2.+Classroom+Practices



There are two teachers in Division 1. Ms. Marietta teaches on Mondays, and Ms. Angel teaches Tuesdays through Fridays.


 * Class Workspace** – We work in table groups, and lots of discussion and speaking is encouraged. At specific times, quiet work periods and instruction times are observed.


 * Care and Courtesy** - For each other, each other's things, and for the classroom and materials.


 * Homework** - Students need time to unwind and play, so I try to avoid assigning too much. The amount varies with students’ individual learning styles, and the amount of work completed in class. The rule of thumb is 10 minutes for each grade level (e.g. 30 minutes for grade 3, 60 minutes for grade 6, etc.). Of course, this will vary.

Pending assignment dates are posted on the front board in the class, and students use their agendas to organize themselves. Criteria for larger projects will be posted online, but students are expected to track day to day work and due dates in their agendas.

I begin the year by checking and initialing all students' agendas daily, and gradually step back from this as each student demonstrates independence and responsibility in managing her/his work and time.