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Welcome!2012-2013 School Year

Doyle ElementaryMrs. Denton

Fifth Grade

We are looking for volunteers. If you interested in helping out, please sign-up on the paper on your child’s desk. Thank you!

What Dollars for Doyle Supports

inFifth Grade

 

Homework Books

Recess Equipment

Young Authors/ Speakers

Aids Presentation 

Nova Presentation: Cyber Safety

Music Programs(busses to Wesley Retirement

Community)

Reading Olympics (busses to competition)

Technology (Smart boards, laptops,

document cameras)

Soaring Eagle Assemblies

Art Goes to School

Art Mobile

Field Trip Support

Library Support Books/Magazines

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About Me

Centennial School District 2nd Grade Student Teacher

Archdiocese of Philadelphia 5th Grade Teacher

Central Bucks School District 5th Grade Teacher 3rd Grade Teacher 6th Grade Teacher 2nd Grade Teacher

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About Me

Education West Chester University

West Chester, PA Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education

St. Joseph’s University Philadelphia, PA Master Degree in Instructional Technology

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About Me

Raised in Warminster along with my three brothers

Married to my wonderful husband, Jason

I am the proud mommy of two children– Delaney, 9 years old and Riley,8 years old

I enjoy surprise visits at school from my husband and children

Avid Eagles and Flyers fan

Sign-Ups/Important Dates

Please sign up to volunteer in our classroom!Your help is greatly appreciated!!

Save the Dates- Celebrate Education Week – 10/15 – 10/19 PSSA Testing – Reading and Math: April 8-12 PSSA Testing Writing: March 11-15

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Reading

LEAD 21 Comprehension Toolkit Reader’s Workshop Book Conferences Blend of fiction and non-

fiction materials

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Language Arts Emphasis on writing process Being a Writer series to support students as

a resource Five Criteria Focus Content Organization Conventions Style Blend of Grammar and Writing

Portfolio Collection Integration with all subject areas

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Spelling

Connects spelling to: thinking, vocabulary development, reading, and writing

Units will correlate with word structure lessons in reading

Unit assessed each Friday

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Mathematics

Everyday Math- Spiral approachCommunicationMultiple paths to a correct

answerProblem solving Higher level thinkingMIC (Math Investigation Centers)

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Mathematics

4th grade report card: at least 2 As and a B (4th MP grade must be an A)

4th grade EOY test – 90% or higher

Teacher recommendation 4th grade PSSA score above

1708

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Science

Curriculum www.sciencecompanion.com

Inquiry-based program that provides hands-on investigations

Units include: Weather, Nature’s Recyclers, and Energy

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Social Studies

Social Studies Alive Units include: Geography,

Explorers, Revolutionary War, Constitution, Native Americans, and Westward Expansion

Current Events – Story Works and Brainpop

Research activities

Technology

Computer lab, Laptop cart, Smartboard

Focus on:Word processing – Microsoft WordPresentation skills – PowerPointResearch skills – Library, InternetDigital Storytelling – Photo Story,

Windows Movie MakerWeb 2.0 - Blogging

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Classroom Schedules

School hours: 8:35-3:15 Arrival

Seated by 8:35Morning workSilent during announcements

DismissalPrepare at 3:05Quiet during dismissal

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Classroom Schedules

Daily Schedule - Mon-WedReadingSpecialsLanguage Arts

Working SnackScience/Social Studies Lunch/RecessMath

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Classroom Schedules

Daily Schedule - Thurs-FriReadingSpecialsScience/Social Studies Language Arts

Working SnackLunch/RecessMath

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Classroom Schedules

Specials Art Monday

10:15=10:55 Music Tuesday 9:30-10:10 Gym Wednesday 10:15-10:55 Computer Lab Thursday 10:15-10:55 Library Friday 10:15-10:55

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Homework

Why I assign homework? When will homework be assigned? Student’s homework

responsibilities Teacher’s homework

responsibilities Parent’s homework responsibilities If students do not complete

homework

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Organizational System

Use of notebooks Use of folders for each subject Homework Planner

Expectations

Following the “Doyle 5” –RespectResponsibilityCooperationCitizenshipAcademics

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Positive Incentives Marble jar reward system Student Chart Wing tips Treasure chest

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Consequences Loss of recess Parent communication Conduct Notice Behavior Notice

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Classroom Policies

NotesAbsentDismissalHomework

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Parent Conferences

Conference schedule Expectations for parent

conferences I can be reached by:

E-mail:kdenton@cbsd.org Phone: 267-893-4300 ext. 4323 I will return messages as soon as possible

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Summary

Looking forward to a great year! Questions