CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

Our elementary school curriculum covers language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, and arts. Students will develop reading, writing, and math skills, explore scientific concepts, engage with history, and develop a global perspective through geography. They will also have opportunities for creative expression in visual arts, music, and drama. Our goal is to provide a well-rounded education that prepares students for academic success while fostering curiosity and a love for learning.

HOMEWORK POLICY

At the beginning of the school year, homework will not be sent home daily. Work that is not finished during the school day will become homework.

As routines and schedules are learned, students will be sent home with weekly homework assignments. More information will be provided at that time.

GRADES

Our district utilizes Standard-Based Grading. Below is what the grades will look like on Tyler, rather than percentages…

EX (Exceeding): In addition to the “Meets” criteria, student demonstrates more complex learning that goes beyond what was explicitly taught. It is rare for a student to achieve an EX, especially in the first two trimesters.

�ME (Meeting): Student consistently meets grade level standards. Student applies concepts at a proficient level. The goal for all students is to perform at an ME level by the end of the year.

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AP (Approaching): Student is approaching an understanding of grade level standards. Student applies concepts with support. It is common for students to receive an AP in their first two trimesters.

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BL (Below): Student is below in their understanding of grade level standards. Student does not apply concepts, even with additional support. Students in the BL range require heavy support to understand the specified standard.

TECHNOLOGY

Students are required to leave their iPad at school overnight to charge. They will not be bringing them home daily.

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We ask that you please keep a pair of extra “over-ear” headphones in your child’s locker. These tend to break very easily.

ARRIVAL AND DISMISSAL

Drop-off and Pick-up will be done at the horseshoe between Cumberland and Chippewa School. Students will go in/out of door #5 on the playground, near the slide.

PBIS

Cougar Code

   •Be Respectful                             

   •Be Responsible

   •Be Safe

   •Be a Buddy

PARENT INVOLVEMENT

Strong parent-teacher partnerships are crucial for student success. Your involvement in your child’s education is highly valued and welcomed in our classroom. There are various ways you can get involved, such as volunteering in-class activities, joining our parent-teacher organization, or attending school events. We encourage open communication, so please feel free to reach out with any questions, concerns, or suggestions. Together, we can create a supportive and enriching learning environment for your child. Thank you for your ongoing support and collaboration!

FOOD REGULATION

Food is no longer allowed in the classroom for group consumption. This includes birthdays and holiday class parties.

�Alternative Birthday Treats Ideas

Pencils, stickers, erasers

*Do not feel obligated to send anything!

BREAKFAST AND LUNCH

A full meal including milk will be $3.05 this school year! Milk without lunch is $0.65. Breakfast will be served from 8:45-8:55 am for $1.50, in the lunchroom.

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Please make sure your child eats a good breakfast every morning.

FASTBRIDGE TESTING

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SECOND STEP

The 2nd Step program is for social emotional learning. They teach skills for getting along with others, promoting a safe and respectful environment where everyone can learn. Bully prevention is also taught through these programs which includes how to stop bullying, how to recognize, report and refuse bullying and being a bystander. These lessons will be taught about 1x a week.

INFINITE CAMPUS

https://www.infinitecampus.com/

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First Grade

Fall

Winter

Spring

early Reading

Word Segmenting

Nonsense Words

Sight Words 150

Sentence Reading

Word Segmenting

Nonsense Words

Sight Words 150

CBM Reading

Word Segmenting

Nonsense Words

Sight Words 150

CBM Reading

early Math

Decomposing- 1

Number Sequence- 1

Numeral ID- 1

Decomposing- 1

Number Sequence-1 

Place Value

Decomposing- 1

Place Value

Story Problems

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READING AT HOME

Before Reading

•Make it a warm, comforting activity

•Do a picture walk & predict what will happen

�During Reading

•Focus on making meaning

•Use context clues, picture clues, beginning sounds and chunking (word parts to decode unknown words)

�After Reading

•Summarize the events in order

•Identify text elements: characters, setting, problem/solution

•Compare the story with another book you’ve read

SPELLING

Spelling Lists

• Spelling pattern changes weekly

• Two high frequency words that do not       

   follow the spelling pattern

• Pre-Test given at the beginning of the year 

  to determine Group A or B list

•Group A – On Target List

•Group B – Challenge List                                     

•Spelling homework on Thursday

•Spelling test & new list home on Friday

MATH

Bridges

• Our math curriculum will follow district essential math standards listed on the curriculum map. Students will engage in whole group lessons, workplaces for independent group/partner work, and Number Corner. Homework will be given 2-3 times a week.

