Second Grade Classroom
Overview
Teaching Philosophy
Mrs. Maher, Mrs. Klassen, and Dr. Sanford
work to create a classroom community of
learners where each child is treated with
respect and where the needs of each child is
addressed. Because children learn in a variety
of ways, we will work to incorporate different
teaching approaches to address all learners.
Individuality and creativity are nurtured in our
classrooms.
Classroom Expectations
The Second Grade behavior guidelines are based
on the PBIS framework and Whole Brain
Teaching that Lucketts Elementary students
adhere to throughout the school. Our classroom
behavior guidelines incorporate the following
classroom rules:
1. Follow directions quickly!
2. Raise your hand for permission to speak!
Classroom Expectations
3. Raise your hand for permission to leave your
seat!
4. Make smart choices!
5. Keep your dear teacher happy!
Students will earn points towards a class reward
by following class rules. The points will be
tallied throughout the day using a Class
Scoreboard.
Classroom Behavior Management
• Tier 1: If a student breaks a rule in class, the teacher will redirect and
reteach the classroom rule.
• Tier 2: If a student continues to break a rule, the teacher will redirect and
reteach the classroom rule. A student conference will be completed after
the student completes a “Think Sheet”, and the student will be asked to
return to appropriate classroom behavior.
• Tier 3: If the student fails to return to appropriate classroom behavior the
following actions may occur: a parent call or conference will be scheduled.
A class report will be submitted. This is for problematic, accumulative
behavior over several days.
• Tier 4: If a behavior occurs after the first two interventions, the principal
and guidance counselor will be contacted to conference with the teacher
and the parents of the student. An office referral to the principal will
submitted.
Classroom Behavior Management
• Students can earn individual and class rewards
if behavior is either on track or improved
within the course of a school day or
accumulated over the course of the week.
Some examples include:
• Extra recess for the class.
• Lunch with the teacher.
• Game with a friend.
Curriculum
Language Arts: Language Arts includes Word Study,
Writer’s Workshop, Guided Reading, Shared Reading,
and Independent Reading.
Math: We use a hands-on approach to teaching
Mathematics. Students have an opportunity to engage
in a variety of approaches utilizing technology, games,
and paper/pencil methods of instruction.
Science/Social Science: Units are designed around
two-week intervals. Study guides will be posted on our
Grade level website and sent home in a hard-copy
version.
Grading
Grading Guidelines for Second Grade:
E = Exceeds the benchmark for Second Grade.
M = Meets the benchmark for Second Grade.
P = Progressing towards the benchmark for Second Grade.
B = Below the benchmark for Second Grade.
Students will be graded on classroom participation, quizzes, and tests.
LCPS is using Phoenix Portal. Please go to lcps.org/lucketts to access.
Classroom Routines
• Students will be expected to arrive on time and rested and
ready to begin a day at school.
• Recess will occur every day unless it is raining.
• Children should dress according to the weather of the day. i.e.
cool weather requires a light jacket, cold weather requires a
heavy jacket, mittens or gloves. Long pants if it is cold.
• Homework will be assigned on a daily basis and written in the
homework agenda.
• LCPS guidelines do not allow food for birthday treats. Please
send in pencils or small items instead.
• Please make sure to pack a daily healthy snack. Please no
items that require a spoon such as yogurt or applesauce.
Communication
Weekly communication- Progress Report
Monthly Communication- Bi-weekly emails.
Please contact your classroom teacher with any immediate questions and concerns.
Miscellaneous
• The Second Grade will be going on one field trip
this year. (TBD)
• We will celebrate the cultures of China and Egypt,
Canada, and Mexico.
• There will be 3 class parties-Winter, Friendship,
and End of Year.
• If you do not wish for your child to participate in
a school activity, written notice should be given at
least one week prior to the scheduled event.
Homework
• Homework will be given each day and collected the following
morning. Students will be assigned nightly reading, word
study, and math homework. Homework time should not
exceed 30 minutes per night.
• Homework will be written by the student in his/her agenda. If
a student is unable to complete homework, the parent should
write a note detailing the reason and the teacher will assist
the student with completing the homework.
Reminders
• Before you leave tonight, please sign up for a parentteacher conference in your child’s classroom.
• A list of classroom volunteer opportunities will be
available. Please consider signing up. There are many
different opportunities to assist in the classroom.
Thank you for coming tonight. We look forward to a
great year together!