Mrs. Hung’s first grade class back to school night parent handbook

ABOUT the teacher - Earned my B.A. in Liberal Studies, Multiple Subject Credential, STEM Lead Teacher Certificate from Chico State University, California Association for the Gifted Certified - 11th year of teaching - Teaching Philosophy: To instill a love of learning that will last throughout your child’s life.

After School

School Web Site: www.fcusd.org/rve Contact Information School Web Site: www.fcusd.org/rve Parent/Student Handbook available-online Parent Rights and Responsibility-online Student Conduct Code-online Principal email: tpeterso@fcusd.org Teacher email: ehung@fcusd.org Office Phone: 916-294-2435

Pull up to within 18” of the curb

Pull forward to the yellow zone to drop off or pick up

Do not double park to pick up or drop off

Don’t leave cars unattended in the yellow or red zones.

Typical Schedule 8:25-9:10 EARLY Reading, Early BASE,-SIPPS 9:10-9:40 Late Arrival - Morning Business- Attendance, Lunch, Writers Workshop, Calendar Math 9:40-10:00 Math - STEM 10:00-10:20 Recess 10:20-11:30 PLTW- STEM 11:30-12:10 Lunch 12:10-12:30 Stamina Reading & Accelerated Reading, STEM 12:20-1:40 STEM –Learning Center, Technology Arts, Technology, PLTW 1:40–1:52 Closure, Clean up 1:52 Early Dismissal, BASE, LATE Reading SIPPS 2:37 Late Dismissal *PE – We do physical activity daily. Students will meet with Crystal Idrogo for PE on Thursdays from 12:10-12:40 and Fridays from 11:00-11:30  * Friday Early/Late STEM centers * First Grade Music –Once a month

1st and 2nd grade Early/Late And BASE Program BASE Program Extended Day 1:52-2:37 8:25 – 1:52 AM Session 12 Students 24 Students 12 Students BASE Program Extended Day 8:25–9:10 9:10 – 2:37 PM Session

Learning Center Program for all grades K-5 Response to Intervention – RtI GATE Program Intervention Teacher Resource Teacher Grade Level Teachers Learning Center Individualized instruction Small Group instruction Classroom Teacher Fluency Comprehension Strategies Story analysis and readers theater.

Curriculum Reading/Phonics/Writing – SIPPS Language Arts – Benchmark Math – Pearson Realize Social Studies – Benchmark, Scholastic News, Second Step Science – PLTW (Project Lead the Way), EIE (Engineering is Elementary), Benchmark, Science Spin, AIMS – Integrated Math and Science Activities, Teacher created thematic units. Technology & Engineering – Bee-Bots, Magnaform Kits, Legos, STEM kits, Code.org, Scratch Jr. (Every child has access to Chromebooks, iPads, building kits and other various items. Students will sign a contract to treat these items respectfully and will lose privileges if they do not follow the agreement.)

Reading/Writing Comprehension Spelling (Tests on Friday) Homework Review, Practice, Games Leveled Math Reading/Writing Comprehension Spelling (Tests on Friday) Home Friday – Due Thursday Oral Reports (once a month) Second Step Acivities

Students will receive one of three letter grades….. Grading Students will receive one of three letter grades….. M – Meeting Proficiency in the Standard (Demonstrating Understanding-On Grade Level) D – Developing Proficiency in the Standard (Learning- Approaching Grade Level) L – Limited Proficiency in the Standard (Below Grade Level)

Behavior Incentive plan School Rules – Respectful, Responsible, Safe Class Focus: Kindness & Character Building Clip Chart Group Points Rocket Tickets Fun Friday OR Study Hall Class Rewards

Riverview School-wide Positive Behavior Support Program Anti-Bullying Program Second Step B.E.S.T. Building Effective Schools Together Positive Behavior Support – B.E.S.T. Right-On Rockets Tickets to reward positive behavior Riverview Rockets Are: Respectful, Responsible, Safe Recognition Assembly Behaviorist Support Systematic Supervision Training for all staff Social and Emotional support with district MFT’s and Social workers.

Additional Information Field Trips & Enrichment Illness (NO fever, vomit, or extreme cough for 24 hours) Water Bottles only water during instructional time Handy Helper Volunteers (Cleared through FCUSD with badge) Communication – EMAIL ehung@fcusd.org, Schedule a meeting. Shutterfly Shoes (Shoes they can tie on their own) Supplies Constant Supplies (Prize Box) Allergies & Birthdays - Alternative birthday treats. Email list shared for invitations. (Shutterfly Share)

PERSONAL PROPERTY – Do not bring it to school. THE SCHOOL IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR STUDENTS' DAMAGED OR LOST PERSONAL PROPERTY.  Toys, balls, music players, electronic devices, stuffed animals, party invitations, or any personal property are not to be brought to school, unless requested by the student's teacher.  1st offense = Confiscation and returned at end of day.   2nd Confiscation = Parent pick-up.  3rd Confiscation = Return last day of school.

STEM, Science and engineering practices are designed to strengthen and develop students understanding of the nature of science and engineering. 1. Asking questions and defining problems 2. Developing and using models 3. Planning and carrying out investigations 4. Analyzing and interpreting data 5. Using mathematics and computational thinking 6. Constructing explanations and designing solutions 7. Engaging in argument from evidence 8. Obtaining, evaluating, and communicating information

Science Curriculum Riverview STEM Academy will use Project Lead The Way, known as PLTW as the primary STEM curriculum. PLTW is an innovative, project-based approach that fosters collaboration and builds critical thinking skills. PLTW aligns to Common Core State Standards for Math and English Language Arts, Next Generation Science Standards, and other national and state standards.

Additional Science Curriculum Engineering, It’s Elementary AIMS – Integrated Math and Sciences Activities iReady Assessment and student lessons Aerojet – Aerospace curriculum BeeBots Robotics Accelerated Math Accelerated Reader Virtual Field Trips and Conferences Education City – ELA, Math, & Science District Adopted ELA, Math, & Social Studies

Traffic, Safety, and “Getting the Day off to a good start.” Pull up to within 18” of the curb to load and unload from the curbside Don’t leave car unattended in the yellow or red zones. If you are going to leave your car unattended, park it on the street or parking lot. Pull forward to the yellow zone to drop off or pick up Do not double park to pick up or drop off

Wait… don’t go…. One more thing….ok two more things Please label ALL your child’s belongings, especially backpacks, coats, sweaters, and lunch boxes. Please send your child with a snack (PACKED SEPARATELY FROM THEIR LUNCH) each day. If you see one of my library books accidentally come home, please be sure to return it as I do not allow students to take my class books home (They accidentally get mixed in with their things from time to time).

I look forward to an amazing year with your kids! Thank You! I look forward to an amazing year with your kids!