This document provides information from a "Meet the Teacher" evening presented by Kirsty Court. Kirsty is beginning her fifth year of teaching and has been at the current school since graduating. She believes in ensuring every child reaches their full potential. The document outlines Kirsty's expectations, policies, and learning program for the upcoming year. It provides details on curriculum, homework, assessments and communication between teachers and parents.

1. ParentParent
InformationInformation
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2. Meet the Teacher – Kirsty CourtMeet the Teacher – Kirsty Court
 This is my fifth year of teaching.
 I have been at Wattle Grove since
graduating from ECU.
 I was an Education Assistant for 8 years
prior to completing my teaching degree.
 I have 3 children (18, 16, and 10).
 I was re-married in 2015, hence the name
change.

3. Meet the Teacher – Kirsty CourtMeet the Teacher – Kirsty Court
I believe every child can
achieve. My job is to ensure they
reach their full potential.
Every child matters to me,
everyday!

4. Meet the Teacher – Kirsty CourtMeet the Teacher – Kirsty Court
I believe I am open, honest and
approachable.
Whilst I believe in an open door
policy, if you require a longer
meeting, making an
appointment is preferable. I am
available most afternoons.

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6. ExpectationsExpectations
Prompt Arrival Time:
Please ensure your child arrives before 8:45am
(door opens at 8.30).
This gives them time to prepare for the day and
settle in before the bell goes.
It gives me time to assist with reading or areas of
need.
This helps students become organised and
independent.
Children need to collect their ‘Book Box’ and read
or finish any incomplete tasks (Work Alert).

7. UniformUniform
 All clothing must be clearly labelled
 Wattle Grove Polo, Green bottoms, black or
white shoes, black or white laces and black or
white socks (preferably)
 No School Hat – No Play
 Jewellery (studs in ears)
 Ribbons & clips (green or yellow)
 Tights & skivvies (green)
 Lost property bins are located outside the
library.

8. AttendanceAttendance
 At Wattle Grove Primary, we strive for a strong
attendance record.
 If your child is away for any reason, please notify
either me or the school office, by phone, email or
via the school app.
 Vacations during the school term are discouraged
and can significantly impact the continuity of your
child’s learning.
 If unavoidable, a written letter must be forwarded to
the principal, in advance, to be approved.

10. RewardsRewards
 Positive behaviour choices in Room 22 are
rewarded with the following:
• Group points/rewards
• Stickers/stamps
• Classroom certificates
• Lunchies
• Raffle Tickets/Treasure Box
• Brag Tags
• Showing work to buddy class or Administration
• Merit Certificates

11. ConsequencesConsequences
 If students are not following our classroom rules
the following consequences are in place:
1. Verbal warning and name recorded on the
whiteboard.
2. Isolation in class (x).
3. Isolation in another class (xx) with reflection sheet
and work.
4. Sent to Administration with documented slip and
parents will be notified.

12. Learning ProgramLearning Program
At Wattle Grove, learning programs
are planned collaboratively and
although teaching styles might be
slightly different, the outcomes will be
the same across all classrooms.
We aim to have as much consistency
across the classes as possible.

13. Who will teach your child?Who will teach your child?
 Mrs Kirsty CourtMrs Kirsty Court
Specialist Teachers:Specialist Teachers:
 Mrs Oliver – Physical EducationMrs Oliver – Physical Education
 Ms Randall – Visual ArtsMs Randall – Visual Arts
 Mr Honey– MusicMr Honey– Music
 Signora Isaia – ItalianSignora Isaia – Italian
 Mrs Pomatti – LibraryMrs Pomatti – Library

14. Room 22 TimetableRoom 22 Timetable
 Daily morning fitnessDaily morning fitness
 Daily Literacy and Numeracy BlocksDaily Literacy and Numeracy Blocks
 VCOP/Big Writing BlocksVCOP/Big Writing Blocks
 Integrated Studies (Science, History, Geography)Integrated Studies (Science, History, Geography)
 Monday – ItalianMonday – Italian
 Wednesday – Art (odd weeks)Wednesday – Art (odd weeks)
 Thursday – Music & LibraryThursday – Music & Library
 Friday - SportFriday - Sport

15. Wattle Grove Code ofWattle Grove Code of
ConductConduct
Be responsible & respectful
Be cooperative
Look after property
Play in a safe manner
Speak appropriately & politely

16. Learning Teams!Learning Teams!
 Kagan Cooperative Learning
 5 weeks
 Mixed ability
 Job Roles
 Working together positively
 Literacy & Numeracy Blocks

