5th Grade Transition Meeting Mrs. Coleman Ms. Roper Mrs. Washington-Clark Mrs. Winston

Today’s Topics… Uniform Policy Rules/Consequences/Classroom Procedures Code of Conduct Field trips Planners / Homework Houses CFAs/ASPIRE AR Math Facts BYOD 5th Grade Honors Day Contact Information

Uniform Policy Top Girls- White “Peter Pan” collar shirt or ruffled button down ONLY. White undershirts ONLY Bottom Girls- Khaki uniform pants (NO side pockets, NO jeans, NO flared legs, NO baggy pants. Khaki uniform shorts/Leinkauf plaid skirts should be no shorter than 4” above the knee, NO side pockets, NO jean shorts. PLAID #45. White tights. Socks Girls-White crew socks above the ankle. Belts-Solid dark brown or black belt purchased at a uniform store. No character buckles or rings.

Uniform Policy Top Boys-Hunter green polo shirt with 3-button front. Shirts must be tucked in at all times. Bottom Boys-Khaki uniform pants (NO side pockets, NO jeans, NO flared legs, NO baggy pants.) No khaki uniform shorts shorter than 4” above the knee, NO side pockets, NO jean shorts). Pants should be neatly hemmed at the correct length (NO cuffs). Socks- White crew socks above the ankle. Shoes-Solid black or white sneakers. Earrings- are not allowed.

Spirit Day (Wednesday) Uniform Policy Outerwear (To be purchased at uniform stores only.) Sweater for Boys: Green cardigan or v-neck pullover. Sweater for Girls: Green cardigan This is the only approved outerwear for field trips. Spirit Day (Wednesday) Girls: Leinkauf plaid skirt, white peter-pan collar shirts, hunter-green cardigan or blazer with crest. Plaid #45. Boys: Uniform khaki pants, white button down shirt, hunter green blazer with crest. Leinkauf Spirit t-shirts are to be worn only on Friday.

Arrival and Dismissal Arrival Morning Duty Breakfast Dismissal Bus Riders Van Students After School Care Walkers Monroe Michigan Flagpole

CODE OF CONDUCT 5 Categories of Offenses: Group A- behaviors which disrupt the classroom. Group B- serious disruptions, skipping school, leaving campus Group C- illegal behavior such as arson, theft, and assault Group D- substance abuse Group E- weapons Resource officers will be notified Groups C, D, and E

Classroom Rules 1. Always follow directions 2. Keep hands, feet and objects to yourself. 3. Raise your hand to speak/leave your seat. 4. Respect others and their belongings. 5. Walk quietly at all times.

Consequences Schoolwide- Class Dojo Behavioral Management System Green- Ready to learn! Great Job! Red- Write and reflect --Loss of 1 Dojo point Purple- Teacher’s choice --Loss of 2 Dojo points Black- Student-teacher conference Parent-teacher conference Referral to office -Loss of 3 Dojo points

Rewards Verbal praise Pull a prize from treasure box. Candy jar Extra computer time Positive notes home Dojo points added

Homework Students will be assigned homework Mon-Thurs in most subjects-checked daily Homework must be complete in order to receive full credit

Houses We are planning to continue the Leinkauf “Houses” this school year. Just as last year, Wednesday will be designated as school spirit day. Students will dress up by wearing green blazers, white button-down shirts and Leinkauf plaid ties. The blazers, shirts and ties are available at Uniform R Us (located in the plaza at the corner of Government Blvd. and Pleasant Valley Rd. next to Mertz School). Also, House patches can be purchased from the office for $5.00.

CFA Common Formative Assessment ALL students are tested in Math, Science, and Reading each quarter. Results count 20% of child’s quarter grade! (more than a normal test grade) CFA objectives taught throughout the quarter.

Aspire Tests Aspire is administered in April (Reading, Math and Language Arts.) Attendance is EXTREMELY important during these tests. Parent/Teacher Conferences

A.R. What is Accelerated Reader? A.R. is a computerized learning information system. The students take a STAR Reading test at the beginning of the school year. The STAR reading reports give us teachers valuable information on student’s reading practice and literacy skills development. STAR reading results determine the range of books that will challenge the student without frustration or loss of motivation.

A.R. The students read an AR book, then logs into the AR program to take a quiz for that book. The student answers between 5 and 20 questions on the book. The student receives points towards their goal for every book they read. The goal is to have every child meet their AR goal by the end of the quarter. (100%)

How can parents help with A.R.? -Make sure he/she is reading every night. -Allow your child to read his/her book to you. -Ask questions about what he/she is reading!

Math Facts Your child is responsible for knowing their multiplication and division facts for mastery. They will be tested weekly and quarterly in the classroom.

BYOD -Students are allowed to bring a personal device to school for the purpose of learning. Note: Cell phones are not considered “Personal Devices” for BYOD at Leinkauf. NO CELLPHONES ARE ALLOWED!

Honors Day Students will receive awards for the following: A honor roll A/B honor roll Perfect attendance (Zero absences/tardies) Satisfactory conduct

Fifth Grade Cross-Over Ceremony Promotion Ceremony Date TBD Proper Attire Required Girls Solid White Dress White or Black (low heel) shoes Boys White Buttoned-Down Shirt Tie Dark Blue/Black Pants and Shoes Dark Colored Belt

Field Trips Gulf Quest Museum DeSoto Caverns

Mrs. Coleman’s Contact information Email: atcoleman@mcpss.com Phone: 251-221-1495 Connect with me on Class Dojo!

Ms. Roper’s Contact Information Email: croper@mcpss.com Phone: 251-221-1495 Connect with me on Class Dojo!

Mrs. Washington-Clark’s Contact Information Email: cclark@mcpss.com Phone: 251-221-1495 Connect with me on Class Dojo!

Mrs. Winston’s Contact Information Email: bwinston@mcpss.com Phone: 251-221-1495 Connect with me on Class Dojo!

The End! Expect a great 5th grade year!