Mrs. Fredette’s
Second Grade
Class
2012-2013
Who is Mrs. Fredette?
 Education: BA in Comparative Literature
from Brandeis U. and post-baccalaureate in
Education from Ramapo College.
 This is my 8th year teaching 2nd grade at
Harrington Park School.
 This is my 2nd career. Before teaching, I
managed systems analysts in the insurance
field.
 Family: I have a supportive husband, a
daughter, who graduated college in June
and a son who is a sophomore in college.
 I am passionate about teaching.
My Guiding Beliefs
 Children genuinely want to learn.
 If we set high standards, children will
strive to meet them.
 Children perform best when they know
that teachers and parents are working
together.
 It is my job to find the best way to meet
your child’s learning needs.
Second Grade Routines
 My Promise
Daily Reading Workshop
Daily Writing Workshop
 Daily Read-Aloud
 Timed Math Fact Quizzes
 Weekly Learning Reflection
 Weekly Spelling Test
 Weekly Sparkle Game!
 Weekly Prize Box Drawing!
Math Curriculum Highlights
 Math: 2- and 3-digit addition and
subtraction, with regrouping
 Telling Time to 5-min. intervals
 Counting coin combinations
 Solving word problems
 Mastering addition and
subtraction facts to 18
Balanced Literacy Approach for
Teaching Reading and Writing
 Reader’s Workshop
 Writer’s Workshop
 Guided Reading Groups
 Read-Alouds
 Shared Reading
 Systematic Word Study
 Daily opportunities for
independent reading and
writing
Science Curriculum Highlights
 Earth’s Materials
 Astronomy and Space Science
 Plant and Animal Habitats
 Hands-on learning
opportunities
 Videos
 Zoo Field Trip
Social Studies Curriculum
Highlights
 Civics
 Economics
 Geography
 National Holidays
 Scholastic News Magazine
for current events
Shhh! It’s a Secret!
The Mystery Reader Program
 Opportunity for parents and
grandparents to come into the classroom
and support our reading program
 Bring a favorite read-aloud
book to share with the class.
 Email me to arrange date/time.
 Surprise and delight your child!
Homework
 Reinforces classroom
learning. Never introduces
new material.
Usually a spelling
workbook page, a math
workbook page, math fact
practice, and 20 minutes of
reading.
Never given over weekends
or holidays.
Homework
 You
can help and/or check
homework if you’d like.
Homework is never graded.
 Missed homework must be
made up. Homework completion
is factored into report card grades.
 Written homework should not
take more than 20 undistracted
minutes.
 Your child should read at least 20
minutes each night.
 If your child is struggling with
homework, please let me know.
Report Cards
Major Academic Subjects:
 Reading
 Language Arts
 Spelling
 Math
 Science
 Social Studies
 Handwriting
Grading Key for
Major Academic
Subjects
E = Excellent
 S+ = Satisfactory, upper
range of grade
 S = Satisfactory
 S- = Satisfactory, lower
range of grade
 N = Needs improvement
Skills Key
+ Strength
* Satisfactory
- Has Difficulty
Behaviors on Report Card
• Practices self control
• Participates in class
• Demonstrates organized
work habits
• Starts and finishes work in
an appropriate time frame
• Follows directions
• Works cooperatively within a
group setting
• Shows respect for others;
Resolves conflicts
appropriately
Behaviors on Report Card
• Puts forth best effort
• Completes class assignments
• Shows thought, effort, and
pride in assignments
• Completes homework and
hands it in on time
• Shows self-confidence
• Displays responsibility in care
of learning materials and
property of others
• Takes responsibility for own
actions
How Can You Help Your Child
Succeed in Second Grade?
 Help your child arrive at
school on time each morning.
 Make sure your child comes
to school well-rested.
 A healthy breakfast makes a
big difference!
 Help your child arrive at
school prepared each morning.
How Can You Help Your
Child Succeed in Second
Grade?
 Go through your child’s
homework folder each night.
 Sign graded work on time.
 Update your child’s
reading log each night. Sign
and return it on Fridays.
How Can You Help Your Child
Succeed in Second Grade?
 Model strong reading habits.
Set aside a time each night to
turn off the TV and the computer
and read.
 Talk to your child about
books. Ask questions about
the book he/she is reading.
 Encourage math fact practice.
Keep it fun!
How Can You Help Your Child
Succeed in Second Grade?
 Ask questions about school.
Take an active interest in what
we are learning.
 Let me know if you have any
concerns. We are a team with
a common goal.
 Spark your child’s curiosity.
 Celebrate progress, not just
success!
My Website
 Go to www.hpsd.org
 Click on classrooms.
 Click on Mrs. Fredette.
 Information on birthday
celebrations, ordering
Scholastic Books online, and
lots of great age-appropriate
websites to supplement our
curriculum.
Any questions?
Just ask!
Thank you for coming
tonight!