1. Welcome Parents! Ms. Rodriguez’s 4 th Grade Class Gifted 2015 – 2016 School Year

2. Contact Information Email: lrodriguez@doralacademyes.org Phone: (305) 597 – 9999 Send a note in student agenda or paper Email is preferred!

3. Ms. Rodriguez would like you to join 4th Grade 2015-2016! To receive messages via text, text @rod217 to 81010. You can opt-out of messages at anytime by replying, 'unsubscribe @rod217'. Trouble using 81010? Try texting @rod217 to (218) 789-2615 instead. To: Message: Enter this number Text this message Remind 101

4. Our Schedule TimeMondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday 8:00 - 8:30PLANNING / PICK UP STUDENTS 8:30- 8:45 READING /WRITING SCIENCE READING /WRITING 8:45 - 9:00 9:00 - 9:15 9:15 - 9:30 9:30 - 9:45 ART 9:45 - 10:00 10:00 - 10:15 10:15 -10:30 10:30 - 10:40 SOCIAL SCIENCE 10:40 - 11:00 RECESS 11:00 - 11:10 PE 11:10 - 11:30 11:30 - 11:45 LUNCH 11:45 - 12:00 12:00 - 12:15 SPANISH RECESS SPANISH READING /WRITING RECESS 12:15 - 12:30 SOCIAL SCIENCE SCIENCE 12:30 - 12:45 12:45 - 1:00 1:00 - 1:15 SCIENCE MATHMUSIC 1:15 - 1:30 MATH 1:30 - 1:45 1:45 - 2:00 MATH 2:00 - 2:15 MATH 2:15 - 2:30 2:30 - 2:45 2:45 - 3:00 TEACHER: Ms. Rodriguez ROOM: 217 GRADE: 4 SECTION: 410410 Spanish Teacher: Ms. Sanchez Music Teacher: Mr. Alvarez PE Teacher: MONTERO Common Planning Time: Friday 1:00- 2:00 PM

5. Our Class Information Classroom Rules: 1.Listen when others are talking. 2.Follow directions. 3.Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself. 4.Work quietly and do not disturb others. 5.Show respect for school and personal property. 6.Work and play in a safe manner. Rewards: *Verbal Praise *Free Time/Special Privileges *Treasure Box Rewards *Free Home Learning Passes Consequences: Green Card-A in conduct for the day Yellow Card-B in conduct for the day (verbal warning) Blue Card-C in conduct for the day (call/notice home) Orange Card-D in conduct for the day ( detention) Red Card-F in conduct for the day (referral to office) **If any parent would like to donate treats for our classroom rewards, please let me know. (volunteer hours will be granted) **

6. Home Learning Students have daily home learning. They will copy assignments in their agendas every morning. Class Website. Weekly Topics Test Dates & Upcoming Events Important Announcements Home Learning Assignments (subject to change) www.doralacademy.org Students are required to complete I-Ready assignments a week Spelling Packets are due on Fridays *3 missed assignments = detention

7. Accelerated Reader Students will receive an individualized AR goal and are expected to meet it on a quarterly basis.. 30 minutes of silent reading at home is a MUST! Students will receive a quarterly AR grade.. To check if a book is AR and to determine the reading level, go to. www.arbookfind.com www.arbookfind.com

8. Student Grades All students’ grades are available online on the parent portal! http://www.dadeschools.net Click on Parents Click “Login to Portal” Gifted Program All teaching will be done at a higher level! Project based program at an accelerated pace! Fun, Meaningful, and Exciting!

