“All I Needed to Know I Learned in Kindergarten…” -Robert Fulghum

Welcome to Curriculum Night 2 Welcome to Curriculum Night Mrs. Angela Cochran Kindergarten “Education is not the learning of facts, but the training of the mind to think. -Albert Einstein

Angela Cochran I live in the Foothills with my husband Kevin, 10 year old son Kaden, and his dog Neo Lived in Phoenix for 14 years I like hiking and long distance running I am a volunteer and advocate for Phoenix Children’s Hospital My passion is to motivate, engage, inspire and teach all children!

Kaden

Neo

Contact Information Room Phone - 480-541-2386 School Email- acochran@kyrene.org Cerritos Front Office- 480-541-2200 Cerritos Health Office- 480-541-2220 Please feel free to contact me no matter how small the problem might be.

Daily Routine Arrival: School Starts Promptly at 7:40am ~ Avoid Tardies Lunch: 10:55-11:15 Pack or Purchase Dismissal Changes: By, e-mail or phone call to office Snack: Daily, send something small, cheese stick, granola bar Backpack: Send daily with Communication Folder inside Communication Folder: Send all non emergency items thru Toys and Items From Home: Please leave at home unless it’s your child’s turn for Show and Tell Library Books: Return No later than Thursday each week

Curriculum CKLA, Core Knowledge Language Arts 8 Curriculum CKLA, Core Knowledge Language Arts Skills/Listening and Learning Engage New York-Math Investigations in Number, Data, and Space. Health and Fitness Social Studies/Science Handwriting

Standards and Daily Objectives Arizona Standards for ELA and Math Each academic area has academic objectives I can …. Your child will know exactly what is expected

Learning Goals Each child will rate their learning 4: I feel confident, I can teach my peers. 3: I know it just the way I should. 2: The light is coming on, but I still need some help 1: I have no idea

Leadership Notebooks Are used all year long Help students monitor their own progress Part of the leadership model Used in “Student Led Conferences” in the fall and spring

Discipline CARES We are Howling for Learning Cooperation, Accountability, Respect, Excellence and Safety Each child starts the day off amazing Warnings will be given so your child is aware their behavior needs corrected. After numerous warnings and time to reflect, if the behavior still continues recess may be taken away for a few minutes if necessary. A “Think Sheet” may be sent home for a parent signature We are Howling for Learning

Homework Read 15 minutes per night minimum 13 Homework Read 15 minutes per night minimum You read and then they read when ready. Work on CKLA Dolch Words Practice letters, Sounds, Counting, Handwriting and basic skills Student Specific Work

Specials Monday- Music Tuesday- Art Wednesday- No Special Thursday- P.E. Computer Lab Friday- Library Makerspace

Goals Creativity Students will exercise their imagination through purposeful play. Critical Thinking Students will use knowledge gained through our curriculum to explore and expand their knowledge with hands on learning. Communication Students will develop their listening and speaking skills as they work in teams and present ideas. Courage Students will learn that failure gets you one step closer to a solution. Failure sparks innovation! Collaboration Students will work together to brainstorm, problem solve, and “make stuff” in partnerships, teams, and small groups.

Student Leader of the Week Make Poster Bring in Photos We will write a story using these Star Leader book for your child

Volunteers Class Parties: Winter and End of Year Party Computer Lab Volunteers Read to Class Confidentiality Agreement Probable start date after “Fall Break”

School Policies Birthdays - We will celebrate! Please do not send treats. Dress Code - No open backs, spaghetti straps, shorts and skirts must be fingertip length, careful with dresses, appropriate sayings and images. Snack - No nuts Transportation - Notify changes to office Lunch Money – Set account up online or send in a sealed envelope with name.

Miscellaneous Information Keep an extra set of clothes in your child’s cubby, just in case! Party Money and Class T-Shirt Money

Beginning The Seven Habits Cerritos, A Leadership Academy

What are we going to do with that one chance? What Are the 7 Habits? Based on the work of Stephen and Sean Covey We only get one chance to prepare our students for a future that none of us can possibly predict. What are we going to do with that one chance? ~Stephen Covey

Why a Leadership Focus? We believe that every child possesses leadership skills. We believe that every child will serve as a leader in some way, either in their careers or with family and friends. We believe that character education is essential. We believe that students must be taught how to collaborate with others. We believe that leadership training will have a positive impact on student achievement.

The Habits: Habit 1: Be Proactive I have a “Can Do” attitude. I choose my actions, attitudes and moods. I don’t blame others. I do the right thing without being asked, even if nobody is looking.

Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind I plan ahead and set goals. I do things that have meaning and make a difference. I am an important part of my classroom. I look for ways to be a good citizen.

Habit 3: Put First Things First I spend my time on things that are most important. This means I say no to things I should not do. I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan. I am organized.

Habit 4: Think Win-Win I want everyone to be a success. I don’t have to put others down to get what I want. It makes me happy to see other people happy. I like to do nice things for others. When a conflict arrives, I help brainstorm a solution. We all can win!

Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to be Understood I listen to other people’s ideas and feelings. I try to see things from their viewpoints. I listen to others without interrupting. I am confident in voicing my ideas.

Habit 6: Synergize I value other people’s strengths and learn from them. I get along well with others, even people who are different from me. I work well in groups. I seek out other people’s ideas to solve problems. I know that “two heads are better than one”. I am a better person when I let other people into my life and work.

Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw I take care of my body by eating right, exercising, and getting sleep. I spend time with family and friends. I learn in lots of ways and lots of places.

Bringing It Home Read & discuss The 7 Habits for Happy Kids Use the language. i.e. “How could you be proactive in this situation?” Consider which habit your child is strong in. Which are weaknesses? Discuss & set goals. Talk about your strengths and weaknesses. Verbalize when a habit is used. Make a family mission statement. (Begin with the end in mind.) Model. i.e. Write out agendas and to-do lists. (Put first things first.)

Thank you for coming and sharing your child with me everyday!