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Mrs. McKiernan's 2nd Grade Class Overview

Welcome to 2nd Grade! Discover our daily schedule, supply lists, curriculum, expectations, homework, and more. Get to know Mrs. McKiernan and find out about our engaging projects and volunteer opportunities.

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Mrs. McKiernan's 2nd Grade Class Overview

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  1. Welcome to 2nd Grade! 2018-2019

  2. Overview • Who is Mrs. McKiernan? • Daily Schedule • Supply List • Big Ideas in ELA, Writing, Math, Science, and Social Studies • Expectations • Homework • Home Study Information • Academy Projects • Volunteers • Parent & Teacher Communication • Q & A

  3. All About Me!

  4. My name is Mrs. McKiernan • Born and raised in Florida • Graduated from the University of Florida with a B.S. in Psychology and a M.A. in Elementary Education • Teaching for the past 8 years • Lived in San Diego now for 2 years with my husband, Connor • 5 year old Lab mix, Sadie • Love to travel, try new restaurants, and explore the city!

  5. Daily Schedule

  6. 8:30-9:00 Dropoff 9:00-9:10 Arrival 9:10-9:15 Morning Meeting 9:15-10:00 Writer’s Workshop 10:00-10:20 Snack/Recess 10:20-11:50 Reading/Centers 11:50-12:00 Brain Break 12:00-12:30 Lunch 12:30-2:00 Math 2:00-2:15 Afternoon Recess 2:15-2:45 Science/Social Studies 2:45-3:00 Pack & Stack 3:00-3:30 Dismissal *P.E. and Art to begin soon!

  7. Supply Lists

  8. Individual Supplies • One backpack • One lunchbox • A reusable water bottle • $5-10 classroom donation

  9. Community Supplies • Glue sticks, glue sticks, and MORE glue sticks! • Black dry erase markers (thin) • Crayons • Tissues • Hand sanitizer • Lysol wipes • Baby wipes • Treasure box items

  10. Academy Supplies • Hand soap • Individual packages of snacks

  11. Year At A Glance

  12. English Language Arts • Literature & Informational text (key ideas and details, structure, level of text complexity, integration of knowledge) • Foundational Skills: phonics and word recognition • Listening and Speaking Skills • Conventions of Standard English • Vocabulary

  13. Writing • Types • Narrative • Opinion • Informational • Poetry • Letter Writing • Writing Process • Journaling & Sharing

  14. Math • Operations in Algebraic Thinking: addition/subtraction; comparing numbers • Numbers and Operations in Base Ten: place value • Measurement/Data: measuring/estimating, telling time, money, interpreting data • Geometry: shapes and their attributes; how to partition a shape equally

  15. Science • Properties of Matter • Relationships in Ecosystems • Earth’s Systems

  16. Social Studies • Long Ago, Yesterday, and Today • Map Skills • Governmental Institutions and Practices (US and elsewhere) • Basic Economic Concepts (supply and demand) • Cultural Diversity and Holidays • Community Helpers • Understanding the importance of individual action and character- how heroes have influenced others

  17. Expectations

  18. Want to create a respectful and productive learning environment • Create rules as a whole group the first week of school • Character Trait Books • Positive reinforcement to promote positive behavior • Treasure Box tickets • Free choice center time

  19. Please be sure to review the Parent Handbook, available on our website, to familiarize yourself with the policies and procedures about: • The Discipline Policy • The School Rules • Celebrations/Birthday Parties • And More! http://iclm.juliancharterschool.org/

  20. Homework

  21. Read for at least 20 minutes each night • Set a reading goal that is realistic and celebrate them! • Reading Log in folder (and on website) • Spelling list • Suggestions for practicing on website • Math lesson • Parent tips will be sent home for each module (videos available on website) Homework is due the following Monday!

  22. Home Study

  23. Every Friday, plus some others… • Sent home on Monday and due the following Monday (reading, math, spelling) • Differentiated assignments in ELA/Math if needed • Encourage experiential learning

  24. Academy Projects

  25. JCS Project Week: January • Art Showcase: April

  26. Academy Events

  27. More information coming soon…

  28. Field Trips

  29. Here are some options for this school year: • Pumpkin Patch, LegoLand, The Old Globe Theater, The Living Coast Discovery Center, Reuben H. Fleet Center, San Diego Zoo, Pen Pal Meet and Greet Any other suggestions???

  30. Volunteers

  31. I will begin asking for volunteers once our routines and procedures are firmly in place through SignUp Genius… • Several options: • prepare materials (copy, cutting, pasting, etc.) • working with a small group of students • teach a lesson • field trips • special event • art & music docents!!!

  32. Communication

  33. Communication Folder • To and from school everyday! Includes: • Monthly Calendar (upcoming events, behavior notes, resources, etc.) • Academy (619) 303-4344 • Email: lambrose@juliancharterschool.org • Most efficient way to contact me • Website: http://iclm.juliancharterschool.org/2nd-grade.html

  34. Any questions?

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