WELCOME TO MRS' TUCKERS SECOND GRADE CLASS

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WELCOME TO MRS. TUCKERS SECOND GRADE CLASS!

• 2005-2006

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SECOND GRADE WISH LIST

• The following list of items would be most useful
  in our classroom.
• We are thankful for all donations we receive.
• Your help is appreciated!
• paper plates, napkins, and cups
• blank cassette tapes
• disinfecting wipes - like Clorox
• markers and colored pencils
• disposable cameras
• bean bag chairs
• sidewalk chalk
• books on tape
• various types of colored paper
• books of all kinds
• candy for rewards

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WEEKLY HOMEWORK PACKETS

• Students will be responsible for completing and
  turning in weekly homework packets. The packets
  will include practice pages on weekly spelling
  words, math and reading skills, and other
  essential topics of current study.
• These packets will be sent home on Mondays and
  are required to be turned in on the following
  Friday.
• It is my hope that by assigning such homework,
  students will
• develop responsibility in completing their work
  in
• a timely fashion. Students will learn how to
  budget
• their time at home among personal, family,
• and school obligations.
• I ask that parents assist by
• supporting and encouraging their child
• throughout the completion of homework.

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SUPPORTING A COMMUNITY OF READERS

• A.R. BOOKS Advanced Readers
• These books are available at our school
• library. Students check out the books and take
• computerized comprehension tests to earn points.
  I will
• periodically use the earned points towards extra
  credit in reading. In addition to this, an A.R.
  store will be set up at the end of the year and
  students will have the opportunity to use their
  points to buy prizes.
• BOOK-IT
• BOOK-IT is a national reading activity that is
  available to students in grades K-4. Teachers
  set up their reading goals and students read AT
  HOME and record their results. Through the
  months of October March, students who complete
  their classroom reading requirement will receive
  a FREE Pizza Hut personal pan pizza coupon.
  Students reaching their reading goals for all 6
  months of the program will be recognized at the
  end of the school year.
• SECOND GRADERS WILL READ 15 BOOKS PER MONTH TO
  REACH THEIR GOAL!
• BOOK CLUB ORDERS
• From time to time, students and parents will have
  the opportunity to purchase books through book
  clubs. I will periodically send home order forms
  and those interested may place orders.

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CLASS RULES EXPECTATIONS

• Second grade students are required to adhere to
  the following classroom rules and expectations
• Raise your hand to speak
• Be respectful to yourself and to others
• Take care of personal and school property
• Treat others the way you wish to be treated
• Always be your best!
• THE MARBLE JAR A REWARD SYSTEM
• I will keep a jar on my desk and each time the
  class exhibits exemplary behavior, a marble will
  be added to the jar. When 50 marbles have been
  added to the jar, the students will receive an
  award such as a popcorn, pizza, or ice cream
  party.
• This is an excellent opportunity for students to
  learn the value of teamwork!

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CLASS DISCIPLINE PLAN

• It is essential that ALL students have the
  opportunity to learn in a safe and productive
  environment that is free from unnecessary
  distraction and negativity.
• It is my goal to consistently provide this
  environment for my students.
• Students who do not following the classroom rules
  and expectations will be subject to the following
  consequences
• Verbal warning and reminder of class rule
• Student/Teacher conference and 10 minute time out
• Student/Teacher conference, communication home,
  and loss of recess
• Student/Teacher conference, removal from
  classroom, and communication home
• Referral to principal and communication home
• I will be fair in all discipline situations.
  Depending upon the infraction, students will be
  handled in the most appropriate manner.

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SNACK TIME!!!

• Second grade students will have a daily mid
  morning snack break. Parents may send
  individual snacks to school with their students.
  
• We also appreciate snack donations. The
  following items are great for sharing during
  snack time.
• Microwave popcorn
• Boxes of cereal
• Pretzels and crackers
• Fruit
• Granola/cereal bars
• Please make sure your child eats breakfast before
  coming to school.
• Dont have time? Breakfast is served at school
  each morning take a look at the menu!
• We dont eat lunch until 1205pm, so snack time
  is an
• important part of our day!

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WEEKLY SPECIAL ACTIVITIES

• Monday Art
• Tuesday/Thursday P.E. (dress appropriately
  please)
• Wednesday/Friday Music
• Library at least twice a week
• Computer lab at least twice a week

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CELEBRATING BIRTHDAYS!

• Students love to celebrate birthdays with their
  classmates. When planning a birthday party for
  your child, please consider the following.
• If you are having a party outside of school, you
  may send invitations to school if ALL students in
  the class are invited. However, if you choose to
  invite only a few of your childs friends, please
  deliver invitations sometime other than during
  the school day.
• If you are planning to send birthday treats to
  school, please let me know!
• In celebration of your students special day,
  consider donating a favorite book to the class in
  honor of your child. Your child can proudly
  share the book with their classmates. ?
• If your childs birthday is during a non school
  month, we can still celebrate!

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TIPS FOR HELPING YOUR STUDENT

• Kids deserve to be supported and given the best
  possible educational opportunities. In order to
  achieve this, consider the following.
• Maintain clear communication with teachers
• Ask your student about their day and what is
  happening in school
• Set aside family time for activities
• Establish a nightly homework routine
• Check backpacks daily for notes and items that
  are sent home
• Develop responsibility through the establishment
  of chores and an allowance or positive reward
  system
• Get involved in the classroom and school
• Praise your student and encourage them to always
  do their best!

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10 WAYS TO BE A SUPER STUDENT!!

• Come to school everyday.
• Have your supplies ready.
• Have your materials organized.
• Pay attention in class.
• Follow directions.
• Ask for help when you need it.
• Participate in class activities.
• Complete assignments on time.
• Follow all school rules.
• Always try to do your best!

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MAKING IT WORK

• I am thrilled to have the opportunity to work
  with your child. The school year should prove to
  be an exciting time of change as your student
  gains knowledge and meets challenges.
• I will make myself available for conferences
  should the need arise at any time. I believe
  that teacher and parent relationships are
  essential for the success of students. ?
• Lets have a SUPER year!
• Mrs. Tucker