Saturday, August 25, 2012
Sunday, August 19, 2012
Week of August 20
Welcome to Week 3!
We will be focusing on the following topics:
Social Studies: Georgia, United States, compass rose, American symbols (the flag, Liberty Bell, Statue of Liberty, The Great Seal, The White House, an Eagle, etc.) *Test on Friday*
Math: Calendar, introducing math materials, weather and temperature
Phonics: Finishing poppers (p, b, t, d, ch, j, k, g) , beginning leakers (f, v, s, z, sh, zh, th, th)
Reading: Predictions, sequence of events, characters and setting. *Test over the story, "I Can! Can You?" on Friday*
Writing: Using a graphic organizer to organize ideas
We will be focusing on the following topics:
Social Studies: Georgia, United States, compass rose, American symbols (the flag, Liberty Bell, Statue of Liberty, The Great Seal, The White House, an Eagle, etc.) *Test on Friday*
Math: Calendar, introducing math materials, weather and temperature
Phonics: Finishing poppers (p, b, t, d, ch, j, k, g) , beginning leakers (f, v, s, z, sh, zh, th, th)
Reading: Predictions, sequence of events, characters and setting. *Test over the story, "I Can! Can You?" on Friday*
Writing: Using a graphic organizer to organize ideas
Sunday, August 12, 2012
1st Grade in Rm 7!
Welcome to our classroom blog!
It is my goal that this website will be a useful resource to keep you updated on our classroom activities and provide answers to your questions. I will be sharing what we have been learning, posting pictures from our class, listing the weekly homework assignments, and making classroom announcements.
Please check this blog regularly for updates!
It is my goal that this website will be a useful resource to keep you updated on our classroom activities and provide answers to your questions. I will be sharing what we have been learning, posting pictures from our class, listing the weekly homework assignments, and making classroom announcements.
Please check this blog regularly for updates!
Class Roster
Deem
Brooklyn
Kelsey Bailey
Kelsey Brock
Emir
Ariana
Vincent
Nicholas
Aiden
Sophia
Ethan
Austin
Payton
Makayla
Ellie
Yoshua
Dillon
Tosin
Gabriella
Betsi
Arleny
Dory
Reza
John Lawson
Oliver
Brooklyn
Kelsey Bailey
Kelsey Brock
Emir
Ariana
Vincent
Nicholas
Aiden
Sophia
Ethan
Austin
Payton
Makayla
Ellie
Yoshua
Dillon
Tosin
Gabriella
Betsi
Arleny
Dory
Reza
John Lawson
Oliver
Sight words
Help your child become a fluent reader!
Below is a list of sight words that students should be able to read by the end of
first grade. Sight words are words that cannot be sounded out or are found
frequently in reading passages. When students are able to recognize these words
quickly they become more fluent readers.
(Click on the image to see a larger version)
SSEF
Overview & Mission
The Sarah Smith Education FoundationSupporting Every Classroom and Every Child
Our Mission
The Sarah Smith Education Foundation is a not-for-profit fundraising organization supporting the school’s pursuit of excellence in education. The funds we raise enrich the learning environment available to every classroom and every child at Sarah Smith Elementary. The generosity of our supporters allows us to offer a curriculum not available at any other public elementary school in Atlanta.
Investing in Education
Ten years ago, our administration dreamed of Sarah Smith becoming the world-class school that it is today. But in times of economic short falls, APS funding of curriculum is not always consistent. A gap existed between their vision and reality. In 2005, the SSEF was founded to give our school the ability to raise funds to reach longer-term academic goals. Over the years, support of the SSEF has grown and our students are reaping the benefits. With the generous support of our parents and community, in 2012-2013 the SSEF will spend just over $255,000 on curriculum and programs that make our school great. Please take a moment and check out the Curriculum Narrative. It is a comprehensive list of all programs that will receive funding in 2012-13.
Make Your Gift Today
Please help us to reach our goal, make your gift today!
Donate Here
I.B.
The I.B. Mission Statement
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.
These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
The Learner Profiles
Inquirers: They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.
Knowledgeable: They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.
Thinkers: They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
Communicators: They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.
Principled: They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.
Open-minded: They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.
Caring: They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.
Risk-takers: They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.
Balanced: They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others.
Reflective: They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.
First Grade IB units for the 2011-1012 School Year
Helping Others
Central Idea:
Helping those in need helps in understanding our rights and responsibilities
as members of a community.
