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Welcome Parents!
To Mrs. Patino’s first grade bilingual
class!Please find your child’s name on the left hand side of the desk!
Make sure you sign in for volunteer hours! (The paper is on
the computer table)
Meet the TeacherFIU GraduateBS in Early Childhood EducationMS in Curriculum DevelopmentNinth year teaching at MGAMom to 6-month old baby boyLove teaching!
Teacher’s Websitehttp://
www.matergardens.com/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=426811&type=u
There you can see:Class newsHomeworkSpelling and Vocabulary wordsHigh-frequency wordsOther
Parental InvolvementCollaboration between parent and teacher = better educational opportunity for students.
Parental monitoring of student work helps keep students on task.
It contributes to student success!
Class MessengerBe informed on class news and events!
Download App or go to www.ClassMessenger.com
Register as New UserSelect “Join a Class”Enter Class Code: P3KDP9Enter your informationClick Submit!
For Parent CommitteeClass Code: Q3D7XH
Student deskStudents will share their desk with
another student. Students are to put their things on the
side of the desk that their name is on.
Mrs. Patino Mrs. Vasquez
Mrs. Patino’s things
Mrs. Vasquez’s things
Example:
Classroom Rules1) Arrive to class prepared and on time.
2) Follow directions.3) Complete work on time.4) Raise your hand to speak.5) Do not speak while others are speaking.
6) Keep your hands and feet to yourself.
How will you know how your child behaved for the day?
At the end of the day:If they behaved, they will get a point on Class Dojo.
If they did not behave, they will not get a point on Class Dojo.
What happens if they break a rule?
First time: I will give them a first warning.
Second time: I will give them a second warning.
Third time: I will take away a point on Class Dojo.
What if they behave good all week?
If your child gets a point for each day, they get to go to the Treasure Chest at the end of the week!
They ONLY get to go if they get a point for each day of the week!
Classroom EconomyTeaches financial responsibilityStudents earn classroom currency that is used
to pay classroom bills and earn rewardsEach student in the class will have a job for 2
weeks (jobs will rotate every 2 weeks)Students will get paid “Reward Dollars” at end
of 2 weeks $4 if they did their job and behaved (points on Class Dojo) $2 if they did their job but did not behave $0 if they did not do their job and did not behave $2 for each week if they completed ALL homework $1 for each weed if they partially completed homework $0 for each week if they did not submit homework Bonus dollars will be given for outstanding behavior/character/academic
performance Dollars will be taken away for negative behavior, including failure to comply
with school uniform
Classroom Economy (cont.)
Students will pay $5 rent to teacher If student cannot afford to pay rent, he/she will not be able to participate in coupon purchase
They can buy “affordable” coupons with remaining money or save for higher-priced couponsCoupons include
Write with a pen for the day Sit at the teacher’s desk No homework for one day Bring a toy to school
What do I do if I have an issue/concern?
Contact Ms. Lola or myself firstIf not satisfied, contact leadership team
but please CC us, as administration will contact us anyway.
Grading Scale90%-100% A Outstanding
Progress80%-89% B Above Average
Progress70%-79% C Average Progress60%-69% D Lowest Acceptable
Progress0%-59% F Failure0% I Incomplete
How do students use the bathroom?
We go as a classThey raise number 1
A “yes” nod means they can goA “no” nod means they cannot
What do students do if they need a new pencil?
They raise number 2A “yes” nod means they can stand up and put their pencil in the “Dull” blue bucket and take a new one from the “Sharp” green bucket.
No sharpeners are allowed!They must put a pencil INbefore they can take one OUT!
What do they do if they finish their work?
They can read a book from the Reading Corner.Take a Book Report from the Blank tray and put it in the Complete tray when you finish.
They have all week to work on it!At the end of the week, they will get a treat for each correctly completed book report!
Classroom SuppliesStudents are responsible for having
their own supplies AT ALL TIMES! They will have to pay reward dollars for supplies borrowed from teacher! crayons scissors glue stick eraser(s)
AttendanceIt is important for students to be in
school on time EVERY DAY! If not, it is considered a tardy.
If students are absent they must bring a note so that their absence is EXCUSED. If not, it will be UNEXCUSED.
3 unexcused absences will result in a referral!
10 tardies will result in a referral!Every learning opportunity counts!
Arrival/DismissalSchool begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Students that arrive before 8:15 a.m. are to report to the Cafeteria
Students will be picked up at 8:15 a.m. from the Cafeteria by their teacher
Students will be dismissed at 3:00 p.m. (2:00 p.m. on Wednesdays) Gate will not be opened prior to this time
Students WILL NOT BE ALLOWED to go home with someone that is not on the contact card
After Care and Bus students will be taken to their location by a teacher
Only Excused Absences
Student illnessDeath in familyMedical appointmentObservance of a religious holiday (when it is
mandated for all members of faith to observe holiday)
School-sponsored event or activityEducational or enrichment activity that is
not sponsored event (must be approved)Other individual student absence beyond
control of parent or student, as approved by the principal
HomeworkHomework newsletters will be passed
out on the first day of the week.Homework is to be completed on lined
paper at home and stapled to the back of the newsletter.
It will be collected on the last day of the week.
Homework and newsletter will ALWAYS be posted on my website!
Homework (cont.)Homework reinforces what is done in
class.Parents should supervise and help
students complete homework.Reading is an important part of home
learning!
