1. Welcome to Mrs. Herrera’s 5th Grade Class!

2. A little bit about Mrs. Herrera…
10th year as a 5th grade teacher at Harrison
Subjects: ELA, Science and Social Studies
When your students go to Mrs. Aivars for Math, I teach her homeroom Social Studies

3. and Mrs. Piegari...
Taught for 4 years in New York City before moving to New Jersey.
Third year teaching upper elementary at Harrison
In-Class- Support teacher with your students for all subjects

4. Co-teaching Model Shared direct instruction
Mixed small group instruction
Additional support if needed for any students

5. What I expect of your children…
I expect you to come to school ready to work
I expect you to take responsibility for your education
I expect you to have a positive attitude and give your best effort, each and every day
What I promise your children…
I promise I will challenge you, and give you the tools to meet those challenges
I promise to do everything I can to help you succeed
I promise that no matter what, I will never give up on you

6. My Teacher Page

7. Chrome Books Compose writing pieces Conduct research
Create digital presentations
Group work on shared documents
Access material and demonstrate understanding across content areas
**Your student will frequently need access to the internet and printing at home. Please send a note/ if this is a problem!**

8. Positive Reinforcement
Brownie Points
Whole class system
Once the baking tray is filled with brownies, the whole class is rewarded with a prize
Tickets
Individual
Tickets can be cashed in for a variety of prizes
Can never be taken away

9. Getting ready for Middle School!
If students need to contact me after school, encourage them to send the (if you allow this in your home)
Planning ahead for long-term projects and studying in advance
Organization
Homework/Take Home Board updated daily