9. Doral Academy Attendance Policy Classroom door opens at 8:10 and instruction begins promptly at 8:30. Students are marked tardy after 8:30. (ALL tardies are unexcused) Tardies (5-7-10 Rule) 5 tardies: Written note or email to parent 7 tardies: Final notice note before referral 10 tardies: Referral issued 3 Referrals = Expulsion

10. NEW Doral Academy Attendance Policy Excused Parent Notes Only 10 parent notes are allowed in a school year, when you have reached your parent note limit only doctor’s note will be accepted. Notes to excuse an absence will NOT be accepted after 48 hours. Unexcused Absesnses (3 – 5 -10 Rule) 3 unexcused absences – contact to parent by phone or email 5 unexcused absences – a referral will be issued 10 unexcused absences – a referral will be given Absences of more than five consecutive days must be excused by a doctor’s note. 3 Referrals = Expulsion

11. NEW Doral Academy Attendance Policy Early Dismissal Students will be penalized for excessive early dismissals. 10 unexcused early dismissals = referral. For the early dismissal to be considered excused a doctor/dentist note is required within 48 hours of the appointment. No child will be dismissed after 2:30 p.m. and Wednesday at 1:30 p.m. If your child needs to leave early for any excusable reason they must leave before 2:30 p.m. and Wednesday at 1:30 p.m.

12. Dismissal Procedures Parent Pickup 4 th grade will dismiss in the drop off/ pick up area ( MUST make a RIGHT on 97 th ave after picking up child ) Child must notify me when leaving Decal must be visible on driver’s side visor No “mini-conferences” are allowed at dismissal Rainy Day Dismissal Bus Students will be escorted to the bus area. Reminder! If any changes are made to your child’s usual dismissal area please call the school to notify me! After Care Students will report directly to after care teacher.

14. Policies @ D.A.C. NO items (home learning, book bags, projects, etc.) will be brought to the classroom after instruction has begun. Lunch boxes that are dropped off will be taken directly to the cafeteria and placed on an unsupervised table for your child to pick up during their scheduled lunch period. Our staff has increased, therefore NO PARKING IS ALLOWED IN THE FRONT!!!! If you must get off the car for any reason you must park in Carlos Albizu University. If you are running late you may NOT leave your child in aftercare unless they are pre-enrolled.

15. Uniform Policy Students should come to school in their Doral Academy uniform everyday. Rolling book bags are NOT allowed, unless you have a doctor’s note. Every Friday is Jean Day for $1.00.Students are allowed to wear jeans and Doral Academy t-shirt. Payments are made ONLINE Quarterly.

16. Important changes to keep in mind! iReady is replacing Reading Plus, beginning in September. In order to encourage better study habits, Science and Math tests will not be open book. All payments MUST be made online using our new system.

17. Online Store Tutorial 1. Log on to our school website www.doralacademy.org and select school (DAC or JAM) 2. On the HOME PAGE, click on the tab STORE 3. In the ONLINE STORE WEBSITE select a school (DAC or JAM). 4. After selecting the school, you will see all options available (Agenda, Jean Day, Field Trips …). 5. After selecting the item/event, click ADD items to CART. 6. Then LOGIN or CREATE a NEW ACCOUNT. 7. After logging in you can see the items in your cart and proceed with the purchase (here you MUST SELECT A STUDENT) 8. If creating a new account, go to “items in your cart” and proceed with the purchase, but you will be prompted to add a student profile (FULL NAME & STUDENT ID).Every item/event purchased must be linked to a student (Parents can have one account with more than one student profile.) *** The Online Store will NOT store your credit card information for security purposes.*** Online Store Tutorial

18. $ School Fees $ For Sale: Agenda School Folder Field Trip T-Shirt NOW ONLINE Lunch is $3.25 / Breakfast $2.25 ($0.40 for reduced price meals) *Applications are available only online* Early Arrival Fee: $1.00 per minute (before 8:00 A.M.) Late Pick-up Fee: $1.00 per minute (after 3:15 P.M.) *Morning Care and Afterschool Care at available through Leap Services.

