Welcome to Curriculum Night at Belle Aire Elementary September 6, 2012 Hosted by Mr. Brad Linko

Who am I? Bradley Charles Linko I am a fun loving, stunningly handsome male, who enjoys walks on the beach and sunsets...

Linko Philosophy Seeking motivated students for a year of fun, learning, and individual goal achievement. Hard work a must. Sense of humor desirable. I believe in creating life long learners through a diverse curriculum designed to make learning fun.

Linko Education Bachelors Degree in Elementary Education from University of St. Francis Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from Aurora University

Linko Experience Started my career in Homer Township teaching 4 th & 5 th grade. In 2001, I accepted a 5 th grade position in Naperville #204 where I stayed until… 2010, when I became an Assistant Principal in Kaneland School District. Missed the classroom too much, and was lucky enough to be welcomed at Belle Aire in 2011.

Linko Family Married for 11 years to Heather We have 4 children – Jacob is 8 ½ yrs, Jonah is 7 yrs, Hannah & Rebecca are 5 yrs

Linko Hobbies Free time – Visiting local parks, zoos, museums and malls, listening to music, visiting family & friends. Sports: Recreational Softball league, Fantasy Football, basketball & more Chicago Cubs Fan

Now, the reason we are all here… Curriculum

Language Arts & Writing Learning Targets Verbally presents knowledge and ideas effectively Composes well-organized and coherent writing for specific purposes and audiences Develops and produces writing through the application of the writing process Conducts Research to Build and Present Knowledge Effectively uses technology to produce and publish writing Applies correct grammar, punctuation, capitalization and sentence structure Applies accurate spelling in written work Applies meaningful word choice

Reading Learning Targets Applies strategies to increase comprehension Reads fluently with expression Applies word analysis and vocabulary skills Reads and interprets a variety of literary works Understands how literary elements are used in a variety of genres

Math Learning Targets Generalizes place value understanding for multi-digit whole numbers Uses place value understanding and properties of operations to perform multi-digit arithmetic Uses the four operations with whole numbers to solve problems Gains familiarity with factors and multiples. Generates and analyzes patterns Extends understanding of fraction equivalence and ordering Applies and extends previous understanding of addition, subtraction, and multiplication with fractions Understands decimal notation for fractions, and compare decimals and fractions Draws and identifies lines and angles, and classifies shapes by properties of their lines and angles Solves problems involving measurement and conversions of measurements form a larger unit to a smaller unit Represents and interprets data Understands concepts of angle and measure angles

Science Learning Targets Uses scientific inquiry to investigate questions, conduct experiments & solve problems. Understands & uses technological design Knows/Applies the concepts of physical science Knows/Applies the concepts of earth/space science Knows/Applies the relationship between science, technology & society Understands the human body & healthy habits

Social Studies Learning Targets Understands economic systems with an emphasis on the United States Understand events, trends, individuals in the United States & other nations Understands world geography & the effects of geography on society with an emphasis on the United States Understands social systems with an emphasis on the United States

HOMEWORK Please fill out my parent info sheet, so that I have your necessary information.