The Second Grade Scoop
September 1, 2017
What in the World is the Second Grade Scoop?!
About Ms. Fox
My name is Jenna Fox and I’m so excited to be teaching 2nd grade at Bransford Elementary School this year! For the last four years, I taught 1st grade at North Elementary in White Settlement ISD. I grew up near San Diego, California and later graduated from Texas Christian University. I fell in love with Texas and decided to make it my home. Teaching is a true passion of mine and I am thrilled to have your children in my classroom! I want to make a difference in the lives of my students and inspire them to find the joy in learning. It is important to me that my classroom environment is engaging, supportive and fun.
When I am not teaching, I am usually doing something active or fun. I completed my first marathon (26.2 miles) last January at Disney World! This summer, I traveled to several countries in Europe. I also enjoy watching as many sporting events as possible, especially football. Some of my favorite books include Still LoLo, See Me, and November 9th. I believe this year is going to be such a terrific school year and am so happy to be part of the Bransford Elementary family!
Morning Announcements/ Circle Up
Math Workshop
Specials
Reading Workshop
RAZ Kids!
Epic!
Good Fit Books
Writing Workshop
Lunch / Recess
Recess is right after lunch from 12:15 - 12:45
Handwriting & Spelling
Spelling will be individualized this year which means that not everyone will have the same lists. Spelling lists will change every 2 weeks and tested on Fridays. Please check the weekly S'more to see if your child has a spelling test the next week. Students will have activities assigned to practice their words. Students may also use Spelling City to study at home as well.
All students are expected to secure the K and 1st "In a Snap" Words. The 2nd grade list will be introduced this year.
Science
EXCEL (PLT)
Dismissal
Snacks
Birthdays
Class Library Days
Ms. Fox's Class: Friday
Ms. Gribbin's Class: Wednesday
Ms. Hy's Class: Monday
Mrs. Engle's Class: Friday
What is Arts Integration? Actor's Toolbox?
ACTOR'S TOOLBOX...All actors have their tools. They include control of body, control of voice, imagination, concentration (focus) and cooperation (collaboration). This becomes the basis for our classroom management. It empowers students to take ownership and be responsible for their own behavior. It helps build skills necessary to establish a sense of self-control, accountability, and team building. We refer to students' choices as "strong" or "weak" vs. "good" or "bad".
Volunteers
Green Folders
iPads!
- Students will need to bring their charged iPads to school everyday. Please help your child with a plan at home for use, charging, and packing for school.
- A "Home Use" contract will be sent home September 1st. iPads will be sent home beginning September 5th. We have stressed to children that their school iPad is a learning tool, not a toy.
- Please do not create a passcode on the iPad.
- Students need headphones or earbuds that they keep at school.