1. Welcome to Mrs. Rosatelli’s Class!
See if you can find your child’s seat from their “Who Am I?” activity!

2. Mrs. Rosatelli
I graduated from Slippery Rock University in with a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Art for Elementary Education. I am currently working on receiving my Master’s Degree from SRU as a Reading Specialist.
I previously taught in Woodbridge, VA for 6 years in second grade. This is my second year at ECE.
My husband and I have a one-year-old daughter named Stella. 

3. Daily Schedule Morning Routine Math Writing Specials (10-:44-11:19)
Lunch (11:35-12:05)
Recess
C.A.R.E
Social Sciences
Reading (whole-group and guided)

4. Specials Day 1 PE Day 2 CIRC *Book Check Out
Day 3 World Languages (Spanish)
Day 4 Art
Day 5 Music
*Please remember to have students wear or bring sneakers on PE days.

5. What is CIRC?
CIRC stands for “Creativity, Innovation, and Research Center”.
This will be a rotation of library and technology time with various activities that coordinate with classroom learning.
Students will see three teachers: Mrs. Kelly, Miss Micco, and Mrs. Womer.
Our “Book Check Out” time is now different. We will not check out during specials anymore. We have a separate time. Ours is on Day 2 at 9:45.

6. Homework
I am testing out a new homework system this year! PLEASE feel free to give me any type of feedback that you have about it. Whether positive or negative, it will help me make the best choices for our students.
Each student should have a binder, this will be for homework. The student will receive a monthly “Spelling Menu” at the beginning of each month. Spelling words will come home every Monday on the Homework Log (posted online as well). They will choose activities from the menu, or self-created, to practice their words.

7. Homework
Students should also read at least 15 minutes per night. It can be independent or with someone.
On the log- write the spelling activity and the title of the book that was read.
Parents, you only need to sign the log at the end of the week- this tells me that you know they practiced their words & read. They do not need to turn in the actual activity. I will only be checking the logs on FRIDAY.
During the second nine weeks, a Reading Log will be added to the binder. It contains more information about what the students read.
Math will be assigned on an as-need basis in the Math Homework workbook.

9. Spelling:ABC order
Reading: Henry and Mudge
Spelling: Pyramid Words
Reading: Flat Stanley
Spelling: Jumping Jacks
Reading: Junie B. Jones
Spelling: Practice Test
Reading: Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!
Katie Rosatelli

10. Math Videos
The second grade teachers created math videos that will show you how a strategy is being used with examples. This will help you understand what your child is doing and will help with any math homework assigned.
Go to the Evans City webpage
Teacher Websites
Under ‘T’, “Teacher Workspace – Grade 2”
Videos are listed by the math units
Find the video you need and enjoy 

11. Positive Behavior Our classroom is focused on positive behavior!
Students can earn Caught Being Good tickets throughout the day. These will convert into Class Dojo points.
Students will get a “hole punch” on a chart if they earned tickets and/or points for the day. They will use their ticket chart to turn in for prizes once they have filled them.

12. Let’s create an amazing classroom community
We’ll build a positive culture by encouraging skills like “Helping others” and “Perseverance”.
We want all parents engaged in our classroom, seeing what we’re learning every day!

13. How we’ll use ClassDojo :)
As a teacher, I will:
Post important updates and announcements
Share photos and videos of our classroom activities
Students can also share their classwork on their own digital portfolio. Only their family will be able to view their work.

14. What do parents see?
You’ll see the “Story” of our classroom: photos and videos of big moments, important updates, plus your child’s digital portfolio!
You can also view a “report” of your child’s feedback for skills we are encouraging in class.

15. iOS, Android, Kindle Fire
Let’s get connected!
3 easy steps
1. Download the app
iOS, Android, Kindle Fire
2. Sign up as a parent
3. Enter your code!

16. I’m always here to help if you need anything, as well as the ClassDojo team who can be reached at

17. Meetings and conferences
There is a conference sign-up sheet on the back table.
There are two options:
Thursday, November 9- 4:00 to 7:15 pm
Friday, November 10- 8:00 to 11:30 am
I can also do a phone conference if that is more convenient. Please call or me if you would like that option.

18. Transportation
If your child is a special pick-up (car rider or early dismissal) and he/she has siblings in another grade, who will also be a special pick-up, ALL students must bring in a note so that their teacher is aware.
If any transportation changes during the school day, you MUST call the office.

19. notes, newsletters, important papers
Communication
Class Dojo (DAILY)
Phone calls s
Take Home Folder:
notes, newsletters, important papers
Class website
“24 hour rule”: I will respond to you, but it may not be immediate, especially in the late evening. You will hear back from me within one day. 
If you feel that I am not communicating enough, or too much, please let me know. I will not be offended and I want your honesty!

20. Volunteers
If you would like to volunteer for any class parties, field trips, field day, etc. , there is a sign up sheet in the back of the room.
THANK YOU IN ADVANCE! 

21. Contact Information (posted on every monthly newsletter)
Class Dojo is the most immediate form of contact.
Phone: ext. 7240
PLEASE do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns! I check my in the morning and after school.

22. Parents, I have a few assignments for you! 
1. White paper: I would like you to write a letter to your child and leave it here at school.
2. Blue paper: I would like you to write a list of your child’s interests or favorite things. This will be used as their journal topics for writing.
3. Pink paper: Fill this out if you would like your information in our class directory.
4. Yellow paper: A survey/information about your child.

23. Thank you so much for coming!
I am looking forward to a super year in second grade!