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to our 5th & 6th Grade Meet the Teacher Night

Welcome

Language Arts Teachers

Ms. Doglio English/RtI Reading Spelling, Grammar

Mrs. Behrent Reading/Vocabulary/RtI ISAT Rdg. Response

4 More 5th & 6th Grade Teachers

Mrs. SitzeSocial

Studies

Mrs. Nelson

Math/RtI

Mrs. WellerP.E.

Mrs. SpeiserScience & P.E.

Check-in/Check-out

Tests 3 Days Advance Notice

Study Guides: Distributed 2 days prior to test; reviewed the next dayEVERYONE has the opportunity to make test corrections.

Half a point is awarded for each correct answer Corrections must be completed in classroom:

Score after corrections is final grade.

Extra CreditExtra credit work distributed before each test; Students get

several days to complete--available to everyone, but not required All questions must be answered to receive credit.

Helpful hint: Always do EXTRA CREDIT!

QuizzesQuizzes are given orally. Listening skills take time to refine;

don’t panic if success takes a little time. Quizzes are worth a few points;

their main purpose is review. They contain actual test questions,so students get a snapshot of what is on the test.

Science

Social Studies

Test are worth a 100 points/100%.

Test corrections are due back the next day and count as a homework assignment.

5th Grade TEST 45% Grade Total Homework 55% 100%6th Grade TEST 30% Homework 45% Grade Total Maps 25% 100%

MATHTESTS – 5 correct on Extra Credit

will earn the ability to do corrections.

Helpful Hint: Do all the Extra Credit.Test corrections earn

½ point for each correct answer.

Reminder: A student MUST passMath for the year in order to proceed to the next grade.

READINGHomework =35% of Grade

Reading Workbook Comprehension & Word Study Sheets

Reading Projects Wordskills Vocabulary Workbook

Tests =45% of Grade Selection Tests & Unit Tests Teacher-made Tests

Accelerated Reader=20% of Grade Read Books within Reading Range

Goal is Assigned Each Quarter Comprehension Goal is Always 85% At-home Reading Log Signed Weekly or Late Assignment Incurrs.

REMINDER: Reading students must pass for the year in order to be promoted to the next grade.

Vocabulary• Vocabulary is figured into the Reading grade.• Students in 5th and 6th grade use the same

vocabulary book. Units 1-8 are completed in Grade 5; units 9-16 are covered in Grade 6.

• Practice flashcards & activities can be found on the school website: Links Below

Pawnee CUSD 11 - 5th Grade VocabularyPawnee CUSD 11 - 6th Grade Vocabulary

ENGLISH

Spelling, Grammar & Writing make up the English grade

6 Unit TestsAt Least 3 Days Advance Notice

1 or 2 in Class Review DaysBe ready for an occasional pop quiz.

*Check English Notes on the school website for practice activities.

We will write 4 essays this year.

Sign Tests & Daily Work only when you see a:

Parent Signature: ____________________ line.

*Generally, daily papers will not require a parent signature, unless it is a skill I want you to go over/review with your child.

Writing must be in cursive for English assignments!

Tests & Essays = 200 Points

TICTogether in Class

500 Point Grammar Test January 31st or Last School Day in January

You can begin practicing for the test now athttp://www.studystack.com/flashcard-455599

Print a Practice Test Online: Follow the Link Above; Click Print, Matching Quiz, All Questions Page

The test you print will be exactly like the one you can access online, however, terms will be in a random order.

Figured into the English Grade

Tests: Taken in Computer Class Value: 100 pts.Your child’s Computer Day is also his/her Spelling Test

Day.

Worksheet: Due Day After it is Received Value-10 pts.Must be in Cursive

2 Yearly Lists Provided: 1 for Expandable Folder, 1 for Home

You will find our Spelling Lists and links to Spelling City on the 5th/6th grade Home Page of the School Website.

Spelling

Instructions on how to link directly to Spelling City: www.spellingcity.com1) Click Find a List tab at the top of the page.2) Type doglio in the Search box, click Search, then click on Diana Doglio3) 5th grade lists are displayed4) 6th grade, scroll to bottom of page, & click Ms. Doglio 6th Grade to access lists.

P.E Information

Gym Shoes

No Gym Shoes=No Participation= ZERO for the day5 No Shoe Days per Quarter=Grade Drops 1 LETTER Shoes must also be tied properly before entering the

gym.

Sit-Outs for Injuries or Illness

Students may be excused from P.E. participation up to 3 days on a parent’s note.

After the 3rd day, a DOCTOR’S note will be required.

If a student does not participate due to a note, they CANNOT participate at RECESS.

Important InformationCheck the Assignment Book DailyCheck SDS for Grades each Friday

Clean Expandable Folders Weekly: Get Rid of Old Papers

Midterm DatesSeptember 14November 21February 8April 19

End of Quarter1st Q. October 192nd Q. December 213rd Q. March 154th Q. May 24

*Midterm grades are online. A slip to verify that you either check grades online or need a

paper copy, needs to be signed & returned the 1st quarter.

*Report cards will be sent home quarterly with your child. Sign & Return slip included to verify you have seen the report.

ATTENDANCE

1. Call the school between 7:30-10:00 and leave a message. 625-2231

2. If no phone call is received, your child must bring a written excuse. Include: date, student name, grade, parent

signature, and reason for absence.3. If no call is made & no note is received, the absence is

Unexcused.

Doctor, Dentist & Ortho. Appts.Best Time Frame to schedule:

Leave at or after: 10:50 Back by 1:00

ISAT

TEST

March 4-15, 2013

No Vacations Excused on These Dates

Dr. appointments & family trips will

be unexcused.

However, please do not send your

child to school sick.

