A Day in the Life of a Summit Drive Eagle
The education of your child is the responsibility of the school, the parents, and the students. The major objective is to provide the best learning environment for your child. This can best be accomplished by establishing an open school-home relationship. With your help, we will work for continuous growth in learning for your child. If you ever have any questions or concerns, please let me know!
Please read below to learn a little bit more about Mrs. Flowers' Classroom!
Class Schedule-
Daily Class Schedule (in person)
7:30-7:50 Come in, unpack, morning work, attendance, news show
7:50-8:20 Morning Meeting, Calendar, Leader in Me
8:20-8:50 Phonics & Word Study
8:50-9:50 Reading Workshop
9:50-10:30 Math
10:30-10:35 Bathroom break, wash hands
10:40-11:10 Lunch
11:10-11:25 Finish up math
11:30-11:50 Recess
11:50-12:00 Water/bathroom break
12:00-12:25 Social Studies/Science/Health
12:25-12:40 Begin Interactive Read Aloud
12:45-1:15 Related Arts
1:20-1:30 Finish Interactive Read Aloud
1:30-2:05 Writing
2:05-2:15 Clean up and dismiss
Schedule is subject to change*
Monday Folders-Each Monday your child will bring their blue Monday Folder home. It will contain that week's classroom newsletter as well as any other important handouts from the school.
*Folders will be going home each day your child attends school this year. So, if they come to school on Tuesdays, expect to see their blue folder in their backpack on Tuesday afternoons.
Homework- In First Grade we suggest every child read a minimum of 15 minutes each night for at least 4 nights per week. Research shows that reading a little every night is the most effective way to learn how to become an independent reader.
Leader in Me- At our school and in our classroom, students are proud to practice and take ownership of the 7 Habits!
The 7 Habits:
Habit 1: Be Proactive (You’re in Charge)
Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind (Have a Plan)
Habit 3: Put First Things First (Work First, Then Play)
Habit 4: Think Win-Win (Everyone Can Win)
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood (Listen Before You Talk)
Habit 6: Synergize (Together Is Better)
Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw (Balance Feels Best)
Classroom Behavior System- Your child’s behavior is very important to his/her learning. The children are responsible for their actions and choices. Here is a list of the rules your children helped develop for our class:
1. Follow directions quickly
2. Raise your hand for permission to speak
3. Raise your hand for permission to leave your seat
4. Respect yourself, others, and property
5. Make smart choices
Class Incentives- We have several incentives in place for demonstrating good character and positive behavior. Individually, your child is working on earning Classroom Dojo Points to go shopping in our class store. Students can earn Dojo Points by following classroom expectations or showing kindness to others. Students go shopping on Friday afternoons in the class store.
Report Cards- Report Cards will come home at the end of each quarter. Please return the report card envelope with your signature and keep the report card at home. Interim and progress reports will go home throughout the year. We will have conferences at the end of the first and third quarter.
GRADING GUIDELINES- The district's guidelines will be followed in every elementary school in Greenville County. The report card indicates whether your child is working on or below grade level in math and reading. Students will receive a grade of Q, M, P or L in penmanship, music, art or physical education to denote student performance. Students must have all A's and B's and S's in ungraded subjects to make the Honor Roll. Grading Scale for Grades K-1 M=The student consistently meets or exceeds end-of-year expectation for this standard P= The student shows expected growth/progress in meeting this end-of-year standard B= The student is beginning to progress forward meeting this end-of-year standard N= The student needs intensive support at school and home to develop this end-of-year standard Grading Scale for Grades 2-5: A=100-90 B= 89-80 C= 79-70 D= 69-60 F= 59-50 On interim progress reports (each quarter), actual grade will appear. On report card, floor will be calculated.
Conferences- While traditionally teachers hold conferences twice a year (during First and Third quarters), I want my families to always feel as though my door is always open. Whenever you would like to chat, whether it be over email, phone, or in person, I am available!
School Activities- School is an important community for your child. It’s a place where we support one another in the journey of learning that is taking place daily in our room. Our school will have MANY events planned throughout the year that will help you stay involved in your child’s educational development. These activities are important to your child so please plan on attending them if possible. Check our website often and mark down those important dates! You will enjoy every minute of it- I promise!
Volunteering in the Classroom- Volunteers are welcome in our classroom. All volunteers must complete the Volunteer Registration through Greenville County in order to work with the children. Please make sure you have done this if you plan to help out this year (this includes Field Trips). Let me know if you are interested in helping us throughout the day! Typically volunteers begin at the start of our 2nd Quarter.
