First Grade Back to School

Night

Sept. 2015

Important ContactInformation

• janice.wellner@pgcps.org • kathleen.wilson@pgcps.org• jill.piazza@pgcps.org• angela.grooms@pgcps.org

• Main Office: (301) 805-1000• Visit our website:

– http://firstgradewhes.wikispaces.com/home

School Rules

• Follow all adult directions.• Show respect to all people and their

property.• Raise your hand and be recognized

before speaking.• Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself.• Walk silently and carry a pass when in

the building.

ConsequencesWe will use logical consequences based on the behavior.

• Verbal Reminder.• Time out within the classroom.• Loss of privileges and a note home.• Time out in another classroom and

a phone call home.• Documented referral to the office.

Vice Principal will contact parent.

Rewards

• Positive notes home.• Class freebies (free reading time,

free HW pass, etc.)• Stickers or prizes.• Lunch with the teacher.• Visit the principal.

Responsibility Chart

• Daily behavior is recorded.

•Initial and return daily.

•Prizes given on Fri. for good behavior.

Guidance Program• Program is called “Reach Out and

Touch”. It promotes positive behavior and acts of kindness.

• Students will be recognized and rewarded for their positive actions.

Our ScheduleOur Schedule

9:00-9:15-9:00-9:15- Arrival Arrival9:15-11:15-9:15-11:15- Reading/L.A. Reading/L.A.11:15-11:45-11:15-11:45- Lunch Lunch11:45-12:05-11:45-12:05- Recess Recess12:05-12:50-12:05-12:50- Science Science12:50-1:55-12:50-1:55- Math Math1:55-2:25- 1:55-2:25- Social Studies/Specials Social Studies/Specials2:25-2:55- Social Studies/Specials2:25-2:55- Social Studies/Specials2:55-3:25- 2:55-3:25- Language Arts Language Arts3:25-3:25- Dismissal Dismissal

Homework• Needs to be completed daily (does count towards students’ final grades).

• Students will have one review sheet (either reading, math, science, or social studies related) per night

• Students will also have one Spelling assignment per night. This should be completed in their Homework Journals-Spelling hw will begin in the middle of Sept. Spelling tests are on Fridays.

• Students are also expected to read for 15 min. a day. (Christian’s Crew)

Grading Factors and Standards

• Grades are weighted based on:• 40% Assessments• 55% Classwork• 5% Homework• Star-PR Proficient• Smiley- IP In Process• Check Plus- EM Emerging• Check -ND Needs development• TL- To be taught later

Grading Factors and Standards

• Percentage Equivalents:• Proficient (PR) 90% - 100%• In Progress (IP) 80% - 89%• Emerging (EM) 70% - 79%• Needs development (ND) (69% and

below)

• Students’ progress will be graded by the degree of accomplishment as determined by:

• 1. Tests and quizzes• 2. Demonstration of performance objectives (tasks)• 3. Quality of written work• 4. Class participation• 5. Team cooperation (when applicable)• 6. Completion of homework

Summative and Formative Assessments• Formative Assessments –part of

the instructional process to adjust teaching if needed. Ex. Observation, quick writes, quizzes.

• Summative Assessments- benchmark exams, end of units, chapter tests, DRA’s.

• Student work habits and behavior will be graded by the degree of accomplishment as determined by:

• 1. Completeness of assignments• 2. Regularity of which assignments are

completed and turned in• 3. Organization of supplies and materials• 4. Following directions and class rules- including

lunch and recess

Attendance is an important aspect of student performance. Tests may be made up if there is an excused absence.

Dismissal Procedures

• Bus riders will walk out to the front of the building when buses are called and board the bus

• Please meet walkers and car riders near the black fence at the front of the school (near the K-1st playground)

Please call or send in a note with your child if plans change with your child’s daily dismissal routine-Please do not e-mail during the instructional day-we may not have time to see it.

Sight Words

Proper Letter Formation

Parent VolunteersAre Always Needed

• Join PTA.• If interested please contact us.• Any amount of time is GREATLY

appreciated.• Conferences will be November 11

th.

Wish List

• Recess Equipment (jump ropes, balls)• Small prizes for prize box