New Teacher OrientationBreakout Session – Grade 2/Specials

The Next Two Weeks

Catholic Identity

• Prayer Corner

• Opening Day Prayer Service

• Daily Prayers/Prayer Ring

• Sacramental Preparation

Classroom Environment

GO WITH THE FLOW…Draw a map!

• Bulletin Boards• Seating Arrangements• Supplies• Learning Centers• Technology• Classroom Library• Classroom Management

Paperwork

• Curriculum Mapping (CCSS)

• Class List(s)

• Letter to Parent(s)/Guardian(s)

• Letter to Students

Day #1

“This first day sets the tone for the

year.”• School Policy for arrival/dismissal• Seating arrangements• Morning Meeting• Prayer Service• Have You Filled a Bucket Today?

• Books & Supplies• Snack• Classroom Scavenger Hunt• Welcome Back Packet/Bag

Exit to a BRIGHT Future…What’s Next?

Common Core State Standards

• The Archdiocese is adopting these standards for English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics.

• Common Core State Standards

• The Curriculum Committees for the Archdiocese have developed Implementation Guides for your use. These can be found at http://www.catholicschools-phl.org/parent-resources/elementary-curriculum

English Language Arts (ELA)

• Foundational Skills for K-5 (Phonics/Word Analysis)

• Reading Standards• Literature

• Informational Text

• Writing Standards

• Speaking & Listening Standards

• Language StandardsGreat link -

http://commoncore.org/free/

Mathematics

• Operations & Algebraic Thinking (3)• FLUENCY of facts to 20

• Numbers & Operations in Base 10 (2)

• Measurement & Data (4)• Money is introduced in 2nd Grade

• Geometry (1)

What’s Next?

• Breathe a sigh of relief! You made it through Day #1! Thanks be to God!

• Curriculum Night & Curriculum Information

• TeacherWeb

• Communication

• Lesson Plans

• Grade Book

Assessment

• Roll Slips

• Report Cards

• Permanent Record Cards

• Portfolio

GOOD LUCK!

Bridget TiguePrincipalSt. Francis of Assisi Schoolbtigue@sfacatholic.org