VISITING CAMPUS- All visitors in the building, including parents and school volunteers, must sign in at the office at the Simple Track computer workstation. Visitors must wear either a "visitor pass" or "volunteer pass" while on campus. This regulation is for your child's protection. This will keep interruptions to a minimum and allow visitors in the building to be reached if necessary. Please only go to the areas in the building that you have indicated on the sign-in form. Parents are welcome at school any time. Arrangements must be made in advance with the principal and/or the teacher before visiting or observing in a classroom. Parents may not visit on our playground during recess time. This is a time that requires a teacher's undivided attention to his/her class. If there is a specific need to observe a child's social activity, it must be arranged with the teacher and principal.
Parties and Birthday Treats- Classroom parties are an exciting time for all children. To ensure that we are following district policy below are some simple guidelines: Teachers may have three parties in their classrooms during the year: December Holiday Party, Valentine's Day Party and an End of the Year party to be held during the last week of school. Healthy snacks are encouraged but not required. - On other holidays (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Spring Break) or birthdays, parents and/or teachers may serve other snacks at lunchtime in the cafeteria. The other holiday treats are limited to lunch treats and must be pre-arranged with the teacher and served at lunch. Please note, on these holidays you may prefer to give a treat bag to be sent home at the end of the day rather than a food treat in the cafeteria. - Birthday treats (no candles) may be provided at lunchtime in the cafeteria. Please send treats pre- cut so children can pass them out to the rest of the class, allowing teachers to eat their lunches. - No balloons/flowers will be delivered to classrooms. Recipients will be called to the office at the end of the day. Please remember that these items may not be carried on the bus. - Birthday party invitations may be distributed at school if they are given to every boy in the class or every girl in the class or the entire class. Per GCS policy, school employees are prohibited from assisting students with the distribution of birthday party invitations.
Transportation Reminder- Please remember to send in a note with your child for any transportation changes needed for the day; without a note, your child will have to go home using their regular method of transportation!
TRANSPORTATION CHANGE Please call the school office at 355-8800 before 1:30 should you need to make a change in student transportation. Be sure to call daycares to notify them of any changes. Remember to send your child's teacher a written note about such changes. All notes must state student's first and last name and teacher's name. Please submit all permanent transportation changes or changes in address to the front office in a prompt manner.
Thank you so much for your cooperation. I know that this is going to be a terrific year!!
Please read below to learn a little bit more about Mrs. Flowers' Classroom!
Class Schedule-
Daily Class Schedule (in person)
7:30-7:50 Come in, unpack, morning work, attendance, news show
7:50-8:20 Morning Meeting, Calendar, Leader in Me
8:20-8:50 Phonics & Word Study
8:50-9:50 Reading Workshop
9:50-10:30 Math
10:30-10:35 Bathroom break, wash hands
10:40-11:10 Lunch
11:10-11:25 Finish up math
11:30-11:50 Recess
11:50-12:00 Water/bathroom break
12:00-12:25 Social Studies/Science/Health
12:25-12:40 Begin Interactive Read Aloud
12:45-1:15 Related Arts
1:20-1:30 Finish Interactive Read Aloud
1:30-2:05 Writing
2:05-2:15 Clean up and dismiss
Schedule is subject to change*
Monday Folders-Each Monday your child will bring their blue Monday Folder home. It will contain that week's classroom newsletter as well as any other important handouts from the school.
*Folders will be going home each day your child attends school this year. So, if they come to school on Tuesdays, expect to see their blue folder in their backpack on Tuesday afternoons.
Homework- In First Grade we suggest every child read a minimum of 15 minutes each night for at least 4 nights per week. Research shows that reading a little every night is the most effective way to learn how to become an independent reader.
Leader in Me- At our school and in our classroom, students are proud to practice and take ownership of the 7 Habits!
The 7 Habits:
Habit 1: Be Proactive (You’re in Charge)
Habit 2: Begin With the End in Mind (Have a Plan)
Habit 3: Put First Things First (Work First, Then Play)
Habit 4: Think Win-Win (Everyone Can Win)
Habit 5: Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood (Listen Before You Talk)
Habit 6: Synergize (Together Is Better)
Habit 7: Sharpen the Saw (Balance Feels Best)
Classroom Behavior System- Your child’s behavior is very important to his/her learning. The children are responsible for their actions and choices. Here is a list of the rules your children helped develop for our class:
1. Follow directions quickly
2. Raise your hand for permission to speak
3. Raise your hand for permission to leave your seat
4. Respect yourself, others, and property
5. Make smart choices
Class Incentives- We have several incentives in place for demonstrating good character and positive behavior. Individually, your child is working on earning Classroom Dojo Points to go shopping in our class store. Students can earn Dojo Points by following classroom expectations or showing kindness to others. Students go shopping on Friday afternoons in the class store.
