1. Mrs. Andrade
Mrs. Colletti
Mrs. Stevens
Second Grade
" We promise you everyday your children will learn something. Some days they will bring it home in their hands. Some days they will bring it home in their heads. And some days they will bring it home in their hearts."

2. About Mrs. Colletti This is my 17th year of teaching and at Southeast!
I graduated from Baker University and from Webster University with my Masters degree.
I have a wonderful husband and two great kids. My daughter is in 8th grade this year and my son is in 5th grade.

3. Attendance, Pledge , Morning Work
Daily Routine
Attendance, Pledge , Morning Work
Reader’s Workshop
Math Workshop
11:13-11:48 Recess/Lunch
Writer’s Workshop
Working with Words
1:25-1:45 2nd Recess
Social Sciences
Stack and Pack
2:30-3:20 Specials

4. Reader’s Workshop Structure: Mini-Lesson
Independent or Partner Reading
Reflection/Closing
Why Reader’s Workshop?
Students are allowed to progress at their own reading level and receiving more time to implement the learning topic- motivation is high because books are self-selected.

5. Writer’s Workshop Structure: Mini-Lesson Independent Writing
Reflection/Closing
Why Writer’s Workshop?
Students advance at their own pace- because they choose their topic, motivation is intense and, in turn, immense growth is made

6. Envision Math Workshop
Structure:
Mini-Lesson – Might not complete whole work mat
Rotations
Teacher Time: Remediate, practice, extend
Independent Work: Reinforce topic/skill
Activity: Practice current and previously taught skills
XtraMath
Share and Reflect
Why? Allows for all students to work at their level and receive instruction tailored to their needs

7. Working With Words Structure (Words Their Way) Grade Level Assessment
Group Students Based on Phonemic Stage
Go to Different Classes based on Stage each day for 20 minutes (do lessons/ activities)
Unit Assessment (not weekly)
Students reassessed quarterly & moved accordingly
Practice weekly word sorts at home

8. Science and Social Studies
Science and Social Studies occur on a rotating basis
Both are taught in units defined by the Common Core Reporting Topics
Science inquiry and experiments allow students to actively engage in the topic
Unlike Reading, Writing, and Math, Science and Social Studies topics are taught and “closed”- their assessment period finishes each quarter

9. Technology
S.T.A.R. Reading and S.T.A.R. Math
RAZ Kids
XtraMath

10. Assessments and Report Cards
Reporting Topics are defined areas taught- ongoing assessments acknowledge student growth and progress
E- Exceeded
M- Mastered
P- Partially Understood
N- Needed Support

11. Take Home Folder and Homework
Take Home Folder Organization tool for home-school communication
Please review daily- look for papers/forms to be returned to school
Homework:
Each student is responsible for reading each night.
Practicing their weekly Working With Word words
Practice skills focused on during the week (identified on newsletter)
Homework will be sent home when it is meaningful and serves a purpose. Homework will have several objectives. One objective is to teach children responsibility and self-discipline. The second objective is to provide practice and review tested skills we have learned in class. Last but not least, homework provides you with the opportunity to be actively involved in your child’s education. Each second grade teacher will be sending homework as needed for their classroom.

12. Safety Drill Requirements -Fire-Monthly -Earthquake-Once a Year
-Tornado-Fall and Spring
- Secondary Evacuation-Class Discussion
- Lock Down Drill-Fall and Spring)
*Pocket Knife (Yellow Park Hill School District Handbook)
*Visiting /Volunteering Procedures
Sign in at the office
Volunteers need district screening

13. Field Trips One per school year Our Field Trip is April 18
Shawnee Mission East High School Animal Lab
Parents Follow Bus

14. Classroom Management Southeast is a LEADER IN ME School.
Class Dojo: computer based Smartboard interactive classroom management tool
Leader in Me: Daily/Quarterly acknowledgement for using the Seven Habits throughout the day.

15. Birthdays
Birthday treats are absolutely welcome, but please make sure the treats are PRE-PACKAGED.
NOT NUTS/ Allergies!

16. LEADER IN ME What is The Leader in Me? 7 Habits
Practice and Support the Habits at Home
Website

17. Before You Go . . .
Sign your child’s Student Conduct Sheet and leave it on their desk Sign up for if haven’t already for Parent Conferences Party/Volunteer Sign-Up Please see your teacher’s table for these forms and opportunities. Thank you!