Allergies ~ We have a few food allergies in class. Thank you for respecting the health of all of our students.
Behavior (School Expectations) ~ Our class expectations are to show PRIDE in all that we do: Perseverance, Respect and Responsibility, Integrity, Dedication, and Empathy. This promotes an environment where teaching and learning can occur. I focus on positive specific behavior and recognize individuals with Class Money/Store, Positive Paws, and other motivators as created by the class throughout the year.
Birthdays ~ Birthdays are recognized in class throughout the day. As a school wide policy birthday treats are not allowed. Please do not send birthday party invitations to be distributed at school unless all children in class receive an invite.
Breakfast ~ Please make sure students eat a healthy breakfast daily.
Celebrations ~ WME plans time for a Halloween, Winter, and Valentine class parties.
Code of Conduct 2021-22 (DCPS File)
Colorado Department of Education ~ resources for parents about state standards. Click here for 1st grade standards.
Conferences ~ Parent and teacher conferences are an important part of your child's success this year. The conference dates this year are September 21, 23, and March 8, 10. You'll receive a sign-up link closer to the dates.
EnVisions Math ~ Our math program
EPR ~ Elementary Progress Report found on EngagED given mid-and end of year.
Field Trips ~ TBA
Homework ~ I encourage students and families to read 10-15 minutes per night. There is a practice page that will come home weekly in your child's Take Home folder.
iPads ~ Each child is assigned a personal iPad to use while they are in school, please supply your child with their own headphones.
Library ~ We visit Mrs. Buckland in the school library every Thursday.. Students are allowed to check-out up to two books for 2 weeks at a time. Books must be returned or renewed every week.
Lost and Found ~ WME has a lost and found area at the front of the school. Please check there if your child is missing anything brought to school.
Lunch ~ We have lunch from 11:50 - 12:30. See the cafeteria menu for more info.
Parties ~ WME plans time for a Halloween, Winter, and Valentine class parties.
Photos ~ Please do not post any class photos that show children other than your own on social media.
Parent Teacher Organization ~ WME
PRIDE ~ Our school values character and student growth using PRIDE: Perseverance, Respect/Responsibility, Integrity, Dedication, and Empathy.
PRIDE Winner ~ Each week, a student will be chosen that has shown P.R.I.D.E. throughout the week.
Recess ~ We will have a morning recess everyday from 9:45 - 10:00. During inclement weather, we will have indoor recess in the classroom.
Snack ~ Please send a HEALTHY snack for your child to enjoy each day during our morning recess.
Supply List ~ Please see this document.
Volunteers ~ We need a room parent(s) for PTO, 2 photographers, and volunteers to go on field trips
Water ~ Water bottles are allowed in class. We will store them near the sink. Water bottles will come to and from school on a daily basis.
Wonders ~ WME's reading resource. Students can access books, games, and resources online to support classroom learning.