Ms.J'sKinder

Welcome to K20 Matey!


** 2009-2010 Kinder parents: My class will NOT be using the Innisbrook package. I will be asking for different materials/reimbursement in the fall once I have evaluated our needs, since this is more cost effective and the products will be more relevant to our class' needs.

2009-2010 Wish List

40 Clear Letter Sized Letter Size Poly Envelopes, Top opening

Medium Weight Page Protectors. LOTS.

Jolly Jingles Big Book (link below to UK program)


Interesting Article on "Kindergarten Cram" Click Here


Ms. J's Manifesto
Through the Kindergarten school year, as your child's teacher I will:
  • prepare and present developmentally appropriate activities aligned with the key CA State Standards and the Mission of CSMH
  • provide a fair classroom environment based on respect and responsibility, with a discipline structure involving natural consequences to ensure a learning environment for every child
  • communicate with care givers on a regular basis as to their child's needs to succeed to their personal ability
As caregivers, I ask that you:
  • ensure your child has adequate rest, healthy meals/snacks, play time, and bonding time with family and friends
  • give your child opportunities to practice responsibility and independence
  • appropriately communicate with me your concerns when they arise
  • support classroom expectations and learning at home
  • read with your child every day!


Preparing Kids for the 21st Century

Charter Calender

Adopt Our Classroom!!! Link

Missing a Math Home Connection?
Print from here

Heart (Sight) Word Resource here


My Teaching Statement is now available under 'Information'
Recommended Reading
 The Global Achievement Gap
by Tony Wagner
 Making The Grade: Reinventing America's Schools

by Tony Wagner
The Schools Our Children Deserve: Moving Beyond Traditional Classrooms and "Tougher Standards"
by Alfie Kohn
Smart Kids, Bad Schools: 38 ways to save America's Future
by Brian Crosby

The Trouble with Boys
by Peg Tyre

The Case Against Homework
by Sara Bennett and Nancy Kalish

Nation of Wimps
by Hara Marano
The Big Test: The Secret History of the American Meritocracy
by Nicholas Lemann


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