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5 th Grade ROCKS !

5 th Grade ROCKS !. Welcome to a RECORD BREAKING year. PRODUCER: MRS. MEGAN Smith. Wife and PROUD Mommy *Want to see pictures? . 9 th year in CNUSD THRILLED to be a returning Lincoln Lion!!!.

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5 th Grade ROCKS !

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  1. 5th Grade ROCKS! Welcome to a RECORD BREAKING year

  2. PRODUCER: MRS. MEGAN Smith Wife and PROUD Mommy *Want to see pictures?  9th year in CNUSD THRILLED to be a returning Lincoln Lion!!! Avid reader, techie, beach lover, dog (and baby) walker, Pinterest & Coca Cola addict…have I mentioned proud Mama?  BA Psychology & Social Behavior; Education MA Teaching MS Teaching Credential

  3. 3 items below are facts, 1 is a fib…can you spot the lie?! • I moved schools every year until I was in 3rd grade • I was in a combo class in every grade except for 6th grade • Made my 4th grade teacher a cat food and black pepper cookie…and he ate it! • I stole a red correcting pen from my 1st grade teacher to win a bet with my dad 3

  4. The Line UP… • 8:00 – 8:45 Opening Act (attendance, ELD & GATE rotations, PLC…) • 8:45 – 9:00 Language Arts: Spelling & Sound Cards • 9:00 – 9:45 Language Arts: Reading Fluency & Comprehension • 9:45 – 10:20 Language Arts: Writing & Grammar (SUTW – Step Up to Writing) • 10:20 – 10:35 Take Five!…Recess • 10:35 – 12:00 Mathematics • 12:00 – 12:45 Intermission!...Lunch • 12:45 – 2:15 Science & Social Studies (rotating curriculum) • 2+ times per week 1:55 – 2:20 Scales & Runs (Physical Education) • 2:15 – 2:28 That’s a Wrap…pack up & dismiss • Library: Tuesday, 1:10 – 1:40 • Computers: Friday, 12:45 – 1:25

  5. THE RYTHM OF OUR CLASSROOM… A great musician understands that “harmony” among all the members of a band is “key.” We have designed our LYRICS in order that each artist will personalize these goals and make appropriate, responsible choices in and out of the classroom. Focused on our grade level virtue of COURAGE, our classrooms goals serve to inspire us to be people who make a difference!

  6. I WILL take responsibility for making MY OWN good choices “One man with COURAGE is a majority.” ~Thomas Jefferson I WILL support my classmates in making good choices “COURAGE is contagious. When a brave man takes a stand, the spines of others are often stiffened.” ~Billy Graham I KNOW mistakes are a part of learning, but will reflect on them and try not to repeat them “History cannot be unlived, but if faced with COURAGE, need not be lived again .” ~Maya Angelou I WILL treat others as I would like to be treated...WITH RESPECT! “Have the COURAGE to act instead of react.” ~Oliver Wendell Holmes I WILL give my best effort in every thing I do “You have to accept whatever comes and the only important thing is that you meet it with COURAGE and with the best you have to give .” Eleanor Roosevelt

  7. Hitting the “HIGH NOTES”… The following are in place to spotlight those artists who demonstrate exceptional behavior: • Solos A note or call home, a celebratory visit to Principal Leedy, class jobs, homework or seat choice • The Grammy’s 34 kiddos competing for 2 citizenship awards per trimester…what motivation!!! • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Monthly treats for those with OUSTANDING behavior (no citations and 80%+ Check, Check 1…2..3)

  8. …and the “low NOTES” When a musician is “out of tune,” the whole band suffers and may be “out of sync.” The following are in place to help redirect artists who demonstrate inappropriate behaviors: • Check, Check, 1…2…3 Daily behavior monitoring of classroom behaviors -Each letter rewards students with 2 minutes of free time on Friday (up to 20 minutes) -Letters rewarded for on task behavior & preparedness -Sent home each Friday (sign return & if fewer than 5 crossed out) - Average taken for Citizenship Grade • Hitting the BIG TIME! Citations, phone calls home, modified behavior contracts, meeting with administration

  9. REHERSAL SCHEDULE…homework • Board Policy suggests that students in grades 4-6 may have 45 minutes (not to exceed 90 minutes) per night • This is for the “average” worker. Should you find that your child is struggling or soaring, please contact me to make arrangements for modifications • Homework includes 20 minutes (nightly!) of reading • Wednesday Night will include 30-45 minutes of reading, intended to help you child meet Classical Reading goals • Unfinished class work becomes ADDITIONALhomework • Long term projects: T1 – event in history, T2 – science fair, T3 – TBD, as well as Classical Reading and Memory Challenges Parent “HOMEWORK”: PLEASE look over your child’s work to make sure adequate effort was made and to assist with their difficulties. INITIAL your child’s agenda each night, to ensure that all assignments are complete.

  10. REHERSAL SCHEDULE…ORGANIZTION R.O.C.K.S.T.A.R BINDER Really Organized Children Keep Stuff Together And Ready Created to help artists learn to organize, by subject area, in a central location – CFIS will be here sooner than you think!  Their Gig… • Bring binder home and to school EVERY day…even on Friday! • Show & discuss contents w/family member EVERY day • Empty & tidy papers EVERY day • Be prepared for binder check EVERY day Your Gig… • Discuss contents *ESPECIALLY sheet music!* EVERY day • Utilize CHECK, CHECK, CHECKING IN for questions or communications • Enjoy not having to search for papers crammed in the bottom of backpacks! 

  11. Behind the Music… • Tests & Quizzes…………………………….50% of overall grade • For scores below 70% during Trimester 1, I will accept corrections (must be corrected to 100%!) to earn a passing grade of 72%; must be completed and returned with” TEST TREBLE” form within 1 week AND signed by a parent-guardian. • Homework & Projects………………..….25% of overall grade • Classwork & Participation…………..….25% of overall grade When can I expect hear my students’“soundtrack?” • Sheet Music (aka graded papers)……..…….weekly • Grade Reports ……………………..………..…. twice per trimester • Deficiency Notices/Progress Reports………. once per trimester

  12. Behind the Music…

  13. What are the critics saying?

  14. Judges? Score Sheets? What is this american idol?!

  15. Groupies… • Helping our classroom keep a smooth and upbeat “rhythm” • Lead Singers: Room Parents • Duties: Little bit o’everything! Organize parent communication, party planners, donation liaisons…bake Mrs. Smith yummy treats  • Soloists: single event or from home helpers • Duties: organize, attend or donate items for class events; copy, fold, staple, (repeat!) • BRAVO! Weekly Classroom Helpers*starting September* • Duties: Work with small groups or one-on-one with students

  16. STRIKE A “CHORD” OF COMMUNICATION… • Email Encore: • mksmith@cnusd.k12.ca.us • http://www.cnusd.k12.ca.us//Domain/3691 • https://www.facebook.com/mrssmith.lincoln • Have Your People Call My People: • (951) 736-3336 • Book a Gig: • By appointment • (I will try my best to accommodate your schedule)

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