Welcome to 1st Grade
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Chalk Bluff
2015-2016
Chalk Bluff Teachers
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Mrs. Melissa Kelly
Mrs. Anne Smith
Mrs. Ann Lierle
Mrs. Randi Coy
Daily Schedule
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8:55-Attendance/Bell Starter
9:25-9:50-Math
9:50-10:35-Literacy
10:35 -10:50-Brain break/Snack
10:50-11:50-Literacy
11:55 -12:40- Recess/Lunch
12:40 -12:50-Shared Reading/Read Aloud
12:50-1:40-Math
1:45 -2:30-Specials
2:35 -3:20-Science/Social Studies
3:20 -3:30-Clean up/End of the day jobs
3:28 -3:30-Closing/ Dismiss
Classroom Guidelines
S.T.A.R.S Behavior!
(Safe, Trustworthy,
Attitude, Respect, Success)
I will:
* be a good listener.
*keep my hands to myself.
*respect others.
*take care of classroom
supplies and materials.
*try my best.
Literacy
• READING
Reading is an immensely important
part of our day.
• Daily Reading
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Children will be instructed in all genres
from fantasy to realistic fiction,
nonfiction and expository text. Students
will be reading more texts that provide
facts and background knowledge in
areas including Social Studies and
Science.
Each night, students are
expected to read a book of
his or her choice at home.
Students should read for a
minimum of 10 minutes
every night. Daily reading is
a time for reading
strategies and
comprehension skills to be
practiced and for students
to enjoy reading.
Writing
• Writing is a critical part of a
balanced literacy program. Our
Writer’s Workshop begins with
a mini-lesson focusing on a
specific skill or strategy.
Ultimately, we want all children
to see themselves as authors.
• Words Their Way- is word
study for phonics, vocabulary
and spelling instruction.
• It involves doing things with
words like examining,
manipulating, comparing and
categorizing. It offers students
the opportunity to make their
own discoveries about how
words work!
Handwriting
• In 1st grade, students
are expected to use
print throughout the
school year. Trails
West uses the ZanerBloser (ball and stick)
style of handwriting. It
is important for students
to learn and use correct
formation of letters.
Bridges in Mathematics
• In Math, students will be using
Bridges in Mathematics, a
comprehensive curriculum for
grades K-5.
• The rigorous curriculum is
designed to address math
standards with focus on addition
and subtraction, place value, and
shapes.
• Students will gain a deep
understanding of math concepts,
proficiency with key skills, and the
ability to solve new and complex
problems.
Science & Social Studies
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Correlates with the Cherry Creek College
and Career Framework.
Units are integrated within core subject
areas.
Students will be provided with many
opportunities to become actively engaged in
learning through hands-on activities,
experiments, and field trips.
Home / School
Communication
• Chalk Bluff
• Home / School Connection
• Please see Homework folder each week for weekly
events and updates.
• * Email:
– Melissa Kelly: [email protected]
– Anne Smith: [email protected]
– Ann Lierle: [email protected]
* Our team website: www.teacherpage.com/chalkbluff
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Let’s enjoy the year!