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Kumon Center of Berryessa 1030 Piedmont Road, Suite G, San Jose, CA 95132
Instructor: Cassandra Hugh (408) 258-‐0829 [email protected]
August & September 2014 Newsletter
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Builds character: Encouraging the routine not only helps with your daily schedule but also teaches children that persistence is rewarding. The “don’t give up” attitude can be practiced and achieved over time. Long term success: The best part of following a long-term study habit is understanding that success is continuously met especially at the higher levels. Children begin to realize that their beginning efforts pay off in the “end” when they are in competitions or are taking exams. Importance of education: Learning is a never-ending process. That habit and that interest to learn are taught when children are young. Showing them the path for a fulfilling adulthood through education and learning is necessary, and it requires us as parents, caregivers and educators to go the distance.
Going the Distance
As summer activities conclude and the new school year begins, both parents and children may face that exciting “fresh start” feeling. Daily schedules become more succinct, and projects, tests and performances become lined up for the year. It’s important to remember consistency at this point. By keeping with long-term activities and habits, commitment is fostered at home. Here are four reasons why long-term studying is beneficial for you: Maintains routine : Most children thrive on consistency in routine. Incorporating daily Kumon worksheets, for instance, allows children to naturally follow the Kumon Program. A short burst of homework or classwork on a consistent basis grasps attention without pressure.
Announcements
Come to the front desk to check out activity books for purchase like the ones below for 1st to 6th grades:
1. Math Word Problems 2. Geometry and Measurement 3. Reading 4. Writing
Berryessa Center will hold a Medal Award Day on Thursday, December 4th, 2014, for all our Honor Roll Students including both Math and Reading subjects. Student who will receive their Honor Roll Certificate in the past months will receive a Gold, Silver or Bronze Medal as a accomplishment award. How does one achieve an Honor Roll Level? Students who are taking a higher level math than their school level are categorized in the Honor Roll Level at Kumon. Here’s an example – If a 2nd grader is at Level C Kumon Math or Level CI or CII Reading, the student is on the Honor Roll (HR) List. You will then be receiving an Honor Roll Medal on Medal Award Day. The information is in your hands now, so let’s work hard to obtain one or two medals for your Holiday inspiration. You can do it!
Mark Your Calendars The Center will be closed on the following days. Note that homework will be pre-‐distributed. Aug 11 (Monday) Center Vacation Sept 1 (Monday) Labor Day
NOTE: If you are planning to go on vacation, please submit a completed Vacation Notice Form (at Front Desk) so that class/homework can be arranged accordingly.
Kumon Center of Berryessa 1030 Piedmont Road, Suite G, San Jose, CA 95132
Instructor: Cassandra Hugh (408) 258-‐0829 [email protected]
August & September 2014 Newsletter
Overall Goal Comparison • Each standard or learning focus is an extension on previous learning.
• The Kumon Program complements the Common Core Standards. • Kumon fosters in students the skills and confidence to study any school curriculum. • The Common Core pursues raising the minimum standards for all students: Kumon
pursues developing each student’s maximum potential.
Literacy Goal Comparison 1. Reading:
• Critical thinking and comprehension. • Variety of literature such as myths,
nonfiction, autobiographies and Shakespeare.
2. Writing: • Skills needed to summarize and analyze
a text. 3. Language:
• Vocabulary and grammar acquisition. • Phonic elements and foundational skills.
Aims of the Kumon Reading Program • The aim of the Reading Program is to
cultivate a high level of reading ability. • The program is designed to help students
critically read advanced literary texts.
The Common Core English Language Arts include: • Reading: “Close reading” • Writing: Opinion pieces, persuasive
arguments • Speaking & Listening: Discussion exhibiting
comprehension. • Language: Grammar and vocabulary in
writing as well as speaking.
Common Core Defined
What is the Common Core: • Clear expectations for English Language
Arts and Mathematics. • College and career readiness through skill
and knowledge. • Not a national curriculum. • Shared learning goals called “standards.” • Focuses on “the result” rather than “the
means” to get the result. • Consistent standardized testing.
Goals of the Common Core State Standards
1. English Language Arts 2. Mathematics 3. Comparisons
Kumon and the Common Core
Goals of the Kumon Program • Self-learning • Advancement beyond grade level • Individualization • Aims of math and reading programs
The Common Core Mathematics Standards 1. Kindergarten through 5th Grade
• Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Fractions, decimals, and grading. 2. Middle School
• Geometry, algebra, probability and functions.
3. High School • Mathematics modeling and statistics.
Aims of the Kumon Math Program • The program is designed to help students
reach Calculus as quickly as possible through self-learning and make the study of high school-level math easy.