Kindergarten Camp 2018-2019 Heritage Elementary Home of the Hawks

1. Kindergarten Camp 2018-2019Heritage ElementaryHome of the Hawks Mrs. Wallace: Principal Mrs. Hyde: Asst. Principal HRE is a learning campus that fosters lifelong learning for ALL.

2. Welcome to the KindergartenClass of 2031!

3. Mrs. Adams • Mrs. Ripley • Mrs. Alvarez Meet the Teachers:

4. Kinder Camp will continue the first three days and students will be divided into groups and will rotate through all teacher. • The teachers will get to know all the students through classroom observations, activities and assessments. • We believe this will help us provide the best placement and teacher fit. • Teachers will be assigned by the end of Friday, August 17, 2018. • Students will start on Monday, August 20, 2018 with their assigned homeroom teacher. • A letter will go home letting you know who your child’s kinder teacher is on Friday, August 17, 2018. • You will be allowed to walk your student to class on Monday if you wish.

5. Ms. Herrera – Counselor • Coach Hatfield – P.E. • Ms. Garza – Computers • Ms. Summers– Librarian • Ms. Lupold-Music • Ms. Valverde - Nurse The Support Team:

6. Balanced Literacy • Shared Reading • Guided Reading • Independent Reading • Journal Writing • Math • Science • Social Studies Kindergarten Academics/Curriculum

7. Physical Education • Art • Music • Media • Technology Integration • Guidance Related Academics:

8. A Day in the Life of a Kindergartener

9. Opening Activities (Lunch count, Morning work, Journals, Calendar Math, Oral Language skills) • Language Arts Block (Phonics, Vocabulary, Writing, and Reading) • Mathematics Block (Hands-on activities and instruction) • Centers/Workstations (Small group instruction, Individualized student support, Enrichment and Individualized instructional time) • Lunch (Good nutrition, health, and daily focus on table manners) • Recess (Fine and gross motor skill development) • Story time (Listening to stories and music/ Book and print awareness activities) • Social Studies/Science (Discovery time/ SS and Science Units) • PE/Art/Music/Computers • Daily Reflections (Review concepts/skills learned today)

13. Attendance and being at school on time is very important! • There is a positive correlation between student attendance and student achievement. • When you get your child to school on time, it sends a strong message that you value education. Attendance

14. Heritage Hawks are Game Changers Be a Game Changer. What you say matters. What you do has impact.

20. 2018 – 2019 La Porte Independent School District Elementary Dress Code Specific Basic Dress Code Guidelines for all PK – 5th Grade Students Clothing Basics: • Clean, non-distracting, appropriate fit and in good repair • All students must wear appropriate under garments • The following are prohibited on clothing: • Lewd, offensive, vulgar, or obscene signs or gestures • Tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, drugs, weapons, speech or graphics reasonably likely to incite violence, satanic symbols, skulls, crossbones, blood or death • Evidence of membership or affiliation in any gang, unauthorized club or organization Accessories: • Backpacks, satchels and briefcases must be clear, transparent or mesh • Personal bags including purses, hip bags, cross-bodies in excess of 8” x 10” shall be prohibited • Personal or school-issued equipment bags such as, but not limited to athletic equipment bags, musical instruments, art portfolios are to be stored in designated areas. These designated areas include athletic locker rooms, fine arts facilities and other areas as specified by campus administration. • Lunch kits in excess of 9” x 10” shall be stored in a designated area specified by campus administration • No chains (i.e. billfold chains and chains on pants) • No sunglasses, hats, bandanas, gloves or head/hand coverings indoors • Pierced jewelry should not distract from the learning environment • Tattoos and other drawings on the skin must be covered Slacks/Jeans/Pants/Shorts: • Any color (designs included) that does not violate the clothing basics • Appropriately sized and worn at the natural waistline • No holes, tears, or rips in pants, including those purchased with fashion tears that expose skin • Shorts must be mid-thigh length or longer

21. Dresses/Jumpers/Skirts/Skorts: • Any color (designs included) • Must be mid-thigh length or longer • Dresses • Collars not required • No strapless, backless, or spaghetti straps • Shoulder straps must be shoulder width  Shirts: • Any color or pattern that does not violate clothing basics • Low cut, sheer or revealing tops are not permitted • Shirts must not expose undergarments or bare the midriff  Shoes: • Any color • Closed toe and heel (no sandals, flip-flops, or clogs, cleats or skate shoes) • Rubber soles Socks/Hosiery: • Worn at all times • Leggings/tights/yoga pants must be worn as hosiery under skirts, tunics, dresses (midthigh or longer)  Coats/Hoodies/Sweaters/Jackets/Vests/Sweatshirts: • Any color or design that does not violate clothing basics • May not be used to cover garments that would otherwise be a dress code violation • Full-length or oversized outerwear apparel, such as those commonly referred to as trench coats, dusters & like garments, are prohibited • Hoods may not be worn inside the building at any time Hair: • Clean, neatly groomed, and non-distracting • Any form of dress or appearance determined by the principal to be disruptive to the learning environment will be prohibited.

