1. Open House Ms. Ruiz’s 3rd Grade Class 2016-2017 School Year
Ready for Take Off!
Open House
Ms. Ruiz’s 3rd Grade Class
School Year

2. Getting to know Ms. Ruiz I have taught First, Second, and Third grade.
I love photography and traveling around the world!
I have a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education and starting on my Masters Program this Fall in Educational Leadership.
This will be my eleventh year at Doral Academy.

3. School Supplies Things to Go Home Daily
Doral Home Learning Folder & Agenda
Supplies Pouch
AR Book from School Library
Home Learning Notebook
Binder
Things to Stay in Class
Textbooks
Classroom Journal
Workbooks not assigned for HW

4. School Supplies
Parents please label your child’s plastic dividers and place in the 1 inch white binder.
3 plastic pocket dividers labeled :
Reading/Language Arts
Math
Content

5. Our Daily Class Schedule PLANNING / PICK UP STUDENTS
Time
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
8:00 - 8:30
PLANNING / PICK UP STUDENTS
8:30- 8:45
READING/WRITING
SCIENCE
S.STUDIES
8:45 - 9:00
9:00 - 9:15
9:15 - 9:30
9:30 - 9:45
SPANISH
9: :00
10: :15
10: :30
10: :45
ART
MATH
10: :00
11: :15
11: :30
11: :45
RECESS 12:35-12:45
11: :00
L U N C H (11: :15)
12: :15
12: :30
RECESS 12:15-12:30
READING
12: :45
12:45 - 1:00
1:00 - 1:15
MUSIC
1:15 - 1:30
1:30 - 1:45
P.E.
1:45 - 2:00
2:00 - 2:15
2:15 - 2:30
2:30 - 2:45
WRITING
2:45 - 3:00
TEACHER: MS. A. RUIZ ROOM: GRADE: SECTION: 308
Spanish Teacher: Ms. ZERQUIS
Music Teacher: Ms. Losada
PE Teacher: Mr. Lopez
Common Planning Time: Tuesday 9:30-10:30 am

6. Art - Mrs. A Clancy (Rodriguez)
Welcome to the 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 me at:

7.
Duties of the students at home
Students of 3rd - 5th Grade should read, each quarter, a book in Spanish adapted to their level and understanding, and take the AR test.
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
Finish reading a book  and AR test by due date.
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 .
Mrs. Teresa Zerquis  _
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.

8. Spanish Supply List 3rd Grade
(1)YELLOW Poly/Plastic duo-tang folder with prongs & pockets filled with line paper and 5 clear protector sheets.
(1) Ream of Copy Paper

9. MR. ALVAREZ’S & MS. LOSADA’S MUSIC CLASS 2016-2017

10. 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.*

11. Music Supplies for 2nd & 3rd Grade
2ND GRADE CLASSES
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
3RD GRADE CLASSES
For 3rd Grade Students To Give To Ms. Losada and Mr. Alvarez:
-1 Ream of Copy Paper

12. DAC ELEMENTARY CHORUS
DAC Elementary Chorus Auditions for students in 3rd-5th grade will take place after school in the music room. Below are the Dates and Times:
August 25th – Previous Chorus Member Meeting – 3:00pm-3:30pm
August 26th – 5th Grade – 3:00pm-4:30pm
August 29th – 3rd Grade Boys – 3:00pm-4:30pm
August 31st – 3rd Grade Girls – 2:00pm-3:30pm
September 1st – 4th Grade – 3:00pm-4:30pm
September 2nd – Make Ups– 3:00pm-4:30pm
Audition Forms can be found on the Music Department Webpages or through Ms. Losada.
DAC Elementary Chorus results will be posted on Tuesday September 6th.
Our first meeting will be held on Thursday, September 8th in the music room from 3:00pm-4:00pm.
Rehearsals will be Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00pm-4:30pm.

