This document provides an overview of Ms. B. Banks' 2nd grade class for the upcoming school year. It includes the agenda for Back to School Night, introductions of Ms. Banks and her teaching philosophy, details on the 2nd grade curriculum, classroom policies like rules, behavior expectations, attendance, homework, grading, and more. The goal is to inform parents about what to expect for their children in 2nd grade and how they can support their learning at home.

1. Welcome to 2nd
Grade Back to
School Night!
Ms. B. Banks
Teacher

2. Tonight’s AgendaTonight’s Agenda
 Welcome to Ms. Banks Class
 My Philosophy
 2nd
Grade Curriculum
 Clausell’s Elementary Mission Statement
 Clausell’s Elementary Vision Statement
 Classroom Rules
 Behavior Expectations
 Attendance Policy
 Homework Policy
 Weekly Tests
 Weekly Folders
 Dress Code
 I Am
 What Parents Can Do To Help?
 Keep in Touch
 Questions/Concerns

3. All About Ms. Banks…
My name is Barbara Banks. I am the
mother of four fabulous children. I'm
also the nanny of five grandchildren. I
am a graduate of Belhaven University.
I have been employed in the education
profession for over twenty years. I am
looking forward to many more.

4. My Philosophy of Education
I believe that all children have the ability to learn and the
right to a quality education. All youths, regardless of
gender, race, ethnicity, and capabilities should have the
opportunity to learn from professional, well-informed
teachers who are sophisticated and knowledgeable, both
in their area of expertise and life. Certainly, every child
has different learning styles and aptitudes; however, by
having a personal relationship with every student, a
teacher can give each an equal chance of success. By
recognizing every student's potential and having separate,
individual goals for each, a teacher can accommodate
personal needs and abilities and encourage the pursuit of
academic aspirations. Therefore, I promise to try to
provide an honest, well-rounded education to every
student I encounter.

5. 2nd Grade Curriculum2nd Grade Curriculum
 Saxon Phonics
Program
 Journey’s Reading
Program
 Go Math Program

6. We are planting GREAT SEEDS today to grow a
better tomorrow!
S= Stakeholders
E= Experiencing
E= Excellence with
D= Daily
S = Success
Clausell’s Mission Statement

7. The vision of Clausell Elementary School is
to produce smart, hard-working, and well-
behaved scholars who will meet and
exceed district and state expectations.
Clausell’s Vision

8.  Enter into classroom quietly.
 Listen and follow directions the first
time given.
 Raise your hand before speaking or
leaving your seat.
 Respect the teacher and your class
mates.
 Keep hands, feet and objects to
yourself.
Classroom Rules

9. Student BehaviorStudent Behavior
ExpectationsExpectations
1. I will always do my best.
2. I will complete all assignments on
time.
3. I will not use “put downs” or harass
others.
4. I will respect other people’s
differences and opinions.
5. I will actively listen when others are
speaking.

10. Attendance Policy
 School attendance is very important to ensure
students do not miss vital classroom instruction
time. When students improve their attendance
rates, they improve their academic prospects.
 We are asking everyone to strive for less than
five absences during the entire school year.
 Mississippi law requires students to be in
attendance 63 percent of the school day in order
to be counted as present.

11. Homework PolicyHomework Policy
 There will be homework
Monday- Thursday.
 Homework reinforces what
is being taught in the
classroom.
 We are trying to prepare
them for the next year
gates test.
 Typical Night:
– Math Sheet
– Studying for a test
– Assigned Reading
Reading/Vocab Packet

12. Reading/Language Arts
In Reading/Language Arts we will be
working on:
 Reading Comprehension gained through various text:
 Phonemic Awareness
 Phonics
 Vocabulary
 Fluency
 Reading Comprehension
 Grammar

13. In Mathematics we will be working on the
following skills:
– Number Sense and Place Value
– Addition and Subtraction
– Measurement and Data
– Geometry and Fractions
MATH

14. Grading Scale
 A (Excellent) 100 – 94.5
B (Above Average 94.4 – 84.5
C (Average) 84.4 – 74.5
D (Below Average 74.4 – 69.5
F (Failure) 69.4 – 0
 Homework
 Classwork
 Weekly Test
 Quizzes

15. Weekly Test
Saxon Phonics Assessments
Weekly Journey’s Test
Weekly Spelling Test
Weekly Math Test
STAR Reading and STAR Math
Assessments
District Assessments

16. Weekly Folders
 Students will be given a “Wednesday folder". The
folder will be handed out to students on
Wednesday with checked homework and tests
that must be signed and returned.
 The folder is labeled on the inside. Papers on the
"Keep at Home" side can be taken out and can
stay at home. Papers on the "Sign and Return"
side should be signed and returned on Thursday,
along with the folder. Students will be taking the
folder home on a Wednesday and returning it on
Thursday.

17. Dress Code
Clausell Elementary School Dress Code
Gold, Green, white, and Navy Tops
Khaki and Navy Bottoms
On special occasions students will wear blue
jeans but it will be announced.

18. I Am…
I am . . .a child of the King.
I wonder . . .where is my destiny.
I hear . . .the voice of God speaking to me.
I see . . .the vision God has given me.
I want . . .to be all God has called of me.
I am . . .a prayer warrior.
I pretend . . .to be Okay even if I'm not.
I feel . . .as if I can do all things.
I touch . . .the lives of people when I speak
I worry . . .about the state of this world.
I cry . . . when my family members hurt.
I am . . .a peace maker.
I understand . . .that God is the source of my strength.
I say . . .I am healed.
I dream . . .of going to Hawaii.

19. What Can Parents Do to
Help?

20. Keep in Touch
 Clausell Office: (601) 960-5319
 Email address:
bvbanks@jackson.k12.ms.us
 Please feel free to come or call with
any questions or concerns about
your child.
 We have an open door policy if you
would like to visit the classroom.
 Please make sure you sign up with
class dojo for daily report.

21. QUESTIONS/CONCERNS