22. Student Handbook • Please take time to read the student handbook. It is a great idea to read it as a family so everyone is informed and prepare for the new school year. New Cafeteria Procedures • Parents desiring to dine with their students should follow the assigned day of the week designated for students with the last name beginning with: • Tuesday: A – I • Wednesday: J – R • Thursday: S – Z • A maximum of 3 guests will be allowed to dine with the student. • No campus lunch visitors will be allowed during the first three weeks of the school year and on designated state and district assessment days. • Parents will not be allowed to dine with students for breakfast Outside Food or Drinks • In an effort to maintain a safe and secure learning environment, parents/guardians will not be allowed to deliver any outside food during the instructional day, to include lunches or snacks. In the event that the student has left his/her lunch at home, sack lunches and lunch kits may be delivered by 9:00 a.m. to the front office No Lunch Visitors • In order to help our students, learn the cafeteria routines and procedures, the HRE cafeteria is closed to lunchtime visitors until September 11th. Please check the monthly newsletter for other dates on which the cafeteria will be closed to visitors to help maintain building security (ie: benchmark testing days, STAAR testing days, etc.).

23. Communication is KeyWebsite, Web Page, Remind, Call outs, Email, Monthly Newsletters Save the Date 8-15-18First Day of school 8-21-18 Spirit Night- Mod Pizza 10:30 am - 10:00 pm 8-30-18 Open House/Title 1 It’s a game changer, not a game ender.

24. Promote a love of Reading • You are your child’s first teacher! • You are a powerful role model. • Read to your child • Read with your child • Talk about the story and pictures • Have fun with words: rhythm and rhyme of the language. Preparing Your Child for Kindergarten

25. Development of a larger vocabulary • Development of longer attention spans • Promotes a greater understanding of book and print • Value reading and learning • Opportunities to spend quality time with your child Benefits of Reading with Your Child

26. Environmental Print: Words and phrases that surround us • Billboards • Restaurant signs • Menus • Grocery store • Traffic signs • Cereal boxes • Magazines Think Beyond Books:

27. Model for your child • Oral language • Written language • Nonverbal communication • Listening skills • Speaking skills Communication

28. Playing games • Categorizing/grouping items • Help with preparing snacks/meals • Putting things away • Getting along with others • Learning to listen • Sticking to a schedule Readiness

31. Demonstrate how to hold and turn pages of a book. • Help them begin to recognize and know their first and last name. • Practice writing their first name (capital letter at the beginning, lower case letters throughout). • Practice saying the alphabet (not singing). • Practice counting to 25. • Help them learn to recognize colors and basic shapes. • Learn their address and phone number. How Can I Help My Child

32. Enroll your child in the Reading Program at the local Library. • Practice buttoning, snapping, and tucking in shirts • Practice tying shoes. • Teach your child proper restroom etiquette. How Can I Help My Child This (con’t)

33. Make sure your child gets plenty of rest- It is a great idea to establish a school routine one week before school starts (going to bed early and waking up early). • Serve nutritious and unhurried meals. • Encourage your child to be polite and to state feelings instead of acting them out. • Provide numerous opportunities for experiences with books. How to Prepare for a successful 2018-2019 School Year:

34. Join the PTA! • Volunteer to help your school. • Attend school events, parent conferences, and meetings. • Contact your child’s teacher if you have questions or concerns. Plan to be Active:

35. Reminders: • Kinder Camp- August 9, 2018 9:00-10:00 • Meet the Teacher will be held at HRE in August 13, 2018 5:30-6:30. • First day of school is Wednesday, August 15, 2018. • School time: • 7:15 a.m. – Campus doors open • 8:00 a.m. – First bell • 8:10 a.m. – Tardy bell • 3:45 p.m. – School ends Beginning of the 2018-2019 School Year

36. Do you still need to complete your registration? • Do you have registration questions? • Do you have questions about the school supply list? • Do you have questions about a Heritage Spirit shirt? Please See the Front Office Contact Person:

37. General questions? • Specific questions? Questions/Comments

38. Thank you for taking the time to attend HRE’s Kinder Camp! • We look forward to our partnership with you, which will ensure a quality educational experience for your child. Conclusion