Sra. Mauldin – 5th Grade Dual-Language Back to School Night 2017 – 2018 Character is our game! Sra. Mauldin – 5th Grade Dual-Language

Schedule

5th Grader traits: Becoming more independent Short-lived emotional extremes Competitive in work and play Stresses over fair versus unfair Need to be encouraged to be accountable for actions or decisions made Worries about grades Becoming more responsible, but does tend to forget

Goals Ensure success for all students by meeting individual needs through differentiated instruction Teach an enriched curriculum and maintain high expectations Promote responsibility and self-esteem Have fun while learning Prepare for junior school

CAMBRIDGE STARS – GAME ON! Cambridge Elementary has started the implementation of STAR Expectations. Our behavior plan uses data-based decision making to align curriculum and behavioral supports for students and staff. It is aimed at supporting a safe and effective school environment. STAR is the mnemonic for S-Stay Safe T-Take Pride A-Act Responsibly R-Respect Others

Junior Scientists! Expectations Labs Science Fair Materials SAFETY Labs Science Fair Materials **Students who do not behave in a safe manner will not be allowed to participate in hands on experiments **

Grades Classwork is 90% and homework is 10% of the 9 weeks average. Major project may count as two grades. AHISD’s grading policy, allows students to re-do assignments at the teacher’s discretion. You may notice that classwork is “checked”, but not graded or entered into the gradebook. We will only enter grades that reflect mastery of the TEK.P lease make sure you have set up the parent portal for HAC. You will be able to see grades & ask your child about missing work.

Homework Reading and Spelling homework are turned ion once a week on Fridays. Spelling words are posted on website and in agenda Math homework will be sent home a few times a week to ensure independent practice capabilities (students that cannot complete the work on their own should bring it back to class with questions written for teacher explanation)

Language Arts Homework Menus / Choice Weekly Expectations Due on Fridays Students have a choice menu for each assignment and may choose which activities they want to complete. Spelling is 4 activities for the week (words are posted on website and written in the agenda) Reading should have 3 reflections chosen from menu.

5TH Grade Field Trips & Activities T-BAR-M: Tuesday, November 14th Witte Museum: Monday, December 4th 5th Grade Track Meet, May 18th 5th Grade Pool Party, Wednesday, May 30th Graduation Ceremony/Last Day of School, Thursday, May 31st

COGAT & IOWA testing: January 9th-13th STAAR Testing Dates: STAAR Math will be on Tuesday, April 10th. STAAR Reading will be on Wednesday, April 11th. STAAR Science will be on Wednesday, May 16th. 2nd administration of STAAR Math: May 14 Reading: May 15 COGAT & IOWA testing: January 9th-13th

Classroom Technology Seesaw Quizzlet ClassCraft Prodigy Math

**School communications are sent in red folder** To sign up for quick text reminders: Remind App Text @5todual To phone number 81010 Longer or more detailed communication will be sent through email. **School communications are sent in red folder** My information: Email: wmauldin@ahisd.net Phone ext: 1337 Twitter: @sramauldin

Dallas Cowboy fan for life Contact Me! Email: wmauldin@ahisd.net Class Webpage: http://cambridge.ahisd.net/cms/One.aspx?portalId=8710&pageId=8399908 School Phone Number: 210-822-3611 You can also write a note in your child’s agenda! My Childhood! More Info! The Basics! I love: I am: Reading A Science Geek!! Learning Proudly bilingual My family Traveling A learner Food  and chocolate Dallas Cowboy fan for life The beach I was born in Texas and moved to Nicaragua when I was 13. I did not speak Spanish at the time and made it a goal of mine to become a fluent speaker. I moved back and forth between Texas and Nicaragua many times. Both hold a very special place in my heart and I call both places ’home’. My name is Winona Mauldin. I am married and have 2 amazing daughters. I am also the oldest of 10, so family is always a very important part of my life. We love to travel, spend time in new places, and exploring the great outdoors. My Education! This is my 8th year teaching. I previously taught at a bilingual school in Nicaragua and also here in the public school system in Texas. This is my first year at Alamo Heights and I am excited to join this district! I graduated from UTSA with a bachelors degree in Education. I also hold a Masters degree from Framingham University in International Education.

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