Mrs. Pfau’s 4th Grade Accel Class 2018 – 2019 School Year Welcome Parents! Mrs. Pfau’s  4th Grade Accel Class 2018 – 2019 School Year

A Little About Me My name is Mrs. Pfau I am the Mother of two children both of whom attend Doral Academy. This is my 4th year teaching at this magnificent school!  I worked at my previous school for 13 years; teaching 3rd grade the last 4 years that I worked there I am very excited to get to know your babies and work as a team with you throughout this school year to give your child the best 4th grade experience possible.

Our Class Information Classroom Rules: Posted on wall and discussed together. Rewards: *Verbal Praise *Moving up on our Behavior Chart *Treasure Box Rewards *Positive Parent Contact Consequences: 1st time a rule is broken - verbal warning 2nd time a rule is broken –Move clip down 1 position 3rd time a rule is broken – Move clip down 2 positions 4th time a rule is broken – Move clip down 3 positions. In addition, parent will be contacted if this occurs.  **Please keep in mind that patterns in our class Behavior Chart will be used to determine conduct grade. **This can effect Honor Roll status

***Three missing home learning assignments will result Students have daily home learning. They will copy assignments in their agendas every morning.  Daily A.R. Reading (30minutes)* (Graded Quarterly) Students will be assigned a goal. Meeting this goal determines their A.R. grade per quarter. Weekly iReady (Graded Quarterly) Students are required to complete 45 minutes of i-Ready Weekly. Week runs Monday to Sunday. Weekly completion will determine final i-Ready grade. ***Three missing home learning assignments will result  in a lunch detention ** Please keep in mind that home learning completion will directly impact your child’s effort grade. **This can effect Honor Roll 

Class Website . www.doralacademyes.org Weekly Topics Test Dates & Upcoming Events Important Announcements Home Learning Assignments (subject to change) Your  child is responsible for copying the assigned home learning daily in class in their agenda. www.doralacademyes.org

All students’ grades are available online on the parent portal! Student Grades All students’ grades are available online on the parent portal! http://www.dadeschools.net Click on Parents Click “Login to Portal”

Birthday Celebrations ONLY during lunch   11:35-12:05 Cupcakes and Juice 24 students 

*Morning Care and Afterschool Care at available through Leap Services. $ School Fees $ For Sale: Agenda School Folder Field Trip T-Shirt NOW ONLINE Lunch is $3.25 / Breakfast $2.25 ($0.40 for reduced price meals) *Applications are available online* Early Arrival Fee: $1.00 per minute (before 8:00 A.M.) Late Pick-up Fee: $1.00 per minute (after 3:15 P.M.) *Morning Care and Afterschool Care at available through Leap Services.

Doral Academy Attendance Policy Classroom door opens at 8:10 and instruction begins promptly at 8:30. Students are marked tardy after 8:30. (ALL tardies are unexcused) Tardies 7 tardies: Final notice note before referral 10 tardies: Referral issued 3 Referrals = Expulsion

Doral Academy Attendance Policy Unexcused Absences 5 unexcused absences – Referral will be written. Absences of more than five consecutive days must be excused by a doctor’s note. 3 Referrals = Expulsion Excused Parent Notes Only 10 parent notes are allowed in a school year, when you have reached your parent note limit only doctor’s note will be accepted. Notes to excuse an absence will NOT be accepted after 48 hours.

Doral Academy Attendance Policy Early Dismissal Students will be penalized for excessive early dismissals. 10 unexcused early dismissals = referral . For the early dismissal to be considered excused a doctor/dentist note is required within 48 hours of the appointment. No child will be dismissed after 2:30 p.m. and Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. If your child needs to leave early for any excusable reason they must leave before 2:30 p.m. and Wednesday at 1:30 p.m.

Dismissal Procedures Parent Pickup 4th grade will dismiss in the drop off/ pick up area (MUST make a RIGHT after picking up child) Child must notify me when leaving Please, no “mini-conferences” at dismissal Rainy Day Dismissal Reminder! If any changes are made to your child’s usual dismissal, please call the school to notify me! After Care Students will report directly to after care teacher. Bus Students are supervised at the bus area.

Please remember to pull up completely to the car in front of you to keep traffic flowing.  Students can only get out of the car once in front of drop off sidewalk by the awnings. Students should be ready to get off the car on the side next to the sidewalk.

Have your pick up decal visible.

Policies @ D.A.C. NO items (home learning, book bags, projects, etc.) will be brought to the classroom after instruction has begun. Lunch boxes that are dropped off will be taken directly to the cafeteria and placed on an unsupervised table for your child to pick up during their scheduled lunch period. Our staff has increased, therefore NO PARKING IS ALLOWED IN THE FRONT!!!! If you must get off the car for any reason you must park in Carlos Albizu University. If you are running late you may NOT leave your child in aftercare unless they are pre-enrolled.

