1. Welcome to Back-to-School Night Fifth Grade Room 22 Mr. Jovel

2. About Mr. Jovel Born and raised in Fremont
Graduated from Kennedy High School
B.A. at UC Santa Cruz. Go Banana Slugs!
Teaching credential at San José State University
Taught abroad in Guatemala and Spain
Intervention teacher at Grimmer Elementary
Fourth year teaching at Patterson Elementary
I have two dogs, a beautiful wife, and a new baby!
About Mr. Jovel

3. Student Expectations Come to class and be on time.
Complete assignments on time.
Do all your homework and bring it to school with you each day it is assigned.
Bring all necessary materials to class.
Be an active learner.
Respect others.

4. Prep Schedule Monday- Computer Tuesday- Science Wednesday- P.E.
Thursday- P.E.
Friday- rotating (Science/Computer)

5. Curriculum Language Arts: Math: Treasures and Core Ready
Math:
Math Expressions
Students are responsible for returning the homework and remembering book each day it is used.
Don’t be alarmed if we are not going in order in the book.
Homework and remembering pages can be found on my page.

6. Homework
Students are responsible for copying assignments into their planners.
Assignments are put into binders/folders or posted online. Students will be instructed to make sure they have everything before they leave.
Homework is due the next day unless otherwise directed.
Points will be given for completeness and students are highly encourage to ask questions and participate in class.
Students will only be recording reading or online minutes. (i.e. spelling city, edpuzzle, lexia, etc.)
Google apps
Contact me via class dojo or if your child needs additional support.

7. Thursday Folder
Folders will be sent out each Thursday and are to be returned Friday. Folders may include:
Important forms
Math homework answer guide (for parents only)

8. Leadership Notebooks Track academic progress Goals and accomplishments
Personalized
Updated every week or two for organization
Leadership notebooks should stay in classroom

9. Room 22 Economy Behavior management (economy and class dojo)
Fines & Credits will be updated together
Class Flea Market
Items should be discussed in Home School Connect prior to bringing to class.
Guidelines will be sent home.

10. Field Trips & Volunteers
We will be going on several field trips this year:
1st trimester:
Math Science Nucleus 11/1/16 (walking)
2nd trimester:
Intel Museum 1/23/17 (driving)
3rd trimester:
49ers Museum 4/3/17 (driving)
Tech Museum 6/6/17 (driving)
One more may be be coming!
Required driver Insurance
Child seating in cars

11. Supplies and Donations
Please replenish your child’s pencil and paper supply as the year continues.
Anything helps! Books, pencils, paper, etc.
Thank you again for helping me make this year a great one for our students!

12. Grading
Rubrics will be used in addition to letter grades. I will be weighing my grade book with the following scales:
40%- Test
50%- Classwork, Projects, and Participation
10%- Homework

13. Class Dojo
We will be using class dojo in our classroom this year. Students are able to track their points and parents will be able to message me.
If no points are awarded, don’t worry! They are doing fine!
Notices/reminders can be sent through class dojo.

14. Additional Information
Adults on campus between 8:15-3:00 is not permitted without checking into the office.
Would you like to check your child's progress? Message me via Class Dojo or .
If you have not filled out my survey on google forms, please do so as soon as possible so that I have your current contact information.
PTA newsletter  

15. Thank You!
If you have not filled out my survey on google forms, please do so as soon as possible so that I have your current contact information.
Link:
As a final note, I would like to stress the importance of communication between us. I will do everything possible to keep you informed of your child’s progress and provide any needed feedback. Please or message me through class dojo if there are any concerns. Let’s work together and have a great school year!