Lee Ann Holt
2 nd Grade
Have taught at Grove Schools for 9 years. This is my first year in 2 nd grade – previously in 3 rd grade.
*Graduated from Wyandotte High School in 1977 – Academic Scholarship
*Received Associates in Arts degree at NEO A&M College _ Miami, OK
*Graduated Phi Theta Kappa
*Received Bachelor of Science degree in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Social Studies at Missouri Southern State University – Joplin MO
*Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Married 26 years to Bill Holt (works at City of Grove)
3 children – (all 3 graduated from Grove High School)
Dusty Holt – 25 years old (is a manager at Lowe’s in Joplin, MO)
Andy Holt – 22 years old (is a senior at Missouri Southern State University in
Joplin, MO majoring in Business.)
Morgan Holt – 19 years old (graduated Top 10% of her class in 2006,
Cosmetology license)
1 Perfect Granddaughter - Paisley Ann Holt (2 months old)
Welcome to my Classroom
Dear Parents/Guardian:
My name is Lee Ann Holt, and I would like to take this opportunity to welcome you and your child to my 2 nd grade classroom. I hope that you had a happy and safe summer vacation. I am looking forward to a very busy and exciting 2007-2008 school year.
Education is very important to children and I really want them to be in a positive learining environment. I will be working with your children this year to help them develop the academic and social skill necessary for second grade and beyond. As a parent, you are one of the most important factors in your child’s education. During the year some of the things that you can do to help your child are:
- talk to your child about their academic and social activities at school.
- Be positive and supportive. Encourage your child to always do his/her best.
- Listen to your child read orally every single night. Ask compregensive questions about the story.
- Help your child to memorize math facts.
- Help your child study his/her spelling words. We will have a test at the end of every week.
As a class, each student will have a number assigned to them. This will help both the students and myself in managing homework, attendance, etc. There will be a Math homework sheet every night., as well as Reading. Please make sure they get back to school completed. Please go through your child’s bag and look at their papers. It means a lot to them to have praise at home as well as at school. I am also asking that parents DO NOT come into my classroom during the day without going through the office. Every interruption gets the children off-task, and it is very hard to get it back in a timely manner. I appreciate every one of you and your cooperation.
I am looking forward to working with you and your child this school year. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me. The school number is 786-5573. Leave a message and I will get in touch with you as soon as I can. I will also be in contact with you through notes and phone calls if needed. Let’s make this school year the best ever.
Please read over my class rules and discipline plan summary and discuss it with your son/daughter. Please sign and return the forms I have enclosed. Please send back all enrollment/emergency forms and the free/reduced lunch application (even if you think you are not eligible) ASAP. These papers are very important.
Mrs. Holt’s
2 nd Grade Rules
ATTENDANCE
STUDENTS MUST ATTEND SCHOOL
Explanation: 1. Perfect attendance will receive extra bonus at the end of school.
- Three or less days missed will get bonus the last week of school.
TARDIES
STUDENTS WILL REMAIN QUIETLY IN SEATS
Explanation: 1. Students must be seated quietly at their desks when the tardy bell rings.
- If student is late into the classroom they will be counted TARDY and they will go to the office and get a pass.
MAKE-UP WORK
DUE WITHIN 2 SCHOOL DAYS
Explanation: 1. All excused make-up work must be turned in within two (2)
days time after being absent.
2. Unexcused absences will receive a ‘O’ in all subjects for the
day.
CLASSROOM RULES
WALKING:
STUDENT MUST REMAIN SEATED
RUNNING NOT ALLOWED
Explanation: 1. Student must remain seated unless permission has been given.
2. Running not allowed in the room or the building.
TALKING:
STUDENT MUST RAISE HAND
RUDE COMMENTS NOT ALLOWED
Explanation: 1. Student must raise their hand and be acknowledged before talking in
classroom.
2. Rude noises or insulting remarks not allowed.
OTHER:
REMAIN IN SEATS UNTIL DISMISSED
CHEWING GUM NOT ALLOWED
FOOD OR DRINK NOT ALLWED
Explanation: 1. Students should not leave seats under any condition until dismissed by
teacher. The exception is if the student is going to be ill.
2. Chewing gum is not allowed.
3. Food or drink is not allowed unless enough brought for everyone.
Classroom Rules
- Follow directions
- Keep hands, feet, and objects to yourself
- Raise hand before talking
- No talking with neighbors in class
- Always line up quietly
- Try to do your BEST!!
- RESPECT – RESPECT
Discipline Plan
1 st Time – Warning
2 nd Time – Card turned
3 rd Time – Extra recess missed
4 th Time – Contact parents
Severe Cause – Send to principal
Rewards
Students may earn ticket(s) every day. At the end of the week tickets will be drawn for prizes, such as soda or other treats. ( If your child cannot have sweets, please let me know.)
Ways to earn tickets include:
- Getting your work done on time AND neat.
- Working quietly.
- Staying seated.
- Keeping a clean, neat work area.
- Returning signed notes from parents.
- Trying your best on a test.
**Reward plan subject to change**
I have read and discussed the above rules and plans. I will follow them to the best of my ability.
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Date _________________________________
Dear Parent,
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