Kindergarten Back to School Night Mrs. Hull, Mrs. Garcia, Ms. Erhart, Ms. Cavett

KindergartenBack to School Night

Mrs. Hull, Mrs. Garcia, Ms. Erhart, Ms. Cavett

Growth Mindset

* Mindset is a simple idea that makes all the difference

* We promote a growth mindset by:- Emphasizing dedication and hard work- Modeling a love of learning- Encouraging parents to support us

“I can’t do it….yet!”

Balanced Literacy Guided Reading Shared Reading Independent Reading Sight Word Practice

Phonics and sight word Spelling program Students need to be reading 10-15 minutes

Monday-Thursday Daily 5

Reading

Read to SelfRead to SomeoneListen to ReadingWord WorkWork on Writing

Daily 5

* Teacher models writing process * Students write personal narratives of their choice* Teacher publishes student writing* Students share writing with their classmates

Writing

* CGI (word problems – students find their own strategy to solve problem)* Practice counting to 100 and skip counting by 10’s * Small group math activities and games (including SMART board games)

Math

Math Scales

Integrated throughout our curriculumStudy trips reinforce these concepts while exposing kids to real-life experiencesHands-on science activitiesSTEM Fair: November 4th

Social Studies/Science

Red shirt and khaki pants Bring your lunch Parents must drive themselves (may

not ride the bus) – siblings are discouraged from attending

Will inform parents about upcoming trips and costs in newsletter

Parents must have turned in a background check to chaperone

Study Trips

Student Birthdays

* Let your child’s teacher know if you are planning on bringing treats (check with teacher about class allergies) * Drop the treats off in the morning or bring them to school at 3:00 (sign in at front office)* Bring invitations for entire class

Reading: 10-15 minutes Monday-Thursday

Math: practice counting to 100 and skip counting by 10’s

Spelling: learn two spelling words a week - spell/read on Friday

Check red folders daily and initial behavior calendar (Please look for special assignments and notes)

Homework

Mutual RespectAttentive ListeningRight to PassNo Put Downs

“I-Messages”Anti-bullying curriculum

Four Agreements