2^nd Grade�Back to School Night

Welcome Live Oak Parents!

2^nd Grade Curriculum

• Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA)
• Math
• Science
• Social Studies

• PE
• Art/ Music/Library
• Technology
• Social Skills/ Social Emotional Learning

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Social Emotional Learning

Class activities will highlight:

• Inclusion/ Diversity
• Empathy/ Critical Thinking Communication
• Problem Solving
• Peer Relationships
• Mindfulness
• Social Justice (Identity, Diversity, Justice, Action)
• Growth Mindset

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Writing

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Grade level focus

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• Narratives
• Opinion
• Informative

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Reading

Grade level focus

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• Phonics
• Vocabulary
• Fluency
• Comprehension

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Math

• Eureka Math Curriculum
• Memorize basic addition and subtraction facts to 20
• Hands on learning and using Math manipulatives and games
• Focus on problem solving

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Science

• NGSS Standards/Twig Curriculum

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• We will be using district adopted Twig and Mystery Science curriculum.
• Twig Module 1: Earth Science
• Twig Module 2: Physical Science
• Twig Module 3: Earth Science/Engineering
• Twig Module 4: Life Science

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Science Lab: Twice a week with

science specialist Ms. Gopolan

Social Studies

Areas of Focus

• Map Skills
• Families
• Civics and Government
• Economics
• Amazing Scientists
• Inspirational People

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PE, Music, Art, Library and Technology

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• PE- Once a week with PE specialist, Mr. Valjalo

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• Art with Mr. Shafer

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• Music with Ms. Harris

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• Technology: Integrating Chromebooks into the curriculum, learning to type, becoming digital citizens!

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• Library with Ms. LeGate: Once a week, please return books!

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2^nd Grade Homework

• 2^nd grade follows the district homework policy which limits the amount of homework given to students and discourages homework over weekends and breaks. http://www.srvusd.net/.

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• Homework will include nightly reading, start date TBD.
• More information to follow.

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Birthdays/Treats

Due to food allergies, edible/food birthday treats are not permitted.

If you would like to send something, please instead consider:

• Donating a book to the Live Oak Library
• Gift bags containing pencils, stickers,

or other fun non-food items

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**Please do not send invitations to the classroom.**

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Lunch Procedures

• Students can bring lunch, or lunch is provided by the school district for free for any child who would like it.
• Forgotten lunch may be dropped off in the office by 10:15am and picked up by your child in the “Forgotten Lunches” cart (inside of the MPR). Make sure lunch and snack bags are clearly labeled with your child’s name and room #.
• Please check the Child Nutrition website for menus.
• Especially on minimum days- please pack snacks to be eaten at recess.

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Drop off Before/After School

• Teachers are on duty 15 minutes before and 15 minutes after a school day.
• Students may NOT be on the playground before 7:45 am. Also, no one is allowed to play on the play structure or use swings before or after school.
• Carpool drop off/pick up in the kindergarten area is not available to drivers dropping off students. If you would like to use the kindergarten parking lot please park your car and walk to the gate to wait when dropping off or picking up your child.
• If you would like to carpool please drive to the front of the school to drop off your child.

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After School Pick up Procedures

• Front of school dismissal is for carpool only! Please no pedestrian pick up at carpool!!
• Be sure to display your child’s first name and grade on a placard on the passenger side dashboard/visor until your child is the car.
• Students in after school daycares will meet their Vanpools in the Kinder area after school.
• Kids’ Country students line up by Kindergarten fence and are checked in by Kids’ Country staff.
• Walkers can meet their parent/caregiver at either of the blacktop gates.

** Safety is always our main concern. Please support this by following the pick up procedures☺

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What to Expect in the First Weeks of School

• Getting to know you activities
• Community building
• Social Emotional Learning
• Assessment/Getting to know you Days

10 Reasons to Join Live Oak PTA

1. It’s good for your child - When parents are plugged in at school, children do better
2. It’s important to the school - PTA provides support to teachers and administrators, and they create a caring and supportive environment
3. You will get connected - No better way to know what is going on at school
4. You will be part of a network
5. You will make a difference - Be able to use your skills for a noble cause
6. It’s fun! - Be part of fun events, socials and get togethers!

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10 Reasons to Join Live Oak PTA

• You will be a role model
• You will help raise necessary funds - PTA fundraisers provide more educational services for children
• It’s flexible - There are variety of ways to get involved based on your time constraints
• It’s for every parent - Your voice and opinion matters!

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Please reach out to us at LIVEOAKPTA@GMAIL.COM

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Education Foundation

Thanks to all of you for your Live Oak Education Fund Donations!�    �Your student enjoys so many programs. Your donations to Ed Fund pays to provide paraeducators, music, art, and all your student’s school supplies!

If you haven’t had a chance or would like to donate more, there is still time.

Please go to our Ed Fund website or email us at loesfund@gmail.com.�    �Don’t forget about our corporate match!

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Thank you

EdFund!

Without EdFund Donations

Only possible with all of your

GENEROUS donations

To!

←UPPER GRADES→

←LOWER GRADES→

Let’s Have a Great Year! �

The 2^nd Grade Team:

D-6 Mrs. Quilici

D-7 Mr. Alvarez

E-2 Mrs. Saad

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