Welcome to Mrs. LeBlanc’s 4th /5th

Grade Class!General Philosophy: Teach a standards-based curriculum, while

providing an exciting, enriching, and safe learning environment

Meet the needs of each individual learner Motivate children to become a part of their

learning Teach skills that promote life-long learning Model positive and respectful behaviors in both

the classroom and playground settings

Meadow Park Mustangs

Know the Respect Oneself

Property

Each

other

School“The essence of respect is to show solemn regard

for the worth of people including yourself.”-Zona Hutson

Classroom Classroom ManagementManagement

ROPES couponsStudent of the DayReward tickets- positive reinforcement

“Respect” cards

How are students selected for placement in combination

classes?Student has demonstrated academic success

Student displays responsibility and independence with learning

Student works cooperatively and respectfully with others

What and How are What and How are Children Taught in the Children Taught in the Combination Classroom?Combination Classroom? Instruction is based on the state standards for each

grade levelCollaboration among grade level teamsCredentialed instructional assistantStrategic scheduling (music, P.E., etc.)Variety of instructional strategies

whole class & small group instruction, projects, cooperative groups, peer mentoring, etc.

How Can Parents How Can Parents Support Their Support Their Student?Student? Exhibit a positive attitude about your child’s

placement Visit our classroom to become familiar with our

instructional program Encourage students to participate in unique

opportunities available only to students in a combination class

Encourage children to develop new friendships with others in the class

CurriculumCurriculum

Please visit the California Department of Education’s website for specific information on the 4th and 5th grade state standards:

http://www.cde.ca.gov/be/st/

Language Arts 4th and 5th graders participate in RTI Reading groups

across their own grade level

Weekly Grammar and Spelling lessons are directly taught to each individual grade level

4th and 5th grade writing lessons are taught separately, with follow-up assignments given using grade-appropriate materials

Mathematics Small group instruction

Whole class instruction

*Example: Array and Area

Follow-up activities with grade-appropriate materials

Ongoing assessment to determine need for challenge/reteaching

Science and Social Studies

Students receive direct instruction by individual grade level in Social Studies

Follow-up activities and/or projects are assigned whole class with grade-appropriate materials

Science instruction occurs by individual grade level with the help of teachers who specialize in this area

4th and 5th grade homework will be consistent with each corresponding grade level

Nightly: Math One additional assignment (language, science, etc.) 30 minutes of reading (4th grade weekly book log & 5th grade

monthly book log) Weekly:

Personal Word Quiz (PWQ) Some long-term assignments

Student’s responsibility: Write in planner daily Bring home all materials necessary to complete the assignments Ask Mrs. LeBlanc questions

Homework due at 8:10 a.m. Weekly Reports sent home every Friday.

HomeworkHomework

Learning Resources

Math Journal- Each student will have a spiral notebook designated to take daily notes. This notebook should be used for reference on homework and in preparation for assessments.

Grammar Journal- Students will take weekly notes in a composition book. These notes should be used for Grammar homework and to prepare for assessments.

Study Guides- Students will complete a study guide for all Unit/Chapter Tests (not quizzes).

Achievement – A,B,C,D,FPercentagesEffort – O, S, NCheck +, Check, Check -Complete/IncompleteTeacher Comments

GradingGrading

Weekly Folder school announcements and student worksigned and returned each Friday

Weekly Report: Blue Slip or Green MustangE-mail updates, Mustang Express, and school

websiteHomework Planner - reviewProgress Report as neededReport Card Goal Setting Conference - Child AttendsE-mailPhone Calls/Voice Mail

CommunicatCommunicationion

School Policies• arrival 7:55/leave campus 2:39• playground and equipment are reserved for Meadow

Park students from 7:55-2:39, other children are not permitted on the playground

• no parents parking or dropping off in parking lot• tardy students – sign-in• volunteers must register, sign in at the front office,

and wear a badge while on campus• parents may not bring late assignments/instruments • late lunches can be left in the container in the office

Meadow Park FoundationMission: To enhance our children’s education through technology.

Who we are: Meadow Park parents

What we do: Organize and run fundraising activities throughout the year to support technology related purchases for Meadow Park.

Where the funds come from: Primarily from Meadow Park parents, corporate donors and other foundations.

Why we do it: To supplement funds Meadow Park receives from IUSD.

When we meet: The second Tuesday of each month at 7 pm in the school library. Please join us.

How you can help: By donating to the Meadow Park Foundation. All proceeds go directly to Meadow Park Elementary for the benefit of our children. All donations are tax deductible because we’re a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation.

*For more information, please visit

www.meadowparkfoundation.org

Thank you for attending!

I am looking forward to a wonderful year!

*Please sign-up to volunteer and for a goal-setting conference on your way out.