Units of Instruction:
Math Place Value, Rounding, Addition and Subtraction, Estimating, Perimeter, Graphing, Fractions, Multiplication strategies and facts, Area, Division strategies, Telling Time, Liquid Volume, Patterns, Word Problems, Geometry, Liquid Measurement, Equivalent Fractions Reading Reading Behaviors, Story Elements, Theme, Point of View, Nonfiction Text Structures, Text Features, Main Idea, Structures of Literary Texts, Main idea and Key Details, Text Structures including Problem/ Solution, Compare/Contrast, Cause/Effect, Question/Answer, Sequential Order, Purpose, Perspective, and Point of View Writing Narrative Writing, Verb Tenses, Quotation Marks in Dialogue, Opinion Writing, Regular and Irregular Verbs, Pronouns and Antecedents, Superlative and Comparative Adjectives, Coordinating and Subordinating Conjunctions, Informational Writing, Prepositions, Capitalization and Punctuation, Types of Nouns, Types of Sentences, Cursive Handwriting, Text-dependent Analysis, Apostrophes, Science Landforms and Land Changes, Electricity and Magnetism, Rocks and Minerals, Properties and Changes of Matter, Habitats and Adaptations, Lifecycles Social Studies SC Regions and Native Americans, Explorers to our New World and Settlement of SC, How our Colony Became a State, Government, Civil War and Reconstruction, Moving into a New Century, Growth and Change Major Assessments / Calculation of Grades: After each instructional unit, the students will be given a test and/or learning project based on acquired knowledge. Essays and other written assignments or projects will be graded using a district writing rubric. Each assignment can earn up to 4 points for content/development, 4 points for organization, 3 points for voice, and 4 points for correct use of English language conventions. Students will also be assessed daily through teacher observation, questioning techniques, and other class work activities. Quizzes will be given periodically to determine student understanding. Homework is given regularly to reinforce student learning. Quizzes may be re-taken in the same week they were given if the grade was below a 70. The quiz must be returned by Wednesday to school. The re-take grade and the original grade will be averaged for the final grade. Grading Scale: The standardized grading scale used throughout Greenville County School District will apply. A 90-100 B 80-89 C 70-79 D 60-69 U 59-below Penmanship: M=Meets standard P=Progressing toward standard Grading Procedures: Reading: 40% Major Assessments – Benchmark and unit assessments, comprehension quizzes, novel quizzes 60% Minor Assessments -- Daily grades: comprehension strategies, reading responses, etc. Language Arts: 10% Spelling Skills 30% Major Assessments -- Writing portfolio prompts, grammar tests 60% Minor Assessments -- Daily writing grades, writing process, journals, research process Math, Social Studies, Science: 40% Major Assessments -- Tests and projects 60% Minor Assessments -- Daily grades, quizzes, other activities Penmanship: M = neat, correct letter formation P = letter formation is sometimes incorrect or messy Capturing Kids Hearts What is it CKH? A relationship building approach to discipline that creates self-managing groups. How does it work? Teachers use the EXCEL model to communicate with students. Students create their own rules via a social contract. Students hold each other accountable using "checks" and "fouls". An environment is created that emphasizes positivity though "good things" and "affirmations." The EXCEL model:
The Social Contract is created by the students, assisted by the teacher, in effort to answer four questions regarding the environment of the classroom. The four questions include:
The Social Contract is signed by all classroom members, including the teacher. The document is also shown to classroom visitors and they are encouraged to sign the contract as well. The document is a living document and is referred to on a regular basis to highlight success and serves as a guide for when problems arise. The Four Behavior Questions: These are questions that we ask each other to help stay true to the social contract: 1. What are you doing? 2. What are you supposed to be doing? 3. Are you doing that? 4. What are you going to do about that? Checks and Fouls: When a student is not following the social contract, other students will "check" that student. This is a silent reminder of a thumbs up to remind the student that they need to change their behavior. When a student is being unkind, other students will "foul" that student. The student is then asked to give two "put ups" for the "put down" they gave. Good Things: At the beginning of classes teachers will start with "good things", in which students share something good that is going on with them. This creates an environment of positivity and helps build relationships. Chandler Creek recognizes three types of behavior: tier 1, tier 2 and tier 3. Tier 1 behaviors are normally handled by the teacher. They may not require administrator involvement, do not significantly violate rights of others, and do not appear chronic. Tier 1 Behaviors account for about 80% of school discipline needs. Tier 2 behaviors violate the rights of others, put others at risk or harm, or are chronic minor behaviors. Tier 2 behavior accounts for about 15 % of school discipline needs. Tier 3 behaviors significantly violate the rights of others, put others at risk or harm, or are chronic minor behaviors. Tier 3 Behavior accounts for about 5% of school discipline needs. Parents are always involved, as well as, interventionist with the possibility of a need for outside services. Removal from class, out of school suspension and district intervention is common for Tier 3 Behaviors. When necessary law enforcement is contacted for the safety of all parties. Four Star Behavior Chart All classrooms will utilize the following 4 Star Behavior Chart to communicate student behavior to parents/guardians. It is the belief that students need to be aware of their responsiveness to the classroom social contract and that they can adjust behavior when taught effectively to use appropriate skills for the class community. Students begin each day on four stars and can clip up or down according to their behavior. Four Stars- I have Champion Behavior Three Stars- I need to reflect on my behavior Two Stars - I need a Think Out (written behavior reflection) and parent phone call One Star- Behavior Specialist is involved and parent conference School Expectations A copy of our social contract and an overview of Capturing Kids' Hears will be given to students and parents at the beginning of the year. Additionally, school contract and classroom contract behaviors will be discussed and modeled in the classroom. Communication with Parents I will be available during office hours by phone or email. I will be happy to make an appointment outside of office hours to help your family! Parents as Partners: We love working as a team to help your child succeed! Please always remember that if you have any questions at all, feel free to contact me. There is no such thing as being TOO well-informed! www.greenville.k12.sc.us/Parents/ · Check my webpage for information. · South Carolina State Standards: A complete listing of standards can be accessed through the Greenville County School District website or the South Carolina State Department website. Contact Mrs. Krezdorn Email: [email protected] School’s Telephone # 355-2400 |
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