Welcome to Schluter Elementary
Jan 04, 2016
Welcome to
Schluter Elementar
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Mrs. Vopelak, Ms. Pohly, Mrs. Reasoner & Mrs. Vopelak, Ms. Pohly, Mrs. Reasoner & Mrs. McColloughMrs. McCollough
5th Grade Team 5th Grade Team
One person, a teacher, changed my life in 3rd grade. I want to be that “one person” to my students. –Ms. Pohly
My husband calls me the most hardheaded person he knows. I would agree, because I refuse to let any child fail -- Mrs. Reasoner
Teaching isn’t a job, a career, or a profession. It is a calling, and I was called to change lives. – Mrs. Vopelak.
My job is my calling, I love to watch my children grow and succeed. There’s nothing more rewarding than having a child come back years later to visit me - Mrs. McCollough
E-mail Us!E-mail Us!
• Please e-mail us at the following addresses so that we can add you to our address book!–[email protected]–[email protected]– [email protected]–[email protected]
Our GoalOur GoalSchluter Motto:
Learners today...Leaders tomorrow! Schluter Student Pledge
•S-chluter Spurs have
•P-ositive attitudes
•U-se their talents
• R-espect themselves and each other, and
• S-trive for excellence everyday.
To Students:• structured learning
environment• mutual respect• security-safe learning
environment• compassion• open communication• open to new ideas• to be an invested member
of the learning community• positive• respectful• loving
• caring• strong educational
background• teach to everyone’s
strengths• opportunities for all to
succeed• extra time and support, as
needed• always have their best
interest in mind• consistency• use up to date teaching
methods• love and logic• clearly defined expectations
To Parents:• respect• keep them informed• make them feel like they are part of “the team”• listen to them• open door policy• safe environment• positive communication
– newsletters– phone calls– Emails– NetSchool– websites
• encourage involvement• to be an invested member of the learning community• open to new ideas• develop relationships• consistency
NISD Grading NISD Grading GuidelinesGuidelines
For more information: – See www.nisdtx.org
– Parents – Grading Guidelines
Grades OnlineGrades OnlineFor more information:
– See www.nisdtx.org – Parents
– Grades Online
NetschoolNetschool• One stop shopping for most of your 5th grade information needs.• Check websites for individual teacher or specific subject area information.• http://moodle.nisdtx.org/course/view.php?id=11310• Enrollment code is “spurs”
AS A PARENT OF Schluter ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PLEASE HELP BY…
• Making sure your child is rested, on time, and prepared for school each day.
• Knowing how your child is doing in school by communicating with teachers by phone or e-mail.
• Monitoring your child’s homework and make sure study time is in a quiet place.
• Limiting TV viewing and read together daily with your child.
• Being an active participant in your child’s education.
“Ranch Hands” ~Volunteers
• Volunteers are ALWAYS welcome at Schluter Elementary.
• You may volunteer services, time or supplies.
• You may volunteer here at school or in the comfort of your own home.
• Daily opportunities for Specials, Library or Cafeteria
• All volunteers must be approved by NISD (background check- https://www.nisdtx.org//cms/module/selectsurvey/TakeSurvey.aspx?SurveyID=1434
• PTA contact- [email protected]
Fun Happenings in Music
• Rhythm & Rhyme Choir– Open to all 4th and 5th Graders
• 4th and 5th grade Recorders– Starts in the Spring
– NISD Children’s Chorus auditions in October- 5th grade only
For more information and updates please visit my web site!
Mrs. Morris
Safety First, Fashion Second!
Wear athletic type shoes to P.E.!Flip –flops, platform shoes, heels, Croc type shoes or slip-on style shoes are not safe for your children during PE and recess time.
Help your child learn to tie shoes. It’s safer!
Wear shorts underneath dresses and skirts.
LibraryStudents visit the library once a week with their
classes. On each visit they will:• Listen to a story or portion of a book• Learn a research or library skill• Hear about various authors and their books• Have an opportunity to check out books
Students may also come to the library independently with their teachers’ permission to check out books
Book Fair Week: October 26th-30th & April 11th-15th
Family CommunicationFamily CommunicationBindersBinders
Blue Card – Review daily (please sign)
Weekly Newsletters
School wide information home on Thursdays
Report Cards available on Thursdays
Websites/NetSchool page updated regularly
Phone & e-mail
Progress reports are available the Monday
after the 3rd week of each 6 weeks.