Report Cards- Report Cards will come home at the end of each quarter. Please return the report card envelope with your signature and keep the report card at home. Interim and progress reports will go home throughout the year. We will have conferences at the end of the first and third quarter.
GRADING GUIDELINES- The district's guidelines will be followed in every elementary school in Greenville County. The report card indicates whether your child is working on or below grade level in math and reading. Students will receive a grade of Q, M, P or L in penmanship, music, art or physical education to denote student performance. Students must have all A's and B's and S's in ungraded subjects to make the Honor Roll. Grading Scale for Grades K-1 M=The student consistently meets or exceeds end-of-year expectation for this standard P= The student shows expected growth/progress in meeting this end-of-year standard B= The student is beginning to progress forward meeting this end-of-year standard N= The student needs intensive support at school and home to develop this end-of-year standard Grading Scale for Grades 2-5: A=100-90 B= 89-80 C= 79-70 D= 69-60 F= 59-50 On interim progress reports (each quarter), actual grade will appear. On report card, floor will be calculated.
Conferences- While traditionally teachers hold conferences twice a year (during First and Third quarters), I want my families to always feel as though my door is always open. Whenever you would like to chat, whether it be over email, phone, or in person, I am available!
School Activities- School is an important community for your child. It’s a place where we support one another in the journey of learning that is taking place daily in our room. Our school will have MANY events planned throughout the year that will help you stay involved in your child’s educational development. These activities are important to your child so please plan on attending them if possible. Check our website often and mark down those important dates! You will enjoy every minute of it- I promise!
Volunteering in the Classroom- Volunteers are welcome in our classroom. All volunteers must complete the Volunteer Registration through Greenville County in order to work with the children. Please make sure you have done this if you plan to help out this year (this includes Field Trips). Let me know if you are interested in helping us throughout the day! Typically volunteers begin at the start of our 2nd Quarter.
VISITING CAMPUS- All visitors in the building, including parents and school volunteers, must sign in at the office at the Simple Track computer workstation. Visitors must wear either a "visitor pass" or "volunteer pass" while on campus. This regulation is for your child's protection. This will keep interruptions to a minimum and allow visitors in the building to be reached if necessary. Please only go to the areas in the building that you have indicated on the sign-in form. Parents are welcome at school any time. Arrangements must be made in advance with the principal and/or the teacher before visiting or observing in a classroom. Parents may not visit on our playground during recess time. This is a time that requires a teacher's undivided attention to his/her class. If there is a specific need to observe a child's social activity, it must be arranged with the teacher and principal.
Parties and Birthday Treats- Classroom parties are an exciting time for all children. To ensure that we are following district policy below are some simple guidelines: Teachers may have three parties in their classrooms during the year: December Holiday Party, Valentine's Day Party and an End of the Year party to be held during the last week of school. Healthy snacks are encouraged but not required. - On other holidays (Halloween, Thanksgiving, Spring Break) or birthdays, parents and/or teachers may serve other snacks at lunchtime in the cafeteria. The other holiday treats are limited to lunch treats and must be pre-arranged with the teacher and served at lunch. Please note, on these holidays you may prefer to give a treat bag to be sent home at the end of the day rather than a food treat in the cafeteria. - Birthday treats (no candles) may be provided at lunchtime in the cafeteria. Please send treats pre- cut so children can pass them out to the rest of the class, allowing teachers to eat their lunches. - No balloons/flowers will be delivered to classrooms. Recipients will be called to the office at the end of the day. Please remember that these items may not be carried on the bus. - Birthday party invitations may be distributed at school if they are given to every boy in the class or every girl in the class or the entire class. Per GCS policy, school employees are prohibited from assisting students with the distribution of birthday party invitations.
Transportation Reminder- Please remember to send in a note with your child for any transportation changes needed for the day; without a note, your child will have to go home using their regular method of transportation!
TRANSPORTATION CHANGE Please call the school office at 355-8800 before 1:30 should you need to make a change in student transportation. Be sure to call daycares to notify them of any changes. Remember to send your child's teacher a written note about such changes. All notes must state student's first and last name and teacher's name. Please submit all permanent transportation changes or changes in address to the front office in a prompt manner.
Thank you so much for your cooperation. I know that this is going to be a terrific year!!