Florida Standard Assessment All fourth graders in the state of Florida will be taking the FSA assessment. This will test for Reading, Writing, and Math. The 2018-2019 FSA will take place during the months of April/May (specific dates will be given as they are released)  More information will be given during     FSA Parent Night.  Don’t panic 

Online Store Tutorial Online Store Tutorial 1. Log on to our school website www.doralacademy.org and select school (DAC or JAM) http://www.doralacademyes.org/ 2. On the HOME PAGE, click on the tab STORE 3. In the ONLINE STORE WEBSITE select a school (DAC or JAM). 4. After selecting the school, you will see all options available (Agenda, Jean Day, Field Trips …). 5. After selecting the item/event, click ADD items to CART. 6. Then LOGIN or CREATE a NEW ACCOUNT. 7. After logging in you can see the items in your cart and proceed with the purchase (here you MUST SELECT A STUDENT) 8. If creating a new account, go to “items in your cart” and proceed with the purchase, but you will be prompted to add a student profile (FULL NAME & STUDENT ID) .Every item/event purchased must be linked to a student (Parents can have one account with more than one student profile.) *** The Online Store will NOT store your credit card information for security purposes.***

The Tale of Despereaux Please purchase from the On-Line Store by, Friday, August 24, 20018. Price: $7.00

Volunteer Hours STUDENT UNIFORMS Step-by-step instructions on how to become a cleared School Volunteer can be found on our school website School-wide volunteer opportunities can also be found on our school website, located under the parent tab, under PIA, through For alternative volunteer opportunities, please feel free to contact me

Stay Connected- School Wide Download this APP to stay in tune with school wide events and news. Join our group code: 24790

Honor Roll STUDENT UNIFORMS Uniform tops must be a solid color and bear the corresponding school logo Full length pants are required and may be black, grey, khaki or brown Closed toe shoes are required at all times. Sweaters/cardigans should not have visible labels on them (ex: PINK, Old Navy, etc.) 1st, 2nd, and 3rd quarter Honor Roll will be held inside classrooms with students only 4th Quarter and Year Round Honor Roll will be held in the cafeteria followed by the Book Fair and an outdoor celebration. Parents will be invited to the 4th Quarter Honor Roll

Perfect Attendance Policy STUDENT UNIFORMS Doral Academy and JAM award Perfect Attendance to students with zero absences and zero tardies. Please note that the DAC/JAM policy is different from the standard MDCPS policy for awarding perfect attendance To ensure students make their best effort to be present at school every day, referrals will be issued for the following: 5 unexcused absences = 1 referral 10 tardies = 1 referral 10 early releases = 1 referral Uniform tops must be a solid color and bear the corresponding school logo Full length pants are required and may be black, grey, khaki or brown Closed toe shoes are required at all times. Sweaters/cardigans should not have visible labels on them (ex: PINK, Old Navy, etc.)

Rolling Book Bags STUDENT UNIFORMS In order for students to be exempt from the “no rolling book bag” rule, a doctor must fill out the Physician Statement Form available at the nurse’s desk Students with a rolling book bag who do not have the required form on file will be asked to call home for a replacement book bag School nurse will keep a master list of all students requiring a rolling book bag We appreciate your cooperation in ensuring our students’ safety  Uniform tops must be a solid color and bear the corresponding school logo Full length pants are required and may be black, grey, khaki or brown Closed toe shoes are required at all times. Sweaters/cardigans should not have visible labels on them (ex: PINK, Old Navy, etc.)

PARENT COMMUNICATION THROUGH SOCIAL MEDIA & GROUP TEXTS We are lucky to live in a world full of technology and mass communication. We ask that you please be mindful of what is posted and texted through social media or group chats, such as What’s App or Messenger Should any situations arise or should you have any questions or concerns, please come to us first for clarifications or answers. This will avoid the spread of misinformation or rumors.

ACCEL CLASS Grade level curriculum with acceleration in core subjects. Student are selected based on performance, teacher recommendation and Gifted qualification.

