2. Welcome to Curriculum Night 2010 “If all meanings could be adequately expressed by words, the arts of painting and music would not exist." --John Dewey

3. Who is Your Child’s Teacher? Bachelors of Arts in English, Arizona State University Tempe, Arizona Masters of Arts in Teaching & Elementary Education, Goucher College Baltimore, Maryland I have been a part of the Tarwater faculty since 1999. Before coming to Tarwater, I worked for several community education programs holding jobs in various capacities. I taught both preschool and kindergarten programs, as well as supervising K-8 enrichment programs. I have had experience in teaching first, second, and third grades.

4. 2 nd Grade Special Events Phoenix Zoo Math Club Child’s Play Visit Jr. Achievement 2 nd Grade Safari AZ Science Center Cultural Celebrations Art Masterpiece

5. Tax Credit Up to a $400 Donation to Tarwater’s 2 nd Grade Full Tax Refund Used for special events and fieldtrips Some employers match donations Any relative in Arizona can donate to your child.

6. Types of Instruction Whole Group – The teacher provides direct instruction to the entire class. This type of instruction may be based on students’ needs. Homogenous Groups – Students with common strengths or needs work together in small groups. Cooperative Groups – Students work together on a project or task. This may be a mixed group of differing strengths and abilities. Independent Activities – Students work alone to complete a task (journal writing, workbook pages, etc…).

7. Language Arts Reading Guided Reading Groups Literacy Centers/Literature Studies AR/Self Selected Literature http://ww2.chandler.k12.az.us/tarwater- elementary/ Writing and Language Rebecca Sitton Core Words Words Their Way Six Traits Writing Mountain Language

8. Math Scott Foresman Program Excel Math TERC Math

9. Science & Social Studies Scientific Method Life Cycles Systems States of Matter Weather Patterns World Cultures and Traditions American History US Symbols Geography

10. Parent Volunteers Volunteers are always welcome in 2 nd grade! *Field Trips *Art Masterpiece *Jr. Achievement ….and more! *Volunteers must have volunteer forms on file in the office. Don’t forget to sign in!

11. Art Masterpiece Art Masterpiece is a volunteer program that introduces students to the artwork of a variety of famous artists. The students study elements of art and principles of design. The students then have an opportunity to create art pieces of their own. We need 1-2 volunteers per classroom. There are 6 lessons yearly. Supplies are provided.

12. Communication “Memos” section on Homework Page Toro Daily Folder Student Work Samples Quarterly Progress and Report Cards Communication (e-mails, notes & phone calls) mitchell.dawn@chandler.k12.az.us

13. Homework Having problems? Let me know! Don’t let it wreck your evening… After 30 minutes… A note from you is so helpful! Read Daily Homework: The purpose is practice and review!

14. Second Grade Procedures & Policies Morning Line-Up & After School Dismissal Birthdays Nurse & Bathroom Visits Class Schedule (6 Day Rotation/Know our PE & Library Days) Lunch/Lunchroom Procedure Label your water bottle, backpack, and lunchbox Absences (please call the attendance line at 480- 883-4303)

15. Thank You for Coming to Curriculum Night!