“Quacking Up” About Second Grade

1. “Quacking Up” About Second Grade Welcome to Team Two!

2. Mrs. Tanis • Teacher for 19 years • Elon University, Johns Hopkins • Two children: Emily 13; Carly 6

3. Second Grade’s InstructionalTeam Mrs. Tanis Lee_Tanis@Hcpss.org Mrs. Erbe Kristen_Erbe@Hcpss.org Mrs. Keelan Suzanne_Keelan@Hcpss.org Mrs. Ridge Lorraine_Ridge@Hcpss.org Mrs. Wehland Bethany_Wehland@Hcpss.org Mrs. Szymanski Andrea_Szymanski@Hcpss.org Mrs. Kinloch Jennifer_Kinloch@Hcpss.org Mrs. Mezzanotte :Speech Mrs. Farrar: ELL Mrs. Miskimins: Reading Specialist

4. Mission Statement Manor Woods Elementary fosters a learning environment that upholds standards of excellence in teaching and learning, where students, community members and staff are valued and exercise mutual respect in a diverse and changing world.

5. At Manor Woods Elementary School I will show that my conduct is full of care: be on time, prepared to work be courteous and respectful use appropriate language respect the personal space and property of others follow directions complete assigned tasks take responsibility for my actions. Careful Conduct

6. Criteria for a 1 OUTSTANDING EFFORT • Consistently: • shows respect toward adults and peers. • displays enthusiasm toward learning. • listens attentively. • follows directions the first time they are given. • participates independently. • stays on task and focused. • completes tasks. • follows classroom rules and procedures.

7. Criteria for a 2 SATISFACTORY EFFORT • Usually: • shows respect toward adults and peers. • displays enthusiasm toward learning. • listens attentively and follows directions. • participates. • stays on task and focused. • completes tasks. • follows classroom rules and procedures.

8. Criteria for a 3 EFFORT NEEDS IMPROVEMENT • Has difficulty: • showing respect toward others. • listening attentively. • following directions. • staying on task and focused. • completing tasks in a timely manner. • following classroom rules and procedures. • displaying enthusiasm toward learning • participating in class activities.

9. Communication • Notes • Agenda Book Notes • Phone calls • Comments on papers • Quarterly progress reports • Report cards • Conferences

10. E-mails • Teacher’s e-mail addresses will be posted tonight on your child’s classroom chalkboard. • Teachers will do their best to respond within 24 hours. • Please do not e-mail a change of dismissal plans for the same day. • Please consider a telephone call or schedule a conference if you wish to discuss a concern or questions about your child’s program.

11. Daily Schedule 8:30-8:50 Opening 8:50-11:10 Language Arts 11:10-12:10 Recess and Lunch 12:10-1:10 Related Arts/Health 1:10-2:25 Math 2:25-3:00 Content 3:00-3:15 Dismissal

12. Homework • Homework is assigned Monday through Thursday when appropriate • Parental involvement as needed; please review with your child • Agenda Books • ExtendedIllness- Call office to request homework

13. Special Events • Field Trips • Cultural Arts Programs • Halloween Parade/Party • Valentine Celebration • End-of-the-Year Picnic • “Goin Buggy”

14. Birthdays • Food treats are not permitted • Invitations may not be passed out in school Birthday Recognition Suggestions: pencils class book stickers recess games

15. Field Trips One or two reasonably priced: TBD

16. Thank You! If there is something you would like to discuss specific to your child, please contact your child’s teacher for a conference. Thank you for coming!!!