Our Class Has Sohl

Page SohlEducator for 9 Years

Worked with 1st Graders for 3 YearsMother of Two Daughters (15 & 11)

Argyle Elementary School 2013-2014

Our Class is Blessed!Denise Zayas

Volunteering in Classrooms for 13 YearsYMCA Coach

Cub Scout LeaderMother of Two Sons (14 & 10)

Morning Arrival

8:00 – Students may enter school *No supervision prior to 8:00 AM * Students sit quietly in hallway8:25 – 1st bell rings and gates are locked8:30 – Tardy bell *Students need tardy pass from front office if enter room after tardy bell

Class Schedule8:30-8:40 Morning Work8:40-10:15 Reading/Embedded Social Studies/Writing10:15-10:40 Recess10:40-11:25 Writing 11:25-12:00 Resource12:05-12:20 Read Aloud12:20-12:50 Lunch12:50-1:45 Math1:45-2:25 Science2:25-2:35 Closing & Dismissal

Homework Expecations

Please ensure nightly reading. Reading logs and books will be provided after reading levels are assessed.Sight word practice.Math fact practice.Vocabulary review.

*Homework can be fun!

Class Website

Information will be sent home as soon as possible.

Updated weekly to keep you informed of class instruction and activities.

Monthly podcasts. School Website:

www.clay.k12.fl.us/aes

Classroom Management

Focus is on the development of social skills that contribute to cooperative learning.Token Economy-students earn pennies which can be used to purchase rewards on Fridays.Rule reminders are documented and result in movement down the clip chart and a lower end of day pay.Students can continue to receive pennies for good behavior to ensure continued strive toward positive behavior.

Control

Body

Voice

Emotions

Brain

Expectations

Communication

Blue Folder-contains a communication log for notes to you or from you regarding your child and a bag for transportation of money or other important small items.E-mail will be sent frequently if permission is given.Conferences-minimum of 2 per school year 1st beginning after initial assessments and prior to Winter Break. Conference Night will be held in October. If you have a time preference please indicate on the communication log and I will try to accommodate your needs.Class WebsiteSchool WebsiteSchool Facebook

Common CoreMission Statement

The Common Core State Standards provide a consistent, clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy

Grades

Align with Common CoreIncorporate more application evaluations in addition to concrete evidence.Rubrics are used for application evaluations.Concrete evidence (tests, worksheets, etc. will use # Correct/Total Item #)

Report Card

Align with Common Core.Evaluates progress toward mastery of Common Core standards.Please review the Clay County Schools Standards Based Reporting System phamphlet and sample report card.Additional information will be given during curriculum night in October.

DonationsAlways Welcome!

Healthy snacksPaper TowelsTissue Paper (Kleenex)Baggies of All SizesCleaning Supplies (wipes, screen

cleaners, Swiffers, Magic Erase, etc.)Hand SanitizerVarious requested items throughout

the school year.

VolunteersArgyle Volunteers are greatly appreciated!

Volunteers are needed for at-home and in school projects. There is also great need for support for the Fall Festival and Arts at Argyle. Please see the Volunteer Form in your packet.

Parents In Education (PIE) is always on the lookout for new members. Flyers will be coming home soon.

I look forward to partnering with you in the further development of your child.

Thank you for your support and for trusting me with your most prized possession.