Welcome to Open House2015-2016

Mrs. Linkhorst

• This year is my 18th year with the Pleasant Valley School District.

• I have a BS in Early Childhood Ed, MS in Educational Technology, and MA in Teaching and Learning with a focus on Elementary Mathematics.

Grading• Our grading on report cards follows a standards

based form. • So, a 2 is where you want you child to be. • If they receive a 1 it is an area they need to work

on.• If they receive a 3 it means they mastered the

concept for the end of the year goal.• Tests will be going home with traditional grading

of percentages. Some tests many have 5 out of 5.

• Reading tests have the skills broken up so you can see what area your child has problems in.

Folders/Homework

• The blue communication folder must come back everyday with homework inside.

• The other folder is the reading bag. This will contain the reading book/s to read every night. The log book must be signed.

• If homework is not returned the next day, then your child will need to complete it at recess. So, reading logs must be signed to count as homework completed.

Spelling

• New this year is a challenge list of words for your child.

• When we take the pretest, if your child receives a 90% or better, they will be given a challenge list of words. It will be attached to the pretest.

• The test date will be written on the test.

Reading

• The reading program incorporates vocabulary, phonics, phonemic awareness, comprehension, grammar, spelling, and writing in one.

• Sight words will be given weekly.

• I will let you know what we are teaching each week on my homework page.

• Mrs. Peechatka and Mrs. Downie will be our reading support teachers.

Mathematics• Math is set up to master skills

through allowing your child to solve problems and think critically about math.

• If your child needs extra help in class, I will write that on the paper.

• If your child needs extra assistance after that, then we have a math support teacher, Mrs. Herrmann, who will meet with your child in a smaller group or I will take them inside the room.

• We will also begin a new math facts program, so math facts will only be practiced in school.

• We are also beginning a computer program called Reflex math where your child can then practice math facts at home without your assistance.

Science

• Weather• Solids and Liquids• Plants

Social Studies

• Ms. Greggo teaches Social Studies.• Character Education• Maps and Globes• Occupations• Presidents

Specials

• Day 1- Health with Mr. Masiello• Day 2- Gym with Mr. Masiello

(sneakers are required).• Day 3 & 4- Music with Mr. Reese• Day 5- Art with Ms. Streit• Day 6- Library with Ms. Cangalosi

Technology

• We will go to the computer lab two times out of the six day cycle.

• We will work on writing, reading, and mathematics.

Think Central

• In order to assist you at home with math and reading, there is a Think Central web site.

• Your child will receive a user name and password.

• https://www-k6.thinkcentral.com/ePC/start.do

Classroom Web Site

• www.pvbears.org

Rules

• The rules are listed below the chalkboard.• When they follow the rules, they will receive a PAWS

ticket to be turned in for prizes. • Also, if they remain in the fish bowl, then they will

receive a punch on their card. Once full, they can pick out of my prize box.

• If they break a rule, they get moved accordingly. If they end up out of my bucket, then I will call home.

• I also began Class Dojo this year.

Dress Code

• Please follow the dress code.• If you are not sure then please ask

first.

Parent Communication

• I believe in open lines of communication with you.

• I can be reached at 570-402-1000 Ext. 6301 during the hours of 8:30- 9:00AM or 4:00PM -4:30PM or via email linkhorst.denise@pvbears.org

• During the school day you will need to leave a message with a good time to call you back.

Questions

• Do you have any questions?