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Mrs. Karin Stratton 2013-2014. Meet the Teacher!. I grew up in India and attended an international school. . From 2002-2005, I earned my bachelors degree in communication arts with an emphasis on analysis of literature. . - PowerPoint PPT Presentation
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Mrs. Karin Stratton
2013-2014
Meet the Teacher!I grew up in India and attended an international school.
From 2002-2005, I earned my bachelors degree in communication arts with an emphasis on analysis of
literature. In 2007, I returned to Judson to become certified teacher in
Elementary Education. Substituted in District 300 for the
past five years.
My Teaching Philosophy
Classroom ExpectationsQUOTE
Three R’sResponsibility
Respect& the Golden Rule
8 Keys and Living above the Line
Helpful handout-schedule-Specials
-Healthy snack ideas
-Class list-Birthday
celebrations
Second Grade Curriculum!NEW- Common Core Standards
“The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers.”- Common core Initiative
Focus:Integration
Real-world applicationProblem-solving skills
Critical thinking
**Refer to handout for specific curriculum topic/standards covered**
Grading4- Exceeds grade-level expectations3- Meets grade-level expectations2-Aproaching expectations1- Begins expectations
***NEW***Changing from trimesters to
quartersNo Midterms
HomeworkReading-Nightly guided reading book bagsMath-Mastering math practice sheets & additional practice sheetsSpelling-Nightly spelling practice
***Monthly Homework Club***
“Bummer note”Sent home for missing
homework or “below the line” behavior
1.Transportation changes
2.Winter recess3.Snacks & Water
bottles4.Conference and party
sign-up
House-keeping:
Are there any questions?