Welcome to the 2013-2014 School Year at Marion Intermediate School!

Welcome to the Welcome to the 2013-2014 School Year2013-2014 School Year

at at Marion Intermediate School!Marion Intermediate School!

Welcome to the Welcome to the 2013-2014 School Year2013-2014 School Year

at at Marion Intermediate School!Marion Intermediate School!

My name is Ms. Hughes. (Rhymes with Shoes)

I will teach you English-Language Arts and Social

Studies.

My name is Ms. Hughes. (Rhymes with Shoes)

I will teach you English-Language Arts and Social

Studies.

About MeAbout Me-I graduated from Mullins High School, Clemson University, and SC State University-I’ve taught Pre-K, Third Grade, and this is my sixth year teaching 4th grade. -Before I was a teacher I was a Financial Aid Counselor.

-I graduated from Mullins High School, Clemson University, and SC State University-I’ve taught Pre-K, Third Grade, and this is my sixth year teaching 4th grade. -Before I was a teacher I was a Financial Aid Counselor.

My FamilyMy Family

My Favorite ThingsMy Favorite Things -Colors: Orange, Brown, and Green -Music: R and B -Subject: Math - To collect: Earrings, Scarves (pics) - Food: French Fries (I could eat them

all day), I LOVE PEANUT BUTTER!!!!

-Colors: Orange, Brown, and Green -Music: R and B -Subject: Math - To collect: Earrings, Scarves (pics) - Food: French Fries (I could eat them

all day), I LOVE PEANUT BUTTER!!!!

My Hobbies and TalentsMy Hobbies and Talents I exercise daily. (Walk, Jog, Zumba,

Aerobics) I enjoy acting. (Commercials,

Theatre, Musicals)-Dreamgirls-Judgement House-Christmas Shows -HairSpray

-Aint Misbehavin-The Color Purple

I exercise daily. (Walk, Jog, Zumba, Aerobics)

I enjoy acting. (Commercials, Theatre, Musicals)-Dreamgirls-Judgement House-Christmas Shows -HairSpray

-Aint Misbehavin-The Color Purple

My Hobbies and TalentsMy Hobbies and Talents

I love to sing!-I am the lead singer of two bands.-In 2002, I auditioned for the T.V.

show, American Idol.

I love to take pictures!

I love to sing!-I am the lead singer of two bands.-In 2002, I auditioned for the T.V.

show, American Idol.

I love to take pictures!

What I expect from you…What I expect from you… Hard Work (Do your very best) Fun Attitude Positive Thinking Lots of learning Respect Listening and Following directions I want us all to work together and

make this the best school year EVER!!!

Hard Work (Do your very best) Fun Attitude Positive Thinking Lots of learning Respect Listening and Following directions I want us all to work together and

make this the best school year EVER!!!

8:00 – 8:50

8:50 – 9:40

9:40-11:20

11:20 – 12:00

12:00-1:40

1:40 -2:25

Social Studies

SpecialArea

ELA LUNCH/RECESS

Math Science

Daily ScheduleDaily Schedule

 Monday  P.E.Coach Corrie

 Tuesday ArtMs. Ray

 Wednesday  Computer LabMs. Davis 

 Thursday  P.E.Coach Stauch

 Friday  Computer LabMs. Proctor

Activity ScheduleActivity Schedule

Classroom RulesClassroom Rules

Rules are meant to keep all of us focused on what is most important…

Rules are meant to keep all of us focused on what is most important…

EDUCATION!

Classroom RulesClassroom Rules1. Always raise your hand and

wait to be recognized.2. Remain seated unless you are

given permission to get up for some reason.

3. Be responsible for your materials.

1. Always raise your hand and wait to be recognized.

2. Remain seated unless you are given permission to get up for some reason.

3. Be responsible for your materials.

Classroom RulesClassroom Rules4. Respect your classmates and

all adults by refraining from harsh words and actions.

