1. BMS Fifth Grade Expectations 2013-2014 Ms. Dukes and Ms. Perucki

2. School-Wide Rules The students split their time between several classrooms, therefore we have the same basic rules and expectations for behavior for all students: –Speak politely and nicely. –Follow directions the first time given by any staff member. –Raise your hand to speak during instructional times. –Honor other’s space and stay out of their personal “bubbles”. –Get out of your seat only when permitted.

3. Dress Code Students are expected to be in dress code each day. –Shirts must be tucked in and belts worn on waist. –Pants/skirts may be black or khaki. –Shirts should be BMS logo, collared shirts only. Shirts should fit appropriately, without being too large. All shirts should be tucked into pants or skirts. –Shorts and skirts should be knee-length regardless of wearing leggings. Leggings must be a solid color. –In the event of cooler weather, sweaters and sweatshirts must have the BMS logo. Coordinating white or cobalt blue long-sleeve shirts only may be worn under the BMS shirts. Hooded items may not be worn in school. –Students should wear sneakers or closed-toed shoes. Sneakers are always required for P.E.

4. Homework Students will have math, literacy, and science/social studies homework Monday through Friday. All homework given is recorded in the planner each day before dismissal. Parents should sign the planner each evening Homework should be done neatly and in complete sentences. Math homework should be done in pencil. Incomplete assignments must be made up at recess and will be recorded as late. Parents will be contacted in the event of multiple missed assignments.

5. Character: Being a BRICK B – Changing Breakdowns to Breakthroughs by applying problem solving strategies such as HA-HA-SO. R – Taking Responsibility for being the author of one’s life through one’s decisions and choices. I – Learning how Integrity (keeping one’s word) empowers relationships and goals. C – Creating opportunities for students to Contribute within the classroom, school, and community. K – Engaging students in increasing their Knowledge so that new possibilities for their lives can be created.

6. Character Assessment Rubric Because Breakthrough is a school that teaches character, we also assess our students’ character during the school year and include character on our report cards. Students are assessed on a 1-5 scale, with 3 (consistent) being the baseline rating. Scores of 1 and 2 show exceptional character, while scores of 4 and 5 show that a student is having difficulty designing his/herself to be effective.

7. Ways to help your child at home: Each evening, check over and sign your child’s planner and homework, especially at the beginning of the year to establish positive routines. Encourage your child to read out loud to you whenever possible to practice their reading fluency. Encourage your child to proofread written homework assignments. Practice multiplication and division facts and other related math skills at home. These are required for meeting the standards in math. Find a special place that is quiet and clean for your child to do their homework in each day.

8. Supporting Literacy at Home Get your student a magazine subscription or newspaper subscription according to their interest. Utilize websites, such as BMS Kids, Renzulli, NetTrekker, Scholastic.com, etc. Commit to reading as a family – set a goal for how many minutes a night everyone will be reading!!!!

9. Parent Volunteers Assisting in the classroom –Reading –Sharing career information –Chaperones for field trips –Assisting with classroom activities Donating supplies/materials - Disinfectant wipes -Kleenix, paper towels -kitchen sponges

10. Thank you for supporting us tonight! Questions?