Syllabus
Mrs. Tatum’s Second Grade Syllabus
2017 - 2018
Related Arts Schedule
9:55-10:40
Monday:
Library (Week A)
Science Lab (Week B)
Tuesday:
Music (Wolfe)
Wednesday:
Art (Neiders)
Thursday:
Computer Lab (Week A)
Friday:
PE (Beitel)
Schedule
*Tentative*
7:45-8:10 Morning Work
8:10-8:50 ELA
8:50-9:50 Math
9:55-10:40 Related Arts
10:45-11:30 ELA
11:35-12:00 Lunch
12:05-12:25 Science
12:25-1:00 Social Studies
1:00-1:20 Recess
1:25-2:20 ELA
Daily Time Allotments
Language Arts (Reading, Writing, Words, SSR) – 120 minutes (600 minutes per week)
Math – 45 minutes (225 minutes per week)
Science- 25 minutes (125 minutes per week)
Social Studies- 25 minutes (125 minutes per week)
Health- 15 minutes (75 minutes per week)
Homework Policy
Homework Menu is assigned Monday through Thursday nights. Homework should not take more than 30 minutes to complete. Please communicate with the teacher if your child is taking longer than this to complete assignments. Homework is expected to be returned by Friday.
Morning Routine
Students will enter quietly, unpack backpacks, choose lunch, and turn in homework, parent notes, & any money. I will not check through each child’s book bag. Students will begin their morning work assignment that is written on the board.
Standards
A complete listing of standards can be accessed through the Greenville County School District web site and the South Carolina State Department web site.
www.greenville.k12.sc.us http://ed.sc.gov/visitors/parents
Recess
Teachers are stationed strategically around the play area in order to monitor students. Rules are as follows:
1. Leave rocks & other nature items on the ground
2. Keep hands & feet to yourself
3. Treat others respectfully at all times
4. Immediately contact a teacher on duty with any injury or problem
5. Students who have lost recess for problems will walk laps around the track
Food Information
· Lunch menus can be accessed on the Greenville County Website at www.greenville.k12.sc.us. Please note that the menu does change occasionally, and students will not be able to call home for a lunchbox if the menu changes. Always send lunch money in a sealed envelope or baggie with first and last name.
Behavior
The rules and consequences for our class are as follows:
· Do not talk while the teacher is talking. Raise your hand to talk.
· Be kind and respectful.
· Be a good friend.
· Be respectful to all adults.
· Follow all directions.
Consequences:
· Warning is given
· If a student receives a mark beside their name, they will not receive a hole punch for the day!
Communication between Home & School
Communication is a crucial component for success in children’s education. It makes a significant difference when positive, supportive communication occurs regularly between parents and teachers. Parents should feel free to contact me at any time during the school year. Some communication examples are listed below.
· Weekly newsletters come home each Monday with important dates, topics of study, and notes of importance.
· Phone calls made to teachers go directly to voicemail so that instruction is not interrupted. Calls will be returned in a timely manner.
· Parents and teachers can also communicate through e-mail. My e-mail address is ttatum@greenville.k12.sc.us E-mail is the best way to contact me, and they will be answered in a timely manner as well.
· Conferences are held towards the end of the first nine week period. Additional conferences are held as needed.
· Parents may visit the teacher’s website for useful information as well.
Homework Pass Policy
A homework pass may be used in my class for one assignment. For example, if there is a math and a spelling assignment, you may choose to use a homework pass for only one of those assignments. Homework passes can not be used on major projects or special assignments designated by the teacher in advance. Passes can be earned through completion of various assignments throughout the year, or as rewards for superior work/performance.
Visitor Policy
Please understand the importance of instructional time not being interrupted. I will not be available to meet with you during instructional time so that student progress can be my first priority. If you like you are more than welcome to visit with your child at lunch!
Grades * Homework * Tests
· Each week we will discuss a new strategy in reading. We may read story, poem or use a song. There will be homework each night pertaining to the skill we are learning. Sometimes, the students will just have to read.
· Spelling tests will be given each Friday. Students are responsible for about 15 words each week.
· Grades in all other subject areas will be taken on a regular basis through daily work and open book quizzes. You will be informed of any end of unit tests in advance to allow enough study time. Please utilize the study guides that come home. They cover several of the test questions
· Homework will be assigned Monday through Thursday nights. Occasionally students will need to complete an assignment over the weekend.
· Grades are calculated based on the following percentages which are mandated by the district:
Math, Science/Health, Social Studies, Reading- 60% daily, 40% tests
Language Arts- 10% Spelling, 50% English Daily Grades, 40 %Reading Test Grades
· Grading Scale:
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F 59 & Below
Non-instructional Routines
· Students are allowed to bring water to school to drink during the day and it may be kept on their desks. The water has to be in a bottle with a lid. The water fountain is also available.
· If I have to take other items because they become a problem during the school day, students will get the items back on Friday (of the same week). If I have to take the item again after that first time, a parent will have to come pick up the item.
· Students’ names and numbers need to be on ALL work!