19. Florida Standards Assessment All fourth graders in the state of Florida will be taking the Writing, Reading and Math Florida Standards Assessment. The 2016 Florida Standards Writing Assessment will be administered the first week of March The Reading & Math portion will be given the last week of March More information will be given during FCAT Parent Night. Don’t panic

20. Volunteer Hours All families must complete 30 volunteer hours for the 2015-2016 school year Families participating in the before and after care programs for the duration of the entire school year, receive 15 hours per program. Please check class web page and emails for volunteer opportunities. 1 volunteer hour given per $2 spent. Please turn in receipts with any donations. Families with more than one child at Doral Academy Elementary may split their hours between teachers.

21. Volunteers Level 1 - Complete a database background check Level 2 - Complete a fingerprint background check Day chaperones for field trips Classroom volunteers Overnight chaperones Tutors The School Volunteer Program consists of electronic registration and background checks. There are two different levels of volunteers. Any individual interested in volunteering in Doral Academy MUST register through the Community Portal at www.dadeschools.netwww.dadeschools.net *4 th grade students will be attending an out of county field trip, therefore, a level 2 clearance will be required for parents wishing to attend.

22. 4 th Grade Novel We will begin the year with our first novel: The Tale of Despereaux by: Kate DiCamillo Students need to have the book by 9/1 *Electronic books are acceptable. However, please note that we are not responsible for any lost or damaged items

23. *Celebrations may take place at the end of the day with prior arrangements During lunch (11:30-12:00pm) Cupcakes and Juice 19 students Birthday Celebrations

24. Classroom Wish List Items for class treasure box (treats, candies, small toys) 2 Small Area Rugs for Classroom Library Items for recess (basketball, soccer ball, football, jump ropes, etc.) Electric Pencil Sharpener Scotch Thermal Laminator Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches (8.5x11) Color Ink Cartridge (Canon MX432) Black Ink Cartridge (Canon MX432) Class Set of Dry Erase Boards (24) Thick dry erase markers (multi-colored) Thick dry erase markers (black) Books for Classroom Library Class Set of Scissors Class Set of Glue Sticks/Bottles Mr. Sketch Colored Markers (5 packs) Pack of White Card Stock Paper 3 boxes of sandwich size Ziploc bags Boxes of Pencils Lysol Disinfecting spray Lysol Disinfecting wipes Gift Cards: (Walmart, Office Depot, Get Smart)

25. Scholastic Book Clubs Online Ordering www.scholastic.com www.scholastic.com Class Code GLJVQ Free books for our class! Volunteer Opportunities If you wish to donate books to our classroom library, you may send a check payable to: Scholastics Book Clubs

26. Art - Ms. A Rodriguez Welcome to the 2015-2016 school year! A Welcome Packet with specific art supplies by grade, classroom rules and expectations, art projects and home learning will be sent home the first week of school. Supply list for all students to be kept in the art room listed below: -1 Ziploc Big Bag (2’ x 2.7”) *can reuse bags from previous years -Baby wipes -Tissues -Watercolors -Crayola Oil Pastels All information related to Art will be posted and up to date on my DAC webpage. For any questions or concerns please feel free to email me at: arodriguez@doralacademyes.org

27. MR. ALVAREZ’S & MS. LOSADA’S MUSIC CLASS 2015-2016

28. The Musical Year at a Glance QUARTER 1 Music Theory, Rhythm Reading, Solfege QUARTER 2 World Music/Holiday Music, Recorder, Rhythm Reading, Solfege QUARTER 3 Music Theory Review, Recorder, Instrument Families, Rhythm Reading, Solfege QUARTER 4 Musicals, Composers, Recorder, Rhythm Reading, Solfege *The quarterly topics are subject to change throughout the year.*

29. Music Supplies for 4th Grade 4TH GRADE CLASSES For Students To Bring/Have For Music Class: -Pack of No.2 Pencils (Sharpened) -1 Black Two Pocket Folder (clearly marked with child’s name) -Line Paper in Folder (placed inside folder) -Musical Staff Paper (notebook or loose-leaf placed inside folder) -Pencil Sharpener -Index Cards -$7 for a Recorder (to be purchased in October from the Music Department/Doral Online Store ) For Students To Give To Ms. Losada and Mr. Alvarez: -1 Pack of Expo Markers (Variety of Colors)

