1. to Room 6 with Mrs. Galletly

2. Mrs. Smith, Room 5
Mrs. Abby Norton, Room 7
Mrs. Baca, Room 8
Mrs. Lorenz, Room 9
Mrs. Hembruch, Room 10
Ms. Quan, Room 13
Ms. DeLuz, Room 14
Mrs. Jenson, Room 15
Mrs. Rand, Room 16
Mrs. Blaker, Room 20
Ms. Cannis, Room 21

3. This is my 4th year at Leitch Elementary.
I went to Humboldt State University, where I got a scholarship to play softball.
3 time All-American
Hall of Fame
I got my BA degree in Child Development at HSU.
I got my Multiple Subject Teaching Credential at SJSU.
I have one daughter (1 yr. old) & another on the way (November).
First grade is my favorite grade to teach.

4. Homework will begin the week of September 18.
I will be handing out a L.A. & Math packet to each of the students every Friday.
Students will have one week to complete the given assignments and should be turned in on the following Friday.
HW should be checked by a parent before being turned in.
Spelling & Comprehension tests will be given every Friday.

5. First grade Leitch HW plan is:
10-30 minutes per evening ( min per week)
HW will be reviewed and returned in a timely manner.
Students with excused absences will be allowed the same number of days as absence to complete HW.

6. In addition to the regular, weekly homework, optional challenge projects are posted on the first grade website.
These are projects your child can voluntarily complete.
These projects are NOT required.

7. ELA: Treasures by Macmillan/McGraw-Hill
Math: California Math Expressions
Spelling: Phonics to connect sounds, symbols and patterns
Writing: Genres- narrative, opinion, and descriptive.
Science: California Science
History: Time and Place

8. Report Cards
Our district has a performance-based report card for first grade based on the Common Core State Standards (CCSS).
We will be using letter grades.
N- Needs additional support/practice
S- Satisfactory progress towards standards

9. Explanation of Marks /- Not assessed during 1st or 2nd trimester
N- Needs additional support/practice
The student is working below grade level but is making some progress towards understanding the level state standards.
The student needs to make more progress in order to proceed to the next grade level.

10. S- Satisfactory progress towards standards
The student is working on grade level and making good progress.
The student is considered to proceed to the next grade level.
This is the ideal letter most students should have to be on grade level.

11. Our classroom will be using a clip chart to monitor behavior
Our classroom will be using a clip chart to monitor behavior. A clip chart is a great tool that allows students to be rewarded for positive behavior, while discouraging negative behavior.
Point Scale: Green= 1; Blue= 2; Purple= 3; Pink= 4

12. Super Student- Exceeding expectations.
Great Job- Above expectations and continuing to display good behavior.
Good Choices- Students are making the right behavior decisions.
Ready to Learn- Every student will start the day on Ready to Learn. This is a good level to be on!

13. Think About it- A warning about his/her behavior, and a reminder to follow the rules.
Teacher’s Choice- Students who continue to display poor behavior. The teacher can decide what action to take. Loss of recess or center time.
Parent Contact- Teacher will notify parents via or phone call. A visit to the Principal’s office might also be in order.

14. Start- 8:20 am
*Students will be marked tardy if they are not on the blacktop in line.
Morning Recess/Snack- 10:00am-10:20am
Lunch- 11:00am- 11:40am
Afternoon Recess/Snack- 1:25pm-1:40pm
Dismissal- 2:30 pm
*Wednesday early 1:15pm

15. Monday- Tuesday- Wednesday- Thursday- P.E. @ 1:40 pm- 2:30 pm
10:15 am (Library books due every Tuesday)
Thursday-
9:10 am

16. Homework Folders- will be sent home every Friday with language arts and math homework. Students need to return these folders the following Friday.
Thursday Folders- will be sent home with flyers, newsletters, and completed class work every Thursday.
 or * - Everything Correct
- Some mistakes (Please review with students)

17. Birthday Treats
Please do not bring any treats for your child’s birthday (cupcakes, cake, chocolate).
Instead bring goodie bags with pencils, erasers, toys, etc.

18. Field Trips For sure: Peace Pavilion (October 20th)
Ohlone College Play (April)
Hopkins Planetarium (April)
Niles Canyon Train Ride (May)
Volunteers are random pick.
Donations greatly appreciated to go on trips.

19. Volunteers Sign Up Genius: signupgenius.com 30 Min Slots
Monday, Tues, Thurs
Prepping Art, Thursday Folders, HW Packets
During Prep Time

20. Maternity Leave Working up till conferences (Nov. 17th)
Long Term sub is Adele Ashley
Daughter is Mrs. Smith, Room 5
Return in March

21. Best times to talk to me: before school around 7:45am or through an appointment.
Best way to contact me:

22. I know this is going to be a great
year!
-Mrs. Galletly