13. Reminders Please bring all materials during the first week of school.
Students will receive their first home learning assignment of the year during the first week of school – due the second week of school.
More detailed information about the Music Department including home learning assignments, projects, and more can be found on the Music Department Webpages on the DAC/JAM Website.
If parents have any questions or concerns about the Music Department, please feel free to Ms. Losada and Mr. Alvarez This is the best way to reach us.

15. Physical Education Program
Promote the development of physical fitness, movement competencies, team sports and sportsmanship
Fitness Components (Cardio Respiratory Endurance, Muscle Strength and Endurance, Flexibility, Agility, Speed, Balance)
Anatomy and Physiology
Health and Nutrition
Fitness Gram (Mile Run, Push Ups, Sit Ups, Sit and Reach, Shuttle Run, PACER)
Positive Self Image and Confidence

16. Supplies/Volunteer Hours
Mandatory
Athletic Shoes
Red PE Folder
Highly Recommended
Water Bottle/Jug
Sunscreen
Hat
Sunglasses
Volunteer Hours
Copy Paper
Ziploc Bags
Baby Wipes
Tissues
Ice Packs
Band-Aids

17. Ms. Ruiz’s Class Information
Classroom Rules: We create rules as a class/family.
Rewards
Treasure Box
Teamwork Points
Lunch Bunch
Consequences
Recess Time is affected
Silent Lunch
Detention
Parent
**If any parent would like to donate treats for our classroom rewards, please let me know. (volunteer hours will be granted) **

18. Home Learning Class Website . www.doralacademyes.org
Students have daily home learning. They will copy assignments in their agendas every morning.
*Daily Reading (30 minutes)*
Class Website .
Weekly Topics
Upcoming Events
Important Announcements
Home Learning Assignments (Agenda)

19. All students’ grades are available online on the parent portal!
Student Grades
All students’ grades are available online on the parent portal!
Click on Parents
Click “Login to Portal”

20. 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 

21. Birthday Celebrations
ONLY during lunch (11:45 am)
Cupcakes and Juice
20 students

22. $ School Fees $ For Sale:
Agenda
School Folder
Field Trip T-Shirt
Please us the online Store for
your convenience.
Lunch is $3.25 / Breakfast $ ($0.40 for reduced price meals) *Applications are available only online*
Early Arrival Fee: $1.00 per minute (before 8:00 A.M.)
Late Pick-up Fee: $1.00 per minute (after 3:15 P.M.)
*Morning Care and Afterschool Care at available through Leap Services. (Enrollment Required)

23. Online Store Tutorial
1. Log on to our school website and select school (DAC or JAM) 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.***

24. Online Store Prices Folder $2.50 Agenda $10.00 Friday Shirts $13.00
Jean Day (All Year) $35.00
Jean Day (1st Quarter) $9.00
Lunch $3.25
Lunch Free/Reduced $0.40
Breakfast $2.25
Breakfast Free / Reduced $0.30

25. Doral Academy Attendance Policy
Tardies ( Rule)
5 tardies:
Notification to parent (phone call or )
7 tardies:
Written notice sent home to parents
10 tardies:
Referral issued
. 3 Referrals = Expulsion
Classroom door opens at 8:10 and instruction begins promptly at 8:30.
Students are marked tardy after 8:30

26. Doral Academy Attendance Policy
Absences (3-5-7 Rule)
3 Absences: Parent will be contacted by phone or
5 Absences: Student will receive the 1st referral
7 Absences: Notification letter sent home
10 Absences: Student will receive the 2nd referral
. 3 Referrals = Expulsion
Excused Parent Notes
Only 10 parent notes are allowed in a school year, when you have reached your parent note limit only doctor’s note will be accepted.
Notes to excuse an absence will NOT be accepted after 48 hours.

27. Doral Academy Attendance Policy
Early Dismissal
Students will be penalized for excessive early dismissals.
5 unexcused early dismissals = referral .
For the early dismissal to be considered excused a doctor/dentist note is required within 48 hours of the appointment.
No child will be dismissed after 2:30 p.m. and Wednesday at 1:30 p.m.
If your child needs to leave early for any excusable reason they must leave before 2:30 p.m. and Wednesday at 1:30 p.m.

