Welcome to Back to School Night Orchard Hills

Welcome to Back to School Night Orchard Hills School Miss Johnston’s Class Room 6 -113

Meet Miss Johnston. . . · · Bachelor of Science in Child and Adolescent Studies from Cal State Fullerton Multiple Subject Credential from Azusa Pacific University 5 th year teaching 5 th grade Tustin Unified Substitute

Curriculum • Language Arts (A. R. , core novels, core literature, writing) • Math (number sense, algebra & functions, geometry, mathematical reasoning) • Physical Education (state fitness testing, weekly mile run, circuits, etc. ) • Visual Arts (Art Masters) • Music (Meet the Musicians) • Social Studies (states and capitals, , U. S. History) • Science (human body, changes of state, mixtures and solutions, weather, solar system, review of 4 th grade concepts- electricity, rocks and minerals, ecosystems) • D. A. R. E. • Technology (basic computer skills, web based projects, word processing skills)

Accelerated Reader. During the trimester, each student is required to take 3 quizzes at his/her IRL, within his/her ZPD. Passing scores are 80% and above. There is time in the computer lab and in class to take quizzes!

Our Daily Schedule Morning Business Grammar/Spelling RTI Math Recess Math NEST Lunch Silent Sustained Reading Science/Social Studies Wrap Up

N. E. S. T. NEST stands for: Nurturing Enrichment Study Time During NEST, students who need extra help in math or writing will receive intervention. Other students will rotate through various “enrichment” classes as they explore and find their passion and element.

Behavior Standards w Have respect w Act responsibly w Work together w Know your strengths w Stay safe

PBS MATRIX OUR SCHOOL RULES Have Respect Act Responsibly Work Together Know Your Strengths Stay Safe Classroom & Cafeteria / Playground MPR Lunch Area Use an inside Play fairly Listen to others voice Speak politely to & Wait quietly to Raise your hand about others buy lunch to speak Follow directions Use good Be a good listener of supervising manners & adults appropriate voice levels Hallways & Office Follow directions Use appropriate language Take care of school property Come prepared and organized Clean up after yourself Be on time & be ready Line up quietly after bell Play according to school rules Return all equipment Wait quietly Remember to Use quiet voices flush Come to school at Clean up after 8: 00 am & leave yourself on time Cooperate with teacher Be productive when working in small groups Take turns with equipment Practice good sportsmanship Set personal goals for the school year Track progress to determine if goals are being met Try out various outdoor activities Try out for various sports teams and find strengths Use materials appropriately Be aware of personal space Don’t invade another person’s personal space Use equipment correctly Adhere to boundaries Finish your lunch Wait to be excused Clean up after yourself Library & Computer Lab Respect the Leave your area privacy of others neat & organized Use the facilities Use appropriate quickly & quietly voice level Bathrooms Assemblies Enter and exit quietly Eyes on the presenter Show appreciation by clapping when appropriate Use computers Stay in assigned correctly area until Handle books with dismissed care Before & After School Be aware of teachers’ preparation times Be polite to others while waiting Report to assigned dismissal location promptly after school Share lunch Keep to the right Work together to Follow Take pride in your Set a good tables with others and allow others keep bathrooms librarian’s/comput classmates’ example for Be courteous to to pass neat and clean er instructor’s achievements others by waiting cafeteria staff Be considerate of Be mindful of directions when watching in your designated those in line with those waiting in Return books on music recitals, area you line time so others can plays, etc. read them too Join after school Self-monitor your Honor the privacy Read different Be an active Grow in your programs, see behavior and see of others and be book genres to listener; find out areas of strength which ones you where your aware of your see what you like what interests you when you are in like best personal ability to show best most school and when Participate in challenges lie respect Do your best on you are not. lunchtime computer programs assessments Report spills to an Walk only in Walk Keep these areas Keep hands, feet, Remain in adult designated areas Wash your hands free from all food and objects to designated areas Walk Keep hands, feet, and drinks yourself Only use the and objects to playground when yourself a teacher is supervising you

Discipline Policy · · Johnston’s Jackpot Rewards & Fines · Table points · Individual rewards and consequences · Auctions · Hawk Bucks (PBS Store) · Raffle Tickets · Discipline Referrals (minor and major) · Bench Slips (5 = minor referral)

Homework Policy · · · Must be on time. Must be complete. Must be neat. Must be done to the best of your ability. After 1 st trimester late work is half credit

Birthday Celebrations It is our school policy to not have any birthday celebrations at school. Please do not send in any treats (such as cakes, cupcakes, and etc), as they will be turned away. Sending in simple goody bags (without any edible items) are allowed.

Please NO Peanuts or Tree Nuts

Birthday Book Club Commemorate your student’s birthday with a donation to our school library collection! Birthday Book donations will be recognized in the library during your student's birthday month. Thank you for your donation to Orchard Hills' Library! Questions, please call Mrs. Lawver (714) 430 -2078

PTO Thank you for signing up and for participating in OH membership and pledge drives! PTO Membership Contest 5 th grade class with the most participation wins coupons for FREE slushies at the snack bar Pieplow – 76% Root & Platt – 65% Fano – 64% Pledge Drive Johnston & Chung – 62% Sangster – 56% $1000 = FREE i. Pad 2 $250 = 30 raffle tickets for i. Pad 2 drawing $100 = 10 raffle tickets for i. Pad 2 drawing Items Funded by PTO include: i. Pads in classrooms, library books, computers, science kits, AR program, Art Masters, classroom books and materials, etc.

Field Trips Outdoor Science Camp March 5 -8 (4 days) Approx. $200 Mixed Bag fundraiser More info to come. . . Knott’s Soak City (To be determined) Walk through the Revolution (to be determined) Christy Lane Dance “I’m Going to College Day” Who: UCLA vs. Utah When: Saturday, October 13 th Time: TBD Where: Rose Bowl in Pasadena Tickets: FREE!!!!! (Mrs. Pieplow has 150 tickets and when they are gone, they are gone!)

How You Can Help… In the Class… Prepping materials Photocopying Art Masters Working with small groups Computer Lab/Library P. E. Helpers (Wednesdays and Fridays) At Home… Read with your child. Check Homework regularly. Communicate with the teacher by note, phone or email. Provide a quiet study space free of distractions.

Home/School Communication Friday Folders © Weekly Reports © Classroom and Grade Level Website http: //tusd. haikulearning. com/nchung/nancychung 1/c ms_page/view/2217422 Online Grades Jupiter. Grades Email © Telephone ©

How To Contact Me. . . Orchard Hills 714) 430 -2078 Room 6 -113 E-mail Address: cjohnston@tustin. k 1 2. ca. us

Thank You Don’t forget. . . For Coming! • Sign in Sheet is on front table • Sign up for a Fall Conference Time • Sign the roster for the room parents