Welcome to Room 19!

Mrs. McCarthy

(619)956-5042

lynne.mccarthy@santeesd.net

Expectations

• Be here and on time, every day. School starts at 7:45.

• Give your “BULLDOG BEST” effort,

EVERY DAY!

• Be a PeaceBuilder

Homework

• Primary goal is to develop responsibility and accountability

• Secondary goal is to provide extra practice on skills practiced in class

• Bonus goal is that parents can get a nightly glimpse of what is happening in class

• Assigned every school night except Friday.

• Room 19 has a “No Excuse” homework policy. If students don’t have their H.W., they complete it at recess so that they are ready to check their answers, and ask questions when we go over it in class.

• There are Parent/Teacher exceptions to this policy.

Class Management

• Our school uses the PeaceBuilder program • Self-discipline is the goal. Students choose to

do the right thing even when the teacher isn’t looking!

• There are consequences for our actions – both positive and negative

• Each day is a new day with a fresh start! Our Class Motto is:

”Act like what you do makes a difference, because it does…”

Character Education: PeaceBuilders

Santee School District CharacterTraits:

Trustworthiness, Fairness, Citizenship, Respect, Honesty, Courage, Responsibility, & Compassion

PeaceBuilders PledgeI am a PeaceBuilder

I Pledge…*To praise People

*To give up put-downs*To seek wise people as advisors and friends

*To notice the hurts I have caused and make amends *To right wrongs *To help others

I will build peace at home, at school, and in my community each day.

Core Curriculum: Reading

• Houghton-Mifflin (H.M.) is a standards-based state adopted Language Arts program.

• H.M. contains 6 themes with great literature and comprehensive skills instruction.

• Students will be assessed during and after each theme.

Accelerated Reader“AR”

• Accelerated Reader is an independent reading program.  • Students are given 30 minutes each day in class to read

a leveled book of their choice from a large selection of popular children's literature. 

• Upon completion of the book, students take a 5 or 10 question computerized test about the details of the story.

• A score of 60% is necessary to pass, but students are encouraged to aim for 100%. Students will bring home a print-out of their test results at the end of each trimester.

C.A.F.E.

Core Curriculum: Math Program Materials and

Standards

• Houghton-Mifflin Math is the California standards-based adopted Math program.

*Chapters are covered out of order to better meet student needs.

• X-Games is a friendly 3rd grade multiplication facts competition set to music! The winning team gets to host the trophy until we meet again!

Social StudiesCurriculum and Standards

Our Communities is our standards-based state adopted Social Studies program which is divided into 5 units. The goal is for students to begin to understand and make the connections between the past and present. They will be studying:

1.Land and Water in your Area

2.California Indians Past and Present

3.Your Community over Time

4.Rules and Laws

5.The Economy of your Region

Science Curriculum and StandardsHILL CREEKS GONE SOLAR!!!

• California Science: Our standards-based state adopted science program.

• Students are involved in activities that use the scientific process of observing, measuring, comparing, and reporting in the areas of:

Physical ScienceSimple Concepts of Energy and Matter

Life Science Plants and Animals

Earth Science Our Earth and Solar System

Other Programs:P.E.

• Our goal is to develop good sportsmanship while participating in movement activities that enhance skills and improve personal health.

• Our track allows our class to walk, jog, or run, while enjoying the benefits of cardio exercise! We will be recording our mileage and celebrating our successes along the way!

Computers

• Besides our classroom computer, we have access to a beautiful computer lab as well as to a class set of laptops as needed. The laptops will be used for special projects.

Students will be able to:• Take AR tests

• Practice keyboarding skills• Get extra practice in all curriculum areas

• Research information for reports• View teacher demonstrations/lessons

Art Attack

Art AttackWe are so fortunate to have parents and grandparents

volunteering their time to present fabulous art lessons to our

classrooms. Perhaps you’ve seen our Spring Art Show?

How you can help!(After all, we are a team!)

• Stay in touch• Please check your child’s homework.• Read with your child whenever possible.• Practice Math facts (addition, subtraction,

and multiplication).• Check your child’s Hill Creek folder for

important information.• Encourage your child to always do their

PERSONAL BEST!

More ways that you can help!

• Reinforce successful learning behaviors• Join the PTSA • Volunteer

Please pick up a Volunteer packet from the office. Fill out the packet and return it to the office. The office will add you to the list of our amazing volunteers once it has been processed.

• The Breakfast Club (meets each Wednesday) Classroom helpers Fieldtrip Chaperones Book Faire helpers Holiday Store helpersPicture Day helpers

Our Class Website

1. Go to Hill Creek site

2. Pull down Staff Websites

3. Click on Mrs. McCarthy

4. Enjoy!

Please Check Out

• Please check out our Hill Creek Website. There is always IMPORTANT current information posted.

• Mrs. Kelly, our Language Arts Specialist, has a great site filled with valuable information and tips to help your child become a successful reader.

• The District’s website is filled with very valuable information and gives access to all Santee Schools and Departments. While you’re there, please check out the District’s Wellness Policy.