17. Year 1 TargetsYear 1 Targets
Literacy Standards:
- Read 200 Sitton sight words
- Spell 150 Sitton sight words
- Write texts, using topic specific vocabulary
- Recount, narrative and persuasive texts. VCOP is continuing to
be implemented this year.
- Have solid comprehension skills.
Numeracy Standards:
- Orally count forwards and back to 200
- Able to identify number sequences that increase and
decrease by twos, threes, fives and tens from any
starting point.
- skip count by 2, 5 & 10 times tables
- PR1ME will continue to be implemented this year
Reporting on the Australian Curriculum

18. Year 2 TargetsYear 2 Targets
Literacy Standards:
- Read 300 Sitton sight words
- Spell 250 Sitton sight words
- Write more detailed texts, using more advanced vocabulary
and paragraphs
- Recount, narrative and persuasive texts. VCOP is continuing to
be implemented this year.
- Have solid comprehension skills.
Numeracy Standards:
- Orally count forwards and back to 1000
- Able to identify number sequences that increase and
decrease by twos, threes, fives and tens from any
starting point.
- 2, 5 & 10 times tables (Prime Maths – 2, 3, 4, 5, 10)
Reporting on the Australian Curriculum

19. Planning, Teaching andPlanning, Teaching and
AssessingAssessing
Testing
Spelling words:
• Weekly dictation sentences.
All other areas:
• Variety of testing types fortnightly or after
each unit of work.
• Tests will be kept in each student’s test book.
• Tests are consistent throughout all Year 1 and 2
classes
classes.
• Principal’s Challenge at the end of each term.

20. HomeworkHomework
EXPECTED:
•Home Reading
•Spelling
•Wednesday Word Problem (Tues night)
•TALK Homework (Weds night)
OPTIONS:
•Study ladder
•Times tables
Homework will be given and
each Monday and due Friday

21. HomeworkHomework
• Students are expected to read daily
(even on the weekends if possible!) for
about10 minutes. Please record this in
their Motivation Book, which is brought
to school daily.
• It is crucial to develop your child’s
reading that you ask them
comprehension questions after
reading.

22. HomeworkHomework
As part of WGPS commitment to improve our Literacy
results we have introduced a new program called VCOP
V – Vocabulary C – Connectives O – Openers
P - Punctuation.
Each Wednesday, your child will bring home a
writing stimulus (We call this Talk Homework).
Together, you need to discuss the stimulus and
get their ideas flowing. On the stimulus will be
some sample questions. The following day,
they will share their discussions with the class.
The point of this exercise is to talk and build
ideas and vocabulary. Student DO NOT write
anything down it is purely a talking exercise.

23. Homework - SpellingHomework - Spelling
New words entered in on the weekly
Motivation Sheet each Monday.
Please practise these words each night
using the daily schedule in their
Motivation Book. Children are familiar
with these activities.
Motivation Books need to be returned
each day.
Spelling test will be in dictation and be
done on the Monday.

24. Homework - MathsHomework - Maths
Wednesday Word Problems are sent
home on Tuesday night and must be
returned to school the next day.
Our class uses CUBES as a problem solving
method.
There is also a maths component on the
weekly Motivation Sheet, revising content
taught during the week.

25. BirthdaysBirthdays
Birthdays are an important event in the
lives of children and I encourage
celebration.
Some children like to bring a cake to class
to share with their
friends, however, if possible please send
cupcakes as they are much easier to give
out. I always give these at the end of the
day so that parents can make a
judgement.

26. Parent HelpParent Help
Parent assistance in the classroom can help enrich the
classroom program. If our class needs parent volunteers at
any stage during the year I will put a notice up on the class
blog and outside the classroom.
Please sign in at the front office when you are coming into
the classroom as a parent helper. This ensures our
administration is informed about exactly who is in the school
in case of an emergency. Parents who wish to help in the
classroom also need to complete a Statutory Declaration
form at the office each year.

27. Parent CommunicationParent Communication
It is very important that teachers and parents work together
as a team to create the best possible outcomes for all
students. Please help us by following up on any notes and
homework that may have been given out.
It is also imperative that you feel comfortable to
communicate any concerns or queries to me. I am
available for meetings, by appointment, before or after
school, except for Tuesday
afternoons.
Our class blog contains any important
messages and information about our
class programs.

28. Thank you!Thank you!
Thank you for your time.
I am looking forward to fantastic
year in Room 22!

31. Amelia went to her
farm. She had 12
horses. Her neighbour
gave her 7 more.
How many horses does
Amelia have
altogether? +

32.  Read the question
with your child
 Discuss what it
means
 What the question
is asking them to
do?
 Encourage them
to show their
‘working out’
under each
question