Download - Back to School Night!!
Back to School Back to School Night!!Night!!
Mrs. Lawall, Mrs. Sickler, Ms. WitteSeptember 17, 2014
PTO Video
http://youtu.be/xHMt2gIDvUE
Please watch this video made by our PTO.
Getting to Know Mrs. Lawall
• Teaching for the last 19 years – • from pre-school to high school; most experience in 4th & 5th grades
• Master’s from LaSalle University Bachelor’s from Temple U & HFU; graduate work at Gratz College
• Certified Elementary, Early Childhood, Special Education & MS Math• Taught recreational and competitive gymnastics for over 20 yrs • Technology Coach at Goodnoe; co-chair the Tech Committee;
School Play Chorus Director; Running Club; Reading Olympics Coach• Raised 3 daughters; all educated here in CRSD; married to Ken, self-
employed, real estate developer• Oldest, Tara is married and a NYC Copywriter (U of Maryland;
Temple; Miami Ad School)• Second, Tracy is a Physical Therapist in DC
(Temple & U of Miami)• Youngest, Jessica is a Physical Therapist in Newtown,
engaged
Getting to Know Mrs. Sickler
Worked here at Goodnoe Elementary for the last 10 years in 3rd, 4th & 5th grades
Worked at Meadowbrook School and Lower Moreland School District for 3 years
Earned Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education from Juniata College; Master’s Degree in Special Education from HFU
Reside in Newtown Township with husband, Parker and son, Wyeth; expecting twin girls in the very near future!
Getting to Know Ms. Witte
Been working at Goodnoe in 5th grade for the last 3 years
Council Rock graduate 2007 Family currently attends Goodnoe Elementary Earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from
Bloomsburg University Certified in Elementary & Special Education Worked in the summer ESY program at Newtown
Elementary
Class ScheduleClass Schedule
Time Subject9:00 - 9:20 Announcement, Morning Activities
9:20 - 10:10 Specials – Music, Art, Library, Gym, Computers
10:20 - 11:10 Math
11:10 -12:15 Reading
12:15 -12:45 Writing
12:45 - 1:45 Recess/Lunch
1:45 - 2:35 Science with Mrs. Molishus
2:35 – 3:30 Social Studies
3:30 - 3:40 Pack up
Journeys – Reading/Writing Journeys – Reading/Writing ProgramProgram
Research based explicit, systematic instruction in the areas of Reading, Fluency, Writing, Listening and Speaking, and Language.
The program aligns to the Common Core State Standards Contains high-quality literature, informational texts, and
instructional content Reading Logs KidBiz
Differentiated online non-fiction reading program
Our Class
Reading LogsReading Logs• Minimum of 25 books per year
• 7 books for the 1st marking period • 6 books each for the 2nd - 4th marking periods • Log needs to be completed and signed nightly • Students may also log in class reading each
day• Logs will be checked at random• Marking period genre assignments (graded)
• 2 required genres per marking period• 4 different genres per marking period
• Reading Success Tip: • 15 pages or more per night
KidBizKidBiz
Differentiated online reading comprehension program
Kid-friendly, interesting current event articles Reading & writing activities to boost your
child’s comprehension of non-fiction texts 2 KidBiz assignments weekly Goal: 70 Kidbiz articles scoring 75% or higher
on the first try
Writing Workshop & “Writing Workshop & “Me Me MagsMags””
Writing Pieces:Persuasive
InformationalNarrative
DescriptiveLetter Writing
Journal ResponsesResearch Papers
Poetry
Writing ProcessPre-write
Rough Copy Peer Conference Revise and Edit
Teacher Conference Publish
EnVision Mathematics
Website: http://www.pearsonsuccessnet User name: first initial last name ges (no spaces) Ex: jlawallges Password: first initial last initial ID # (no spaces) Ex: jl100234 Explore lessons, vocabulary, and interactive activities We will also be “flipping” some lessons this school year.
