This document provides an overview of Mrs. Bassett's 5th grade class policies and goals for the school year. It outlines her background and teaching philosophy, as well as expectations for student behavior, organization, homework, and academic goals. It also details class schedules, subjects, activities, and ways for parents to support their children's education.

1. Welcome to Mrs. Bassett’s 5th grade class Thank you for sending your child to MPH and letting me be a part of his/her life.

2. My Background Three sons, each went through MPH and Hayden Three degrees Sociology, Fort Hays State Community Planning, Penn State Education, Washburn

3. My Philosophy Train a child up in the ways he should go (Proverb 22:6) To whom much is given, much is expected (Luke 12:48). Therefore all students should be treated fairly, but not necessarily equally. If your child has special needs, please let me know now. Self esteem is built by being skillful, appreciated, and responsible.

4. 5th Grade Goals Become more like Jesus Learn all 5th grade outcomes Become responsible for own learning

5. The 5th Grade Job Be Respectful Jesus is our model We will obey school & class rules Be Prepared Develop the talents God has given you We start class at 7:50 Homework is due at the beginning of class Unless sick, be in school on school day Be Safe

6. Discipline Correct your child and s/he will delight your soul. Prov. 29:17 What would Jesus do?

7. Cognitive Discipline Behavior stems from needs, survival, belonging, recognition, power self actualization. Recognize and regret hurting oneself or another Choose a positive way to get needs met Choose good actions because of how you define yourself, not for fear of punishment or rewards.

8. Organization #1- Portfolio 1st section (VIP) Very Important Papers-Parent check daily for upcoming events 2nd Leave at home- graded papers, leave at home ___Parents please don’t take anything out of any other section of the portfolio 3rd Homework to do 4th Completed homework 5th Social Studies -graded homework, use to study for test 6th- Science- graded homework, use to study for test 7th - Projects - papers for long term projects

9. Organization #2 -Planner Check & Sign at least the first quarter Abbreviations in planner HO- handout C- chapter p-page L- lesson GO- graphic organizer Wk.bk.- workbook HW - homework Abbreviations on Homework AQA-answer question asked P- penmanship S-satisfactory

10. After an absence Student has one day for each day of absence to return homework Hand in makeup homework! After prayers, (during lunch count) I’m at my desk Note It is difficult to makeup what is missed in class.

11. Teachers by Subject Mrs. Harding -Reading and Grammar to my students. Mrs. Bassett- Math & Rocket Math to Mrs. Harding’s students. I teach everything else including Writing to my homeroom.

12. Your child will compete with the whole world.

13. 15,000 hr. needed to cover outcomes k-12* 9000 hours are available during school Therefore, repetitions must be done at home SO….expect about 1 hour of homework

14. Help your child be successful It is frequently the most disciplined rather than the most gifted people who rise to the top .

16. How to help your child be successful Healthy breakfast, Nine (9) hours or more of sleep, No chaos at home…provide routines and family time. Garbage in from the media- garbage out from your child, One hour of study time with no distractions each night whether your student says s/he has homework or not. You've got 4 years left to fill the reservoir from which you will draw good will for the next 7 years

17. Help your child be successful Minimize Chaos in child’s life. Chaos prevents learning. Give child responsibilities

18. Help your child be successful Study Time Every night for 45min.-1 hour It takes 15 repetitions to “own” info. No distractions What to do? Homework (Yes, students must show their work in math.) No TV No phone

19. If child says “I have no homework!” study these: Practice Math Facts Practice vocabulary for Social Studies or Science chapter Concepts from North Central. Work ahead in spelling, or on projects Study for a contest

20. Rocket Math Practice All Math facts should have been mastered by the end of 4th grade. Take home tests on the desk. Practice as suggested on sheet . Laminated Practice Set - Practice a letter set until your child can do the problems in one minute

21. Reward in Math Build a sculpture Magnets for facts Other pieces for being prepared for math class All pieces must come from school, and are taken home at the end of the year

22. Science Study chapter’s vocabulary. Watch Educational Channel- Discovery, Animal, PBS, Weather. Watch Science programs-Myth Busters, How do they make that? Have you child help with cooking & maintenance . Take apart broken items. Take the time to observe nature.

23. Social Studies Memorize vocabulary. Watch and read political news. Use maps & Visit historic and geographic sites.

24. American Hero Each student will be given a hero to research. S/he will research, write a paper and present his/her hero to the class.

25. State Assessments Excellence doesn’t come easily. We build up to peak performance. Therefore, please do not take your child out of school right before or after spring break .

26. Additional Challenges Math contest - selected in Oct ., contest in March Spelling Bee -c lass Contest before Christmas Geography Bee-c lass Contest before Christmas Tar Wars Poster - assignment in March 2007 1st and 3rd State Tar Wars Poster Winners

27. Becoming a contestant Math contest - Students choosing to participate can get study guides. Those who do best on the class test will represent class at the March competition. Spelling Bee - Students choosing to participate will all be given the same words. The two who miss the least will represent the class. Geography Bee - Students choosing to participate will all be given the same test. The two who miss the least will represent the class. Tar Wars Poster - All students start their posters in class Posters. 2007-MPHM had 1st and 3rd place winners in the state

28. Science Fair In March Every child must do an EXPERIMENT, not a demonstration Only work with another student if it can be done outside of school time

29. FYI Lunch visits- Students have quiet lunch until 11:00. If you would like to have lunch with your child, you may use an empty table by the serving line to visit. Appointments-The best time for appointments is during lunch10:45-11:30, or after 2:30.

30. Dress Code Uniforms- The purpose is to “foster self-respect, modesty and appropriate behavior which enhance a positive Christian image..” Students may wear only uniform bottoms and shirts . Skirts /shorts must be no shorter the 2” above the knee. Shirts must be tucked ” while on parish grounds”. Any bottoms that have loops must have a belt worn with it.. Only solid colored socks that compliment the uniforms are to be worn.

31. Field Trips Oct.15 -Stone Nature Center Oct. 7 - Vocation Day March - Capitol building & Judicial Center Maybe -Waste treatment plant Please help by signing up to be a driver

32. Celebrations BAPTISM anniversary May bring HEALTHY treat (no pop) Please sign form that’s on the front board Christmas-30 min party & treat Valentines Day- card for everyone in the class Field Day- drink and snack

33. Communication Probably the most efficient method is E-mail [email_address] Please email me your address Please put child’s name in subject area

34. Reminder Take home tonight: Rocket math test Email me at ritabassett @hotmail.com with your email address and telephone number, and any information I should know about your child.