1. Mr. Cook 5th Grade Math and Social Studies
Hi, I’m Mr. Cook!

2. About me I have a wonderful wife!
I have twin girls that turn 6 in September.
My son, Levi, turns 1 in October.
I love my family, I love my town, and I love teaching!

3. About me
I coach JV football and varsity track.

4. My roots
I grew up in Flushing, played football and baseball, and now live here with my family.

5. Michigan Football
Michigan Football

6. Brain and Motion Break

7. Back to School: How to be Successful
Be Prepared
Do you have your materials?
Are you on time?
Are you following routines?
Be positive
You are going to fail, so learn.
Choose to make each day a good day.
Do your best in everything you do.
Be kind
Treat others how you want to be treated
Understand that all of you are a part of our community.
Instead of looking for differences, look for similarities.

8. Positive thoughts, bring positive results!
“I don’t get it, I’m dumb”
“I can’t do it, its too hard”
“I can’t do math”
“Its good enough”
Change your thoughts, change your life!
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9. 5th Grade Expectations: Be Respectful
Respect yourself
You represent yourself, your family, our classroom, and our school.
Respect others
Treat others how you want to be treated.
Treat me with respect, and I will treat you with the same!
Make eye contact
Respond respectfully
Understand that I am here for YOU!
Limit conversation when I am teaching.
Pay attention!
My Role:
Be on time and be present.
Be patient and answer questions.
Respect your thoughts, and feelings.
Understand that you do not have all the answers. (Neither do I!)
Communicate about:
Absences
Changes in Routines
Upcoming assignments and tests.
Hold both myself, and you accountable for our actions.

10. 5th Grade Expectations: Be Responsible
Be Prepared!
Bring your binder each day.
Take care of the papers in your binder.
Keep your planner in your binder and actually use it!
Completed every Monday
Bring a pencil, or sharpen it when you get here.
Have your pen, and independent work ready to go after you do your warm up activity.
Complete independent work before class starts.
You should have no homework!!! 7k

11. 5th Grade Expectations: Be Safe
Transitions
We will be changing classes, and traveling around the building (Specials, lunch, recess), keep your hands to yourself.
Follow Safety Procedures:
Tornado Drill: Girls Bathroom
Fire Drill:
Line up immediately
Last person checks the room and shuts the door.
Wait quietly outside for Mr. Steinhaus
Lockdown:
ZERO TALKING!
Stay calm!
Make a plan!
Run, hide, fight!

12. How do I get a 3 (Proficient)
Understand what you are learning
I CAN STATEMENTS ON THE BOARD AND IN PACKETS
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Show that you can perform the skill independently
Without my assistance, or guidance
Show that you can perform, or master the skill consistently, (more than once).

13. How do I get a 2 (Partially Proficient)?
Somewhat understand what you are learning
I CAN STATEMENTS ON THE BOARD AND IN PACKETS
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Show that you can perform the skill with teacher/peer help
Without my assistance, or guidance
Show that you can perform, or master the skill sometimes.
Show little, or no work to support your answers, or conclusions.

14. How do I get a 1 (Below Grade Level)?
DO NOT understand what you are learning
I CAN STATEMENTS ON THE BOARD AND IN PACKETS
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You cannot perform the skill, or refuse to do so.
Show no evidence that you can perform, or master the skill.
Show little, or no work to support your answers, or conclusions.

15. How do I get a 4 (Exceeds Learning Standard)?
You understand and can explain to others what you are learning
I CAN STATEMENTS ON THE BOARD AND IN PACKETS
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You perform the skill independently, and consistently.
You show a deeper understanding of the skill by completing the performance task independently, or you score 100% on all quizzes and tests.
Show evidence to support your answers.

16. Mr. Cook, will I fail?
I expect ALL of you to be on grade level!!!

17. Brain Break Discuss your feelings on earning a 1, 2, 3, or 4.
What questions do you have?
Do you have any concerns?
Touch 4 walls
Shake 12 hands
Play one person in rock, paper, scissors

18. Plan to Succeed? Fill out your planner and review it daily.
Work hard in class so you don’t have homework.
Fail, try, fail again, keep trying until you get it.
Do your best.
Pay attention during lessons.
Ask questions!
Be excited to come to school!
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19. Now that I’ve stepped into the spotlight, its time to turn it on you;)
Work with a partner to fill out your spotlight

20. Welcome Back 5th Graders!
Please do the following:
Pick up your Google Classroom Form and BYOD form.
Fill out and turn in any paperwork (busing, permission slips)
Sign up for conferences
Parent sign up for Holiday Parties

21. Arrival Expectations Hallway Lunch Choice Planner
Place your backpack, coat, and anything that does not belong in class in your locker.
Lockers are small! Do not bring things that are too big! Instruments for band, and large projects can be stored in the back of the room neatly.
Use the bathroom, get a drink, and GET TO CLASS!
My cutoff for saying good morning, and getting settled is 9:08!
Lunch Choice
You are to make your lunch choice on your way into class.
Lunch person is to take it down after announcements.
Planner
We will start each day with reviewing your planner! Get it out, be ready to learn!

