Welcome to the Parents/Guardians

Dear Parents/Guardians,

My name is Hillary Kerr and I will be your child’s grade four homeroom teacher for the 2016-2017 school year. I graduated from Brock University’s Concurrent Education program for the Intermediate Senior division, with teachables in History and Drama. After I graduated teachers college I soon became qualified to teach the Junior division through Brock University’s Additional Qualification course. I am a new teacher but I will use all of my knowledge and passion to ensure a great school year for my students and for you.

I plan to create a 21^st century classroom in which we balance teacher directed learning with student directed learning. I hope to use a variety of tools and resources throughout the year to get the students active within their education.

I do have specific academic expectations of the students, which correlate with the Achievement Chart within the Language curriculum. Students will be evaluated based on their Knowledge and Understanding, Thinking, Communication, and Application skills.

Along with the learning expectations I have daily classroom expectations, which are listed on a bulletin board in the classroom. I expect all students to be on time for class and to give notice prior to their absences. Students must be respectful to one another, as there is a zero tolerance for bullying policy. I expect the students to be respectful of myself and the other teachers they interact with. In return I will always respect the students and their individual needs. I will do my best to help the students as individuals and create an environment in which all students can succeed.

The school follows the balanced school day system and ten-day class cycle. Students are expected to have their agendas signed every night along with other documents sent home. Additional copies will be added to the class website in case they disappear in their backpacks. Please do your best to return the documents in a timely manner.

Throughout the year I do hope to see your faces around the classroom, as you are always welcome to contact me about any issue and to volunteer within the school. We are always grateful for your help and support!

There is a parent teacher night coming up soon, and I look forward to meeting you all then!

Miss Kerr

Miss Kerr's Classroom Expectations

Hello Parents/Guardians and Students,

For us to have a great successful year there are some daily classroom expectations we need to follow. These expectations will be posted in the classroom and you will get reminders about them throughout the year.
Miss Kerr's Classroom Expectations:

1. Be on time with a positive attitude.

2. Let me know ahead of time if you're going to be away. (Unless you're unexpectedly sick then please call the office)

3. Be RESPECTFUL. This means being respectful of your peers and your teachers. We have a 0 bullying tolerance policy, and everyone in the classroom is equals. Remember your teachers work hard to provide you with engaging lessons and positive environment, so be respectful of all teachers and custodial members around the school. You should also be respectful of school property and others property. Do not touch what isn't yours without asking and be careful with the schools property.

4. Come to class prepared. Make sure you have your notebooks, pencils and other materials needed. Mistakes happen and you might forget your homework or a book and that is fine every once and while. But please don't make a habit of forgetting homework or materials. Lets be prepared!

5. Listen carefully and follow the teachers directions. If everyone listens to each others and pay attention in class the lessons will go smoothly. Make sure you follow my directions especially in situations like fire drills and lockdowns.

6. Get your agenda and other forms signed every night. I want everyone to stay organized and parents to stay connected to the classroom, so use your agenda. Students do your best to not loose your agenda, newsletters and forms in your backpack. And parents do your best to get everything signed and returned in a timely manner.

7. Be willing to learn! We will have a great year if everyone participates and has a positive attitude. Be willing to try new things (even extracurriculars) and work hard!

We will go over these as a class and work together to add a few more expectations to our list. Parents if you have any questions or concerns please email me.