2nd Grade2nd GradeABC’s ofABC’s of

Back-to-School NightBack-to-School Night2015-20162015-2016

2nd Grade2nd GradeABC’s ofABC’s of

Back-to-School NightBack-to-School Night2015-20162015-2016

Mrs. FoyMrs. Foy

Attendance• All children returning to school

following an absence must have a signed absence note, or you may complete on-line on R.E.S. website.

• Daily attendance is important in second grade.

• Children running a fever should stay home.

Birthdays• To respect the many children with special

dietary restrictions, Richboro Elementary has decided to eliminate all birthday treats.

• Every child will get to choose a “birthday book”, and a goodie bag from me on his or her birthday.

• No invitations to be sent through school

• Summer Birthdays are celebrated at the end of the year.

Behavior

• Classroom rules are created and discussed 1st week of school.

• Behavior system (Clip-It) for individuals allows for movement both positive and negative.

• Rewards: Whole class- Various choices • Individual- Choose something from my

treasure box when 10 stickers are earned.

Conferences• November conferences to review

Reading/Lang. Arts assessment and current progress. Please remember to sign up tonight.

• Must meet with a parent of every student at least once.

CurriculumLanguage Arts• Reading instruction: Journeys Program: comprehension, phonics, fluency.

Leveled library and Guided Reading groups to address students at all reading levels

• Spelling & Grammar: Journeys• Writing : Journeys: Instruction in the 6 traits. Moving towards writing for an

audience. 2nd grade writing focuses more on the “art” of writing. • See handout for Journeys on-line

Math• Pearson.• Log-in information sheet: www.pearsonsuccessnet.com

Science and Social Studies:• 3 science units: Matter, Balancing and Weighing, & Insects.• 6 Social Studies units: Veteran’s Day Celebration/Performance• More information will be on webpage as we get closer.

Please feel free to look through our manuals and books.

• I can be contacted by E-mail. Cfoy@crsd.org.

• You can also leave me a voice mail message at (215) 944-1915.

Field Trip

Adventure AquariumTowards end of yearCulminates research unit, as well as

several of our Journey’s lessons

Goals• Develop self confidence in all

areas.• Willing to take risks.• Love of reading. • Respect of self and others.

H Homeroom Parents• Our homeroom parents are going

to be chosen shortly:

Homework• Builds responsibility.• Purpose: Review and practice of skills

taught.• Check off assignments as completed.• Parent signature.• Math Practice Book• Maximum of 20 minutes per night.• Refer to homework policy on school web

page for more information.

Join our RSA• Many great opportunities to be

involved in Richboro Elementary School.

• Please Join. Several committees in need of help.

• https://sites.google.com/site/richboroschoolassociation/

Keys to a Great Year• Check your child’s

folder/assignment book daily. • Good communication between

parents and teacher.• A positive attitude.

Pretzel Sale• Our 5th and 6th grade students sell

soft pretzels every Thursday. • Cost: $.50.• Purchased as students get off their

busses in the AM. Or pre-order: see webpage. 1 free pretzel to those choosing the pre-order option.

Questions• If you ever have questions or

concerns please contact me, or E-mail me. cfoy@crsd.org

Report Cards • Second Graders receive report cards the

2nd, 3rd and 4th marking periods.(February, April and June)

• New report card aligns with Common Core State Standards

• No paper copies- HAC

Second Grade Schedule

8:50-9:15 Smart Board activities9:15-9:30 Morning

announcements, pledge, calendar, morning meeting (Second Step)

9:30-11:30 Language Arts(spelling, reading instruction,

writing, and computer time)

11:30-12:00 Recess12:00-12:30 Lunch

12:30-1:00 Read Aloud-then independent reading time (book nooks)

1:00-1:45 Math www.pearsonsuccessnet.com

1:45-2:00 Recess2:00-2:40 Science/Social Studies2:40-3:25- Specials3:25-3:35- Pack up, story 3:40 Dismissal

Teacher • 23rd year at Richboro Elementary!• 3 years in first grade, 8 years in Kindergarten,

10 years in second grade, 2 years out for child rearing.

• Taught 2nd grade in Trenton, NJ, and in private school.

• Masters in Elementary Counseling• 3 children of my own. A college freshman at

PSU a Junior at South , and 6th grader at RES

Visitors• Security changes taking place• You will be given a visitor’s badge

and must have it visible while in the building.

Wes (now Bode)

• Thursday mornings -30 min.• Certified dog and handler• Helps children with reading fluency,

comprehension, and oral reading confidence.

• an incentive for students• See my web page for articles

You• You are your child’s first and most

important teacher!

• No one can influence your child’s life the way you can. Together you and I can make it a great year!

Thank you for coming.Questions???