1. Welcome to Mrs. Kiecana’s 1st-3rd Grade Classroom!

2. Classroom paraprofessionals!
We have 3 new paraprofessionals in our classroom this year!
Ms. Sayers
Ms. Baumgart
Mrs. Shaw
These three wonderful ladies help support the students in the classroom, related services and in general education setting; including recess, lunch and specials.

3. Here are our wonderful related service providers!
Social Work - Mrs. Krebill and Mrs. Glinski
OT – Mrs. Binder Adaptive P.E. - Mrs. Adamson
Speech - Ms. Greene and Paula Froehlich

4. Here are more of our wonderful related service providers!
Debra Well, (PT) Brittney Foster, (Psychologist)

5. A Day In Our Classroom A.M. P.M. Morning Routine Bathroom Break
Morning Activity Quiet Time
Movement Break/3rd grade Special Smart Board Activity
Snack Math Stations
Bathroom Break Movement Break/1st Grade Specials
Literacy Stations Science/Social Studies
Circle Time Related Services Push-in
Read Aloud Bathroom Break
Recess Related Services Push-in
Lunch End of the Day Routine

6. Special Days/Holidays
Themes
Month
Theme
Special Days/Holidays
Social-Emotional
August/September
School
Apples
First Day of School
Labor Day
Picture Day
Building Community
School Rules
October
Pumpkins
Scarecrows
Leaves
Columbus Day
Halloween
Fire Prevention
Cooperation
Sharing
Listening
November
Turkeys Pilgrims
Election Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving
December
Gingerbread
Polar Express
Christmas
Hanukkah
Feelings
Emotions
January
Snow
Snowflakes
Snowmen
New Years
Martin Luther King
February
Groundhogs
Hearts
Presidents
Dental Health
Groundhogs Day
Valentine’s Day
President’s Day
100th Day of School
Problem Solving
March
Dr. Seuss
Shamrocks
Dr. Seuss Day
St. Patrick’s Day
April
Recycling
Flowers
Plants
Earth Day
Respect
Responsibility
May/June
Animals
Mother’s Day
Memorial Day
Last Day of School
Father’s Day (over summer)

7. Curriculum and Instruction
In order to meet student learning needs, the core curriculum listed below will be utilized within the social communication classrooms. In addition to this, we will also utilize additional resources to support growth with current IEP goals, language development, and social-emotional growth. The students’ instruction will be whole group, small groups, and one-on-one based upon needs of each student and the class. Additional resources will be decided upon by the teacher as units of study take place.
Math: TouchMath & Attainment Early Numeracy
Literacy & Language Arts: Attainment Early Literacy & Early Reading Skill Builder
Word Study/Phonics: Words Their Way
Social Studies/Science: Unique Learning Systems

8. Star Student
Each student will have an opportunity to be the star student in our classroom and their assigned general education classroom! During your child’s Star Student week in our classroom they will get to share their “All About Me Poster”, there favorite picture book, and bring in a favorite item from home for Show-n-Tell. You will be invited to be a mystery reader in our classroom and join your child for lunch that week.

9. Snack Time
Remember to send in a small snack and drink each day separate from your child’s lunch and clearly labeled. Please remember to follow the District Wellness Plan and send in healthy choices.

10. Birthdays
Birthdays are a very exciting time for young children! When it is your child's birthday, you are more than welcome to bring something in to share with the class to celebrate their birthday. The district only allows tangible items as birthday treats. Examples of acceptable birthday treats include:
Stickers
Play-doh
Crayons
Small toys
Bubbles

11. Absence
If your child is absent from school, coming in later or leaving early, please notify the school office. If possible please let me know as well. You can call my direct line or send me an at
If your child rides the bus,
please also call transportation.
. I am happy to provide homework
for your child too, but please let
me know by 10:30, so I have
time to put everything together.

12. Communication
Your child has a take home folder that can be used for communication between home and school.
Please use this to communicate short messages that you would like for me to know. I will also at times write notes regarding your child's day on their Daily Communication letter so please make sure to check it each day, sign and return to school.
The best time to reach me by phone is after school hours at , or me at
I will do my very best to get back to you as soon as possible.

13. What can you do at home? Check folders and signing daily sheets
Check website for updated information and bi-weekly newsletters
Read with your child
Labeling things to promote language
Take a copy of the Building Skills and Learning at home Packet for more ideas

14. Before you leave……
Sign-up a for
November
Conference

15. Here’s to a happy year in Mrs. Kiecana’s Class!
I look forward to working with all of you to enrich and support your child’s overall growth.
Here’s to a happy year in Mrs. Kiecana’s Class!