Mrs. Jimenez’s
Class
2015-16
Experience: I have been
teaching for 26 years at MISD. I
have taught Kinder all the way
up to 8th grade. I am very excited
to be here at Yarbrough and
plan to make this year the best
year yet!
Education: I attended college at Sul Ross State University in
Alpine. I graduated with my B.S. Elementary Education with a
specialization in Reading.
Contact Info: Email abby.jimenez@midlandisd.net
School Phone (432) 240-8500
Class Dojo
BINDERS & HOMEWORK
The binders will go home Monday-Thursday. This will be our main source of
communication, so please check binders daily. Please help your child take good care of
the binders and remind them to bring it to school every day. The green folder inside is the
“keep” and “return” folder. I will put homework on a newsletter/calendar, usually
monthly from now on. There may be extra work to do, and that will be inserted in the
green folder. Please initial the calendar on appropriate date so I know you are looking at
it with your child. I want all homework turned in on Fridays, please. You can keep it in
the green folder until then, if you like.
Welcome to our learning
space. I have worked hard to
make this an inviting place for
students to learn. You will
notice quite a few blank
spaces on the walls. That is
because we will fill the boards
with our learning so that the
information on the walls is
meaningful to the children.
In our class we sit at tables and we
work in groups frequently. In order to
facilitate this style of learning, some of
our supplies will be shared.
We are needing some items not listed
on the supply list. We would really
appreciate if you could donate the
following items.
Construction paper-all colors
Be Safe
Be Respectful
Be Responsible
I believe that all students have the capability to succeed in school. I clearly
teach my expectations of how the students will work together and learn in this
classroom. We practice, practice, practice. If a student forgets or chooses not to
follow those rules, they will receive a 1, 2, 3 timeout. If the behavior continues,
they would lose privileges. If your child has problems following our school
expectations, I will let you know so that you can be a support as well. Class
Dojo will help!
Class Dojo!
Classroom Expectations
This year we will be
focusing on building
important life skills
such as working hard
and participating.
I’ll be using ClassDojo
to give students
feedback on these
skills :)
Why use ClassDojo?
ClassDojo is the
easiest way to see
your child’s progress
on these skills.
I’ll be sending
classroom updates
and photos with you
through ClassDojo,
too!
How else can we work
together?
Check ClassDojo regularly.
Keep me updated on how your
child is doing at home.
Encourage the life skills we
are working on in class outside
of school.
Celebrate wonderful classroom moments at home :)
Let me know how I can be most helpful!
I’m always here to help if you need anything, as well as
the ClassDojo team who can be reached at
parents@classdojo.com :)
Wednesday- Library
Children will not be taking books home unless parents
request.
Tuesday-Fine Arts
7:50-8:00 Breakfast Express
8:00-11:00 Whole Group Reading, Phonics, Writing, Guided
Reading, Literacy Work Stations, Literacy Leveled Intervention &
Handwriting
11:00-11:30 Lunch
11:30-11:45 Recess
11:45-1:45 Whole Group Math, Math Centers, Math
Intervention
1:45-2:30-PE/Fine Arts
2:30-3:20 Science
3:20-3:30 Dismissal
Reading at home is very important for
helping your child become a reader.
Please refer to the handout for
activities to help your child become a
fluent reader.
I will be teaching reading strategies
to your child throughout the year. I
will be sending information home as
we learn the different strategies so
that you can help your child.
Covering the pictures is not
encouraged, as we will be learning
about using the picture clues,
stretching out the word, flipping
vowel sounds, etc.
Lunch is at 11:00. Students will be
required to use the restroom and
then wash their hands before lining
up for the cafeteria/retrieving their
lunch box. Students are supervised
by Kindergarten teachers. You are
always welcomed to come have
lunch with your child. Please check
in at the office, first.
Throughout the year we will
celebrate some of the major
holidays with a classroom party.
We will do themed activities and/or
crafts, sing songs, and enjoy some
food.
Christmas Party
Valentine’s Day Party
If you would like to bring in a treat for
your child’s birthday, please let me know
a few days before. It is easiest if the
snack is handed out at the end of the
day, right before dismissal (2:30) .
There are currently 21 students in the
class. You do not need to send in a
treat, it is up to you. Every child will be
sung to for their birthday, unless we are
notified not to do so!
If your child has any medical
conditions, please ensure that you have
filled out the appropriate paperwork so
the school is fully aware of the
situation. If your child has any food
allergies, please note it on the student
info form. We can discuss how your
child might be affected by
class celebrations when there
are treats.
It is vital that we know your plans
for transportation.
Bus students
will be dismissed directly to the bus
line. Car-riders and walkers will be
dismissed at the Kindergarten door.
Please ensure that you have spoken
with your child about your plans. If
there will be a change in your
routine, please phone the school or
send a note in their folder to let me
know. We will not rely on your child’s
word if there is a change.
Kinder Circle Drive Rules
1. Only get out of your car to help
your child unbuckle their carseat.
2. Please pull up to the first cone so
that you don’t hold up the line.
If you are interested in volunteering
in the classroom, please let me
know via email or Dojo message.
Our room mom is Mrs. Spears and
she is spectacular! She will need
help with parties and other
classroom needs, so if you have
some time, let me know and we will
get you those volunteer hours!
Keeping open communication between
teacher and parents/guardians is very
important. If you need to get in
contact with me, please phone the
school or email me at
(432) 240-8500
abby.jimenez@midlandisd.net
In addition, I will be sending home
newsletters and Dojo notices to keep
you informed.
Dress Code
Please refer to the Student/Parent Handbook for more
detailed information. The following are what pertains
to Kindergarten the most.
Girls need to wear shorts under their skirts or dresses.
Students are not to wear any dress, skirt, or shorts
when measured with the student standing is more than
three inches from the top of the kneecap.
Students are allowed to bring tennis shoes to change
in for PE
Please work with your child to…
• Tie their own shoes
• Say their first and last name
• Know their teachers name
• Take care of their own restroom *needs
• Use scissors and glue
• Color and learn their colors, too
• Count
Questions?