1. Ms. R. Sanchez 2 nd Grade OPEN HOUSE 2016-2017 Welcome Troop 23!

2. 2 Agenda for Tonight  Introductions/Sign up Sheets/What’s on the desk  Morning Procedures  Attendance Policies  Classroom Schedule  Home Learning Policy/DAC Folders  Classroom Procedures and Rules  Uniform Policy  Volunteer Hours  Pick-up Procedures  Parent Conferences  School Supplies  Second Grade Changes  Gradebook/School Website & Features  Accelerated Reader/SAT-10

3. 3 What’s on the Desk  On top of your folder: Question sheet and Parent wish sheet  Left Side of Folder (Keep): Welcome Letter, Open House Notes Sheet, Book Fair Catalogue.  Right Side of Folder (Return): 3 Student Information Sheets, Home Learning Policy, Parent Student Acknowledgement, Office Packet, Parent Contract, Physical Education Program Packet Please make sure to sign in on the Sign in Sheet and the How I Go Home Sheet

4. 4 Morning Procedures  Children will be allowed to sit outside classroom door at 8:00 a.m.  Classroom door will open at 8:10 a.m.  Students who arrive prior to 8 am will need to enroll in before care. If not, parents will be charged $1.00 per minute.  When students come in they are to unpack, copy HW in agenda, and respond to morning journal/morning work.

5. Attendance Policies Absences/ Tardies  Students are to be in their seat by 8:30. Any student coming in after that time will be issued a tardy.  After 10 unexcused tardies, student will be issued a referral.  All tardies are unexcused.

6. Attendance Policies When a child is absent a note to justify the absence is required within 48 hours upon returning to school. It will not be accepted after.  The administration determines whether a note is excused or unexcused (see parent handbook)  After 5 consecutive days absent, a mandatory doctors/hospital note is required.  After 5 unexcused absences, a referral will be issued.  After 10 EXCUSED ( parent notes ) absences have been issued for a student, any other absence requires a doctors note in order to be excused.

7. Attendance Policies Early Dismissal  Students who wish to be dismissed early (on a regular school day) are required to provide proof of a medical/dental appointment within forty-eight (48) hours of such appointment. Notes submitted more than forty- eight (48) hours after an early dismissal will not be accepted, and the early dismissal will be deemed unexcused. After ten (10) unexcused early dismissals, the student will be issued a referral form that will be placed in the student’s permanent record.  No student will be released half hour before dismissal.

8. 11/19/2016 8 Class Schedule Monday- Art with Ms. Clancy and Spanish with Ms. Sanchez Tuesday- P.E. with Mr. Lopez Wednesday- P.E. with Mr. Lopez and Music with Ms. Losada Thursday- P.E. with Mr. Lopez Friday- P.E. with Mr. Lopez and Spanish with Ms. Sanchez Lunch - 11:45 am -12:15 pm

9. Duties of the students at home Students must study the vocabulary. (It will be graded) Tasks and projects will be copied by the student on their agenda and placed on the school website. Responsibilities of students that will be reflected in their grades. Home learning assignment should reflect careful attention to presentation and its content. The non- attendance does not justify the non- fulfillment of the task. Classroom behavior affects grades. Supplies (1) YELLOW Poly/Plastic duo-tang folder with prongs & pockets filled with line paper and 5 clear protector sheets. (1) Ream of Copy Paper Mrs. Iris Sanchez isanchez@doralacademyes.org _ My goal is to create a dynamic environment that inspires and encourages the children to speak, read and write in Spanish through interesting techniques of teaching and learning such as songs, readings, movies, games, and writing activities that will be used, among others.

10. Art - Mrs. A Clancy (Rodriguez) Welcome to the 2016-2017 school year! A Welcome Packet with specific art supplies by grade, classroom rules and expectations, art projects and home learning will be sent home the first week of school. Supply list for all students to be kept in the art room listed below: -1 Ziploc Big Bag *can reuse bags from previous years -Prang Oval 8 Watercolors (please do not get the following kind of Prang watercolors: washable, glitter and/or metallic) All information related to Art will be posted and up to date on my DAC webpage. For any questions or concerns please feel free to email me at: arodriguez@doralacademyes.org

11. Ms. Losada’s Music Class The Musical Year at a Glance QUARTER 1 Music Theory, Rhythm Reading, Solfege, Composers & Musical Eras QUARTER 2 World Music/Holiday Music, Recorder, Rhythm Reading, Solfege, Composers and Musical Eras QUARTER 3 Music Theory Review, Recorder, Instrument Families, Rhythm Reading, Solfege, Composers and Musical Eras QUARTER 4 Musicals, Composers, Recorder, Rhythm Reading, Solfege, Composers and Musical Eras *The quarterly topics are subject to change throughout the year.* Music Supplies for 2 nd For Students To Bring/Have For Music Class: -Pack of No.2 Pencils (Sharpened) -1 Black Two Pocket Folder (clearly marked with child’s name) -Line Paper in Folder (placed inside folder) -Pencil Sharpener -Index Cards plosada@doralacademyes.org

