Sunday, August 21, 2011

WELCOME 2011-2012 DINOSAURS!



Parent/Teacher Communication
Each day, your child will bring home a Behavior Log which includes information about their behavior during the day, plus the list of homework to be completed that night and the weekly newsletter on the back. There is space each day for you to sign/return and communicate with me if needed. 
Additionally, you may email Katie.decker@fayette.kyschools.us or call me at school at 859.381.3589.  Please dont hesitate to contact me!
Finally, our class blog has TONS of great information about our classroom activities, online learning games and important information for PARENTS and STUDENTS. Check the blog often!
www.deckersdinosaurs.blogspot.com
Homework Policy
Homework will be assigned each night (math and reading) and students are expected to return homework completed the next day. Homework grades are not given, but students will be given credit for completion. Not completing homework will result in a consequence of structured recess time (students will finish their homework during recess).

Basic Classroom Rules
1.            Follow ALL adult directions.
2.            Show respect & kindness to EVERYONE.
3.            Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.

Behavior Policy
Behavior Chart
Green- Wonderful Day – no marks on Behavior Log
Yellow- 5 minutes off recess
Orange- 10 minutes off recess & note/phone call home
Red- 15 minutes off recess & note/phone call home

**If your child is on green, it will not be marked on the chartThe only time that the behavior will be charted on the daily log is when your child has changed his or her color.

Rewards
I give away prizes for good behavior via trips to the treasure box. The system used to earn treasure box trips changes often to keep the students on their toes.
On Fridays, any student who has not had a color change at all during the week will be invited to LUNCH CLUB where we will eat lunch and watch a movie in our classroom during lunch time.
Volunteer Information
We welcome (and need) classroom volunteers throughout the year.  If you would like to volunteer, you will need to complete the volunteer background check form on-line. It is good for five years. Volunteer opportunities include working in our classroom, chaperoning field trips, working with small groups of students, helping to coordinate activities and special events, and even donating needed supplies. You will not be able to work in our classroom or attend field trips if you have not registered with our school as a volunteer! If you are interested, simply contact Ginger Perkins in the Family Resource Center @ ginger.perkins@fayette.kyschools.us or apply online @ https://webapps.fcps.net/volunteer/
Our (Tentative) Daily Schedule
7:35-7:45               Arrival

7:45-8:00               Morning Work

8:00-9:00               Writing/Science/S.S.

9:00-9:55               Specials

9:55-11:10             Math

11:10-11:35           Lunch

11:35-12:00           Math

12:00 – 2:05           Reading

2:05-2:35               Recess

2:35                      Dismissal


Classroom Wish List (things we use ALL year)
Dry-Erase Markers
Clipboards
Colored Paper/Cardstock
Snacks/ Treasure Box Treats
Pencils
Headphones
VOLUNTEERS/READ-ALOUD-ERS

Let’s LOVE Learning Together! Ms. Decker 

No comments:

Post a Comment