Class Schedule
Each morning students enter into a welcoming classroom. Once inside, students look to a SmartBoard which gives instructions on what they should do before class begins.
Students start their independent morning work, a spiral review of previously learned skills. Once complete students use a program named Door 24 on an I-pad to practice becoming fluent with math facts.
Direct Instruction: As a new concept is introduced, students participate in several activities to solidify their understanding of the concept. Students write his/her ideas/thoughts to questions posed by the teacher with his/her peers in the interactive notebook. Students then discuss those ideas with a shoulder partner or small group. Students also collaborate with each other in order to complete academic tasks.
Stations: Students circulate through four academic stations at least twice a week. Each station and its description is listed below.
Teacher-Led: A small group of students work directly with the teacher
Hands-On: Students use manipulatives to deepen their understanding of a concept
Computer: Students use the IXL and I-Ready computer program to practice skills and concepts
Independent: Students work individually to practice skills introduced during the week.