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Agenda:LanguageMathematics PYPLearning environmentHome Learning – including class and grade level blogsPartnershipsQuestions and Answers

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IntroductionsBecky EylesWelcome to new parentsWelcome to returning families

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About meBorn and brought up on a farm in the UK Moved to Zurich in DecemberTaught in the International School of

Schaffhausen until June this yearHave taught the full primary age range in

several schools in the UKInterests: running, swimming, cycling,

snowboarding, playing the piano, drawing/painting, singing, reading

And most importantly…teaching!

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Language First Steps developmental continuum PM Benchmarks Reading – guided, independent, small group Take-home reading books (fluent reading with

strong comprehension of the text) Writing – writing genres in Grade 2 include

recounts, procedures, information reports, narratives, explanations and letters

Talking and Listening – oral presentations, active listening

Handwriting – D’Nealian script. Cursive begins after December

Spelling – Journals, spelling phases, spelling strategies

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MathematicsZIS Mathematics agreementsShape and Space, Measurement, Pattern and

Function, Data Handling, NumberReal-life problem-solvingConnecting mathematical concepts and

applications to learningEveryday Math is a resourceConcrete to abstract Investigating, questioning, discussing,

justifying and recording Variety of strategies for possible multiple

solutions – emphasis on process

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Mathematics at ZIS We know and follow the Essential Concepts/Questions in the ZIS

Scope and Sequence We follow the secure goals outlined in the Everyday Mathematics

with adaptations as necessary in relationship to our Scope and Sequence

We use the Everyday Mathematics games, mental math, common routines and (adapted ) assessments

We will use the student journals when appropriate to support the learning of secure goals

We commit to daily mental math activities Math home learning is differentiated Summative and other relevant Math assessments are shown to

parents We will supplement Everyday Mathematics assessments with

authentic performance tasks, to assess conceptual understandings We regularly inform parents what we teach in Math, how and why.

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Grade 2 Units of Inquiry

Inquiring into:Switzerland (Where We Are In Place And Time).

Field trip to the Glacier Garden and Transportation Museum in Lucern

Workplaces (How We Organize Ourselves). Tochterstag Nov 12

Water (How The World Works). Visiting scientists from the U.K

Folktales (How We Express Ourselves). Read-around, Book WeekLiving Things (Sharing The Planet). Tierpark,

LangnauHealthy Living (Who We Are). Healthy Living Day.

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Program of Inquiry

Located on the ZIS Website (LS or ECC campus – Curriculum – Grade level – bottom of page, click on link to Program of Studies) and displayed on the wall outside the library

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PYP Learner Profile InquirerOpen-mindedKnowledgeableRisk-takerThinkerCommunicatorBalancedPrincipledCaringReflective

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PYP Attitudes Appreciation Commitment Confidence Cooperation Creativity Curiosity Empathy Enthusiasm Independence Integrity Respect Tolerance

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PYP Transdisciplinary Skills

Thinking Skills (acquisition of knowledge, comprehension, application, analysis, synthesis, evaluation, metacognition)

Social Skills (accepting responsibility, respecting others, cooperating, resolving conflict, group decision-making, adopting a variety of roles)

Communication Skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing, presenting, non-verbal communication)

Self-management Skills (gross motor skills, fine motor skills, spatial awareness, organization, time management, safety, healthy lifestyle, codes of behavior, informed choices)

Research Skills (formulating questions, observing, planning, collecting data, recording data, organizing data, interpreting data, presenting research findings)

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2E Learning Environment

Independence, initiative, responsibility

Effective work habitsCooperative learning, being a teamInquiry and actionLearner Profile behavioursPYP Attitudes

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2E Learning Environment

Cooperative Groups Classroom agreements, rewards and

consequencesWeekly class meetings (PSE time)Class monitor positions 8:30 – 8:44 morning routine – Math

activity, Choice Time, red tote, Communication Book, messages

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Home Learning at ZISLearning Logs - Designed to encourage creativity

and foster a love of learningInquiry-basedMathematics, Language, Unit of Inquiry, Reading

and/or Handwriting challengesReinforce and develop knowledge, understanding

and skillOpen-ended learning challenges – students choose a

style and approach that suits them eg. poster, song, model, pictures, play, presentation,games, puzzles, activities – no limits!

Learning behaviours – continuation of approach in classroom, building on learning during the day, revision of work, effort…

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Home Learning at ZIS Learning challenges set Monday, returned to

school a week on Wednesday, shared in class on Wednesday – more time for a more meaningful response

Starting Monday 7th September, due back on Wednesday 16th September

Then set again Monday 21st September, due back on Wednesday 30th September

Time to share & value achievementsMore detailed information will be in the front

of the learning log book.

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School – Home PartnershipGrade level and class blog -

http://blogs.zis.ch/grade2/Fred and Wilma – our little friends

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School-Home Partnership

Room parent: Johanna DucSupport in class (guided reading, one-

to-one Math support). Support on field tripsYour expertiseClass parties

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Grade 2 TipsLabel, label, labelTeaching commences at exactly 8:45Class timetableHome Learning routinesResponsibilities at home Healthy snack and lunchCommunication at homeTime to play and relax after each school

dayBalance

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Questions and Answers