Welcome to First Grade!

1. Welcome to First Grade! Located at the back table, please:j 1. Sign in, 2. Sign up for Parent Conferences in November, And, let me know when you can volunteer. We always need parent volunteers! My email is: marjorie.feinberg@smusd.org

2. My Contact Information • Teacher Name: Margie Feinberg • Room: 7 • Email Address: marjorie.feinberg@smusd.org  • Phone Number:(760) 290-2199 ext. 3107

3. A Look at Our Day… Margie Feinberg 2013-14 First Grade Teacher Professional Development Release Time- Monday P.M.

4. Math Standards Trimester 1 • Represent and Interpret Data • Combinations of 10 • Addition and Subtraction to Twenty Trimester 2 • Understanding the Relationship between Addition and Subtraction • Understanding Place Value • Comparing Two-Digit Numbers Trimester 3 • Addition within 100 • Measurement • Geometry • Time

5. Writing Standards • Writing Opinion Pieces • Writing Informative/Explanatory Texts • Writing Narratives • Mastery is expected at the end of the year. • Language • Demonstrate effective use of the English grammar. • Demonstrate correct use of standard English capitalization, punctuation and spelling. • Acquires and uses grade-appropriate vocabulary and topic-specific words and phrases, including precise words which describe action, emotion, and experiences.

6. Reading StandardsIntroducing the Common Core Standards • Learn Phonics Patterns and Sight Words • Develop Comprehension Skills when reading Fiction and Informational Texts • Ask and answer questions about key details in a text • Retell stories to include key details in a text • Read fiction and informational books and know the differences and similarities between the two kinds of texts. 4. Describe the characters, settings, and major events in a story. 5. Compare and contrast the adventures and experiences of characters in stories. • Build a Stronger Vocabulary • Develop Fluency Skills • Read Poetry

7. Social Studies and Science Standards Trimester 1 Citizenship Plants and Animals Habitats Trimester 2 American Symbols and Traditions Weather Patterns and Cycles Trimester 3 Past and Present *Light and Sound (Introducing the Common Core Standards) Liquids, Solids and Gases

8. Weekly Homework Homework consists of: • Individualized math timed practice tests (Panther Facts) • Individualized reading and spelling word club levels • Individualized reading book bags • Reading log • Optional computer games and activities • Spelling dictation sentences Homework is due on Thursdays.

9. Panther Timed Math Tests This is a school –wide math club emphasizing the memorization of math facts. • Lion Cubs- This is a first grade club focusing on addition and subtraction math facts to 20. There are four timed tests in this club. • Tigers Club- This is a second grade club consisting of four timed tests covering addition, subtraction and multiplication facts.

10. 200 Word Club Words This is a first grade individualized reading and spelling program focusing on common sight words. • Our trained parent volunteers run this program. • Your child’s reading and spelling levels will be recorded each week on their homework cover sheet. • For those who enjoy a challenge, we will learn the 400 Word Club words!

11. Individualized Standards Folders-Reading, Writing and Math

12. Important Highlights: • Please send a healthy snack for recess. • Wear comfortable shoes on our P.E. days Mondays, Thursdays, and every other Wednesday. • Homework is importantand make sure it’s returned on Thursdays. • I have duty immediately after school. I can meet with you afterwards by a prearranged appointment. • We will be using iPads in our classroom. I will be attending several district mandatory meetings throughout the year.

13. Classroom Wish List Thank-you in advance for contributing to our classroom! Any donation, big or small is greatly appreciated! • White Xerox Paper • Colored Copy Paper • Ticonderoga Pencils • Pencil Top Erasers • Dry Eraser Markers • Clorox/Lysol Wipes You may also contribute to our school by sending in your Box Tops!

14. Let’s work together!