Kumon  Center  of  Berryessa  1030  Piedmont  Road,  Suite  G,  San  Jose,  CA  95132    

Instructor:  Cassandra  Hugh  (408)  258-­‐0829       cassandrahugh@ikumon.com  

 August  &  September  2014  Newsletter  

   

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Builds character: Encouraging the routine not only helps with your daily schedule but also teaches children that persistence is rewarding. The “don’t give up” attitude can be practiced and achieved over time. Long term success: The best part of following a long-term study habit is understanding that success is continuously met especially at the higher levels. Children begin to realize that their beginning efforts pay off in the “end” when they are in competitions or are taking exams. Importance of education: Learning is a never-ending process. That habit and that interest to learn are taught when children are young. Showing them the path for a fulfilling adulthood through education and learning is necessary, and it requires us as parents, caregivers and educators to go the distance.

Going the Distance

As summer activities conclude and the new school year begins, both parents and children may face that exciting “fresh start” feeling. Daily schedules become more succinct, and projects, tests and performances become lined up for the year. It’s important to remember consistency at this point. By keeping with long-term activities and habits, commitment is fostered at home. Here are four reasons why long-term studying is beneficial for you: Maintains routine : Most children thrive on consistency in routine. Incorporating daily Kumon worksheets, for instance, allows children to naturally follow the Kumon Program. A short burst of homework or classwork on a consistent basis grasps attention without pressure.

Announcements

Come to the front desk to check out activity books for purchase like the ones below for 1st to 6th grades:

1. Math Word Problems 2. Geometry and Measurement 3. Reading 4. Writing

Berryessa Center will hold a Medal Award Day on Thursday, December 4th, 2014, for all our Honor Roll Students including both Math and Reading subjects. Student who will receive their Honor Roll Certificate in the past months will receive a Gold, Silver or Bronze Medal as a accomplishment award. How does one achieve an Honor Roll Level? Students who are taking a higher level math than their school level are categorized in the Honor Roll Level at Kumon. Here’s an example – If a 2nd grader is at Level C Kumon Math or Level CI or CII Reading, the student is on the Honor Roll (HR) List. You will then be receiving an Honor Roll Medal on Medal Award Day. The information is in your hands now, so let’s work hard to obtain one or two medals for your Holiday inspiration. You can do it!

Mark Your Calendars  The  Center  will  be  closed  on  the  following  days.  Note  that  homework  will  be  pre-­‐distributed.    Aug 11 (Monday) Center Vacation Sept 1 (Monday) Labor Day

 NOTE:  If  you  are  planning  to  go  on  vacation,  please  submit  a  completed  Vacation  Notice  Form  (at  Front  Desk)  so  that  class/homework  can  be  arranged  accordingly.  

Kumon  Center  of  Berryessa  1030  Piedmont  Road,  Suite  G,  San  Jose,  CA  95132    

Instructor:  Cassandra  Hugh  (408)  258-­‐0829       cassandrahugh@ikumon.com  

 August  &  September  2014  Newsletter  

 

 

Overall Goal Comparison • Each standard or learning focus is an extension on previous learning.

• The Kumon Program complements the Common Core Standards. • Kumon fosters in students the skills and confidence to study any school curriculum. • The Common Core pursues raising the minimum standards for all students: Kumon

pursues developing each student’s maximum potential.

Literacy Goal Comparison 1. Reading:

• Critical thinking and comprehension. • Variety of literature such as myths,

nonfiction, autobiographies and Shakespeare.

2. Writing: • Skills needed to summarize and analyze

a text. 3. Language:

• Vocabulary and grammar acquisition. • Phonic elements and foundational skills.

Aims of the Kumon Reading Program • The aim of the Reading Program is to

cultivate a high level of reading ability. • The program is designed to help students

critically read advanced literary texts.

The Common Core English Language Arts include: • Reading: “Close reading” • Writing: Opinion pieces, persuasive

arguments • Speaking & Listening: Discussion exhibiting

comprehension. • Language: Grammar and vocabulary in

writing as well as speaking.

Common Core Defined

What is the Common Core: • Clear expectations for English Language

Arts and Mathematics. • College and career readiness through skill

and knowledge. • Not a national curriculum. • Shared learning goals called “standards.” • Focuses on “the result” rather than “the

means” to get the result. • Consistent standardized testing.

Goals of the Common Core State Standards

1. English Language Arts 2. Mathematics 3. Comparisons

 Kumon and the Common Core

Goals of the Kumon Program • Self-learning • Advancement beyond grade level • Individualization • Aims of math and reading programs

The Common Core Mathematics Standards 1. Kindergarten through 5th Grade

• Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.

• Fractions, decimals, and grading. 2. Middle School

• Geometry, algebra, probability and functions.

3. High School • Mathematics modeling and statistics.

 Aims of the Kumon Math Program • The program is designed to help students

reach Calculus as quickly as possible through self-learning and make the study of high school-level math easy.