OPEN HOUSE March Elementary School September 15, 2010

Welcome Welcome to our Open House! This evening goals: Provide information about school-wide and classroom expectations. Explain how WE partner in your child's learning process throughout the year. 2

School Policies The school's discipline policy follows school-wide positive behavior support system known as F.A.M.E.: Focus on respect Always act safely Make myself proud bE responsible Report cards and progress reports will be sent home at the end of each of the four marking periods. Grading policy: 1, 2, 3 and 4. Parent-Teacher conferences will be held in November and April. 3

Class Policies Homework folder Agenda book Calendar, schedule and classroom jobs Bathroom/drink breaks Snack Class work: seat work, pairs, small groups, and whole class Classroom library and S.C.O.R.E. (Student Choice Of Reading Everyday) Class rules 4

Class Rules and Consequences “F.A.M.E. Recipe” (Classroom Rules and Behavior Contract poster) Behavior Pie (blueberry, lemon, orange) Sweet or “Not-So-Sweet...” note home: Phone call Written note Note in agenda book 5

Opportunities to Get Involved Volunteer to participate in any kind of lesson (Language Arts, Math, Science and Social Studies, etc.). Share your expertise and talents with our class! Let me know if interested in helping with planning and/or managing special class projects (e.g. Wax Museum, celebrations, field trips). PTA 6

Curriculum Goals Based on PA Standards More detailed information can be found at the Easton Area School District's website (curriculum guides for each subject) Ways parents can help: Review child's homework Check agenda book and homework folder every night Read with child 15-20 minutes everyday 7

In-Class Activities Write an encouraging note to your child, and leave in her/his desk for tomorrow. Watch the video presented at the most recent March Pride assembly to summarize our learning about F.A.M.E. VIDEO 8

Question and Answer Time Do you have any questions? 9

Handouts Class brochure: Contacts (e-mail and phone number) Additional information Class website: http://websites.pdesas.org/rodriguesc/default.aspx 10