12. Physical Education Program Mr. Lopez mlopezmarin@doralacademyes.org  In this program students will learn the benefits of a healthy lifestyle by implementing physical activity in their daily routine and mindful dietary choices.  The promotion of better health habits is our number one priority.  Very Important! Our Welcome Packet with specific information about Physical Education supplies and other necessary forms (ex. Physical Education Excuse Letter, and/or Contact Information form) are included with your Home Room Teacher’s Welcome Packet.  Parent Contact Information Form MUST be entirely completed and turned in by Friday August 26 th.

13. Physical Education Program Program  In this program students will learn the benefits of a healthy lifestyle by implementing physical activity in their daily routine and mindful dietary choices.  The promotion of better health habits is our number one priority.  Very Important! Our Welcome Packet with specific information about Physical Education supplies and other necessary forms (ex. Physical Education Excuse Letter, and/or Contact Information form) are included with your Home Room Teacher’s Welcome Packet.  Parent Contact Information Form MUST be entirely completed and turned in by Friday August 26 th. Supplies/Volunteer HoursMandatory  Athletic Shoes and Red PE Folder Highly Recommended  Water Bottle/Jug, Sunscreen,  Hat, Sunglasses Volunteer Hours  Copy Paper, Ziploc Bags, Baby Wipes, Tissues, Ice Packs, Band-Aids, Duct Tape, Canopy

14. 14 Home Learning Policy  Students will be assigned home learning on a daily basis. It is to be completed and returned the day after it is assigned. 3 or more home learning assignments during each nine weeks, he/she will receive a consequence.  Messy assignments and/or assignments missing a name will not be accepted. When a student does not turn in 3 or more home learning assignments during each nine weeks, he/she will receive a consequence.  It is the students' responsibility to copy their home learning assignments in their Doral Academy agenda every morning. Home learning assignments will also be posted on school website.  Parents, please check your child's Doral Academy agenda to ensure that your child is keeping up to date with his/her assignments.

15. DAC Binder  Binders were purchased – Cost $5  Binders must be checked EVERYDAY along with the agenda.  All homework should be placed inside the DAC folder which will be inside the student binder.  Important papers and communication from school are sent home in this binder.  DAC Folders & Agendas are on sale at the online school store for $ 12.50.

16. 11/19/2016 16 Classroom Procedures/Rules  Classroom rules will be posted on the wall. Rules will be discussed and explained to the students the first day of school. Examples of good and bad behavior will be given in order to make sure that students understand them.  Students are required to follow rules, if they do not it will affect conduct grade.  Behavior Chart: Green= receive tickets throughout the day, Yellow=mark in the agenda, Turn in 2 tickets, Red= note home, Turn in 5 tickets  Mystery Walker

17. 17 Uniform Policy  All uniforms must be purchased at “All Uniform Wear”.  Tops must be tucked into the pants or skirts.  Black belt must be worn at all times.  Shoes must be black sneakers  Please make sure your child has a white uniform shirt as this is what is needed for the yearbook picture. A red shirt is also required for class picture day.  Only long jeans are allowed on Jean Day Friday for $1.00 (please no jean shorts, jean skirts, or capri pants). MUST be paid through our online store.  Students may wear the Doral Academy Friday shirt. It will be needed for field trips. Shirts can be purchased online.

18. 11/19/2016 18 Volunteer Hours  Every family must complete 30 volunteer hours.  We love to have parents involved in school activities in order to fulfill their volunteer hour obligation. However, we understand that many of you have little free time to spare. If this is your case, we accept items for the classroom, gift cards, and cash donations.  $2 spent = 1 hour of service.  If you have more than one student in Doral Elementary, you can split the hours between them.  Please feel free to checkout my wish list on the white board.  To be credited for volunteer hours for items sent in, receipts are needed in order to apply the correct amount of hours as well as for accounting purposes. Please write your child’s name of the receipt.  In order to volunteer for fieldtrips you must have clearance from the county. You may attain clearance through the Parent Portal online through dadeschools.net. Must be renewed every year.

19. 11/19/2016 19 Pick up Procedures  After dismissal parents are not allowed in the building without being accompanied by teacher or administration.  If student is not picked up by 3:15 Parents will be charged $1 per minute late to the after care program.  If your child goes home on bus please make sure to send me the information of which bus they will be going on.