Scholastic Book Clubs Our class code is P8BMJ  Online Ordering www.scholastic.com Our class code is P8BMJ Best way to help our class and meet your hours 

Our Schedule

Please take a moment to email me now with your child’s name Contact Information Email: cpfau@doralacademyes.org Phone: (305) 597 – 9999 Send a note in student agenda or paper Email is preferred! Please take a moment to email me now with your child’s name Example: Emily’s Mom

Ms. FERNANDEZ afernandez@doralacademyes.org Physical Education Ms. FERNANDEZ afernandez@doralacademyes.org Mr. ESCOLÀ nescola@doralacademyes.or g Mr. Montero dmontero@doralacademyes.org Mr. BARBOSA ebarbosa@doralacademyes.org

Physical Education Program In this program students will learn the benefits of a healthy lifestyle by implementing physical activity in their daily routine and mindful dietary choices. The promotion of better health habits is our number one priority. Very Important! Our Welcome Packet with specific information about Physical Education supplies and other necessary forms (ex. Physical Education Excuse Letter, and/or Contact Information form) are included with your Home Room Teacher’s Welcome Packet. Parent Contact Information Form MUST be entirely completed and turned in by Friday August 25th.

Physical Education Apparel and Grading Policy One Grade per week Grades (100 Point Scale) Skill Test Participation Team Work / Cooperation Written Assignment Written Test Behavior in Class Proper Uniform Mandatory Athletic Shoes Red PE Folder Highly Recommended Water Bottle/Jug Sunscreen Hat Sunglasses

Join A Team and/or Club Student Athletes must purchaseSchool Insurance. You can find purchase information on our school online store. www.doralacademyes.org under the feature Store- Student Accident Insurance Program. $20.00 one time fee for the school year. Boys Basketball Team. Coach Barbosa. Boys and Girls Basketball Club. Coach Barbosa and Coach Del Cristo. Cheerleading Coach Clancy and Coach Vanessa Abreu Seasonal Sports Club (This club will take place in the morning before school). TBD

Thank you For your Support and cooperation. Any Questions, coaches will be in their classrooms during open house hours.

Mr. ALVAREZ’S & MS. LOSADA’S MUSIC CLASS 2018-2019

The Musical Year at a Glance QUARTER 1 Music Theory, Rhythm Reading, Solfege, Composers & Musical Eras QUARTER 2 World Music/Holiday Music, Recorder, Rhythm Reading, Solfege, Composers and Musical Eras QUARTER 3 Music Theory Review, Recorder, Instrument Families, Rhythm Reading, Solfege, Composers and Musical Eras QUARTER 4 Musicals, Composers, Recorder, Rhythm Reading, Solfege, Composers and Musical Eras   *The quarterly topics are subject to change throughout the year.*

Music Supplies for 2nd & 3rd Grade For Students To Bring/Have For Music Class: -Pack of No.2 Pencils (Sharpened) -1 Black Two Pocket Folder (clearly marked with child’s name) -Line Paper in Folder (placed inside folder) -Pencil Sharpener -Index Cards

Music Supplies for 4th & 5th Grade For Students To Bring/Have For Music Class: -Pack of No.2 Pencils (Sharpened) -1 Black Two Pocket Folder (clearly marked with child’s name) -Line Paper in Folder (placed inside folder) -Musical Staff Paper (notebook or loose-leaf placed inside folder) -Pencil Sharpener -Index Cards -$7 for a Recorder (to be purchased in October from the Music Department/Doral Online Store ) For Students To Give To Ms. Losada and Mr. Alvarez: -1 Ream of Copy Paper

DAC ELEMENTARY CHORUS DAC Elementary Chorus Auditions for students in 3rd-5th grade will take place after school in the music room. Below are the Dates and Times: August 23th – Previous Chorus Member Meeting – 3:00pm-3:30pm August 27th – 3rd Grade Boys – 3:00pm-4:30pm August 28th – 3rd Grade Girls – 3:00pm-4:30pm August 29th – 4th Grade – 2:00pm-4:00pm August 30th – 5th Grade – 3:00pm-4:30pm August 31st – Make Ups– 3:00pm-4:00pm Audition Forms can be found on the Music Department Webpages or through Ms. Losada. DAC Elementary Chorus results will be posted on Tuesday September 4th. Our first meeting will be held on Thursday, September 6th in the music room from 3:00pm-4:00pm. Rehearsals will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00pm-4:30pm.

GUITAR WITH MR. ALVAREZ Mr. Alvarez will be offering guitar afterschool this year. For more information, please feel free to email Mr. Alvarez (juanalvarez@doralacademyes.org).

REMINDERS Please bring all materials during the first week of school. Students will receive their first home learning assignment of the year during the first week of school – due the second week of school. More detailed information about the Music Department including home learning assignments, projects, and more can be found in the Music Welcome Packet and on the Music Department Webpages on the DAC/JAM Website. If parents have any questions or concerns about the Music Department, please feel free to email Ms. Losada (plosada@doralacademyes.org) and Mr. Alvarez (juanalvarez@doralacademyes.org). This is the best way to reach us.

Spiral Notebook Please purchase over the weekend

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