Welcome to Curriculum Night Mrs. Hart’s Class 4/5 Elementary Advanced Program 2016-2017

Meet Mrs. Hart Education Teaching Experience Family Other ----- Meeting Notes (9/18/12 15:55) ----- Whitworth 26 years, Shoreline, BC, K-3, Jr/Sr high, reg and spec ed husband, children volunteering, church, riding, writing other duties at school

Communication Online Blog Check the website frequently www.nsd.org Urgent needs call the office 408-4100 Classroom 408-4147 shart@nsd.org Absentee line 425-408-4110 (Describe symptoms for illness) ----- Meeting Notes (9/18/12 15:55) ----- call home for homework help don't abuse privilege

Schedule First Bell 8:42, School begins 8:45 Dismissal 3:15 (1:45 On Wednesdays)

Daily Folders and Homework Accordion Folders and/or Binders and Agendas Everyday Friday Folders (Out on Friday, Returned on Monday) Homework almost every day (see agenda) Read every night, at least 20-30 minutes. (Variety is good!) It is the student’s responsibility to recognize the need for extra practice. Projects: Student choice encouraged, but should be student’s own work. Check at home, but should be student’s own work. ----- Meeting Notes (9/18/12 15:55) ----- initial agendas nightly, sign Friday folders

Behavior P.A.W.S. Practice Safety, Act Responsibly, Work toward your personal best, Show Respect Expectations Class rewards – House Points

Reading Curriculum Lucy Calkins Reading Mock Newbery Club Words Their Way (Phonics) Supplemental Materials

Writing Curriculum Lucy Calkins Writing Program Words Their Way Spelling/Phonics Zaner-Bloser Handwriting (Cursive) Supplemental Materials

Math Curriculum 4th Grade: 6th Grade Standards (Mrs. Philips M-TH) 5th Grade: 7th Grade Standards (Mrs. Hart M-F) Curriculum Includes: Holt 1 Holt 2 Engage NY Math Curriculum Math Assessment Project (MAP) Website for Parents and Students http://www.nsd.org http://www.khanacademy.org

Health Great Body Shop 4th Grade - Community Safety, Let’s Talk Teeth, The Digestive System, No Smoking, It’s My Body, Be Cool Keep Clean, Stay Drug Free, Your Incredible Hearing Machine 5th Grade – First Aid, Human Growth and Development, Safety, Nutrition, Beecher Cheese Workshop

Science and Social Studies Overview Based on Essential Questions to guide learning. Adapted and expanded for all students. Planned with standards and student interest in mind. Customizable to go where the students want to take it.

Science Weather, Erosion and Landforms Variables Ecosystems Science Fair Modifications from sciencematters.com and personal materials.

Social Studies Civics and Government Exploration and Mapping Colonialism and Independence Westward Expansion WA State geography and landforms

Report Cards and Conferences Report Cards 2 times a year Progress Reports 1 time a year November conference for all, March conference for some, and/or as needed. Possibility of student led conferences. Grading: 4, 3, 2, 1 ----- Meeting Notes (9/18/12 15:55) ----- optional spring conference, telephone conference option,

Invitations to Parties Allergies District recommendations Birthdays Invitations to Parties Allergies District recommendations ----- Meeting Notes (9/18/12 15:55) ----- invitations at school--invite ALL or send other ways don't expect that don't expect treats or something brought in non-food and store bought

Assessments 5th Grade – Science MSP (Spring) All Grades - Smarter Balanced Assessments (April – May) Unit Assessments in Writing and Reading Possible other assessments: Individualized Reading Records STAR reading assessments Math tests and quizzes

Volunteers Forms Training/confidentiality/read and sign information packet Field Trip Classroom (Party Planner, Teacher Help, Art Docent) Present Expertise to the Class From home

Social Emotional Well-Being for Gifted Students Growth Mindset Depth of Questioning Responsibilities and Expectations Will share resources as I find them. www.sengifted.org www.nagc.org

Sign up for a Conference District information form Complete volunteer form PTA Pass the Hat Fundraiser? Note to your child Questions and Answers?