absences · Call the office on the day of the absence by 10 a. m. · Send a written note to the teacher when your child returns to school within 48 hours. Emails are appreciated…but not accepted by the office.

2 nd Grade T-Shirt · Orders will be due on Friday, Sept. 6 th.

2 nd Grade T-Shirt · Orders will be due on Friday, Sept. 6 th. · Worn on field trips · Worn on Field Day

Field Trips · Sharkarosa Wildlife Preserve – more information to come · One parent

Field Trips · Sharkarosa Wildlife Preserve – more information to come · One parent per class · Please have your child wear 2 nd grade t-shirt. · Please send a sack lunch · TWU – Kids Dance- more information to come · No chaperones due to limited seating (half-day)

How to Contact Me… My goal is to respoail within 24. (940) 369 -1826

How to Contact Me… My goal is to respoail within 24. (940) 369 -1826 trickert@dentonisd. org 12: 00 -12: 45 Or 940 -369 -37__

Let’s Have a Great Year!

Let’s Have a Great Year!