What to Bring to School

Please send your student with a backpack each day. The only items in the backpack should be the following:

- 2 pocket home communication folder

- current school library books

- headphones (optional)

- reusable water bottle

All other materials will be provided in the classroom.

Please note that backpacks will be stored in the hallway where they are not monitored. Students should not bring toys or other belongings to school unless it is part of a class assignment.

Parent Resources

(Click the blue words to go to the linked resource.)

Back to School Night Slideshow

Math Before Bed: Help your child (and yourself) build a positive math mindset with fun images to discuss each day of the school year!

Virtual Math Manipulatives: If you can't find objects in your home to help your child with math problems, try using these virtual tools.

A Growth Mindset in Math: read these articles for parents, and even take an online course if you are interested!

Article: Why kids should use their fingers in math 

SIGHT WORDS: Your child will work on one or more of these lists throughout the year. These are great for use on your cell phone for anywhere, anytime practice!

• 2nd Grade High Frequency Words: These are the weekly word lists from our Wonders reading curriculum.
  
  
• SIPPS Beginning Level Sight Words (new words added weekly)
  
  
• SIPPS Extension Level Sight Words (new words added weekly)

Standards-based Grading

I have been using standards-based grading for several years now, after reading "Grading for Equity" by Joe Feldman. In this approach, grades are based on evidence of student proficiency, not points earned on an assignment. To learn more, check out the presentation I provided to district teachers in 2021. I will also share more information throughout the year. Please message me on Remind or stop in to visit anytime you have questions or concerns.