5. Always attempt to do your best on your work.

6. Avoid any types of distractions that would interfere with our main focus, education.

4. Respect your classmates and all adults by refraining from harsh words and actions.

5. Always attempt to do your best on your work.

6. Avoid any types of distractions that would interfere with our main focus, education.

S tay Safe

T ake Responsibility

A ct Respectfully

R eady to Learn

S tay Safe

T ake Responsibility

A ct Respectfully

R eady to Learn

M.I.S. S.T.A.R. Fox Expectations:

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Arrival

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Arrival

• Walk quietly into building

• Stay in a single file line

• Voice off

• Keep hands, feet,and objects to yourself

• Go directly to cafeteriaor designated hall

• Voice off in cafeteria

and hall

• Immediately followdirections of all staff

.

• Listen for announcements and directions

STAY

SAFE

TAKE

RESPONSIBILITY

ACT

RESPECTFULLY

READY

TO

LEARN

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Dismissal

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Dismissal

STAY

SAFE

TAKE

RESPONSIBILITY

ACT

RESPECTFULLY

READY

TO

LEARN

• Walk quietly

• Follow directions of staff in hall and on duty

• Wait quietly until you are dismissed

• Exit through the correct doors

• Immediately followdirections of all staff

.

• Listen to announcements

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Hall S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Hall

STAY

SAFE

TAKE

RESPONSIBILITY

ACT

RESPECTFULLY

READY

TO

LEARN

• Walk on righthand side of the hall

• Walk facingforward

• Always have a passunless you are with ateacher

• Go directly to assigned area

• Be quiet

• Keep hands, feet, andobjects in your personal space

• Silently greet others.

• Observe bulletin boards from a distance

•Listen for directions

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Restroom

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Restroom

STAY

SAFE

TAKE

RESPONSIBILITY

ACT

RESPECTFULLY

READY

TO

LEARN

• Keep hands and feet to yourself

• Wash hands

• Use restroom as intended

• Keep area clean

• Hit the target

• Flush after use

• Wait quietly andpatiently

• Stay on task

.

• Use time wisely

• Be quick andquiet

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Playground/RecessS.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Playground/Recess

STAY

SAFE

TAKE

RESPONSIBILITY

ACT

RESPECTFULLY

READY

TO

LEARN

• Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself

• Leave rocks and mulch on the ground

• Play in designatedarea

• Line up immediately

• Keep area clean

• Enter and leave thebuilding quietly

• Play fair

.

• Share equipment

• Use equipment properly as it was intended

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Main OfficeS.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Main Office

STAY

SAFE

TAKE

RESPONSIBILITY

ACT

RESPECTFULLY

READY

TO

LEARN

• Walk • Enter through thefront office door quietly

• Stop at counter

• Greet office staffand explain why you are there

.

• Listen for directions

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: CafeteriaS.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Cafeteria

STAY

SAFE

TAKE

RESPONSIBILITY

ACT

RESPECTFULLY

READY

TO

LEARN

• Walk quietly as you enter and leave

• Keep area clean

• Turn in trays one ata time in a single fileline

• Say “Please” and“Thank You”

• Use good table manners

• Talk only to yourneighbor using “inside voices”

• Listen to cafeteria staff and teachers for directions

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Assembly (Gym)

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Assembly (Gym)

STAY

SAFE

TAKE

RESPONSIBILITY

ACT

RESPECTFULLY

READY

TO

LEARN

• Enter and leave quietly

• Walk

• Keep hands and feet to yourself

• Applaud when it isappropriate

• Sit quietly

• Sit quietly

• Sit up straight

• Eyes should beon the speaker

• Listen attentively

S.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Fire drillS.T.A.R. Fox Matrix: Fire drill

STAY

SAFE

TAKE

RESPONSIBILITY

ACT

RESPECTFULLY

READY

TO

LEARN

• Line up immediately at signal

• Voice off

• Walk outside

• Stay in a single fileline

• Keep hands,feet, and objects toyourself

• Listen for directions

NurseNurse•Nurse Scruggs is here only for emergencies.•All medication should be left with the nurse.•When go to the nurse, you must use the door on the fourth grade hall. Do not go through the Main Office.•The nurse is unavailable from 7:30-8:30, 11:00-12:00, and 1:00-1:30.

