Mrs. Pickett's Class

Dear Parents,

I am very excited to start my first year at Sundale! We are going to learn so many fun things and have a blast doing it. I look forward to getting to know all of you and working with your child. Below you will find useful information about our classroom rules, procedures, homework policy, etc.

Classroom Rules and Discipline:

1. Show respect and kindness to everyone

2. Listen and follow teacher’s instructions

3. Raise your hand quietly and wait to be called on

4. Try your best, and be ready to learn!!

** In the unfortunate event that a problem should arise, I mostly deal with the behavior issue in the classroom. However, if the student’s behavior appears to be continuing then I will contact parents. The student may be asked to owe their free time or some other consequence, as well as, contacting the office; it all depends on the situation. Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns.

School Supplies: This is NOT mandatory but highly recommended.

*backpack—----I will provide everything else that your child will need for class; including homework folders, pencils, erasers, crayons, glue sticks, scissors, and pencil boxes. Students have a limited amount of space in their desks. Any extra items they want to bring to school will need to be stored in their backpacks.

Homework/Classwork:

Your child will be asked to read for 20 minutes a day. This is the only homework that I will be giving. I will provide a list of our spelling words to your child so they can practice at home if needed.

Parent Volunteers:

I look forward to having parent volunteers this year. I typically don’t have parent volunteers until September or October as I am trying to get better acquainted with your child, and make sure the students are settled in with our classroom schedules and procedures. I will be sending home a parent volunteer form when the time comes.

Student Snacks and Water bottles:

Your child can bring a small healthy snack for their 10 o’clock break. Here’s a list of a few healthy options: fresh fruit/veggies, popcorn, crackers, cheese, yogurt, granola bars, protein bars, etc..---try to avoid having them bring candy or other high sugary snacks which often makes them feel tired and sluggish. Students can bring water bottles to class. Other drinks will not be allowed in the classroom.

Classroom Donations:

The classroom is always in need of additional supplies to keep it running smoothly. Any donations would be greatly appreciated. Here are some helpful items on our wish list:

**Lysol or Clorox wipes or any other type of sanitizing wipes

* *New or Used Pencils

**Healthy snacks for the students--- Please, no sugary snacks.

**Hand Sanitizer

**Dry Erase Markers

**Paper

**Kleenex

Parent-Teacher Communication:

*This year I will be using ClassDojo to help better communicate with parents. However, emailing me is the best way to get into contact with me or you can call the school. I will get back to you as soon as possible. Just a heads-up, if you email me after 3:20, I may not see it until the next morning.

*If you have an important message to give to your child, please contact the school office. Do not email me because I may not see it in time.

Other Important Info:

*Parents, please do not come to the classroom unless you have checked in at the office. If there’s anything that you need to give to your child please give it to the office and they will call me. This helps to decrease the amount of distractions and interruptions.

*Please label your child’s name on lunchboxes, jackets, backpacks, and other personal items.

*Please remind your child to NOT bring any toys or valuable items to school.

*Be sure to contact the office if your child is absent. If you let me know in advance that your child will be absent then I can prepare work for them.

Looking forward to an amazing year!