Hello, Families!
I hope you are all enjoying what is left of our summer vacation. I wanted to take a moment to welcome you to our classroom and introduce myself. My name is Shelly Klan and Miller Elementary has been my home for 20 years. Teaching first grade is my passion because children at this age are excited about learning and they grow so much during the school year. I promise to be be committed to making your child’s experience in first grade a successful one. I strongly believe in the importance of building a positive relationship with you so that your child will benefit and reach his/her highest potential. I am an available and willing resource for you, so please never hesitate to contact me with questions or concerns. We are going to have a fantastic year, and I look forward to meeting you all very soon!

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Below is the letter that you will all receive on Tuesday.

Dear Families,

Welcome to a new school year! I am really excited about being your child’s teacher this year. We will watch your child learn and grow through new experiences. I am writing this letter to inform you of some of our classroom procedures. It will be helpful to refer back to this letter throughout the school year.

Supplies:
Your child will be given the necessary supplies to complete their work, but I am suggesting that each child bring in the following supplies:
1. Backpack
2. 2 boxes of Kleenex
3. 1 box of Crayola crayons
4. 1 package of Dry Erase Markers
5. 1 box of pencils
6. Scissors
7. Glue
8. Wipes

Miller School Expectations:
1. Be Responsible: Follow directions, be prepared, and always do your best.
2. Be Respectful: Respect your space and materials. Use manners and kind language.
3. Be Safe: Always walk, keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself, and use classroom materials properly.

Discipline Plan:
We have a “HOW IS YOUR DAY” chart in our classroom. Each day, all students begin on “Green” and will switch cards if necessary.
Green: Student is following expectations.
Yellow: Warning: student is displaying behavior that is interrupting his, hers, or others’ learning.
Orange: Students will fill out a “Think About it Form,” which must be signed by his/her parent.
Red: Contact his/her parent and submit an office referral form.
Blue: Complete a “Think About it” form, office referral, and contact parents.

I expect students to be kind to one another and demonstrate positive behavior. These students may be rewarded with incentives such as computer time, Miller Bucks, pencils, etc.

Homework Folder:
Students will bring a folder home each evening containing his/her homework and important information from school. Please be sure to check the folder and send it to school the following day.

Once again, I would like to welcome you and your child to our classroom. I believe in establishing a strong, positive relationship with you, as this will benefit your child. I look forward to meeting all of you at Open House and encourage you to visit your child’s school and classroom.
Thank you in advance for being supportive and actively involved in your child’s learning!

Thank you,
Mrs. Klan