Maple Intermediate School

1. Maple Intermediate School 2016-2017 Syllabus

2. Agenda • Meet Mrs. Meng • Meet Mrs. Lasko • Classroom Schedule • Classroom policies • Q & A

3. Mrs. Meng • Bio~ • Veteran of the United States Army • Started in North Olmsted in 1998 after graduating from Cleveland State University with a BS in Ed. • MA Ed. in Administration from Baptist Bible College in PA • Additional 48 Graduate Level Credits • Successfully completed “Master Teacher Portfolio” 2012-2013 School Year • State Certified Teacher Mentor • Issued PK – 6 Principal License • Love to read and spend time with my family and friends.

4. Margie Lasko Bio: -- BA in History from John Carroll University; BA in Education from Baldwin Wallace College • MA in Curriculum and Instruction with a Reading Endorsement from Ashland University • Began teaching in 1997 in Cleveland Public Schools • Joined North Olmsted City Schools in 2003 • Wife of John and mother of 6 North Olmsted Graduates! • Loves to sew, read and SHOP!!!

5. Class Schedule

6. Buddy Bingo It is my hope and desire that this year your child will feel welcome and accepted by their classmates! I have found great success through a “Buddy System” that has worked in my class for over 10 years! The way it works is that I will have students fill in a Buddy Bingo Card with the names of their classmates. Then I will randomly partner students with a buddy one to two times a week. They will play and eat together during recess and lunch. This does not mean they cannot play with other children at the same time. They can include as many friends in the Buddy group as they choose, but they must include their new buddy. After recess and lunch are over they will mark off that buddy’s name on their bingo card and write what they played together and one fact they learned about that person. When they have “Bingo” they can choose a friend to have lunch with the teacher! They will keep going until their Bingo Card is complete!

7. Classroom Textbook Textbooks Our science program does not have a textbook, but it does have a workbook. Students are encouraged to take good notes and to take their workbook home to review. All main textbooks (language arts and social studies) are expected to be covered with paper or cloth covers. Do not use contact paper or sticky book covering materials. Although they say that they do not stick and damage books, they have in the past. ANY & ALL BOOKS ARE ABLE TO BE TAKEN HOME, BUT THEY MUST COME BACK TO SCHOOL THE FOLLOWING DAY. Be aware that the Math workbooks and Reading Texts and Workbook pages are available on line BOOK ADVENTURE SILENT READING BOOKS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE BOOK LEDGE FOR STUDENTS WHENEVER THEY HAVE FREE TIME OR DURING CLASS BOOK ADVENTURE READING TIME.

8. Classroom Supplies CORE SUBJECTS Each core subject is to be color-coded the following way: RED- Language Arts YELLOW- Math GREEN- Science BLUE- Social Studies PURPLE - Take Home Folder

9. 4th GRADE SUPPLY LIST: 24-#2 pencils (NOT mechanical); erasers 24 count box of crayons 8 water-based markers Headphones (ear buds) 4 SOLID colored two-pocket folders in Blue, Red, Purple, & Yellow (No Trappers) Scissors 2 packs wide-ruled loose-leaf paper 2 large glue sticks large supply BAG (Not Box) wooden ruler with metric and standard measurements Dry erase makers 2 boxes of 200-count tissues colored pencils fine point Black marker 2 RED & BLUE composition notebook one 1” binder with pockets in Red 2 Clorox disinfecting wipes Ziploc bags (boys-quart size, girls-gallon size) bring back free summer reading book, Mr. Popper’s Penguins

10. Behavior Policy Follow Maple’s 3R’s of Good Behavior at all times 1. Follow all directions the first time given. 2. Raise hand and wait for permission to speak. 3. Remain seated unless you have permission to do otherwise. 4. Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself. 5. Respect others and classroom equipment

11. Behavior Policy If You Choose to Break a Rule... • First Time:Verbal Warning or take character ticket • Second Time:Student will turn card to yellow • Third Time: Student will turn card to red • Fourth Time/Severe Disruption: Office Referral

12. Behavior Policy Detentions… • Any student receiving a detention will serve that day or the day that follows. • Parents will be notified by way of detention stamp in the agenda, the agenda must be signed and returned the following day. • Detentions are served during recess. • Every 4th detention will be an office referral to Mr. Alexandrou. At this point, he will contact parents to arrange for a 30 min. or 45 min. after school ADP (detention). • Emergency removals from the classroom will be automatic referrals to Mr. Alexandrou.

13. Homework Policy • Homework will be assigned NIGHTLY. The time it takes to complete will vary per student based on their skill level. This does not include practicing math flashcards, and reading each night. • Daily work not finished in class is to be taken home as homework. It is to be completed and due the next morning. • If it is not finished the next day a grade of zero will be earned. • Each homework assignment must be checked, corrected with parent’s help, and signed by parent to be considered completed… If these steps are not taken a detention will be served even though assignment may have been turned in • Late work will not be accepted unless it is due to illness or a death in the family

14. Absent Work Policy • If your child is absent from school, it is their responsibility to meet with the teacher upon their return. All of the worksheets for the day(s) that they missed will be provided. • Work is to be made up at home or during recess if desired. The number of days your child was absent will be the number of days that he/she has to complete the work. If work is provided in advance, it is expected to be completed and returned the first day back at school. • Please check the online grade book on a weekly basis for missing assignment grades and to monitor your child’s progress • No notice will be sent home about missing assignments because of the availability to parents to check online

15. The Gift of Time • There are times when students need extra time to complete in class assignments or to keep up on Book Adventure Reading. I offer what I call “The Gift of Time”. Rather than keeping students after school or having them come in early, I allow them to remain in the classroom with me during their recess. I make myself available to help as needed. Most times students just need the quiet time to work or read. These opportunities will not lead to a detention. Detentions are only for misbehavior or lack of responsibility when it comes to homework.

