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Kindergarten
Curriculum Night2015-2016
Tonight’s Agenda
Room Rep IntroductionsBackground InformationCurriculumInstructionAssessmentContact Information
Classroom Room Reps AM
Elizabeth Robinson– [email protected]
Denise Tripp – [email protected]
THANK YOU!
Volunteer Form
Please return this form through backpack mail by the due date.
Background Information
• This is my 9th year teaching at Dryden!
• I taught 2nd grade for 7 years. This will be my second year teaching Kindergarten.
• I got married in May 2014.
• My husband Kyle and I live in Arlington Heights.
• I am a triplet, and have two brothers.
• I have a Masters Degree in Teacher Leadership and endorsements in reading, language arts, social studies and middle school.
Curriculum
LiteracyMathScienceSocial ScienceSocial Emotional Learning
Literacy
Much of our day is spent engaged in literacy activities.
Reading Writing Listening Speaking
We utilize a workshop model for both reading and writing instruction that encourages scaffolding and a gradual
release of responsibility as children move from modeled reading and writing to independence.
Literacy Instruction
Reading Workshop Model – New literacy program called Schoolwide.
Phonemic Awareness Lessons (ability to hear and manipulate individual sounds) Jolly PhonicsSight WordsGuided Reading—matching books with individual reading levels
Reading
Literacy Instruction
Units of Study by Lucy Calkins– Think, Draw, Label, Write– Narrative, Information, and Opinion Writing
Writing
Our goal is to help children feel comfortable with writing and to build their confidence as they learn to match letters with sounds.
Math CurriculumNumber and Numeration– Counting and reading/writing numbers
Operations and Computation– Addition and subtraction
Data and Chance– Collecting, organizing, displaying, and analyzing data
Measurement and Reference Frames– Using nonstandard units of measure, identifying coin values, time
measures (day, week, month), & temperature
Geometry– Exploring 2-D and 3-D shapes
Patterns, Functions, Algebra– Making/recognizing patterns, using a number line and a number
grid
Math Instruction
We use a problem-solving approach based on everyday situations.Key mathematical ideas are repeated over time in slightly different ways.Learning takes place through age-appropriate, playful activities.Math homework provides opportunities to “do math” at home!
Science Curriculum
Collections in NatureRainbows, Colors and LightPlants
Our instruction in the area of science focuses on learning through
inquiry and discovery.
Social Science Curriculum
School TimeFamilyCommunityHolidaysCitizenship
Social Emotional Learning
Respecting self and othersRecognizing and managing emotionsListening and communicatingRecognizing strengths and areas of needProblem solving, decision making, & planningWorking effectively in a groupNegotiating and managing conflictRespecting differences
Dolphin Do’s
Be Safe Be Respectful
Be Responsible
Me Bag
Similar to “Show-and-Tell”Great opportunity for children to learn about each otherEach child will be assigned a week during the year to bring in some photos and 4-5 items that help us get to know them.Items can be placed in the bag provided and brought to school on the Monday of your child’s assigned week.Parents are invited to come in to read a story on the Friday of their child’s week at 11:30 am/3:15pm.
Homework
Reinforces the skills and concepts being taught in class and promotes responsibility.Weekly Homework Routines– Please check your child’s Take Home Folder and book
bag on a daily basis.– Continue to read aloud to your child daily. It is one of
the best ways to help your child develop the knowledge needed for later reading success.
– Practice naming letters and sounds– Practice reading sight works quickly
Additional Information
Please remember to have your child wear gym shoes on gym days and return their library book on book checkout days.
Transportation changes—please let me know.
Feel free to contact me at anytime with questions or concerns. There is no such thing as a silly question!
Snack
We take a working snack break. Please keep snacks simple/finger food friendly.Please do not send juice or water. We have a water fountain in our classroom.No peanuts or tree nuts are allowed in our classroom.Healthy snack options – • Carrot sticks• Cheese stick• Celery • Go-Gurt (yogurt)• Raisins • Popcorn•
Contact Information
E-Mail: [email protected]
Website: www.mrsschmidtsclass.com
Voice Mail: (847) 506-6999 x6557
Absence Hotline: (847) 506-6999 x7100