Written Confirmation

The note must be from the doctor, counselor, dentist, or orthodontist.

It must be on office letterhead and include the date/time of appointment.

*If the student is not at school by noon, s/hewill NOT be able to be a spectator or participant

at any extra-curricular school activities.

After 10 excused absences, a doctor’s note willbe needed to verify that your child was ill.

If your child is absent . . .

We will send your child's work to the grade school office

by the end of the day.

. . . you do not need to call to request assignments.

When is the Assignment Due? Illness & Planned Vacation

Upon return from illness, students are allowed one day for each day they are

absent from school to complete work.

If a student collects homework assignments prior to

a planned vacation or absence, the work is due the

day the student returns to school.

5th & 6th Grade Homework Policy

It is our philosophy that to be successful, students must be responsible for completing homework and be prepared for quizzes/tests.

A Study Hall is scheduled daily, but students are expected to finish assignments and study for tests at home.

We reserve the right to keep students in at recess and/or specials (except P.E.) for extra assistance.

Students are allowed a maximum of 3 late assignments per subject/per quarter, which results in a 10% deduction from the homework grade. After that,

students receive a 0% every time an assignment is late or a test paper is not signed. For example, if a student has 3

lates in Reading, each additional late assignment in Reading will be recorded as a 0%.

DETENTIONS

Late assignments are documented daily on index cards.

After each quarter, new cards are made; each student begins with a clean slate. Parents are contacted if late assignments becoming an issue.

Late assignments are also listed on SDS.

5 Late assignments per homeroom/per quarter = 30 min. detention10 late assignments = 1 hr. detention

15 late assignments = 1 ½ hr. detention20 late assignments = 2 hr. detention

Beyond 20 late assignments = Saturday Detention

Detentions are served on Tuesdays after school with a 5th or 6th grade teacher. Travel arrangements should be made by parents. Saturday detentions are assigned by Mrs.

Cline. Detentions will start after Labor Day. All detentions must be signed.

Detentions may also be given for behavior issues also. Time limits/consequences will vary, depending on the severity of the action.

Encouraging Rewards

No Late Assignments

for One Month!*Students go to Krekel’s

for lunch & receive a certificate for a free pizza at Little Italy’s.*They need to bring

enough money to cover their order.

No Late Assignments for Quarter!

Little Italy’s Pizza & dessert is ordered for

lunch at school. Students need to bring their own money: Cost is around

$3.00 + Drink. A certificate is sent home

explaining the details.

Each Friday, a recess will be given to those who have not had anylate assignments all week. Check out our Late Assignment Article.

Stay Informed: Use the School WebsiteFind the 5th & 6th Grade Homepage: Teacher Websites Tab, 5th/6th Gr. Information

Sign up for News Updates

Go to www.pawneeschools.com

• Locate the News Update link in the top left corner next to the scrolling header, click

• Be sure to click the box beside District, enter your email, and submit.

Links: Check out• Schedules• Daily Assignments• Current News• Dates to Remember• School Calendar• District Forms• AR Book Finder• Menus & Much More

Links: Class Notes

• English 5th• English 6th

• Writing• Spelling• Spelling City 5th• Spelling City 6th• Vocabulary 5th

• Vocabulary 6th• Reading• Math Notes• First in Math• Science• Social Studies

Links: Check Out

End of the Month Awards

Classroom ManagementGrading Scale

Character TraitsDiscovery Education

Xtra MathReading Activities

Staff DirectoryPTO

Pawnee School is a Bully Free Zone

Informational Article

GS Handbook

Pawnee School Management PlanExpectations

Enforcement

9 Things Teachers Hope Parents Know

1. Don’t be a stranger!Talk to your child’s teacher early and often. All teachers have a phone and and extension for messages. (the best way)

2. Learning doesn’t stop at 3:15.Encourage your child to show you something that they are working on at school. Every time your child gets the chance to show off what he knows, he builds confidence.

3. Stay involved – even when you don’t know the material. Just knowing a parent is paying attention can be very motivating for a student.

4. Keep your child organized.Have your child empty their backpack everyday. Keep plenty of supplies on hand. Kids run out of paper and pencils frequently.

5. Let your child make mistakes.Teachers don’t want perfect students, they want students who try hard. Sometimes parents get caught up in thinking that every assignment has to be done exactly right, and they put too much pressure on their child. It’s OK for kids to get some problems wrong. It’s important for us to see what students don’t know so that we can go over the material again.

6. Raise a good reader.Even if your child is not a natural bookworm, encourage him to love literature. Reading aloud can expand his vocabulary.

7. Teaching isn’t easy.We have good days and bad days just like every human. We can make mistakes too. Volunteering is a way of showing your support, even if you have time to help out once a year. It show your child – and his teacher- that you really care about his education.

8. The teacher is on your side – give her the benefit of the doubt.If there is an issue between your child and a teacher, don’t automatically run to the principal behind the teacher’s back. Certain situations that involve a child’s safety do merit a meeting with the head of school, but otherwise going over the teacher’s head signals a lack of respect. When you can’t agree on a solution, set up a meeting with the teacher and the principal, who can help work things out. Always go to the teacher first.

9. There is a secret to better grades.• Converse daily with your child to show interest in their school work.• Inform the teachers of any issues that the child has confided in, for example, bullying,

struggling with the schedule, health issues, etc.• Constantly check the schoolwebsite to keep ahead on assignments, grades and upcoming

projects.• If your child is having a tough time in a particular class, don’t swoop in and try to make

things right. • Encourage your child to meet with his teacher to resolve the problem on his own.

Thanks for viewing our presentation.

Feel free to contact us with any additional questions you might

have.

We’re looking forward to working with you and your child this year.

The End