16. Planner or Agenda Policy • Planners are the responsibility of the student. Each day, students are expected to write their homework and other important information in their planner. Please note: teacher will not check planners each day to ensure students have written in them. Planners are only checked each morning for signatures. If a student is missing assignments and signature for multiple days, a detention will be issued and the parents will be contacted. • Students should share their planners with their parent/guardian and have them sign it each day signifying that all of the work has been done. Please do not sign the planner unless you are sure that all of your child’s work has been completed.

17. Reward Policy • STUDENTS EARN MARBLES IN CLASSROOM JAR • Following directions immediately • Completing assignments on time • Hallway praise from adults in the building • Moving respectfully through the building and classroom while others are working • Making good use of time • Acts of Kindness • Taking good care of work space and supplies • Being prepared by having proper materials and supplies • Working quietly and not disturbing others that are working

18. Reward Policy • What Students Get For Filled Marble Jar: • Extra Recess for 15 minutes • Homework Pass • “Doodle Time” • 5 filled marble jars = classroom party option: • Popcorn • Cookie • Pretzel • Popsicle • Doughnut

19. Reward Policy • Eagle Pride-Students earn Eagle Pride each quarter. Those students earning less than three detentions and with less than five missing assignments will have their names posted and participate in a school-wide reward activity. However, students that demonstrate dramatic, ongoing, consistent improvement may be considered for Eagle Pride. This is at the teacher’s discretion. In the past this has involved edible treats, Rockin’ Recess and special assemblies!

20. Book Adventure • Each student is given an ID for the web site. • Requires students to read 25 books a quarter. • After reading the students are required to take an online quiz. Passing scores are 70% or higher. Once a quiz is passed the score will be written on their Quarter 1 Book Adventure List. For every passed test students earn 4 points. • Students can earn up to 100 points in Language Arts. • Students will have time throughout the day to read. If additional time is needed, students will need to read at home. • All books are available on the Reading Ledge • www.bookadventure.com • Students can earn extra credit by reading additional books!

21. Book AdventureRewards • Book Adventure Prizes -issued by individual teacher for classroom milestones (points or books read) per quarter • 13 book challenge – treat in the cafeteria • 25 book challenge – pizza party at the end of the Quarter (Up to 4 pizza parties per year) • 100 book challenge – Malley’s walk for ice cream

22. Friday Folder Your child’s class work will be brought home each Friday in their take home folder. There are two sides to the folder: Keep at Home and Sign and Return. Please go through each paper with your child, reviewing and questioning them about their work and what concepts we are/were exploring in class. If students received intervention on a paper it might need signed and returned. Sometimes papers are sent home to be corrected and returned. Please check carefully and return any papers that need returned. Some papers will be kept in a L.A. portfolio to show growth over time. These items will be shared at conference and again at the end of the year! This year I will be keeping math assignments in the math workbook. I will collect the book, mark the grade, and hand it back to your child. The math workbook will come home every night for students to complete homework. You can see your child’s progress and review any concepts that need reviewed at that time. Please keep the papers in the workbook as the workbook pages will be used by the students as a study guide before the chapter test.

23. Communication There are three ways that you can get a hold of me: email, a letter in the planner, or leaving a message with Ms. Kennedy our school secretary. • By email.: Jennifer.Meng@nocseagels.org • By phone: School number is 440-779-3533 • Email me through the http://meng4thgrade.weebly.com

24. http://meng4thgrade.weebly.com Check students homework assignments, daily schedule, useful websites, and classroom rules: Type in URL: http://meng4thgrade.weebly.com Click on any of the tabs and then open the files you need to see! It is that easy!!!! You can email me right through this site!!!!

25. Sign and Return In order to achieve success this school year we will need to work together as a team. Please print this form and sign and return this page after you have read this syllabus and discussed it with your child. It is your child’s responsibility to return this page to school immediately following parent night. Student Agreement Student: I have read the policies I understand them. I will honor them while in all my classes. Student Signature: __________________________ Date: _________ Parent or Guardian Agreement Parents: I have read and discussed all the information in this syllabus with my child. My child and I have discussed the policies I and I will support them. Parent Signature: __________________________ Date: _________ Email Address: _____________________________________________

26. Teacher Agreement Teachers: I will be fair and consistent in administering the policies presented in this syllabus. I am looking forward to working with all of you and are positive that together we can build a successful and productive school year. Teacher’s Signature: Mrs. Meng

27. One Free Homework Pass Just print this coupon, sign your name, and turn it in! It is just that easy! 