September 2012

Expectations

1 Be prepared!

2 Complete all assignments on time!

3 Be Respectful!

4 Participate!

5 Do Your Best!

Ms. C5th, 6th Science5th Grade Math-Algebra.Email: cjcherveny@gmail.com

IntroductionMy name is Cassie Cherveny, but I will go by Ms. C at school. I recently moved from Illinois to join the Julie Rohr Academy family as your child’s math and/or science teacher! I graduated from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education.

I am so excited to have the opportunity to get to know you and your student throughout the school year! Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns. The best way to reach me is through email. Right now, you may email me through Engrade or at cjcherveny@gmail.com . I will let you know as soon as my julierohracademy.com address is working! You may also call the school, preferably during my plan periods (2-4PM). I would be happy to arrange a meeting with you before or after school if that works better for you!

Important Information!My Classroom ExpectationsIn addition to this letter, your child should have a copy of my expectations of them during my class. We have discussed these expectations, and the students had an opportunity to ask questions about them. They have signed the paper, stating that they have read the expectations and understand that they must meet all expectations to receive full points every day towards their Employability Skills grade. This grade counts for 20% of their grade, and each day they can earn a total of 5 points. I ask that you please sign the paper as well, showing that you have read and

understand what I expect of your child while s/he is in my class.

EngradeI am now registered on Engrade and am working to update all grades. I appreciate your patience during this time. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns regarding your child’s grade(s).

Modifying the Curriculum to Meet Your Child’s Individual NeedsYou may notice, in the coming weeks, that the assignment titles on Engrade are less specific than they are now. This is because not every student will be completing the exact same assignment. I am working to modify my instruction, as well as my means of assessment, to best meet the needs of each student. If you look under the “Details” section of the homework, you will find the various assignments for the day, if there are any. They will be labeled using group names, and your child may not always be in the same group. If you have any questions or concerns about the modifications or my instruction/assessments, please contact me.

Once again, thank you for your patience and understanding during this transition period. I look forward to getting to know all of you better throughout the year!

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Welcome to Ms. C’s Classroom!

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September 2012

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