Parent Info.
First grade is a year of building new friendships, setting and achieving new goals, gaining independence, and learning new things each day.
Progress Reports (for first grade):
November 27, 2018
February 13, 2019
April 30, 2019
Report Cards:
October 30, 2018
January 23, 2019
April 2, 2019
June 7, 2019
Academic Skills Indicators:
M: The student consistently meets or exceeds end-of-year expectations for this standard.
P: The student shows expected growth/progress in meeting this end-of- year standard.
B: The student is beginning to progress toward meeting this end-of-year standard.
N: The student needs intensive support at school and home to develop this end-of-year standard.
If left blank, this standard was not addressed or assessed during this reporting period.
Expectations for Student Behavior
Refer to student/parent handbook for school wide rules. Students are expected to follow the expectations posted in the classroom. The Greenville County Schools Discipline code will also be enforced.
The school handbook, as well as classroom expectations and procedures, are discussed and practiced during the beginning of school. These expectations and procedures are reviewed periodically throughout the year.
Buena Vista's school rules will be followed. The four basic rules are:
1) Keep hands, feet, and other objects to yourself.
2) Walk in the building.
3) Move quietly in the hallways.
4) Treat others with respect.
Students report to car holding no sooner than 7:15 am and will remain there until 7:45. Breakfast is served from 7:20-7:45 am. Students are to read quietly while waiting for the school day to begin. No early dismissals after 2:00 pm, please.
* Attendance and lunch count will be taken daily.
* Indoor or outdoor recess will be given each day.
* No child will be allowed to go home a different way unless there is a note from the parent.
* Parent Communicator Blue Folders will go home on Tuesdays and need to be signed and returned on Wednesdays.
* Children are taught the procedures for fire drills, earthquake drills, tornado drills, and other kinds of emergencies.
Homework Policy:
Homework will be sent home on Monday's. It will be due on Friday.
Homework is not assigned on PTA nights.
Make- Up Work: Not applicable at this level
Student progress in grade one is reported for South Carolina first grade standards as follows:
Major Assessments: Math District Assessments, writing rubrics
Minor Assessments: Fluency checklists, anecdotal notes, checklists, conference logs, spelling tests
Communication with parents will be in the form of email, newsletters, phone calls, notes, web sites and conferences. All communication will be documented. At the end of the first nine weeks, conferences will be held. Conferences may be scheduled on an as-needed basis.
Parent Notes:
All notes must have the following information: date, teacher's name, student's first and last name, and parent signature.
Early Dismissals:
Please send a note in the morning if you plan to pick your child up early. Check in the office to sign your child out and the office staff will call for your child to meet you there. There will be no early dismissals after 2:00 PM. Your child must be present at least 3.25 hours of instructional time to receive credit for the day.
Changes in Transportation:
If you wish for your child's transportation to be changed for a particular day, please send in a written note with the correct date, teacher's name, student's first and last name, and parent signature. If there is no written received then your child will go home by his/her usual method of transportation.
Lunch:
Lunch money is collected in the cafeteria. It can be paid for daily or weekly. Money may be deposited into your child's account. The lunch menu is subject to change.
Snack Time:
The students are permitted to bring a healthy snack to have during snack time. Some snack ideas: fruit, vegetables, crackers, cereal, granola bars, etc.
Dress Code:
Students are encouraged to wear comfortable, clean clothing which is suited for the weather. Shoes should be worn at all times. Caps and hats may not be worn in the building. Please make sure that all shirts or tops meet the waist band. Stomachs should be covered at all times. If children are sent to school in shorts, they should be long enough to completely cover the top of the legs to within two to three inches of the knee. The primary objective of Greenville County Schools (GCS) is to provide a World-Class instructional program and learning opportunity for every student. The personal appearance of every student is an important component of establishing a safe environment for optimal learning and respect for one another. Students are expected to dress in an appropriate manner while on school district property or representing the school. Personal appearance shall be such that it does not disrupt student work or school order, become distracting to other students, or violate health and safety guidelines.
Flip-flops (shower-type shoes) are not permitted. No tank tops, spaghetti strap tops, halter-tops, or vests without shirts will be permitted. Shoulder straps have to be a minimum of l inch wide. No see-through or mesh garments may be worn
This year we are practicing the Leader in Me program. There will be no clip-chart. Instead, students will be held accountable for these 7 habits of good character. I will still use a behavior calendar in their blue communicator folders. Please check the calendar for non-leadership behavior.
The 7 Habits
Habit 1 — Be Proactive - “You're in Charge”
I am a responsible person. I take initiative. I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods. I do not blame others for my wrong actions. I do the right thing without being asked, even when no one is looking.
Habit 2 — Begin with the End in Mind - “Have a Plan”
I plan ahead and set goals. I do things that have meaning and make a difference. I am an important part of my classroom and contribute to my school’s mission and vision. I look for ways to be a good citizen.
Habit 3 — Put First Things First - “Work First, Then Play”
I spend my time on things that are most important. This means I say no to things I know I should not do. I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan. I am disciplined and organized.
Habit 4 — Think Win-Win - “Everyone Can Win”
I balance courage for getting what I want with consideration for what others want. I make deposits in others’ Emotional Bank Accounts. When conflicts arise, I look for third alternatives.
Habit 5 — Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood - “Listen Before You Talk”
I listen to other people’s ideas and feelings. I try to see things from their viewpoints. I listen to others without interrupting. I am confident in voicing my ideas. I look people in the eyes when talking.
Habit 6 — Synergize - “Together Is Better”
I value other people’s strengths and learn from them. I get along well with others, even people who are different than me. I work well in groups. I seek out other people’s ideas to solve problems because I know that by teaming with others we can create better solutions than anyone of us can alone. I am humble.
Habit 7 — Sharpen The Saw - “Balance Feels Best”
I take care of my body by eating right, exercising and getting sleep. I spend time with family and friends. I learn in lots of ways and lots of places, not just at school. I find meaningful ways to help others.
The rules are posted in the classroom.
Each classroom will follow the school-wide code of conduct.