1. Welcome to Second Grade!
Room 11

2. All things Disney and Tie Dye
About Ms. Barney
Grew up in Gilbert, AZ
2nd to oldest of 7 children but family is growing every day with new additions (brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, etc.)
7 nieces and nephews
Graduated ASU
AA degree in Interior Design as well
Currently in my Master Program
Nanny
I Love….
All things Disney and Tie Dye
Family/Friends time
Traveling the World
Beaches

3. Family

4. Mariposa’s school-wide PBIS program
What is PBIS?
Positive Behavior Intervention System
Focuses on positive rewards for good behavior
Creates a plan for “teaching” appropriate student behaviors
Creates a plan to address undesirable student behaviors through teacher and administrative interventions
Lesson plans build on Mariposa LifeSkills
Consistency throughout the school
All staff expectations are the same, using the same language and the same series of rewards and consequences

5. BLAST BLAST Be Respectful Lead with Integrity Act Responsible
Safety Matters
Together We Achieve
BLAST takes all the great programs and incentives Mariposa already has in place and ties them together!
School Store coupons (Blast Coupons)
Miss Manner certificates (Blast Coupons)
Principals Lunch
Lifeskills (all Lifeskills are imbedded within BLAST)
BLAST

6. Lifeskills:
Caring
Common Sense
Cooperation
Courage
Courtesy
Effort
Flexibility
Friendship
Initiative
Integrity
Organization
Patience
Perseverance
Pride
Problem Solving
Resourcefulness
Responsibility
Sense of Humor
Lifelong Guidelines: Trustworthiness Truthfulness Active Listening No Put-Downs Personal Best

7. Behavior Expectations
Positive Reinforcement
Class DoJo
Stickers
Blast Coupons
Homework Passes
Desk Fairy
Treasure Box
Table points
Consequences
Behavior System (DoJo)
/phone call
Child may miss special event(s) if disruptive behavior continues

8. Homework Home folder MUST be checked daily by teacher & parent(s)
Should be brought to school each day
Remove papers each night
Homework
Grade level weekly menu
Weekly reading
Expectations
Additional practice will be assigned as needed
Monthly projects are due the last Friday of each month.
Homework/Project info available on class website
Communication
Class Dojo (preferred) s
Website
Phone calls

9. Academics

10. Specials 45 minutes once a week : 8:00-8:45 T,W,TH,F 10:40-11:25 M
Monday- Art
Tuesday- Library
Wednesday- Computer Lab
Thursday- P.E.
Friday- Music
Individual class schedules are available online

11. Language Arts Reading Core Knowledge Rich vocabulary
Comprehension throughout
Additional Activities
Listening and Learning
Spelling
Read Aloud
Skills and phonics
Daily Language (Grammar)
Reading Fluency
Standards aligned
Writing
Embedded within Core Knowledge
Cross-curriculum integration
Narrative
Science
Opinion
Social Studies
Informational
Health
Lifeskills

12. Listening and Learning 12 Domains
Fairy Tales and Tall Tales
Greek Myths
Cycles in Nature
Early Greek Civilization
Insects
The War of 1812
Human Body
Westward Expansion
Fighting for a Cause
U.S. Civil War
Immigration
Early Asian Civilization

13. Math Daily Math- Standards aligned Big Ideas for Second Grade
Operations and Algebraic Thinking
Making and solving number sentences to 20.
Work with equal groups and start to understand multiplication.
Number Operations in base Ten
Place value
Using the knowledge of place value to add and subtract.
Measurement and Data
Standard units of measure with estimation
Use addition and subtraction with length
Time and money – regular flash card practice is necessary
Graphing
Geometry
Mathematical Practices
Problem solving***

