Michelle Thompson

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The purpose of a discipline plan is to establish and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning for all students. It is my belief that students have a right to an education in an environment that makes them feel safe; is free from distractions and bullying. I make sure each student is aware of consequences for inappropriate behavior. If students choose to break rules or not follow procedures, I will address the student using the sequence of actions below. Some steps may be skipped depending on the severity of the offense.

Order of Consequences

Nonverbal cues/verbal warning
2nd Warning
Student conference with silent snack
Silent lunch with parent contact
Parent conference request (with administration)
Office Referral

Daily Behavior Card Chart:

Students will start on green with each teacher, each day. This gives them a chance to self-correct their behavior throughout the day. Students will remain on green for consequences #1 and #2. They will move their card to yellow for consequence #3. They will move their card to orange for consequences #4 & #5. When a student moves his/her card to red, they are on consequence #6. Cards are moved to green the following day. Consequences #4, #5, & #6 will be documented in their graded papers folder for parents to sign. Teachers will also keep a record of conduct in their grade book.

What's happening in Reading Room 509 this week...

NEWS FLASH!!!

Mrs. Junco's class won the Gnome for the month of September and Mrs. Thompson's class won the Gnome for the month of November. Our students read books and had the most AR points out of all 4th grade classes!! I am so proud of both classes. Let's keep on reading!!! 😊

We completed our novel study last week and the students really enjoyed it. Monday and Tuesday will be spent watching the Polar Express, having hot chocolate, playing games, and a few fun holiday activities. Our breakfast is Tuesday at 8:30 a.m. Don't forget to bring the item you signed up for. If you have any questions, please let Mrs. Junco or me know.

When we come back from the break, we will begin Unit 3 stories and skills. We will spend the first day reorganizing our binders. Please check your child's backpack (now is a good time to clean them out) and replenish any supplies that he or she needs. We use pencils, erasers, highlighters, and notebook paper everyday and coloring utensils ALMOST every day. Also, please make sure your child returns any library books checked from our school library. We will go as a class every other Thursday when we return in January.

I hope and pray that each of you enjoy the holidays with family and friends. I look forward to seeing the children back in the classroom in 2025!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

Mrs. Thompson

For the classroom:

Lysol/Clorox Wipes (2)

2 Ply Kleenex Tissue Boxes (2)

Band Aids (1)

Copy Paper (3)

Zip Lock Bags (1-gallon size)

For the student:

1 1/2 Inch Binder with clear view cover (1)

Pencil Pouch

Scissors (intermediate size)

Mead Composition Notebook/100 pgs (4)

Page Protectors (1 pk)

Index Cards (3 pks)

Plastic/Pocket Notebook Dividers (1 pk of 5)

Handheld Sharpener

Dry Erase Markers

*Pencils

*Cap Erasers

*Crayons

*Colored Pencils

*Markers

*Glue Sticks

*Wide-ruled Notebook Paper

*Highlighters

Items with * will be used daily and will need to be replenished throughout the year.

Mrs. Thompson's Class Schedule

2024-2025

7:45-7:55 Homeroom/Character Ed.

7:55-8:05 Announcements

8:00-8:35 RISE Academy (intervention-protected)

8:35-9:00 Whole Group/Foundational Skills

9:00-10:05 Language/Small Group Instruction

10:05-10:10 P.E. Transition

10:10-10:50 P.E.

10:50-10:55 P.E. Transition

10:55-11:25 Language/Small Group Instruction

11:25-11:30 Change Classes

11:30-11:56 RISE Academy (Intervention-protected)

11:56-11:59 Transition to Lunch

11:59-12:22 Lunch

12:22-12:35 Brain Break/Bathroom

12:35-12:40 RISE Academy Wrap-up

12:40-1:05 Whole Group/Foundational Skills

1:05-2:40 Language/Small Group Instruction

2:40-2:50 Snack Break

2:50-3:12 Dismissal

9:20-10:05 Music/Wednesdays/Week A

9:20-10:05 Typing/Coding/Wednesdays/Week B

This is my 26th year in the classroom and I have loved every minute of it! I have experience teaching 1st, 3rd, 5th & 6th grades, in private and public schools. I am from Prattville and graduated from PHS in 1986. I have a husband, 4 sons, 2 daughters-in-law, and 5 grandchildren. I enjoy reading, shopping, puzzles, CFA , Sweet Tea, Southern Bells Nutrition, and spending time with my family.

I believe in challenging students to reach their highest potential in a positive, nurturing environment. I am looking forward to a fabulous year working with you and your child!

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