Mrs. Cochrane's Class

Welcome First grade students and families

I am excited to be your child's teacher this year.

This is our class website. You can use this website to access different support staff, our schools SEL program and counselor.

Helpful Link Tab : This page has resources and tips for literacy and math work at home

Mrs. Cochrane

Welcome to first grade! My name is Penni Cochrane and I am thrilled to be your child's first grade teacher. With a deep passion for teaching young learners, I believe that first grade is a magical year filled with growth, discovery, and joy.

In my classroom, parents are my partners. I value open communication and collaboration to ensure that we are all working together to support your child's educational journey. By fostering a strong home-school connection, we can create a supportive environment that helps each child thrive.

I am dedicated to educating the whole child, focusing not just on academic skills, but also on social, emotional, and physical development. My goal is to create a nurturing and stimulating environment where every student feels valued, respected, and excited to learn.

With a background in Early Childhood Education and years of teaching experience, I am committed to providing engaging, hands-on learning that caters to the unique needs of each student. I look forward to an amazing year ahead, filled with laughter, learning, and lots of growth!

Cheers to a great year!!

P.S. A quick blurb about me: I grew up in Delaware, went to school in North Carolina and moved to Denver in 1996. I have lived here for 28 years and have 3 beautiful children that are my world (Justin 25, Matt 22, Abbie 16). We have a dog named Gracie and a cat named Poppie. I love spending time with family and friends whenever I can.

Classroom Rules and Expectations

Classroom Expectations

Be Kind: Use nice words, keep hands and feet to yourself, help others . . .

Be Respectful: Follow the instructions of the teacher the first time they are given, listen to others when they speak, raise your hand before you speak, stop what you are doing to listen to announcements . . .

Be Safe: Walk in the hallways, do not throw things inside the classroom, put away your backpack and coat.

Be Ready: Have the necessary supplies, eyes on the speaker or the teacher, recharge your body by coming to school rested and nourished

Be Your Best: Always try your best, even if you think you are going to make a mistake, making mistakes is the best way to learn.

ROAR Behavior

Respect

Own it

Act Safely

Responsibility

In our class, we use a variety of resources to help us ROAR each day.

We use tickets to reward positive behavior and engagement. Each week tickets can be turned in for a reward on the R.O.A.R menu.

Roar Tickets can be used for our weekly school drawing or you can hold onto them and turn them in for fun days like ( stuffy day, wear sunglasses, play with legos for 10 minutes, treasure box, etc).

Class Schedule

8:25-8:45- Active Grizzlies

8:45-9:10 : SEL - Morning Meeting

9:10-9:45 - Phonics

9:45 - 11:15 - Literacy: Center Time and WINN Time (includes snack as a center)

11:15-12:00 - Recess/Lunch

12:00-12:10 Read Aloud

12:10-1:30- Whole Group Math / Centers / WINN Time (includes snack as a center)

1:35-2:15- Specials

2:15-2:35- Recess

2:35 -2:45 - Independent Reading

2:45: 3:15 - Writing/Science/Social Studies

3:15-3:25 - Pack up and Closing Circle (Crew)

3:25-3:30 - Dismissal

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