WELCOME TO MRS.TUCKER

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WELCOME TO MRS.TUCKERS SECOND GRADE CLASS!

• 2007-2008

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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 very much appreciated!
• paper plates, napkins, and cups
• blank cassette tapes
• stencils
• markers and colored pencils
• sidewalk chalk
• books on tape
• various types of colored paper
• books of all kinds
• candy for rewards
• snacks

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WEEKLY HOMEWORK

• Students will be responsible for completing and
  turning in homework. Homework may include
  practice pages on weekly spelling words, math and
  reading skills, and other essential topics of
  current study. Occasionally special projects
  will be assigned. Such projects allow students
  to display their knowledge and share it in
  various creative ways.
• Homework will be sent home on most Mondays and
  is required to be turned in the following Friday
  unless otherwise noted.
• It is my hope that by assigning homework,
  students will
• develop responsibility and learn how to budget
  their time.
• Parents are encouraged to assist by
• supporting and encouraging their child at home.

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Communication

• A weekly NEWSLETTER will be sent home on Fridays.
  Information regarding class activities, spelling
  lists, and general classroom happenings will be
  included.
• WEEKLY SPELLING LISTS and other important
  information can also be found on our school
  website at.
• www.rankin98.org
• Scroll down to find the second grade page!
• My school email address is..
• jtucker_at_rankin98.org
• I check messages frequently throughout the day.
  If you wish to leave a phone message, please call
  the school 346-3182 and use extension 4102

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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.
  Students will be encouraged to periodically
  select A.R Books.
• BOOK-IT
• BOOK-IT is a national reading activity that is
  available for students in grades K-4. 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. During
  the month of September, we will have a classroom
  Book Challenge to earn a class ice cream party!
  
• SECOND GRADERS WILL READ 15 BOOKS PER MONTH TO
  REACH THEIR GOAL!
• BOOK CLUB ORDERS
• Approximately once a month, students and parents
  will have the opportunity to purchase books
  through book clubs. Order forms will be sent
  home and those interested may place orders. You
  are never obligated to buy!

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Book Breakfast

• Once a month, our class will celebrate reading
  with a Book Breakfast. This will be a special
  morning in which the kids enjoy independent
  reading and tasty breakfast treats. Students may
  invite a person of their choice to attend this
  special event. What a wonderful informal way to
  stop in and support your childs education.
  
• More information will be sent home concerning
  this exciting activity!

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SHOW TELL

• Students enjoy bringing in items that are
  important to them. For this reason, we will have
  official Show Tell on Fridays. Each student
  may have a few minutes to make a presentation and
  answer questions. Please do not allow your child
  to bring toys and other such items to school
  unless it is Show Tell day. If your child is
  wishing to show a pet to the class, please let me
  know and we can make special arrangements.

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CLASS RULES EXPECTATIONS

• Second grade students are required to practice
  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 GEM JAR A REWARD SYSTEM
• I will keep a jar on my desk and each time the
  class exhibits exemplary behavior, a gem will
  be added to the jar. When 50 gems have been
  added to the jar, the students will receive an
  award such as a popcorn, pizza, or movie party,
  or an extra recess!
• What 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
  classroom 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 have a daily mid morning
  snack break. Each month, a SNACK SCHEDULE will
  be sent home. Each student in the class will be
  responsible for providing snack ONE time every
  few weeks. From time to time I will also provide
  snacks for the class.
• The following items are great for sharing during
  snack time.
• Microwave popcorn
• Boxes of cereal
• Pretzels and crackers
• Fruit
• Granola/cereal bars
• Fruit snacks
• 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 1210pm, so snack time
  is an
• important part of our day!

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SPECIAL WEEKLY ACTIVITIES

• Monday Art
• Tuesday/Thursday P.E.
• (dress appropriately please tennis shoes are
  required!)
• Wednesday/Friday Music
• Library Tuesday/Thursday
• Computer lab Tuesday/Thursday

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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!
• If your childs birthday is during a non school
  month, we can celebrate their ½ birthday! (For
  example, if your students birthday is on June
  1st, their ½ birthday would be on December 1st.)

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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!!

1. Come to school everyday.
2. Have your supplies ready.
3. Have your materials organized.
4. Pay attention in class.
5. Follow directions.
6. Ask for help when you need it.
7. Participate in class activities.
8. Complete assignments on time.
9. Follow all school rules.
10. 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 will prove to
  be an exciting time of change as students gain
  knowledge and meet challenges.
• I can easily be reached via email or phone.
  Positive teacher and parent relationships are
  essential for the success of students. ?
• Lets have a SUPER year!
• Mrs. Tucker
• jtucker_at_rankin98.org
• 346.3182 ext. 4102