Homework FolderThis is what goes in the homework
folder: Homework Anything to be taken home Anything from home
Homework Folder
Volunteer HoursParents are to complete 30 volunteer hours per student (15 for each additional child) by the end of the school year.Field tripsHelping out in the classroomClass donationsParticipating in school activitiesOther opportunities provided by Mater Gardens
Academy
Please remember to send me your receipts with your child’s name on them or you cannot be granted hours!
Uniform PolicyIt is mandatory for students to wear their uniform
every day.Uniform is stated in Parent Contract.How to order: Place order online on Mater Gardens
Website under Parents-Make a Payment; distributed on Tuesdays to students.
Pants and shoes must follow code Process: note home, referral
On Fridays, students may wear jeans if they bring $1.00
BirthdaysWill be celebrated last Friday of the
month for all students having birthdays that month
Last half hour of the dayParents coordinate who brings what
Classroom Expectations: Reading/Language Arts
Key Details Comprehension Strategy:
Visualize Ask and Answer Questions
Genre: Realistic Fiction Fantasy Non-fiction Play and Non-fiction
Character, Setting, Events Comprehension Strategy:
Make and Confirm Predictions Genre:
Realistic Fiction
Classroom Expectations: Writing
Set up Writer’s NotebookFocus: Sentences
Opinion Informative
Personal NarrativeDescriptive Sentences About a PlaceDescriptive Sentences About an AnimalStories
Classroom Expectations: Social Studies
Rules at Home, School, CommunityQualities of a Good CitizenConflict ResolutionSymbols of Our CountryHistoryPast and PresentAmerican HeroesMap SkillsMaps and GlobesLocation and EnvironmentGoods and ServicesBarter vs. MoneyBuyers, Sellers, and ProducersMaking Economic Choices
Award Criteria Perfect attendance
No absences in entire marking period (nine weeks) Principal’s Honor Roll
Academic average: 4.0 (All A’s) Effort Grades: All 1’s Conduct Average: 4.0 (All A’s)
High Honor Roll: Must have met Principal’s Honor Roll for at least 2 quarters (might have missed A in one subject) Academic Average: 3.6 Effort Grades: All 1’s and 2’s Conduct Average: 3.6 (All A’s and B’s)
Regular Honor Roll Academic Average: 3.50-3.59 (All A’s and B’s) Effort Grades: All 1’s and 2’s Conduct Average: 3.0 and Higher (All A’s and B’s)
Citizenship Award Can be given to more than one student for following rules/respecting others Effort Grades: All 1’s Conduct Average: 4.0 (All A’s) No more than 5 tardies within a grading period
Computer Achievement Computer Whiz Best computer operator Completed most in: IXL, REFLEX, FCAT FOCUS, LEXIA
B.U.B. Certificate Bringing up grades throughout school year Incredible growth Hard work
Award Criteria (cont.)
Golden Apple Certificate Runner up to Best All Around
Extra Effort (mini-certificate) Runner up to Most Improved: 2nd hardest working
Reading Genres Certificate Most points in AR Voracious reader
Spelling Certificate Excellent work in spelling
Writing (mini-certificate) Wonderful stories Creative writer
Handwriting Achievement Neatness Beautiful handwriting
Best All Around Great work all year long
School Spirit Always participated in school events (dressed up, etc.)
Office/Library Recognition Award Excel at library/office duties
Competition Award Students who participated in competitions throughout the year
MGA Parent Committee
First General MeetingTuesday, September 22,
2015@ Cafeteria
6:00 p.m. (snacks)6:30 p.m. (meeting)
- Open to everyone-- Earn Volunteer Time-
Executive Board
Ileana Valle, Finance Chair
Shantall Vega, Social Chair
Alina Garcia, Publicity Chair
Marilyn Escobar, Fundraising Chair
Maria Perez, Hospitality Chair
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SubcommitteesAsk Your Teacher For An Application
Shantall VegaSocial Chair
Marilyn Escobar
Fundraising Chair
Fundraising SC Homeroom Rep. SCFundraising Subcommittee is looking for MGA Parents who own a business.
Learn how you can promote your company, get volunteer hours, network with the community and help your child’s school.
Turn in your application to your child’s teacher by September 10, 2015
Every classroom needs a Homeroom Representative to assist with:
Box Tops Classroom activities/parties MGA fundraising events General & Class Communication Etc.
This is a great way to make volunteer hours and be active in your child’s school.
Turn in your application to your child’s teacher by September 10, 2015
*Interested parents should be flexible & available
Contact InformationE-mail address:
[email protected]: http://
www.matergardens.com/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=426811&type=u
School phone number: (305) 512-9775Principal Lourdes Isla:
Final RemindersCopy paper donationTreasure box treatsCandy/snacksAgendaBox TopsPTO sign-upParent committeesPortal: check gradesAwards criteria (letter sent home)Required papersStudent portfolio suppliesExtra journal: Science JournalReceipts for donations (Clorox Wipes)How your child goes home sheetSign-in sheet-1 volunteer hourChoose time slot for individual conferences Sept. 14th
For ConferencesPlease see conference sign-up sheet for
any personal issues you would like to discuss
A message from Mrs. Patino…
I am very excited to meet all of you! I know we will have a great school year! Remember to ALWAYS believe in your child’s abilities!
