Miss DelCorio's Classroom ABC's:
A- Attendance: Please make sure your child attends school every day if they are able to. Your child's presence in the academic classroom is an essential component for learning and social growth. Our school day begins at 8:52. If you need to report a student absence, please contact the main office at: (609) 465- 1827.
B- Behavior Management: I have established a classroom management system that focuses on the children individually (Ready for Construction), in a cooperative team (team tallies), as well as a whole class(Road to Success). I also use Class Dojo.
Beach Day: Elementary #2 participates in a school-wide "Beach Day" event (similar to Field Day). This is a wonderful day for the children as they enjoy Tug-of-War, Sand Sculpting and Beach Flags.
Buddies - We will be having 2nd Grade Buddies with Miss Douglass's class. This is a great experience for all children, to develop a lasting friendship.
C- Communication: Communication is the key to a successful parent-teacher relationship. You may contact me several ways: e-mail, phone, or send in an old-fashioned handwritten note with your child.
Conferences- We have conferences in the Fall and Spring. During our conference, we will review your child's report card, math and reading assessments, and their writing. We will also discuss what I have observed regarding your child's learning abilities, social skills, and classroom behavior and cooperation.
D- DelCorio Dollars: Every OTHER Friday, the children may go shopping in the "DelCorio Dollar Store". The children can earn DelCorio Dollars as an indiviudal by being prepared for class, and doing kind things for their classmates. The DelCorio Dollars are a great positive reinforcement for the children, and the prizes vary each month.
Differentation: I will be differentiating my instruction through the use of cooperative learning, inquiry-based, and direct instruction lessons to meet the needs of all learners in my class.
E- Early Dismissial: Our early dismissial time is 1:35. However, if you need to take your child out of school at an earlier time, please sign your child out at the front office. A note would be greatly appreciated, so I can have your child packed up and ready!
F- Field Trips: Your child will experience many educational and engaging field trips during the third grade year. Some field trips may include; Cape May County Library, Camden Aquarium, and walking trips to Elementary #1. More information will be sent home as each trip draws near.
Friends: Friends are important to everyone! In third grade, we will learn how to be and make new friends. Your child will learn how to work, respect, and belong in our Middle Township Elementary #2 School Community.
G- Gym: Our class has gym each week on Tuesday's and Thursday's. Please assure that your child is dressed accordingly (sneakers), so they can participate in gym activities.
Gloves: Please make sure your child has gloves or mittens for the colder months of the school year. We will be going outside!
Grading: Children will be graded based upon accuracy, effort, and participation. Please see the "Grading Policy" handout from the beginning of the school year for specific numerical grades and their corresponding letter grades ( A+, A, A-, B+, B, B-, C+, C, C-, D+, D, D-, U).
H- Homework: Homework is assigned Monday - Thursday evenings. The children can expect about 30 minutes of homework each night. They will receive a HomeLink, RAH (Read at Home), and study for their upcoming spelling test. This does not include any additional time that may be needed for at-home projects.
Health: Health will be taught with Ms. Hockenberry on Wednesday.
I- Illness: If your child is ill, please keep him/her home until they feel better and rest for school. If severe, please contact our school nurse, Mrs. Nancy Polt.
Independence- Third grade is an incredible journey, one in which your child will become more independent. Independence is a goal for students because it builds self-esteem and self-confidence. I encourage my students to do as much as they can on their own.
J- Jog Your Mind - Read: Third grade students should read and be read to! Readers are made on the laps of their parents.
K- Kindness: Please encourage your child to be kind and use their manners when they are in the classroom.
L - Library - We have library once a week with Mrs. Bramble. Please remember to return your library books, so you can take more books out. Also, remember to take special care of your library books.
Lunch - Our class eats lunch from 11:40 - 12:10. Yum!
M- Math - Our math series is Everyday Mathematics. The children will have 50 minutes of math each day. Your child will learn place value concepts, multiplication, division, fractions, geometry, and many other imperative topics. Your child will receive a HomeLink each night, that provides additional practice on the topic covered in class.
Multiplication Master: A fun concept in class to help the children memorize their math facts ( 0 - 12) is by doing a "Multiplication Blackout". The children have one minute to complete the multiplication fact they are on. This is such a rewarding experience for the students, and I love to see them excited to become a Multiplication Master.
Music - Music is on Wednesday with Mr. Clark.
N- Notices: If you are sending a note in with your child, please remind them to put it in the "Note Drop Popcorn Box" first thing when they arrive to avoid confusion.
News: I will be updating my website each week for the classroom learning objectives and weekly spelling words. You will also find important dates and events on the webpage. Also, periodically throughout the year the Main Office will send home newsletters to keep parents updated on all school happenings.
O- Orders from Scholastic Book Club: As a class, we will be participating in the Scholastic Book Club. Every month, I will send home a flyer with your child. You have the option of ordering online or through the magazine. If you need the class code, please let me know.
P- Progress Reports: Progress reports will be sent home mid-way through each marking period.
Parties: Classroom parties for holidays are run by our Room Parents. I typically hold the following parties in the classroom: Harvest Party, Thanksgiving Party, Holiday Party, Valentine's Party, Publishing Party, and End of Year Party.
Q- Quality Work- I encourage children to do "top quality" work. This includes; handwriting, illustrations, and completion of papers. Our motto is: "Always do your best".
Questions- If you ever have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. I would be happy to address any concerns you may have.
R- Report Cards: Report cards are issued four times per year. When report cards are sent home with your child, they will be enclosed within an envelope. Please sign the front of the envelope and return it to me promptly. The report card is yours to keep.
Restroom- At the beginning of the year, we discuss our bathroom rules. We use the bathroom as a whole class three times a day.
Read- Read with your child each night (RAH) for at least fifteen minutes.
Recess- The children will have 15 minutes of recess each day. If the weather is not suitable, we will have indoor recess in the classroom.
S- Specials Schedule: (1:15 - 1:55)
- Monday: Art
- Tuesday: Gym
- Wednesday: Music, Health
- Thursday: Gym
- Friday: Library
School Supplies - Please make sure your child has all school supplies for a successful year. During the year, your child may need more pencils, glue sticks, and some fresh crayons.
T- Tardiness: Homeroom begins at 8:50 and goes until 9:10. If your child comes to school after the bell, please sign him/her in at the office.
Technology- Technology will be used in the classroom on several occasions. We have the ability to use a SmartBoard, laptops, and the Ipads. Each Friday, the children will have technology with Mrs. Biller.
U- Unique: Every child is unique in their own special way!
V- Volunteers/Visitors: If you would like to volunteer and read a book to our class, that would be fantastic. We will have several members of the community come in and volunteer their time to tell us about their important role in our community. Last year, Mayor Lockwood came and spoke to our class about his duties as Mayor.
W- Water Bottles: Your child is permitted to bring in a clear water bottle. Please make sure the lid/cap is labeled with your child's initials to avoid any confusion.
Wishlist: I would love to have a stock of tissues, Clorox wipes, and hand sanitizer. We can never have enough!
X- eXtra-Special: Each student is eXtra-special and I am grateful to be their teacher; to share in 180 days of learning and fun together.
Y- Your Kitchen: Your kitchen is a valuable place for school. On several food items, you will see the "Box Tops". We collect those to raise money for our school; so whenever you come across them, please send them in with your child! Thanks!
Z- Zzzzz! Sleep is very important for your third grader! Please make sure your child is well-rested for school. We feed our BRAIN so much during the school day!