21. Monday - Friday dismissal is at 3:00 except Wednesday’s dismissal is at 2:00

22.  Parent conferences must be scheduled before hand. I will send home a conference note which will serve as your entrance slip into the building the day of the conference.  Conferences will be scheduled as needed.  Best way to get in touch with me is via email.  My email: rsanchez@doralacademyes.org Please email me as soon as possible in order to add you to my parent contact list for updates and important information! Please include your child’s name in the subject line.@doralacademyes.org  Or you can call school at 305-597-9999 and I will return your call as soon as possible. Parent Conference Parent Conference

23. School Supplies  Students are only required to take agenda’s, home learning folder, and practice books home. All these items will be inside the Student Binder.  Students are not required to take textbooks home. It will be at the parents discretion if they would like their child to take home a textbook. All textbooks are available online.  Book bags should not be heavy at all and therefore there is no need for a rolling book bag. Rolling book bags cause many accidents in the hallways with students tripping and falling.  If a rolling book bag is absolutely necessary due to health reasons, a doctors note must be submitted to the office. Previous doctors notes are not valid.  If a student does not have a doctors note on file and brings in a rolling book bag it will be confiscated by administration and a parent must come in to pick it up.

24. Second Grade Changes  Second grade is a turning point in your child’s education. In this class your child will become responsible and learn that only they are accountable for their work and actions. For that reason:  No more home learning packets. They are responsible for copying, packing for, and completing Home Learning everyday. Home Learning will be posted online  Special Areas (Music, Art, P.E, Spanish)  Parents are allowed to participate in birthday celebrations as long as prior notice is given to teacher. Birthday parties are done during lunch.

25. Our Website Features  Ability to post weekly homework, announcements, school calendar, and events!  Important documents are also available to download.  Home Learning is subject to change.  Links to:  School grade book  Parent Portal  School Volunteer Sign Up  Textbooks  Online Store  Special Area Classes

26. Grade Book  Parents will be able to see students grades. (Information was sent home in a packet please see Parent Handbook).  To log in use child’s ID number and birth date.  If you have any problems, you may contact the receptionist.  The school web address is www.doralacademy.org www.doralacademy.org  Must include www. in web address

27. Online Store Tutorial 1. Log on to our school website www.doralacademy.org and select school (DAC or JAM)www.doralacademy.org 2. On the HOME PAGE, click on the tab STORE 3. In the ONLINE STORE WEBSITE select a school (DAC or JAM). 4. After selecting the school, you will see all options available (Agenda, Jean Day, Field Trips …). 5. After selecting the item/event, click ADD items to CART. 6. Then LOGIN or CREATE a NEW ACCOUNT. 7. After logging in you can see the items in your cart and proceed with the purchase (here you MUST SELECT A STUDENT) 8. If creating a new account, go to “items in your cart” and proceed with the purchase, but you will be prompted to add a student profile (FULL NAME & STUDENT ID).Every item/event purchased must be linked to a student (Parents can have one account with more than one student profile.) *** The Online Store will NOT store your credit card information for security purposes.***

28. Online School Store www.doralacademy.org Folder$ 2.50 Agenda$10.00 Friday Shirts$13.00 Jean Day (Aug – June)$35.00 Lunch$ 3.25 Lunch Free/Reduced$ 0.40 Breakfast$ 2.25 Breakfast Free / Reduced$ 0.30 Online Store Prices

29. Accelerated Reader (AR)  A reading program based on your child’s individual reading level. At the beginning of each quarter the STAR test is administered. From that assessment I gather your child’s individual “Reading Range”  Students will have index cards with their individual reading levels. It will also contain the students quarterly goal. Every week I check points.  If students weekly point goal is reached, they will receive home learning passes, treats, free time, etc.  At home they must read at least 30- 45 minutes everyday to help reach their weekly point goal.  Every 9 weeks a grade is given based on student goal performance in A.R.

30. SAT-10 The Stanford Achievement Test, Tenth Edition is a multiple choice assessment that measures student progress toward high academic standards in reading and math.  SAT-10 will be administered April, 2015 More information will be provided in January

31. Parent Communication through Social Media & Group Texts We are very lucky to live in a world full of technology and mass communication. We ask that you please be mindful of what is posted and texted through social media or group chats, such as What’s App or Messenger. Should any situations arise or should you have any questions or concerns, please come to us first for clarifications or answers. This will avoid the spread of misinformation or rumors. We are a proud TEAM

32. Don’t forget to visit our Book Fair today in the Library

33. In This Classroom… We do second chances We apologize and forgive We make mistakes and learn from them We respect each other and use good manners We keep our promises We are honest and kind We never give up and work hard We encourage one another We are silly and laugh…a lot We belong… We Are A Family

34. Thank you for coming tonight! Second Grade is a Great Place to Be!