Key concepts: function, connection, responsibility, reflection
Related concepts: citizenship, relationships, interdependence
Lines of inquiry
•Volunteerism
•How positive actions contribute to a caring community
•How one’s actions affect others
My Country/My World
Central Idea:
Understanding cultures helps us to better understand the world.
Key concepts: form, connection, perspective
Related concepts: diversity, measurement, acceptance
Lines of inquiry
•Similarities/differences among countries
•How countries influence each other
•Elements of a culture
Heroes
Central Idea:
Individuals, past and present, influence culture.
Key concepts: change, connection, perspective
Related concepts: pattern and function, magnetism, acceptance
Lines of inquiry
•Character traits of American heroes
•Lifestyles of past and present
•Why individual contributions can withstand the test of time.
Weather All Around
Central Idea:
Weather affects people’s lives.
Key concepts: form, change, causation
Related concepts: data handling, atmosphere, time
Lines of inquiry
•What is weather
•Instruments that measure weather
•Seasonal differences in weather
Working Together
Central Idea:
People in a community cooperate in order to address the needs of daily life.
Key concepts: function, connection, responsibility
Related concepts: communication, cooperation, number sense
Lines of inquiry
•The meaning of division of labor
•The purpose of dividing labor
•Respectful membership in a community
•Comparison of division of labor a home and at school
Animal Survival
Central Idea:
Animal groups have characteristics that lead to their survival.
Key concepts: form, function, causation, connection
Related concepts: conservation, habitat, shape and space
Lines of inquiry
•Physical characteristics of animals
•Animal classifications
•How animals adapt to their environment
Visit I.B.'s website at www.ibo.org
The International Baccalaureate aims to develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help to create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect.
To this end the organization works with schools, governments and international organizations to develop challenging programmes of international education and rigorous assessment.
These programmes encourage students across the world to become active, compassionate and lifelong learners who understand that other people, with their differences, can also be right.
The Learner Profiles
Inquirers: They develop their natural curiosity. They acquire the skills necessary to conduct inquiry and research and show independence in learning. They actively enjoy learning and this love of learning will be sustained throughout their lives.
Knowledgeable: They explore concepts, ideas and issues that have local and global significance. In so doing, they acquire in-depth knowledge and develop understanding across a broad and balanced range of disciplines.
Thinkers: They exercise initiative in applying thinking skills critically and creatively to recognize and approach complex problems, and make reasoned, ethical decisions.
Communicators: They understand and express ideas and information confidently and creatively in more than one language and in a variety of modes of communication. They work effectively and willingly in collaboration with others.
Principled: They act with integrity and honesty, with a strong sense of fairness, justice and respect for the dignity of the individual, groups and communities. They take responsibility for their own actions and the consequences that accompany them.
Open-minded: They understand and appreciate their own cultures and personal histories, and are open to the perspectives, values and traditions of other individuals and communities. They are accustomed to seeking and evaluating a range of points of view, and are willing to grow from the experience.
Caring: They show empathy, compassion and respect towards the needs and feelings of others. They have a personal commitment to service, and act to make a positive difference to the lives of others and to the environment.
Risk-takers: They approach unfamiliar situations and uncertainty with courage and forethought, and have the independence of spirit to explore new roles, ideas and strategies. They are brave and articulate in defending their beliefs.
Balanced: They understand the importance of intellectual, physical and emotional balance to achieve personal well-being for themselves and others.
Reflective: They give thoughtful consideration to their own learning and experience. They are able to assess and understand their strengths and limitations in order to support their learning and personal development.
First Grade IB units for the 2011-1012 School Year
Helping Others
Central Idea:
Helping those in need helps in understanding our rights and responsibilities
as members of a community.
Key concepts: function, connection, responsibility, reflection
Related concepts: citizenship, relationships, interdependence
Lines of inquiry
•Volunteerism
•How positive actions contribute to a caring community
•How one’s actions affect others
My Country/My World
Central Idea:
Understanding cultures helps us to better understand the world.
Key concepts: form, connection, perspective
Related concepts: diversity, measurement, acceptance
Lines of inquiry
•Similarities/differences among countries
•How countries influence each other
•Elements of a culture
Heroes
Central Idea:
Individuals, past and present, influence culture.
Key concepts: change, connection, perspective
Related concepts: pattern and function, magnetism, acceptance
Lines of inquiry
•Character traits of American heroes
•Lifestyles of past and present
•Why individual contributions can withstand the test of time.
Weather All Around
Central Idea:
Weather affects people’s lives.
