Class Syllabus

Our year is divided into six six-week units.  See Learning Goals for 4K to see  what children should know and be able to do by the end of each unit.

Units of Instruction Aligned with Standards

 August

 Going to School

 September

All About Me, My Name, Feelings

 October

 Fire Safety, Fall, Halloween

 November

 Fall, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving

 December

 Christmas

 January

 New Year, Winter, Transportation, Community Helpers

 February

 Dental Health, Bears, Nursery Rhymes

 March

 Dr. Seuss, Dinosaurs, Spring

 April

 Spring, Bugs, Earth Day, Plants, Farm

 May

 4K Memories, Review

Assessment/Evaluation of Student Progress

Sources for assessment:

·         Anecdotal records based on teacher observation and checklists

·         Digital Portfolio entries using the Seesaw app

Documentation of student progress:

·         4K Skills Report and Progress Reports—completed 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th reporting periods

·         Work Sampling Checklist—completed during Fall and Spring rating periods

Student Records:

·         4K Skills Report and student portfolios are shared with parents during home visits and conferences.   The DIAL-4, 4K Skills Report, and 4K Pre/Post Test Results are included in the student’s permanent record for the receiving kindergarten teacher.

Home/School Connections

Parents are provided with suggestions and activities to support children’s learning in an on-going basis.  Family members are invited to be part of our community of learners through a variety of ways that may include sharing special skills and talents relating to jobs or hobbies, serving as classroom volunteers, assisting with field trips and special activities,  collecting materials for classrooms, and attending parent education workshops.

Parent/Teacher conferences will be held at the end of the first 9 weeks and as needed throughout the year.  Family activities designed to teach parents how to enhance their child’s education will be held periodically during the school year.

Communication with Parents

   The 4K program supports the development of children as lifelong learners through partnerships with each child’s home and family.  Parents will have the opportunity to participate in parent conferences and home visits throughout the school year and are encouraged to call the school and/or send a note with questions and concerns.  Each family receives:

·         classroom rules and procedures

·         student work samples

·         weekly newsletters describing class and school activities.  This information is also included on the teacher’s website.

Attendance and Tardy Policies

   Every learning day is important.  Regular prompt attendance helps young children build a lifetime of good school habits.  Families will be contacted when attendance or late arrival affects student learning.  

Building Responsible and Respectful Behavior

4K program goals build self-discipline, respect for others, and develop individual responsibility.  Clear and consistent expectations and routines provide a framework for responsible student behavior.  Three to five simple classroom rules are developed with students in the first days of school.  Individual and small group problem solving is used as the primary method for resolving conflicts.   

       Classroom Rules           

1. We are nice to others.

2. We listen to the teachers.

3. We keep our classroom clean.

4. We play safely.

Consequences for misbehavior include time out and parent contact.  Our goal is to teach children to make good choices, and to be kind and respectful.

Procedures for Non-Instructional Routines

•  Changes in address, phone numbers, and dismissal procedures - It is very important that we will be able to contact you regarding your child.  Anytime your address or phone number changes please let us know by sending a note to school.

 .     A note must be sent if there is a change in plans and someone else will pick up your child.  Without a note we cannot let your child go home in a different way.  This is for your child’s safety!

.     School Clothes - Children should dress comfortably and appropriately for play - comfortable shoes and play clothes (nothing too dressy or expensive).  Shorts for hot days, sweaters and coats for cold days.  Please write your child’s name in his/her jackets, coats, gloves, hats and scarves so we can make sure they are returned to their rightful owner.

.   Lost and Found –  If we are unable to identify whom an item belongs to we will place it in a safe place in the classroom.  If your child is missing something please let us know. 

.  Sending lunch money and other fees to school - All money and fees should be put in an envelope with the child’s name and a description of what the money is for.

.  Children’s Use of the Bathroom and Water Fountain – Children are encouraged to use the bathroom during center time, before lunch, before recess, and before rest time.  They may use the bathroom any time they need to.  The water fountain is available at anytime except for during instruction.  Children will be reminded to wash their hands after using the bathroom and before eating. Please send an extra change of clothes to be left at school for accidents.

 .  Birthdays - Birthdays are special occasions for young children. If your child wishes, he/she may bring treats for the class on his/her birthday. Treats will be served in the cafeteria at lunch time.

 .  Please do not let your child bring toys from home. If they get lost or broken, we might have sad faces or tears.