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to our 5th & 6th Grade
Meet the Teacher Night
We’re so glad you’re here!
Language Arts Teachers
Ms. Doglio
English/RtI Reading
Spelling, Grammar
Mrs. Behrent
Reading/Vocabulary/RtI
ISAT Rdg. Response
4 More 5th & 6th Grade Teachers
Mrs. Sitze
Social Studies
Mrs. Speiser
Science & P.E.
Check-in/Check-out
Mrs. Nelson
Math/RtI
Mrs. Weller
P.E.
Test are worth a 100 points/100%.
Test corrections are due back the next day
and count as a homework assignment.
5th Grade
TEST
45%
Homework 55%
Grade Total
100%
TEST
30%
Homework 45%
Maps
25%
Grade Total
100%
6th Grade
TESTS – 5 correct on Extra Credit
will earn the ability to do
corrections.
Helpful Hint: Do all the Extra Credit.
Test corrections earn
½ point for each correct answer.
Reminder: A student MUST pass
Math for the year in order to
proceed to the next grade.
READING
Homework =35% of Grade
Reading Workbook
Comprehension & Word Study Sheets
Reading Projects
Wordskills Vocabulary Workbook
Tests =45% of Grade
Selection Tests & Unit Tests
Teacher-made Tests
Accelerated Reader=20% of Grade
Read Books within Reading Range
Goal is Assigned Each Quarter
Comprehension Goal is Always 85%
At-home Reading Log Signed Weekly or Late Assignment Incurrs.
REMINDER: Reading students must pass for the year in
order to be promoted to the next grade.
• Vocabulary is figured into the
grade.
• Students in 5th and 6th grade use the same
vocabulary book. Units
are completed in
; units
are covered in
.
• Practice flashcards & activities can be found
on the school website:
Pawnee CUSD 11 - 5th Grade Vocabulary
Pawnee CUSD 11 - 6th Grade Vocabulary
At Least 3 Days Advance Notice
Be ready for an occasional pop quiz.
Sign Tests & Daily Work when you see a:
line.
*Generally, daily papers will not require a parent signature, unless it
is a skill I want you to go over/review with your child.
You can begin practicing for the test now at
http://www.studystack.com/flashcard-455599
The test you print will be exactly like the one you can access
online, however, terms will be in a random order.
Figured into the English Grade
Tests: Taken in Computer Class Value: 100 pts.
Your child’s Computer Day is also his/her Spelling Test Day.
Worksheet: Due Day After it is Received Value-10 pts.
Must be in Cursive
2 Yearly Lists Provided: 1 for Expandable Folder, 1 for Home
You will find our Spelling Lists and links to Spelling City on the 5th/6th
grade Home Page of the School Website.
Instructions on how to link directly to Spelling City: www.spellingcity.com
1) Click Find a List tab at the top of the page.
2) Type doglio in the Search box, click Search, then click on Diana Doglio
3) 5th grade lists are displayed
4) 6th grade, scroll to bottom of page, & click Ms. Doglio 6th Grade to access lists.
There is also a link on the 5th/6th Grade Home Page of the School Website.
P.E Information
Gym Shoes
No Gym Shoes=No Participation= ZERO for the day
5 No Shoe Days per Quarter=Grade Drops 1 LETTER
Shoes must also be tied properly before entering the gym.
Sit-Outs for Injuries or Illness
Students may be excused from P.E. participation
up to 3 days on a parent’s note.
After the 3rd day, a DOCTOR’S note will be required.
If a student does not participate due to a
note, they CANNOT participate at RECESS.
Check the Assignment Book Daily
Check SDS for Grades each Friday
Clean Expandable Folders Weekly: Get Rid of Old Papers
Midterm Dates
September 14
November 21
February
8
April
19
End of Quarter
1st Q. October 19
2nd Q. December 21
3rd Q. March 15
4th Q. May 24
*Midterm grades are online.
A slip to verify that you either check grades online or need a
paper copy, needs to be signed & returned the 1 st quarter.
*Report cards will be sent home quarterly with your child.
Sign & Return slip included to verify you have seen the report.
ATTENDANCE
1. Call the school between 7:30-10:00 and leave a message.
625-2231
2. If no phone call is received, your child must bring a written
excuse. Include: date, student name, grade, parent
signature, and reason for absence.
3. If no call is made & no note is received, the absence is
Unexcused.
Doctor, Dentist & Ortho. Appts.
Best Time Frame to schedule:
Leave at or after: 10:50 Back by 1:00
March 4-15, 2013
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No Vacations
Excused on
These Dates
Dr. appointments
& family trips will
be unexcused.
However, please
do not send your
child to school sick.
After 10 excused absences, a doctor’s note will
be needed to verify that your child was ill.
