Oak Tree School - Important Information and Summer Review

Providing essential details for parents and students of Oak Tree School including class placement, school calendar, communication channels, and a summer review guide. The guide suggests activities to help children prepare for school with a focus on academic and social skills. Meet the staff and stay informed about school updates and events.

• Education
• School Information
• Summer Activities
• Parent Involvement
• Student Readiness

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1. Welcome to Oak Tree School!

3. Important Information AM/PM Class Placement Kindergarten Student Orientation August 31, 2023 - Parent Meeting First day of school: Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2023 AM = 8:55 11:29 PM = 12:50 3:24 Transportation Information Summer Correspondence

4. Important Information School Calendar 4-Hour Sessions AM = 8:55-11:29 PM = 10:21 12:56 Attendance Report Cards - Trimesters Parent/Teacher Conferences (October 18, 19 and February 21, 22) Sharing information with teacher

5. Important Information Connect 5 Automated Phone System Monthly Principal Newsletter Twitter/Class Dojo School Story Oak Tree School Website District Website Teacher Correspondence Google Classroom Teacher Newsletters Staff Webpages

6. What can I review with my child over the summer? Knowledge of first and last name Speaking and Writing Capital letter recognition Number recognition through 20 Shape recognition Color names

7. What can I review with my child over the summer? Tracing Lines Shapes Scissor use Holding Cutting

8. What can I review with my child over the summer? Self help skills: Putting on a sweater/jacket Snapping snaps Buttoning buttons Zipping zippers

9. What can I review with my child over the summer? Social Interactions Manners Asking for help Interacting appropriately with others Independent rest room skills

10. Meet the Staff

11. WELCOME to the World of KINDERGARTEN!

12. A Day in the Life your Kindergartener Morning Meeting/Circle time Language Arts/Literacy Word study Reading Writing Mathematics Snack Content Areas Science Social Studies Social Skills

13. Class Meeting/Circle Time Calendar Days of the week Months of the year Today s date Weather Types of weather Temperature Seasons 100 s chart Number of the day Place value Number patterns

14. Language Arts/Literacy Foundational Skills Reader s Workshop Writer s Workshop Word Work

15. Math Envisions Math CCSS aligned Problem solving/critical thinking Online component Concepts explored: Counting and cardinality Addition & Subtraction Numbers in base ten Numbers greater than 10 through 120 Place value Measurement & Data Geometry

16. Science Next Generation Science Standards Cross-curricular units of study Weather and Climate Natural Hazards Natural Resources and Human Impact Energy Forces and Interactions Plants Animals STEAM/Makerspace

17. Social Studies Cross-curricular units of study Citizenship Community People and Cultures Community Helpers Economics History Geography/map skills

18. Social Skills Words of the month: Respect, responsibility, acceptance, compassion, commitment, friendship, cooperation, positive attitude, cultural awareness, reflection. Embedded in daily activities and lessons Guidance Rising STARS Program

19. Special Days in KINDERGARTEN!

20. Pumpkin Decorating

21. Gingerbread House Decorating

22. Kindergarten Celebration

23. STAR of the Week January May Special week, 1 student Friday = Special Visitor Special visitor activity ideas: Read a story and complete a follow up activity/craft Share a special talent sing, play an instrument, etc. Discuss and demonstrate your career Complete a STEM activity

24. Special Events at Oak Tree School!

25. One Book, One School

26. Healthy Living Night Wellness Week

27. Mindfulness Matters Week SEL Focus

28. FALCON CARE http://monroenj.schoolwires.com/Falcon_Care

29. Oak Tree/Applegarth PTA Mr. David Colella, President Meetings Membership School Programs Website: http://www.otaepta.com

30. Oak Tree School Guidance Mrs. Lauren Brenner Guidance Counselor Social Skills Friendship Groups Character Education Transition Counseling Anti-Bullying Specialist Website: http://monroenj.schoolwires.com/domain/887

31. Oak Tree Health Services Mrs. Marie McNutt, Nurse Immunization and Physical Examination Medications Attendance Screenings Health Concerns Website: http://monroenj.schoolwires.com/domain/900

32. Basic Skills Program Mrs. Olga Digrazia, Math Basic Skills Mrs. Amandalee Fretz, Reading Basic Skills Reading and/or Math reinforcement Small group instruction Hands-on activities Educational Games

33. In Closing . . . Read with your child EVERY DAY This is essential to continued growth and success. Visit the Monroe Township Library: http://www.monroetwplibrary.org/ Visit the Oak Tree Media Center online: http://monroenj.schoolwires.com/domain/896 Summer kindergarten preparation Kindergarten Screening/Sign Up Genius Additional district and/or school information: www.monroe.k12.nj.us

34. So get ready get set, We ll be waiting right here We re looking forward to a wonderful year!

35. Thank You for Coming!

36. In an effort to sustain an environmentally friendly school, Oak Tree Elementary is providing a digital program for today s Kindergarten Orientation. This program is available for downloading on our school web site.