ConferencesConferences • We will have Fall parent/teacher
conferences after report cards come out on The campus will be holding afterschool conferences The week of Oct. 4th-9th.
• Twenty minute conferences/First come first served (ACT NOW!!!!)
• As needed or requested throughout the year.
Classroom ManagementPLANNER BEHAVIOR CODES
(MATCHES REPORT CARD BEHAVIOR CODES)Work and Study Habits:1. Listens attentively2. Completes assignments on time3. Follows directions4. Uses time appropriately5. Works carefully and neatly7. Works well independently and in groupsPersonal Behavior:8. Uses self control9. Talks at appropriate times10. Respects school rules11. Respects others and environment12. Works and plays well with others13. Accepts Responsibility
HomeworkHomework• May be assigned throughout the
week.• Homework should take no more than 50
minutes.
• Read at least 30 minutes each night. • Nightly spelling (study)• Math HW offers practice and
repetition of what has been taught here at school.
• Daily fact practice encouraged.HW
English Language English Language Arts Arts
What do we want your children to What do we want your children to know?know?
Reading• Word Identification• Fluency• Variety of Texts• Comprehension• Literacy Response• Literary Concepts
Writing• Ideas• Organization• Word Choice• Sentence Fluency• Conventions• Voice
How will we know if they know it?How will we know if they know it?Students will demonstrate their knowledge by
applying reading strategies and demonstrating literacy competencies on daily ELA assignments and assessments, as well as real life applications.
What are we going to do if they know What are we going to do if they know it it or don’t know it?or don’t know it?
• Read Alouds• Literacy Stations• Guided Reading• Author Studies• Book Talks• Independent Reading• Literature Circles• Book Clubs
MathematicsMathematicsWhat do we want your children to
know?• Check the “Areas of Study” section
of my website or grade level newsletter to find out what we are learning each six weeks.
How will we know when they know it?• Students will not only master the
corresponding assessments, but will also be able to apply concepts to real world situations and problem situations.
MathematicsMathematicsWhat are we going to do when they do not
know it?• Small group sessions• Tutorials• Reteach and Reassess• Manipulatives • Technology
What are we going to do when they do know it?
• Problem Based Learning Projects will allow students to grow and extend on their current level.
What do we want your What do we want your children to know?children to know?
ScienceSimple SystemsInherited Traits
AdaptationsProperties of Matter
Elements of EarthEnergy
Observable Changes & PatternsPlan and implement
investigationsCommunicate valid
conclusions
Social StudiesAmerican History
Map SkillsCitizenshipGeography
GovernmentEconomics
Individuals who have influenced history
Students must know all of their states and capitals by
the end of 5th grade.*Check the websites, or the 5th grade newsletter, to find out what we are learning each
week.
How will we know when they know it?• Formative and Summative assessments
such as:-projects -daily practice-homework -compositions -oral interviews - demonstrations -c lass discussions -pre-made
tests-cooperative learning groups -teacher-made
tests-teacher observation based on specific criteria
What am I going to do when they do or do not know it?
-Tutorials - Demonstrations
-Small group sessions - Technology
-Reteach and Reassess -Model
Technology in Technology in ActionAction• Student laptops/iPads/ Tablets
• Electronic Chalkboards• Data Projectors• Document Cameras• Distance Learning• Media Cast• CPS Receivers • Netschool- username:
firstname.lastname, password: student id
Testing DatesTesting Dates
STAAR Math: March 29th
STAAR Reading: March 30th
*Math Retest: May 9th &June 21st
*Reading Retest: May 10th & May 22nd
STAAR Science: May 11th
Daily 5Daily 5thth grade grade ScheduleSchedule
7:207:25 –
7:457:45
10:5011:2011:50
2:45
• Building Open for Students• Breakfast• Tardy Bell: Students should
be in their seat ready to learn/Morning Meeting
• Lunch• Recess• Specials• Dismissal
* Birthday treats @ 2:30, individual servings/PEANUT free
Saddle Up for Success!
Thank you!Thank you!
Questions?