Back to School Night 2012

All About Mrs. D’Arcy Graduate of Trenton State College (TCNJ now) Masters in Education from Arcadia University 21 years teaching experience, 19 in Council Rock

“Too often we give children answers to remember rather than problems to solve. It is not what we do for our children but what we have taught them to do for themselves that will make them successful human beings” Roger Lewin Welcome to Fifth Grade

Contact Mrs. D’Arcy (the best way to reach me) Voic Written notes New Policy: Routine Matters – Please call the office directly (sneakers for gym day, projects, homework assignments, dismissal changes) Confidential Issues – , note or call, respond within 24 hours (usually sooner) If necessary a phone call or meeting will be planned

Our Schedule 8:50 - 9:10Arrival 9: :15Special 10: :05Math 11: :45Language Arts 12:45 - 1:45Lunch Recess 1:50 - 2:40Social Studies 2:40 - 3:30Science 3:40 Dismissal Specials Mon.Gym Tues.Art Wed. Computers Thurs.Library FridayMusic

Homework Roughly 50 minutes of homework assigned each night Needs to come in with student Assignment book/online Consequence for missed homework is to attend HART for 15 minutes of recess where they will complete homework, you will receive an after 2 assignments missed in a subject area Missed assignments will affect “completes assignments on time” grade on the report card for that subject area. 4No missed assignments 3+1 missed assignment 32 missed assignments 23 missed assignments 14 or more missed assignments

Make-Up Work Absences: During a child's absence, requests for make-up schoolwork must be received before 9:30 a.m. for same day requests. All efforts will be made to make this work available to you by 3:30 p.m.. For most 1 day absences, work can be made up in school. Absences due to vacations/trips: Make-up work will be provided after the child returns to school. Work assigned after a trip more accurately reflects the assignments and lessons that occurred during the absence.

Language Arts Reading New Journey’s Program All inclusive program Reading, Writing, Grammar, Vocabulary and Spelling Small group and large group instruction Journeys Reader and individual books used Practice book used for classwork and homework

Language Arts Individual Reading # of books readGrade for Effort in Reading 8+4 Advanced 73+ Proficient Plus 63 Proficient 5,42 Basic 3 or less1 Below Basic Reading Calendar Each Night Try for 25 book challenge Try new genres

Language Arts Writing Writer’s Notebook free choice/prompts/drafts Pieces Personal narrative Persuasive Poetry Informal/research report Letter writing Reflective pieces

Math homework daily math log - vocabulary, formulas, and example problems daily practice of new concepts/ applied and practiced in homework problem solving grades based on quizzes/tests/participation

Math Help recess based on individual need (A guide will come home with password) After an absence, students are responsible for obtaining/completing any missed lessons or assignments

Social Studies Mrs. Ortman - Exploration Mrs. D’Arcy – Colonial Life Mrs. Polchan – Geography Homeroom – Constitution/Government

Social Studies Current Events Once a marking period Students pick article and fill out report form Present to the class Practice as a group first

Science Ecosystems – Mrs. Ortman Microworlds – Mrs. D’Arcy Mixtures and Solutions – Mrs. Polchan Health - Homeroom Matter and Elements - Homeroom

Organization Emphasis on teaching responsibility and organization skills Keeping a neat binder Binder quizzes Homework Book (to sign or not to sign) Leaving D-11 for activities Switching classes starts second marking period

Birthdays Treats – One day notice, please do not bring late in the day 30 Students Food Allergies – nut free Non-edible items like pencils and erasers are greatly appreciated!

Odds and Ends Please check school/classroom website for information regarding: PTO news/functions Homework Curriculum information Check the eFriday folder weekly for school handouts

Homeroom Parents Mrs. Ramirez Mrs. Feeney

Remember To… Volunteer Opportunity Fill out the “How Well Do You Know Your Child?” Questionnaire. Fill out the parent survey form (or return later) Sign up for a November Conference.

Thank you for your support! Together we will have a great year!