First in Math Username and password
Math Moments Great math games (compliments of Mrs. Hills)
Numeration/Place ValueMultiplicationDivisionDecimalsFractionsGeometryVariables/AlgebraPerimeter/AreaMeasurementInequalities/Solving EquationsRatio/PercentGraphs & DataProbability
Math Curriculum
Science with Mrs. MolishusScience with Mrs. Molishus
Inquiry-Based, Hands-On LearningQuestions? [email protected]
Microworlds
Matter & Elements
Mixtures & Solutions
Ecosystems
STC and Foss kits
You Be the Chemist!
The YBTC Challenge is a fun and innovative academic competition that engages grade 5-8 students in learning
about important chemistry concepts, scientific discoveries, and laboratory safety. Challenge
competitions are exciting events that take place across the country, encouraging the collaboration of industry members, schools, and community organizations, as together, they educate students about the value of science education and the role of chemistry in their
everyday lives.
Social Studies with Social Studies with Mrs. LawallMrs. Lawall
Classwork/Assessments Collaborative Groupwork Discussions/participation Presentations
Signers of the Declaration of Independence; Global Citizenship Project; Explorers
Quizzes/Tests Projects Homework
Social Studies book is online. http://www.eharcourtschool.com
Civics Colonies
ExplorationGeography & Maps
BindersBinders
Language ArtsScience
Social Studies The binders are divided into sub-sections for
each subject Please help your child to stay organized
Daily upkeep is important
Ericom – The “H” DriveEricom – The “H” Drive
Each student has his/her OWN “H-drive” on the Council Rock Web Server
This is a secured storage space provided by the district
Allows students to save their work on any computer in the school and access it from any other computer in our school or at home
You may set up your child’s “H-drive” through the internet on your home computer so your child may work on assignments in school and at home
Follow the steps on the school webpage to set up your child’s “H-Drive”
Homework PolicyHomework Policy
Students should expect to have 50 minutes of homework per night
Tests need to be signed they will be stamped Helpful Homework Success Tips
Missed or Incomplete Assignments Parents will receive the yellow “Missed Assignments” form The child will usually make up the assignment during recess or at
home the following night. Report card grades will be affected.
Pennsylvania State Pennsylvania State Standards Assessment Standards Assessment ExamsExams
April 2015 (Reading, Writing, and Math)
Math:Problem-solving, number concepts, logical
reasoning…
Reading:Reading comprehension, critical thinking,
inferencing skills, …
Writing:Persuasive, Narrative, Informational
Special EventsSpecial Events
Halloween Parade
Meals for the Homeless
Classroom Parties
March Madness
Minute to Win It
Talent Show
Field Trips
(Old City, Walking Tour of Newtown, Arbor Day and more)
Teacher – Parent – School Teacher – Parent – School CommunicationCommunication
Goodnoe Elementary webpage:
http://www.crsd.org/site/default.aspx?domainid=1767
Teacher Webpage: Located on Goodnoe WebsiteLawall webpage Sickler webpageYou can find useful information, such as…
- Daily Assignments- Important dates and events- Helpful links
Teacher – Parent Communication:• [email protected] • [email protected]• [email protected]
Calling All Parents!!Calling All Parents!!
Homeroom Parents & Volunteerssign up if interested
Parent-Teacher Conference Timeplease sign up tonight
Field Trip Sign-upcontact will take place when trips are scheduled
PTO
If you would like to purchase a KidStuff Book, they are on the desk. Please send in the payment of $25. Otherwise, please leave it on the desk and I will send it back to PTO
More information about PTO activities Goodnoe PTO
BYODBYOD
This school year, our class is piloting a “BYOD”
If you’re interested in participating, please complete the technology permission form
Students will be allowed to use their own device for instruction purposes
This is a trial, therefore, we may experience “glitches” at times
Students who do not BYOD will still be allowed to use the district devices (laptops & Ipads)
Thank you for joining us this evening!
Welcome to a new school year and to the wonderful world of fifth grade. This year will be a very exciting and rewarding experience for your child as he or she continues to study at the intermediate level