• Students will also use an online math program called I-Ready. These programs help us determine the strengths and weaknesses of your child’s math skills.  

HEALTH (TRIMESTER 1 ONLY)

•Feelings, germs, and drug/fire safety awareness

SCIENCE

•Plants and Animals Superpowers

•Lights and Sounds  (objects in the light and dark, vibrations make sound)

•Spinning Sky (sun, moon, and star patterns)

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SOCIAL STUDIES

• Unit 1:  Rules & Consequences 

• Unit 2: Community (why we need money, community,

community helpers, maps, goods & services )

• Unit 3: Changes Over Time

EL PUSH-IN MODEL

Mrs. Biega will push into the first-grade classrooms during English Language Arts and Math.  Mrs. Mullane, Mrs. Gonzalez, Mrs. Paolucci and Mrs. Biega engage students during small group and independent practice centers. The EL teacher helps all students based on their academic needs through:

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• Sensory supports such as real-life objects, illustrations, diagrams, and drawings.
• Graphic supports such as charts and graphic organizers
• Interactive supports such as working with partners and small groups

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This benefits all students since it maximizes student to student interactions and differentiated instruction.     

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TIME

ACTIVITY

9:00 – 9:10

SEL

9:10 – 10:10

MATH

10:10 – 10:40

WHOLE GROUP ELA

10:40 – 11:10

PHONICS/WRITING

11:10 – 11:40

WIN (WHAT I NEED)

11:40 – 12:10

NUMBER CORNER

12:10– 1:00

LUNCH/RECESS

1:00 – 1:10

MINDFULNESS

1:10 – 2:10

ELA ROTATIONS

2:10 – 3:10

SPECIALS

3:10 – 3:15

PACK-UP/DISMISSAL (MONDAYS ONLY)

3:10 – 3:25

SCIENCE/SOCIAL STUDIES

3:25 – 3:30

PACK-UP/DISMISSAL

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TIME

ACTIVITY

9:00 – 9:10

SEL

9:10 – 9:40

WIN (WHAT I NEED)

9:40 – 10:10

WHOLE GROUP ELA

10:10 – 11:10

ELA ROTATIONS

11:10 – 12:10

MATH

12:10– 1:00

LUNCH/RECESS

1:00 – 1:10

MINDFULNESS

1:10 – 1:40

PHONICS/WRITING

1:40 – 2:10

NUMBER CORNER

2:10 -3:10

SPECIALS

3:10 – 3:15

PACK-UP/DISMISSAL (MONDAYS ONLY)

3:10 – 3:25

SCIENCE/SOCIAL STUDIES

3:25 – 3:30

PACK-UP/DISMISSAL

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TIME

ACTIVITY

9:00 – 9:10

MORNING MEETING

9:10 – 10:10

ELA ROTATIONS

10:10 – 10:40

WHOLE GROUP ELA

10:40 – 11:10

PHONICS/WRITING

11:10 – 11:40

NUMBER CORNER

11:40 – 12:10

WIN (WHAT I NEED)

12:10– 1:00

LUNCH/RECESS

1:00 – 1:10

MINDFULNESS

1:10 – 2:10

MATH

2:10 – 3:10

SPECIALS

3:10 – 3:15

PACK-UP/DISMISSAL (MONDAYS ONLY)

3:10 – 3:25

SCIENCE/SOCIAL STUDIES

3:25 – 3:30

PACK-UP/DISMISSAL

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DAY

ACTIVITY

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MRS. MULLANE – ART

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MS. GONZALEZ – P.E./MUSIC

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MRS. PAOLUCCI – MUSIC/P.E.

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MRS. MULLANE – P.E./Music

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MS. GONZALEZ – ART

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MRS. PAOLUCCI – MUSIC

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MRS. MULLANE – LITERACY/P.E.

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MS. GONZALEZ – DRAMA/LITERACY

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MRS. PAOLUCCI – LITERACY/P.E./DRAMA

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MRS. MULLANE – P.E./DRAMA

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MS. GONZALEZ – P.E.

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MRS. PAOLUCCI – ART

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MRS. MULLANE – MUSIC/LITERACY

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MS. GONZALEZ – LITERACY/P.E./MUSIC

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MRS. PAOLUCCI – LITERACY/P.E.