14. Math Resources CGI: Cognitive Guided Instruction
Investigations
This is an application based math resource. It encourages students to think creatively, develop critical thinking skills, and acquire a deeper understanding of the mathematical content.
Engage New York
Learning Goals embedded
Common Core focus
Fluency practice
Independent practice and exit tickets
CGI:
Cognitive Guided Instruction
Learning through problem solving
Learning to solve problems in multiple ways
Learning to communicate ideas, strategies, & solutions
Addition and Subtraction timed
math facts

15. Social Studies
Social Studies topics are imbedded throughout our District’s adopted resources: CKLA Listening and Learning, Harcourt and technology
Topics Covered:
American & World History
Civics & Government
Geography
Economics

16. Health
Health topics are imbedded throughout our District’s adopted resources: CKLA Listening and Learning, Harcourt and Fitness For Life Resource
Topics Covered:
Healthy behaviors & habits
Personal hygiene
Staying safe & well
Keeping fit & active

17. Smart and Fit

18. Science Units of Study: Mini Science Inquiries
Weather (within Core Knowledge)
Solids and liquids
Human Body (within Core Knowledge)
Insects (within Core Knowledge)
Mini Science Inquiries
(Scientific Method)
Purpose
Research
Hypothesis
Experiment
Analysis
Conclusion

19. IFG – Instructional Focus Groups
4 times a week
Math
30 minutes each
Station Rotations
ELA – Daily Five
Games based on what we are learning in the classroom
Partner read
Independent reading
CGI problems
Word work
Small groups with mixed abilities
Technology
Small group instruction

20. Computer Science Immersion Program
Using the Power of Computers to Solve Problems
Students will learn fundamental computer science concepts and digital citizenship/internet safety practices, while developing their critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Quarter 1
Quarter 2
Quarters 3 & 4
Introduction to Computer Science Concepts
Code.org Computer Science Grade Level Fundamentals Course
Integrated Computer Science Learning Lessons
Scratch Jr mini-lessons addressing science and social studies standards
Integrated Computer Science Learning Projects
CS concepts and skills will be taught through technology based integrated projects that address both science and social studies standards
Integrated lessons and projects will be implemented during the Extended Learning block and weekly Computer Lab time
Combination of unplugged (hands-on lessons without a computer) and plugged lessons on the computer

21. Technology Within the classroom: - 7 laptop think pads - 12 iPads
- 1 desktop
- SmartBoard
- Projector
- Document camera
In the computer lab:
- 30+ desktops
- Projector - Document camera
- Laser printers (color and black & white)
Educational resources are available even at home! They can be found on the Kyrene homepage under the Student tab or on our class webpage.
*Please send your child with their own personal earbuds to keep in the classroom for daily use.

22. Grading
P- Proficient
D-Developing
AC- Area of Concern

23. Ways You Can Support Your Child’s Learning
Read with them at least 60 minutes every week
Write, write, write… even if it’s only a few sentences.
Ten facts
Sort & count money
Practice addition & subtraction facts (flash cards or zearn.org)
Telling time using an analog clock (not digital )
Go over the homework with your child and have them make corrections if mistakes were made.
Technology- Code.org, Zearn, weblinks
Practice using good manners & modeling Lifeskills

24. Online Student Directory
There are lots of birthday parties throughout the school year and this is a great way to get contact information for those invitations.
Go to join.myschoolanywhere.com 
Enter Code:  mariposa

25. Other Unfinished assignments Volunteers Donations E-Subscription
Questions

26. Please report to the Library for a meeting with Mr. Fallgatter at 7pm
Thank you for coming!
Note Card for Questions ?? I will not be conferencing one-on-one with parents tonight.
Teacher Wishes (sticky notes on board)
Handouts
Mariposa Listserv/Mariposapto.org
Grading- use online system (Proficient, Developing, Area of concern)
Check out student work in the hallway!
Like us on Facebook (link in my signature)
Visit our classroom website for homework, project guidelines, and more
I look forward to a very successful year with your children! Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns.
Please report to the Library for a meeting with Mr. Fallgatter at 7pm