•Nurse Scruggs is here only for emergencies.•All medication should be left with the nurse.•When go to the nurse, you must use the door on the fourth grade hall. Do not go through the Main Office.•The nurse is unavailable from 7:30-8:30, 11:00-12:00, and 1:00-1:30.

ComputersComputers•Handle both desktop and laptop computers with care.•Be responsible by keeping up with and memorizing your log-in information.

•Handle both desktop and laptop computers with care.•Be responsible by keeping up with and memorizing your log-in information.

HandoutsHandouts•Place your student number in the upper right hand corner of each handout.•Give the handouts to your parent/guardian as soon as you get home.•Take care of the handouts. They should be returned looking neat and organized.•Check to make sure that each side of each form is filled out.•The first class to get all lunch forms returned will be rewarded by Ms. Sweeney.

•Place your student number in the upper right hand corner of each handout.•Give the handouts to your parent/guardian as soon as you get home.•Take care of the handouts. They should be returned looking neat and organized.•Check to make sure that each side of each form is filled out.•The first class to get all lunch forms returned will be rewarded by Ms. Sweeney.

AgendaAgenda•Put your first and last name in your agenda right now. •You should have your agenda with you daily.•Take care of your agenda. There is no need to fold or remove pages.•You will write all homework assignments in your agenda.•You must get your agenda signed by a parent or guardian every night.

•Put your first and last name in your agenda right now. •You should have your agenda with you daily.•Take care of your agenda. There is no need to fold or remove pages.•You will write all homework assignments in your agenda.•You must get your agenda signed by a parent or guardian every night.

HomeworkHomework• You will be required to read every

night for 20 minutes. • You must write the Title and Author

of each book in your agenda. This will be your Reading Log.

• You must get your Reading Log signed every night.

• Other homework will be assigned based on what has been taught.

• You will be required to read every night for 20 minutes.

• You must write the Title and Author of each book in your agenda. This will be your Reading Log.

• You must get your Reading Log signed every night.

• Other homework will be assigned based on what has been taught.

EffortEffort•This is an ELA and Social Studies classroom, so you will read and write daily.•Give your best effort and do you work the first time, so that I don’t have to find additional time for you to get your work done.

•This is an ELA and Social Studies classroom, so you will read and write daily.•Give your best effort and do you work the first time, so that I don’t have to find additional time for you to get your work done.

QuestionsQuestions

Now Tell Me About Yourself…Now Tell Me About Yourself… Tell me about your

Family. (Name a few people in your family.)

What is your …-Favorite Color?-Favorite Music?-Favorite Food?-Favorite things to collect?-Subject?

Tell me about your Family. (Name a few people in your family.)

What is your …-Favorite Color?-Favorite Music?-Favorite Food?-Favorite things to collect?-Subject?

What are your Hobbies? (Things you like to do.)

What are your Talents? (Things you are good at doing.)

What do you expect from me this year?

What do you hope to learn this year?

What are your Hobbies? (Things you like to do.)

What are your Talents? (Things you are good at doing.)

What do you expect from me this year?

What do you hope to learn this year?

ActivitiesActivities People Poem

-use the letters of your name to create an acronym.

-include words that tell something about yourself

People Poem

-use the letters of your name to create an acronym.

-include words that tell something about yourself

Fact or Fib?

-write 5 statements about yourself.-four should be true and one should be a Fib.-your partner will try to figure out the fib.

Fact or Fib?

-write 5 statements about yourself.-four should be true and one should be a Fib.-your partner will try to figure out the fib.

ActivitiesActivities Take as Much As

You Want-Take as much tissue from the roll as you need to get the job done.

Take as Much As You Want-Take as much tissue from the roll as you need to get the job done.