1. Welcome to Fifth Grade Open House Mrs. Kranzlein

2. Vision Statement Anchored in Excellence

3. Mission Statement The Mission of the Mount Bethel community is to lay the foundation for students to become confident, responsible life long learners who are prepared to embrace the future.

4. Belief Statements We, the members of the Mt. Bethel community, believe that: Each student is a valued individual with unique physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs. The learning environment will ensure that our students have access to the training and resources necessary to succeed in the 21 st century. Positive relationships and mutual respect enhance the Mt. Bethel community. A cooperative relationship must exist among home, school, and community with effective communication to create an optimal learning environment. Students need to be actively engaged in learning to become self directed, life long problem solvers.

5. We, the members of the Mt. Bethel community, believe that: Students benefit from opportunities to explore physical fitness, the arts, the sciences, and extracurricular activities. Our school values a diverse student population that embraces individual and cultural differences. It is in the best interest of students for teachers, administrators, and staff to strive to be life long learners who pursue best educational practices. The learning environment will be a safe and respectful place in which all students are engaged in their learning and confident to meet individual challenges. All students, through differentiated instruction and high expectations, can learn, experience success, and achieve their maximum potential. Belief Statements

6. A Typical Day 7:45Bell, Pledge, Announcements 7:50-8:00Number Talk 8:00-8:45Specials (Science, PE, Computer, Art, PE, Music, PE) 8:45-10:15Reading/ELA 10:15-10:30Snack/Read Aloud 10:30-10:45Recess 10:45-12:05Math 12:05-12:35Lunch 12:40-1:15Science/Health 1:15-2Social Studies 2-2:15More Number Talks 2:20Dismissal 2:05- All ASP students dismissal 2:15- 5th grade - 1st load 2:17- Car riders and walkers 2:25- 2nd load

7. Incomplete Work Selected Activities Morning Work AM Work

8. Homework Regular time each day Assignments in agenda Quiet place at a table or desk Assist with guiding questions, explanations Neat and complete* Never do an assignment for your child Offer praise and encouragement Homework before TV, video games, computer, etc.

9. Behavior Lifelong Skills Be Trustworthy Be Truthful Be An Active Learner No Putdowns Do Your Personal Best Classroom Rules Be Considerate of Others Be Responsible Stay on Task Ignore Disruptive Behaviors Walk

10. DRA, SRI and STAR (below, on, or above grade level) STAR Math ITBS – September 23 - 27 GA Writing Assessment – March 5 CRCT – April 23-29 Standardized Tests

11. Communication Daily Planner Assignments/ Homework Reminders/ Important Dates Needs Signed Nightly/ Back Page on Weekends Email: kim.kranzlein@cobbk12.orgkim.kranzlein@cobbk12.org Blog/School Web Site: cobblearning.net/mrskranzlein/ cobblearning.net/mrskranzlein/ Conferences – October 21 -25 Mount Bethel Phone: 770-578-7248

12. Snacks Protein, fresh fruit and vegetables are best Candy, gum and sweetened drinks are not allowed Chips and cookies should be saved for lunch

13. Important Dates October 21-25 Conferences December 13 Immigration Day December 20 Party & Signing February 3-5 Jekyll Island Trip May 16 Picnic May 20 Awards May 21 Walk of Honor and Breakfast

14. Other Important Info Dismissal MBESF Room Moms/Volunteers Birthdays

15. The entire teaching team welcomes you and your child to fifth grade! We are excited to work with you. Any questions?