The note must be from the doctor,
counselor, dentist, or orthodontist.
It must be on office letterhead and include
the date/time of appointment.
*If the student is not at school by noon, s/he
will NOT be able to be a spectator or participant
at any extra-curricular school activities.
. . . you
need to call to
request assignments.
Upon return from illness, students are allowed one day
for each day they are absent from school
to complete work.
If a student collects
homework assignments prior to a planned vacation
or absence, the work is due the day the student returns to school.
5th
It is our philosophy that to be successful, students must be responsible for
completing homework and be prepared for quizzes/tests.
A Study Hall is scheduled daily, but students are expected to finish
assignments and study for tests at home.
We reserve the right to keep students in at recess
and/or specials (except P.E.) for extra assistance.
DETENTIONS
Late assignments are documented daily on index cards.
After each quarter, new cards are made; each student begins with a clean slate.
Parents are contacted if late assignments becoming an issue.
Late assignments are also listed on SDS.
5 Late assignments per homeroom/per quarter = 30 min. detention
10 late assignments = 1 hr. detention
15 late assignments = 1 ½ hr. detention
20 late assignments = 2 hr. detention
Beyond 20 late assignments = Saturday Detention
Detentions are served on Tuesdays after school with a 5th or 6th grade teacher. Travel
arrangements should be made by parents. Saturday detentions are assigned by Mrs.
Cline. Detentions will start after Labor Day.
All detentions must be signed.
Detentions may also be given for behavior issues also.
Time limits/consequences will vary, depending on the severity of the action.
Encouraging Rewards
Each Friday, a recess will be given to those who have not had any
late assignments all week. Check out our Late Assignment Article.
No Late
Assignments
for Quarter!
Little Italy’s Pizza & dessert
is ordered for lunch at
school. Students need to
bring their own money: Cost
is around $3.00 + Drink.
A certificate is sent home
explaining the details.
Stay Informed: Use the School Website
Find the 5th & 6th Grade Homepage: Teacher Websites Tab, 5th/6th Gr. Information
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English 5th
English 6th
Writing
Spelling
Spelling City 5th
Spelling City 6th
Vocabulary 5th
Vocabulary 6th
Reading
Math Notes
First in Math
Science
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Links: Check Out
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Classroom Management
Grading Scale
Character Traits
Discovery Education
Xtra Math
Reading Activities
Staff Directory
PTO
Pawnee School is a
Bully Free Zone
Informational Article
GS Handbook
Pawnee School Management Plan
Expectations
Enforcement
9 Things Teachers Hope Parents Know
1. Don’t be a stranger!
Talk to your child’s teacher early and often. All teachers have a phone and and
extension for messages. (the best way)
2. Learning doesn’t stop at 3:15.
Encourage your child to show you something that they are working on at school.
Every time your child gets the chance to show off what he knows, he builds
confidence.
3. Stay involved – even when you don’t know the material.
Just knowing a parent is paying attention can be very motivating for a student.
4. Keep your child organized.
Have your child empty their backpack everyday. Keep plenty of supplies on hand.
Kids run out of paper and pencils frequently.
5. Let your child make mistakes.
Teachers don’t want perfect students, they want students who try hard.
Sometimes parents get caught up in thinking that every assignment has to be done
exactly right, and they put too much pressure on their child. It’s OK for kids to get
some problems wrong. It’s important for us to see what students don’t know so
that we can go over the material again.
6. Raise a good reader.
Even if your child is not a natural bookworm, encourage him to love literature. Reading
aloud can expand his vocabulary.
7. Teaching isn’t easy.
We have good days and bad days just like every human. We can make mistakes too.
Volunteering is a way of showing your support, even if you have time to help out once a
year. It show your child – and his teacher- that you really care about his education.
8. The teacher is on your side – give her the benefit of the doubt.
If there is an issue between your child and a teacher, don’t automatically run to the
principal behind the teacher’s back. Certain situations that involve a child’s safety do
merit a meeting with the head of school, but otherwise going over the teacher’s head
signals a lack of respect. When you can’t agree on a solution, set up a meeting with the
teacher and the principal, who can help work things out. Always go to the teacher first.
9. There is a secret to better grades.
• Converse daily with your child to show interest in their school work.
• Inform the teachers of any issues that the child has confided in, for example, bullying,
struggling with the schedule, health issues, etc.
• Constantly check the schoolwebsite to keep ahead on assignments, grades and
upcoming projects.
• If your child is having a tough time in a particular class, don’t swoop in and try to make
things right.
• Encourage your child to meet with his teacher to resolve the problem on his own.
Thanks for viewing our presentation.
Feel free to contact us with any additional
questions you might have.
We’re looking forward to working with you and
your child this year.
The End