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2nd GRADE

P.E.: 10:30 - 11

Library: 12:45 - 1:30

P.E.: 10:30 - 11

Computers: 1 - 1:30

P.E.: 10:30 - 11

P.E.: 10:30 - 11

Computers: 1 - 1:30

P.E.: 10:30 - 11

ART: 1 - 2

Reading - Read 20 minutes and fill out log

Math - P 7-12 W.S.

Spelling - 1st page in packet

Reading - Read 20 minutes and fill out log

Math - P 7-13 W.S.

Spelling - 2nd page in packet

Reading - Read 20 minutes and fill out log

Math - study guide

Spelling - Finish packet & STUDY

Reading - Read "LIfe Cycle of a Pumpkin" and finish log

Math - TEST

2:30 DISMISSAL

4-9 CONFERENCES

NO SCHOOL

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

I have discussed this in our classroom so your child should be aware of the rewards and consequences.  Each day students start with 4 tickets.  If a student chooses not to follow any of these rules, he/she will receive a verbal warning, then turn in a ticket as a consequence.
Tickets:
Loss of 1 ticket is a verbal warning.  
Loss of 2 tickets is 5 minutes off of recess.
Loss of 3 tickets is no recess and a reflection note home.
Loss of 4 tickets is no recess and a conduct report is sent home.

Reflection Note: A Reflection Note is filled out by the student during recess.  It will state what actions they chose, and what they will change so it will not happen again.  This reflection note will require a parent’s signature.

Severe Disruption:  Immediately sent to the office
While I have discussed this Classroom Management System in class with your child, I would appreciate it if you would review it with him/her at home.

Homework Expectations
According to our District 87 curriculum handbook, homework is defined as:

An academic assignment or learning activity that relates to the school curriculum and is to be completed outside of class.  Homework assignments review, reinforce, or extend classroom learning providing practice and application of knowledge gained; homework assignments teach students responsibility and organizational skills; homework assignments promote wise and orderly use of time; and homework assignments provide opportunities for enrichment activities.

Homework is an integral aspect of school because it provides your student with an additional opportunity to interact with newly learned concepts or prepare for an upcoming lesson.

Aligning with District 87’s policies on homework, I feel that homework is an extension of the learning that occurs in the classroom.  I will assign homework daily.  Homework should take students 20 minutes to complete, not including reading each evening and studying for tests.  Spelling tests will be given every Friday, unless otherwise stated.   Reading tests will be given every Monday, unless otherwise stated.  Each week a new Spelling packet will be given out on Monday and will be due on Friday, unless otherwise stated.  Students will be assigned one page each day to complete for homework.

I expect students to do their best on homework.  I expect homework to be neat, not sloppy.  I expect students to do the work on their own and only ask for help after they have given it their best effort.  If possible, I would appreciate it if a parent would spend a few minutes each evening reviewing completed homework assignments.
 

I strongly believe in the value positive support plays in motivating children to develop good study habits.  I will give students praise and other incentives when they do their homework.  However, if a student does not complete their homework, which includes your signature on their Daily Homework Sheet and Daily Homework Reading Log, they will receive a color change. Any unfinished class work and homework will be finished during recess.  Please make sure that any Library books or textbooks brought home are returned to school the next day, so students can use them in school.

I know that at times, there is a legitimate reason a student is not able to finish their homework.  Please send a short note to me explaining why the homework was not completed and when I can expect it to be done.  Also, feel free to contact me at anytime to discuss questions you may have about homework.

Friday Folders
All student work, excluding tests, will be sent home on the last day of the school week.  In most cases the last day of the school week will be Friday.  Please find time over the weekend to look at your son’s or daughter’s work and discuss it with your child.  Keep all student work at home unless the homework/test/quiz needs to be signed.  Sign the Friday folder sheet and return that sheet and folder to school with your son or daughter.  

Tests and Quizzes
If your child should earn a D or F on a test or quiz, it will be sent home for a parent’s signature.  Please review the test or quiz with your child and return it to school in their Friday Folder.

www.pearsonsuccessnet.com

Reading Street Website

Students can access our Reading Curriculum

www.hbavenues.com 

Students can access extra Reading materials such as ELL here

www.funbrain.com

This website offers a variety of activities in math and language arts

- Follow directions when given.

- Stay on task; work quietly.

- Keep hands, feet, and objects away from others.

- Come prepared for class.

- Respect yourself, others, and everyone's property.

Make sure your child comes prepared every day to school.  

Practice Math Flashcards and Sight Words daily. 

Feb. 9 Conferences 4-9 PM

Feb. 10 & Feb. 13 NO SCHOOL