Here is some important information to use throughout the year. Please take the time to read these directions carefully so we all know exactly what to expect this coming year.
ABSENCES - ATTENDANCE Students must arrive to class by 8:15 AM.
If your child is sick or must be absent for , send an email to the school ( [email protected] ) AND Mme Ivy
([email protected] ).
Absences may be excused for the following reasons: illness/medical appointments/ quarantine/death in the family/ educational opportunities/ observance of religious holidays.
BEHAVIOR - Behavior affects the entire school day. If behavior is out of control, then it makes learning difficult for everyone. We use a 3 color system in our classrooms as well as a point system from the platform Class Dojo.
The colors are as follows:
Green: Good behavior throughout the day.
Yellow: Warning and re-assigned seating and loss of privileges.
Red: Repetitive and overly aggressive and/ or defiant behavior/ or language towards self or others: the student is re- directed to the counselor or assistant principal's office. The teacher calls home.
Appropriate behavior is always expected.
We acknowledge above and beyond behavior (helping a friend or the teacher without being asked, solving a problem on your own, etc... ) with praises, assignment of important classroom duties, or visits to designated incentive areas.
Active participation in French is rewarded with Class Dojo points which can be redeemed for special prizes.
A great week always ends with a visit to the treasure box!
BEHAVIOR BOOKLET– Everyday, the behavior booklet will be placed in the Communication Folder. Please, look at the booklet, daily, as it will indicate the color your child was on that entire day, then SIGN and return it to the Communication Folder.
BIRTHDAYS - We love to celebrate all of our students’ special day. You may send store-bought mini-cupcakes or cookies for the children which will be distributed during snack time. Birthday invitations can be distributed at school as long as the teacher is notified first, and can discreetly place the invitations in the guests' respective Communication Folder. Understand that children’s feelings can get easily hurt when/ if they realize they have been left out.
CHANGE OF CLOTHES - In Kindergarten, children occasionally have "accidents". Please provide a complete change of clothes: a uniform shirt, uniform pants or skirt, socks and 2 pairs of underwear. Keep in mind seasonal changes and growth spurts!
CLASSROOM RULES - 1. Listen when someone else is talking.
2. Raise your hand for permission to speak and WAIT for your turn.
3. Follow directions QUICKLY: Be RESPONSIBLE.
4. Be KIND to yourself, your teacher, your classmates and the classroom material.
5. Participate with your mouth and body: Repeat, Use your "hand-action words", Speak and Sing in French.
CLUBS (WHEN APPLICABLE) - Please communicate the name and start /end date of your child's club. NOTE: If your child is unable to remember about his after-school club, then he is obviously too young to attend. Please, wait until the second semester to enroll your child in any club, so your child has time to become familiar with school routines.
COMMUNICATION FOLDER - Everyday, red folders will be sent out to families with important information.
Check the folder, daily, and return it to school.
There are two Pockets: "Keep at Home" and "Return to School". Please read and keep all the documents left in the "Keep at Home" portion of the folder. This compartment should be emptied every night.
Any booklets or documents left in the "Return to School" pocket, must be reviewed and signed by a parent, every night. The documents include the Behavior Chart, the Reading folder, homework and any school related document needing a signature.
DAILY SCHEDULE - HERE
DISMISSAL – It is VERY important to let us know about ANY change in the way your child is dismissed. Changes of transportation must be communicated in WRITING, or by EMAIL to the office before 1:00 PM [email protected]
Early dismissal must occur by 1:30 PM. IMPORTANT: When notifying the office of a change of transportation, via email, provide your name and phone number so that the office staff may verify your identity and / or ask you additional questions. Be prepared to show proper identification to the office staff when you pick up your child.
ESPANOL - Utilice the Traductor de Google.
EMERGENCIES - If your child is injured at school, you will be contacted by the school nurse or office secretary. It is very important that you keep your contact phone numbers up to date so we can reach you.
EMAIL- This is my main form of contacts with families. Contact me at: [email protected]
FREE BREAKFAST - Your children are encouraged to eat breakfast when being dropped off from the bus or their car. Note to Carpool Riders: students must be dropped off by 7:45 am so they have ample time to eat their breakfast and walk to their class.
FRENCH - While we establish our routines, the language used in class will be predominantly English but will quickly change to FRENCH. By the end of the Kindergarten year, students should be able to follow and give simple directions in French, sing French songs, write simple sentences, and decipher easy readers. Every student will be expected to repeat phrases (beginning of school) and be able to describe simple situations, answer or make requests in French (end of school year).
