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Inspire
Excite
Challenge
Appreciate
We Believe Our Job Is To…
Writing- Most of their work is in
the journal. We will publish one writing piece each nine weeks so do not expect lots of graded pieces to go home each week.
Journal- Our journals are
“our playground for our pencils” in which we use to explore creativeconcepts.
Cursive- We will focus on two
letters a week. Practice worksheet will come home each week.
WRITING
Weekly Skill Each week we will explore an instructional spelling skill that follows a pattern. The studentwill have opportunities to make new words and apply these wordsIn their writing.
AssessmentWe do not test the skill throughtraditional spelling tests that encourage memorization; insteadthrough authentic writing. Wewill assess every three weeks.
WORD WORK
READING
Reading in Class Build stamina Expand vocabulary Increase fluency/speed Improve comprehension Develop love of reading
Reading at Home Every night Complete reading
response journal
Skills
Using metacognition to think about their reading
MATHManipulatives/Hands-on learning
AISD 90 minute math model Drill and Practice
Problem Solving- critical thinkingContent Instruction –modeling
and guided practiceLearning Groups- assessments,
work stations , reinforcement of skills
Math Journals- concepts, examples, strategies on solving problems
What does it look like in our daily lives?
SCIENCE
Science Fair (optional, highly encouraged)Observation JournalsSafety in the LabScientific ToolsMatterEcosystemsLife cyclesRecyclingSun, Earth, and MoonChanges to the EarthForce and FrictionSimple Systems
SOCIALSTUDIES
Local Communities Maps Local Government Citizenship Economics Inventors RegionsCultural CelebrationsRecycle Sale in December
STAARState of Texas Assessments of Academic Readiness
Benchmarks
Nov. 8 Math
Nov.9 Reading
Nov.15 Science
Simulation
Feb.7 Math
Feb. 8 Reading
STAAR Math******April 24
STAAR Reading******April 25
Math Lab
SSI – Student Support Initiative
CASTLE TIME
30 Minute block from 11:15-11:45
Time for Intervention and/or Enrichment
Access to 10 Teachers
Students can move from group to group as needed.
CASTLE began on September 19.
Mrs. LatimerMrs.Cooper
HOMEWORKGiven most nights each week
Homework should take 30 minutes excluding reading time
Homework will be written daily in their agenda.
Read nightly, at least 20-30 minutes, and stay accountable through daily response logs. Bring to school daily.
Word Work skills will be practiced through a word hunt and writing each week.
Cursive- two letters each week
Projects/assignments will be given throughout the year
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT
Positive Incentives vary by class
Study Hall (Use time wisely)
“Think Track” (ZAP PAD)
Code of Conduct (in agenda)
-HELP WANTED-M
inimizing tardies and absences
S
ubmit Volunteer Background Check
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end anti-bacterial wipes
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end a dry erase board eraser
Notes of Interest
Parent/Teacher Conferences will be conducted the month of October. Sign-up sheets are available tonight.
Scholastic Weekly Reader - Please contribute to this wonderful non-fiction weekly magazine that contains current events. $5.00/yearly subscription.
Scholastic Book Order monthly – Great Deals! Communication: e-mail, notes, agenda, folder,
newsletter, teacher websites- Feel free to call or e-mail anytime, you are a key component to your child’s education.
Field Trips: Plays at Dallas Children’s Theatre, Meet the Mayor/Target (ACO families) $15
Can pay $20 for Scholastic News and field trips online or bring a check made out to Norton by October 18.
Thanks for Coming!