30. Reminders Please bring all materials during the first week of school. Students will receive their first home learning assignment of the year during the first week of school – due the second week of school. Elementary Chorus Auditions for students in 3rd-5th grade will take place after school the second week of school. More information will be announced. Middle School Chorus Interest Meeting for students in 6th-7th grade will be held after school during the first week of school. Exact date and time will be announced. More detailed information about the Music Department including home learning assignments, projects, and more can be found on the Music Department Webpages on the DAC/JAM Website. If parents have any questions or concerns about the Music Department, please feel free to email Ms. Losada (plosada@doralacademyes.org) and Mr. Alvarez (juanalvarez@doralacademyes.org). This is the best way to reach us.plosada@doralacademyes.orgjuanalvarez@doralacademyes.org

31. Physical Education Mr. Lopez Ms. Dani Ms. Montero

32. Physical Education Program  Promote the development of physical fitness, movement competencies, team sports and sportsmanship  Fitness Components (Cardio Respiratory Endurance, Muscle Strength and Endurance, Flexibility, Agility, Speed, Balance)  Anatomy and Physiology  Health and Nutrition  Fitness Gram (Mile Run, Push Ups, Sit Ups, Sit and Reach, Shuttle Run, PACER)  Positive Self Image and Confidence

33. Supplies/Volunteer Hours Mandatory  Athletic Shoes  Red PE Folder Highly Recommended  Water Bottle/Jug  Sunscreen  Hat  Sunglasses Volunteer Hours  Copy Paper  Ziploc Bags  Baby Wipes  Tissues  Ice Packs  Band-Aids

34. Mr. Lopez. mlopezmarin@doralacademyes.org Ms. Dani. dramos@doralacademyes.org Mr. Montero. dmontero@doralacademyes.org Ms. Da ni “your body hears everything your mind says. Stay positive!” MR. Montero

35. Duties of the students at home Students of 3 rd - 5 th Grade should read, each quarter, a book in Spanish adapted to their level and understanding, and take the AR test. Students must study the vocabulary. (It will be graded) Tasks and projects will be copied by the student on their agenda and placed on the school website. Responsibilities of students that will be reflected in their grades Finish reading a book and AR test by due date. Home learning assignment should reflect careful attention to presentation and its content. The non- attendance does not justify the non- fulfillment of the task. Classroom behavior affects grades. Mrs. Iris Sanchez 2015-2016 _ My goal is to create a dynamic environment that inspires and encourages the children to speak, read and write in Spanish through interesting techniques of teaching and learning such as songs, readings, movies, games, and writing activities that will be used, among others.

36. In order to be able to reach a greater number of students and strengthen their Spanish Knowledge through fun activities appropriate to their level, this year our Club will be divided into 3 levels Basic: 1st and 2nd Grade Intermediate: 3rd and 4th Grade Advanced: 5th and 6th Grade Each group will meet twice a month from 2:05 to 3:00 pm. * For more information Spanish teachers will available during the Open House in the 2nd floor room # 215. 2015-2016

37. 4th Grade (1)YELLOW Poly/Plastic duo- tang folder with prongs & pockets filled with 5 clear protector sheets. (1) composition notebook ( bring the same vocabulary note book from the previous school year) (2) Two expo dry eraser markers (1) One story book (AR). Choose from the following list : -Jorge el curioso. El jonrón Zappy, Erica -¡Adiós, Ratoncito! Harris, Robie H. -¿ Dónde está Eric? Muñoz, Isabel -La carta de Paula Jones, Christianne C. -Clifford y la tormenta Bridwell, Norman -Jorge el curioso limpia el reguero. Krensky, Stephen Spanish Supply List

38. Any Questions?