Newton Rayzor Elementary Back to School Night 2010-11

Newton Rayzor
Elementary
Back to School Night
2010-11
Newton Rayzor Elementary School…
Cultivating
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An International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme School.
Presentation Contents
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School vision and mission statement
What is IB?
About me
Class schedule
Supplies needed this year
Specials Programs
Field Trips/ 5th Grade Camp
Classroom management
Grading and Homework policy
Support services offered at Newton Rayzor
General Information
Newton Rayzor Elementary
School Vision Statement
Newton Rayzor Elementary aims to equip and
inspire all students to become intrinsically
motivated learners who demonstrate intercultural
understanding and respect, and who are active
participants in our global society.
Newton Rayzor Elementary
Mission Statements
Newton Rayzor Elementary will meet the needs of every student by:
 Creating partnerships with families, businesses, and other community
entities;
 Encouraging the holistic development of all children in an enriching yet
rigorous educational atmosphere;
 Providing differentiated instruction and using inquiry-based teaching
methods;
 Fostering open-mindedness and a respect for others; and
 Modeling service to others and empowering students to take action.
What is IB PYP?
• For students ages 3 to 12
• Focuses on the development of the child
through inquiry
• Encourages international-mindedness
• Reflects real life by linking learning beyond
the classroom
• Prepares students to be active participants in
lifelong learning
Cultivating
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Above all, in summary, a PYP
classroom is an intelligent
place. It is a place where
the easy option is seldom
sought and where
expectations are high. It
is an environment in
which learning knows no
limits.”
Making the PYP Happen,
2007
For more information:
www.ibo.org
Support Services Offered at Newton
Rayzor Elementary School
Inclusion Teachers - Mrs. Nahhas, Mrs. Davis, Mrs.Gatlin
Expo - Ms. Boodt
Nurse – Nurse Nan
Reading Recovery Teachers - Mrs. Strong, Mrs. Leininger, Mrs. Hanby (Spanish)
Reading Specialist - Mrs. Mc Williams
ESL Teacher - Mrs. Servello
Counselor - Mrs. Horsch
Speech Teachers - Mrs. MacMillan (Spanish)
Mrs. Thompson
Librarian - Mrs. Marsh
Dyslexia Teacher – Mrs. Kirkland
CIS Coach – Mrs. Morris-Miller
Psychologist - Mrs. Lyman
Diagnostician – Mr. Weidenbach
IB Coordinator – Mrs. Bowman
General Information
 PTA needs you – become a member today and get
involved
 School hours – 7:35 to 2:50 pm. We do not offer
supervision after 2:50 PM
 See our handouts: read Newton Rayzor Family
Handbook; sign off on DISD Student Handbook and
Student Code of Conduct Book (may have others
later)
About Me
 My husband
 Tracey
 My children
 Katrina, Billy and
Ashleigh
 Our pets
 Cat, Bubba
 I like to read, be
involved with my
church, spend time with
my family
 I have been teaching
school for 13 years, this
is my 7th year at
Newton Rayzor.
5th Grade Team
Mrs. Gaston
Mrs. Langhorne
Mrs. Nahhas- inclusion
Mrs. Naylor
Mr. Robles
Mrs. Watson
Mrs. Crawford
(paraprofessional)
Mrs. Gaines
(paraprofessional)
Class Schedule
7:35-7:50 Morning Routines
7:50 Leave for Specials
7:55-8:40 Special Areas
8:40-9:55 Math
9:55-11:15 Reading/Inquiry
11:15-12:30 Science
12:30-1:00 Lunch
1:00-1:15 Recess
1:15-2:10 Social Studies/Inquiry
2:10-2:45 Prime Time
2:45-2:50 Prepare for Dismissal
2:50 Dismissal
This schedule is subject to
change over the first couple
of weeks, if needed to
accommodate individual
needs.
Classroom Management
 Students are expected to exhibit and practice the profiles of the
PYP at all times at school.
 Tickets are given out for various things (being on task, doing
something the first time asked, following directions etc.), the
tickets go in a jar and on Fridays, I draw names out. The
students will get to play Rayzor-opoly and get prizes.
 Discipline needs are handled on an individual basis. Students
will be asked to write a reflection of the situation and an action
plan to prevent it from occurring again. Parents will be
contacted as needed.
Grading Policy
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Students may stay in for study hall to complete any unfinished work or
complete it for home work.
Students may stay in during study hall to redo any missing work within
the 5 day period.
Any work that receives a grade less than what the student wants may
be correct resubmitted for a higher grade. It is the responsibility of the
student to decide to correct work and resubmit it for a higher grade.
Homework Policy
 Homework Monday-Thursday, 20 minutes of
reading.
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Students will be given a reading log that will be completed and turned
in.
There will be Math, Science and Social Studies homework as needed.
If students need more practice on a concept, homework may be sent
home. If class work is not completed then it should be finished at
home or during study hall. Your child’s agenda can be looked at to
check for homework; it will be noted in there.
Classroom Supplies
Needed This Year:
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3 composition books (no spirals)
36 #2 pencils
2 packages of notebook paper
1 boxes crayons
1 box 12 map pencils
2 boxes crayola markers
1 pair scissors
6 glue sticks
1 bottle liquid glue
2 boxes Kleenex
1 box Ziploc gallon baggies
1 box Ziploc quart baggies
1 package 4 expo dry erase markers
See List for additional notes
about supplies
Specials
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Art
Music
World Language
PE
Our class will be split up for Specials and
Orchestra has a completely different schedule.
Please see Ann Boodt in room 58
Thursday evening 7:00-7:30
if you have questions about the
Denton ISD Gifted and Talented
Program.
Field Trips
 We have lots of fun field trips planned for this
year!
 We attend the orchestra at UNT.
 We visit TWU where students experience college
for a day.
 We spend a week at Camp Grady Spruce for
outdoor Science Education.
 Students have a 5th grade day at the end of the
year.
5th Grade Camp
 Cost $175
 Payments are due as follows: $50 deposit on Sept.
15th , $25 on Oct 15, Nov. 15, Dec. 15, Jan. 15, Feb. 15.
 We will have fundraisers to help cover the extra
expenses for camp (buses, supplies, parent
chaperones).
 We need parent chaperones, if you can attend
please let me know.
 Dates: March 8-11
Snacks
 Students are allowed to have a balanced snack. They may
either bring their own snack or purchase one from 5th grade
teachers for 50 cents. If the snack isn’t a balanced one, they
will be asked to put it up. Only water is allowed during snack.
 Examples of balanced snacks: yogurt, animal crackers,
granola bars, fruit, cheese, cheese-its, fruit snacks
 Non-balanced snacks: candy, chips, snack cakes,
anything else that is full of sugar.
How can you help out this
year!
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Colored printing as needed.
Cut our laminated things.
Stuff Wednesday envelopes
Read to the class
Class Wish List
 Sharpie markers
 Post It Notes
 Board Games--new or gently used (Blokus, Chess,
Scrabble)
 Decks of cards
How to Contact Me…
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 369-3700
Our class web page is another source of
information for you. Please visit this site
often for up to date information.