1. Welcome to Second Grade!
“Meet the Teacher”
Mrs. Morgan 2D
September 12, 2016

2. Curriculum

3. Daily Schedule Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 8:50-9:00
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
8:50-9:00 
Attendance
and
Morning Work
 9:00-9:45
Word
Building
 Word
9:45-10:15
MTSS 
MTSS
10:15-11:15
ELA
11:20-12:20
Recess/Lunch
12:25-1:35
Math
(Switch)
1:35-2:00
Writing
Social
Studies 
Work
Period
2:00-2:45
2:15-3:15
Integrated
Arts
Library
Mrs. Falkner
Art
Mrs. Attwood
Music
Ms. Arnold
Phy. Ed.
Mr. Zaspel
2:45-3:15
Science 
Science
Tiger
Talk 
3:15-3:25
Assignments/
Dismissal

4. North Allegheny Implementation Plan 2016-2017 School Year
Ingomar & McKnight Elementary (1st Adopters)
Administration of Universal Screener
Aims Web
Focus Literacy and Numeracy
Grade Levels - K-5
Administration
Fall(September)
Winter (January)
Spring (May)

5. What is Aimsweb?
AimswebPlus provides data that help us adjust the instruction to the needs of each student. The AimswebPlus reading and math assessments are used for two main purposes:
1)  Universal Screening, to identify students likely to struggle so that these students can receive extra instruction in a timely manner; and
2)  Progress Monitoring, to track the progress of students receiving extra instruction and ensure that they are on schedule to meet their year-end reading and math goals.

6. AIMSWEB Important Details
Data collected this year will help us to monitor students growth.
The data is compared to national percentiles and the assessments vary depending on grade.

7. MTSS McKnight
Using data such as but not exclusive AIMS Webb, Harcourt focus skills based upon themes, Study Island and teacher observation students will be flexible grouped between two or three teachers.
Think of the MTSS period as a skill and strategy period or an extension of your ELA time to focus on differentiation and based upon the focus skill of the week or reading theme.

8. 2D Special’s Schedule Monday: Integrated Arts: rotating schedule
Tuesday: Physical Ed. – Mr. Zaspel
Wednesday: Art – Mrs. Attwood
Thursday: Music – Ms. Arnold
Friday: Library – Mrs. Falkner

9. Integrated Arts Rotating Schedule
September February
12 P.E Art
19 Art Music
26 Music P.E.
October Art
3 P.E. March
17 Art Music
24 Music P.E.
31 P.E Art
November Music
14 Art April
21 Music P.E.
December Art
5 P.E Music
12 Art May
19 Music P.E.
January Art
2 P.E Music
9 Art P.E.
23 Music June
30 P.E Art

10. English Language Arts (ELA)
Harcourt Storytown
Reading
Vocabulary
Grammar / D.O.L.
Phonics
Writing
Spelling

11. Reading Robust Vocabulary High Frequency Words Practice Book
Comprehension
Weekly Assessment Test (6 – 7 days)
Independent Reading Log: “Morgan Money”

12. Spelling and Handwriting
Weekly Lessons: 20 words
Tests every Friday
Nightly Homework
- “Trace, Write, Write”
- Practice Worksheets
- Optional: Extra Practice “Bonus”
(Back of Weekly Homework sheet)
Handwriting:
- Manuscript: Aug. – Dec.
- Cursive: Jan. - June

13. Criteria for Math Placement
(from First Grade)
~ End of Book Test ~ Basic Facts
~ Math Attributes ~ Problem Solving
M3 – Mr. Conway
M4 – Mrs. Morgan, Mrs. Perkey, Mrs. Maiello,
Mrs. Kerzmann, Ms. Kaczmarczyk

14. What we will share with you today is information about our new mathematics textbook series, Go Math!
New math resource (textbook series) for the NASD Curriculum
Inquiry-based approach to teaching mathematics
Big Ideas is the adopted resource for students in 6th grade through Algebra II. For students grade accelerated in 5th, this is the course they will take for mathematics.

15. New Mathematics Curriculum
We have updated the curriculum in grades K-8.
Instruction will focus on inquiry-based methodology.
Problem solving will be emphasized in all units.
All Pennsylvania Core Standards for Mathematics will be addressed.
GO MATH! will be our new textbook series.
Each student will receive “mini-books” for all units. Students can write in their consumable books.
There are new online resources that can be used at home for additional practice and reinforcement.
(When presenting this slide, summarize the content in the bullets for your audience).
1st year of implementation
New language to refer to math courses. In the past, math courses at the elementary level were called A1 and A2. In order to align with middle school, language has been changed to M4 and M3.
Decisions for math placements in these courses is the same as it was – it is data driven and can change from year to year (A student in M3 this year can be a student in M4 next year)
No student is at a disadvantage if in an M3 course. It’s the same curriculum, same resources, and the same content. Teachers are teaching to the curriculum with fidelity and following the same pacing guide throughout the district

16. GO MATH! Online Resources
For best results, use Chrome as your Internet browser.
From the North Allegheny Homepage, click on “+Parents.”
Then select “Online Textbook Resources.”
Select “Elementary Level Resources.”
To access online resources for your child, please visit the District’s website.
Online textbook resources will take you directly to Think Central, the Go Math online resource.
EMPHASIZE the use of Google Chrome when accessing Think Central.

17. Math Homework follows the book page lesson.
Practice Test sent home the night before a test.
Rocket Math
Practice your basic facts.

