Welcome to Thomas M. Ryan Intermediate Curriculum Night August 28, 2013

Parent Support Priorities Regular attendance Arrive on-time Follow drop-off/pick-up procedures Backpack Check daily Important info, agenda, and homework

Parent Support Medications Must be processed in the office Stay involved Communication PTO Volunteer

Treat Others with Kindness and Respect Excellent Attitude Act Responsibly Make Safe Choices TEAM Ryan Expectations

Communication Website District Classroom Two-way Voic Home Folders Monday Green Publications (web, too) District Communicator Ryan Rap Classroom Newsletter

Research-based Reading - Open Court Math - Expressions Writer’s Workshop – Lucy Calkins BCAMSC Science Units Calhoun County ISD Social Studies Curriculum Specials Art Music Physical Education Spanish Computer Lab

Purpose Develop initiative, responsibility, self-direction, and organizational skills. Extend learning and/or provide practice in applying concepts initially presented in the classroom. Provide opportunities for independent work and/or study. Strengthen concept attainment, skill development and reinforcement. K-5 Homework Policy

Time Allotment in Minutes K and 1 st ≤ 10 2 nd ≤ 20 Grade Level x 10 Minutes = Allotment Approximate Times Include Reading Math facts Consideration for child’s pace K-5 Homework Policy

GUIDELINES/ TEACHER RESPONSIBILITIES STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES PARENT RESPONSIBILITIES Assignments given have been clearly explained in the classroom. Students will fully understand when the assignment is due. Homework will be checked for its quality and completion. Homework will not be graded unless the teacher has clearly stated so to the students. Teachers will communicate to parents about missing or incomplete assignments as needed. Be aware of assignments and seek further explanation if needed. Record assignments in agenda. Organize his/her time to work on assignments. Turn assignments in on time. Work reflects high standards regarding quality and completeness. Finish any work not completed in class. Parents are encouraged to take an active interest in the student’s homework by doing the following: Provide a study area that is quiet, comfortable, and free from major disturbances. Provide a definite time for study or other home activities. Monitor the child’s daily agenda. Arrange with the school to secure assignments during a period of absence. Encourage the child to complete homework on their own as much as possible and assist only as needed. K-5 Homework Policy

4 - Exceeds Expectations (Advanced) 3 - Meets Expectations (Proficient) 2 - Improvement Needed (Basic) 1 - Experiencing Difficulty (Unsatisfactory) N - Not Introduced Keep in mind: -Many standards are introduced in the early term -May not reach proficiency or exceed proficiency on those standards until later in the school year. Grade Reports

Three times per year DIBELS / DAZE / Star Delta Math Standards Based Report Cards Writing Assessment By Unit of Instruction Open Court Reading & Math Expressions BCAMSC Science RTI (Response to Intervention) CAT (Collaborative Action Team) District Assessments

Title I & II Math Reading Special Education Speech School Counselor Special Services School Social Worker School Psychologist School Nurse ExCel - Exploring in Critical Thinking to Enhance Learning

Bus drop off 8:35 am Ryan start time 8:40 am (Doors open at 8:35) Ryan dismissal / Parent Pick up 3:40 pm. Bus departure time 3:47 pm Literacy block Math Block Recess Lunch Science and/or Social Studies Block Specials Daily Schedule

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