WELCOME TO ORANGE CHARTER SCHOOL!

Thank you for taking the time to visit with us today!

WHY OCS? K-8 A tradition of excellence since 1997 Small class sizes Personalized attention Community-oriented, family feel STEAM!

CURRICULUM Common Core Standards for English-

Language Arts and Mathematics NC Essential Standards for Science and

Social Studies Social-Emotional Education-the

importance of play!

WHAT IS STEAM? Science Technology Engineering Arts Mathematics

CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT Responsive Classroom-clearly defined

expectations Positive reinforcement Bonus Bucks We are FAMILY Clips Character Education

SCHEDULEA typical day includes: Mathematics (45 minutes) Literacy Block (90 minutes) Science/Social Studies Themes (40

minutes) 2 Specials daily (Music, Art, Spanish,

PE, Guidance) Snack and Lunch Recess (30 minutes) Rest Time or D.E.A.R. (30 minutes) Morning Meet and Closing Meet (40

minutes)

EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION

Is engaging, hands-on, incorporates Gardner’s Multiple Intelligences Theory of Learning, and is FUN!

TECHNOLOGYKindergarten currently has a Smartboard, one iPod, two iPads, and four laptop computers! Students interact with and utilize technology on a daily basis.

ABOUT YOUR TEACHERSMrs. Wendy Geise

M.Ed in Early Childhood Ed. /Literacy Certified Pre-K through 6th Elementary and

7-9th Science; Certified STEAM educator Over 11 years classroom experience in GA

and NC (K, 3rd, 5th, 7th) Varied career includes Program/Content

Creator at Georgia Aquarium and Manager with Whole Foods Market!

Mrs. Allison Weislak Assistant who has worked at OCS since its

inception in 1997. Both daughters attended OCS!

IS MY CHILD READY?Developmentally

Can separate Personal care Group setting Fine motor skills Gross motor skills Can follow

directions Expresses

feelings

Academically Writing-name and

letters Letter

recognition/sounds

Numbers 1-10 Shapes and colors

IS OCS THE RIGHT FIT? Must pack nutritious lunch/snack each

day Limited bus service No on site after school program Project-based Learning School hours 8:00-3:00 Volunteering-3 hours per month

? ? ? Q & A ? ? ?Now you know a little more about what to

expect. Please check out our website for much

more information! http://mrsgeiseskindergarten.webs.com/