18. Science and Social Studies
Life Science
*All About Plants
*All About Animals
*How Plants and Animals Live Together
*How Living Things Grow & Change
Physical Science
*Properties of Matter
*Energy
*Forces and Motion
*Sound
Social Studies
Where We Live
Our Earth
Working Together
Our Country Today
Our Country Long Ago
People and Places in History

19. Online Textbook Resources Directions on McKnight Webpage: Online Textbook Resouces
Math
www-k6.thinkcentral.com
  Username: NA[StudentID]
Password: [StudentID] 
   
Reading
Social Studies
Username: NA[StudentID]Password: Tigers1
Science   

20. Classroom Procedures and Expectations

21. Transition to Second Grade
Organization
* Supplies
Nightly Assignments
* Take Home Folder
* Weekly Homework Assignments
* Mrs. Morgan’s website
Study for Tests: Study Guides
Printing to Cursive Handwriting

22. Weekly Routine Weekly Assignment/Homework Sheet
Spelling Test every Friday
Reading Test every Wednesday
Extra Spelling Practice
Writing Journal Entry
Independent Reading Log
Graded Papers: sign and return

23. Rewards
Tickets
Morgan Money
Classroom Reward Jar

24. Classroom Rules McKnight School Rules
Consequences 3 Strikes 1st: Verbal Warning 2nd: Verbal Warning 3rd: part of Recess missed and a behavior note sent home **A phone call home will be made if rules are not followed, and bad choices continue to be made.

25. Homework Policy Homework is due the NEXT day unless otherwise noted.
Missing homework notification slip.
The comment section of the report card reflects the number of missing assignments.

26. What to do nightly? Assigned Homework Practice Spelling Words
Practice Math Facts
Review Weekly Lesson Guides for stories
*Robust Vocabulary and High Frequency words
Read Aloud or Silent Reading
McKnight Library Web Page

27. Homework Survival Kit Pencils Erasers
Crayons, Colored Pencils, Markers,
Writing Paper
Dictionary
Scissors, Glue, Ruler

28. Homework is the responsibility of…
Student
Parent
Teacher

29. Educational Trip/Vacation
Make-up Work
Illness or Absence
* DAY 1 – work saved/made up next day
* DAY 2 or more – requests prior to 10 am for 3:30 pm pickup or sent home with a “study buddy”
* “Study Buddy”: sibling or a close neighbor
Educational Trip/Vacation
*SOME assignments given before trip
*SOME assignments given upon return
*Forms are available in the office

30. Communication with Mrs. Morgan
Website – – McKnight/Staff
Office Phone ( )
Weekly Assignment Sheet
Report Cards/Conferences (November 7/8 – Election Day)
Online Weekly Homework
Online Gradebook: usually post new grades on Mondays

31. Report Cards Sign up for Fall Conferences
*Monday, Nov. 7th and Tuesday Nov. 8th
Tyler System: Parent Portal
Subject Categories
Assignments
*usually added every Monday

32. Miscellaneous “Pride” “PAW” NA Foundation Gifted Information
Scholastic Book Orders: “LNWJK”
McKnight E-Blast
Party volunteers

33. We want our students at McKnight to take pride in everything they do
We want our students at McKnight to take pride in everything they do. This includes their behavior, academics and how they treat others.

35. North Allegheny Foundation (NAF) is a broad-based community organization focused on supporting classroom experiences that go beyond the textbook to provide innovative “hands on” learning. These experiences provide the spark that can ignite a student’s interest and imagination.
NAF seeks to create vital connections between NA and the wider community.

36. Ways You Can Support North Allegheny Foundation
United way of Southwestern Pennsylvania North Allegheny Foundation’s Contributor’s Choice code is 3567
Pittsburgh Gives: September 21st
EITC Tax Credit: A business may receive a tax credit equal to 75% of its contribution to The North Allegheny Foundation
Stay connected with North Allegheny Foundation through , Facebook and Twitter.
Stay Connected form at northallegheny.org/foundation

37. Marshall Middle School Campus 5145 Wexford Run Road
5K Timed Race and
1-Mile Family Fun Run
Saturday, October 29th, a.m. registration * 9 a.m. Band Performance and race start
Marshall Middle School Campus 5145 Wexford Run Road
Wexford, PA 15090
Register online at Northallegheny.org/foundation Join us for a fun morning for the whole family! You can walk, run or stroll! There will be a costume contest for kids under 12, a special spooky appearance by the costumed NA Marching Band, along with prizes and treats!
$20 Registration includes:
High-performance race shirt
Finishing medal
Drawstring bag for running and collecting treats!
Costume Contest for Kids Under 12 Special Appearance by the NA Marching Band Prizes and Treats

38. Child Find Awareness
Requirement in accordance with federal and state regulations
Provides a free, appropriate, public education (FAPE)
Parent(s)/guardian(s) are residents in the District
Includes students who are:
Advancing from grade to grade
Enrolling by their parent(s)/guardian(s) in private schools, including religious schools located in our District
Are wards of the state and students who are highly mobile, such as migrant or homeless students

39. Two-Pronged Eligibility for Gifted Education
To be declared eligible for gifted education services:
Student must be IDENTIFIED as mentally gifted IQ of 127 or multiple criteria
AND
Student must NEED specially designed instruction

40. Two-Pronged Eligibility for Special Education
To be declared eligible for special education services:
Student must meet the eligibility criteria in one of more of the following physical or mental disabilities, as set forth in the Pennsylvania State Regulations: Autism, Deaf-Blindness, Deafness, Emotional Disturbance, Hearing Impairment, Intellectual Disability, Multiple Disabilities, Orthopedic Impairment, Other Health Impairment, Specific Learning Disability, Speech or Language Impairment, Traumatic Brain Injury, or Visual Impairment including Blindness
AND
Student must NEED specially designed instruction

41. Contact For additional information: School Counselor
Building Administrator
Coordinator of Special Education
Supervisor of Special Education and Pupil Services

42. The End
Thank you for coming