- What is D.E.A.R?
- Why do the students have rotation?
- Can my student bring treats for his/her birthday?
- How can I contact you if I have questions or concerns?
- How much reading is required for homework?
- How much time shoud my student be spending on daily homework?
- What is Accelerated Reader?
- What is Ice Cream for Books!
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What is D.E.A.R?
D.E.A.R. stands for Drop Everything and Read. Room B9 has D.E.A.R. 3 to 4
times per week. The first Friday of every month is our school-wide D.E.A.R.
event where students and teachers will 'drop everything and read' from 1:40
p.m. to 2:10 p.m.
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Why do the students have rotation?
The fifth grade student will rotate for three units of study: social studies
with Mers. Sapienza, science with Mrs. Amaya, and literature with Mrs.
crawford. Rotation allows each teacher to focus on one subject area and also
gives the students the opportunity to work with different teachers.
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Can my student bring treats for his/her birthday?
Absolutely! Your student may bring a snack or treat to share with his/her
classmates anytime! Our school recognizes both birthdays and half-birthdays
(for those born during the summer months)
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How can I contact you if I have questions or concerns?
Communication between student-teacher-parent is very important! The best way
to contact me is by e-mail. You can contact me through this web-site or at
kimsap13@yahoo.com. I do not check my voice mail at school. In an emergency
you may call me at home (909) 981-8878.
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How much reading is required for homework?
More reading = better reading! We require fifth graders to read for enjoyment
at least 30 minutes everyday. This can also include reading aloud to a
parent or sibling. It is a good idea to read books that have Accelerated
Reader Quizzes. Students can check the AR page to find books in their
reading range to read.
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How much time shoud my student be spending on daily homework?
The average amount of time for fifth grade students to spend on homework is
about 1 1/2 hours. Of course this does not take into conderation long term
projects, reports, or procrastinations!
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What is Accelerated Reader?
Accelerated Reader
Individual STUDENT GOALS are set based on results of the STAR test taken
several times each school
year.
There are three goals to consider.
1. Minimum Average % Correct of 85% or higher.
2. Points Earned is based on practice reading time required (20 to 30 minutes
daily) and the number
of weeks in the trimester.
3. Minimum Average Book Level is not to be lower than the lowest number of
the students individual
reading level(ZPD).
Additional prizes can be earned by achieving READER CERTIFICATION
* READY READER: The student must accumulate five points on books Read
To, Read With and/or
Read Independently.
* INDEPENDENT READER: The student must read three books with a 1.2 or
higher book level and
accumulate 10 points. Only books Read Independently count toward the three-
book goal, however,
books Read To, Read With or Read Independently for this level count toward
point accumulation.
* RISING READER: The student must read three books with a 1.6 or
higher book level and
accumulate 10 points. Only books Read Independently count toward
certification.
* SUPER READER: The student must read three books with a 2.0 or higher
book level that are
each worth at least one point. Only books Read Independently count toward
certification.
* ADVANCED READER: The student must read three books with a 3.0 or
higher book level that
are each worth at least two points. Only books Read Independently count
toward certification.
* STAR READER: The student must read three books with a 4.0 or higher
book level that are each
worth at least four points. Only books Read Independently count toward
certification.
* CLASSIC READER: The student must read three books with a 6.0 or
higher book level that are
each worth at least seven points. Only books Read Independently count toward
certification
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What is Ice Cream for Books!
ICE CREAM for BOOKS! Grades 3 - 6
ICE CREAM for BOOKS!
At Condit School
September 2008
Dear Students and Parents,
It’s time to start the Condit School Accelerated Reader program for the Third
through Sixth grades. The
purpose of this program is to accelerate growth in reading ability and foster
a love of reading in all
students. The theme is Ice Cream for Books! Students who complete this
program will receive a trophy
at a special Reading Awards Assembly in June.
Each trimester a Personal Goal will be established by the teachers along with
each student, and consists
of three components:
1. Average percent correct
2. Points earned
3. Average book level
A Snack Ticket to be redeemed at Condit’s Snack Bar will be earned at the end
of each trimester if a
student has reached his or her personal goal.
In addition, certificates for new books can be earned by the students for
reaching his or her
Certification Level, which is set based on the Star Reading assessment.
Requirements to earn a trophy are simply to reach your personal Accelerated
Reader goal at least two of
the three trimesters this year.
If there are any questions please just ask! Now let’s START READING!
Laurie Christenson, Library Aide
