Ms. Hevia

Meet the Teacher Barry University Alumni Bachelors in Elementary Education ESOL & Gifted Endorsed 11th Year Teaching

Wednesdays Only 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. School Hours School Hours Mon./Tues./Thurs./Fri. 8:00 a.m-3:00 p.m. Wednesdays Only 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.

Class Supplies Supply list is posted on my website. School agenda and The Leader in Me binder is $15.00. It will be available for purchase online. Every student must purchase it by August 31st. Students will have the first week of school to gather and organize supplies.

Schedule Schedule/Specials Math 8:00-9:20 Spanish 9:20-10:10 PE   Math 8:00-9:20 Spanish 9:20-10:10 PE 10:10-10:40 D.E.A.R (MWF), Recess (T, TH) 10:40-11:00 Lunch 11:00-11:30 Writing 11:30-12:00 Music (M,TH) Art (T, F) 12:00-12:30 Reading 12:30-2:00 Science 2:00-2:30 Social Studies 2:30-3:00 Clean-up/ Dismissal 3:00

Schedule Wednesday Schedule Math 8:00-9:20 Spanish 9:20-10:10 PE   Math 8:00-9:20 Spanish 9:20-10:10 PE 10:10-10:40 D.E.A.R (MWF), Recess (T, TH) 10:40-11:00 Lunch 11:00-11:30 Writing 11:30-12:00 Science 12:0-12:30 Reading 12:30-2:00 Clean-up/ Dismissal 2:00

Attendance Policy Unexcused Absences For every 3 unexcused absences a school referral will be given. Excused Absences For every 10 excused absences a school referral will be given. Only 10 handwritten notes are acceptable. A doctor’s note is required after 10 absences. Tardies For every 10 tardies a school referral will be given.

Homework Policy Students will be assigned home learning on a daily basis. Home learning assignments will be recorded in the agenda. Home learning will reflect the concepts covered in class. Please review your child’s agenda on a daily basis to stay informed regarding all assignments, tests, due dates and teacher notes. Incomplete home learning may affect the student’s grades.

Curriculum Rigorous Curriculum New Science Curriculum FSA Testing in Reading and Math (Exact Dates Forthcoming)

MGA Grading Scale 100% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% Category: Weighted Percentage: Tests 40% Classwork 25% iReady/Presentation/Projects 15% Home-learning/Quizzes 20% Minutes Completed/Passed: Percentage: 45 mins or more completed 1 session 70% or higher 100% 44-40 mins completed 90% 39- 35mins completed 80% 34-30 mins completed 70% 29-25 mins completed 60% 24-20 mins completed 50% 19-0 mins completed 0% If a student does not have a passing session of 70% or higher, 10% will be deducted off the final percentage.

Grading

MGA Classroom Economy There is a school-wide classroom economy system that will be implemented by all the teachers. It’s an excellent tool for teaching financial responsibility and children will enjoy it as well. They can earn bonus cash for performance in class, improvement on academics, behavior, compliments from other teachers, and staying organized. There will be penalties for dishonesty, disrespect, missed homework assignments, and persistent off task behavior.

Uniform Policy Students are expected to wear the correct uniform on a daily basis. Girls: Culottes or pants in navy or tan. Polo shirt in white, teal, or navy blue with school logo. Boys: Pants in navy blue or tan with black belt. Polo shirt in white, teal, or navy with school logo. For both boys and girls: Shoes MUST be solid black, including the bottom soles and shoelaces. Only Mater Gardens shoelaces are allowed. Sweaters: Navy blue jacket or cardigan with school logo. Uniforms are mandatory, no exceptions!

Parental Involvement Parents are required to volunteer 30 hours per child and 15 for each additional sibling. Below are some options for completing the volunteer hours: Cafeteria Assistance Classroom Assistance Special School Events Classroom Donations (receipt MUST be turned into teacher ) Wish List Items (receipt MUST be turned into teacher) Field Trip Chaperones Parents must register online and have a volunteer number in order to participate in field trips. There will usually be two chaperones allowed per field trip.

Parental Involvement

Dismissal Dismissal will be at 3:00 p.m. everyday except on Wednesdays which will be at 2:00 p.m. There will be no dismissal five minutes before 3:00 p.m. for any dismissal group, bus, aftercare, parent-pickup, or walkers. Parents must notify the bus company regarding the dismissal time. The school will send a notification to participating bus companies as well; therefore, we need a list of bus students. The parking lot gate will not be opened prior to 3:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. on Wednesdays. Before leaving tonight, please sign in how your child will be dismissed this school year.

Communication If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. You can contact me through e-mail or Class Messenger, which will be checked on a daily basis. This will help minimize interruptions in the instructional process. Please schedule an appointment for conferences and refrain from interfering with morning drop-off and afternoon dismissal procedures. Ms. Hevia’s email: thevia@matergardens.com Class Messenger - Hevia Squad Class Code: SMK9KG

Important Information On the 1st day of school you can walk students to their classroom in the morning. In the afternoon, you will need to pick them up from the classroom as well. Silent Dismissal will begin the 2nd day of school. MGA is going virtual for cash collection. (ex: jean days, field trips, agenda, etc.) Lunch will still need to be paid in cash. Active shooter drills will be taking place throughout the school year. Summer Projects will be collected and graded the second week of school.