22. Departure Expectations
Dismissal is at 3:51, we will begin getting ready to leave at 3:45 each day.
NOTE: On Tuesdays, you will get ready before PE, and be dismissed directly from PE.
Get your backpack and coat, and bring it to class.
Then put your books into your bag!
Stack your chairs every day
Sit on desks, and wait until the bell rings.
You may:
Talk
Play games on your phone
When I am here: Play silent ball, or another game

23. Technology Expectations
Be Responsible
You are responsible for what is on your screen AT ALL TIMES
Stay focused on what you are supposed to be doing in class
Do not add games, or apps to chrome that will distract you.
Be Respectful
Treat the keyboard and monitor with respect.
Do not pick the keys off, or bend the monitor back further than needed.
Be respectful to classmates online. Your comments are public and are able to be seen by me, Mr. Steinhaus, and parents.
Be Safe
Stay away from chat rooms, social media of any kind, sending videos, or viewing inappropriate materials.

24. Google Classroom
We will use Google Classroom daily for Writing and Social Studies.

25. Bathroom Expectations
Be Respectful
Clean up after yourself
Respect others’ privacy
Use kind words
Use an appropriate voice
Be Responsible
Flush toilet
Report writing, damage, and inappropriate behavior to a teacher
Use restroom with permission only
Use your time appropriately
Be Safe
Wash hands with soap and warm water
Use sinks, stalls, and toilets appropriately
Keep food out of the bathroom

26. Bathroom Expectations
Be Trustworthy!
3 people in the bathroom at one time.
All others wait patiently in the hallway.
Use the bathroom, wash your hands, leave the bathroom.
Do not:
Hang on the doors, jump on the doors, or kick the doors.
Play in the water, or make a mess in the bathroom for someone else.
Horseplay, or push each other around.
Put someone else in an uncomfortable situation.
YOU BREAK IT YOU BUY IT!

27. Office Expectations Be Respectful Be Responsible Be Safe
Use manners: Please and Thank you
Wait patiently for your turn
Hold the door for others
Smile and be polite
Be Responsible
Make sure you have your pass or information ready for Mrs. Hendry
Wait your turn, and tell Mrs. Hendry why you are there
Only visit the office with permission
Be Safe
Let others with emergencies go first
Tell your teacher before going to the office
Stay on front side of the counter unless given permission
Be aware of allergies

28. Cafeteria Expectations
Be Respectful
Talk to those near you
Use manners: Please and Thank You
Greet and compliment the people that serve you food
Eat your own food
Be kind to others who want to sit by you
Be Responsible
Clean up after yourself, and help others
Stay in your seat
Make good food choices
Be Safe
Keep hands, feet, and food to yourself
Exit in an orderly fashion. Please don’t run
Wash hands or use hand sanitizer on the way back from lunch

29. Hallway Expectations Be Respectful Be Responsible Be Safe Be quiet!
Walk quietly
Be kind to each other, and kids in other classes
Be Responsible
Take pride in our space
Set a good example for others
Be Safe
Walk on the right side of the hallway
Be careful and watch where you are going
Walk safely

30. Recess/Playground Expectations
Be Respectful
Use appropriate language
Follow directions when it’s time to line up
Use good sportsmanship, and include others
Be kind
Be Responsible
Report dangerous behavior
Line up quickly and quietly when the bell rings
Pick up garbage
Take turns
Be Safe
Use playground equipment properly
Get permission before leaving the playground
Keep hands and feet to yourself

31. Recess/Playground Expectations
Equipment
If you take anything from our room, YOU are responsible for bringing it back in
If you wish to bring your own ball, you can, and you may keep it in the closet.
Lunch Basket
Only the two designated people may take the lunch basket. They do not need 5 people to help.
Do not bring food back from lunch
Take your lunch pail home at the end of the day