GRADING POLICY - Developing - Does not yet meet Kindergarten Grade Level Expectations. Needs intensive academic intervention support.
Progressing - Inconsistently meets Kindergarten Grade Level Expectations. Needs some academic support.
Mastery - Meets Kindergarten Grade Level Expectations.
Exemplary - Demonstrates advanced application of grade-level standards. Exceeds Kindergarten Grade Level Expectations.
Each quarter, students will be assessed in French Literacy, Math, Social Studies and Science. The assessments will include informal observations, as well as formal tests.
HOMEWORK - The main homework activity is to read. After the first quarter students will receive a weekly homework packet. Homework, including reading, should not last more than 20 minutes every day. It is important for your child to complete his /her daily practice assignment and return daily homework in the communication folder. Homework will be checked daily.
ILLNESS - Students should not return to school until they have been fever / vomit-free for 24 hours, WITHOUT the use of medication.
If diagnosed with/ showing any symptoms of illness (vomiting, diarrhea, fever, etc...) student should not return to school until fever-free and symptom-free WITHOUT the use of any medication.
INDEPENDENCE – Kindergartners are encouraged to become independent very quickly. You can help them by practicing finding their class during Open House. NOTE: Independence Day: Monday, September 11th: all students walk to classes unaccompanied.
INSTRUCTIONAL HOURS - Instructions begins at 8:15 AM and ends at 3:00 PM. Students must be in class and ready to learn by 8:15 AM. Plan to drop off your child by 7:55 AM - or earlier, if eating breakfast in the cafeteria- to allow them time to walk to class and put up their belongings.
IMMUNIZATIONS – Kindergartners must have an up-to-date immunization record. Please contact the school nurse if you received a notification of non-compliance.
IMPORTANT SCHOOL DOCUMENTS -
Code of Conduct
KINDERGARTEN CURRICULUM - Curriculum
KINDERGARTEN ASSESSMENTS - Assessments
KINDERGARTEN ENGLISH RESOURCES - Resources
LUNCH MONEY - Please, pre-pay for school lunch meals at Paypam . Please, do NOT give loose change to your child as it can be easily lost.
NEWSLETTER – An updated newsletter will be emailed ever Sunday.
QUICK Good byes leave drier eyes! Since instructions begins at 8:15 am, it is important to leave promptly after dropping your child to class. Be certain that our caring staff will take good care of your little one!
READING BOOKLET – As part of the daily homework, students are required to read EVERY DAY. At the beginning of the school year, you will need to record the title of each book in the booklet, daily, then you can encourage your child to do so. Reading booklets will be checked daily.
STAGGERED ENTRY - Your child is assigned a specific staggered-entry day on the first week of school. We use this time to get to know individual students, assess their skills and introduce the new school procedures. Please provide a snack and a drink. Students will be able to get a meal from the cafeteria if they wish.
SNACK – Make sure your child has a healthy and non-messy snack every day, beside his/ her lunch. Lunchtime is at 10:45 AM and children get very hungry by early afternoon.
SCHOOL SUPPLIES - HERE
TARDIES - School starts at 8:15 a.m. and students are considered late after that time. Students arriving to school after 8:15 a.m. will need to go directly to the office to pick up a tardy slip. If repeated tardiness occurs, you will be contacted by our school counselor.
UNIFORMS - Our elementary school children wear uniforms. Our colors are white, blue and khaki. Make sure your child is in regulation with the school dress code. Also any change of clothing should follow the dress code policy. Your child will need to wear comfortable shoes, preferably tie-less.
VOLUNTEERS - We LOVE our volunteers! Please, register as a CMS volunteer: CMS Volunteer Registration
Here is how you can help: make copies, assist/ plan for the class celebration parties, supervise a craft or reading station, take pictures, and serve as a chaperone.
Note: You will also need to sign-in as a visitor at the the front office, and be issued a visitor badge, every time you come to our school. Please provide proper identification.
WEBPAGE – Our class has a website! Check it frequently for important updates, weekly newsletter, homework, class pictures, etc... Do not forget to register to receive weekly updates!
http://mmeivy.weebly.com/
ZERO Tolerance - There is a Zero Tolerance Policy. In our school, no children are allowed to talk of, or bring any weapon, or toys that resemble a weapon, including guns, knives, etc... with the intent to hurt someone else. Please know that your child will be protected from this type of conduct to the best of my ability.
ZZZZZZ! Please make sure that your child gets plenty of rest. Setting and keeping a bedtime routine will help your child remain alert and ready to learn each day.