28. Morning Traffic Flow

29. Wednesday Dismissal

30. Dismissal Procedures Parent Pickup
3rd grade will dismiss in the same area as 2nd Grade (Carlos Albizu Parking)
Child must notify me when leaving
Please, no “mini-conferences” at dismissal
Rainy Day Dismissal
Reminder!
If any changes are made to your child’s usual dismissal area please call the school to notify me!
After Care
Students will report directly to after care teacher (Enrollment REQUIRED!!)
Bus
Students are picked up by our assistant and escorted to the bus area.

31. D.A.C.
NO items (home learning, book bags, projects, etc.) will be brought to the classroom after instruction has begun.
Lunch boxes that are dropped off will be taken directly to the cafeteria and placed on an unsupervised table for your child to pick up during their scheduled lunch period.
Our staff has increased yet again, therefore NO PARKING IS ALLOWED IN THE FRONT!!!!
If you must get off the car for any reason, you must park in Carlos Albizu University.
If you are running late you may NOT leave your child in aftercare unless they are pre-enrolled.

32. Uniform Policy
Students should come to school in their Doral Academy uniform everyday.
*Remember black shoes with white socks are a MUST.
Rolling book bags are NOT allowed.
Every Friday is Jean Day for $1.00.Students are allowed to wear jeans and Doral Academy t-shirt.

33. Programs Offered at Doral Academy
Accelerated Reader (AR)
I-Ready
Reflex Math
WonderWorks Reading Intervention
Soar to Success Math Intervention
*Parental support is PRICELESS!*

34. Florida Standards Assessment
All third graders in the state of Florida will be taking the FSA Reading and Math standardized test .
The state of Florida requires all 3rd graders to pass this assessment in order to be promoted to 4th grade.
This test will be taken during Spring 2017.
The testing window (tentative dates) will be March (Reading).
April 17th-May 12th (Math). Computer Based Test
More information will be given during FSA Parent Night.

35. I-Ready
I-Ready is an online program to help students improve reading skills.
Students will be given a username and password to use in both school and home. Username/password will be in the agenda and should be memorized.
For home learning, students will be required to complete the weekly assignments.
Students should not attempt to log in to I-Ready until they are given a username and password, and until they have been instructed to do so by the teacher.
I-Ready will be counted as a grade at the end of every academic quarter.
Please DO NOT assist your child at home in completing the assignments.

36. Accelerated Reader
Students will receive an individualized AR goal and are expected to meet it on a weekly basis. It will be counted for a Reading grade at the end of every quarter. .
30 minutes of daily silent reading is a MUST! .
To check if a book is AR and to determine the reading level, go to .

37. Summer Reading

38. Volunteer Hours
All families must complete 30 volunteer hours for the 2015/2016 school year
Families participating in “Before and After Care” programs for the duration of the entire school year, receive 15 hours per program (15-before care & 15-after care).
Please check class web page and s for volunteer opportunities.
There is a wish list attached to the open house packet.
1 volunteer hour given per $2 spent. Please turn in receipts with any donations.
Families with more than one child at Doral Academy Elementary may split their hours between teachers.

39. Volunteers
The School Volunteer Program consists of electronic registration and background checks. There are two different levels of volunteers.
Any individual interested in volunteering in Doral Academy MUST register through the Community Portal at
Level 1 - Complete a database background check
Level 2 - Complete a fingerprint background check
Day chaperones for field trips
Classroom volunteers
Overnight chaperones
Tutors

40. Wish List Scholastic Book Clubs
Online Ordering
Free books for our class!
Volunteer Opportunities
Target
Walmart
Getsmart
Free Shipping with Site-to-Store
Volunteer Opportunities

41. Contact Information
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42. Concluding Thoughts…
An apple for the teacher Is really nothing new Except when you remember Parents are teachers too! You are your child’s first teacher, so I will look to your help and insights in order to help me understand your child. My goal is for your child to reach his or her full potential!

43. Concluding Thoughts…

44. Any Questions?