Pre-Kindergarten
Orientation
August 19, 2011
10:00-11:30
Welcome to Edgewood
Elementary!
Edgewood is a PreKindergarten through
Sixth grade building.
Children from the
communities of
Braddock Hills,
Edgewood, Forest
Hills, and Rankin
attend Edgewood
Elementary.
Our Principal
Introducing…
Ms. Carter
Our Assistant Principal
Introducing….
Ms. Gather
The Pre-Kindergarten
Coordinator
Introducing….
Mrs. Price
Teacher
Introducing…
Miss Reifman
Assistant Teachers
Introducing……
Ms. Cappetta
Assistant Teachers
Introducing…….
Mrs. Szymczak
Creative Curriculum
• The Creative Curriculum
focuses on learning
through play. (see “Just
Playing” handout)
• The Creative Curriculum
encourages children to
learn by experiencing
materials from a hands on
perspective.
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The Creative Curriculum balances
both teacher-directed and childinitiated learning, with an
emphasis on responding to
children's learning styles and
building on their strengths and
interests. “
Centers
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Art
Blocks
Computer
Music and
Movement
Gross Motor
Writing
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Dramatic Play
Listening
Cars and Trucks
Sand and Water
Cozy Corner
Math
Puzzles
Math and Reading
Curriculum
We use the Harcourt
Storytown series
and the Everyday
Math to
supplement
“The Creative
Curriculum.”
Classroom Environment
• We reinforce the
fact that we are a
“school family”.
• We embrace
diversity and treat
one another with
respect.
Behavior Management
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We have a behavior chart
that we use to monitor
behavior.
It is based upon a card
system. Students will have
to change cards based upon
their choices.
If they need time to think
about their choices, they
will go to our “think chair”
We also have a friend
named “Tattle tell turtle”
We reinforce making good
choices!!!! 
Classroom Rules
• I want each child to
feel safe and welcome
in our classroom.
• Learning can occur
and will occur when
simple rules are set
and followed.
Classroom Rules
• Please review the
rules with your child
and talk about why
they are important. If
you treat these rules
seriously, your child
will also.
Attendance Procedures
ArrivalStudents should arrive at school at 8:00. You
may enter the building through the side
doors closest to our classroom. There will be
an adult standing at the door until 8:15. If
you arrive after that time, your child will be
considered tardy and you must bring them to
the office.
Attendance Procedures
DismissalStudents are dismissed at
2:30. You will pick them up
at the same place as
arrival. PLEASE
REMEMBER TO PICK
YOUR CHILD UP AT THIS
TIME. We will wait at the
side door until 2:45. Any
remaining students will be
picked up at the office.
Attendance Procedures
Absences
According to state
regulations, students
are permitted to miss
18 days in the school
year.
If students are absent,
they must bring in a
written excuse the
following day.
School Supplies
Traveling Folders
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Each student will receive a folder
with their name printed on the
front. This folder will be the
primary means of conversation
between you and the school.
Students will be able to use it to
take their work and notes home
from school. You may also use this
folder to send information to
school. The traveling folder
should accompany your child to
and from school everyday.
School Supplies
Book bags
• Each student
should have a book
bag to protect and
transport their
traveling folder
and other school
projects to and
from school.
Contributions
• Donations to our classroom
would be greatly
appreciated. Contributions
could include supplies or
volunteering your time.
• There will be a giving tree
posted on the door that
states the supplies that
are needed for the week.
Extra Clothes
• In order to be prepared
for any accidents that
may occur throughout the
year, please provide your
child with an extra set of
clothes.
• Please put the change of
clothes in the provided
plastic bag. The clothes
will be kept in your child’s
locker.
• We will send them home
based on the seasons.
Special Classes
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MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday-
Homework
• Students will be held
accountable for one page
of homework a night.
• Please encourage your
child to complete their
work independently.
• “Book Buddy Bags” will be
passed from one student
to the next.
• Take home books will also
be sent home to read
with your child.
Meal Time
• We will eat three
meals a day. They are
breakfast, lunch, and
snack.
• There is not a fee for
meals.
• Students may bring a
lunch if they choose.
• We eat “family style”.
• There will a menu sent
home for lunch.
Birthday Party
Celebrations
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We will celebrate each
students’ birthday in our
classroom.
If a student has a summer
birthday, we will celebrate
on their half birthday.
You may bring in a birthday
treat for each student.
Please refer to the school
handbook for appropriate
treats. We do have a
healthy food policy. Treats
could also include stickers,
pencils, or erasers.
Rest Time
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Students will have a 1 hour
rest time period.
They are not forced to
sleep, but they do have to
rest their body and keep
still.
We do provide the students
with comfort objects and
relaxing music.
Please bring in a towel or
blanket for your child. We
will send them home every
Friday to be washed and
returned the following week.
Letter of the Week
• We will be studying a
different letter each
week.
• Our activities will be
focused on that letter
and theme.
• A newsletter will be
sent home on Monday
informing you of the
activities and skills we
will be focusing on.
Show and Tell
• We will have show
and tell on
Friendship Friday.
• Show and tell
should be based
upon the letter of
the week.
Scholastic Book Orders
• You are given the
opportunity to
purchase books
through the scholastic
book company. They
have great deals and
we can earn money
towards books and
supplies for the
classroom.
• You can order online
or turn it in to me!
Questions?
Thank you!
I’m looking forward
to an exciting and
rewarding school
year!