Transcript Ms. Decker`s Third- Grade Class

Jesus’ Second Grade
Luv-Bugs
Welcome Mommies and Daddies !!!
Welcome to Second Grade!
 We will have a
wonderful year!!! 
 I am so excited and
blessed to be a part
of this fantastic
school!
 We are partners!!!
My Goals
 To educate and guide your precious child even
closer to God while ensuring their academic, social
and spiritual growth.
 To provide a supportive and fun classroom
environment where each individual feels special and
wonderful (because they are…)
 To be in partnership with each of you as we watch
and participate in the miracle of you child’s wonderful
and special growth.
Communication is key…
Communication
 Please always drop me a note or call me
regarding anything…
School phone: 452-4428
School Web address:
www.stmartindeporresschool.org
My e-mail:
[email protected]
Please sign up on the class page for updates
and to receive our weekly newsletters…
http://teacherweb.com/NY/StMartindePorres/Mr
sPapineau/newsflash.aspx
Communication
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Please send all correspondence via your child’s H folder…
Please label all of their belongings.
All dismissal changes, absentee notes, etc.
All text books must be covered in a book sock or paper …no
contact paper.
Workbooks and notebooks are to be covered in clear contact paper.
Lunch tickets may be purchased in advance, but lunch $ may also be
sent in when needed. Please send in the exact amount needed in a
clearly marked envelope with your child's name.
Your child’s field trip forms and money should be sent in via their
class (H) folder. Please be sure that all checks are made payable to
St. Martin de Porres School or if you choose, please send in the exact
amount of cash requested in a sealed envelope with your child’s name
on it. You are wonderful…
Class Subjects
 The core curriculum and the subjects we will cover
and MASTER during second grade are:
Religion….
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Reading and Writing/LA/Handwriting
Math
Science
Social Studies
Music, Art, Physical Education, Computer Technology
 TARGET TIME!!! 
Jesus
Coming to Jesus…
 Jesus Nourishes us, and strengthens
God’s life and grace within us.
 Jesus is our model for Christian living.
 The Law of Love…in action!
Religion
 Your children will prepare and receive the
holy sacraments of Penance and Eucharist.
 Dates: 1st Penance – March 7th
1st Eucharist- April 25th
Mrs. McGuirk Religious Ed Coordinator 471-8728
What a beautiful and blessed time in your
child’s and your family’s life!!! 
Religion
 The Archdiocesan Guidelines and Essentials
of Learning are the basis of all instruction.
 We will enjoy many Bible stories, learn about
various Saints, learn prayers and grow even
closer to God throughout this very special
year!
 Check our web page for updates, prayers
and vocabulary. 
Reading
 We read everything!!! 
 Daily reading is so
important!!! We are not
only continuing to learn
to read, but also reading
to learn!!!
 Your children should
read their “Book in a
Bag” each night and
bring it to school each
day.
 Reading Street Program
Reading/LA Materials
 Scott Foresman Reading Street
 Varied genres: Non-fiction, fiction,
biographies, contemporary and
traditional literature, magazines and
newspapers etc.
 We read, write, listen and speak across
the curriculum…and beyond!
Writing
 They will be writing for different
purposes…narratives,
communications, descriptions,
expository, interpreting,
persuasive, analytic, creative
and notes/outlines.
 We will use the “process” to
pre-write, draft, edit, revise and
publish their wonderful work.
 They are wonderful!
Spelling/Vocabulary
 Spelling tests will be on Friday’s.
 All words will be written in your child’s
journal and will are listed on the web
page.
 20 word lists (5 Words each week are
from vocabulary book) Vocabulary tests
will be given every other week. 
Handwriting
 We will brush up on our beautiful
printing holding the pencil properly so
we can move on to CURSIVE!!!
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Math
 We will use many hands
on materials to explore,
analyze and problem
solve. (Engage NY)
 Memorization of basic
addition, subtraction and
multiplication facts.
 100 Facts in UNDER 5
Minutes! They can do it!
 Yahoo!
 Memorization of math
vocabulary too. 
Check our web page
often!
Science
 The Scientific Method Nutrition
 Animal and Plant Life
Cycles
 Natural Cycles and
Patterns
 Physical Science
 Hands on Fun and
Learning! 
Social Studies
 We will be focusing on
varied communities and
geography skills.
 We will enjoy learning
about economics,
resources, citizenship,
civics, rules and laws.
 God’s beautiful
world…and our special
place in it! 
Classroom Community
 Our classroom is a Jesus filled community!
 We always try our best! Doing our
best includes:
 Using manners
 Listening carefully and following directions.
 Being a good friend.
 Completing work carefully.
We use sticker charts and go shopping a lot in second grade!
Every minute is a brand new start!
They are sensational second grade luvbugs!!! 
Homework
 There will be approximately 20-30 minutes of
written homework Monday through Thursday
plus reading the text or Book–in Bag for 1520 minutes. Your child should read 15 to 20
minutes over the weekend too! 
 Other Various projects will be assigned.
 All homework will be written in your child’s
journal and will be posted on our class
newsletter.  (Again, be sure that you are
signed up on the Newsflash page…)
Grades
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65% Tests and quizzes
10% Class Work/Participation
15% Projects/Portfolios
10% Homework
Language Art Grade: 40% Composition
40% Grammar
20% Spelling
*New passwords for the new system are needed each year so please
be sure to return all paperwork ASAP. 
Report Cards come out at the end of each quarter…Parent
Conferences are in November…please sign up tonight! 
School Rules…
 Please refer to the school handbook for
all questions, uniform requirements
etc….
 Please return all handbook and other
forms ASAP…you’re wonderful.
 Thank you. 
Schedule
Monday- Spanish 10:40-11:10
Tuesday- Library/Mathletics Time
Wednesday- Gym 9:20-10:00
Music 1:55-2:35
Thursday- Computer Lab 11:05-11:45
Art 1:10-1:50
Friday- 9am Mass on the First and Third
Fridays
Other Important Dates…
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Picture Day- September 15th (Dress Up Clothes)
School Pictures- September 17th ((Full Winter Uniform)
Scholastic Orders are due September 27th…
Parent Conferences- November 19th and 20th
Thanksgiving Prayer Service- Nov 21
First Penance- March 7
First Holy Communion- April 25
May Crowning- May 1 after Mass 
Bronx Zoo trip- May…TBD 
Please check the on-line school calendar for additional
information.
Closing Points…
 Thanks so much again for sharing your
beautiful child with me and this school.
 I am positive it is going to be a great year.
Communication is key…
 You have given your child a fantastic
gift…starting with your obvious love and
commitment to them and to Jesus.
 Together this team can and will do it!!!
 Questions???
To a Great Year!
May God Continue to Bless us all!