Welcome to First Grade! Mrs. Megan Johnson 2011-2012

Meet Mrs. Johnson This is my 7th year at RES. I am married to Mr. Johnson, who teaches 2nd grade here at RES. We have a puppy named Coach. I love to travel, take photographs, and learn about different cultures.

Parent Packet Allergies Classroom rules, consequences, rewards Behavior management Schedule (see packet) Gym shoes are needed every day! Library books due on Wednesdays!

Parent Packet cont… Lunch Birthday treats Book orders Absenteeism Café Prepay Lunch money with first and last name Birthday treats PLEASE NO PRODUCTS WITH PEANUTS See list for treat suggestions Book orders Absenteeism

report cards Citizenship/Conduct 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Accepts responsibility for own behavior Cooperates, works, and plays well with peers Shows self-control Follows class and school rules Respects rights, feelings, and property of others The grades in first grade are based on a number system (1, 2, 3, 4) We typically do not assess at level 4 until 3rd and 4th quarters with reading fluency More information on Parent Sheet

Curriculum See Parent Packet for information about: READING WRITING SPELLING MATH

Curriculum FUNDATIONS Phonemic Awareness Phonics Spelling

Curriculum cont… “TARGET TIME” All 4 first grade classes will be participating in Target Time. This is a time when students are put in groups according to their ability level and participate in learning activities, mini lessons, and computer programs.

Homework Read EVERY night! Practice writing the spelling words Work not completed in class is considered homework. It will be marked with an “H”. Review math facts, high frequency words

Setting Goals in First Grade Allows students to take ownership of their learning and monitor their growth Data Folders Class goals Spelling Reading Math Behavior Individual goals

Don’t forget! Fill out the directory form and give to me. Sign up for a conference time and PTO volunteer opportunities (in the commons). You can pick up pictures from last year in the commons. They are organized by your child’s teacher from last year. Sign the RES Code of Conduct and calendar form (in the calendar) and give to me. Please call or email me with any questions or concerns!

Thank you for coming! I’m looking forward to a great school year with you and your children!