Key concepts: form, change, causation
Related concepts: data handling, atmosphere, time
Lines of inquiry
•What is weather
•Instruments that measure weather
•Seasonal differences in weather
Working Together
Central Idea:
People in a community cooperate in order to address the needs of daily life.
Key concepts: function, connection, responsibility
Related concepts: communication, cooperation, number sense
Lines of inquiry
•The meaning of division of labor
•The purpose of dividing labor
•Respectful membership in a community
•Comparison of division of labor a home and at school
Animal Survival
Central Idea:
Animal groups have characteristics that lead to their survival.
Key concepts: form, function, causation, connection
Related concepts: conservation, habitat, shape and space
Lines of inquiry
•Physical characteristics of animals
•Animal classifications
•How animals adapt to their environment
Visit I.B.'s website at www.ibo.org
Wishlist
Quart-size zip lock bags
Scotch tape (just the roll of tape without the dispenser)
Crayola crayons
Gift card to Lakeshore Learning :)
Scotch tape (just the roll of tape without the dispenser)
Crayola crayons
Gift card to Lakeshore Learning :)
Classroom Procedures
Our school day starts at 8:00 a.m. and ends at 2:30 p.m. Please plan accordingly.
Due to our early lunch, we have snack time every day at 12:40 p.m. Please send a daily nutritious snack with your child.
We love celebrating birthdays! You are welcome to bring a special birthday treat for the class to enjoy. No candles, please. Any birthday treats will be shared at 1:50 p.m. to avoid an interruption to our instructional schedule. Birthday party invitations may also be handed out as long as EVERY child receives one. We do not want any kids to feel left out!
Due to our early lunch, we have snack time every day at 12:40 p.m. Please send a daily nutritious snack with your child.
We love celebrating birthdays! You are welcome to bring a special birthday treat for the class to enjoy. No candles, please. Any birthday treats will be shared at 1:50 p.m. to avoid an interruption to our instructional schedule. Birthday party invitations may also be handed out as long as EVERY child receives one. We do not want any kids to feel left out!
Your child will have homework Monday through Thursday. Homework will consist of work that reinforces the skills taught at school in Math, Language Arts, Social Studies or Science. Some of it may require your help, but most homework will be something your child can complete independently. Homework needs to be turned in the following day. I will not assign grades to this work but I will record that it was completed and turned in on time. Every three weeks we will complete a Junior Great Book story so there will be additional reading assigned. Reading for at least ten minutes every night and practicing basic math facts is also an expectation in our classroom to benefit your child. Thank you for helping your child with this responsibility.
You will receive progress reports on Friday every two weeks. These reports will give you a general idea of things your child needs to work on at home, as well as let you know the areas in which your child is excelling. This will also include any necessary notes to be reviewed and signed by you. Please sign and return this weekly report form on Monday.
Saturday, August 11, 2012
About The Teacher
Hello! My name is Jeannie Chin and I would like to welcome you to first grade at Sarah Smith Elementary. I am THRILLED to have your child in my class. We will be learning a LOT and I have so many fun and exciting things planned for this year!
I received my bachelors degree in journalism from the University of Georgia and my masters degree in elementary education from Niagara University in New York. I am certified to teach Pre-K through 8th grade in both New York and Georgia. Before attending graduate school, I spent time teaching English to adults overseas. I absolutely LOVE teaching. I can’t imagine pursuing any other career. I am very excited about teaching first grade here at Sarah Smith!
I look forward to working with you and your child. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. I can be reached at jchin@atlanta.k12.ga.us or you may leave me a message with the school and I will return your call as soon as I can. (404.802.3850)
Thank you for your support!
- Ms. Chin
TRAVELING, my family and friends, teal, peanut buttery chocolate and dark chocolate, children's books, trying new things and the television show "Friends" (I have the whole season!) .
(St. Malo, France)
I received my bachelors degree in journalism from the University of Georgia and my masters degree in elementary education from Niagara University in New York. I am certified to teach Pre-K through 8th grade in both New York and Georgia. Before attending graduate school, I spent time teaching English to adults overseas. I absolutely LOVE teaching. I can’t imagine pursuing any other career. I am very excited about teaching first grade here at Sarah Smith!
I look forward to working with you and your child. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions. I can be reached at jchin@atlanta.k12.ga.us or you may leave me a message with the school and I will return your call as soon as I can. (404.802.3850)
Thank you for your support!
- Ms. Chin
Some of my favorite things:
TRAVELING, my family and friends, teal, peanut buttery chocolate and dark chocolate, children's books, trying new things and the television show "Friends" (I have the whole season!) .
(St. Malo, France)
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